Hoi Ha Wan, Marine park in Sai Kung North, Hong Kong
Hoi Ha Wan is a protected marine bay on the northern shore of the Sai Kung Peninsula in Hong Kong. The bay holds coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests along its shoreline.
In the 1800s, residents of the area operated lime kilns on the shore to produce building materials. Two of these kilns are still standing on the eastern side of the inner bay and can be seen during a visit.
The small village at the edge of the bay still has working fishing boats tied to its pier, and locals go out on the water in the early morning hours. Walking along the shore, it is easy to see how closely everyday life here is tied to the sea.
The bay is easiest to reach by minibus from Sai Kung Town Centre, and services run regularly throughout the day. Visiting on a weekday or arriving early in the morning means fewer people and a calmer experience along the shore.
The bay holds most of the stony coral types recorded across all of Hong Kong, which draws marine biologists from around the world. The water is clear enough in many spots that snorkelers can see the coral without any special gear.
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