The best waterfalls in New Territories

The Ng Tung Chai hiking route takes about 3.5 hours total, and almost 90% of the path is shaded mountain trail, crossing four waterfalls hidden deep in the mountains along the way. Free water play and a cool breeze, this is a top-tier route for summer hiking in Hong Kong, and a cool escape for couples.

Route Difficulty: 3 out of 5 stars (moderate, some of the stone steps are steep, watch your footing) Time: about 3.5 hours total at a slow pace, with photos and playing in the water Route: Ng Tung Chai Village → Man Tak Yuen → Bottom Falls → Middle Falls → Main Falls → Scattered Falls → Lam Kam Road

How to get there Take the MTR to Kam Sheung Road Station Transfer to the 64K bus, get off at Kadoorie Farm station Follow the signs for Man Tak Yuen and walk into the hills