10 Outdoor Water Sports And Activities To Try Now In Hong Kong

SNORKELING IN HONG KONG: Best Places In Sai Kung + Family-Friendly Snorkeling Tours In Hong Kong

The reefs in Hong Kong are full of beautiful aquatic life that you can explore as a family. The best spots are located in Sai Kung. Hoi Ha Marine Park is a well-loved spot by the locals due to its pristine waters and the abandoned shipwreck. Another snorkeling hotspot is Sharp Island because of its stunning corals and various colorful coral reef fish.

Best Places To Go Snorkeling In Hong Kong:

• Snorkeling At Hoi Ha Marine Park, Hoi Ha Wan, Hong Kong
• Snorkeling At Sharp Island, Regular boats leave for Sharp Island from Sai Kung Public Ferry Pier (10 minutes), Hong Kong

Snorkel Tours In Hong Kong:

• Snorkel And Kayak Tours - Half Day/Full Day in Sai Kung - Click here!
• Secret Snorkel Private Tours On Cresent Island - Click here!

Snorkel Gear In Hong Kong:

• Decathlon - Easy Breathe Masks + Snorkel Gear

SURFING IN HONG KONG: Surfing In Tai Long Wan, Lantau, And Shek O With Kids + Summer Camps In Lantau

Surf’s up on many of Hong Kong’s beaches, and while the waves may be mild, it’s the perfect place for your little dudes and dudettes to learn the sport. Try Treasure Island’s five-day, overnight surf camps, including the Grommet Surf Camp for little ones aged 5-9. There’s also an Intermediate Surf Camp (ages 9-12) for confident swimmers, which can be either a one-day lesson or a week-long, overnight program. Hong Kong Surfing Lessons offers surf camps and board rentals.

Treasure Island, Pui O Beach, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, +852 2546 3543,  inquiries@treasureislandhk.com, www.treasureislandhk.com

Hong Kong Surfing Lessons, Cheung Sha, Lantau, Hong Kong, https://hongkongsurfinglesson.com/summer-surf-kids-camp/

ADVENTURE BOATING WITH ZOOM RIBS: Adventure Boat Tours Across Hong Kong

For an exhilarating and unique boat ride, check Zoom Ribs. Their rib boats are used by special forces, police, and rescue services and are safe, fast, and not to mention an exciting form of travel with the whole gang! They offer a range of different tours and trips, from a Southside Spin to a Harbour Blast and more. Click here to see the tours! The boat can carry 9 large adults (a maximum of 11 people if children or smaller adults are included in the party). A minimum of 4 passengers are normally required to make a trip viable. A minimum height of 135cm is generally advisable for passengers.

Little Steps Guide To Zoom Ribs, Click Here!

Adventure Boating In Hong Kong:

• Zoom Ribs, https://www.zoomribs.hk

KAYAKING IN HONG KONG: Kayaking With Kids In Stanley, Sai Kung, Tai Po, More!

Hong Kong is loaded with kayak options for families with kids of all ages,  For the full guide by Little Steps, please click here (Best Kayaking Trips With Kids In Hong Kong).  Adventure-seekers are taken to a geological cove, where kayaks are set up to maneuver around the rock formations – this is truly a unique back road to seeing Hong Kong’s hidden natural beauty. Wild Hong Kong offers Kayaking tours and customized tours across Hong Kong. Also, check out all things water at Aqua-Bound Centre at Stanley Beach - they rent kayaks for kids as young as 8. They offer all kinds of water-based activities and classes and summer camps too.

Guide To Kayaking With Kids In Hong Kong, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/hong-kong/play/outdoor-activities/kayaking-hong-kong/

Sai Kung Kayak Tours And Rentals In Hong Kong:

• Sea Kayak Hong Kong, https://seakayakhongkong.com/
• Wild Hong Kong, +852 6087 1439, contact@wildhongkong.com, www.wildhongkong.com/geopark-paddle.html
• Edventure Kayak Tours, https://www.ateamedventures.com/kayak-hong-kong/

Stanley Kayak Tours And Rentals In Hong Kong:

• Hong Kong Aqua-Bound Centre, +852 8211 3876, Whatsapp:+852 9269 5969, aquaboundhk@gmail.com, www.aquabound.com.hk/
• Hi Wind Lover, Stanley, Hong Kong, https://www.hiwindlover.com/
• St. Stephens Beach Watersports Centre, Stanley, Hong Kong, https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/watersport/index/inde_stephen.html

Family-Friendly Klook Kayak Tours In Hong Kong

• Tai O Kayak Tours, Tai O, Hong Kong, Book here!
• Cheung Chau Night Paddle, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong, Book here!
• Sai Kung Kayakation (Kayak And Camping), Sai Kung, Hong Kong, Book here!

WINDSURFING: Windsurfing In Cheung Chau And Stanley, Hong Kong

Cheung Chau Windsurfing Centre (CCWC) was established in 1975 by Mr. Lai Gun, one of the first ‘Windies’ in Hong Kong. Cheng Chau is also the birthplace of Olympic gold windsurfing medalist Lee Lai San; perhaps your little dudette will take be the next Olympic winner! CCWC is a fully equipped water sports center, offering windsurfers, SUP, and Kayak rentals. You can also opt for one of their windsurfing courses, all taught by experienced coaches.  For Windsurfing in Hong Kong, Cheung Chau is the best but Stanley also offers the sport and lessons too.

Windsurfing In Cheung Chau:

• Cheung Chau Windsurfing Centre, No. 1 Hak Pai Road, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong, +852 29 81 83 16, ccwindc@gmail.com, www.ccwindc.com.hk

Windsurfing In Stanley: Season: September ~ April

• Hong Kong Aqua-Bound Centre, +852 8211 3876, Whatsapp:+852 9269 5969, aquaboundhk@gmail.com, www.aquabound.com.hk/
• Hi Wind Lover, +852-6226 5390, hiwindloverhk@gmail.com, www.hiwindlover.com/
• Stanley Main Beach Watersports Centre, http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/watersport/index/inde_stan.html

PADDLEBOARDING AND SUP YOGA: Stand-Up Paddleboarding In Lantau, Sai Kung, And Stanley

Stand-Up Paddleboarding is becoming one of the hot go-to activities for kids, teens, and families in Hong Kong.  You can read the full guide here on where to go and where to buy and stand-up paddleboards in Hong Kong.  Are you and your little ones very much into yoga? Try something new, and check out SUP Yoga in Hong Kong. It is yoga on a paddleboard! You can experience a true connection to nature, your body and have some water fun. Even the most seasoned yogis will find a new perspective on the board. For the beginners out there, whether on a paddle or practicing yoga, they have an excellent beginner's class.

Stand Up Paddle Board Guide To Hong Kong, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/hong-kong/play/outdoor-activities/stand-up-paddleboarding-guide/

Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga In Hong Kong:

• SUP Yoga, supyogahongkong.wixsite.com, Facebook Page
• Breathe Easy, Lantau, https://www.breatheasysupyoga.com/
• Aqua Terra, Stanley, https://www.aquaterraperformance.com/stand-up-paddle-sup/
• Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga With Klook, Click here
• Island Paddle, +852 6689 6270, hello@islandpaddle.hk, www.island paddle.hk/
• Academy Of Surfing, info@academyofsurfing.com, www.academyofsurfing.com

KITEBOARDING: Kiteboarding In Cheung Chau, Lamma, And Lantau

Kiteboarding is great for families who want the thrill of flying up in the air and gliding on the waves. The most popular places to learn are in Cheung Chau, Lamma, and Lantau.  Participants will need to be strong swimmers and mature enough to handle strong, breaking waves, though life-jackets are available.  In Lantau, Davy Tang from Hong Kong Kiteboarding School is your man - he has the experience to help you and your kids learn the art of kiteboarding.  Jerry from Kiteboard Hong Kong is very popular with teens and rates safety as top priority.  He offers great beginner classes too!

Kiteboarding In Hong Kong:

• Hong Kong Kiteboarding School (Lantau). +852 9288 4571, davy4291@yahoo.com.hk, www.facebook.com/HongkongKiteboardingSchool/
• Klook Kiteboarding Experience, Lantau, Hong Kong, Book here
• Kiteboard Hong Kong (Jerry), +852 6190 7039, https://kiteboard.hk/

WAKEBOARDING AND WAKESURFING: Wakeboard And Wakesurf Classes In Sai Kung, Tung Chung, And Tai Tam

Stay active this summer by grabbing your adventurous bunch and go wakeboarding for the day! The most popular places to wakeboard are Sai Kung, Tung Chung, And Sai Kung. Book up wakeboarding lessons for groups of 4-6 people and can take you out on the water for the day with a qualified instructor that can teach you all the tricks and provide you with all the equipment you need. Kids aged five and up can join in the fun but will need to be accompanied by their parents. Goofy Waves in Sai Kung offers private coaching and summer camps for wakeboarding in Sai Kung! Go on and hit the waves!

Wakeboarding And Wakesurfing In Stanley / Tai Tam, Hong Kong:

• Wakeboarding.com.hk, Tai Tam, Hong Kong, +852 9454 5772, wakeboard.com.hk
• Wakesurfing Hong Kong, Tai Tam, https://www.wakesurfhongkong.com/

Wakeboarding And Wakesurfing In Sai Kung, Hong Kong:

• Goofy Waves (Great for kids!), +852-9248 8000, www.goofywaves.com
• Wake Scout, https://wakescout.com/
• Wake2Chill, https://wake2chill.com/
• Wakeboarding And Wake Surfing In Tung Chung, Hong Kong:
• Wakeaholic Wakeboarding, +852 9222 7887, www.wakeaholic.com/

SCUBA DIVING : Go Scuba Diving In Sai Kung As a Family

Scuba diving opens up an exciting world of underwater destinations around Asia. Kids aged 8-10 learn basics in the safety of a pool, meanwhile, the Junior Open Water Diver certification course is for tweens aged 10-15 and includes pool work and four one water dives. There are also advanced lessons and first aid classes for those who want to brush up on their skills.

Scuba Diving In Hong Kong:

• Splash Hong Kong, Unit 5, 1/F, Ko Fu House, 58-72 Fuk Man Road, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong, +852 2792 4495, info@splashhk.com, www.splashhk.com
• Diving Hong Kong, +852 63150412 (Whatsapp), www.divinghk.com/

SKIMBOARDING: From Lantau To Tai Long Wan In Hong Kong

If you have no idea what skimboarding is – you’re not alone! Very much like surfing, except the board is smaller and there’s no fin, skimboarding starts on the beach where they rely on the pull of the wave to lead them out onto the sea. Among the many boardsports on offer, Long Coast Seasports in Lantau offers a range of private and small group classes for wee ones starting from 7 years old and even runs a range of competitions for kids under 15, and overnight camps for kids and parents. The best spots for skimboarding are year-round are Big Wave Bay and Shek O in the south part of Hong Kong Island and  Tai Long Wan at Sai Kung (Winter) and Cheung Sha or Pui O on Lantau Island (Summer).

Skimboarding In Hong Kong:

• Long Coast Seasports, 29 Lower Cheung Sha Village, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, +852 8104 6222/ 2980 3222, www.longcoast.hk/
• Skimhead, https://www.facebook.com/groups/skimhead/

WANT MORE?

• Bamboo Aerial Yoga (ON The Water), Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 6577 8258, info@bamboo-yoga.com, bamboo-yoga.com
• Wake2Chill, Jet Ski Rental, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, https://wake2chill.com/jetski/
• Floating Pier Rental And Sea Taxi, Sai Kung, https://wake2chill.com/floatingpierrental/
• Fly Boarding In Hong Kong, Deep Water Bay, https://wakeboard.com.hk/