Tolo Channel
The oldest rocks in Hong Kong are found along the north coast of Tolo Channel. Ma Shi Chau located west of the channel, features sedimentary rocks formed some 280 million years ago which are the second oldest in Hong Kong, while the rare volcanic sedimentary rocks at Lai Chi Chong are about 146 million years old with the area displaying distinctive folds, faults and various sedimentary structures.
Tolo Channel or Chek Mun Hoi Hap is a channel south of Plover Cove in Hong Kong connecting Tolo Harbour to Mirs Bay. Photo credit: platform.hkdiscovery.com
Address: Tolo Channel, New Territories
Website: www.geopark.gov.hk
How to get there:
MTR University Station Exit B and take a taxi to Ma Liu Shui Pier, Sha Tin. Board the ferry to the Tolo Channel.
Ferry service hours: From Ma Liu Shui – 8:30am and 3pm every day; additional 12:30pm service on weekends and public holidays only.
From Lai Chi Chong – 11:40am and 6pm every day; additional 2:15pm service on weekends and public holidays only.Ferry service hotline: +852 2272 2022