South Ninepin Island (Ninepin Group)
What You Can See?
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
① 《Kwo Chau Wan Beach》
With the help of speedboat transfer and kayak-tow service provided by Splitdyboat, the Kayaking Journey will start at Kwo Chau Wan Beach, located on South Ninepin Island, which is a serene and picturesque spot known for its clear waters and stunning volcanic rock formations, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and exploration. Right behind the beach is the famous sea arch in Hong Kong "Tiger Mouth Cave"
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
② 《Tiger Mouth Cave》West Entrance
Kwo Chau Wan Beach on South Ninepin Island in Sai Kung, Hong Kong, is challenging for kayakers to depart during low tide due to the rocky beach at Kwo Chau Wan, while high tide offers a more favorable and relaxing launch point for exploration. Depending on the tide of the kayak tour sessions, partcipants may have the chance to depart and explore The West Entrance of Tiger Mouth Cave.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
② 《Tiger Mouth Cave》East Entrance
The East Entrance of Tiger Mouth Cave on South Ninepin Island features a dramatic sea arch where kayakers can paddle underneath, but large rocks blocking the strait prevent crossing through to the other side, creating an impressive geological formation that serves as a scenic waypoint during Splitdyboat's guided kayaking tours.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
③ Three Dragon Mouth
The Three Dragon Mouth in South Ninepin Island is a remarkable geological formation featuring three interconnected sea tunnel caves that resemble the legendary dragons' mouths, carved by millions of years of relentless wave erosion through the volcanic rock formations.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
③ Three Dragon Mouth East Side
Jacob's Ladder Cave on the left, Backwash Cave in the middle, and Y-shaped Cave on the right, creating a fascinating maritime passage carved by millions of years of wave erosion. Following Splitdboat's professional coach, Kayakers can navigate through the Y-shaped Cave, the only one wide enough for passage, if wave conditions permit.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
④ 《Y-Shaped Cave》Outside East Entrance
The East Entrance of Y-Shaped Cave in South Ninepin Island features serves as the primary access point for kayakers, allowing them to navigate through this remarkable sea tunnel formation carved by millions of years of wave erosion. From this image, you can see there are kayakers paddling through the tunnel.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
④ 《Y-Shaped Cave》Inside East Entrance
Inside the East Entrance of Y-Shaped Cave on South Ninepin Island, kayakers are treated to stunning views of the cave's unique shape and intricate rock formations, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that highlights the beauty of nature as they paddle through its illuminated passage. The two interconnected cave entrances on the eastern side of Y-Shaped Cave, offering kayakers a unique perspective of the geological formation with multiple entry points that create an intriguing and visually dynamic maritime passage.
*If the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
④ Crossing through《Y-Shaped Cave》by Kayaking From East Entrance to West Entrance
Crossing through the Y-Shaped Cave from the East Entrance to the West Entrance offers kayakers an exhilarating experience as they navigate the stunning sea tunnel, with its unique shape and beautiful rock formations, while enjoying the thrill of paddling through interconnected passages.
*If the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
④ 《Y-Shaped Cave》Inside West Entrance
When kayakers looking at the West Entrance of the Y-Shaped Cave inside the sea tunnel, they are greeted by a stunning view of light filtering through the cave's rocky opening, creating a dramatic silhouette of the cave's unique geological formation against the illuminated background.
*If the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
④ 《Y-Shaped Cave》Outside West Entrance
The West Entrance of the Y-Shaped Cave in South Ninepin Island features a tidal beach that allows kayakers to easily depart and take a moment to rest, enjoying the serene surroundings before continuing their adventure.
*If the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑤《Backwash Cave》Outside West Entrance
The West Entrance of Backwash Cave in South Ninepin Island is characterized by its unique geological features and dynamic water conditions. As part of the Three Dragon Mouth formation, this cave entrance likely experiences strong wave action, creating a backwash effect that gives the cave its name.
*If the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑤《Backwash Cave》Inside West Entrance
Although navigating this entrance can be challenging due to strong wave action, kayakers can paddle inside on days with low wind, allowing for a thrilling exploration of the cave's stunning interior. However, during periods of high wave activity, as the water rushing in and out of the cave can create turbulent conditions.
*The cave can only be entered with the guidance of our coach if the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑤《Backwash Cave》Outside East Entrance
The East Entrance of Backwash Cave in South Ninepin Island presents a dramatic and imposing geological formation, with its rocky mouth revealing a powerful sea tunnel carved by relentless wave erosion, inviting adventurous kayakers to explore its mysterious interior.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑤《Backwash Cave》Inside East Entrance
Inside the East Entrance of Backwash Cave in South Ninepin Island, kayakers are enveloped by a dramatic, dimly lit sea tunnel with rugged rock walls, where the interplay of light and shadow creates an otherworldly atmosphere as waves surge through the narrow passage, amplifying the raw power of the ocean.
*The cave can only be entered with the guidance of our coach if the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑤《Backwash Cave》Dragon Head Rock*
In the middle of the Backwash Cave's sea tunnel, a massive rock formation known as Dragon Head Rock blocks the passage between the east and west entrances, preventing kayakers from paddling through due to its distinctive shape that resembles a dragon's head.
*The cave can only be entered with the guidance of our coach if the wave conditions permit*
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑥《Jacob's Ladder Cave》Outside West Entrance
The West Entrance of Jacob's Ladder Cave on South Ninepin Island presents a striking geological formation, carved by relentless wave erosion, with its lower opening blocked by massive rocks, preventing kayakers from entering but allowing them to admire its unique shape from the sea.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑥《Jacob's Ladder Cave》Outside East Entrance
Same as the East Entrance of Jacob's Ladder Cave on South Ninepin Island which blocked by massive rocks. This impressive sea cave, showcases the island's volcanic rock landscape and offers a glimpse into the powerful forces of nature that have shaped the coastline over millions of years.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑦ 《Ninepin Sea Stack》
The Ninepin Sea Stack on South Ninepin Island features a remarkable cluster of six sea stacks in a small area, creating a stunning geological landscape that kayakers can paddle through, immersing themselves in an adventure reminiscent of exploring Jurassic World.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑦ 《Ninepin Sea Stack》
When viewed from a drone shot, makes the entire South Ninepin Island appear like a collection of nine interconnected sea stacks, showcasing the dramatic volcanic rock formations characteristic of Hong Kong's southern geopark.
South Ninepin Island, Sai Kung
⑧ 《Hexagonal Rock Columns》
The Hexagonal Rock Columns on South Ninepin Island are a stunning geological feature formed from volcanic activity approximately 140 million years ago, showcasing neatly arranged, nearly vertical columns of rhyolitic that create a breathtaking landscape along the coastline, making it a highlight of Hong Kong's UNESCO Global Geopark. Kayakers following Splitdyboat's professional coach can admire as they paddle past the shoreline adorned with these unique geological formations.
Ninepin Island Kayaking Tour including Kayak-Tow Service
Geopark South Ninepin Island Kayaking Tour Including...
① Speedboat Transfer from Clear Water Bay Second Beach (Our Meeting Point) Directly to South Ninepin Island. It Means that You will Start Your Journey in South Ninepin Island.
② Kayak Rental and Tow Service. It Means that Your Kayak will be Shipped together by the Speedboat from Clear Water Bay Second Beach (Our Meeting Point) Directly to South Ninepin Island
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