Water Sports In Hong Kong: SUP, Surfing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking & More

Get set for some fun in the sun! From SUP to surfing, kayaking to kiteboarding, the opportunities are endless when it comes to Hong Kong water sports.

Summer is upon us and we’re ready to make the most of it. If you’re a lover of the ocean, chances are you want to hit those beach breaks every chance you get. Tired of sitting on the sand and splashing in the sea? It’s time to take your water sports game to the next level! Whether you seek the serenity of SUP, to cruise on a kayak or take an adrenaline hit with kiteboarding or even wing foiling, there’s a beach in Hong Kong for you.

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) In Hong Kong

Stand up paddle boarding is as fun as it sounds and the good news is that you can rent a board at most beaches with water sports equipment! We love the beautiful beaches and bays around Sai Kung and Clearwater Bay, but you can also rent SUP boards at Stanley, Mui Wo, Cheung Chau, and most other outlying islands.

Where to SUP in Hong Kong

• Blue Sky Sports Club — Your one-stop shop for watersports in Sai Kung, especially good for stand up paddle board tours and lessons. You can even sign up for a monthly membership and take an SUP out anytime you please. www.bluesky-sc.com
• Hong Kong Surf And Stand Up Paddle Board Association — A range of SUP courses and even instructor training in San Po Kong. www.hksurfsup.org
• Buy your own stand up paddle board from Decathalon, APA Outdoor Shop, WhatzSUP and even Taobao!

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Kayaking & Canoeing In Hong Kong

For a more laid-back option, why not try kayaking or canoeing? It’s a great way to get in a quick upper body workout and one of the best ways to enjoy the serene Hong Kong waters. The best spots are in Sai Kung but you’ll find kayak rentals at most popular water sport beaches across Hong Kong. Need a little more guidance? Sign up for a tour with WILD Hong Kong or Blue Sky Sports Club.

Sassy Tip: If your arms need a break and you want to work your legs, why not spend the day pedal boating? You can rent a two or four-seater pedal boat for $120 an hour and tour Lantau’s 12-hectare man-made Inspiration Lake.

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Snorkelling & Scuba Diving In Hong Kong

Hong Kong may not be blessed with the clearest or cleanest water, but you’d be surprised at the marine life you can spot a little further out. For ease of access, head to Sai Kung and Clearwater Bay, to learn how to scuba dive at your own pace before you plan a diving holiday in Asia.

Where to scuba dive and snorkel in Hong Kong

• Sai Kung Scuba — PADI-accredited scuba dive shop with weekend fun dives and regular open water courses. www.saikungscuba.com
• Splash Hong Kong — Offers fun dives and PADI scuba diving courses in Sai Kung. www.splashhk.com
• Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park — Rent snorkel gear and head into the calm waters in this remote Sai Kung Country Park village.

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Surfing In Hong Kong

For our fellow surfers who need no introduction to this beautiful sport, Big Wave Beach is the go-to spot. You can also take lessons at Shek O beach down the road. Surfing classes are a safe way to get an idea of what it might be like riding the waves solo. Fair warning: weekends draw in big crowds so be prepared to take turns riding those waves!

Where to get surfing lessons in Hong Kong

• Surfing Hong Kong — Surfing lessons in Big Wave Bay. www.surfinghongkong.com
• Hong Kong Surfing Lessons — Learn to surf at Lower Cheung Sha Beach (there are SUP lessons too!), or rent your surfboard. www.hongkongsurfinglesson.com

Sassy Tip: Not ready to take on the open water? Get a feel of what it’s like to catch some waves at AIRSIDE’s indoor surf house, Groundswell.

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Windsurfing In Hong Kong

If surfing isn’t enough on its own, windsurfing takes it to another level. Soak up the rays as you soar through the wind and navigate your way using a sail. The most popular spots in Hong Kong for windsurfing (along with many other water sports!) are Cheung Chau and Stanley.

Where to go windsurfing in Hong Kong

• Cheung Chau Windsurfing Centre — Opened by the uncle of Hong Kong’s own windsurfing Olympic gold medalist, Lee LaiShan, it’s the best place to take some windsurfing lessons or hire water sports equipment. www.ccwindc.com.hk
• Hiwindlover Water Sport Centre — Based in Stanley, it offers windsurfer rentals and windsurfing courses, as well as kayaks, SUP and wing foils. www.hiwindlover.com
• Hong Kong Aqua-Bound Centre — Offers windsurfing lessons and rentals in Stanley, along with SUP, wakeboards and kayaks. www.aquabound.com.hk

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Wakeboarding In Hong Kong

A popular add-on to amp up your junk boat trip, why not step up your game by hitting the water with some professional wakeboarding lessons?

Where to wakeboard in Hong Kong

• HK Wakeboard — Offers boat rentals and wakeboarding lessons in Tai Tam. www.wakeboard.com.hk
• Wakesurfing HK — Experienced coaches for wakeboarding sessions. www.wakesurfhongkong.com
• Wake2Chill – Wakesurfing lessons off the coast of Sai Kung. wake2chill.com
• Wake Plus — Wakeboarding club in Sai Kung. www.wakeplus.com

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Kiteboarding & Kitesurfing In Hong Kong

If wakeboarding had a sibling, it would be kiteboarding! While the two have similarities, kiteboarding depends much more on the right wind conditions. Without a doubt, the kiteboarding hotspot in Hong Kong is South Lantau, and when the wind is blowing in the right direction, you’ll see the kite surfers take to the waves! This watersport definitely takes a bit of practice, so best to get some lessons first.

Where to kitesurfing in Hong kong

• Hong Kong Kiteboarding School — Offers kiteboarding lessons at Shui Hau Wan. www.facebook.com/HongkongKiteboardingSchool
• Kite2High — Customised introduction to kiteboarding and kite surfboards for sale. www.kite2high.com
• Kiteboarding Association of Hong Kong — Offers kiteboarding training and runs kitesurfing events in Hong Kong. www.kiteboarding.org.hk

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Wing Foil In Hong Kong

Mastered windsurfing? Got the hang of kiteboarding? Take your watersport game to the next level by trying your hand (and balance!) on a wing foil! Hold on tight to your inflatable sail and then zoom levitated across the sea. It truly is a sight to behold.

Where to try wing foil in Hong Kong

• Wing Foiling Association of Hong Kong (WFAHK) – Learn from the top wing foiling athletes in Hong Kong. www.hkwingfoiling.com
• Hiwindlover Water Sport Centre— Wing foil rentals and lessons based out of Stanley. www.hiwindlover.com
• Long Coast Seasport (LCS) – Offers private wing foil beginner courses and exploration on Lantau Island. longcoast.hk

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Editor’s Note: “Hong Kong Water Sports: SUP, Surfing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking And More” was most recently updated by Nicole Moraleda in June 2024. With thanks to Bonnie Zheng and Jess Mizzi for their contribution.