03/10/2026
EE Social Hike #11: Join us to discover at the amazing nocturnal fauna in Lung Fu Shan! This night walk is part of the social hike series organised by Exchange and Empower supporting foreign domestic helpers living and working in HK. Please feel free to join us if you are a foreign domestic helper or a supporter of Exchange and Empower and would like to explore the Hong Kong countryside.
Background: Established in 1998, Lung Fu Shan is a popular spot for many members of the public, with morning runners and hikers trekking its trails on a regular basis. While it includes the smallest country park in Hong Kong with just 47 hectares, it boasts a surprising rich diversity of nocturnal species, such as the Malayan porcupine, golden-spotted tiger beetle, tarantulas and even the uncommon Banded krait. The invasive greenhouse frog can also be found along its hills, which is considered a threat towards the endemic Romer’s tree frog.
Hike Details: We will be joined by a special guest, Benita from Encompass HK, who will guide us to identify and learn about wildlife species during our walk. The hike is 3.5 km in length with 180m of elevation gain and 66m of elevation loss. Please wear comfortable clothing, and sports shoes with good grip. Please bring 0.5L water and a night light (headlamp or handheld torch). If you do not have a light, we will have some available for borrowing.
Meeting Time: Sunday October 18, 6:00pm
Meeting location: Kennedy Town MTR Station Exit A
Ending point: HKU Campus, 9pm (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tyCUNf1WPLYE7fnA8?g_st=ic )
You can go back to the city by taking the MTR, or plenty of bus routes towards Central, Admiralty or other city locations at the C1 exit of HKU station.
Signup: https://forms.gle/fh5ZkUDdUi9Settu8
