Cheung Chau Beach Guide 2027

Water Sports at Tung Wan Beach

Windsurfing

Tung Wan has a strong windsurfing heritage - it is the beach where windsurfer Lee Lai-shan, Hong Kong's first Olympic gold medallist, learned to sail (the neighbouring Kwun Yam Wan is her home base, per the Home Affairs Department's district guide). Windsurfing equipment can be rented near the beach, and the channel conditions suit beginners and experienced sailors alike. Lessons are available from local operators.

Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) are available for rent from operators on or near the beach. The calm waters inside the bay are ideal for paddling, and the car-free island means you can paddle out, leave your board on the sand, and walk into the village for lunch without worrying about parking.

Swimming

Swimming is permitted when lifeguards are on duty during the swimming season (roughly April to November). Shark nets are in place, and the water quality is monitored. Swim within the marked zone and follow the lifeguards' instructions.

Rock Carvings Near the Beach

On the headland at the southern end of Tung Wan Beach are prehistoric rock carvings - some 3,000 years old - carved into the rock face. They are a declared monument and a reminder that Cheung Chau has been inhabited for millennia. The carvings are a short walk from the sand and are well worth seeing, though they are not fenced off, so please do not touch or climb on them.

Beach Day Tips

  • Arrive early: The beach is popular on summer weekends. Arriving in the morning secures a good spot and cooler swimming.
  • Bring sun protection: Hong Kong summers are hot and humid; sunscreen, a hat and water are essential.
  • Footwear: Bring sandals or water shoes for the walk from the pier and around the beach.
  • Food nearby: The seafront seafood restaurants and street stalls are a short walk from the sand.
  • Weather: Check conditions before paddling; during typhoon signals (Signal 8 or above) the beach closes and water sports stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Cheung Chau Beaches

Which is the main beach on Cheung Chau?

Tung Wan Beach is Cheung Chau's main beach, on the east side of the island a three-minute walk from the ferry pier. It has Grade 1 water quality and full facilities.

Is the water clean?

Yes. Tung Wan Beach holds Grade 1 water quality, the highest rating in Hong Kong, meaning the water is assessed as good and suitable for swimming.

Can I swim year-round?

Swimming is permitted when lifeguards are on duty during the swimming season (roughly April to November). Outside the season the beach remains open but is unsupervised.

What water sports are available?

Windsurfing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are available for rent near Tung Wan Beach, with lessons available from local operators.

Is the beach family-friendly?

Yes. Tung Wan has a children's play area, changing rooms, toilets, a first-aid room and a gentle sandy shore, making it suitable for families.

Food Restaurants

A lot of people come to Cheung Chau specifically for the food, and there are indeed a range of traditional and modern choices. As a historic fishing village it is of course very related to seafood, fish and marine products. Here you will find a full range of seafood dishes, but also traditional Hong Kong Cafe fare, Cantonese Dim Sum and international choices as well.

Catering to the large number of visitors who are coming to Cheung Chau for a seafood lunch or dinner there is a stretch of seafront with many seafood restaurants. Each one has tables by the sea as well as some indoor seating. Focusing on providing food for visitors it concentrates on rustic and traditional Cantonese presentations of seafood. Try a steamed fish with ginger and spring onion, stir fried little clams with chili, crispy deep fried squid or steamed garlic prawns. Typical accompaniments such as plain or fried rice, beef and broccoli stir fry and sweet and sour pork make for a complete meal and cater to those who do not like seafood.

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