Geopark Island Hopping Tour: Bluff Head & Port Island

The Devil's Fist is a striking rock formation located at the end of Wong Chuk Kok Tsui (formerly known as Bluff Head) in Plover Cove Country Park, characterized by its unique shape resembling a fist, formed through 400 million years of geological processes including weathering and coastal erosion. The Devil's Fist is a sedimentary rock, which was initially deposited in a horizontal layer but were later tilted almost vertically due to tectonic processes.

The Bacon Rock located at Bluff Head, characterized by its reddish sandstone that resembles strips of bacon, shaped by 400 million years of weathering and coastal erosion. It is formed by layers of sedimentary rock with varying oxidation levels, creating distinctive color bands that resemble strips of bacon. These color variations result from different mineral compositions and iron oxide concentrations in the rock layers, which have accumulated and oxidized over millions of years.

Sea Cave at Bluff Head (Wong Chuk Kok Tsui), is a captivating natural formation carved by the relentless action of waves over thousands of years, creating a stunning passage that showcases the area's 400 million years geological history. This enchanting cave features rugged rock walls and a unique entrance that provides glimpses of the azure sea beyond, making it a popular spot for exploration and photography. Accessible during both high tide and low tide, the cave offers visitors a chance to experience the raw beauty of Hong Kong's coastline.

Red Beach is located in the North Bay on Port Island, which is a stunning beach featuring soft brown red sands and crystal-clear waters, surrounded by unique red sedimentary rock formations. Participants won't be swimming but will have the opportunity to explore the fascinating rock formations and appreciate the diverse landscapes of the UNESCO Global Geopark in Hong Kong.

Port Island's red ridge is a geological marvel that sets itself apart from other red rock landscapes worldwide. Unlike typical terrestrial red rock formations, this unique shoreline offers a rare spectacle of crimson peaks meeting the sea, creating a breathtaking panorama that seamlessly blends iron-rich sedimentary rocks with azure ocean waters, earned its name as the Sea Danxia. (The red ridge on Port Island is accessible via a short 10-minute hike from Red Beach and marks the highest point of our tour, so there's no need for further ascent.)

Sheep Horn Rock in Port Island is a striking sea rock formation that resembles a sheep's horn, showcasing the island's unique geological features. What makes Port Island truly exceptional is its location: while red rock formations exist in places like Sedona or other desert regions, this is one of the few places globally where such vibrant red geological features are found directly alongside a marine environment, making it an extraordinary and photogenic destination for geology enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

The Dam Cliff in Port Island is a strikingly steep cliff that resembles a dam, showcasing the island's dramatic geological formations. Differential erosion of soft and hard sedimentary rock layers by wind has created a stepped, dam-like appearance, with softer layers wearing away faster and leaving behind more resistant layers. The island's reddish hues, formed by iron oxides approximately 142 million years ago, create a stunning gradient of colors - from deep iron red to soft pinkish tones - that transform dramatically with changing light and sea conditions.

Cobra Rock in Port Island is a striking geological formation that resembles a cobra climbing up the hill with its tongue extended, showcasing the island's unique and whimsical rock shapes. This captivating feature exemplifies the fascinating erosion processes at work, resulting in dramatic silhouettes against the backdrop of the vibrant red cliffs.