Po Toi Island

For all the things that Hong Kong is known for—bustling streets, efficient transit systems, and skyscrapers that dot the sky more than stars—it certainly seems as though Po Toi Island has slipped through the cracks and hidden itself away.

Po Toi and its hidden gems have weathered the many changes of Hong Kong over the generations, and has become a hybrid of modernity, history, and nature. In our age of fast-paced technology, deliveries, and flashy entertainment systems, the island will quietly welcome you back to the basics—simple restaurants that serve childhood favorite meals, winding roads to the edge of Hong Kong, and front-row seats to nature’s best.

Follow the latest installment of our Island-Hopping Series for a look into Po Toi. There are two ferries that will reach Po Toi, one from Aberdeen and one from Stanley. The key thing to remember is that ferries only run on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and on the weekend, and relatively infrequently. On weekdays, there is only one ferry to and from the island.

• Location: the southernmost island in Hong Kong
• Rate: 4,4/5 (Google)