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Exploring HK – Tung Ping Chau Date : 11 September 2021 Gathering time: 7:45 am Return time: 6:30 pm Gathering point: Roundabout, Student Residence Area: Tung Ping Chau Route: Kowloon Tong (assemble) > Ma Liu Shui Pier > Tung Ping Chau > Tai Tong Village > Tin Hau Temple > A Ma Wan > Kang Lau Shek > Lan Kwo Shui > Lung Lok Shui > Cham Keng Chau > Cheung Sha Wan > Ma Liu Shui Pier > Kowloon Tong (dismissal) Route condition: Good, with many cement road and stone-steps Registration: Pay at SRO reception* (CASH only) • Bring your HKID for insurance purposes Check points Tung Ping Chau Tung Ping Chau, like Hoi Ha Wan, has a healthy and rich coastal ecosystem in Hong Kong. The coverage and species diversity of coral communities in Tung Ping Chau Marine Park is one of the best in Hong Kong. Other marine lives like algae, marine invertebrates and fishes are also found in the water of Tung Ping Chau Marine Park. Strange Rocks The unique and renowned geological features provide many good scenic spots for sightseeing such as Kang Lau Shek, Lan Kwo Shui and Lung Lok Shui. Emergency measures Emergency Take the Ferry back evacuation Severe Weather Arrangements Delaying 1 If any of the following signals is issued and still in force 2 hours before the event the activity is scheduled to begin: Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal to other No. 3 or above; or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal , the activity will day be rescheduled. 2 If Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 3 or above or the Red/Black Rainstorm Warning Signal is issued during the activity. For your safety, The activity will be cancelled, and the tour fee will not be refunded Remarks for participants: Recommended equipment Water bottle (over Raincoat/trench Extra clothes(for rain Towels 2-3L) coat condition) Sun block Snack Mosquito repellent Recommended apparel Visor cap Hiking/sport shoes Sports wear Backpack (provided by SRO) If you have special needs, please notify the tour manager beforehand and prepare your own medicine. Contact Name Responsible scope Tel SRO Staff: Mr CW Enquiry / Emergency (852)3442 1189 Yeung **Participants must hold a Hong Kong identity card **Participants must carry their smartphones with the "Leave Home Safe" mobile application with them throughout the journey, and board transportation (including coaches (chartered cars), boats (chartered boats)) and access to all displayed specific two-dimensional Scan the QR code for record when you place the code (including scenic spots, restaurants) .

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