日期，時間，地點2018年12月2日(星期日)；上午九時至下午五時；西貢區
內容簡介
聯合國教科文組織世界地質公園遍布全球，擁有具國際價值的地質遺產地和地貌而獲得認可，並被宣傳為可持續綠色旅遊目的地。它為遊客提供優質旅遊產品及活動，鼓勵他們探尋隱藏於大自然的瑰寶，同時欣賞自然和文化遺產，以及因應人與大自然之間的密切關係而出現的地質公園社區地方傳統、產物及美食。
本次探索之旅會由「獲推薦地質公園導賞員」(R2G)帶領，遊覽吊鐘洲、火石洲等世界知名香港地質公園。欣賞各種奇崛雄偉的海蝕拱及優美的海蝕地貌等。午餐會到糧船灣品嘗時令海鮮及到當區名勝天后古廟；下午再乘船遊覽西貢著名六角岩及萬宜水庫等名勝。
費用
$248 (原價$480)，已包括導賞船、R2G 導賞員、午膳及 十萬元平安保險
講者
「獲推薦地質公園導賞員」(R2G) (以粵語進行)
報名及查詢
青年會員事務委員會
Date, Time & Venue
2 Dec 2018 (Sun); 9:00am to 5:00pm; Sai Kung District
Programme Highlights
UNESCO Global Geoparks are widely distributed around the globe. The geoparks are recognized for the international value of their geological heritage sites and landscapes, and are promoted as sustainable and green tourism destinations. UNESCO Global Geoparks offer visitors high-quality tourist products and activities to encourage visitors to discover hidden natural treasures and enjoy the natural and cultural heritage, local traditions, products and gastronomy of the geopark communities, inspired by the close relationship between people and nature.
This full-day tour will be guided by Recommended Geopark Guide (R2G). A boat is also arranged for the best way to explore the unique and magnificent sea stacks of Ung Kong Group – Bluff Island (Sha Tong Hau Shan). In the southern corner of this small island participants can find one of the four biggest sea caves in our eastern waters ¾ Sha Tong Hau Cave. Seafood lunch would be served at High Island, followed by appreciation of the hexagonal volcanic columns in the surrounded islands.
Speaker
Recommended Geopark Guide (R2G), conducted in Cantonese.
Fees
$248 (Original Priced at $480); boat, R2G fee, seafood lunch and insurance are all inclusive.
Registration & Enquiries
The number of participants is limited to 25 and prior registration is required. Application will be accepted on first-come-first-served basis with priority given to Registered Young Members. For registration, please complete the online application form at
https://goo.gl/forms/1X3JHV5409WMLHPY2. Successful applicants will be notified by email for payment details. For enquiries, please contact us via email:
hkie.srg@gmail.com
ReportBy Ms Eunice YUENIn the early morning on 2 Dec 2018 (Sunday), 25 young members gathered at the Sai Kung Public Pier, waiting for embarking to the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark.
While sailing, the Accredited Geopark Guide (A2G) explained the definition of a Geopark, highlighting Sai Kung enjoys a significant coverage and scope of geoheritage. The A2G moved on explaining the main features of Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark, including diversified ecological habitats and wildlife, along with a strong foundation in ecological research and vast experience in the promotion of nature conservation. Sooner, the boat reached the Jin Island (吊鐘洲) featuring sea caves and sea arches. The group then excursed to the Ung Kong Group (甕缸群島) which was famous for the unique and magnificent sea stacks. At about noon time, members found themselves at the High Island (糧船灣) for a decent seafood lunch, followed by a leisure hike on the island, exploring the Hakka traditions as well as the scenic Pak Lap Wan (白腊灣).
Apart from the stunning views, High Island is also famous for the internationally rare acidic polygonal volcanic rock columns. These volcanic rock with columnar joints, formed about 140 million years ago, is a type of acidic rhyolite-dacite porphyroclastic lava. It is rich in potash feldspar and quartz phenocrysts. The reason for being hexagonal is related to the stress concentration – after the lava came out, joints or cracks would form on the surface during cooling, and extend perpendicularly to the bottom of the large depression. The cooling lava, or eventually becoming rocks, are contracting not only perpendicularly, but also towards the centre of the surface, forming hexagonal columns.
The group descended to the boat again and headed along the coastline of the High Island Reservoir. While enjoying the breeze and sunset, some historical background and knowhow on constructing the west dam of the reservoir were covered by the A2G. Despite some occasional rough sea condition, all the participants loved the visit.
Group photo taken at the peak of High Island with the scenic Pak Lap Wan