Hong Kong, a vibrant city of skyscrapers, street markets, and beautiful islands, is also slowly developing into a green travel destination. Hong Kong Yatra believes in responsible tourism – protecting the environment and local culture for future generations. Whether you are traveling for pleasure, food, or discovery, here is how you can reserve the best of Hong Kong through a sustainable lens.
1. Use Green Transportation
Hong Kong has one of the most effective public transport systems in the world, which is very useful for eco-minded travellers. MTR (Mass Transit Railway), buses, and ferries are run on clean, regulated energy systems. However, for the utmost convenience and restriction on carbon emissions, Hong Kong Yatra offers some extra services to minimize the negative impact on green space.
Eco-vehicle options: Choose from low-emission options on family tours, such as our Toyota Alphard Hybrid.
Group transport: Reduce carbon emissions by sharing a vehicle, such as our Toyota HiAce, or the Mercedes-Benz, if you are going out with your family or group.
Walking & Cycling trails: Explore Lantau Island, the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, or Sha Tin.
2. Support Local & Sustainable Dining
Food is at the centre of every Hong Kong experience. Make your meals count by dining at restaurants with sustainable practices:
Halal & Jain Food: Our featured partners provide plant-based and low-waste meals.
Indian Vegetarian Options: Authentic vegetarian meals created and sourced locally.
Sustainable Seafood: We will only send you to restaurants that serve seafood on the sustainable practices list provided by WWF Hong Kong Seafood Guide.
3. Stay in Eco-Friendly Properties
Look for eco-friendly accommodations with green certifications. Green certified hotels include BEAM Plus and Earth Check. New hotels in Hong Kong are often green due to heavy investments in:
3. Stay in Eco-Friendly Properties
Look for eco-friendly accommodations with green certifications. Green certified hotels include BEAM Plus and Earth Check. New hotels in Hong Kong are often green due to heavy investments in:
Energy-efficient lighting and air conditioning
Low-flow water fixtures
Recycling programs and a plastic-free policyIn-house urban gardens or farm-to-table menus
4. Enjoy Nature Responsibly
You can encounter more than buildings in Hong Kong, you can reach beaches, islands, and hiking trails with minimal impact on the environment:
Sai Kung Geopark—Kayak or take a guided eco tour with a minimal environmental footprint.
Dragon’s Back Trail—A beautiful hike with spectacular sights of coastal Hong Kong that is nearby and easy to reach.
Lamma Island—An island that is car-free with windmills and the beauty of eco-cafes, with an amazing relationship with the ocean.
Tip: Pack reusable water bottles, never use a single-use plastic bottle, follow “Leave No Trace”.
Buy local and avoid mass-produced ticky-tacky souvenirs. Look for:
Handcrafted Hong Kong artisan crafts
Organic skincare or tea products
Bamboo and wood products that are reusable from a local market
Street markets like Mong Kok, Stanley, and Central are full of eco-friendly goods if you know where to find them— and we could assist with that.
6. Travel Light-Give Back
Consider offsetting your carbon footprint and travelling with less luggage and more intent. You might want to:
Joinable a beach clean-up
Donate to local sustainability NGOs
Book with travel partners who put money back into development.
Hong Kong Yatra Partner with local organizations offers optional eco-volunteer opportunities for guests interested in this type of footprint.
