Sai Wan, Sai Kung 4.05

Sai Wan is a beach in Sai Kung, Hong Kong. To distinguish it from other bays and beaches of the same name, it is commonly known as Tai Long Sai Wan, as it is one of the four beaches of Tai Long Wan. It came first in the Hong Kong Best 10 Scenic Sites Election in 2006. However, in 2010 the beach is said to be in jeopardy after a nearby plot of greenery was cleared to make way for development.HistorySai Wan used to be a typhoon shelter for fishing boats but the High Island Reservoir project blocked the shortcut channel.ScenerySai Wan is situated in Sai Kung East Country Park at Stage 2 of the MacLehose Trail. It is next to Ham Tin Village, which has a restaurant that rents out camping equipment and surf boards apart from serving dishes.It is characterized by white sand and clear blue waters, which is attributable to its relative inaccessibility. It is quiet and untainted, usually visited by junk-trippers and hikers only.It has been described as one of the best scenic spots in Sai Kung East or even Hong Kong. It came first in the Hong Kong Best 10 Scenic Sites Election in 2006. Therefore, the bay is also known as "Hong Kong’s back garden".AccidentsTai Long Wan translates to "Big Wave Bay" in Cantonese, which indicates its strong currents. It is also not a gazetted public beach, which means it has no lifeguard and is not managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. It is not recommended for swimming.