Tai O Fishing Village – A Tour of Traditions

History

• Junior Secondary (Secondary 1)
  • Understand the environment and geographical features of Hong Kong prior to British rule.
  • Describe the lifestyle and economic activities of the Tanka people, a major ethnic group in Hong Kong.

Chinese History

• Junior Secondary (Song, Yuan, and Qing Dynasties)
  • Explore the ancient relics and living traditions of Tai O, and learn about the lives and major economic activities (such as salt production) of the early inhabitants of Hong Kong’s coastal areas.
  • Using Tai O as an example, understand the impact of the Coastal Evacuation Order on Hong Kong’s development and livelihoods.

Geography

• Common Learning Objectives
  • Understand the geographical environment of Tai O and describe how geographical features have shaped the lives of local residents.
  • Identify the main economic activities in Tai O’s history (such as salt production), describe the interaction between Tai O residents and the ocean, and how they addressed the challenges posed by the coastal environment.
• Junior Secondary (Sections A and C)
  • Understand how tourism contributes to the sustainable development of Tai O and identify the potential positive and negative impacts of tourism development on Tai O.

Citizenship and Social Development (Nature of traditional Chinese culture)

• Learn about Tai O Dragon Boat Parade and appreciate the importance of inheriting traditional Chinese culture.

Tourism and Hospitality Studies (Destination geography, Sustainable Tourism)

• Evaluate the appeal of traditional Tai O features such as stilt houses and dragon boat races to tourists, and how they shape Tai O as a tourist destination.
• Understand how tourism intervention (such as the construction of the Tai O Heritage Hotel) can promote the sustainable development of Tai O.
• Identify the potential positive and negative impacts of tourism development on Tai O, and propose solutions that balance the interests of residents, tourists, and the ecosystem.

Tour Information

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Bad Weather Policy

• If Typhoon Signal No. 3 or above, or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued three hours before the tour starts, the tour will be canceled.
• If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued during the tour, the tour will be canceled immediately.
• If the tour needs to be canceled due to other adverse weather conditions, we will contact you by phone at least 2.5 hours before the tour. (If there is no response, we will follow up with an SMS or email.)
• If the tour is canceled due to adverse weather on the day, we will work with you to reschedule a new date within six months from the original tour date.

Tour Reminder

• Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the walk. Bring an umbrella, a bottle of water and some snacks just in case.
• Each participant may bring their own 3.5mm plug headphone if they have one for the wireless transmitter/receiver system which will be used on the tour. The guide will provide them a new one otherwise, but for hygienic and environmental reasons participants are strongly suggested to bring their own earphones if possible.
• There is a possibility that our organization may take photographs or videos during the guided tour, and these captured images or footage may be used for future promotion and publicity. If participants do not agree with this arrangement, please inform the tour guide or organizer during registration and on the day of the event.