What better way to enjoy the autumn breeze than to spend a night outdoors? Glamping gives you the best of both worlds: an opportunity to reconnect with nature without the hassle of setting up tents by yourself. 

Head over to Saiyuen Camping & Adventure Park on Cheung Chau Island for a group-friendly glamping staycation, with each accommodation equipped with mosquito screens, air-conditioning, lighting and private bathrooms, or opt for Long Coast Seasports’ beachside holiday safari tents to fall asleep to the sound of waves at night. 

Saiyuen, Cheung Chau, DD CC Lot 12, Hong Kong, +852 2981 1010; saiyuen.com

Long Coast Seasport, 29 Lower Cheung Sha Village, Lantau Island, Hong Kong; longcoastongcoast.hk

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If you’re feeling crafty, pick up a pumpkin from Citysuper or Marks & Spenser and get into the festive spirit by carving your very own jack-o’-lantern. Spend the afternoon with friends competing on who can make the best jack-o’-lantern art to get some friendly banter going.

Afterwards, keep the Halloween spirit going by attending one of the Halloween events in town or binge watch a few horror movies while snacking on candy corn. 

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Gallop through autumn leaves on top of one of the most majestic creatures by giving horseback riding a try. Perfect for people who want to get some quality time with animals, or try out a new active hobby that doesn’t involve watersports or hiking, sign up for a lesson at one of Hong Kong’s best riding schools. 

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If sitting by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa, smores and friends doesn’t sound like the cosiest time, we’re not sure what is. While Hong Kong's outdoor barbecue spots are closed at the moment, make it a small, intimate party if you have a rooftop and barbecue at home

Keep your eyes peeled for when Covid-19 regulations may be relaxed. When it does, try the Tai Hang Tun barbecue site if you want to be surrounded by greenery and grass or snag a spot at Shek O or Stanley Main Beach if you want to hit the water beforehand.

Autumn skies are said to be the best for stargazing as the weather is just cool enough to be outdoors without it being too unbearably hot or cold. 

Check the astronomy app ahead of time to ensure that you’ll go on a day when the stars are visible, then take a relaxing hike to one of the best stargazing sites in town such as Chung Hom Kok, Tai Au Mun and Tai Mei Tuk. 

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Hong Kong’s numerous seaside towns make it easy for us to explore nature. If you’re bored of the star ferry, sailboats and junk boats, go over to Hong Kong Disneyland’s Inspiration Lake for a fun pedal boat session.

Pack a few sandwiches or bring a full picnic spread by ordering a luxury picnic basket ahead of time to make the day out extra romantic. 

Aside from chugging beer with friends at the pub, there is plenty happening in town to celebrate Oktoberfest. Pop by Basehall on October 23 to be transported to a Bavarian beer hall, or head over to Deadman Brewery for their Oktoberfest party on the 29th and 30th. 

This article was published October 23, 2020 and updated on October 21, 2021. 

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