I Tried to Walk 100KM Across Hong Kong… It Was BRUTAL 🇭🇰
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Walking 100KM across Hong Kong—how hard could it be? The MacLehose Trail is one of the most grueling long-distance hikes in Asia, stretching from the east to the west of the territory. It winds through towering peaks, dense jungles, and rugged coastlines, with brutal elevation gains and unpredictable weather. I’ve taken on some tough challenges before, but this might be the most intense yet.
With my gear packed and my legs ready (or so I thought), I set off on this multi-day trek, unsure if I’d be able to push through. From exhaustion and blisters to breathtaking views and unexpected surprises, this journey tested my endurance in ways I didn’t expect. Would the relentless climbs and sheer distance prove too much, or could I actually complete this insane challenge?
One step at a time, I pushed forward—but did I make it to the end? Watch until the final moments to find out if I conquered the MacLehose Trail or if it conquered me. 🇭🇰
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Chapters:
00:00 – 02:00 – What is the Maclehose?
2:01 – Day 1 – Coastal Section
24:30 – Camp Fail
38:44 – Day 2 (it rained a lot)
51:14 – Day 3 – Let’s do this!!
1:12:02 – Day 4 (the big push)
1:28:32 – Dance & Debrief
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Walking 100KM across Hong Kong—how hard could it be?
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Loved the video
Amazing Paddy. Well done and welcome to HK
A Disney poncho / black bin liner…. the weather can change very quickly. Also maybe an amulet to ward of bad spirits. There are many bad spirits along the mountains and the trails. So not surprising if you heard a "spirit" surrounding your tent all night. Trust your senses mate..
Well done paddy my wife is Thai and every year when we go back to Thailand even tho she is Thai we visit places that we have seen you visit you have given us great ideas of place to visit
I really love your walking!!
Thank you from 🇸🇪
well done PD on another PB and raising the bar for us all as per usual. ❤
Awesome video ❤
Will you be able to get a chance to visit Victoria Peak whilst you are there and show us your view from on top of Hong Kong's highest point?
Well done Paddy again, what an amazing journey you took us on, you never let us down, proud of you mate, some stunning scenes you shared that we would never knew that existed, many thanks ❤
FYI Hong Kong is not a country, it's a part of China.
Congratulations! What beautiful views! Good for you, thanks for showing us this wonderful hike. I've been to Hong Kong, but have never seen it from this vantage point. I used to hike a lot in Korea, and this brings me back. Much love from Canada.
HK is a good place for hiking ❤
Congratulations Paddy. Yes, it was an enjoyable vlog despite the bad weather and limited views. I would like to challenge myself some day and do the trail. Looks amazing
haha at 'i thought (tuen mun) was a small town'
Awesome! I watched this with my 80 year old mother. Hiking stick would help a lot. I’d bring smaller toothpaste and sun screen.
Loved the video. Keep on rocking Paddy.
Congratulations! Great Job!
Good 👍 job
What an adventure Paddy. You continually amaze and delight us with your innovative videos.
Thank you so much. A proud achievement ❤
Well done. This is what life is about. Epic adventures🎉🤗 I'm loving your videos. I'm binging the Thailand ones for now cos I'm going back to Thailand in April for the 3rd time😊can't wait
Lovely video! You might look into "Knees over toes guy" to address some of your knee discomfort.
Brilliant to watch! Thanks for your brilliant talent! ❤
Great Job. As a retired Army veteran, the old saying is: “if it ain’t raining, you ain’t training.” So when it gets miserable, remember to “embrace the suck!” And a word of advice, always conduct your pre checks which involves setting things up and insuring they work. Water proof matches, just a suggestion. Great job again!