Plan Your Stay
For Visitors
Whether you are cheering on a team, travelling with the fleet or simply here for the occasion, Hong Kong in November is at its very best. Here is everything you need to plan your stay, follow the racing and enjoy the city.
How to Watch
Racing takes place off the Ninepins, well out to sea, with no shore viewing. The closest vantage point is from the water. Spectator boats will run on Monday 23 and Friday 27 November: travel by junk from Kellett Island to the racecourse, then on to Sai Kung for the afternoon.
Follow the racing on Vakaros. Both viewers are ready to open, with tracking going live when racing begins.
Find your way in Hong Kong
The championship spans two sides of the territory, from the club and hotels on Hong Kong Island to the boats and racing waters east of Sai Kung. This guide covers every stop on the programme, along with a few places worth exploring between races.
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RHKYC Kellett Island
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Island
The club itself. Boat measurement and the boatyard, the skippers' briefings, the opening ceremony and reception, and the dim sum and mahjong afternoon.
22.2845°N, 114.1824°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club
Clear Water Bay peninsula, Sai Kung
The Host Partner. The boats are berthed in the marina here, and it hosts after sailing drinks, the Asia Pacific prizegiving and the closing dinner.
22.2697°N, 114.3021°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Hopewell Hotel
Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
The official hotel. Its Crystal Ballroom on 19/F hosts the gala dinner, and most of the optional tours pick up from the door.
22.2750°N, 114.1707°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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The Ninepins, Kwo Chau Islands
South China Sea, off the Clear Water Bay peninsula
The racing area, off the Ninepins. Courses of up to eight nautical miles.
22.2561°N, 114.3510°EOpen in Google Maps
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Shelter Cove RHKYC
Hebe Haven, Sai Kung
The Club's Sai Kung base. Competing boats based here are measured on their trailers on 16 November.
22.3684°N, 114.2688°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Hong Kong International Airport
Chek Lap Kok, Lantau
The Airport Express reaches Hong Kong Station in about 24 minutes, with free shuttle buses on to most major hotels.
22.3127°N, 113.9265°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters
Tai Po, New Territories
Three cooking-class days on 23, 24 and 27 November: a tour of the headquarters and oyster sauce production, then a chef-led masterclass. Coach from Kellett Island.
22.4585°N, 114.1806°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Penny's Bay, Lantau
Complimentary park visit on the lay day, 26 November, for families and friends between the racing.
22.3131°N, 114.0410°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Ngong Ping and the Tian Tan Buddha
Lantau Island
The cable-car destination on the Lantau day tour, 26 November, before lunch and the boat through Tai O.
22.2540°N, 113.9050°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Sai Kung Town
Sai Kung, New Territories
Lunch stop on the spectator boats, 23 and 27 November. Sampans leave the town pier for the Geopark islands; the waterfront restaurants are worth the drive on their own.
22.3818°N, 114.2750°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Victoria Peak
The Peak, Hong Kong Island
Start of the Peak Circle Walk on Lugard Road: about three kilometres, level and shaded, with the harbour on one side. The Peak Tram climbs from Garden Road.
22.2712°N, 114.1500°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum
West Kowloon
Two museums a few minutes' walk apart on the West Kowloon waterfront, with the Art Park between them looking back at the Island skyline.
22.3018°N, 114.1570°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
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Star Ferry
Central Pier, Hong Kong Island
Ten minutes across the harbour for a few dollars, and still the best way to see it. Pin marks Central Pier 7; the Tsim Sha Tsui pier is opposite.
22.2871°N, 114.1612°EOpen in Google MapsOfficial website
Practical Information
From the airport
Hong Kong International Airport is one of the world’s best connected. Getting into the city is quick and easy at any hour:
- Airport Express: trains every 10 to 12 minutes reach Hong Kong Station in about 24 minutes. Free shuttle buses link the Hong Kong and Kowloon stations to most major hotels.
- Taxi: the rank is right outside arrivals; allow roughly 40 minutes to Central. Red taxis serve the main urban areas.
- Uber: available across Hong Kong and the airport. Follow the app’s pick-up instructions rather than the taxi rank, and expect to pay a little more than a red taxi.
- Pre-booked car: hotels and car services can meet you in the arrivals hall.
Getting to the racing
The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club clubhouse sits on Kellett Island in Causeway Bay, a few minutes' walk from Causeway Bay MTR or a short taxi from most Island hotels.
Clearwater Bay is out in Sai Kung with no MTR nearby, so allow about 35 to 50 minutes by taxi or car from Central, longer in peak traffic. The championship shuttle timetable (Hopewell Hotel, Kellett Island, Hang Hau MTR and Clearwater Bay) is on For Competitors.
Visiting membership of the Club
The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club offers visiting membership to overseas competitors and to their partners and crew members. The Club is cash-free, so an account is what lets you pay for anything at Kellett Island, Middle Island or Shelter Cove.
You choose between credit facilities, signed once with a HK$2,000 deposit held on the card, and a pre-stored Octopus Card. Applications must reach the Membership Office by 2 November 2026. Cards are collected from reception at Kellett Island up to 16 November 2026, and from the Regatta Office at Clearwater Bay after that.
Apply direct, so nobody has to go through the competitor in the family:
The full detail, with how to apply, is in Visiting membership further down this page. Questions: membership@rhkyc.org.hk or +852 2239 0372.
Currency & payments
The Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) is pegged at roughly 7.8 to the US dollar. Cards and mobile payments are accepted almost everywhere, and ATMs are on every block. Keep a little cash for markets, older taxis and small shops.
One Octopus card covers the MTR, buses, trams, the Star Ferry and most convenience stores. Buy one at any MTR station, or add a Smart Octopus to an iPhone and top it up from the phone.
Weather in November
Visas & entry
Many nationalities enter visa-free for 7 to 180 days, but the rules vary by passport, so always check the Hong Kong Immigration Department before you travel.
Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your stay. Entry rules to and from mainland China are separate: a trip across the border needs its own visa.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance covering medical care is strongly recommended. Check that it also covers time on the water and any watersports you plan around the regatta.
Racing cover is a separate thing entirely. Every boat must carry its own third-party liability insurance, specific to that Dragon, and no travel policy provides it. Proof is checked at registration. The amount required and how to arrange it if you need help are on the For Competitors page.
Beyond the Racing
Five experiences worth making time for between races.
Sai Kung and the Geopark. The same corner of the New Territories as the marina. Sampans leave the town pier for the Geopark islands, and the seafood restaurants along the waterfront are worth the drive on their own.
The Peak Circle Walk. A little over three kilometres around Victoria Peak on Lugard Road, level the whole way and shaded by bamboo and tropical trees, with the harbour below on one side and Kowloon and the New Territories hills on the other. The Peak Tram climbs to it from Garden Road, a few minutes from Central.
M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Both on the West Kowloon waterfront, a few minutes' walk apart, with the Art Park between them looking straight back at the Island skyline.
The Star Ferry. Ten minutes across the harbour for a few dollars, and still the best way to see it.
Restaurants and bars recommended by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Their Food & Drink guide lists places named among the World's 50 Best, from fine dining to the city's leading bars.
Travel & Accommodation
Book Your Trip
Official Carrier
Cathay Pacific
Connecting its home city, Hong Kong, with the world for 80 years, Cathay Pacific is pleased to fly in the world’s top Dragon sailors and their supporters for the 2027 Dragon World Championship. As the Official Carrier, Cathay Pacific will provide dedicated travel arrangements for competing teams, race officials and international media from across its global network.
A discount code applies to fares for flights into Hong Kong. Contact the championship to obtain it before you book.
Hospitality Partner
Hopewell Hotel
Hopewell Hotel in Hong Kong is the official Hospitality Partner for the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship.
This prestigious World Championship marks a significant occasion as it will be held in Asia for the first time, giving Hong Kong a remarkable chance to showcase its vibrant maritime tourism on an international stage. Hopewell Hotel is dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality and creating memorable experiences for every athlete and guest, ensuring that this momentous mega event is celebrated with the highest standards of excellence.
Accommodation
Bookings at our Official Hospitality Partner, Hopewell Hotel, are currently waitlisted for the Championship period. If you need assistance with accommodation, please contact the Championship team at info@dragonworld2027.com and we will be glad to help.
Contact Us for Assistance
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
Visiting membership
Visiting membership is available to overseas competitors, their partners and crew members. Because the RHKYC is cash-free, you will need an account to use the clubhouses at Kellett Island, Middle Island and Shelter Cove.
Choose one of two options:
Credit facilities: sign one card authorisation, and charges are settled when you close the account. The Club holds a HK$2,000 deposit on the card to open the facility. You may also authorise your partner or crew to sign.
Alipay or Octopus: use a pre-stored Octopus Card, available at Kellett Island reception or any MTR station.
Collect your membership card from reception at Kellett Island up to 16 November 2026. After that it waits for you at the race venue, in the Regatta Office on Level 1 of the Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club Marina Office.
Apply before you travel
Complete the online application by 2 November 2026. Questions: membership@rhkyc.org.hk or +852 2239 0372.
How to apply
The Social Programme & Calendar
A full hospitality programme runs alongside the racing, from the opening ceremony to the prizegiving dinner. Evening events and activities for partners and families take place throughout the week.
Twenty-nine events are scheduled from 18 to 29 November 2026. Select a day or filter by event type. Championship events are part of the official regatta programme, with guest ticket prices shown where applicable. Optional outings are priced per person and must be booked separately. Competitors and crew: sign in using the email linked to your race entry.
If you would rather book directly through the Moongate.id portal, click here.
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Wednesday18 NovAsia Pacific · skippers' briefing and opening ceremony2 events
18:00-19:00
Asia Pacific skippers' briefing
RHKYC Kellett Island
19:00-21:30
Asia Pacific opening ceremony
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, poolside · HK$300 for guests · book by 12 November
Asia Pacific Championship opening ceremony, with food and drinks at the RHKYC poolside. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 12 November.
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Thursday19 NovAsia Pacific · after sailing drinks1 event
17:00-18:30
After sailing drinks
Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club
Included
Friday20 NovAsia Pacific · after sailing drinks1 event
17:00-18:30
After sailing drinks
Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club
Included
Saturday21 NovAsia Pacific · prizegiving ceremony1 event
18:00-21:00
Asia Pacific prizegiving ceremony
Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club · HK$500 for guests · book by 10 November
Asia Pacific Championship prizegiving and ceremony banquet at Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 10 November.
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Sunday22 NovWorld Championship · skippers' briefing and opening reception2 events
18:00-19:00
Skippers' briefing
RHKYC Kellett Island
19:00-21:30
Opening reception
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club · HK$500 for guests · book by 12 November
Dragon World Championship opening reception and ceremony banquet at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 12 November.
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Monday23 NovSpectator boat · dim sum cooking · night foodie tour · day prizegiving4 events
09:00-16:00
Spectator boat Optional
Kellett Island to Sai Kung · HK$750
Board a party junk at Kellett Island at 09:00 and cruise through the eastern end of Victoria Harbour to the race venue near the Ninepins, to watch the day's first race from the water. You then sail on to Sai Kung Town, a former 19th-century fishing village with art shops and local eateries, where lunch is at your own expense, before a coach takes you back to Kellett Island around 16:00. Minimum 20 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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09:30-14:00
Lee Kum Kee dim sum cooking class Optional
Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters, Tai Po · HK$450
Yum Cha Favourites: a guided tour of Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters and its oyster sauce production, then a chef-led masterclass preparing two Cantonese dim sum classics. The coach leaves the Hopewell Centre at 09:30 and Kellett Island at 09:45; round-trip transport included. Groups are limited to 20. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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16:30-19:00
Hidden Causeway Bay night foodie tour Optional
Meet at Kellett Island · HK$450
Explore Wan Chai and Causeway Bay after dark: the 180-year-old Hung Shing Temple, a secret panoramic viewpoint with no hiking, and the traditional villain-hitting ritual under the Canal Road flyover. Local snacks are tasted along the way. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 8 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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17:00-18:00
Day prizegiving
Presented by Code Zero · Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club · HK$400 for guests · book by 12 November
Day prizegiving with food and drinks, sponsored by Code Zero. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 12 November.
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Tuesday24 NovCooking class · qigong · club tour and mahjong · day prizegiving4 events
09:30-14:00
Lee Kum Kee local classic food cooking class Optional
Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters, Tai Po · HK$450
Dai Pai Dong Classics: a guided tour of Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters and its oyster sauce production, then a chef-led masterclass on the bold flavours of Hong Kong's dai pai dong cooking. The coach leaves the Hopewell Centre at 09:30 and Kellett Island at 09:45; round-trip transport included. Groups are limited to 20. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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09:30-12:00
Qigong and Baduanjin class Optional
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club rooftop · HK$500
A restorative morning on the clubhouse rooftop overlooking Victoria Harbour. Brief at the Main Bar, then learn Baduanjin, the classic eight-movement sequence, with an expert practitioner: slow flowing movement, breathing and harbour views. Suitable for all levels. Minimum 15 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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14:00-18:00
Club tour and mahjong Optional
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club · HK$350
A 30-minute guided tour of the Kellett Island clubhouse, then a friendly mahjong class in the Regatta Room, played four to a table. Light refreshments and afternoon tea are included. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 16 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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17:00-18:00
Day prizegiving
Presented by SHK Capital Partners · Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club · HK$400 for guests · book by 10 November
Day prizegiving with food and drinks, sponsored by SHK Capital Partners. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 10 November.
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Wednesday25 NovIsland tour · imperial tea · gala dinner3 events
09:00-12:00
Explore Hong Kong Island tour Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$600
A three-hour Central circuit: skip-the-line Peak Tram, the business district and its feng shui stories, St John's Cathedral and Man Mo Temple, the Mid-Levels Escalator, Tai Kwun, and a walk past traditional craft shops. Meet and return at Kellett Island. Minimum 15 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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13:30-16:00
Imperial Chinese tea sip with afternoon tea Optional
Meet at Hopewell Hotel · finish at Lock Cha · HK$250
Visit the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware in Hong Kong Park, Hong Kong's oldest surviving Western building, including the Shape of Tea exhibition, then a walk through the park and afternoon tea with vegetarian dim sum at Lock Cha Tea House. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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19:00-22:00
Championship gala dinner
Crystal Ballroom, 19/F, Hopewell Hotel · HK$800 · Dress code: smart casual
Championship Gala Dinner at the Crystal Ballroom, 19/F, Hopewell Hotel. Dress code: smart casual. Tickets are HK$800 per person for everyone, competitors included. Name each guest when you book, up to 10 per order. Bookings close 11 November.
View dinner menu
Western set dinner menu 西式晚餐餐單 A
Bread 麵包
Artisan Bread & Butter
工匠麵包,牛油
Appetizer 頭盤
Smoked Salmon with Salmon Roe
Nori, Mix Nuts Cream Cheese Sphere, Pickled Radish & Yuzu Soya Gel
煙三文魚配三文魚籽, 紫菜堅果忌廉芝士球
醃小蘿蔔, 柚子豉油醬
李錦記「和風柚子豉油」
Soup 湯
Wild Mushroom Bisque with Barley
野菌濃湯, 薏米
李錦記「鮮菇粉」
Main course 主菜
Slow Roasted Yellow Chicken
X.O Sauce Potato Mashed, Garden Vegetable, Spinach Creamy Sauce
慢燒鮮黃雞
XO醬薯茸, 田園蔬菜, 菠菜忌廉汁
or 或
Braised Beef Cheek with Truffle
X.O Sauce Potato Mashed, Garden Vegetable, Passion Fruit Onion Sauce
紅酒燴松露牛臉頰
XO醬薯茸, 田園蔬菜, 熱情果洋蔥汁
李錦記「XO醬」
Dessert 甜品
Hazelnut Crumb · Coconut Panna Cotta · Figs Marmalade
榛子脆 · 椰子意大利奶凍 · 無花果果醬
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Thursday26 NovDisneyland · Lantau · golf3 events
Whole day
Hong Kong Disneyland (transport ticket) Optional
Complimentary park tickets from Hong Kong Disneyland Resort · transportation ticket HK$150
A complimentary park visit on the lay day, between the mountains and the sea: Disney stories and characters, attractions, and the festive season. Eligible participants receive two one-day tickets (one for the registered participant, one for a guest). Register for the free park tickets through the championship mailing between 19 and 26 October 2026 only. If you believe you should have access to that form, email info@dragonworld2027.com. The Book button below is for the HK$150 transport ticket on Moongate only. Park tickets are non-transferable and may not be resold; subject to verification by the organiser. One registration form per participant. Book the transport ticket by 16 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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09:00-18:00
Lantau, Ngong Ping 360 and Tai O, with lunch Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$1,000
Private coach to Tung Chung, then the Ngong Ping 360 cable car to the Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery. A set lunch either at the monastery or in Tai O, followed by a 20-minute boat through Tai O's waterways past the stilt houses, with views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. English-speaking guide throughout. Minimum 40 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 8 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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11:00-18:00
Kellett Golf Society golf day Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$1,500
A relaxed clubhouse lunch at Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, then 18 holes on the academy course, three rounds of six holes from different tees. Club sets included. Limited to 20 players, minimum 10, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 8 November 2026. Refunds are also available if the event is cancelled due to adverse weather; in that case, the 8% card payment fee is non-refundable. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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Friday27 NovSpectator boat · seafood cooking · Ding Ding photo and tramway · day prizegiving4 events
09:30-16:30
Spectator boat Optional
Kellett Island to Sai Kung · HK$750
Board a party junk at Kellett Island at 09:30 and cruise through the eastern end of Victoria Harbour to the race venue near the Ninepins, to watch the day's first race from the water. You then sail on to Sai Kung Town, a former 19th-century fishing village with art shops and local eateries, where lunch is at your own expense, before a coach takes you back to Kellett Island around 16:30. Minimum 20 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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09:30-14:00
Lee Kum Kee seafood delights cooking class Optional
Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters, Tai Po · HK$450
Seafood Delights: a guided tour of Lee Kum Kee Sauce Headquarters and its oyster sauce production, then a chef-led masterclass on classic Cantonese seafood. The coach leaves the Hopewell Centre at 09:30 and Kellett Island at 09:45; round-trip transport included. Groups are limited to 20. Minimum 10 guests, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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13:00-18:00
Ding Ding, old town photo and tramway tour Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$680
A heritage photo walk and tramway tour of Hong Kong's old town. Limited to 20 guests, minimum 8, and the organisers may cancel if that is not reached; book by 11 November 2026. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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18:00-20:00
Day prizegiving
Presented by XPENG · Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club · HK$400 for guests · book by 10 November
Day prizegiving with food and drinks, sponsored by XPENG. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 10 November.
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Saturday28 NovKowloon fortune-telling · Aberdeen food tour · day prizegiving3 events
09:00-12:00
Explore Kowloon fortune-telling tour Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$600
A fortune-telling tour of Kowloon. Minimum 15 guests (additional groups may be added); if the minimum is not reached the Organiser may cancel the outing. Bookings close 8 November. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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14:30-17:30
Aberdeen boat harbour food tour Optional
Meet and return at Kellett Island · HK$680
A food tour of Aberdeen boat harbour. Minimum 12 guests. Refunds are also available if the event is cancelled due to adverse weather; in that case, the 8% card payment fee is non-refundable. Bookings close 8 November. A full refund, including transaction charges, will be provided if the event is cancelled due to low attendance.
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17:00-18:00
Day prizegiving
Presented by Lee Kum Kee · Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club · HK$400 for guests · book by 10 November
Day prizegiving with food and drinks, sponsored by Lee Kum Kee. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 10 November.
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Sunday29 NovPrizegiving and closing ceremony1 event
18:30-21:00
Prizegiving and closing ceremony
Presented by Sun Hung Kai & Co. · Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club · HK$700 for guests · book by 10 November
Prizegiving and closing ceremony banquet at Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, sponsored by Sun Hung Kai & Co. Included for accredited sailors; guests need a Plus One ticket. Bookings close 10 November.
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