A Guide to Fruit Picking in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is widely thought of as a concrete jungle, but roughly half the city is covered in greenery, and the New Territories in particular is home to a surprising number of working farms that open their fields to visitors. Fruit picking has become a beloved day-trip activity for families and nature lovers alike, with the season rotating through strawberries, lychees, longans, grapes, pineapples, and more depending on the time of year.

This guide covers the best farms to visit, what you can pick, when to go, and how to get there.

Understanding the Seasons

Getting the timing right is everything with fruit picking. The broad calendar runs like this:

Winter and early spring (December to April) is strawberry season, and the most popular time for farm visits. This is when the majority of Hong Kong’s picking farms are busiest.

Late spring and summer (May to August) brings lychees, longans, and star fruit. Lychees in particular are a quintessential Hong Kong summer fruit, and picking them straight from the tree is a very different experience from buying them in a wet market.

Year-round options exist at larger eco-parks, which rotate their crops and offer multiple fruits at different times, as well as vegetables for those who want a longer or more varied picking session.

Always check the specific farm’s social media or call ahead before visiting. Harvests can be affected by weather, and popular fields can sell out early in the day.

The Farms

Tai Tong Organic Eco Park, Yuen Long

One of the most comprehensive farm destinations in Hong Kong, Tai Tong Organic Eco Park occupies over a million square feet in the tranquil Tai Tong valley, about ten minutes by car from Yuen Long town. It has been operating since 1994 and holds organic certification from the Hong Kong Organic Resource Centre.

The fruit-picking operation runs year-round and rotates through an impressive list of produce: strawberries in winter, lychees in summer, and longan, star fruit, papaya, jackfruit, wampee, and sweetcorn across the seasons. The farm also grows organic mushrooms — king oyster and shiitake — which were introduced in partnership with specialists from Beijing.

Beyond the picking, the park offers pony rides, a large adventure playground, BBQ facilities, fishing, bullock cart rides, and agricultural workshops. It is a full-day destination for families. Entry is around HK$110 (which includes entry and activity vouchers), with cash-only payment at the gate. The park opens daily from 9am to 6pm and does not take advance bookings.

Address: No. 11 Tai Tong Shan Road, Yuen Long, New Territories Getting there: From Yuen Long MTR, take a taxi or minibus towards Tai Tong. The park is roughly ten minutes by road.

Kam Tin Country Club, Kam Tin, Yuen Long

With around 100,000 square feet of strawberry fields, Kam Tin Country Club is one of the largest strawberry farms in Hong Kong and a reliable favourite during the winter picking season (typically December to March). On busy weekends the fields hum with families, and the sheer volume of plants means there is nearly always fruit to find.

The farm offers more than just strawberries — it also grows corn from Hokkaido and visitors can pick that as well on select days. There is a petting area for farm animals, a bouncy castle, scooters, bumpy cars, kite-flying space, and archery. Admission is around HK$138 for adults and HK$88 for children (90–140cm tall), with higher prices on public holidays.

Address: 200 Tin Mei Mei Estate, Shui Tau Village, Kam Tin, Yuen Long Getting there: Take the MTR West Rail Line to Kam Sheung Road station, exit D, then minibus No. 601 to the Kam Tin Country Club. Phone: +852 5132 5131

Long Ping Strawberry Grape Farm, Yuen Long

Long Ping is somewhat unusual among Hong Kong farms in that it grows Japanese grape varieties — Kyoho, black currant, and Shine Muscat — using modern cultivation techniques that preserve their sweetness and fragrance. The vineyard covers 200,000 square feet, making it a substantial operation by local standards.

Depending on the season, visitors can pick either grapes or strawberries, and sugar cane is also available for picking. For grape picking in particular, this is one of the few places in Hong Kong where you can try the experience — Shine Muscat grapes are a luxury item in Hong Kong supermarkets and picking them fresh is a genuine treat.

There are no field fees at Long Ping — you pay only for what you pick, which is a refreshing approach compared to fixed-entry farms.

Address: Tai Tong Road, Tai Tong Village, Yuen Long Phone: +852 9251 8926

Strawberry Garden, Fanling

Based in the more rural northeastern New Territories, Strawberry Garden grows five varieties of Japanese strawberries, all of which tend to be plump and well-flavoured. Picking is priced by weight at around HK$120 per pound.

The farm is particularly good for children: the kitchen provides utensils so children can make their own strawberry jam to take home, and adults can cook dishes using fresh vegetables grown on-site. It is a more hands-on, activity-focused experience than simply walking through fields with a basket.

Address: Ping Che Road, Lei Uk New Village, Ta Kwu Ling, Fanling Phone: +852 2674 6198

Go Green Organic Farm (Go Green Life), Kam Tin, Yuen Long

Go Green is the place to go if you want to pick something a little out of the ordinary. The farm has a dedicated pineapple field — a rare novelty in Hong Kong — and you can wander through the pineapple patch and pick your own to take home. Pineapple-related workshops are available, including cooking and handicraft sessions themed around the fruit.

The farm is also home to a small herd of alpacas, which makes it a hit with younger visitors who tire of the picking itself. Go Green is focused on sustainability and organic practices, and the whole experience has a more educational slant than a purely commercial farm.

Address: 4 Pai Shek, Kam Tin, Yuen Long Phone: +852 5579 2178

Fruitful Organic Farm, Yuen Long

Fruitful Organic Farm grows a wide variety of produce organically, including watermelons, strawberries, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, and water spinach. You can pick from whichever crops are in season, and the farm also runs workshops in sauce-making, art jamming, and farming techniques. It is a good choice for visitors who want to combine picking with a more structured activity.

Check their Facebook page before visiting as workshop schedules and available crops change regularly.

Address: 4 Shek Pai Village, Kam Sheung Road, Yuen Long Phone: +852 9478 7797

Luk Yau Yau Farm, Ha Pak Nai, Lau Fau Shan

One of Hong Kong’s older organic farms, Luk Yau Yau has been growing produce since 2003. The farm sits near the mudflats of Ha Pak Nai in Lau Fau Shan, an area better known for oysters but surprisingly productive for farming. In winter, the farm offers strawberries (including French varieties), fresh figs, and radishes. Over 30 types of vegetables are also grown, and if you arrive hungry the owner has been known to stir-fry fresh vegetables of the day on the spot for visitors to eat.

This is one of the more rustic and low-key options on this list — not a polished commercial attraction, but a genuine small farm worth supporting.

Address: Next to Chi Hong Institute, Lau Fau Shan, Ha Pak Nai Phone: +852 9219 4066 Note: Confirm opening hours by phone before visiting, as the farm operates on irregular days.

Grandpa’s Garden, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island

A family-owned organic garden on Lantau Island, Grandpa’s Garden specialises in vegetables but offers a charming picking experience for those already making a trip to Discovery Bay. You can pick fresh vegetables to take home, or rent a plot of land and grow your own produce over time. It is a quieter, more intimate setting than the large Yuen Long farms.

Address: Nim Shue Wan, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island Phone: +852 9137 0640 Note: Phone ahead to confirm availability, as the garden’s opening days can vary.

General Tips for All Farms

Go early. Most farms get noticeably busier from around 11am onwards, especially on weekends and public holidays. Arriving when gates open gives you first pick of the fruit and a more peaceful experience overall.

Bring cash. Many of Hong Kong’s farm operations are cash-only. There are no ATMs in the fields.

Dress for the heat (or the mud). Summer picking means humidity and mosquitoes. Long sleeves and insect repellent are sensible for lychee season. Winter strawberry season is cooler but fields can be muddy after rain — closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind dirtying are a good choice in any season.

Book ahead when required. Larger farms like Kam Tin Country Club and Tai Tong Eco Park operate on a walk-in basis, but smaller farms or workshops may appreciate a call before you arrive.

Verify before you go. Hong Kong’s small farms are sensitive to weather, pests, and seasonal variation. A season that started well can end abruptly if there is a spell of heavy rain or a disease outbreak. Checking the farm’s Facebook page or calling the day before is not excessive — it can save a wasted journey.

Bring your own containers or bags. Some farms provide baskets, but bringing a lightweight bag or cool bag for the journey home means your haul arrives in better shape, especially on a hot day.