Waglan Island
Island Small island and lighthouse site near Hong Kong
In Hong Kong’s Islands District, Waglan Island hosts a late‑19th‑century lighthouse and rocky shorelines; boat trips pass for seabird viewing and coastal photography.
Waglan Island is a small island in the Islands District of Hong Kong. It is located at 22.18435° N, 114.30496° E and is the site of the historic Waglan Lighthouse.
The island is known primarily for its lighthouse and its role in coastal navigation around Hong Kong; it is one of the offshore islets that mark approaches to the territory.
The lighthouse on the island was first lit in 1893 and has been an element of Hong Kong’s maritime navigation network since the late 19th century.
Waglan Island lies to the southeast of Hong Kong Island in the South China Sea, within the administrative area of the Islands District.
- Coordinates: 22.18435° N, 114.30496° E
What to See #
- Waglan Lighthouse: A lighthouse first lit in 1893 that serves as a historic navigational aid for Hong Kong waters.
How to Get to Waglan Island #
Reachable only by private boat or organized boat tour from Hong Kong’s outlying island piers; no regular public ferry service.
Tips for Visiting Waglan Island #
- The island's lighthouse complex is usually not open to the public except on special heritage days; check Hong Kong Marine Department announcements.
- Bring binoculars - the island offers good vantage points for marine traffic and seabirds.
Best Time to Visit Waglan Island #
Autumn through winter offers the best weather for visiting Hong Kong's outlying islands.
