Hong Kong: The Dark Side

Discover the hidden struggles behind Hong Kong's gleaming skyline on this eye-opening Kowloon tour. While the city is celebrated for its economic success and iconic attractions like Victoria Harbour and The Peak, it also hides a stark reality. On this tour, you’ll explore how 1.5 million residents live below the poverty line in one of the world's most unequal cities. Gain insight into the housing crisis as you visit a subdivided flat in one of Hong Kong’s poorest districts, uncovering the human stories behind these cramped and challenging living conditions.

Led by an experienced guide, this journey into the less-seen side of Hong Kong reveals the true cost of its prosperity. You’ll experience first-hand the harsh realities of micro-living in 10-square-meter subdivided units and even inhumane cage homes. Walking through the streets, you’ll encounter extreme living conditions and learn how skyrocketing housing prices have created a profound social divide. The tour highlights the deep impact of gentrification in impoverished areas, where vice, poverty, and modern development coexist.

This immersive experience sheds light on how Hong Kong’s status as a global tax haven has contributed to housing inequities. Through discussions about the city’s public finances and the stories of those directly affected, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by its marginalized communities. This tour is a unique opportunity to see the hidden layers of a vibrant metropolis and the resilience of its people amidst adversity.