The centre is located within the Tsiu Hang Special Area, a 24-hectare site established primarily for nature education and scientific study.
The Rock Collection display features geological samples representative of Hong Kong’s igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock formations.
The centre incorporates a dedicated Medicinal Plants Garden, which documents species used in traditional Chinese herbal practices.
It features a series of distinct thematic gardens, including an Orchid House and a Fern Garden, showcasing regional botanical diversity.
The onsite Insectarium contains static and rotating displays focusing on the life cycles and habitat requirements of local insect species.
The Lions Nature Education Centre serves as a primary environmental education hub managed by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department in the Sai Kung District. The site features specialized themed outdoor areas, including an Arboretum, a Rock Collection, and a Medicinal Plants Garden. Indoor exhibition galleries provide context on Hong Kong’s biodiversity, local insect life, and the history of forestry. The centre is situated within the Tsiu Hang Special Area, which integrates natural woodland with educational infrastructure. Visitors can explore various geological samples and traditional agricultural tools preserved on-site. The facility is designed to promote public understanding of conservation practices and local wildlife habitats.
The central Dragonfly Pond, which offers a scenic reflection of the surrounding forest canopy and water-based plants.
Bring insect repellent, as the forested environment and gardens attract mosquitoes and midges.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes to navigate the various unpaved trails connecting the themed gardens.
Visit the visitor information desk first to pick up current brochures that map out the temporary display changes.
Do not attempt to feed or approach wild macaques that may be present in the surrounding woodland areas.
Closed on Tuesdays, unless that day is a public holiday.
Maintain silence in observation areas, stay on marked footpaths to protect botanical exhibits, and do not pick flowers or disturb wildlife.
