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Eco-tourism of New Life Farm is the first social enterprise which offers nature-based tours in Hong Kong.

• Provide training and employment opportunities for people in recovery of mental illness
• Enhance public understanding and acceptance of people in recovery of mental illness through various activities and their interaction with the public
• Promote the concept of healthy living, environmental protection and mental health
• Enable people to relax away from the hustle and bustle of city life

The 4.1 hectares New Life Interactive Farm has different themed educational zones and lookout areas, including: Organic Agricultural Exhibition Gallery, Organic Herbs Garden, Organic Farming Zone, Butterfly Garden, Chinese Herbs Garden and Organic Cactus Garden. People in recovery of mental illness are trained as tour guides to introduce the concept of organic farming and environmental protection while leading the visitors to tour around the farm. Fun-packed interactive activities and games would give the visitors the enjoyment of organic farming; and handicraft workshops that make use of natural materials like plants, seeds and stone etc. would help raise their awareness of nature conservation. For refreshment, organic herbal tea and home-made desserts are ready to serve at the Tea House.