Hansen's Hikes
Lantau Peak
Stepping down from the trusty old NLB bus at the gap between Lantau and Sunset Peaks, we rejoice in the knowledge that
we have already done the first third of our climb…
Quickly, however, we realize that there’s still quite a way to the top of Hong Kong’s second highest point. Yet, besides a
healthy heartbeat, our well-trodden and rather steep path provides stunning views over most of Lantau Island – and the
many smaller islands beyond, including Chek Lap Kok, home to Hong Kong's International Airport. There are many steps to
negotiate, so we will pause frequently for breath and to enjoy the view. At 934 metres, the summit provides an ideal place
for a longer pause and, perhaps, a snack, while we congratulate ourselves on having ticked this impressive mountain off
our list.
To many, the descent from Lantau Peak is even tougher than the climb up. If anything, the steps are bigger and the path
substantially narrower than they were coming up. However, we will walk slowly to allow us appreciating the fantastic
views over the Ngong Ping plateau, its statues and temples.
The steps end when we reach the Ngong Ping plateau, where we stop here for a well-deserved lunch break at the Tea
Garden. We will stay long enough for those who so desire to climb up to the Big Buddha or explore the Po Lin Monastery
and the famous Big Buddha - the world's largest, seated, outdoor, bronze Buddha statue. If you are keen on climbing a
little extra, you are invited to walk up the 268 steps for a closer look at the 26-metre-high, 202-tonne wonder. You could
also opt to relax over a pot of locally grown tea or sample the Tea Garden’s current choice of cold Chinese beer…
After lunch we will then follow an old village footpath down to Tung Chung passing 3 or 4 monasteries and temples along
the way before joining the road and reaching the old Tung Chung fort. We will have a look around this 19th century attempt
to fight opium and piracy in the South China Sea, before continuing to Tung Chung new town and the MTR back to the city…
Stepping down from the trusty old NLB bus at the gap between Lantau and Sunset Peaks, we rejoice in the knowledge that
we have already done the first third of our climb…
Quickly, however, we realize that there’s still quite a way to the top of Hong Kong’s second highest point. Yet, besides a
healthy heartbeat, our well-trodden and rather steep path provides stunning views over most of Lantau Island – and the
many smaller islands beyond, including Chek Lap Kok, home to Hong Kong's International Airport. There are many steps to
negotiate, so we will pause frequently for breath and to enjoy the view. At 934 metres, the summit provides an ideal place
for a longer pause and, perhaps, a snack, while we congratulate ourselves on having ticked this impressive mountain off
our list.
To many, the descent from Lantau Peak is even tougher than the climb up. If anything, the steps are bigger and the path
substantially narrower than they were coming up. However, we will walk slowly to allow us appreciating the fantastic
views over the Ngong Ping plateau, its statues and temples.
The steps end when we reach the Ngong Ping plateau, where we stop here for a well-deserved lunch break at the Tea
Garden. We will stay long enough for those who so desire to climb up to the Big Buddha or explore the Po Lin Monastery
and the famous Big Buddha - the world's largest, seated, outdoor, bronze Buddha statue. If you are keen on climbing a
little extra, you are invited to walk up the 268 steps for a closer look at the 26-metre-high, 202-tonne wonder. You could
also opt to relax over a pot of locally grown tea or sample the Tea Garden’s current choice of cold Chinese beer…
After lunch we will then follow an old village footpath down to Tung Chung passing 3 or 4 monasteries and temples along
the way before joining the road and reaching the old Tung Chung fort. We will have a look around this 19th century attempt
to fight opium and piracy in the South China Sea, before continuing to Tung Chung new town and the MTR back to the city…
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