Lantau island
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- monicaa2mx24 contributionsLantau - Big budda, Poi Monastert and Tai O Fishing villageArrive using Train from Hong Kong Island! During weekdays it is less crowded than weekends. My suggestion is go by cable car and then you decide if you return by cable car or bus. Bus is cheaper but takes around 50 mins while cable it is only 35 mins. Arrive early! if you want to take pictures to big buddha with too many people. To go to Tai O, you can take the bus from the big buddha, just be aware, buses are small and sometimes there is a big line and the bus departs every hr. you can go by yourself or by tour.Visited January 2020Written 19 January 2020
- JoeBenevidesFresno, California392 contributionsTake a BusWe took a First Ferry out of Central pier 6 to Lantau Island, Mui Wo Village. From there a bus will drive 40 minutes to the Big Buddha. I preferred the tour of the island by bus over using the 360 cable car, and I was able to use my Octopus card for the Ferry and the bus.Visited February 2020Written 18 February 2020
- Catherine Leung21 contributionsHalf an hour away from the city, you will find this island full of nature and beautifulIt's so close to the city and even where the HK airport is, you can find the most scenic hiking trails, fishing village, beautiful beaches and good variety of restaurants all in one. The island is big and better to plan out your day on what you want to do. One cannot see everything in one day and can spend different days on different things to do. it's more than just the shopping mall and Disneyland.Visited December 2019Travelled with friendsWritten 22 February 2020
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BW foodie
Hong Kong, China161 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
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大冒險家餐廳@Hk Disneyland
試食指數⭐⭐⭐⭐
店舖衛生⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
侍應態度⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
((每項5⭐️為滿分))
·
最懷念大冒險家餐廳的人蔘雞
餐廳改為semi buffet好一段時間
今日放低囡囡
兩公婆入園拍拖
食好啲
·
$298(加10%服務費)/人
一個main course
Semi buffet有沙律、炸物、甜品
我哋點了
炸魚柳蛋炒飯
素肉丸意粉
Semi buffet 最吸引我的係雞翼、炸素菜卷
服務態度非常好
環境衛生乾淨
Gold Annual pass享有8折優惠
·
無論大鋪小店
我哋都會盡試盡講
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Written 4 June 2023
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Untung T
Manila, Philippines153 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Every time we visit hong Kong, we make it a habit to visit lantau Island and the big Buddha. The cable car experience is always nice, not only for kids but for grownups as well. Near the cable car station at the mtr is a mall with factory outlet shops, great for shopping and dining. Queues for cable car tickets are long, as you'll find many tourists visiting. I would suggest buying tickets online, which give you the privilege of skipping the line. We, for example, got out crystal canin tickets via klook. Best time to visit is in the morning or before lunch.
Written 31 March 2023
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Moscow, Russia114,441 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The island became the last stronghold of the Song Dynasty, the place of death of two juvenile emperors. Intending to make it a long-term base after two years of sea movements, the Sung command built about 30 palace buildings on the island.
Written 2 November 2022
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China158,718 contributions
Oct 2022
There are many good hiking trails on Lantau Island including a couple that link Mui Wo with Discovery Bay. These are easy to follow, well marked trails that you can also reference through Hiking Trail HK mobile app or other maps readily available online.
Note: Arriving in and departing from Discovery Bay and Mui Wo is fairly simply. Basically you take the regular ferry services from the Central ferry piers. The Central <> Discovery Bay (DB Ferries) depart from pier 3 while The Central <> Mui Wo (Sun Ferries) use pier 6. Rides are regular and frequent and schedules can be referred through the respective ferry company websites. You can purchase ferry rides by using your Octopus Card just like using local buses or MTR. Otherwise, just purchase ferry tickets at the ticketing offices at the piers just before departing.
Personally, I prefer to start these hikes in the morning at Mui Wo. There are a few breakfast options there and ending the hikes in Discovery Bay is perfect if you find a wider range of rest/lunch venues before making your way back to Central. Otherwise, It is perfectly fine to start the hikes at Discovery Bay ending in Mui Wo if preferred.
The first route (approx 6.5 km) is a fairly easy trail. From Mui Wo, it starts at the eastern end of Silvermine Bay Beach, making way eastwards, up and through hillsides, passing the Lady of Joy Abbey (Trappist Haven Monastery) before reaching the coast. There it turns north, following the coast through Nim Shue Wan until reaching Discovery Bay.
There is a quick splinter route just west of the monastery that leads to a pavilion viewpoint. This is well worth finding as you can get a great look at the sea and Peng Chau Island. It is a good half way rest stop as well. Or you can take your rest at the lovely monastery garden area just a few minutes away. Note that the trail between Mui Wo and the monastery is mostly exposed. However, you then enters quite a bit of forested hillside which is heavily shaded until reaching the coast.
The second route (approx 9 km) is longer and considerably more requiring. It includes steeper ascends/descends and much less shaded sections. From Mui Wo, it heads north by way of the old Tung Mui Ancient Trail (now referred to as Olympic Trail). There are fine views of Mui Wo and the sea as you ascend and reach higher elevation points. It passes the Silvermine Waterfall and Mine which can make for added bit of sightseeing along the way. Eventually, you reach a trail intersection with the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail. There are a couple rest spots in the area including a pavilion back down the trail a bit as well as a covered seating spot at the trail intersection.
From the trail intersection, you simply turn east and make your way along the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail, along an exposed ridge line with nice views of the surrounding hillsides and Discovery Bay as you approach. You will pass Lo Fu Tau summit (465 m) where there are great views of DB, Peng Chau and the sea when sky conditions are clear. Look north and northeast and you can see the airport area of Lantau and Tuen Mun in the distance. Then it is a fairly steady descend down through some natural and rougher trail that is easy to follow.
As you finish the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail near DB, there are a couple ways to walk the rest of the way down into the seaside community. I suggest the southeast route in the direction of DB Plaza or D'Deck and the ferry pier. Here you can have a rest, drink/lunch before grabbing ferry back to Central.
Note: Arriving in and departing from Discovery Bay and Mui Wo is fairly simply. Basically you take the regular ferry services from the Central ferry piers. The Central <> Discovery Bay (DB Ferries) depart from pier 3 while The Central <> Mui Wo (Sun Ferries) use pier 6. Rides are regular and frequent and schedules can be referred through the respective ferry company websites. You can purchase ferry rides by using your Octopus Card just like using local buses or MTR. Otherwise, just purchase ferry tickets at the ticketing offices at the piers just before departing.
Personally, I prefer to start these hikes in the morning at Mui Wo. There are a few breakfast options there and ending the hikes in Discovery Bay is perfect if you find a wider range of rest/lunch venues before making your way back to Central. Otherwise, It is perfectly fine to start the hikes at Discovery Bay ending in Mui Wo if preferred.
The first route (approx 6.5 km) is a fairly easy trail. From Mui Wo, it starts at the eastern end of Silvermine Bay Beach, making way eastwards, up and through hillsides, passing the Lady of Joy Abbey (Trappist Haven Monastery) before reaching the coast. There it turns north, following the coast through Nim Shue Wan until reaching Discovery Bay.
There is a quick splinter route just west of the monastery that leads to a pavilion viewpoint. This is well worth finding as you can get a great look at the sea and Peng Chau Island. It is a good half way rest stop as well. Or you can take your rest at the lovely monastery garden area just a few minutes away. Note that the trail between Mui Wo and the monastery is mostly exposed. However, you then enters quite a bit of forested hillside which is heavily shaded until reaching the coast.
The second route (approx 9 km) is longer and considerably more requiring. It includes steeper ascends/descends and much less shaded sections. From Mui Wo, it heads north by way of the old Tung Mui Ancient Trail (now referred to as Olympic Trail). There are fine views of Mui Wo and the sea as you ascend and reach higher elevation points. It passes the Silvermine Waterfall and Mine which can make for added bit of sightseeing along the way. Eventually, you reach a trail intersection with the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail. There are a couple rest spots in the area including a pavilion back down the trail a bit as well as a covered seating spot at the trail intersection.
From the trail intersection, you simply turn east and make your way along the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail, along an exposed ridge line with nice views of the surrounding hillsides and Discovery Bay as you approach. You will pass Lo Fu Tau summit (465 m) where there are great views of DB, Peng Chau and the sea when sky conditions are clear. Look north and northeast and you can see the airport area of Lantau and Tuen Mun in the distance. Then it is a fairly steady descend down through some natural and rougher trail that is easy to follow.
As you finish the Lo Fu Tau Country Trail near DB, there are a couple ways to walk the rest of the way down into the seaside community. I suggest the southeast route in the direction of DB Plaza or D'Deck and the ferry pier. Here you can have a rest, drink/lunch before grabbing ferry back to Central.
Written 18 October 2022
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DavePak
Chepstow, UK29 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Cool sight and amazing views. But the inside is a little underwhelming. Be sure to have done some hiking practice before taking the 1000 steps as a lot of people were struggling.
Written 5 April 2022
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Shasha A
Hong Kong, China203 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
We visited Lantau island in October.
Our main destinations were,
Tian Tan buddha
Ngong Ping Village
Wisdom path
Tai O fishery village
Fu Shan View Point
Cheung sha beach
We started our journey as early as possible. We arrived to Tung Chung around 10.30am. From MTR we walked pass through the bus terminal to the other side to take bus 23 to go to Ngong Ping Village. Wisdom path is also located in Ngong ping village. We covered all these areas within like 2hrs and took the bus No 21 to Tai O. Gets down at the last stop and keep walking through the village to and the trail path to Fu shan view point. It was a very sunny day there is no cover on top. We didnt spend much time there and we came to Cheung sha beach. You can take anybus that comes to Tung Chung from Tai O but you have to ask the bus driver to stop the bus to get off and the bech.
Our main destinations were,
Tian Tan buddha
Ngong Ping Village
Wisdom path
Tai O fishery village
Fu Shan View Point
Cheung sha beach
We started our journey as early as possible. We arrived to Tung Chung around 10.30am. From MTR we walked pass through the bus terminal to the other side to take bus 23 to go to Ngong Ping Village. Wisdom path is also located in Ngong ping village. We covered all these areas within like 2hrs and took the bus No 21 to Tai O. Gets down at the last stop and keep walking through the village to and the trail path to Fu shan view point. It was a very sunny day there is no cover on top. We didnt spend much time there and we came to Cheung sha beach. You can take anybus that comes to Tung Chung from Tai O but you have to ask the bus driver to stop the bus to get off and the bech.
Written 8 November 2021
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Shasha A
Hong Kong, China203 contributions
Feb 2021 • Solo
It was a steep hike, need lot of energy. Not recommended for a first time hiker. I reached the summit in 2hrs. (Without any support, but better you take your hiking stick unless you are experienced and seasoned with wasting energy)
On the summit you can find the camping chalets, which you can book in advanced.
It was a scenic hike with the views of all the sides of Hong Kong.
On top You can visit Heaven's Lake and RMs rock.
On the summit you can find the camping chalets, which you can book in advanced.
It was a scenic hike with the views of all the sides of Hong Kong.
On top You can visit Heaven's Lake and RMs rock.
Written 6 March 2021
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China158,718 contributions
Jan 2021
Lantau Island is the largest of Hong Kong's more than 250 islands. It is located to the west of Hong Kong Island and is almost twice its size at nearly 147 sq. kilometres. The island is mostly protected country park and rural lands and is considered a major 'green lung' of Hong Kong. It is also the location of Hong Kong International Airport and several major sightseeing venues and locations.
Lantau is where you will find Hong Kong Disneyland, the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Village and Giant Buddha. The island is also home to numerous historical fishing villages, most notably Tai O which is west of the town of Tung Chung. This is a neat heritage location and place to view the rare pink dolphins which reside in the coastal waters nearby.
The island is also known for its beaches, particularly at the village of Mui Wo as well as the long and beautiful stretches of sandy shores at Cheung Sha. There are two country parks, Lantau North and Lantau South which protect nearly half of the island, encompassing numerous peaks, valleys, woodlands, coastline and HK's largest reservoir. The island also hosts some of Hong Kong's most popular hiking spots including the famous Sunset Peak Trail and the it 70-km Lantau Trail.
While travel around Lantau Island is quite limited compared to Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula, there is regular and frequent transportation to the island by way of MTR, Airport Express, public buses as well as ferries to the village of Mui Wo in the south. There are limited accommodation options on Lantau with a few properties available at Mui Wo, Tai O and Tung Chung being the most accessible. You'll find restaurants, supermarkets, convenient stores and basic services such as banks and cash points at Mui Wo, Tung Chung and the Ngong Ping 360 Village and casual eateries and stores in other villages around the island in areas frequented by tourists.
Lantau is where you will find Hong Kong Disneyland, the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Village and Giant Buddha. The island is also home to numerous historical fishing villages, most notably Tai O which is west of the town of Tung Chung. This is a neat heritage location and place to view the rare pink dolphins which reside in the coastal waters nearby.
The island is also known for its beaches, particularly at the village of Mui Wo as well as the long and beautiful stretches of sandy shores at Cheung Sha. There are two country parks, Lantau North and Lantau South which protect nearly half of the island, encompassing numerous peaks, valleys, woodlands, coastline and HK's largest reservoir. The island also hosts some of Hong Kong's most popular hiking spots including the famous Sunset Peak Trail and the it 70-km Lantau Trail.
While travel around Lantau Island is quite limited compared to Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula, there is regular and frequent transportation to the island by way of MTR, Airport Express, public buses as well as ferries to the village of Mui Wo in the south. There are limited accommodation options on Lantau with a few properties available at Mui Wo, Tai O and Tung Chung being the most accessible. You'll find restaurants, supermarkets, convenient stores and basic services such as banks and cash points at Mui Wo, Tung Chung and the Ngong Ping 360 Village and casual eateries and stores in other villages around the island in areas frequented by tourists.
Written 22 February 2021
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DMP
Cyprus80 contributions
Dec 2019
There's so much to do here. Lantau Peak, Sunset Peak, Big Buddha, Tai O, just to name a few. Definitely worth spending an entire day or weekend exploring.
Written 29 September 2020
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DEEK
Osaka, Japan55 contributions
Sep 2020
Great place to do hiking, we went back there now several times and each time a different trail. Not very difficult, but good exercise.
Written 4 September 2020
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How do I go to city center from airport
Gibbinsp
134 contributions
We arranged a shuttle transfer as we were unfamiliar with the city. Once you get to your destination you find that it is fairly easy to get around.
T_Dang6
Sicklerville, NJ16 contributions
I arrive to HongKong airport at 7am but wont check in hotel until 3pm. I was thinking to go visit the the big Buddha at Lantau island before heading to hotel. Any suggestions on what to do with my luggage? We only travel with a carry on and a back pack each so nothing bulky. Just not sure if we should be bringing it with us ( especially on the cable car). Thanks.
13PP
76 contributions
Hi If time permits it is better to keep luggage at hotel as after reaching Lantau and after cable car you need to walk like 1.5 mile approx and the steps at Big Buddha are stiff. Also 3 to 5 Sept 2019 the cable care is under maintenance.
MissSouthsea
Portsmouth, UK71 contributions
I want to take a ferry to Lantau Island then visit the Buddha followed by a few hours at the beach.
Any suggestions?
Rowena B
Hong Kong, China256 contributions
Cheung Sha beach is a short tide away!
Sanjeev Sharma
Hong Kong, China8 contributions
I went to Big Buddha by cycle and took root of Yat tung estate and then Tung o Ancient Trail, Sha lo wan and went up till buddha. Is this the best & convenient way by biking or other better less tiring way available?
Soko37
Budapest, Hungary4,291 contributions
There are few choices, cable car 🚡, bus 🚌 and Uber or taxi 🚖. All available from Tung Chung bus terminal and metro station 🚉
Tanshuhui
Singapore, Singapore56 contributions
I am planning to head to lantau big Buddha as my in law are interested to go, but problem is I am very afraid of taking Cable car. Is that the only way to head up? Pls help me. We have total 4 pax. Is it better if we hire a private car? Or it's very easy accessible. Planning to do tai o village also. Heading there in April 10
NYfromNC
NC, USA52 contributions
You can go by public bus. They are quite frequent.
mushyAustralia
Melbourne, Australia864 contributions
Hi we are staying in Kowloon in march and was wondering if its easy enough to travel by ourselves to lantau island and the big buddah thankyou.
69perry
Birmingham145 contributions
You can go by Ferry very easy and when at Lantau catch the bus direct to Big Buddha and cable car or you can get the cable car at the other end on Hong Kong island
Good day! we are planning to go to Ngong ping and ride the cable car to see the big Buddah. We are travelling with kids and plan to go back to our hotel (Hotel Sav) via bus. are there any attractions we can pass by on our way back to the hotel?
Alan M
Palmerston North, New Zealand246 contributions
Take a ride down to Tai O fishing village. Well worth a look. Also Triple Lanterns Cafe.
CiaraRice
Birr, Ireland7 contributions
Hi! I have a layover in Hong Kong for 10 hours. I am hoping to get the cable car from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping to the Big Buddha, then on to Tai O. However I am just wondering what transport you can then get from Tai O back to Tung Chung? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Eric G
Perth141 contributions
I don't know that it will be easy to do too much with a short layover. Probably just around Lantau island is safer
Bryony H
1 contribution
How much does it cost to get to Lantau island? How many hours would you recommend staying there and how much money would you recommend bringing?
Thank you
Bryony H
1 contribution
How much does it cost to get to Lantau island? How many hours would you recommend staying there and how much money would you recommend bringing?
Thank you
Sush76
Pune, India290 contributions
It would cost you approximately 300HKD per person for round trip in a standard cabin. There are other options of choosing what type of cable car you want to opt for.
It would be good if you can atleast spend 4-5hrs there, so that you can visit all places without any hurry.
Carrying money is completely dependent on you. Because there are lot of shops, restaurants on top and if you are a shopaholic or foodie, its better to carry some extra cash. However most of them accept all types of credit cards & Forex cards.
Have a great time there !
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- We recommend booking Lantau island tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 6 Lantau island tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Lantau island:
- Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Ticket on Lantau Island (From HK$163.54)
- Hong Kong Travel Pass Combo: MTR Pass, Ngong Ping Cable Car and Big Buddha Tour (From HK$541.76)
- Full-Day Private Tour of Lantau Island including Big Buddha and Tai O (From HK$2,447.56)
- Lantau Island Private Customized Walking Tour with English speaking guide (From HK$3,632.35)
- Lantau Peak Sunrise Climb (From HK$11,050.90)
- Hotels near Lantau island:
- (5.07 km) Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel
- (4.15 km) The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery
- (4.44 km) Novotel Citygate Hong Kong
- (1.19 km) YHA Ngong Ping SG Davis Youth Hostel
- (6.91 km) Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel
- Restaurants near Lantau island:
- (1.16 km) Po Lin Monastery Vegetarian Restaurant
- (1.20 km) Zen Noodle Cafe
- (5.87 km) The Pier - Cathay Pacific Lounge
- (1.17 km) Linong Tea
- (1.17 km) Starbucks Lantau
- Attractions near Lantau island:
- (1.16 km) Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
- (0.90 km) Po Lin (Precious Lotus) Monastery
- (6.33 km) Airport Express
- (1.12 km) Wisdom Path
- (2.20 km) Lantau Trail