Difficulty : 4/5
Distance: 4.23 km
From: Pak Kung Au
To: Ngong Ping
Transportation:
- Take NLB No. 3M departing from Tung Chung heading to Mui Wo, alight at Pak Kung Au
- Return by walking for about 1.2 km to Ngong Ping Bus Terminus and take NLB No. 23 back to Tung Chung
Date: 19 Nov 2021
This is the most difficult section of Lantau Trail, with distance post starting from L018 to L026. Beginning at Pak Kung Au, you will start to ascend from the stone steps.
Soon you will be able to see the Lantau Peak in the distance, but there are a number of peaks you have to climb first. The first kilometre is not particularly difficult.
Along the way you will be able to see Cheung Sha and Tong Fuk. The ascend is quite tiring, and there are no shades so sun protection is essential.
After 2 km you will see a split rock, and near the top of the first peak. There are many silver grass and they are right in season to show its golden hues.
The trail becomes rougher on-going, and the surrounding also becomes more misty.
About 2.5 km you will reach South Heaven Gate. Through the gorge you can see Shui Hau Wan in the distance. The gorge is very steep and although there is a small path leading forward, it is best to exercise caution and do not go near.
Now approaching Lantau Peak, the climb becomes more steep especially nearing the peak.
Soon you will reach the 934m Lantau Peak, the highest peak one can climb in HK, as the peak of Tai Mo Shan is restricted for access. There is a temporary refuge for hikers to get some protection from wind and rain, or to wait here to catch the sunrise.
Unfortunately the surrounding is all misty so there is no good view on the day. Beginning the descend, I personally find it more tiring because of the extra caution in coming down.
Arriving at Tsam Chai Au, there is a branch. Going ahead will continue towards Kau Nga Ling, which is a very challenging route no recommended for most hikers. Following the sign to continue to Ngong Ping, through the famous 'Staircase to Sky'.
The descend is in the woods and this section offers good shade, and soon you will see the big Buddha and Ngong Ping Village in the distance.
Nearing the destination the Wisdom Path comes into view, with the wooden poles carving the different chants. Personally the poles feel out of place to the surroundings, and certainly not creating a harmony and peacefulness I would expect. A pretty bad design in my opinion.
The destination is the Ngong Ping flatland, and you can also see the phoenix statue with the Lantau Peak on the background.
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