Lantau Travel Guide
The largest of Hong Kong's Outlying Islands, pretty Lantau has plenty of tourist attractions and entertainment options as well as a wealth of restaurants and accommodation options.
- What is It?
- One of the largest and most beautiful islands surrounding Hong Kong Island.
- When to Go
- From March to May when the weather is warm and dry.
- Nearest Town
- Chek Lap Kok Island, a 10-minute taxi ride away.
- Don't Miss
- no trip to Lantau would be complete without visiting Disneyland.
- Trivia
- the Tian Tan Buddha weighs more than 250 tones and measures 34 meters, making it the world's largest seated outdoor bronze Buddha statue.
The beaches of Lantau are known to be among the best in this area, and there are plenty of stretches of sand to choose from. The cool, clear water is perfect for swimming and a number of water sports such as diving, kayaking and sailing. Found on the south side of Lantau, Discovery Bay is a great place to stay for those who like luxury and Western style bars and restaurants.
The northern part of Lantau contains a number of small villages, while the most attractive beaches can be found on the western and southern coasts. Despite its appeal and size, Lantau is significantly less developed than Hong Kong Island, making this an ideal tropical getaway.
Of course, the main attraction here has to be Hong Kong Disneyland, which fist opened in 2005. However, there are plenty of other interesting things to see and do such as the enormous Tian Tan Buddha statue, Po Lin Monastery and traditional fishing village of Tai O.
Travel to Lantau - Getting There
Lantau Island is connected to Hong Kong International Airport by two short bridges. It is possible to take a taxi straight from Hong Kong International Airport, which is located on Chek Lap Kok Island, to most parts of Lantau in about 10 minutes or so. It is also possible to walk between the two islands or catch a bus (15 minutes).
