Lantau Peak
Mountain Second-highest peak in Hong Kong, popular hike
Lantau Peak on Lantau Island rises above Ngong Ping; hikers aim for sunrise climbs via the Lantau Trail to catch wide views of the South China Sea and volcanic ridgelines.
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Lantau Peak is a prominent mountain on Lantau Island in Hong Kong with an elevation of 934 metres, making it the territory’s second-highest summit. It forms a distinctive high ridge on the eastern side of Lantau Island and is part of the island’s protected country parkland.
Trails to the summit are popular with hikers, especially for sunrise views; the route is steep in sections and passes through exposed rocky terrain and grassland. The peak is often combined with other sections of the Lantau Trail for multi-stage hikes and is a noted vantage point for views across the South China Sea and of the Hong Kong International Airport area.
The mountain is within Lantau’s protected areas and is managed for both conservation and recreation, with marked trails and mountain access points from nearby villages and country-park entrances.
Lantau Peak sits on Lantau Island in the Islands District and is accessible from villages such as Ngong Ping and Mui Wo by public transport and trailheads; the island lies to the southwest of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
- Elevation and sunrise: The summit at 934 metres provides a well-known sunrise viewpoint and is the second-highest peak in Hong Kong.
How to Get to Lantau Peak #
Lantau Peak is reached from Ngong Ping on Lantau Island. Take the MTR to Tung Chung, then bus 23 or the Ngong Ping cable car to Ngong Ping Village and follow the marked Lantau Trail sections to the summit. The hike is steep and takes several hours depending on route.
Tips for Visiting Lantau Peak #
- Hike to Lantau Peak for sunrise; the view over South China Sea and Victoria is rewarding.
- Start the climb from Ngong Ping or follow the Lantau Trail section 3 for a longer route.
- Avoid busy weekends if seeking solitude; the cable car area around Ngong Ping draws heavy crowds.
Best Time to Visit Lantau Peak #
Autumn and winter are the best seasons for clear air and comfortable hikes; avoid the typhoon season in late summer.
Weather & Climate near Lantau Peak #
Lantau Peak's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2013 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 27 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (302 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 26°C). Heavy rain (335 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 26°C). Heavy rain (285 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 26°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (349 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (227 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
