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.
Lantau Peak at a Glance#
About Lantau Peak#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| February | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 52 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.3h |
| March | Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 80 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 17° - 22° | 20° | 179 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 20° - 25° | 23° | 302 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Good | 22° - 27° | 25° | 335 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Very Good | 23° - 28° | 26° | 285 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| August | Very Good | 23° - 28° | 25° | 349 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.8h |
| September | Very Good | 22° - 27° | 24° | 227 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 19° - 25° | 22° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 21° | 18° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| December | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
