1. Ngong Ping Meditation Trail
The Ngong Ping Meditation Trail combines Buddhist culture with the beauty of nature, passing through places like Po Lin Monastery, Tian Tan Buddha, and the Heart Sutra Forest, allowing hikers to experience serenity while enjoying the scenic beauty of Lantau Island. Along the way, you can also enjoy distant views of Chek Lap Kok Airport and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, making it a route that blends culture and nature seamlessly.
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: Approximately 14 kilometers
• Time: Around 5.5 hours
• Highlights: Po Lin Monastery, Tian Tan Buddha, Heart Sutra Forest, Stone Wall Reservoir, Ancient Stone Carvings
• Route: Po Lin Monastery ➡ Tian Tan Buddha ➡ Heart Sutra Forest ➡ Stone Wall Reservoir
• Transportation: Take the cable car from Tung Chung MTR Station to Ngong Ping Cable Car Terminal, or take bus 23 to Ngong Ping Village Market.