Hello there !
Sunset Peak is the second highest Peak in Lantau island. It stands at a height of 869 metres above sea level. For a majestic view on the island with an incredible experience above the clouds. There are several ways to reach the peak. One of my favourite is to start from South Lantau Road (Near Nam Shan Barbecue Area and finish in Pak Kung Au on Lantau Road). It is very convenient from Central. You just have to take the Ferry.
How to get to Sunset peak from Mui Wo pier ?
hike from mui wo pier to Pak Kung Au on Lantau Road
From Nam Shan Barbecue area the hike lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes. The path are well maintained. Mostly stairs and natural paths. Perfect weekend exercise, great for cardio and thighs.
- Departure of the hike : Mui Wo Pier
- How to get to Nam Shan Barbecue Area : Walk 15 minutes from Mui wo Pier to the entrance on Lantau Road.
- Arrival : Pak Kung Au on Lantau Road
- Duration : About 2 hours 30 minutes walk
- Kilometers : 10.3 km
- Difficulty : Medium, there's stairs
- Go back home : Bus M3 or 11 to Tung Chung MTR or bus 11 to Mui Wo Pier.
On the way to your destination
Start walking from Mui Wo pier, there is a sidewalk. it is perfectly safe to reach the entrance. You can also take the bus 11.
This is the entrance of the trail in Nam Shan Barbecue area. I usually prefer starting this side since most of the hiker start in Pak Kung Au. It is quite crowded, also the view is beautiful when you go down to Pak Kung Au.
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1 - Sunset peak hike
2 - after the hike reach Cheung Sha Beach or Pui'o Beach
Lunch on the beach ?
After the hike Cheung Sha Beach and Pui’O beach are reachable by bus, both M3 or 11. Count around 10 minutes by bus from Pak Kung Au to Cheung Sha Beach / Pui’O beach.
There’s restaurants, water sport activities available on site.
Tips for your trip :
1 – To be comfortable bring good hiking shoes or sneakers, sun cream, energizer and water.
2 – Get prepared for high steps stairs.
3 – Bring enough cash and your octopus card for transportation and restaurant.
4 – Bring swimming suits and towel if you decide to go to the beach. (Especially in summer)
Enjoy,
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