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Ngong Ping, with only the Po Lin Monastery located before the Tian Tan Giant Buddha was built, could only be reached by bus travelling to and from Tai O. However in 1993 after the construction of the world’s largest bronze Giant seated Buddha, many locals and foreign visitors have traveled here. Moreover, since the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car System connecting Tung Chung started operation in 2006, Ngong Ping has become a must see attraction for tourists. Recently in Ngong Ping, a number of scenery spots are included such as Ngong Ping village and the Wisdom Path.
(Last updated: 4/1/2022)
Traffic
The most convenient way for visitors to travel to Ngong Ping is by taking the Kwoon Chung Inclusive weekend recreational rehabus service from designated bus stops or Ngong Ping 360 cable car at Tung Chung town center or by taking the New Lantao Bus No. 23. However, since the New Lantao Bus No. 23 does not have low floor facilities, it is better for wheelchair users to choose the Ngong Ping 360 cable car or Kwoon Chung Inclusive weekend recreational rehabus service. There are also buses from Mui Wo or Tai O to Ngong Ping, which are also without ‘low floor facilities’.
MTR
Tung Chung Station Exit A taking Kwoon Chung Inclusive rehabus
Tung Chung Station Exit B taking the New Lantao Bus or the Ngong Ping 360
New Lantao Bus
Route No. |
Origin to and from Destination |
23 |
Tung Chung Town Center <-> Ngong Ping |
2 |
Mui Wo Ferry Pier <-> Ngong Ping |
21 |
Tai O <-> Ngong Ping |
Above routos do not have low floor facilities bus services
Time table and route map: www.newlantaobus.com/route
Tour route of Kwoon Chung Inclusive weekend recreational rehabus service*
Service on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays
Route and the pick-up and drop-off station
1. Kowloon Tong Station exit D (next to Yew Chung International School of Hong Kong)
2. Mei Foo Station exit C1 (opposite of Lithi Park, behind G.M.B. Cab Station 81K)
3. Tung Chung Station Exit A (behind the downtown taxi station)
4. Tian Tan Giant Buddha Statue
5. Tai O Bus Terminus
*An appointment is needed to make before using the service. Please refer to the company's website www.kcis.com.hk or call 2979 8777 for the shift and reservation method (service hours are 9:00 am - 6:00 pm from Monday to Sunday)
Ngong Ping 360
Once wheelchair users arrive at Tung Chung MTR station, proceed to Exit A with access ramp towards the direction of Tung Chung Post Office. After crossing the road, the lift leading to the cable car terminus ticket office could be seen. Inside the terminus, access ramp is provided for wheelchair users to reach the ticket office, accessory shops and boarding area, and accessible toilets are also provided. While the cable car moves stably for the 25 minutes ride, visitors can enjoy the panoramic scenery of the Hong Kong International Airport and Tung Chung area. Recently there is also the Crystal Cabin provided for the choice of passengers.
Short comments: The passages and boarding position inside the cable car terminus are convenient for wheelchair users, while staffs would provide assistance for the boarding and alighting of wheelchair users. However, it could be crowded during holidays when there are more tourists.
The Ngong Ping village
When visitors arrive at Ngong Ping Cable Car Terminal, exit and Ngong Ping Village could be seen. There are various shops selling special souvenirs and foods, most are with spacious inner area and without steps at the entrance. Besides, there are also several exhibition halls such as ‘Walking with Buddha’, ‘Monkey Tail’s Theatre’, and ‘The Ngong Ping Nature Centre’ which is free for visit introducing the ecological environment of Ngong Ping area.
Address: Ngong Ping Road, Ngong Ping, Lantau Island
The Po Lin Monastery, Tian Tan Giant Buddha Statue
After leaving the Ngong Ping Village, pass the bus terminus will reach the Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Giant Buddha statue. The Tian Tan Giant Buddha Statue is the largest bronze seating Buddha in the world built by Po Lin Monastry in 1970. Situated on the Muk Yue Peak, the Statue is made of bronze with a weight of about 250 tons and a height of 34 m. The Base of the Buddha is an exhibition hall where the Sarira (in Sanskrit meaning Buddhist relics) of Lord Shakyamuni from Indiais worshipped. Because Tian Tan Giant Buddha is located at the top of the mountain, visitors have to climb up several hundreds of steps to reach the base of the Statue. It is suggested that wheelchair users can visit various temples of the monastery, of which some are having an even entrance, while some large temple like Main Shrine Hall of Buddha (the Hall of Great Hero) located at higher level are having entrance with steps. Inside the temple is a vegetarian restaurant which visitors have to buy coupons at the ticket office near the Buddha Statue before being served.
Short comments: Although the Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Giant Buddha Statue are popular tourist spot, due to design problem, there is usually long flight of steps before the entrance. This makes many disabled persons and elderly can only “tour” from far away.
Address: Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping Road
The Wisdom Path (The Heart Sutra Inscription)
After leaving the Po Lin Monastery, visitors can go along a small path near the Giant Buddha to reach the Wisdom Path in about twenty minutes. The Wisdom Path is the world’s largest outdoor wood crafted sutra-series, formed by 38 wooden pillars inscribed with Maha-Prajna-paramita-hydaya-sutra, the Heart Sutra. Since the Path is built along the mountain, visitors have to go up steps to tour the whole sutra-series. Next to the Wisdom Path is the ‘Sunrise On Lantau Trail’ leading to the Lantau Peak. However, the path is very steep and narrow that disabled persons need to take great care.
Short comments: Roads leading to the Wisdom Path are broad and level that wheelchair users can go along at ease. While inside the Po Lin Monastery is a bit short of accessible toilets, visitors may choose the one before entering the path leading to the Wisdom Path or that outside the bus stop.
Ngong Ping 360 - Fee
Fee Table |
Standard Trip |
Crystal Cabin |
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Adult |
Child |
Senior |
Adult |
Child |
Senior |
|
Ngong Ping 360 Round Trip |
$235 |
$110 |
$155 |
$315 |
$190 |
$235 |
Ngong Ping 360 Single Trip |
$160 |
$75 |
$105 |
$215 |
$135 |
$160 |
Round Trip (Tung Chung to Ngong Ping is crystal and Ngong Ping to Tung Chung is standard) |
$290 |
$165 | $210 |
Ngong Ping 360 - Opening Hours and Maintenance Day
Ngong Ping 360 has scheduled servicing day for maintenance with cable car services closed while the Ngong Ping Village remains open as normal. Visitors may enquire in details before set off by telephone at 3666 0606.
Opening hours:
Weekdays | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm |
Weekends and Public Holidays | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm |
Tel: 3666 0606
Website: www.np360.com.hk
Ngong Ping 360 - washrooms for the disabled
Ngong Ping 360 provides six washrooms for the disabled. They are located at the boarding area at the Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal, the boarding area of Ngong Ping Cable Car Terminal, as well as the ground floor and the first floor of the Village Square, the Country Market and the First Aid Room at Ngong Ping Village.
Parking Spaces Designated for the Disabled
Tung Chung Station | Hing Tung Street near Tung Chung Station, Tung Chung x2 | ||
Fu Tung Street, Tung Chung x1 | |||
The Ngong Ping village* | Ngong Ping Public Transport Interchange Carpark, Lantau x1 |
*Motorists driving to south Lantau and Ngong Ping should apply for “Lantau Closed Road Permit” in advance. Further information is provided on GovHK (www.gov.hk).
Website: https://www.gov.hk/en/residents/transport/roadandtraffic/lantaupermit.htm