Taiwan · Trekking

3-Day Taroko Gorge Trekking Tour from Taipei with Jingpo Tribe

3 Days Round trip from Taipei Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek along Taroko Gorge's scenic trails and striking canyon landscapes
  • 02 Admire Ching-Shui Cliff rising 1000 metres straight from the Pacific Ocean
  • 03 Meet the Jingpo people through traditional rafting, archery, fishing, and bracelet-making
  • 04 Taste tribal delicacies at Hualien Night Market, Taiwan's only aborigine-themed night market
  • 05 Explore Chinese folklife and craftsmanship at the National Center of Traditional Arts
  • 06 Sip world-famous fragrant whisky at the Kavalan Whisky Distillery

Experience the nature and culture of Taroko Gorge like never before on this three-day journey from Taipei. Trek along Taroko's scenic trails to admire breathtaking canyon landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and striking geological formations shaped by the Philippine Plate and Eurasian Plate. Meet the Jingpo aboriginal tribe for an insight into their ways of living through traditional rafting, fishing, archery, craftsmanship, and culinary arts. Round out the experience with tribal delicacies at the Hualien Night Market and a whisky tasting at the Kavalan Whisky Distillery.

Trek along Taroko's scenic trails to admire breathtaking canyon landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and striking geological formations shaped by the Philippine Plate and Eurasian Plate.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Hualien, Taipei, Taroko National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Taipei to Taroko Gorge Trails

  • Meet your tour guide at a pre-decided location in Taipei and make your way to Taroko.

  • Visit Ching-Shui Cliff, a 1000-metre-tall cliff that rises straight up from the Pacific Ocean.

  • Trek along the Shakadang Trail. See crystal-clear water on the riverbed and hear the murmur of the creek echoing through the valley.

  • Hike on the Baiyang Trail along the river. Behold the river surging through the canyon and later gently flowing down the mountain. At the end of the trail, see the Cave of Water Curtain.

  • Walk along the Yanzihkou Trail and observe the potholes eroded by the river.

  • Trek on the Jiuqudong Trail. Discover geological formations with the help of your guide and see how Taiwan was formed by the consistent squeezing of the Philippine Plate and Eurasian Plate.

2
Day 02

Shitaiping Coast, Jingpo Tribe and Hualien Night Market

  • Make your way to Shitaiping and admire the various geological formations created by the raging wind and sea. Behold colourful fish swimming around the coral reef.

  • Interact with the Jingpo Tribe as you sail on a traditional raft. Watch their archery, learn their fishing styles, and try your hand at making a traditional bracelet.

  • Visit the Hualien Night Market, the only aborigine-themed night market in Taiwan, and taste traditional tribal foods and drinks. Enjoy local performances in the night market as you stroll by.

3
Day 03

Traditional Arts and Kavalan Whisky Distillery

  • Visit the National Center of Traditional Arts and explore Chinese folklife and craftsmanship.

  • Make your way to the Kavalan Whisky Distillery, well known for its world-famous fragrant whisky, which you will get to taste. Learn how whisky is made and processed.

  • Return to Taipei.

Taroko Gorge, Ching-Shui Cliff, Shakadang Trail, Kavalan Whisky Distillery

Where this trip takes you

Taroko Gorge, Ching-Shui Cliff, Shakadang Trail, Kavalan Whisky Distillery

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Taipei 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch x 3

  • 2 nights' accommodation (4-star or same level)

  • Private transportation

  • English-speaking Taiwanese guide

  • Admission fee for the National Center of Traditional Arts

  • Fee for the tribal experience

  • Traveller's insurance

  • Fuel surcharge

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Know before you go

  • Travellers may cancel up to 7 days before the experience start date to receive a full refund, and between 3-6 days before the start date to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given after that time period.

  • We reserve the right to cancel a traveller's booking for a full refund in case of bad weather.

  • Some trails in Taroko may be closed for reconstruction. In such a situation, the guide may change your itinerary.

  • Book at least 14 days in advance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Taipei, Taiwan
Tour start
Taipei, Taiwan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Taipei.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $450.00 — $1,500.00
Double Sharing $450.00 — $820.00

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