Taiwan hiking

At the heart of the Yangmingshan National Park, renowned for the richness of its spring flora and alpine landscapes, you explore the active fumaroles, the verdant hills of Qingtiangang and the Zhuzihu valley. The adventure continues with the ascent of Qixingshan peak (1,120 m).

You have arrived at the Beitou Valley, renowned for its beneficial hot spring waters. A relaxing one-hour break in a public bath concludes the day.

The hike of Mount Teapot consists of a spectacular trail winding between rocky ridges and spectacular viewpoints over the ocean. By crossing these steep reliefs, you discover the mining history and unique geology of the area.

The hike ends in Jiufen, a mountain town famous for its sloped alleyways, its red lanterns and its colorful market brimming with local specialties.

Overnight stay in a guesthouse.

The day is devoted to exploring the Qingquan trail, a sector renowned for its hot springs, its wild waterfalls and its impressive suspension bridges overlooking the Shangping River. It is also a privileged place of exchange to learn about the heritage of local indigenous communities.

At the end of this day, you reach the Guanwu villa, in the heart of the park.

Night in the heart of the park, at the Guanwu villa.

A beautiful hiking trail awaits you on the Guanwu trails, within the Zhenshan recreational area. This accessible hike winds through a preserved forest and opens onto a viewpoint offering a stunning panorama of the Snow-capped Mountains range and the sacred ridge of Dabajianshan.

Overnight stay at the same high-altitude accommodation.

Full immersion day departing from the Tai'An area. You travel along a preserved ancient forest trail, highly prized by lovers of wide open spaces and camping.

The itinerary offers a peaceful break amid the tall trees and wooded ridges of Miaoli County.

Night at Guanwu villa.

Morning walk along the Kuaishan trail, where the path follows the route of an ancient forest railway under the gaze of thousand-year-old cypress trees.

After this green interlude, you head towards the Alishan massif.

Check-in late afternoon at a guesthouse nestled among tea fields.

Departure from the shores of Lake Jiemei to climb Mount Tashan. The ascent through the cypress forest opens onto a spectacular view embracing the peaks of Mount Jade and the central range.

As evening falls, return to the guesthouse to admire the sunset over the sea of clouds.

A day at a more leisurely pace to recover from previous climbs. You stroll at your own rhythm on the trails lined with tea and cherry trees surrounding the area, enjoying the mystical mists that envelop the valleys.

Night in a guesthouse.

The itinerary gradually rises along the Qianfeng trail, in the heart of a steep terrain connecting the eleven peaks of this mythical mountain range.

Arrival at the end of the day at Paiyun shelter for the night.

Depart before dawn to reach the ultimate summit of Jade Mountain by crossing the Lulin ridge.

After admiring the first rays of sun from the highest peak of the island, you begin the long descent towards the valley to find your vehicle.

You return to your accommodation in Alishan.

This morning you trek along an ancient Tsou indigenous hunting trail, reused during the Japanese era for timber transport. The walk alternates between abandoned rails beneath cedars and lush deciduous forests.

The ascent of Jin Gan Shu mountain immerses you in dense and majestic fir forests. This emblematic route in the Xitou region offers a spectacular traverse beneath the forest canopy to the poetic Forget-me-not Forest.

Night in Shanlinxi.

Demanding hike along the ridgeline of Phoenix Mountain, often draped in fine mist. The trail winds above the valleys offering unique perspectives on the region's terrain.

Ultimate physical challenge with the ascent of the Shuishe trail. This demanding route crosses a wide variety of ecosystems, from bamboo groves to mixed altitude forests, before rewarding your efforts with an breathtaking panorama over Sun Moon Lake. Then, you descend.