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A-Lang-Yi Ancient Trail
📍 Xuhai
🥾 Hiking & Cycling8.4km moderate 4-5 hour coastal hike with 200m elevation gain. This historic trail follows the last stretch of Taiwan's coastline without a highway, traversing rocky beaches and steep cliff paths. Permits must be applied for 8-30 days in advance via the Pingtung County Government website. Rental equipment is not standard for this trail, but guided tours are mandatory.
Baishawan (White Sand Bay)
📍 Hengchun Township
⛱ BeachA stunning white-sand beach famous for its clear turquoise waters and as a filming location for international films like Life of Pi.
Eluanbi Lighthouse
📍 Hengchun Township
🏛 LandmarkTaiwan's iconic southernmost lighthouse set in a sprawling coastal park with scenic trails and panoramic Pacific Ocean views.
Hengchun Old Town (Ancient City Walls)
📍 Hengchun
🏘 Town / VillageOne of the best-preserved walled cities in Taiwan, featuring four original gates and walkable ramparts that offer a glimpse into Qing Dynasty history.
Hengchun Old Town South Gate
📍 Hengchun
🏛 LandmarkOne of the best-preserved traditional city gates in Taiwan, representing the historical gateway to the southern frontier.
Hengchun Peninsula Cycling Loop (Route 26)
📍 Hengchun
🥾 Hiking & Cycling100km challenging 1-2 day road cycling route with approximately 800m elevation gain. The route circles the southern tip of Taiwan, passing Eluanbi Lighthouse, Jialeshui, and the scenic Highway 200. High winds can make this route difficult. Bike rental: Giant Bicycles Hengchun Store (giant-bicycles.com/tw).
Kenting National Forest Recreation Area
📍 Hengchun Township
🌿 GardenA world-class tropical botanical garden featuring rare plant species, ancient coral reef formations, and a panoramic observation tower overlooking the southern tip of Taiwan.
Longpan Park
📍 Hengchun Township
⛱ BeachA dramatic coastal plateau featuring red-soil cliffs, vast grasslands, and breathtaking views of the rugged Pacific coastline.
National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium
📍 Checheng Township
🐠 AquariumTaiwan's largest marine facility features massive underwater tunnels, a giant kelp forest, and diverse exhibits ranging from tropical coral reefs to polar environments.
Provincial Highway 26 (Ping-e Coastal Highway)
📍 Fenggang (Fangshan Township)
🚗 Road Trip93.5km paved coastal artery (3-4 hours) circling the Hengchun Peninsula. Highlights include the white sands of Nanwan, the iconic Sail Rock, Eluanbi Lighthouse, and the dramatic wind-swept cliffs of Longpan Park overlooking the Pacific.
Sichongxi Public Bathhouse
📍 Checheng Township
♨ Hot Spring50°C-60°C clear, alkaline sodium bicarbonate water. One of Taiwan's four famous historic hot springs from the Japanese colonial era, featuring separate indoor male and female public baths and a nearby hot spring park with foot soaking pools.
Nanren Lake Ecological Trail
📍 Manzhou Township
🥾 Hiking & Cycling8.6km easy-to-moderate 3-hour out-and-back hike with 100m elevation gain. Located within a highly protected ecological reserve, the trail leads through a lush tropical rainforest to a secluded freshwater lake. Daily visitor quotas apply and online reservation through the Kenting National Park website is required.
Paradise of Deer (Lujing Sika Deer Ecological Park)
📍 Hengchun Township
🐄 FarmKnown as the Nara of Taiwan, this park allows families to feed and pet friendly sika deer in a clean, well-designed environment.
Checheng Fuan Temple
📍 Checheng
🏘 Town / VillageThe largest Earth God (Tudigong) temple in Taiwan, featuring stunning multi-story architecture and a rich cultural atmosphere during religious festivals.
Chuanfanshi (Sail Rock)
📍 Hengchun Township
⛱ BeachA striking coral rock formation resembling a sailing ship that stands as a major landmark along Kenting's scenic coastal drive.
County Road 200 (Manzhou Scenic Route)
📍 Hengchun Township
🚗 Road Trip25km paved rural road offering a quieter alternative to the main tourist coast. Features rolling hills, the scenic Manzhou pastures, and the Gangkou Suspension Bridge, eventually connecting via County Road 200A to the rugged east coast at Jialeshui.
Maobitou Park
📍 Hengchun
🌲 NatureNamed for a rock formation resembling a crouching cat, this park offers striking views of the Bashi Channel and Taiwan Strait.
Sheding Nature Park
📍 Hengchun
🌲 NatureA lush nature reserve featuring coral reefs uplifted by tectonic activity, creating unique caves, canyons, and diverse wildlife habitats.
A-Shin Choco Farm
📍 Hengchun Township
🐄 FarmAn interactive eco-farm focusing on cacao production where children can participate in DIY chocolate workshops and interact with deer.
Jialeshui Scenic Area
📍 Manzhou Township
⛱ BeachA coastal park renowned for its unique geological formations carved by sea erosion and its rugged, picturesque Pacific shoreline.
Kenting National Park Visitor Center
📍 Hengchun
🔬 ScienceAn educational discovery center offering detailed exhibits on the unique geology, coral reef evolution, and diverse wildlife of the peninsula.
Kenting Night Market
📍 Hengchun
🏛 LandmarkAn iconic urban attraction featuring a vibrant stretch of street food vendors, games, and shops that comes alive every evening.
Paradise of Deer (Lujing)
📍 Hengchun Township
🦁 ZooOften called the Nara of Taiwan, this park allows families to feed and interact closely with friendly, rescued Sika deer in a clean and well-maintained environment.
Sheding Nature Park Trail
📍 Hengchun
🥾 Hiking & Cycling2.6km easy 1.5-2 hour loop with 150m elevation gain. This trail is famous for its unique geological formations, including narrow limestone canyons known as 'The Split Rock' and coral reef caves. It offers panoramic views of the Bashi Channel and Eluanbi. No special equipment is needed for this well-maintained path.
Xuhai Hot Spring
📍 Mudan Township
♨ Hot Spring45°C natural sodium bicarbonate spring water. A standalone public facility featuring indoor pools, outdoor foot baths, and wooden pavilions. Known for its remote location where the mountains meet the Pacific coast and its high-quality mineral content.
