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While organizing my memory card, I found so many photos of Lanyu again. At the time, because I didn't have a scooter license and needed to take photos frequently, I chose to hike around the island. Another piece of information is that you can also rent electric bikes on the island, but the only shop is about 6 km away from the pier, and there aren't many bikes, so you need to contact the owner in advance.
The entire island has two main roads: a 37 km coastal road and a cross-island road that runs east to west. Of course, if you want to go hiking or diving at other attractions, you'll need more time.
The hiking route for the first day was from Kaiyuan Port along the north coast's coastal road to Dongqing Tribe, a distance of 15 km with basically no elevation gain. Since it was already the rainy season, these were the only two places on the island with convenience stores for supplies. Along the way, I met many kind villagers who offered to give me a ride, and some even wanted to give me water.
I think the most beautiful section of the route on Lanyu is this coastal road on the north shore. On one side are rolling green volcanoes, and on the other is the deep blue Pacific Ocean. You'll encounter many goats on the road, just lazily lying on the beach rocks to rest. The island's cemetery is in a nearby cave, and there are signs warning of venomous snakes nearby; I even saw dried, flattened snake skins on the road. I arrived at Dongqing Tribe just in time for sunset and checked into a hostel right next to the Dongqing Police Station.
The route for the second day started in the morning from Dongqing Tribe. I first took the island bus to the Township Office, then hiked from the Township Office to Kaiyuan Port, passing by Lanyu Airport along the way. The scenery in the west is more tropical, unlike the grassy volcanoes in the north. After resting for a while at Kaiyuan Port, I continued by taking the island bus back to Yeyin Tribe. The path from Yeyin Tribe to the Weather Station is the most convenient, requiring only about a 5 km walk. The Weather Station offers a complete panoramic view of the entire island, but the path is quite steep, and I encountered wild boars and hermit crabs along the way.
The route for the third day was to take the island bus from Dongqing Tribe to Qingqing Grassland, then hike in reverse from Qingqing Grassland back to the treatment plant. This section of the route has the most beautiful coastline, and this part of the road is built on a cliff, making it the most thrilling part of the entire island. In the afternoon, I returned to the homestay and caught a ride with my roommate to the pier.
There are only 4 buses per day on the island. They are small black vans, so you need to have exact change ready. They arrive earlier than the scheduled time, so be sure to plan your time in advance.

While organizing my memory card, I found so many photos of Lanyu again. At the time, because I didn't have a scooter license and needed to take photos frequently, I chose to hike around the island. Another piece of information is that you can also rent electric bikes on the island, but the only shop is about 6 km away from the pier, and there aren't many bikes, so you need to contact the owner in advance. The entire island has two main roads: a 37 km coastal road and a cross-island road that runs east to west. Of course, if you want to go hiking or diving at other attractions, you'll need more time. The hiking route for the first day was from Kaiyuan Port along the north coast's coastal road to Dongqing Tribe, a distance of 15 km with basically no elevation gain. Since it was already the rainy season, these were the only two places on the island with convenience stores for supplies. Along the way, I met many kind villagers who offered to give me a ride, and some even wanted to give me water. I think the most beautiful section of the route on Lanyu is this coastal road on the north shore. On one side are rolling green volcanoes, and on the other is the deep blue Pacific Ocean. You'll encounter many goats on the road, just lazily lying on the beach rocks to rest. The island's cemetery is in a nearby cave, and there are signs warning of venomous snakes nearby; I even saw dried, flattened snake skins on the road. I arrived at Dongqing Tribe just in time for sunset and checked into a hostel right next to the Dongqing Police Station. The route for the second day started in the morning from Dongqing Tribe. I first took the island bus to the Township Office, then hiked from the Township Office to Kaiyuan Port, passing by Lanyu Airport along the way. The scenery in the west is more tropical, unlike the grassy volcanoes in the north. After resting for a while at Kaiyuan Port, I continued by taking the island bus back to Yeyin Tribe. The path from Yeyin Tribe to the Weather Station is the most convenient, requiring only about a 5 km walk. The Weather Station offers a complete panoramic view of the entire island, but the path is quite steep, and I encountered wild boars and hermit crabs along the way. The route for the third day was to take the island bus from Dongqing Tribe to Qingqing Grassland, then hike in reverse from Qingqing Grassland back to the treatment plant. This section of the route has the most beautiful coastline, and this part of the road is built on a cliff, making it the most thrilling part of the entire island. In the afternoon, I returned to the homestay and caught a ride with my roommate to the pier. There are only 4 buses per day on the island. They are small black vans, so you need to have exact change ready. They arrive earlier than the scheduled time, so be sure to plan your time in advance.

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Jinzun Recreation Area.

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Shuanglang Jinxiangyuan Yinyu Seaview Homestay: A Window to the Blue Sea, A Night of Sweet Dreams🫧

Shuanglang Jinxiangyuan Yinyu Seaview Homestay: A Window to the Blue Sea, A Night of Sweet Dreams🫧

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Poetry of the sea and the warm sun | Guide to the healing journey of Taiwan's Green Island

Poetry of the sea and the warm sun | Guide to the healing journey of Taiwan's Green Island

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Recommended pet-friendly B&B in Taitung / Coconut Wind Drum

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📍Taitung. Jinlun Wild Stream Hot Spring

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PRINCEKEN Café | Making you feel like you're drinking coffee abroad

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PRINCEKEN Café | Making you feel like you're drinking coffee abroad

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Taitung: FAQ

What's the most popular attractions in Taitung?

Here are the best places to visit in Taitung, including: Green Island,Brown Boulevard,Sanxiantai

Any recommended attractions about nature scenery in Taitung?

I recommended Orchid Island, Xiaoyeliu, Chulu Ranch, Taitung Forest Park, Jialulan Recreation Area.

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Yeyin Cold Spring, Orchid Island – A Hidden Coastal Cold‑Spring Paradise | Flying‑Fish Snorkeling on Orchid Island – A Magical Ocean Encounter | Kasiboan Bay – A Quiet Hidden Cove on Orchid Island | Double‑Happiness Underground House: Discover Traditional Tao Architecture on Orchid Island | Hongtou Forest Trail: A Healing Tropical Hike on Orchid Island | Jialulan Recreation Area, Taitung: Breathtaking Pacific Sunset Spot | Landi Dive Site on Lanyu Island: An Underrated Underwater Paradise in Eastern Taiwan | Mantou Rock on Lanyu Island: An Underrated Coastal Landmark Blending Geology and Indigenous Myth | Lanen Cultural Park, Lanyu Island: Dive Into Tao Tribe’s Flying‑Fish Culture | Kaiyuan Port, Lanyu Island – The Ferry Gateway That Holds Local Island Life | Dongqing Tribe (Iranmeylek), Lanyu – Pacific Sunrise and Hidden Tide Pool | Langdao (Iraraley) Sea Pool, Orchid Island – Hidden Snorkeling Paradise | Dragon Head Rock｜Spectacular Basalt Wonder on Lanyu’s East Coast, a Lifelike Natural Dragon Head | Green Green Grassland｜Lanyu’s Lush Secret Meadow | Green Island Hidden Gem｜Youzi Lake Bay Surrounded by Blue Seas | Little Great Wall Trail, Green Island | Stunning Sunrise Over the Pacific | Green Island｜Slow‑paced Visit to Oasis Mountain Villa on Green Island | Cute Sika Deer Park On Green Island｜A Hidden Spot in Taitung | Taiwan's Taitung Dulan Sugar Factory Seawall Surf Glow | Taitung's Traditional Delicious Flavors | Rice Noodles Under the Banyan Tree | Experience the breathtaking Mr. Brown Avenue in Chishang, Taitung, where rice fields sway in the breeze. | Taiwan Green Island Huoshao Mountain Mossy Coral Cliff Foresteasytravelpost #GreenIsland #HuoshaoSh | Taiwan Taitung Chihpen Forest Mossy Hot Spring Park Caféeasytravelpost #Chihpen #Taitung #ForestHot | Green Island Natural Wonder | Sleeping Beauty Rock | Lover's Cave | Lanyu’s Most Romantic Natural Sea‑Eroded Arch | Mysterious Sea‑Eroded Caves, Tao Legends and the Symphony of Ocean Waves | Lanyu Weather Station Observation Deck: Hilltop Sunrise Over Orchid Island

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Boat ticket to Lanyu, Taiwan | Taitung Fugang Fishing Harbor and Kenting Houbihu - Lanyu | Ferry combo ticket to Green Island, Taiwan | Fugang Fishing Harbor, Taitung - Nanliao Fishing Harbor, Green Island (includes scooter & shuttle) | Must-experience in Taitung's Green Island: Zhaori Hot Spring admission ticket - enter with e-voucher | Taitung | Hongyegu Green Energy Hot Spring Park | Hot Spring Bathing Combo Ticket | Green island ferries | Round-trip ferry tickets from Taitung Fugang fishing port to Green island | 2-hour diving and snorkeling experience in Green Island, Taitung [Green Island Blue Cave Secret Spot / Sleeping Beauty Ancient Trail + Immortal Stacked Rocks Snorkeling] | 2-hour diving and snorkeling experience in Taitung [Premium Green Island Snorkeling Tour | Includes professional coach, equipment, insurance, underwater photos] | 2-Hour Scuba Diving Experience in Taitung: Green Island Diving Tour|Includes 1-on-1 professional coach, equipment, insurance, and underwater photos | Taitung Orchid Island 2-hour diving experience scuba diving [No certification required | Orchid Island diving experience | Includes professional coach, equipment, insurance, underwater photos] | Ferries to Green Island, Taiwan | Fugang Fishing Harbor, Taitung - Nanliao Fishing Harbor, Green Island | Taitung Travel Photography[Driver and guide + travel photography + wedding photos, aerial photography, micro-film + makeup and clothing + itinerary customization ] | Travel Photoshoot in Taitung[Wedding Photography/Candid Shots, Aerial Shots, Street Photography, Appointment Shoots/Commercial Photography & Videography/Translation] | Travel Photoshoot in Taitung[Custom Wedding Photography & Videography/Aerial Shots & Follow-up Shooting/Micro Films/All Raw Photos Included/One-on-One Service] | [Food Sample Making Experience Cafe] Choose one of two special travel services for food sample making (includes live guide) | Taitung Orchid Island 2-hour diving and snorkeling experience [No certification required | Orchid Island diving experience | Includes professional coach, equipment, insurance, underwater photos] | Taitung Chihpen Century Resort Four Seasons Restaurant Dinner Voucher (No Holiday Surcharge) | Taiwan Taitung | Naruwan Hotel | Pet-friendly stay experience e-ticket | Greater Bay Area charter/express clearance/Hong Kong/Macau cross-border charter via Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge/Hong Kong-Macau border vehicle inspection exemption/mainland border queue-free/cross-border business charter express clearance service | Taiwan Alishan Forest Railway Main Line Ticket Reservation | Kaohsiung Fo Guang Shan + Lotus Pond + Pier-2 Art Center + Sizihwan day tour | buy 1 get 1 free | Xiaoliuqiu | SUP/Canoe Experience (Includes Aerial Photos) | Blue and White Water Club | (Taiwan tour bus) Coral reef island - Xiaoliuqiu one-day tour | Taiwan 5G eSIM | Daily Plan / Total Data Plan | TikTok Accessible | 1–180 Days | Calendar Day Billing | QR Code | Luggage delivery from liuqiu port to homestay in Pingtung | Your luggage arrives | Pingtung Lambai Island introductory diving and scuba diving 2 hours [Lambai Island diving & sea turtle roaming | Liuchien] | Pingtung Xiaoliuqiu | Pingtung Donggang - Xiaoliuqiu Boat Ticket | Blue & White Shipping | Kaohsiung | Choose 1 VR Experience (Horus Sphere/Mech Warrior) | Pier-7 Warehouse · SKM Park Caoya Branch | Kaohsiung Trip Moments[Global Taiwan Taipei Travel Photography Kaohsiung Jiufen Hualien Photographer Wedding Photography Package Travel Photography Portrait Photography Follow-up Shooting] | One-day cultural and ecological tour of Alishan, Chiayi | Departure from Kaohsiung or Tainan | Group tour | Kaohsiung Travel Photography[Wedding photo micro-movie aerial photography/wedding follow-up photography/makeup and clothing/charter tour guide customization]