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Youth Travel Spots in Taiwan
Bailan Indigenous Community, Hsichu Experimental Youth Travel Spot
Bailan Tribe, known as R’uyan in the indigenous language, means "a place where deer gather." Nestled in Wufeng Township of Hsinchu County at an altitude of around 1,500 meters, it is a perfect summer retreat where you can escape the heat and enjoy the cool mountain breeze. Rich in natural resources and surrounded by pristine forests, this area offers an ideal environment for both camping and backcountry adventures. Whether you're new to the outdoors or a seasoned explorer, you'll find your own rhythm here. Beginners can ease into nature through sensory-based activities that invite you to slow down, connect with the forest, rediscover yourself, and simply enjoy the fun and freedom of the wild. For more experienced adventurers, R’uyan is a great base for outdoor education and training—from pitching tents, building fires, and cooking in the wild to learning mountaineering techniques and physical conditioning. Our professional mountain team is here to guide you, whether you're looking for a gentle sensory exploration or rigorous wilderness training. And don’t worry about bringing all the gear—we provide tents and outdoor cooking equipment, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience without the burden of logistics. Just come, and let nature do the rest.
Shifen Youth Travel Spot, New Taipei
Language:Mandarin,English
Jingtong, New Taipei Youth Travel Spots
1. Century-old Jingtong History & Humanities Through cultural walking tours, experience the vibrant lifecycle of this remote village—from its coal-mining glory and decline to its resilient rebirth through local revitalization. 2. Taiwan’s Largest Coal Mining Settlement Heritage Once Taiwan’s largest coal mining hub, Jingtong preserves exceptionally intact industrial structures, including the Shidi Big Slope, Coal Washing Plant, and Japanese-style dormitories. 3. Slag Heap Hiking & Mining Heritage Experience Explore Taiwan’s only slag heap trail, where scattered coal ore creates a unique landscape. It is the premier site for youth to dynamically engage with the historical pulse of mining culture. 4. Ecological Restoration of Jingtong Trees Combining restoration with green tourism, participants join the Jingtong tree recovery effort, mountain cleaning, and organic composting to practice the true meaning of ecological sustainability. 5. Green Tourism x Mining Culture x Local Revitalization Adopting "Green Tourism" as a core strategy, we integrate the DNA of mining heritage with local narratives to collectively explore pathways for cultural sustainability and village rebirth.
Baimiweng Experimental Youth Travel Spot, Keelung
Language: Mandarin/ English Walk into a small village with full of stories, learn about the transformation of a small fishing port into a container terminal, and feeling the change of the Keelung port and Baimiweng fort while eating local Dock lunch at Community. Taibai Village is located in the special mountain topography of Keelung, the village closest to the dock , which include the bridge crane dock operation can be seen at a glance. On the right, we can see the Keelung Lighthouse, which is century-old and a historic site on the top of Keelung City, is open to visitors. You can enjoy the scenery of ships passing by Keelung Port and watch the entry and exit of giant luxury cruise ships. When walking into the secret place of Taibai village, you can walk slowly along the bottom of the hillside towards the Baimiweng Fort. There have charming scenery and a wide field of vision view is waiting for you. A professional tour guide will help you understand the cultural and historical context of Baimiweng Fort. Explore the secret land of Taibai Village, enjoy the unique "Dock Meal", experience activities for dock workers, hang wish cards at Yuelao Leisure Park, etc... "One Tower, One Village, One Fort" leads students to understand Keelung from all aspects and visit the local culture on the spot. Taking the dock‵s humanities as its connotation and the beautiful scenery of the mountains and sea as its outer packaging, the Keelung Lighthouse，Baimi Weng Fort，and Taibaizhuang Mountain City are combined into "one tower, one village and one fort", which has the most beautiful secret sea view and different historical backgrounds and dock cultures. The goal of this project is allow students to understand the ups and downs of Keelung‵s docks and the past history of the fort in different periods by learning local dock culture, war history, and the importance of Baimiweng Fort and Keelung Lighthouse. Feeling the impact of the changes of the times on the economy, environment, and social changes, pay attention to the identity of the place, and empathize with the changes in the place and cherish the existing life. With the support of local volunteers, we hope that the dock can be restored to its former glory. Develop community small travel and tourism industry, let young students come to the village through experiential day study, so that the elders can see hope.The integration of generations requires the vitality of young people, and young people can feel the bitterness of life in the dock coolie era from their elders, and then be inspired to be grateful and filial.
Sanyi, Maoli Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
Beitou, Taipei Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin,English
Shigang ,Taichung Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
Douliu,Yunlin Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
Water Bamboo, Nantou Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
Zhongxing, Nantou Experimental Youth Travel Spot
Lishan, Taichung Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
Gukeng,Yunlin Youth Travel Spot
Engaging Youth in Local Communities: Action, Exploration, and Industry Integration 1. Youth Action: Develop organizational and problem-solving skills by identifying local issues and implementing practical solutions, fostering teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration. 2. Explore the local ecosystem, using natural environmental resources as teaching materials and mediums, to understand the importance of the relationship between the environment and people. 3. Rural Living: Experience rural cuisine, festivals, and ecosystems to understand local traditions and modernization challenges, deepening community identity and emotional connections. 4. Local Industries: Visit unique industries to learn about craftsmanship, heritage, and economic development, exploring innovative approaches to integrate industry with culture.
Linbian ,Pingtung Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin, English
Lioujiao, Chaiyi Youth travel spot
Language:Mandarin
Pingbei Indigenous Community Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin, English
Luermen, Tainan Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin, English (by reservation), Japanese (by reservation)
Chayama, Chiayi Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin
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Community Experience,Tainan Youth Travel Spot
As a new year begins, do you still remember the stories from your past—those moments that make you proud and nostalgic? Are you ready to add another remarkable chapter to your youth this year? Don’t let your youth slip away—enrich it by exploring the beautiful land of Taiwan in person! Our association’s activities will be launched one by one, offering tailor-made tours filled with cultural and tribal experiences, ecological education, and fun DIY workshops. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, don’t wait up—sign up and join us today! 1. Explore Pingpu Culture Beyond what you’ve learned from history textbooks—how much do you really know about the Pingpu people? Have you ever heard the legends that tell how to recognize the Pingpu heritage? Join us on a journey through Tainan’s community exploration sites—not just for photo stops, but to trace the living footprints of the Pingpu people and gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating Siraya culture. During this activity, participants will be guided into Beitouyang Village in Jiali, where the cultural journey of the Pingpu begins. 2. Sugar Industry Cultural Experience Taiwan’s sugar industry began during the Dutch East India Company’s rule and later became the backbone of Taiwan’s economy under the Qing Dynasty. During the Japanese colonial period, the industrialization of sugar production marked a turning point in Taiwan’s path toward modernization. As a result, the sugar industry became a powerful symbol of colonial modernization and capitalist development, leaving a lasting impact on communities across the island. In Tainan, sugar production dates back to the Dutch era and flourished during the Qing period, shaping both the economy and cultural landscape of Taiwan. Today, the Soulang Cultural Park (formerly the Jiali Sugar Factory) and the Tsung-Yeh Arts and Cultural Center are key landmarks representing this heritage. Visitors can still see the original narrow-gauge railway tracks once used by the sugar trains and even experience the fun of traditional sugar-making in a peaceful, nostalgic setting. The Yanping Community also has a long-standing sugar-making history dating back over 200 years. The community once produced sugar in traditional “sugar huts,” a nearly lost craft that has now been revived and shared with the public to preserve this cultural legacy. During this activity, participants will: *Learn about the cultural and historical significance of Taiwan’s sugar industry. *Enjoy fun, game-based learning activities that bring history to life. *Visit Yanping Community to experience handmade brown sugar production and discover the deep connection between the local community and the sugar industry. 3. Dive into the Culture of the Salt Industry This itinerary centers around the theme of salt, taking you along Taiwan’s coastal salt-making heritage. Along the way, you’ll visit the oldest surviving tile-paved salt field ruins and explore the former Qigu Salt Fields, once the largest in Taiwan. Through these sites, you’ll uncover the rise and fall of the salt industry, its transformation over time, and how the government has worked to revive this once-thriving tradition by turning former salt fields into vibrant eco-tourism destinations. These restored areas now showcase a unique blend of offshore sandbars, lagoons, and coastal wetlands, offering both cultural insight and natural beauty. Among the highlights: Jingzijiao Salt Fields, the first salt fields established in Beimen and the oldest existing tile-paved salt field ruins in Taiwan. Qigu Salt Mountain, a famous landmark of Tainan’s Qigu District, originally used to store salt from the Qigu Salt Fields. Over time, the piled salt hardened naturally into solid blocks, creating the iconic “salt mountain” seen today. During the activity, participants will: *Learn about the history and transformation of Taiwan’s salt industry. *Explore the Jingzijiao Salt Field ruins and Qigu Salt Fields. *Experience firsthand the traditional salt-making process under the sun.
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Morning Market Yilan, Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin,Taiwanese,English,Japanese 1. Follow local guide to explore the Morning Market Yilan. 2. Visit market museum, try authentic local delicacies and chat with local vendors. 3. Experience making traditional food just in the moring market. 4. Learn food and agriculture knowledge through our designed tour. 5. Learn the bufallo farming and practice it.
Sixty Stone Mountain Youth Adventure Base, Hualien
At Sixty Stone Mountain, the youth travel experience is designed around seasonal changes, creating immersive journeys that can be enjoyed all year round. One of its most distinctive features is the two completely different experiences of daylilies at different times of the year. From August to September, during the peak daylily flower season, visitors can step into the fields and hand-pick daylily buds. They can learn the full process—from harvesting and processing to the final dishes served on the table. This hands-on experience allows participants to feel the rhythm of farm work and the joy of harvest, while also enjoying the breathtaking view of golden flowers covering the mountains. Through interactions with local farmers and practical activities, young participants gain a deeper understanding of the market value, economic benefits, and sustainable potential of the daylily industry. They also learn how to evaluate agricultural investments and explore opportunities in agribusiness. Outside of the flower season, a lesser-known and exclusive experience is offered: harvesting “Daylily Jade Shoots,” the tender inner core of the plant. With its crisp and delicate texture, it is a seasonal delicacy well known to locals. By harvesting and cooking it themselves, participants discover that daylilies are not just flowers, but a versatile crop with multiple uses. This experience highlights how agricultural resources can be transformed into diverse values, and how closely farming, industry, and daily life are connected. This seasonal design allows Sixty Stone Mountain to go beyond being just a flower-season destination. Visitors can come at any time of the year and enjoy unique, authentic experiences. From the lively harvest during the flower season to the peaceful mountain atmosphere and jade shoot experience in the off-season, each visit reflects the natural rhythm of the land. More importantly, by understanding agricultural value, economic potential, and investment opportunities, this journey becomes more than tourism—it is a deep exploration of learning, industry, and life, shaped by the changing seasons.
Sanxing, Yilan Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin, English
Fata’an, Hualien Youth Travel Spot
Language:Mandarin,English
Xiulin Youth Travel Hub, Hualien / Outdoor Education Project
Integrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as SDG 1, 2, 8, 11, 12, and 15 into all experiential activities, aligning with the United Nations' sustainable development indicators. Encourage indigenous and economically disadvantaged youth to return to their hometowns for entrepreneurship, revitalizing the community and helping to reduce talent outflow. Enhance local engagement and promote sustainable local resource utilization. Develop agri-food experiences that foster partnerships with schools, introducing educational components into the program. Promote and preserve traditional Truku cultural skills, including archery, hunting, weaving, and nose flute craftsmanship, to ensure cultural heritage is passed on. Increase local residents’ awareness of their environment, while also promoting community visibility and outreach through the implementation of the program. Inspire youth to return and stay, thereby enhancing the value and sustainability of local industries.
Yilan Atayal Hunters 668 Conservation Forest – Youth Exploration Journey
The Dual Perspective: Hunters and Conservationists This program places youth in the real context of an Atayal hunting trail, moving beyond passive tourism. Participants learn traditional hunting skills rooted in Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), while also engaging in modern scientific monitoring such as infrared camera deployment and data interpretation. The integration of ancient knowledge and modern technology is the program’s key strength. OECMs Practice Site Using the “668 Wildlife Conservation Area” as a field site, the program introduces the concept of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs). Participants witness how the community applies its traditional governance system (Gaga) to achieve biodiversity conservation through a bottom-up approach, even outside formal protected areas. Educational Significance Environmental Ethics: Challenges the idea that conservation equals non-use, emphasizing sustainable use and respect for nature. Citizen Science: Hands-on monitoring builds scientific skills and highlights the importance of data in environmental action. Cultural Dialogue: Interaction with elders fosters respect for Indigenous knowledge and promotes inclusive global citizenship.
