Taiwan Island Hopping Adventure

Explore Taiwan’s Six Most Beloved Islands: Penghu, Matsu, Xiaoliuqiu, Green Island, Orchid Island (Lanyu), and Kinmen

探索台灣最美離島群：澎湖、馬祖、小琉球、綠島、蘭嶼、金門

✨ Why Island Hopping in Taiwan? 為什麼要跳島旅行？

Taiwan isn’t just one island—it’s a constellation of enchanting isles, each with its own personality. From military history to volcanic geology, from coral beaches to indigenous cultures, every island offers unforgettable sights, flavors, and experiences. This is your ultimate guide for when to go, what to eat, how to get there, and what to explore!

台灣不只是本島而已，還有許多充滿魅力的離島等你去發現！從珊瑚礁島到火山島，從戰地古蹟到原住民文化，每一座島都有獨特的風貌與故事，快來一起展開你的跳島冒險！

🌴 Penghu | 澎湖

• Best Season: April–June (for the Fireworks Festival)

• Highlights: Twin-Heart Stone Weir, Whale Caves, Basalt Columns, Penghu Fireworks Festival

• What to Eat: Cactus Ice Cream, Brown Sugar Cake, Seafood BBQ

• How to Get There: Flights from major cities (Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung); ferries from Chiayi or Kaohsiung

澎湖由64個小島組成，盛夏時可以玩水上活動，潛水看珊瑚礁、夜釣小管、參加熱鬧的花火節。

🌊 Matsu | 馬祖

• Best Season: April–May (for Blue Tears), Autumn for hiking

• Highlights: Blue Tears (bioluminescence), Beihai Tunnel, Fuzheng Village

• What to Eat: Old Wine Noodles, Red Yeast Pork

• How to Get There: Flights from Taipei, Taichung; or overnight ferry from Keelung

由五個主要島嶼組成的馬祖，擁有壯觀的戰地風貌與春季限定的藍眼淚奇景，十分夢幻。

🐢 Xiaoliuqiu | 小琉球

• Best Season: March–October

• Highlights: Snorkeling with sea turtles, Vase Rock, Beauty Cave, Sunset at Geban Bay

• What to Eat: Flying Fish Rice, Grilled Cuttlefish, Peanut Ice Cream

• How to Get There: Ferry from Donggang (Pingtung); 20–30 min ride

台灣唯一的珊瑚礁島嶼，可以浮潛、潛水、騎機車環島，是親子與背包客的最愛。

🔥 Green Island | 綠島

• Best Season: April–September

• Highlights: Zhaori Saltwater Hot Spring, Green Island Lighthouse, Scuba diving

• What to Eat: Flying Fish, Seaweed Ice

• How to Get There: Ferry or flight from Taitung (Fugang Harbor or airport)

綠島是潛水天堂，擁有稀有的海底溫泉，還能參觀歷史悠久的綠島監獄與自然生態景觀。

🌺 Orchid Island (Lanyu) | 蘭嶼

• Best Season: May–August (for Flying Fish Festival)

• Highlights: Tao Tribe Culture, Flying Fish Festival, Coral Coastline, Canoe Ride

• What to Eat: Taro, Grilled Fish, Milu (fermented pork)

• How to Get There: Ferry from Taitung or Kenting; or flight from Taitung

蘭嶼是原住民族達悟族的家園，以拼板舟文化、飛魚季節聞名，是文化與自然的寶地。

🏰 Kinmen | 金門

• Best Season: September–November

• Highlights: Military Tunnels, Juguang Tower, Traditional Villages, Folk Culture Village

• What to Eat: Kaoliang Liquor, Peanut Candy, Oyster Pancake

• How to Get There: Flights from major cities (Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung)

以戰地歷史與閩南建築著稱，金門融合古蹟與現代文創，是文化深度旅遊的好選擇。

🧭 Tips for Planning Your Island Adventure

• Book transportation early during holidays or summer

• Expect some seasickness on longer ferry rides—bring meds!

• Bring sunscreen and a light jacket (wind can be strong on islands)

• Respect local customs, especially on Lanyu (Tao cultural taboos)

Options for Traveling to all six of Taiwan’s offshore islands—Penghu, Matsu, Xiaoliuqiu, Green Island, Lanyu (Orchid Island), and Kinmen—in one trip

🛳️ Option 1: Taiwan Island-Hopping by Custom Cruise (Charter or Luxury Expeditions)

✔️ Pros:

• Easy access to multiple islands without repeated packing/unpacking

• Scenic sea travel experience

• Great for group tours or luxury travelers

❗Challenges:

• Currently, no regular public cruise connects all six islands in one loop.

• You would need to charter a private yacht or cruise from Kaohsiung or Keelung, which is expensive but possible through high-end local cruise agencies.

🧭 Ideal For:

• Educational or luxury tours with a budget

• Those who want a slower, relaxed pace with sea travel between islands

🛩️🚤 Option 2: Fly + Ferry Combo (Most Efficient & Realistic)

Here's an optimized loop:

🔁 Suggested 14–20 Day Route:

1. Taipei ➜ Matsu (Flight)

2. Matsu ➜ Keelung ➜ Kinmen (Ferry or Flight)

3. Kinmen ➜ Penghu (Flight)

4. Penghu ➜ Kaohsiung or Tainan (Flight)

5. Kaohsiung ➜ Donggang ➜ Xiaoliuqiu (Ferry)

6. Donggang ➜ Taitung ➜ Green Island (Ferry or Flight)

7. Green Island ➜ Lanyu (Ferry)

8. Lanyu ➜ Taitung ➜ Taipei

📌 Tip: You may need to return to Taitung or Kaohsiung after Lanyu to fly back to Taipei.

🗺️ Option 3: Build Your Own Tour with Travel Agents

Several Taiwan-based eco or adventure tour companies offer custom multi-island tours for groups. You can ask them to:

• Handle complex ticketing (boats, flights)

• Provide guides and local transportation

• Include night markets, snorkeling, and cultural sites

🧳 Packing Tips for Multi-Island Travel:

• Light luggage with water-friendly gear

• Seasickness medication

• Passport or ID (needed for all domestic flights)

• Power banks and backups (some islands have limited electricity hours)

• Swimsuit, rash guard, light windbreaker

  
  

• 📚 Explore Language, Culture, and Nature—One Island at a Time!

跟著 Global Mandarin Academy，用中文體驗跳島之旅，探索文化、語言與自然的完美結合！