Taroko Gorge National Park
The gorge rewards a planned excursion: high-speed train from Taipei to Hualien, local transport into the park, and a route that combines the Swallow Grotto (easy, paved) with the Tianxiang section for older kids who want more distance. The sheer marble walls, river-level paths, and tunnel walks hit different developmental sweet spots — both ages experience the landscape dramatically without needing to be on the same trail.
- Hours
- Always open
- Price
- Train NT$700-1000 round trip
- Duration
- Full day
- Booking required
- No
Tips
- High-speed train from Taipei to Hualien takes about 2 hours each way. Book ahead.
- Helmets are distributed at some trailhead areas due to rockfall risk — wear them regardless.