Wanlitong 萬里桐, a small village (and a beach) just north of Baisha Bay, is one of the best spots for snorkeling in Kenting National Park. The reef is somewhat well-preserved and still colorful, and you can see quite a lot of sea life on most days. The easiest access to the reef is at the […]
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Houwan (Back Bay), Kenting
Houwan means “back bay” in Chinese. It’s quite an appropriate name, because it really feels like you are behind the scene and out of sight, away from the crowds, traffic, and hectic action that is found in Kenting Village, Baisha Beach, and Hengchun. Houwan 後灣, Back Bay. You can see the Marine Museum and Turtle […]
Best of Kenting National Park
Don’t waste your time while visiting Kenting National Park! Rent a scooter, pack a water bottle, sunscreen, rain jacket, and hit the road! East Coast, near Xuhai Grassland *** Toggle the Table of Content button in the upper left corner of the map to view the complete list. BEACHES: Little Bay (Xiaowan) 小灣Jialeshui 佳樂水White Sand […]
Little Bay (Xiaowan), Kenting
I’ve heard a lot of people say that Little Bay (Xiaowan in Chinese) is the nicest beach in all of Taiwan. Considering how many beaches and bays this island has, it is quite a claim. But I have to admit that I don’t disagree – it really is a wonderful place! Little Bay, just south […]
Pizza Rock Kenting (Nanwan) 搖滾披薩南灣墾丁店
We finally opened a branch at the southern tip of Taiwan, in wild and beautiful Kenting National Park! Ruby and I looked for locations in the area for nearly 2 years. We considered opening on Kenting Street 墾丁大街, Hengchun 恆春, and even Manzhou 滿洲 at one point… After this long search we finally decided to […]
Nanwan Beach (South Bay) Kenting National Park
Nanwan, South Bay 南灣 Nanwan (South Bay) is the most popular beach in all of Kenting National Park. Why? Here are a few reasons: It’s the first beach you’ll pass as you drive toward Kenting Town. It’s got some of the best B&Bs and guesthouses in the national park. Easy access by public transportation. Convenience […]
Spoon in Pocket Cafe, Hengchun
Spoon in Pocket Cafe is one of the nicest cafes in Hengchun. It’s actually one of the nicest cafes in all of Kenting National Park area. It’s located right at the end of Hengchun Old Street, next to a temple and the historic North Gate. The coffee is good, but a little weak and watery, […]
Sail Rock, (Chuanfanshi) 船帆石
Sail Rock is the third most popular place where people stay in Kenting National Park after Kenting Town, and Nanwan (South Bay). It is located about 10 minutes south of Kenting Village. In Mandarin Chinese, Sail Rock is called 船帆石 (Chuan Fanshi). Why stay at Sail Rock? A lot of people, myself included, think that […]
