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Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour
Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour
Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour
Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour
Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour

Tainan Origin Tour | Qigu Gufenyuxiang Fish Education Experience - Half-Day Fish Pond Tour / Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour


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Free cancellation up to 8 day(s) in advance
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  • Half-Day Fish Pond Tour: Visit Qigu fish ponds to learn about seasonal farming and fish education for milkfish, clams, white shrimp, and oysters.
  • Full-Day Satoyama/Satoumi Tour: Seasonal themes include Satoumi Cycling, Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs, and Fish Visitors. Includes meal.
  • Led by local fishermen and the community to understand lagoon ecology and sustainable fisheries.
  • Half-day session (13:30–16:30) limited to 30 people; full-day session limited to 20 people. Includes tour insurance.
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Activity timeMorning, Afternoon, Evening
Transportation methodGet there on your own
LocationOutdoor
Cuisine typeTaiwanese cuisine
Minimum participant requirement6 travelers

Product Info

  • From fish farm to table, get to know Qigu through the seasons.

Follow the seasons into Qigu, Tainan, and learn about the aquaculture and local life behind every bite of seafood, from oysters, milkfish, and clams to white shrimp. Choose a 3-hour half-day seafood tour, or spend a full day visiting eco-friendly fish farms, lagoons, and the Taijiang landscape, extending your journey from the dining table to the source.

  • Qigu Local Stories | Waters where lagoons, fish farms, and migratory birds meet

The fish farms, tidal creeks, and lagoons along the Qigu coast record how people adapted to the saline and aquatic environment to develop aquaculture after the Taijiang Inner Sea gradually silted up. Fish farms not only supply seafood to our tables but also provide space for migratory birds to forage and rest during the harvest, pond-drying, and water-level adjustment seasons. Production, habitats, and local life are all interconnected here.

  • Brand Story of Gufenyuxiang | Learning from fishermen, using fish farms as classrooms

Gufenyuxiang was founded in 2017 in Shifen Village, Qigu, Tainan, by Liao Yi-pei and Lin Hsiao-ching, who have backgrounds in urban planning and spatial design. 'Gu' connects to Qigu, 'Fen' to Shifen, and 'Yuxiang' refers to a hometown where aquaculture is the core of life. The team started by collaborating with schools and fishermen, transforming aquaculture knowledge into seafood education, and bringing classrooms into the fish farms. From learning about a single fish to understanding how a body of water sustains life, they invite travelers to rediscover the people and environment behind the seafood.

  • Four Seasons Seafood Experience | A half-day journey into the source of seafood

Oct–Dec | Oysters and Textiles? Qigu Oyster Circular Economy Seafood Education Experience

Starting with recycled oyster shell materials, learn about oyster farming and circular utilization, participate in hands-on oyster activities, and finally complete a DIY Qigu seafood wrap.

Meeting point: Didiokongjian

13:30–14:00 | Oyster Shell Transformation: Introduction to Recycled Fishery Textile Materials | Didiokongjian

14:00–14:30 | Oyster Mini-Lecture | Didiokongjian

14:30–15:30 | Oyster Hands-on Activity / Shucking Experience | Didiokongjian

15:30–16:30 | DIY Qigu Seafood Wrap | Didiokongjian

Oyster shucking methods and tool regulations are subject to on-site instructions.

Jan–Mar | What Fish Is This? Milkfish Deboning Seafood Education Experience

Starting from a milkfish mini-lecture, watch the deboning technique up close, take a guided tour of eco-friendly fish farms, and create a canvas bag to keep your memories of the source.

Meeting point: Didiokongjian

13:30–14:20 | Milkfish Mini-Lecture | Didiokongjian

14:20–15:00 | Milkfish Deboning Demonstration | Didiokongjian

15:00–15:30 | Eco-friendly Habitat Fish Farm Tour | Located at a fish farm 100m walk from Didiokongjian, accessible on foot

15:30–16:30 | Milkfish Canvas Bag Creation | Didiokongjian

Deboning is a demonstration item; travelers are not expected to handle knives.

Apr–Jun | Clamming Around? Qigu Clam Farming Seafood Education Experience

Put on waders and walk into the Qigu fish farms. From aquaculture knowledge to harvesting and grading, get close to the source with your own feet. After the activity, each person can take home a bag of vacuum-packed clams.

Meeting point: Gufenyuxiang

This space can accommodate up to 20 people. If the number of participants exceeds this, the venue will be moved to the Liukong Visitor Center, and you will be notified separately.

13:30–14:30 | Clam Lecture: Understanding Qigu Aquaculture | Gufenyuxiang

14:30–14:50 | Transportation | You must provide your own transportation

14:50–16:10 | Clam Harvesting and Grading Experience | Qigu Nanwan Ecological Aquaculture Farm

16:10–16:30 | Clam Q&A: Feedback and Exchange | Nanwan Pier

Shoe sizes for every traveler must be collected before the trip; please provide available sizes when booking.

Jul–Sep | What's the Shrimp? Qigu White Shrimp Farming Seafood Education Experience

Learn about white shrimp farming from a seafood lecture, tour eco-friendly habitats, try your hand at setting umbrella nets and harvesting shrimp, and finally compare the characteristics of white shrimp through taste, connecting the knowledge of the source back to your table.

Meeting point: Didiokongjian

13:30–14:30 | Seafood Lecture: What's the Shrimp? | Didiokongjian

14:30–15:00 | Fish Farm Tour: Eco-friendly Habitat Tour | Didiokongjian and fish farm sites

15:00–15:30 | White Shrimp Farming Experience: Setting Umbrella Nets and Harvesting Shrimp

15:30–16:30 | Taste Experience: White Shrimp Tasting Competition

- Full-Day Satoumi Tour | From Landscapes and Tables to Ecology -

Oct–Feb | Meeting the Guests—Taijiang Winter Feast

Visit eco-friendly fish farms to look for winter migratory birds, enjoy a special meal featuring eco-friendly seafood at noon, and take a boat into the lagoon in the afternoon to learn about Qigu's ecology and fishing village life from a water-level perspective.

Meeting point: Liukong Visitor Center

09:30–10:00 | Introduction to Eco-friendly Habitats | Liukong Visitor Center

10:00–11:30 | Bird Watching at the Fish Farms | Eco-friendly bird habitats (2-3 locations will be arranged on the day of the activity based on bird sightings; you must provide your own transportation)

11:30–11:40 | Transportation | You must provide your own transportation

11:40–13:00 | Eco-friendly Seafood Specialty Meal | Local Qigu Seafood Restaurant (restaurant will be arranged based on the number of people, usually Dengta Zheng Afen Seafood Restaurant)

13:00–13:30 | Transportation | You must provide your own transportation

13:30–15:30 | Lagoon Boat Ecological Tour | Longshan Pier

6 hours in total. Migratory birds are a natural observation; the appearance of specific bird species is not guaranteed.

Mar–May | Satoumi Cycling—Taijiang Spring Etude

Ride a bicycle to understand the landscape and local life of Taijiang, enjoy local ingredients for lunch, walk into an art village in the afternoon, and record the Satoumi scenery through paper-cut postcard creation.

Meeting point: Jiangong Elementary School

09:00–09:30 | Taijiang Satoumi Concept, Pre-trip Briefing, Warm-up | Jiangong Elementary School

09:30–12:00 | Cycling, Introduction to Satoumi Landscapes | Various locations along the way (total cycling distance approx. 13 km)

12:00–13:00 | Local Ingredient Specialty Lunch | Xianrenzhilu

13:00–14:00 | Taijiang Art Village Tour | Taijiang Art Village

14:00–15:00 | Satoumi Landscape DIY Paper-cut Postcard | Taijiang Art Village

6 hours in total. Includes bicycle and helmet; those who do not cycle must drive themselves.

Jun–Sep | Crab Encounters and Cicada Songs—Taijiang Summer Night Carnival

Learn about summer farming through a watermelon field tour, make watermelon pickles by hand, enjoy a special meal, and walk into the Chengxi windbreak forest to listen to cicadas and observe nocturnal ecology.

Meeting point: Chengxi Village Activity Center, Annan District

You must provide your own transportation for the watermelon field tour during the activity.

15:00–16:00 | Watermelon Field Tour | Xiguazhong Watermelon Field

16:00–17:00 | Watermelon Pickle DIY | Chengxi Activity Center

17:00–18:00 | Pre-trip Introduction, Watermelon Pickle Specialty Meal | Chengxi Activity Center

18:00–18:10 | Transportation | You must provide your own transportation

18:10-20:00 | Listen to cicadas, night ecological observation in the windbreak forest | Chengxi Windbreak Forest

20:00-20:30 | Q&A, return trip | Dismissal point: Chengxi Village Activity Center, Annan District

Total duration: 5.5 hours, including specialty meals. Biological observation depends on natural conditions on-site; sightings of specific species are not guaranteed.

- Tour Information -

Experience area: Qigu and Taijiang coast, Tainan. Arrangements depend on the selected seasonal package.

Half-day duration: 13:30-16:30, 3 hours, max. 30 people per session.

Full-day duration: Spring 09:00-15:00, Summer 15:00-20:30, Autumn/Winter 09:30-15:30. Spring and Autumn/Winter sessions are 6 hours; Summer sessions are 5.5 hours. Max. 20 people per session.

Age requirement: 7 years and above. Waders and bicycles must meet size and operational requirements.

Check-in time: Check-in starts 10 minutes before the activity. If you are late, please head to the activity location on your own.

Service language: Chinese.

Transportation: Self-arranged. Transportation to/from the meeting point, transfers during the tour, and parking are not included.

Half-day White Shrimp/Oyster/Milkfish: Meet at Diao Space at 13:30; tour ends at Diao Space at 16:30.

Half-day Clam: Meet at Fishy Fishy at 13:30; tour ends at Nanwan Pier at 16:30.

Full-day Fishy Guests: Meet at Liukong Visitor Center at 09:30; tour ends at Longshan Pier at 15:30. You must provide your own transportation for location transfers during the tour.

Full-day Satoyama Cycling: Meet at Jiangong Elementary School at 09:00; tour ends at Taijiang Art Tribe at 15:00. The entire activity involves cycling and walking. Please park your vehicle around Jiangong Elementary School; the end point is within walking distance of the parking area.

Full-day Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs: Meet at Chengxi Village Activity Center, Annan District at 15:00; tour ends at Chengxi Village Activity Center, Annan District at 20:30.

A pre-departure notice will be sent via email one week before the activity, including: precise meeting point address, map location, parking information, and on-site contact person.

The meeting point depends on the session. Contact person: Ms. Liang, 0911-667897.

- Annual Schedule | November 2026 - November 2027 -

The annual period is from November 2026 to November 2027. Registration is accepted based on designated sessions. Confirmation of whether the tour will depart will be notified 7 days before departure. Registration does not guarantee tour departure.

November 2026 | Half-day Nov 29 (Sun) 09:00-12:00 White Shrimp.

December 2026 | Full-day Dec 19 (Sat) 09:30-15:30 Fishy Guests; Half-day Dec 26 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Milkfish.

January 2027 | Full-day Jan 9 (Sat) 09:30-15:30 Fishy Guests; Half-day Jan 23 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Milkfish.

February 2027 | Full-day Feb 20 (Sat) 09:30-15:30 Fishy Guests; Half-day Feb 27 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Milkfish.

March 2027 | Full-day Mar 20 (Sat) 09:00-15:00 Satoyama Cycling; Half-day Mar 27 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Milkfish.

April 2027 | Full-day Apr 10 (Sat) 09:00-15:00 Satoyama Cycling; Half-day Apr 17 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Clam.

May 2027 | Full-day May 22 (Sat) 09:00-15:00 Satoyama Cycling; Half-day May 29 (Sat) 13:30-16:30 Clam.

June 2027 | Full-day Jun 19 (Sat) 15:00-20:30 Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs; Half-day Jun 20 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 Clam.

July 2027 | Full-day Jul 17 (Sat) 15:00-20:30 Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs; Half-day Jul 18 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 White Shrimp.

August 2027 | Full-day Aug 21 (Sat) 15:00-20:30 Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs; Half-day Aug 15 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 White Shrimp.

September 2027 | Full-day Sep 18 (Sat) 15:00-20:30 Crab Encounter & Cicada Songs; Half-day Sep 19 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 White Shrimp.

October 2027 | Full-day Oct 16 (Sat) 09:30-15:30 Fishy Guests; Half-day Oct 17 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 Oyster.

November 2027 | Full-day Nov 13 (Sat) 09:30-15:30 Fishy Guests; Half-day Nov 21 (Sun) 13:30-16:30 Oyster.

Purchase Notice

  • Please select a package based on your preferred date and seasonal theme. Half-day and full-day are separate sessions.
  • Recommended for ages 8 and above. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent (accompanying parents must also book the tour). Fee for children aged 3-5 is NT$300. Free for children under 2.
  • Minimum group size: 15 people or more for Clams and Oysters; 10 people or more for others. Booking closes 10 days before departure. Confirmation of group departure will be notified 7 days before departure.

Reminders

  • Group departure will be confirmed and notified 7 days before departure; a confirmed booking does not guarantee the group will depart. If the group does not depart, the merchant will cancel the booking and process a full refund via KKday. If the traveler agrees to reschedule, a new date and availability will be confirmed.

  • Clam session: Please provide height and shoe size upon booking to ensure waders fit. Being 7 years old does not guarantee the equipment will fit. It is recommended to bring a change of clothes and a towel.

  • For cycling packages, please confirm riding ability and height in advance. Giant bicycles are provided, and helmets are included. Routes are as shown in the itinerary. A support vehicle will be present during the ride; those not cycling must drive their own vehicles.

  • Please inform us before booking if you have seafood allergies, special dietary requirements, or limited mobility. Oyster wraps and full-day lunches contain seafood. Vegetarian options are available for the full-day tour lunch, but no substitute meals are provided for the half-day tour snacks.

  • Activities are subject to weather, farming conditions, and natural factors. Observation of specific bird species or wildlife is not guaranteed.

  • Fish farm safety: We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and bringing drinking water. Follow the instructions of the on-site staff and do not approach the pond edges or enter restricted areas.

  • Oyster shucking: Please follow on-site instructions for tool usage and cut-resistant gear.

  • Winter bird watching/boat tour: Windproof clothing and sun protection are recommended. If the boat tour is canceled due to weather, a guided tour of nearby attractions will be provided instead.

  • Summer Night Observation (Jun–Sep): Long pants and closed-toe shoes are recommended. Please bring mosquito repellent and a light source. Follow the guide and do not approach or disturb the wildlife.

  • Tour insurance is included: Public liability insurance is provided for white shrimp/oyster/milkfish activity areas; travel insurance is provided for half-day clam and full-day Satoyama/Satoumi tours. Relevant insurance information must be provided 7 days before departure.

  • For group bookings (group organizers, travel agencies, companies, schools), please inquire about specific dates to confirm availability separately from this session.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present your QR code on-site
Please present your KKday electronic voucher QR code at the activity site.

Experience Location

  • Liukong Visitor Center
  • Didiou Space (Gufenyuxiang - Qigu Theme Fishery Experience)
  • Nanwan Pier
  • Longshan Pier (Longshan Fishing Port)
  • Tainan City Qigu District Jiangong Elementary School
  • Annan District Chengxi Village Activity Center
  • Gufenyuxiang
  • Location Name: Liukong Visitor Center

    Address: No. 18, Haipu, Sanguli, Qigu Dist., Tainan City 72453, Taiwan (R.O.C.)


    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
    • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–7 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
    NOTE
    • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

    FAQs

    1. What is the Qigu District in Tainan famous for in terms of aquaculture?

    The Qigu District in Tainan is widely celebrated for its rich aquaculture heritage, particularly the production of milkfish, clams, white shrimp, and oysters. Visitors participating in the Qigu Fish and Village educational half-day tour can explore local fish farms, learn about seasonal aquaculture practices, and gain hands-on insights into sustainable fishing and seafood education directly from experienced local fishermen.

    2. What activities are included in the Qigu Fish and Village Half-Day Fish Farm Tour?

    The half-day fish farm tour in Qigu takes participants directly into local fish farms to explore the daily operations of aquaculture. Visitors can learn about seasonal farming practices for milkfish, clams, white shrimp, and oysters, engage in interactive food education activities, and understand the ecological importance of the local lagoon system under the guidance of community residents.

    3. What seasonal themes are offered during the Qigu Fish and Village Full-Day Satoumi Tour?

    The full-day Satoumi tour in Qigu features seasonal thematic itineraries, including cycling along coastal landscapes, observing local crab and insect activity during appropriate seasons, and spotting migratory birds in the coastal wetlands. The full-day program includes a locally sourced meal and is led by community experts to highlight sustainable fishing and lagoon ecology.

    4. How many participants are allowed in the Qigu Fish and Village half-day and full-day tours?

    To ensure an intimate and educational experience, the half-day fish farm tour accommodates a maximum of 30 participants per session, running from 13:30 to 16:30. The full-day Satoumi tour accommodates a maximum of 20 participants per session. Both tours include comprehensive itinerary insurance for safety and peace of mind during the activities.

    5. What historical and cultural significance does Tainan hold as the former capital of Taiwan?

    Tainan holds a prominent position in Taiwan's history as the island's former capital during the Dutch colonial period and the Qing Dynasty. As the cultural heartland of Taiwan, it preserves centuries of heritage, historic temples, traditional architecture, and deep-rooted culinary traditions that reflect the island's historical evolution.

    6. What are the primary local transportation options for getting around Tainan?

    Getting around Tainan is convenient using local transportation options such as city buses, Taiwan Railways trains connecting major stations, and bicycle-sharing systems for shorter distances. For travelers seeking direct and flexible transportation to specific destinations or coastal areas like Qigu, regional taxis and ride-hailing services are widely available.

    7. Are ride-hailing services like Uber available for traveling within Tainan?

    Yes, Uber is readily available in Tainan, providing a convenient and reliable ride-hailing option for getting around the city and traveling to nearby districts. While regional transport services like Grab are not used in Taiwan, Uber operates smoothly throughout Tainan and connects easily with local taxi fleets.

    8. Is it currently safe for American tourists to visit Taiwan for travel and tourism?

    Taiwan is widely recognized as one of the safest travel destinations in the world for international visitors, including American tourists. The region maintains very low violent crime rates, highly reliable public infrastructure, safe public transportation, and a welcoming local community, making it secure for both independent travelers and guided tour participants.

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