Hsinchu | 2-Day Roundtrip Transfer from Simakus | Shenmu Trail, Silifu Waterfall, Observation Deck, and Tribal Tour | Departs from Taipei/Taoyuan/Hsinchu

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— Itinerary Introduction —

Day 1: Depart Taipei Main Station East Gate 3 at 7:00 AM, Hsinchu High Speed ​​Rail Station Exit 4 at 8:20 AM, restroom break, arrive in Simakus at 11:00 AM, tour the tribe, visit the tribe viewing platform, the Hunter's Walk, and visit Slifu Falls. Accommodation in Simakus (travelers can choose accommodation options or book their own)

Day 2: Simakus Giant Trees Trail (round trip, approximately 4.5 hours), afternoon tea at Canaan Café, meet at the parking lot at 4:10 PM – descend the mountain promptly at 4:20 PM

＊ The Simakus Village is an open space. Visitors are required to walk around the village on their own and freely visit the attractions listed above.

【​​Transfer for individual travelers and groups】

– Departure Time and Location 1: 07:00 on the first day / Board the train at Taipei Main Station East Gate 3 – Departure Time and Location 2: 08:20 on the first day / Board the train at Hsinchu High Speed ​​Rail Station Exit 4 (The train will not stop at this location if there are no passengers on the day)
– Journey Time: 2 days, approximately 13 hours – Return Trip Information: Get off at Hsinchu High Speed ​​Rail Station between 7:00 PM and 7:30 PM the next day; get off at Taipei Main Station East Gate 3 between 8:00 PM and 8:30 PM – Vehicle Type: 5-seater car (WISH or SIENTA) / 9-seater car (Volkswagen T5/T6 or Hyundai STAREX)

Private private charter car transfer

– Departure time: Day 1 07:00 (Taipei) / 07:30 (Taoyuan) / 8:00 (Hsinchu)
– Departure Location: Taipei City/New Taipei City/Taoyuan City/Hsinchu City Home, Hotel, or Customer-Specified Pickup Location – Journey Length:
– Taipei/New Taipei City pickup and drop-off: 2 days, approximately 13 hours total – Taoyuan/Hsinchu City pickup and drop-off: 2 days, approximately 10-11 hours total – Return trip: Drop-off at designated locations in Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, or Hsinchu City between 8:00 PM and 8:30 PM the next day – Private charter car vehicle type: Five-seater (SIENTA or WISH) / Nine-seater (Volkswagen T5 or Hyundai STAREX)

＊Passengers who choose this option are kindly requested to fill in the pick-up and drop-off location when placing an order. ＊If the pick-up or drop-off location is in Taoyuan/Hsinchu, please note that 2-2.5 hours will be deducted from the total private charter car time to allow the driver to travel to and from Taipei.

— Attractions Introduction​​ —​​

- Simakus

Located at a high altitude (approximately 1,500 meters) in the mountains behind Jianshi Township, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, this Atayal tribe belongs to Yufeng Village in Jianshi Township. Its residents are all Atayal aboriginals. Due to its remote location, inaccessible transportation, and long-standing lack of electricity, it was once known as the Dark Tribe, the deepest aboriginal tribe in Taiwan. Later, the discovery of a sacred tree cluster led to tourism development, and it has now become a major tourist destination. Known as the "Tribe of God," the area is renowned throughout Taiwan for its giant red cypress forest. The journey from the tribe to the primeval forest takes about two hours. Once there, you can see a giant sacred tree known as the "Big Lord of the Sacred Trees." Approximately 2,500 years old, it measures 20.5 meters in circumference and stands approximately 35 meters tall. Its distinctive "human"-shaped trunk has attracted significant attention, making it a Furusato for cypress trees. It is a popular summer destination.

- Tribal Viewpoint/Hunter's Walkway

Located at the highest point in Simakus, it offers a bird's-eye view of the entire Simakus Tribe. A must-see if visiting Simakus, it's a must-see. There are two ways to reach it: one is from the road to the left in front of the visitor center, which is a gentle climb of less than 400 meters one way. The other is from the "Hunter's Trail," which is a steep climb of just over 200 meters and offers a chance to experience the Hunter's Trail.

- YAYA Giant Tree (YaYa Qparung)

Simakusi is famous throughout Taiwan for its giant red cypress forest. Here, you'll see a giant sacred tree known as "Big Lord," approximately 2,500 years old, with a circumference of 20.5 meters and a height of approximately 35 meters. Its most distinctive feature is its human-like shape, resembling a gentle mother, opening her arms to embrace her children who have come to visit the mountains, awaiting their arrival and hearing the sounds of the forest. It's said that when the Japanese invaded, the Simakusi people sought refuge here, hence the name "Yaya," meaning mother, in gratitude for its protection. (The Giant Tree Trail is approximately 5.2 kilometers long, and a 10.4-kilometer round trip hike takes between 4.5 and 5 hours.)

- Giant Trees Trail

Simakusi is renowned throughout Taiwan for its giant red cypress forest. Here, you'll see a giant sacred tree known as "Big Lord," approximately 2,500 years old, with a circumference of 20.5 meters and a height of approximately 35 meters. Its most distinctive feature is its human-like shape, resembling a gentle mother, opening her arms to embrace her children who visit the mountains, awaiting their arrival to hear the sounds of the forest. It's said that when the Japanese invaded, the Simakusi people sought refuge here, hence the name "Yaya," meaning "mother," to express gratitude for its protection and protection.

- Slifford Falls

The Silifu Waterfall Viewing Trail is a recently developed trail by the Simakus people. During the abundant summer rains, you can admire the majestic waterfalls. In autumn, you can enjoy the refreshing autumn scenery along the trail.

- Koraw Ecological Park

Koraw Ecological Park is an ecological trail located behind the Simakus Tribe. In the Atayal language, the name means "the fertile land where the tribe cultivates, and at sunset, they return to the tribe, their bodies always covered in dark black soil." It represents the beauty of the land and symbolizes a bountiful harvest year after year. The park is dominated by plants from the Lauraceae and Douglas families, and when the gentle breeze blows, it feels like being in a paradise on earth.

- Tribal Classroom

The tribal classrooms, which were launched in 2000, combine traditional and modern perspectives to create a tribal atmosphere through education. The classrooms have exterior walls made of stacked logs, and when you look up from inside the classroom, you have the opportunity to see eagles flying through the skylight.

- Canaan Coffee and Gourmet House

The Café and Food House, a large, meticulously designed wooden structure located on the tribal plateau in front of the New Canaan cabin, offers a wide variety of drinks and meals, along with a terrace offering stunning mountain views. An art shop is located nearby, offering a selection of tribal crafts, commemorative albums, and other creative creations.