Hengchun Town

The restaurant service was excellent; they kept the tables clean and constantly replenished the food, including crabs and shrimp. The service at the entrance, however, was less enthusiastic and cold; I guess they're just too busy.

It was a truly rare opportunity to go backstage and witness firsthand the care and maintenance of the marine life in the aquarium. Usually, we only see the exhibits, but this time, by actually understanding the details of breeding, care, and environmental management, we could better appreciate the professionalism and dedication of the staff. It was a very special and meaningful experience.

The sika deer were so cute and well-behaved. The chocolate almonds were delicious. I don't know if the rabbit was afraid of people or if it was too full to be fed because it ran away so fast. 🥹

As soon as we entered, a staff member kindly guided us. When we said we wanted to see the sunset, they told us, "You still have time, so you can leave the park and come back when it's time." (Re-entry was permitted.) And the sunset we watched from the recommended Canghai Pavilion was truly magnificent!

The bus ride was very convenient. The aquarium was very empty because it was a weekday. It's an impressive aquarium, but it's difficult to see everything in just a few hours. The bus travels along the coast to the destination, so you can enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery. Along the way, the bus makes stops at some great spots, allowing for beachcombing, which the kids absolutely loved! The restaurant where we had lunch after the aquarium was great value and delicious. The seafood, in particular, was superb. This one-day tour, where we enjoyed the great outdoors including the national park, is highly recommended! *Since there were few Japanese people, our Taiwanese guide provided commentary in Chinese, English, and Japanese. His Japanese was a little difficult to understand, which made ordering lunch particularly challenging. He was a good guide, though. That was the only downside, but everything else was perfect!