Syakaro Historic Trail Day Tour
Our guests and guide will spend almost the entire day hiking the famous Syakaro Historic Trail. The Syakaro Historic Trail straddles Jianshi Township and Wufeng Township in Hsinchu County. This is a bucket-list hiking experience among many hikers in Taiwan. Along the way, hikers will experience a trail rich in historical and cultural significance, as well as the stunning scenery of the surrounding mountains and forests.
From the pick-up location at Taipei Main Station, guests will take private transportation to the trailhead of Syakaro Historic Trail. Starting off from Wufeng Township, guests will hike as a group and pass through unique historical sites and abandoned buildings from a bygone era. Guests will cross over suspension bridges in the midst of beautiful and dense forested valleys.
The Syakaro Historic Trail, meaning “black heart stone” in the Atayal language, has been designated a National Trail in Taiwan and is a remote thru-hike. Guests are expected to prepare their own breakfast, lunch, and snacks on the trail. Guests will also be expected to bring sufficient water for the day, as there are no water sources available along the Syakaro Historic Trail. Upon completing the trail, our private transportation will pick up guests and transfer the group back to Taipei Main Station.
Private Tour Price
Flat-rate for groups of up to 6 guests. This experience is currently available as a custom, private tour only. Includes private transport, bilingual guide, and insurance.
INQUIRE FOR CUSTOM TOURTour Highlights
- Hike 22km along one of Taiwan’s famous National Trails.
- Visit several abandoned Japanese-era police stations.
- Experience the 140m-high Baishi Suspension Bridge.
- Private and Return Door-to-Door Transportation with drop-off and pick-up at either end of this epic trail.
- Experienced, bilingual and licensed guide.
Online Guide to Syakaro Historic Trail
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Tour Details & Options
Tour Schedule
- 05:30 – Bus Pick Up Taipei Main Station (alternate pick up locations available upon request. Additional costs may apply)
- 08:30 – Arrive: Syakaro Historic Trail Trailhead in Wufeng Township, Hsinchu.
- 08:30 – 17:30 – Hike 22km along the famed Syakaro Historic Trail ending in Jianshi Township, Hsinchu.
- 17:45 – Bus Departure from Syakaro Historic Trail.
- 21:45 – Estimated Arrival at Taipei Main Station.
Note: The departure time from Taipei Main Station is prior to the opening of the Taipei Metro. Guests are required to find their own way to Taipei Main Station. Please plan ahead and purchase the required transportation services well before the departure date for this tour.
*This is a suggested itinerary, however guests can modify departure and pick up times as per their desired schedule. Some flexibility is available if guests wish to visit other destinations within the allocated tour window. These are estimated times and are dependent on traffic to/from the destination.
Trail Details
Trail Type: Moderate to Challenging Mountain Trail.
Total Trail Distance: 22km.
Altitude: 1247~1507m.
Estimated Hiking Time: 8 hours.
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Difficulty Rating of Trail: 3/5.
This trail is considered a moderate to challenging route. This trail is not overly technical and only features a total of 260m elevation gains but does cover a significant distance and is remote. There are a few sections that require guests who are comfortable climbing down/up a ladder with a steep descent. There are some other sections that require scrambling across uneven terrain, but generally, this is a well-maintained trail.
Guests should be in moderate to good physical fitness and be comfortable hiking on uneven terrain for extended periods of time. Please consider your own abilities before joining this trip.
Important Notice
⚠️ PICK UP / DROP OFF LOCATION: Our pick-up / drop-off location for this tour will be Taipei Main Station. To ensure we are able to complete the hike in daylight, the departure time is 5:30am. If a guest requires an alternate pick up/drop off location, please include a note at check-out or send an email to info@originwild.com.tw. Additional costs may apply.
⚠️ TOUR SUITABILITY: This trail is suitable for guests who are capable of walking long distances over uneven terrain. While this trail has little elevation gains and doesn’t feature any technical climbing or mountaineering, it is a long thru-hike at 22km. This tour is not recommended for children or guests who have difficult with some physical activities, particularly those who experience high blood pressure or seizures. Please consider your own hiking ability before booking this tour.
⚠️ GROUP SIZE: Our Syakaro Historic Trail Day Tour can be booked for groups up to 6 guests. The maximum group size for this tour is 6 in our standard vehicles. If you have a team of more than 6, please contact us directly to discuss larger transport logistics.
⚠️ TOUR AVAILABILITY: This tour is available year-round as a private, custom experience. Custom tours must be booked with sufficient notice to ensure vehicle and guide availability.
⚠️ MEALS & WATER: Guests are expected to prepare their own breakfast, lunch, and snacks on the trail. Guests will also be expected to bring sufficient water for the day, as there are no water sources available along the Syakaro Historic Trail.
Do you have any other questions? Please contact us directly at info@originwild.com.tw.
What’s Included
- Bilingual (Chinese/English) driver and mountain guide services
- Private and Return Door-to-Door Transportation
- Guided hike of the 22km Syakaro Historic Trail
- Assistance with drop-off and pick-up at either end of this epic trail
- Passenger insurance (on van) & Travel Agency Liability Insurance
- Local support by telephone and private LINE/WhatsApp group
Dates & Pricing
Private Tours Only
There are currently no scheduled public group trips for the Syakaro Historic Trail Day Tour at this time. This experience is currently available as a fully private, custom tour tailored to your group of up to 6 guests.
INQUIRE FOR A CUSTOM TOURPlan Your Custom Adventure
This is a private, custom experience. Let us know your preferred dates and group size, and our team will get back to you with availability and a final quote.
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