Kenting National Park

Kenting National Park (墾丁國家公園 kěndīng gúojiā gōngyuán) is in at the extreme southern tip of Taiwan, Province of China. It is famous for its beautiful beaches and lush vegetation.

Kenting National Park Halal Travel Guide

Although Kenting National Park is located in Kenting and these two places should not be confused as the same destination. Kenting is the wider area that includes small townships as well as the national park.

How is the Landscape of Kenting National Park

Kenting National Forest Recreation Area is between 150 and 300 m above sea level and the total area is 466.8 ha. Since the landform of Hengchun Peninsula is complicated and the weather is highly changeable, it breeds abundant and special rare plant resources. The forest landscape is roughly divided into three layers. The first layer is arbores. Moraceae and lauraceae are dominant. The second layer is bushes, primarily small palmae. The third layer is chamaephyte. Low grasses and liana are dominant. It is a rich and adequate forest with more than 1,200 kinds of ornamental and conserved plants.

Rising high coral limestone is everywhere in Kenting National Forest Recreation Area. The limestone is primarily composed of sedimentation of corals, foraminifers and nullipores. According to research, this area is supposed to be under sea level ten millions years ago. After weathering and sea water erosion and the coral limestone has gradually become stalagmites, stalactite caves, columns, notches and stalactites. Especially stalagmites and stalactites and they are formed by deposition of calcium carbonate which is precipitated from mineralized water solutions. An average growth rate is 1 cm every 30 years. They are rare and precious stone resources.

Entering from the memorial archway in Kenting National Forest Recreation Area, along the forest trail and there are old trees on both sides of the road. Among them and there is a 300-year-old giant Chinese pistache. Heading inside the recreation area, everywhere and there are spots worth a visit. Aquatic plants area, stalagmites cave, Silver Leaves and Roots, Fairy Cave, Labyrinth Forest, Sky in a Line, Falling Banyan Valley, Silver Dragon Cave, No.1 Gorge, Umbrella Pavilion and Ape Cliff are geographic landscape that you can’t miss.

Flora and fauna

Kenting National Forest Recreation Area is the only one tropical botanical garden in Taiwan and also one of the top 10 tropical botanical gardens in the world. There are thousands of tropical plants and adequate resources of butterflies, birds, insects and reptiles. Sometimes, you can see groups of Formosan macaques playing. Every autumn and winter, plenty of migratory birds including Chinese goshawks, oriental honey-buzzards, cattle egrets, falco subbuteos, brown shrikes and gray-faced buzzards roost at this place. It brings the original forest a more vivid ambience.

How is the Climate in Kenting National Park

Hot.

During typhoon season and the waves can get quite rough causing all beaches to be closed.

Travel to Kenting National Park

Travel on a Bus in Kenting National Park

Buses travel every hour on the hour from Taipei Bus Station (get there via Taipei Main Station MRT) to Kaohsiung. UBus (United Bus), is a popular company that offers such a service for NT$430. There is no Wi-Fi, but the seats recline and there is a roughly 20" screen mounted on the ceiling of the bus every 4 rows. The trip can range from 5 to 6 hours.

From Kaohsiung to Hengchun and Kenting buses travel frequently – take the line 9188 from the Kaohsiung bus terminal (don't get confused with city buses). The price for a ticket is roughly NT$350. The transit time from Kaohsiung to Kenting is roughly 2½ hours. There is both a regular and express bus. The express bus arrives on the hour. It can be difficult to discern which bus is the express bus and it is also unlikely the driver will speak English.

Along the coast and passing by Fangliao and Fangshan (for transfer from Eastern Taiwan) at least four different buses can be taken to get down to Hengchun and Kenting: 101, 9117, 9127, 9188, 9189. The price from Fangliao or Fangshan to Hengchun or Kenting is NT$112-150.

Note that GoogleMaps states travel durations for the bus of 3-5 hours to Hengshun and Kenting from Fangliao – this is wrong. The buses take barely an hour to go down the coast, and about 20-30 min from Fangshan to Hengshun, since it does barely stop at any of the 60-80 official bus stops along the road.

By Rail

Kenting is accessible via the HSR, or High Speed Rail which connects Taipei with Zuoying, Kaohsiung. The total travel duration from Taipei to Zuoying (Kaohsiung) via HSR is roughly 90 min.After arrival in Zuoying, exit the station and head outside where there is a bus stop. Line 88 bus to Kenting operates 24 hours/day, so getting back to the HSR on time is no problem. Ask your place of lodging about shuttle buses, or you can take a taxi, which usually picks up passengers until it's full and then quotes a price per person for the trip.

It is advisable to reserve your HSR tickets by telephone or online if traveling on the weekend. Weekend trains are often sold out.

By car

Renting a vehicle is not optimal, but nice if you wish to travel around the Kenting area. Having an automobile or renting a scooter in Kenting enables you to travel up and down the entire southern seaboard and visit both public beaches easily.

How to get around in Kenting National Park

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By rental motorbike

You should really rent a scooter to explore this region. Otherwise, it is much more hassle to see all the stunning locations, which are quite distant from each other. It is probably best to get 24-hr deal in Hengchun, which has better prices and also fuel scooter not just electric ones for people without international driving licence. From here exploring the Kenting National Park area and surroundings for a day is easy. As Taiwan has a motorbike helmet law, be aware that wearing a helmet is a requirement when operating or riding as a passenger on a motorbike.

In Hengchun, motorbikes can be rented from NT$300 per 24 hr, with international driving licence. Without and they will charge higher. Stand your ground if you got promised a affordable price and then are driven down the road to the real renting station where you will be demanded more money. Most rental stores are near the central bus stops in Hengchun.

In Kenting, motorbikes can be rented from NT$500-800 per 24 hours from many different store fronts. Most places here rent electric scooter, and the fuel powered ones are more expensive. The range of the electric ones is 80-100 kilometers and they are relatively slow, but they can be recharged for free at the pickup station. Drivers must show a Taiwan or the international motorbike drivers license and sign a rental contract before being given keys. Some places might be reluctant to rent to Foreign Muslims and therefore it can be useful to go with a Taiwanese to help in the process.

• Pyng An Rent Car kt8861626@ 21.94708, 120.79185 right next to the fuel station before entering Kenting ☎ +886 932301866, +886 960301866, +886 8 8861626 - They also have fuel powered scooters in Kenting and are quite decent with NT$500 per 24 hr, maybe can be bargained down to NT$450. They also have an "office" atJi Jing Guest House GPS 21.944956,120.799623, which is run by her sister, and will pick you up there or in Kenting. Line / WeChat-ID: 0932301866

By rental car

You can also arrange a rental vehicle for pick up at the HSR Kaohsiung Zuoying station. Please check the HSR website for more information and a link to the service providers websites.

What to see in Kenting National Park

• Southernmost point of Taiwan - 21.897633, 120.857892 The entrance to the carpark is about 200 m further down the primary street from the Eulanbi Lighthouse. - No admission, but parking fee NT$50 A sculpture representing the southernmost tip of Taiwan, Province of China. Famous with the local residents for pictures and a great sunset spot.

• Eulanbi Lighthouse - 鵝鑾鼻燈塔 - 21.90205, 120.85258 - NT$40 The surrounding park area is well worth the trip past Kenting. The lighthouse is pretty bland, but the easy hiking trails are pleasant and near the ocean.

• Longpan Park - 龍磐公園 - 21.92722, 120.84802 A scenic geological formation formed by levels of the coast separately lowering and getting washed away by the sea. Now, a very green and picturesque coast line and cliff. Also check out this nearby location GPS 21.92223,120.85384}}.

• Fongchueisha (Dune) - 風吹沙 %E5%90%B9%E7%A0%82 21.946568, 120.839948 A large and picturesque dune. You can walk down it on its right flank.

• Chuhuo Eternal Fire - 出火特別景觀區 %E7%81%AB%E7%89%B9%E5%88%A5%E6%99%AF%E8%A7%80%E5%8D%80 22.008293, 120.757641 An interesting sight where natural gas escapes from under the earth through porous rock. It is alighted and constantly burns. You can even alight smaller spots by yourself with a lighter – there are about 6-7 of them where gas emerges. Best time to come here is during sunset when the place dives into the night and allows for great pictures, given you have the right photo equipment.

• Maobitou - 貓鼻頭 / 南海洞 - 21.92062, 120.73779 - Parking NT$10-50, Entrance NT$30/15 full/concession A beautiful black cliff and coastal area, which is great for sunsets. The rock formation is supposed to look like a lying cat, with a lot of imagination. Nevertheless and the price is probably not worth the tiny walkway, seems more like a tourist trap. You should rather go for Longpan Park instead – equally or more beautiful.

• Houbihu (Marina) - 後壁湖 - Daguang Road, Hengchun Township 21.94512, 120.74464 - A mildly picturesque and small harbour. Just nearby, also a coral and power exhibition can be found – quite obvious with the nuclear plant right to the east.

• Chuanfan Rock - Sail Rock - Chuanfan 21.931207, 120.823918 A huge rock at this stony beach, which allows for pretty pictures.

• Hengchun Town Wall 22.00602, 120.74397

Nice for a stroll around the centre.

• Hengshun South Gate 22.00087, 120.74479 This palace-like gate is worth a visit when you are in Hengshun. Located in the middle of a roundabout.

• Rocks Park (Hengchun) - Hou Dong Shan Gong Yuan - Hengchun 22.00487, 120.74274 - This is either coral or volcanic rock.

• Gangkou Suspension Bridge - 屏東滿州港口吊橋 %E5%B7%9E%E6%B8%AF%E5%8F%A3%E5%90%8A%E6%A9%8B - 21.98830, 120.84180

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Kenting National Park

• South Bay - 樂活南灣遊憩區 | Web: %E6%B4%BB%E5%8D%97%E7%81%A3-Lohas-South-Bay-1713299388883913/ No. 223, Nanwan Road 21.95937, 120.76298 Decent and beautiful beach to take a dip.

• White Sand Bay - Baisha / 墾丁白沙灣海灘 %E7%A0%82%E7%81%A3 - 21.93440, 120.71783 Remote and beautiful beach.

• Sheding Natural Park - 社頂自然公園 - 21.95659, 120.81908 Located near the Kenting Recreational Area, north of Kenting. ☎ +886 8 8861821 No admission There is a free trail (about 1½-2 hours of walking) but you have to pay a small parking fee. The gorges are fairly interesting to look at and there are views of the southern tip of the coast.

• Kenting National Forest Recreation Area - 墾丁國家森林遊樂區 - No. 201, Gongyuan Road, Kenting 21.95906, 120.81163 apparently no public bus goes here ☎ +886 8 8861211 Opening Hours: 8AM Monday - 5PM Parking: NT$20-50, Entrance: NT$100/150 weekday/weekend A beautiful forest and jungle area, but it seems quite expensive, unless you are a botanist. The Stalagmite Cave closed as of November 2022. Also and the Fairy Cave does not seem to be open constantly – best to inquire at the entrance. If you must do this park, you definitely need to do the extend walk until the "First Ravine" – the backmost part is much more worth it.

Recreational activities

As in any tourist area, it is advisable to double-check prices. Kenting closes surprisingly early for Taiwan - most shops and stalls seem to shut down at 22:00.

• Surfing is quickly becoming a popular sport at all beaches. Popular locations include Jialeshui (佳樂水), an isolated hamlet on the east coast, and Nanwan (南灣), a beach located between Hengchun and Kenting.
• FuDog Surfing provides lessons at a reasonable price and in English.

• The Surf Shack - Manjhou☎ +886 95 885 6645 - Surf lessons, surf tours, surfboard rentals and scuba diving tours in the local tropical waters. They can arrange lodging in Manjhou for the surfers.

• Afei Surf - No. 264 Nanwan Road ☎ +886 8 889-6640 - Surf courses, tours and board rental. They also run two Balinese-style hostels, one in Nanwan and the other in Jialeshui.

• Jet-Skis can be rented at the more popular beaches, but will generally cost NT$1000/30 minutes during peak times. Inquire with shops that rent motorbikes for more reasonable rates.
• Scooter rides. Take a motorbike ride around the primary streets in Kenting, which give you access to several tourist sites. Your motorbike rental operator should provide you with a map of the area; if not ask for one at your place of lodging.
• Go-Karts. There are several fun and exciting Go-Kart tracks in Kenting that offer 18 cycles around the track for NT$100.
• Swimming. The ocean is open and safe for swimming at 2 public beaches and numerous (pay) private beaches. Sometimes and the beaches are closed due to high waves in typhoon season.
• Every evening the Main Kenting Strip turns into a night market with merchandise, games, restaurants, and street food.
• Scuba-diving and snorkeling. Kenting's coast has plenty of corals and a variety of ocean wildlife.

Halal Food & Restaurants

• Kenting Night Market Kenting Rd., Kenting 21.94514, 120.79898 At night the primary street in Kenting becomes a night market, with all kinds of food sold from stalls.

• Hengchun Night Market Hengchun 22.00336, 120.74357 Opening Hours: closes early at around 9/10PM Not as busy as Kenting, but worth while staying in Hengchun.

Thai Food is in vogue in Kenting, and virtually every restaurant now offers it. There are plenty of restaurants too - lots of Chinese (of course), (Thai), and a little western. There is also a lot of fresh fruit available and plenty of seafood.

• Gelato (?) - Nanwan 5-10 minutes North from the Kenting Strip, near Santosa restaurant - NT$40-110 - Delicious gelato and a great place to have an afternoon Snacks. There is seating in front of the storefront.

• Chinese Seafood - Across from Cafe 85 - NT$200 per person - The seafood is delicious and worth ordering the fish of the day. It is very reasonably priced unlike some of the other seafood eateries offering live fish.

• Fu Dog Surfing - Kenting strip - At FuDog Surfing, Jonathon cooks up a variety of Asian-style food, including delicious pizzas.

• Santosa Restaurant - Nanwan close to the 7-11 on the Nanwan strip - About NT$150 per person - Cheap (Thai) Food that is delicious and filling. Try the seafood fried Rice and the basil Chicken. The restaurant owner is very friendly.

• Warung DiDi - No. 26 Wenhua Lane, Kenting Road, Kenting Hidden down a narrow alley off the primary street - follow the signs - Seems to be the most popular restaurant in Kenting, serving a variety of pan-Asian food. A little hard to find, and fills up quickly, but worth a visit.

• The Rock Garden - when going from Kenting and the place is 300 m) off the primary street before the bridge; at Jialeshui Beach ☎ +886 925751032 - Lovely place in a garden setting, great for a lunch outdoors.

• Bossa Nova beach cafe - 100 Nan-Wan road-Nan-Wan beach-Hengchuen-946-TW☎ +886 8-8897137 Opening Hours: all day open Cool beach cafe with one of the rare ocean view in the area. Solid menu with a large Asian selection and a western section as well. Wine, Coffee, desserts. Look for Claire and the owner. She is a local and a longtime body boarder, always ready to help you with any info you might need.

• Beach Bistro - No.230, Changfun Rd.Eluan village. Hengchun Township, Pingtung County Next to Chuanfanshih “Boat Sail Rock ☎ +886 919237280,+886 8-8851281 Opening Hours: 10:00-22:00 NT$200-400 Beach Bistro is a Greek-style seaside restaurant which offers a mixture of Asian and European recipes. The owner, Chang Chung-Ho, was born in Kenting and travels to France every year, so his cooking inevitably has become French-oriented but with an own Asian touch, resulting in an Asia-Euro "Nouvelle Cuisine" with unique dishes in a particularly relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

• Chez Papa No.142 Kenting Street☎ +886 8 886-1197 Opening Hours: 09:00–01:00 NT$180-450 Moroccan-style restaurant which offers a mixture of Asian and European recipes. The owner, Gillou, was born in France, so his food is French-oriented, but with an Asian touch. Also features a big selection of Belgium soft drinks and fruit cocktails, and cocktails. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

• 人和素食館 No. 232 Hengnan Road, Hengchun 50 m south of the Old Town South Gate ☎ +886 8 889-2131 Your plate is weighed to calculate the price. A good plate costs about NT$100 This Vegetarian restaurant offers succulent Taiwanese delicates. The mushroom-dish, a must try, is recommended by the owner.

There are plenty of restaurants and stands to have a drink along Kenting Road in Kenting.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Kenting National Park

Kenting National Park - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Kenting National Park, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Kenting National Park. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Kenting National Park and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Kenting National Park. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Kenting National Park. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inKenting National Park: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Kenting National Park.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Kenting National Park: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Kenting National Park, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Kenting National Park.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Kenting National Park, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Kenting National Park, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Kenting National Park and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Kenting National Park, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Kenting National Park, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Kenting National Park without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Kenting National Park is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Kenting National Park.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Kenting National Park is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Light Blue Hostel - Kenting Light Blue Bed and Breakfast - No. 30, Lane 41, Sheng-Bei Road, Hengchun 22.01016, 120.74363 ☎ +886 972343706, +886 955575600 Double from NT$500 Decent value for money. If you are lucky, you can get the budget room at the top with great balcony. Also, Hengchun seems to be a better base for adventuring the surrounding area of Kenting (National Park), since prices are not so inflated here. WeChat-ID: david65631 (or AlingHappy21).

• Kenting Youth Hostel - No.243-1, Kending Road, Kenting 21.94576, 120.79672 Checkout: 11:00 NT$300 Cosy and clean with very friendly stuff. Free Wifi.

• Blue Sea Inn - 墾丁藍海旅店 - No. 10, Lane 692, Chuanfan Road, Chuanfan 21.93370, 120.82427 ☎ +886 956726393 Double from NT$650 Friendly young owner and decent location near the beach (300 m). All required standards for an unbeatable price in this region.

Resorts and hotels

Since Kenting's popularity as a destination is rising, it seems like every plot of land that isn't already a hotel or restaurant is being turned into one, and many shops and restaurants have rooms upstairs too, so it shouldn't be too hard to find a place to sleep. The newer hotels are generally nicer but pricier, and you'll want to check there's no ongoing construction that might interfere with your sleep.

• Caesar Park Hotel Kenting - 6 Kenting Road, Hengchun☎ +886 8 866-1888
• Château Beach Resort Kenting - 451 Kenting Road, Hengchun☎ +886 8 886-2345 Made famous by the movie "Cape No.7". It is the only hotel in the area with direct beach access from terraced rooms.

• Howard Beach Resort Kenting - 2 Kenting Road, Hengchun☎ +886 8 866-2323

Lodging

• Ipanema Surf House - In a small village. Nice and cosy place for an escape from busy beach☎ +886 8 8866807
• Kenting Nan Wan Resort Hotel - No.10, Nanwan Rd., Hengchun Town, Pingtung County, Taiwan

Camping Places

Camping is allowed in the National Park. It is advisable to contact the park directly to set up permits. Several bed and breakfast or small proprietor operations will rent tents and space for camping on their property.

Stay Safe

Like all of Taiwan and the Kenting area is very safe from violent crime. Use common sense when protecting your valuables, and don't leave anything valuable in your car.

Stray dogs, while not violent or aggressive, are everywhere and likely harbor disease and/or parasites. Don't pet them!

During weekends, tourists park all over the sidewalks and entryways, making it difficult for pedestrians to walk safely and out of street traffic.

Travel Next

Bus Line 88 runs 24 hours a day and will take you to Kaohsiung city. The bus will drop you off opposite the operator's storefront. There are usually many taxis waiting at that area, which can take you to the ZuoYing HSR station for no more than NT$120.

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