Skip the crowds and spend a private day driving Taiwan’s raw east coast—ocean cliffs, wave-cut platforms, tide pools and a hands-on jade-hunting stop at Baibow Stream. Perfect for families and nature lovers wanting an easy, scenic day outside Hualien.
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The Pacific pushes against the cliffs as your private driver-steers the coastal road out of Hualien, hairpin bends revealing sudden ocean horizons and wind that seems to push you forward.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light physical activity; should be comfortable walking 10–30 minutes over uneven terrain and short stair sections.
Wildlife
History
Indigenous Amis communities and other tribes valued local nephrite and jade for ornaments and rituals; coastal geology helped concentrate small jade pebbles in streams downstream of old mining sites.
Conservation
Intertidal platforms and streams are fragile—avoid prying animals from pools, pack out trash, and follow local rules about stone collection to limit erosion and habitat damage.
Reserve your spot on the Custom East Coast & Jade Hunting Private Day Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check tide tables
Tide times determine access to Shitiping and many tide pools—plan low tide windows to safely explore marine life.
Sturdy, grippy shoes
Shoes with good tread keep you safe on slippery rock platforms and streambeds during jade hunting.
Sun protection
Bring sunblock, hat and sunglasses; coastal glare increases UV exposure even on overcast days.
Limit jade removal
Collect only small, loose stones and follow your guide’s advice—larger extraction may be restricted to protect sites.
Sturdy trail shoes
Grip and ankle support for rocky shorelines and streambeds.
Reusable water bottle (1–2 L)
Stay hydrated in sun and wind; bottled water is provided but refills are handy.
Wide-brim hat & sunscreen
Protection from strong coastal sun and reflected glare.
summer
Light rain jacket
Coastal weather changes quickly—useful against wind-driven mist or sudden showers.
spring