TW · New Taipei · 24.87°N 121.55°E

wulai

Riverside hot springs, a waterfall and Atayal food in the hills south of Taipei.

Best time
Winter is hot spring season, and cherry blossoms appear around February. Summer is good for the river, but heavy rain or typhoons can close the road.
How long
Half a day to 1 day
Getting there
Fly from KL to Taipei (about 5 hours). From Xindian MRT station, a bus takes about 40 minutes up the valley to Wulai.
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Dear group chat,Riverside hot springs, a waterfall and Atayal food in the hills south of Taipei.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingWulaiTW, New Taipei
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≈ 3,219 km from KL, as the crow flies
A bridge in Wulai

Photo: Alexander Synaptic from Taipei, Taiwan · CC BY-SA 2.0

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A mountain district south of Taipei and home to the Atayal people. It's known for hot springs along a clear river, a tall waterfall and Atayal food on the old street. It's an easy escape from the city, about an hour away.

Makan

  1. Bamboo tube riceSticky rice steamed in bamboo, an Atayal staple.Map ↗
  2. Wild boar sausageGrilled sausages, often eaten with raw garlic on the side.Map ↗
  3. MaqawAtayal mountain pepper with a lemony taste, used in local dishes and drinks.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Wulai Old StreetA short street of Atayal snacks and souvenir shops above the river.Map ↗
  2. Hot springsSoak at one of the hot spring hotels, many with private rooms over the river.Map ↗
  3. Wulai WaterfallA tall, slender waterfall down the valley side, an easy walk from the old street.Map ↗
  4. Wulai Atayal MuseumA small museum on Atayal history, weaving and facial tattoos.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Hot spring rules vary: some pools are mixed with swimwear, others are single-sex and nude. Check before you go in.
  • Don't swim in the river after rain. The water rises fast.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.