Xitou Natural Education Area｜Phytoncide Forest Bathing × The Most Healing Green Travel in Nantou

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Xitou Natural Education Area｜Phytoncide Forest Bathing × The Most Healing Green Travel in Nantou

If you long to escape the hustle and bustle, wash away fatigue, and step into a true forest world, Nantou's【Xitou Natural Education Area】will be an irreplaceable healing sanctuary in your heart.

This forest paradise located inLugu Township, Nantou, covers over250 hectares of pristine forest land, making it one of Taiwan's most famous forest recreation areas and a favorite destination for family outings, nature education, and photography and hiking enthusiasts.

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Forest Highlights × Nature's Scent in Every Breath

• Phytoncide-Rich Forest Bathing Ground
  　Strolling through the park, precious tree species including pine, fir, red cypress, and yellow cypress stand tall, with the air filled with natural essential oils released by the trees, providing excellent benefits for respiratory health and mental well-being

• Paradise for Ecological Observation
  　This is a habitat for various birds, insects, and small mammals. Walking on the trails, you can often see Taiwan blue magpies, squirrels, bamboo partridges, and rhinoceros beetles among other natural neighbors

• Well-Developed Trail System × Zero-Difficulty Forest Access
  　Features multiple hiking routes including【Canopy Walkway】,【University Pond】,【Sacred Tree Trail】,【Ginkgo Forest Trail】, and【Observation Platform】, offering comfortable and safe walking suitable for all seasons and ages

 

Recommended Itinerary and Tour Routes

Suggested Itinerary:
▶ Canopy Walkway → Sacred Tree Trail → University Pond → Ginkgo Forest Area (autumn and winter only) → Xitou Ecological Exhibition Hall

Recommended stay duration: approximately 2-3 hours, suitable for half-day or full-day trips

Nearby Attractions:
Shanlinxi Forest Recreation Area, Monster Village, Neihu Elementary School (Castle in the Sky Campus), Xitou Monster Market

Charter Car Day Trip Recommendation × Xitou + Monster Village Green Route

Sample Itinerary:
Depart from Taichung → Xitou Natural Education Area → Monster Village lunch + photography → Shanlinxi Forest Recreation Area → Return to city

Suitable for: families with children / senior travelers / hiking and photography enthusiasts
Private car service eliminates parking worries and offers flexible stay duration!

Images and text sourced from: (Taichung Tourism Website Taichung Tourism - photos and partial text copyright belongs to original authors)


 

Benefits of Charter Car Tourism

1. Flexible Itinerary, Arranged at Will

   • Compared to public transportation or self-driving, charter cars allow travelers tofreely decide on destinations, stay duration, and itinerary order.

   • Not restricted by bus or train schedules, making travel more flexible.
      

2. Professional Drivers, No Traffic Worries

   • Drivers familiar with local road conditions can plan optimal routes, avoiding traffic jams and detours.

   • No need to worry about parking, drivers will arrange suitable drop-off and pick-up points.
      

3. Perfect for Families, Seniors, and Group Travel

   • Eliminates the hassle of carrying luggage and changing transportation, perfect for family trips with children and elderly members.

   • Multiple vehicle options available, 5-seater, 7-seater, and 9-seater vehicles can be flexibly arranged according to group size.
      

4. Comfortable and Safe, Enhancing Travel Quality

   • Private charter cars ensure clean and tidy interior environment for a more comfortable riding experience.

   • Rest and recharge anytime during the journey, avoiding the fatigue of long journeys.