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Kenting National Park

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Kenting National Park

Located on the southern tip of Taiwan, Kenting National Park a popular holiday or day trip destination for locals and visitors alike. This large recreational area of outstanding and varied natural beauty is home to sandy beaches, weird and wonderful rock formations and stalagmite-filled grottos caused by centuries of erosion. There are forests and beautiful tree-lined hikes, as well as the only tropical botanical garden in Taiwan. Visitors come for a range of outdoor pursuits; some head to the beach for fun both on top and beneath the water, which is home to attractive sealife. Hikers and rock-climbers explore the natural pathways and cavernous wonderlands, while thrill-seekers explore the area by road on speedy scooters. At night, the main strip is the focus as all the visitors converge at the night market.

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Botanical garden

One of only ten tropical botanical gardens in the world, guests will find here a place that’s home to thousands of species of exotic flora and fauna. brightly-colored flowers attract butterflies and in the cooler months, migratory birds including Chinese goshawks, oriental honey-buzzards come here to roost. At times it’s possible to see lively groups of Formosan macaques playing.

Hiking

The varied terrain in the national park makes for an interesting and beautiful range of trails for all abilities. Forests filled with colorful wildlife and vegetation make for lovely shaded walks, while limestone gorges and caves appeal to intrepid climbers.

Night market

A great range of authentic food and souvenirs is available and the entertainment includes music and games, which makes for an evening of family fun.

Scuba diving

The rugged coasts off Kenting National Park make for an underwater wonderland filled with exotic fish and stunning coral. The best way to explore the sub-marine world is with a scuba tour and many companies operate from the beach.

Watersports

As well as being ideal for swimming, Kenting’s beaches are a haven for all manner of high-speed activities, including jet-skiing and surfing. Equipment is available for hire from the public and private beaches.

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Caesar Park Hotel

Kenting National Park, Taiwan

Caesar Park Hotel boasts an excellent reputation that’s well-deserved and since opening in 1986, it’s been a firm favorite among visitors to Kenting National Park. Perfectly-located on the Hengchun Peninsula, it offers easy access to the park with its sandy beaches and forest hiking trails, while remaining a secluded and peaceful getaway of its own. The hotel’s bright, welcoming guest rooms are spacious, elegantly-designed with stylish touches such as stand alone bath tubs and balconies with views out to sea. With Western and Chinese restaurants, not to mention a garden barbecue, guests’ taste buds will be satisfied. Meanwhile, sophisticated drinks flow generously in the Lobby Lounge and Beach Bar. Amidst lush green gardens and beneath shady palm fronds sprawls the large outdoor pool, while there are leisure activities for all ages, including a kids’ club.

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