Taiwan in May

March to May and the temperatures gradually rise in Taiwan, seeing the start of beautiful spring weather, warm and just a little wet. Average temperatures are usually between 15ºC and 27ºC (58-79ºF), with rainfall about 50 mm per month for the season. March is the beginning of the cherry blossom season and the bright pinks are a joy to watch slowly come into bloom, particularly in the pristine mountain town of Alishan in the south, with its forests, tea plantations and ancient Aboriginal villages. Kenting National Park in the tropical south is also superb at this time of year, encompassing beautiful beaches and low mountains, ancient villages, natural protected areas, and sleepy fishing harbors.

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Taiwan Top to Bottom with Kids

Gather the family and head to Taiwan for a 9-day trip through the island’s most exciting cities and postcard-perfect natural landscapes that is sure to captivate and teach even the youngest traveler. Education and entertainment can be found hand in hand at interactive museums, cultural villages, ancient tea houses, community farms and temples throughout the island, from Taipei down to Kaosiung. Relish these good times with the whole family and come away with fond memories and new lessons for everyone.

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Duration: 9 days / 8 nights

Price Per Person: From $6,300

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Recommended Festivals For Taiwan in May

Penghu Ocean Fireworks Festival

April-June

Penghu County, comprised of a gorgeous collection of islands dotted around the Taiwan Strait, draws in thousands of visitors with its annual fireworks festival. Over a week in June, residents and tourists take their positions opposite the incredible Xiying Rainbow Bridge, ready to watch the displays against this unique backdrop.

Location Penghu, Taiwan

Spring Wave Music & Art Festival

April-May

The huge outdoor Spring Wave Music and Art Festival is Taiwan’s answer to Glastonbury, with none of the mud. The focus is more on the music, rather than art, with this two-day concert at Hengchun arena (Hengchun Airport) hosting an assortment of national and international acts across more genres than you can shake your hips at.

Location Hengchun, Taiwan

Lukang Dragon Boat Festival

May-June

Kicking off in May and not ending until the following month, the Dragon Boat Festival in the old city of Lukang produces a carnival-like atmosphere, with cultural exhibitions, games, local food stalls, calligraphy performances, music, and of course, the fiercely contested dragon boat races that thousands cheer on by the river.

Location Lukang, Taiwan

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