Visiting Yehliu Geopark from Taipei

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Have ever visited Sedona, Arizona, and feel transported into a Martian atmosphere? If so, you will experience the same feelings when visiting Yehliu Geopark. If you closed your eyes and you were dropped right into the park, you would think you were on an alien planet, except for the selfie sticks and instagrammers. The park is located on the north coast of Taiwan and is scattered with mushroom and honeycomb like formations due to sea erosion. Thanks to science and mother nature, we can now gaze at these quirky landscapes for a small fee. Easy to access, Yehliu Geopark is a great way to see the coast of Taiwan and some unique landscapes. Where else can you view natural seascapes shaped like the queens head, ice cream or a Japanese Geisha?

Yehliu ended up being a surprise trip for me and only took half a day to explore from Taipei. I was there in about an hour, took some photos, explored, sweat a lot (real talk) and drooled over the sea views. I was back in time to check some coffee places off my list in Taipei in no time!

Quick info & Tips

Open from 8am-5pm
Visiting Yehliu Geopark can easily be only a half day (few hours)
I took bus 1815/1815A to Yeliu
The bus to Yehliu Geopark from Taipei has amazing seating, USB outlets, air conditioning and wifi
Adult entry fee is NTD80 (less than 3USD)
Children 6-12 entry fee is NTD40
Wear comfortable shoes, sun tan lotion, bug spray (if you have it) and beware of heat! Go early if you can 🙂

Most important tip when visiting Yehliu Geopark

Don’t miss a chance to explore beyond the honeycomb madness! Although you will find some crowds and tour buses of the sort, you can easily escape and have STUNNING views! When you walk past both areas that contain the mushroom formations, head up the stairs and climb the cliff (easy peasy, not crazy hiking). Butterflies, nature (hence the bug spray) and blue water that run into the cliffs all can be viewed a short walk away.

Moral of the story – be curious, explore; but of course, be safe (they will have red lines that you can’t cross for your safety). Don’t be like me and accidentally climb past the line and get whistle blasted by those making sure these formations are cared for.