【Get Discounts】22 Theme Parks Slash Prices for Summer Vacation Madness!

By MOOK Scenic Spots & Travel Life Network Editorial Team

 

Summer vacation is here—where can you have fun and stay cool? The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has teamed up with 22 theme parks across Taiwan to launch a variety of refreshing activities this summer. Whether it’s enjoying the forest’s phytoncides in the scorching heat, cooling off at a water park, or riding thrilling amusement rides, all Taiwan’s theme parks have something to offer and promise to keep every visitor cool this summer.

During the summer vacation, the Tourism Bureau and 22 theme parks across Taiwan are offering a series of special deals and events. For example, on July 27th, it’s the 29th anniversary of Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village—visitors who have their birthday that day can enjoy free admission with an advance reservation. There are plenty more discounts, so make sure to take full advantage as summer approaches!
 
● Lihpao Coast 【Orderedly Shut Down】
A. 【Afternoon Opening Ticket Special】In June and September, enter after 1 PM to enjoy the afternoon ticket price of $450. Considerate of visitors, this lets water-loving crowds sleep in and still save $200!
B. 【Students Special】From now until September 30th, show your (2015) exam admission ticket upon entry to enjoy the student special price of $550.
C. July–August Starlight Discount: $450 for entry after 5 PM
D. Starlight Theme Special Price: $350 for entry after 5 PM—eligible by following these rules and uploading a photo.
◎ Monday “Wan Jun” Day: Bring a bowl and call yourself Wan Jun to enjoy discounted entry.
◎ Tuesday “Love Taiwan” Day: Wear flip-flops (thongs) or blue-and-white sandals to enter.
◎ Wednesday “Ladies’ Day”: Beautiful ladies must wear bikinis or swimsuits to enter.
◎ Thursday “Polka Dot” Day: Wear polka dot outfits or have polka dot patterns on your clothing.
◎ Friday “Tank Top” Day: Stay cool in tank tops—or even show off your tank top!
 ● Yun Hsien Amusement Park
【2015 Yun Hsien Summer Romance】
A. One-day Cooling Trip starting from $329~ (includes round-trip cable car, Yun Hsien park entry, lunch, and a guided eco-tour).
B. Two-day Cooling Trip starting from $3,480~ (includes round-trip cable car, Yun Hsien park entry, hotel stay, seasonal set meals, breakfast, guided eco-tour...etc.).
 ● Yehliu Ocean World
This summer brings brand-new shows featuring clowns interacting joyfully with visitors, and a world-first performance where dolphins dance gracefully with synchronized swimmers—come dive into a summer of fun!
 ● Miniature World Theme Park
【Miniature World Theme Park – The Coolest This Summer Vacation】
A. June 25–September 6: Enjoy both water and land attractions with one ticket for just $399 (original price $799, about 50% off).
More fun without extra cost. The must-choose NO.1 for family cooling—“Wave Rider Water Park”—will definitely chill you to the bone (swimwear and swim caps required for entry to Wave Rider Water Park)! Also features a brand-new indoor dynamic park, 133 miniature landscape buildings, over 20 rides, and a brand-new mist stage where visitors can enjoy humorous clown shows and adorable puppet performances while surrounded by cooling mist!
B. Public Transport Discounts:
(1) Taipei City Round-Trip Discount Package by Tai Lian Bus: single-entry ticket + round-trip Taipei bus fare for $625 (original price $1,025, about 61% off).
(2) New Taipei City Round-Trip Discount Package by Tai Lian Bus: single-entry ticket + round-trip New Taipei bus fare for $571 (original price $971, about 59% off).
 ● Leofoo Village Theme Park
A. Summer vacation special (June 13–September 13): Enjoy both water and land attractions all day and night for just $799 (original price $1,299, approx. 62% off).
B. Summer vacation special (June 13–September 13): Leofoo Water & Land Combo Starlight Ticket $699 (entry after 1:00 PM only)
C. Public transport discounts:
(1) Hsinchu Bus: June 13–September 13, show your Hsinchu Bus ticket to Leofoo Village to enjoy a discounted admission price of $750 for the Leofoo Water & Land Theme Park (one bus ticket stub allows purchase of one discounted admission ticket, valid for use on the day of travel only).

(2) Taiwan United Bus: June 13–September 13, purchase a discount combo ticket for $950 (includes round-trip bus fare and one Leofoo Water & Land Theme Park admission ticket) (original price $1,253, approx. 76% off).

● Doraemon Science Theme Park
[Interstellar Mobilization – Snow Adventure Event]
Ticket discounts: Adult tickets $350 (original price $500, 30% off), student and child tickets $320 (original prices $400 and $350 respectively, approx. 20% and 9% off), senior and love tickets $250, valid July 1–August 31.
※ In addition to must-try cool water attractions and the highly popular indoor ski slope (the only one in Taiwan), the event also incorporates interstellar exploration elements. Both kids and adults will love the superhero series puppet shows – [Super Energy Rise – League of Geniuses] – as we join forces to protect the Earth.
 ● Wanrui Forest Amusement Park
A. [Wanrui Summer Camp (2 days 1 night)]
Activities include: Wanrui grass sledding, scout activities, fun evening parties, rock climbing, tightrope walking, forest paintball, human foosball, and summer water play.
B. Public transport discount: Free shuttle bus from Hengshan Station on the TRA Hsinchu Neiwan Branch Line to Wanrui.

 ● West Lake Resort

A. “Green Youth Visit West Lake” – July 1–August 31: 20% off all bottled drinks in the park (applicable at Forest Hut, Mermaid Restaurant, and Lakeside Café).
B. Special offer for students: Present a student ID to purchase a discounted admission ticket for $250 (not applicable for groups/tour agencies/tour buses). Explore the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale theme park, enjoy the Happy Theater, experience environmental education activities, and also visit Sanyi to appreciate the beauty of humanities and arts.
C. Public transport discount: Partnered with Fengyuan Bus. Departing from Taipei or Fengyuan, you can take a direct Fengyuan Bus to West Lake Resort.
(1) Present your bus ticket stub to purchase an admission ticket and get one discounted ticket for $300 (full price $399, approx. 25% off).
(2) Present your same-day bus ticket stub for accommodation, and the bus fare can be deducted from the room rate based on weekday/weekend pricing and number of guests.
(3) Purchase your return ticket to Taipei at the West Lake Resort counter and get a discounted ticket for $220–$270 (full price $280). Discounted price varies according to Fengyuan Bus schedule.

● Shangri-La Amusement Park
[Summer Fun Plan: One card, three free entries] $2,599 per card
◎ Card sales period: Summer vacation, July 1–August 31, for two months.
◎ [One card, three free entries] plan details:
1. Cardholder enjoys unlimited free entry (valid from card purchase date until December 31, 2015).
2. Receive 3 additional unlimited free entry cards (must provide 3 sets of names upon purchase) (valid from card purchase date until December 31, 2015).
3. Receive one 4-person weekday lodging voucher (must be used before December 31, 2015).
4. Receive 4 breakfast vouchers for use during lodging.
5. Make a reservation to purchase the card and complete the registration form to receive an additional DIY Lei Tea experience (for 4 people) during your stay.
6. A supplementary fee of NT$1,000 applies for stays on holidays.
7. A cleaning fee of NT$300 will be charged when using the accommodation voucher.

 ● Lihpao Land

A. June 22 – July 22: Cancer zodiac half-price ticket at NT$325 (original price NT$800, approx. 41% off).
B. July 23 – August 22: Leo zodiac half-price ticket at NT$325 (original price NT$800, approx. 41% off).
(Present your ID to purchase the ticket; you must enter the park before 12:00 PM on the day of the event.)
C. June 27 – August 30: Land & Water Combo Ticket at NT$799 (original price NT$990, approx. 81% off).
D. Public Transport Discount:
The following are individual package tickets (including round-trip transport + theme park admission):
(1) Taipei Beijing Station – Lihpao Land via Tonglian Bus: NT$999.
(2) Zhonggang Transfer Station – Lihpao Land via Tonglian Bus Route 155: NT$599.

● Atayal Resort
[2015 Nantou Summer Charm Festival – Atayal Lotus Season Series Events]
Event Discounts:
A. 2015 Nantou Summer Charm Festival – Atayal Lotus Season: During the summer vacation period from July 1 to August 31, regular park admission is NT$450, special price NT$300 for unlimited fun (approx. 67% off).
B. Extra Bonus!!! Simply join the official Atayal Resort LINE account “sxl8132u”. After joining, you’ll receive a summer coupon that entitles you to discounted park admission of NT$250 (original price NT$450, approx. 56% off) when visiting the resort.
Event Activities:
1. Upon entering the park, you can enjoy the poetic beauty of the lotus ponds and also sample creative lotus-themed cuisine.
2. During the summer vacation, visitors can participate in the Atayal Hunter Experience activities, where you can personally experience indigenous skills such as hunting, fire-starting by flint, weaving, and blessing ball embroidery, all while learning through fun.
3. The park features rich ecology, amusement facilities, skywalks, hot springs, splash pools, and indigenous cultural activities—all included with one unlimited-access ticket!!!
 ● Shanlinxi Forest Ecological Resort
A. [June – August: 100,000 Hydrangeas in Bloom at Shanlinxi]
B. Public Transport Discount:
Regardless of weekdays or holidays, taking public transportation (Yuanlin Bus, Taichung Bus, or Shanlinxi Bus) to Shanlinxi allows you to enjoy a discounted park ticket at NT$200 (original price NT$300, approx. 67% off).
 ● Dongshi Forest Recreation Area
[Fun in the Forest]
A. Forest 9-Grid Adventure Challenge.
B. NT$1,200 Insect Ecology Tour (a two-day-one-night weekday activity on Fridays and Sundays including one night’s stay, two meals, park admission, hands-on craft DIY, and a firefly show), with a total of 14 sessions available.
C. Dongshi Forest Farm Eco Tour (Saturday, $600) includes transportation, lunch, and guided tour, with a total of 7 sessions available.

D. Public Transport Discount: Take Fengyuan Bus for $160 per person (original price $250, 36% off).