North Coast Water Fun Package: Crystal-Clear Stream Trekking & Surfing to Beat the Summer Heat

As the scorching summer vacation arrives, do you want to satisfy your kids' craving for water play but dread the intense heat? Is the drive to Kenting too long? Yangmingshan Tianlai Resort boasts the largest spring-fed water park in Northern Taiwan, spanning nearly 2,000 square meters, offering a pure pH 5-6 weak-acid spring as a perfect summer water play destination. This summer, the resort has launched a special children's summer camp package, connecting family-friendly attractions across Northern Taiwan. Whether it’s the thrilling ice-creek stream trekking, high-speed surfing, traditional coastal fishing (Qian Gu), a tidal zone marine life tour along the North Coast, or a light cultural trip through ancient terrace towns, these are all great options for planning a domestic summer vacation with your family.

Yangmingshan Tianlai Resort is located within the Yangmingshan and North Coast scenic areas, surrounded by numerous nearby attractions. In summer, it offers a children's summer camp that connects various nearby sites. For example, at Shazhu Bay, families can experience the fun of traditional Qian Gu (seine net) fishing. Parents and kids onshore work together to slowly pull the fishing net to land, not only experiencing the old-fashioned fishing village lifestyle but also enjoying the camaraderie of hauling nets together. Additionally, the tidal zone marine life tour allows kids to help hermit crabs find their way home in small groups, combining fun with ecological education. Meanwhile, the Fish Trail Ancient Path in Yangmingshan National Park lets children learn about local ecology and the spirit of old settlements coexisting with nature. Not only can families get close to mountains and water, but they also enhance parent-child bonding and cultivate cultural appreciation, making for a fulfilling, joyful, and enriching day.

“Look, there’s a whole school of little fish over there!” “Is that dragonfly drinking water?” These are some of the fun questions stream guides ask the kids. Stream trekking is a rare leisure activity that allows you to enjoy pristine mountain forests, combine ecological education, playful water fun, and personal challenges. The Laomei Creek stream trek in the North Coast features gentle slopes and well-preserved primitive forest landscapes, making it the best choice for beginners. Along the irrigation channel, parents and kids climb rocks and wade through water using both hands and feet. Protected by wetsuits and safety gear, children can take a break from screens and books, immersing themselves in nature through their five senses alongside their families. The trek can lead to the Qing Shan Waterfall, where you can admire a 50-meter-high white waterfall and a serene deep pool, or head to the Laomei Creek cold spring to experience the cool calcium-carbonate-rich sulfurous spring. After an active day of climbing and wading, listen to the babbling brook and enjoy a simple bowl of noodles—pure accomplishment. Meanwhile, Shazhu Bay on the North Coast, with its beautiful bay, golden sands, and moderate waves, has become a new favorite among surfers in recent years. Even kids can try standing on a surfboard and riding the waves, becoming little sunny surfers full of vim and vigor.

Yangmingshan Tianlai Resort notes that many parents often struggle with how to spend the summer vacation with their kids. This summer, Tianlai introduces creative, value-packed activities that also help beat inflation. The package itself is worth nearly NT$3,000—great value for money—and aims to bring families a unique, refreshing summer surprise. The “Shiren Shang” (Trendsetter) summer travel package includes one night’s stay with three meals, plus access to an open-air sky hot spring, the SPA water world, a mountain spring swimming pool, and a water fun shuttle bus. Additionally, the summer package launched in June at introductory prices starts at just NT$3,163 per person on weekdays. Early birds booking summer trips now also get free entry for kids and a complimentary upgrade to a Japanese-style room for adults traveling in pairs.

Yangmingshan Tianlai Resort
Official website: www.tienlai.com.tw