Taste the Original Tribe: Private South Island Mini-Tours Starting from NT$349

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network, compiled and reported by Li Xinyi

 

In recent years, domestic interest in in-depth travel has been on the rise, with indigenous culture particularly favored by locals. The Indigenous Affairs Office of Pingtung County Government stated that to allow more people to easily explore indigenous villages, anyone can embark on their own tribal mini-tour for just NT$349. The series of tours are now open for registration, with departures starting from the end of November. Only 12 sessions are available, each limited to 30 participants (with priority given to Pingtung County residents).

The main indigenous groups in Pingtung County are the Rukai and Paiwan peoples, whose cultures are distinct from other indigenous communities, known for their distinctive slate house settlements, artisan crafts, cultural performances, and aristocratic class systems. To enable more people to experience the beauty of the Austronesian tribes, the county government has carefully selected high-quality indigenous settlements to plan the “Taste Pingtung’s Original Flavors – Tribal EYE (Love) Travel” series, featuring four exclusive themed tours. These tours span six classic townships, visiting nine unique indigenous villages, covering everything from indigenous village tours and agricultural experiences to creative craft DIYs and specialty food tastings. The series also includes visits to permanent housing villages, showcasing the post-disaster rebirth of these communities, aiming to fully present the charm of Pingtung’s indigenous villages. For details, please visit the official blog at blog.yam.com/user/richido.html or call 04-2462-7526.