Trekking Xue (Snow) Mountain Taiwan

Join us for a long weekend in Shei-Pa National Park to summit gorgeous Xue Mountain, the second highest peak in Taiwan!

Great Trek for those Starting Out With Overnight Trekking!

Looking for some fresh air over an extended weekend? A bit of challenge? Gorgeous snow mountain scenery?

Come summit Xue mountain with and enjoy the change in seasons and the gorgeous views from Taiwan’s second highest peak! This trek is designed to be taken advantage of, over a long weekend.

We offer two options. This can be done in 2 night /? 3 days, or 3 nights / 4 days.? ?We also have an optional one night stay in Taipei at the end of the trip.

We will meet at Taipei Main Station?and go directly to Shei-Pa National Park.?? Once arriving at the?park, we will start the short one hour trek to Qika cabin for the night!

The next day, we will trek about 6 hours to the base of Xue Mountain and stay at the famous 369 hut with its lodging at the base of Xue mountain. ? prepare for the following day’s summit.

An early start, a sunrise hike, and depending on the season, a snow covered trek, and morning summit to leave you exhilarated! This is where we get to practice very high altitude hiking as we go above 3000 meters and take in majestic views of Shei-Pa. We will return to 369 hut and gather our gear to move back down the trailhead and make our way back to Taipei.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION	Taipei, Taiwan
DEPARTURE TIME	?Pickup at Taipei Main Station at 9:30am. We will go directly to Shei-pa National Park
RETURN TIME	?Approximately 7:00 PM to Taipei Main Station
WEAR	Hiking pants and boots, light baselayer for lower elevations and warm layers for higher elevations
INCLUDED	Trekking Guide / Chef Breakfast / Dinner on Trekking Days Transport to and from hike trail head to Taipei Main Station Park Entrance Fees and Mountain Permits Hut Bookings and local support staff Sleeping Bags for the Hut
NOT INCLUDED	Equipment Rental Flights to / From Taiwan – Visas or entry permits Lunches while on the Trail Snacks Accommodation before and after hiking days Transport other than from designated pickup and dropoff points
EXPERIENCE LEVEL	?(2PD) Moderate -? (medium to long day; generally low risk of objective danger on access, route and descent; relatively close to shelter (camp or hut).

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2 Night / 3 Day Option

Suitable for Experienced Trekkers with Good Level of Fitness

Day 1: Arrival

Pickup at Taipei Main Station and 4-hour drive to Shei-pa National Park, 1-hour trek to Qika Cabin

Day 2: East Xue Mountain

From Qika Cabin to East Xue Peak to 369 Cabin. ? ?(Estimated Trekking Time 6 hours)

Day 3: Summit of Xue Mountain

Depart from 369 Cabin with summit pack only, Summit Xue Mountain.? Return to 369 and move down to trailhead.? We will then drive back to Taipei and drop off at Taipei Main Station.? Arriving at 7:00pm (Estimated Trekking Time – 10 hours )

3 Night / 4 Day Option

Suitable for Beginner Trekkers that like going at a bit slower pace!

Day 1: Arrival

Pickup at Taipei Main Station and 4-hour drive to Shei-pa National Park, 1-hour trek to Qika Cabin

Day 2: East Xue Mountain

From Qika Cabin to East Xue Peak to 369 Cabin. ? ?(Estimated Trekking Time 6 hours)

Day 3: Summit of Xue Mountain

Depart from 369 Cabin with summit pack only, Summit Xue Mountain.? Enjoy lunch at the top.Return to 369 hut and stay? at 369 hut. (Estimated Trekking Time 6 hours )

Day 4: Descend to Xue Mountain Main Gate entrance

Depart from 369 Cabin? 9 and move down to trailhead.? We will then drive back to Taipei and drop off at Taipei Main Station.? Arriving at 7:00pm (Estimated Trekking Time 6 hours )

Important notes:

This is a trek involving 1 long day of hiking in alpine environments up to 3900m. You should be prepared be prepared for walking 10-12 hours with a daypack.

Depending on the time of the year, the peak may still be covered (December to March). We may encounter snow and some ice on the way up. There may be some trekking through snow.

?Expect the unexpected. While we do not plan on getting lost or encountering bad weather, there is an element of risk in each event. We may encounter the occasional surprise that occurs in the natural?environment, so we will be prepared!

Our Guides in Taiwan Speak mainly Mandarin Taiwanese with a very basic level of English.

Additional information

Dates	Flexible, October – December
Duration	3 Days
Trek Difficulty	Moderate
Minimum Participants	4 People
Starts/End	Taipei, Taiwan
3 Night / 4 Day	This trek is 690.00 per person, Minimum 4 persons.