Rafting the Xiuguluan River in Hualien
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The original rafting introduction follows the 24-kilometre stretch from Ruisui Bridge to Changhong Bridge. In summer, bright red rafts brought colour to the river.
More than 20 rapids and shoals, each with a different level of difficulty, make for an exhilarating trip. Between them, the gorges, unusual rock formations and river scenery are just as memorable.
The Xiuguluan River is eastern Taiwan's largest river.
A thoroughly exhilarating rafting experience
Best rafting season: approximately May–October each year, during the high-water season
Rafting time: about 3–4 hours
Midway rest stop: Qimei Rest Area
Rafting is, of course, the best way to experience the Xiuguluan River! Set off from Ruisui Bridge and follow the current through exciting rapids and beneath Qimei Suspension Bridge, eventually reaching Changhong Bridge near the river mouth. Take in the beautiful scenery on both banks while paddling carefully around hidden whirlpools and sudden rapids. It is a river adventure that gets you soaked from head to toe, with excitement all the way!
The Xiuguluan River's unusual rocks
The winding Ruigang Highway beside the Xiuguluan River gives you a close view of the Coastal Range’s geology. Two highlights are Qimei Grand Canyon and Xiugu Shuyu. Along the western stretch, alternating sandstone and shale lie in orderly layers like a giant mille-feuille, most strikingly at Qimei Grand Canyon. Farther downstream, the gleaming white rocks known as Xiugu Shuyu are made of Gangkou limestone.
The large white rocks in the Xiuguluan River are the well-known Xiugu Shuyu.
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