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Zhenxibao鎮西堡
Go for a day hike to the giant trees, or stay one night for the cool mountain air and a longer forest walk. Not a base: a side trip from Hsinchu or Taipei.
Zhenxibao is a high-altitude Atayal village in Hsinchu County, known for its grove of ancient giant trees reachable by a 1-hour hike from the parking lot. The drive from Hsinchu takes 2.5–3 hours; a permit (NT$15) is required from the police station en route. Most visitors come for the day or camp one night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- May–Sep (cooler than the lowlands)
- avoid Typhoon season Jul–Sep (check road conditions); winter nights are cold
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Taiwan ↗Check visa-exemption length, passport validity and the online arrival card (TWAC) on the official sites before you fly.
- Taiwan ↗An EasyCard (or iPASS) covers MRT, buses, local trains and many convenience-store purchases; buy one at the airport or a station.
- Taiwan ↗When a local government declares a typhoon day, transport and sights can close for the day; follow the official notice, not the forecast alone.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Zhenxibao110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline (24 h, English)0800-011-765
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Zhenxibao, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 (≈ US$35–70) in small notes.Taiwan-wide
- SIM or eSIMChunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals…Taiwan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source, but locals boil or filter it.Taiwan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.Taiwan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Taiwan-wide
- SafetyThe main risks are the rough road (especially after rain) and sudden weather changes in the mountains.
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- RestroomsFree, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.Taiwan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 0800-011-765 Tourism helpline (24 h, English) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday (the National Palace Museum opens daily).Taiwan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTPE Taiwan Taoyuan International (About 2 h drive via Freeway 3 and Expressway 68 to Hsinchu, then 2.5–3 h to Zhenxibao).
- Getting aroundOn foot or by car/scooter.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TPE Taiwan Taoyuan International (About 2 h drive via Freeway 3 and Expressway 68 to Hsinchu, then 2.5–3 h to Zhenxibao)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Care
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Care
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Care
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: May–Jun. Mixed: Jul–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jun (17 rain days), driest Nov (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Zhenxibao: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
12 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
14 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
14 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
16 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
17 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
16 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
15 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot or by car/scooter. The road inside the village is rough; drive slowly. The parking lot for the giant trees is about 20 min by vehicle from the village.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Neiwan
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Drive back down road 竹60, about 1 h
Old street, railway and Hakka food; a good stop on the way back.
Door to door: About 30 min
Drive via the same road, about 30 min further
Another Atayal village with giant trees; combine both in one trip if you have 2 nights.
Shei-pa National Park
cautionDoor to door: Several days
On foot from Zhenxibao; multi-day hike requiring permit and fitness
Only for experienced hikers with proper gear and a park entry permit.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Zhenxibao village
A few guesthouses and a campsite near the church; basic, with dinner and breakfast available. Book ahead.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- NT$1,000–1,500 (≈ US$35–50) excl. transport
- Mid
- NT$2,000–3,000 (≈ US$70–100) excl. transport
Trip budget
| Guesthouse (per person, with dinner and breakfast)2 × 1 night × NT$600 | NT$1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NT$2,000 | NT$4,000 |
| Permit fee (police station)2 × NT$20 | NT$30 |
| Parking fee (if any)1 × NT$100 · check | NT$100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$530 |
| Trip total≈ NT$2,930 per person per day, bed included | NT$5,860≈ US$200 |
Check: phone 03-5847791 for 鎮西堡檜木群（波塔）休閒民宿
2026 estimate in TWD; transport from Hsinchu not included.
Prices of common things
| Guesthouse per person (with dinner and breakfast)check | NT$400–1,000 (≈ US$14–35) |
| Permit fee | NT$15 (≈ under US$1) |
| Peaches (summer, per kg)check | NT$100–200 (≈ US$4–7) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Permit required: stop at the police station on the way (NT$15 (≈ under US$1) fee).
- Road condition is poor after rain; a high-clearance vehicle helps.
- No fuel stations after Neiwan: fill up in Hsinchu or Zhudong.
- Mobile phone signal is weak or absent in parts of the valley.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline (24 h, English)
- 0800-011-765
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Zhenxibao鎮西堡
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline (24 h, English)0800-011-765
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Hsinchu → Zhenxibao by car: about 2.5–3 h, no public transport (check)
- Permit at police station: NT$15 (≈ under US$1)
Say or show
- 你好 — Hello (nǐ hǎo)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much? (duō shǎo qián?)
- 聽不懂 — I don't understand (tīng bù dǒng)
Mandarin is spoken; some Atayal in the village.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Zhenxibao. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep (cooler than the lowlands) · avoid Typhoon season Jul–Sep (check road conditions); winter nights are cold · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place page with verified permit procedure and police station hours.
- Eat page for the guesthouse meals (check if vegetarian available).
- Seasonal peach-buying fixture with harvest dates.
Sources
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