Penghu: Southern Four Islands, Qimei Island & Blue Cave Day Tour (Lavender Forest Snorkeling can be added)

I was lucky enough to have my itinerary upgraded that day, adding an exploration activity on Dongji Island, which made the trip even more complete. There are two ways to explore Dongji Island: follow the tour guide on foot, hike up the small "Bagua Mountain," and listen to the guide's humorous introduction to the unique flora, fauna, and customs of Dongji Island, which is very rewarding. From the Bagua Mountain Meteorological Station, you can overlook the entire harbor, with beautiful scenery. A small road next to it extends to the Dongji Island Lighthouse (unfortunately, due to limited tour time, we could only see it from a distance and take photos). Finally, follow the guide downhill back to the harbor. The second way is to rent a scooter (NT$250 per scooter) and explore the island on your own, which is the most free, time-saving, and labor-saving way to fully explore all the attractions of Dongji Island. After the Dongji Island exploration, the second itinerary was a cruise to the "Blue Cave," but unfortunately the "blue sky index" was low that day, so we couldn't get a glimpse of the beauty of the Blue Cave. The last stop was Qimei Island. There are also two ways to explore it: one is to take a dedicated tour bus, with the driver providing a guided tour of Qimei's classic scenic spots - the Seven Beauties Tomb (a brief stop, without entering to purchase tickets). Along the way, admire the unique igneous rock statues along the Qimei coast that resemble animals - crocodiles, stone lions, and dragon ridges (three points of resemblance, seven points of imagination), as well as the "Little Taiwan" sea erosion platform that resembles the island of Taiwan. Finally, arrive at the Double-Heart Stone Weir, which is also beautiful with a bit of blue sky and sea.

The Jinbada boat was quite stable, and I didn't feel seasick. The 80-minute stop at Dongji Island felt a bit rushed. It took some time to wait for the toilet after getting off the boat. It was recommended to use the toilet on the boat. There was an additional fee to rent a scooter for 250 yuan to go around the island. The Blue Hole was quite beautiful. The captain opened the upper deck for us to enjoy the scenery and take pictures, but the stop was not long. I liked Qimei the most. We chose to take a tour bus. The advantage is that there will be a guide on the bus and air conditioning, but the disadvantage is that the tour bus only stops at large attractions, so we returned to the pier early, and we could only hide in 7-11 to kill time. This is the only flaw. If you are not afraid of heat, it is recommended to rent a scooter in Qimei, which has high mobility and can enjoy every attraction in Qimei.

The meeting time was 20 minutes before departure, scheduled for 7:40 AM, but we actually departed at 8:00 AM because we were waiting for a group of tourists. There was a guide on the boat who stayed with us, for example, we'd agree on a time to follow her for a tour, and the service was pretty good. However, on the return trip, there was no commentary about the islands we cruised past! We had 1.5 hours at Dongji Island and 3 hours at Qimei (including self-arranged lunch), which was plenty of time! It was great—the whole island-hopping day trip wasn't expensive, highly recommended! 👍

I chose to take the Hai'an Yacht to Qimei Island this time. Along the way, I saw Barrel Pan Island and many other islands, and the Blue Cave on the way back. On the island, I chose to take a tour bus and get off at fixed points to see the scenery. There are restrooms at all the scenic spots along the way, and you can also buy all kinds of special delicacies, which is very convenient. There is also a tour guide on the tour bus who will introduce you to the many landforms, landscapes, and cultural customs. Although the island trip was shortened due to safety concerns due to the influence of the outer circulation of the typhoon, I still felt it was a very fulfilling experience!

It was a rainy day when we went, so unfortunately, we could only stay on the tour bus in Qimei. However, I must say that the staff at Hai'an Yacht were all very friendly and professional, and their guided tour was excellent. The driver on land was also great; besides driving, he meticulously explained the origins and stories of each attraction with a humorous touch. I can only say that the people of Penghu, in addition to doing business, also make you feel their warm hospitality. It was a very enjoyable and worthwhile trip.

It's a great island hopping experience in Penghu. It is recommended that you take medicine if you get motion sickness. First, board the Dongji Island. The tour guide will lead everyone while walking and give a humorous introduction. Then we went to see the cave on the boat, and then boarded Chimei. We chose to take a tour bus. Less than a minute after getting on the bus, it stopped in front of Shuntian Seafood Restaurant and guided everyone in for lunch. It was a bit confusing. After lunch, we continued We got on the bus and went around the island to enjoy many beautiful views. The driver also guided the tour carefully. Overall, it was a great trip.

You will receive a text message for boarding the ship the day before. Remember to arrive 40 minutes early. The later you check in, the more people will check in. If you check in first, you can enjoy breakfast slowly and you won't be too rushed. When you first board the ship, remember to stick the sticker in a conspicuous place, or take a photo first to avoid losing it. The first attraction takes about 40 minutes. Remember to board the ship faster so that you can have a good seat (by the window), because the seats are not fixed. After getting off the ship every time, you need to pay attention to the boarding time and get on board early to have a good seat. We didn't know it at the beginning. Every time we got on the boat on time, we found that everyone was already seated. We could only go to the bow (the lower level, there are no windows, and when it shakes, we will worry about seasickness), so it's good to prepare early 👌 The subsequent journeys were all good. We chose to take a tour bus on Qimei Island, rest in the air-conditioned car, and listen to the tour guide's explanation on the bus. I felt very comfortable. It only costs a little more, and it's worth it 🤣

The boat trip is very rich and diverse, especially the island tour of Dongji Island, the four southern islands, which is very humorous and interesting. Unknowingly, it took us to overlook the scenery of the island, and looking ahead was a magnificent harbor and mountain scenery. : Qimei Island is still a beautiful scenery that is nostalgic, such as Twin Hearts Stone, Little Taiwan, etc. Even though it is the second time to visit, I still have the same feeling as the first time. It is worth coming again.

I highly recommend the Blue Cave and Qimei Island day trip (scooter tour on Qimei Island). It's so beautiful, it made me want to stay in Penghu forever! 🥰 Our tour guide, Dazhi, was entertaining and provided detailed explanations. The boat was very comfortable. The only downside was that due to the rough seas, we couldn't go to the deck at the Blue Cave to admire nature's masterpiece. Nevertheless, it was still a very worthwhile trip. Highly recommend!

It was a beautiful day with clear weather. We set off on time and had plenty of time to stay at each place. When you get to Dongji Island, remember to visit the lighthouse and Bagua Mountain. There is enough time. It is worth visiting and the environment is very beautiful. There are many beautiful sights on Qimei Island. It is very worthwhile to visit so many places in one day.