Sun Moon Lake Boat Ticket
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake by taking a boat trip, which is pleasant, comfortable, and environmentally friendly.
- Enjoy a day trip to popular attractions such as Shuishe, Xuan Guang Temple, and Ita Shao.
- CNN has named it one of the top ten most beautiful bicycle routes in the world! Ride on the Sun Moon Lake bicycle path and enjoy the clear, green lake water and continuous mountain peaks.
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Sun Moon Lake boat tour ticket
What to expect
Sun Moon Lake is one of Taiwan's most famous scenic areas and Taiwan's largest natural lake, located on the mountains between Jade Mountain and Alishan. Sun Moon Lake boasts charming scenery, offering completely different experiences when viewed from different angles. Purchase a Sun Moon Lake boat ticket to travel between Shuishe Pier, Xuan Guang Temple Pier, and Ita Shao Pier, and freely cruise on the colorful lake, which is a delightful experience not to be missed. Sun Moon Lake is one of Taiwan's eight most beautiful scenic spots. You can wander along the mountain trails, explore from within the lush forests, or take a cruise and drift on the lake, carefully experiencing the charm of Sun Moon Lake. A full-day exploration experience on both water and land will engrave the high, low, and side views of Sun Moon Lake into your beautiful travel memories.




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Departure Routes & Schedule
- Boat departure location: Shuishe Pier: Boarding at the entrance on the right side of the pier (Float 1)
- Boat Schedule: Boats depart from Shuishe Pier every half hour. Extra boats will be added as needed on holidays and during peak seasons.
- Cruise Route: Shuishe Pier – Syanguang Temple Pier – Ita Thao Pier – Shuishe Pier (End)
- Passengers will take a ferry to the next pier (ferries are assigned by on-site staff). The crew will announce the departure time. This is a one-day pass valid for one ferry trip (one loop only)!
Eligibility
- Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
- Discount tickets (children's tickets, senior tickets) can be purchased at the on-site ticket exchange counter.
Additional information
- Please note that one child seat is equivalent to one passenger
- Please note that the lake cruise staff only speak Chinese.
- A fee of TWD100 will be charged for bringing bicycles on board. Please pay on-site.
- Pets are welcome onboard free of charge.
- If you wish to take the cable car, please purchase your tickets on-site early. Cable car ticket sales end at 15:30.
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It's been a long time since I visited Sun Moon Lake, and it has changed so much, becoming more modern. Times are constantly progressing, and so is travel. I've been thinking that in this ever-changing and special era, after not going out for some time, the world outside changes even more. I hope everyone can explore the world within their reach. You don't need to go abroad; Sun Moon Lake is already incredibly beautiful. Its beauty is serene, profound, with stunning lake and mountain scenery, often shrouded in misty clouds. It's subtle, understated, yet deeply captivating; not rushed, but wonderfully peaceful and beautiful. Transportation is also convenient; you can take a bus, boat, drive, ride a bicycle, or rent an electric scooter to tour the lake. With the internet so advanced now, booking accommodations, tickets, and shopping are all very convenient. If you don't require top-tier luxury, all the prices are very affordable, allowing you to enjoy yourself without overspending. However, if you're a bit older, you should consider the strain of overexertion. For example, after cycling all day, and with some personal aches, I need to be mindful of my own limits and not overdo it. The ability to travel itself is a treasure. Don't say you don't have money or time. In fact, my past travel experiences were all accomplished under such circumstances. With time, opportunity, and a little bit of money, you can go out and see things. Your perspective on life might change. Perhaps with a shift in mindset, a path will open up, and even seemingly impassable roads will become clear. Keep going! I wish everyone success in their endeavors and peace in all things. Thank you.
The trip was very comfortable and we were able to go to a lot of places in just 1 day. 小鬼 took really great pictures of us and gave ample time for each destination. It was a wise choice taking this tour since we're in the area for a short period only. We also got to try different foods. Thank you so much!
bought on the spot at the pier and got instant confirmation! take note that you’ll need to exchange for physical tickets at a counter that’s slightly further away from the pier. was a fuss free and smooth process, plus cheaper than buying on site!
Booked it on the same day of use, and we got instant confirmation. Claiming the physical ticket was easy, just presented the qr code to the staff. it is cheaper to get it on Klook than onsite. riding the boat is convenient and provides the opportunity to enjoy the scenery of sun moon lake.
To get the ticket, go to the Platform 1 boarding area at the pier and show your voucher. The personnel who checks the ticket before boarding will take you to the person who issues the tickets. Just present the voucher, and they will scan the QR code. This ticket allows a full trip for a day Shuishe-Xuanguang-Ita Thao-Shuishe. Always go to each pier's platform 1. It seems 2-4 are for group tours. It's cheaper to book this ticket on Klook.
Instant confirmation and easy to locate counter to exchange the boat ticket (located next to the public toilets). Sun Moon Lake has different trails to explore and visit the temples. Definitely can spend a day here to explore the scenic environment and enjoy the local specialty food and drink.
Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful and iconic place located in Nantou County, Taiwan. It is one of the most popular destination to visit. For a seamless travel experience, it is highly recommended to purchase tickets through Klook.It offers exclusive discount and brings convenience to the tourists. We can easy access our tickets via the mobile apps.
I only have limited time to explore the area and purchasing this boat cruise saves up time and is convenient. You just need to show up your code and they’ll give you the ticket upon boarding the ferry.
A little chaotic at the beginning as the store shown is no longer in business & I had to ask around, but once I did pick up the ticket, everything was fine. The voucher is good for 3 rides in total & they 100% go by that little piece of paper ticket they give you, so keep it somewhere safe. If you lose it or accidentally rip it yourself, then unfortunately that's that. Great service to get around the area. Honestly if you only have a day, you don't need to buy any other services or passes at Sun Moon Lake.
It is one day boat ride ticket (one way only) the boat will stop at 3 different jetty, and you can hop on hop off according to the schedule - - Depends on how long you want to stay. The boat will depart from 水社 to 玄光寺(to enjoy the 阿婆茶叶蛋)and LK last 伊达邵(eat and shop) before back to 水社
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