Zhuilu Old Trail

Day Hikes

The only culture/historic area in Taroko National Park.

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Overview The Zhuilu Old Trail, the remains of the Old Cross-Hehuan Mountain Road, is the only culture/historic area in Taroko National Park.

Zhuilu Old Road is also an important connection between Truku villages in the early days. Originally the trail was only 30 cm wide, barely enough for two feet side by side. In 1917, the Japanese conscripted local indigenous men, and expanded the trail width to 1.5 m.

Currently the east 3.1 km of the trail is open to hikers. (The rest of trail remains closed due to the rock falls damages.) Due to the unique characteristics of the Zhuilu Old Trail, entrance is limited per day to 96 persons on weekdays and 156 persons on weekends and holidays. Visitors are required to apply for a park entry permit.
Suggested Plan

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DAY1

Pick up – Taroko National Park – Zhuilu Old Trail (Swallow Grotto – Badagang – Cliff Outpost) – Taroko National Park – Drop Off

It is only take 5-6 hours on this trail, so you can have an arrangement together with other trip like Baiyang Trail, Taroko National Park or Shakadang Trail. Let us know your inquiry and budget and we’ll plan a trip for you.

Precautions Fitness-
It takes around 5-6 hours walk of this trail. It is 3.1km one way from the east entrance, this trail is rugged along much of its length and the cliff section is narrow. Do not attempt it if lacking fitness, scared of heights or suffering from heart disease.

Transportation-
Private transportation is provided from anywhere in Taipei or the Taipei/Taoyuan Airport, pickup in other locations can be arranged. Vehicles are insured and guides accompanied throughout during the transportation.

Leaders and Safety-
All of our leaders and guides are certified and carry first aid kits.

Inclusions-
1. Professional hiking guide
2. All Taroko National Park’s permits, transport and guide services fee
3. Insurance for transportation
4. Travel agent liability insurance (Accident insurance of TWD 2 millions & medical insurance of TWD100, 000)

Exclusions-
1. Packed lunch

Permit Applied-
Due to the unique characteristics of the Zhuilu Old Trail, Taroko National Park allows a specific number of foreign hikers to get the permits on weekdays (Sun. ~ Thurs.) in advance, the application can be registered from 35 days to 4 months before your hiking date.
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