ready-to-go trip plan
Highest Peak of East Asia---
Jade Mountain (Yushan)
Digital content for self-guided trip including:
Bite-Size Guide for preparation, transportation, and more
Itinerary customized to 2 to 3 Days of your choice
Map with hiking route, places to stay and more
You will receive your Trip Plan within 36hrs upon payment completion
the adventure in a glance
about the destination
Jade Mountain is the highest mountain in East Asia.
It is also one of the 3 Conquests of Taiwan:
1. Summit the highest point of Taiwan----Jade Mountain
2. Cycle around Taiwan
3. Swim across SunMoonLake
In contrary to its intimidating altitude, it is actually a very approachable giant, which is friendly for hiking beginners with good planning and fitness level.
Effort Level: 🟧 Medium
Duration: 2 days
Length: 22 km
Elevation: 1342 m
Altitude: 3952 m (12963 ft.)
Trail type: Mostly well-maintained trail & short climbing at the top
Season: Spring / Summer / Autumn
Highlights:
✦ Sunrise among seas of clouds
✦ Panorama view
Note for Planning This Trip
This is a hike which requires pre-planning. It is mandatory to apply and book for Hiking Permit and Mountain Lodging well-in-advance for the permit lottery, which is notoriously difficult to win.
Luckily, Taiwan government grants priority to Foreign passport holders under certain conditions. You will need to apply at least 35 DAYS before your entry date.
how difficult is it really?
The main challenge lies in altitude and length. so it's more about being prepared and organized. Training is always recommended, but it is do-able for fit people without real hiking experience, if you have an experienced team leader or professional guide.
Fitness level:
Below average | Average | Fit | Fit+ | Athletic
Difficulty:
Near-death experience for non-hikers
Challenging for hikers
Fine for average people with training and preparation
Risk Assessment*:
No more dangerous than walking on the street
Pretty safe. Nothing can happen unless very unlucky.
May feel dangerous but most likely fine for the athletic and experienced
Actually dangerous even for the athletic and experienced
Disclaimer: AuthenTravel believes in smart, calculated risk taking. We try to give you a truthful picture to assess for your own safety. However, our risk assessment is only for your reference, you are the best and only one to judge for yourself. AuthenTravel is not eligible for any harms or damages that may occur. Always keep in mind, we can put ourselves in dangerous situations by going under requirements or not being sensible about the risks and consequences.
The steep and long scrambling to the North Peak. The North Peak is more challenging than the Main Peak actually. If you have the fitness level and would start hiking early enough, you can consider doing both peaks on this trip.
Do i need a mountain guide?
95% of the hike is well-paved, and there is clear direction throughout so it is very unlikely to get lost. However, it is still a high altitude, two days hike. You must have an experienced hiker as team leader, otherwise you should go with a professional mountain guide.
The team leader or mountain guide can help pacing the hike, evaluating the situations and make judgement calls considered your team's conditions.
estimated budget for this trip
Jade Mountain is the iconic image on the $1,000 New Taiwan Dollars bill
For 2 nights lodging, shuttle, sleeping bag rental, dinner, breakfast, brunch, it can be as low as NT$1720 / person (not including transportation)
If you go with a mountain guide, it will be about NT$ 6000+ / person
What is included in this ready-to-go plan?
This package includes: Yushan Main Peak
Bite-Size Guide
How to apply Hiking Permit and Mountain Lodging
Hiking tips
Preparation tips
Packing list
Transportation information (including Shuttle service contact)
Safety note
Tips to prevent and handle altitude-sickness
Itinerary
Customized to your selected number of travel days, from 2 to 3 days (with 2 days hiking Jade Mountain)
Map you can view on your GoogleMap showing:
Hiking route
Accommodation
Hotspring place
Restaurants
Parking spot
All the information you need for booking is included in the Trip Plan. But if you can't be bothered, we got you covered too.
Available Extra Options
+Booking Service
for a group of 1-5 Travelers, including:
Available Extra Options
+Booking Service
for a group of 1-5 Travelers, including:
Hiking Permit Application
Booking for 2 Mountain Lodges
Shuttle Service Booking
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