Donggang Masterclass: King Boat Museum & Temple & Fish Market
♡ Save
Discover Donggang on a guided tour with a local expert. Explore traditional temples, lively fish markets, and local traditions while learning about the town’s maritime heritage, religious culture, and fresh seafood.
The best day trip from Kaohsiung or Kenting! Join this amazing cultural workshop in Donggang, Pingtung!
What We Will See
• Pingtung King Boat Museum: Learn about the century-old festival where locals build and burn an intricate wooden boat to ward off pestilence. • Donglong Temple: Uncover 320+ years of history and marvel at the spectacular $2M USD golden archway. • Donggang Riverbank Park: A scenic waterside park and venue for the annual Dragon Boat Festival. • Huaqiao Seafood Market: Immerse your senses in Taiwan’s premier, buzzing seafood market.
Stories & Anecdotes
• The 3-Year Ritual: Why build a multi-million-dollar boat just to burn it? Learn about the Triennial Ceremony and the taboo of "not looking back." • The Slap of Blessing: Discover a unique ritual where temple volunteers gently spank believers with divine flags to drive away evil spirits. • Dragon Boat Legends: Learn about the intense training and the fascinating custom of "Eye-Dotting" to wake up the river gods.
Friendly Reminder: Museum tickets and fish market tastings are independent expenses. Please bring local currency (NTD) to sample the delicious treats!
Meeting point
Pingtung King Boat Museum
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 11:00, 14:30 (Pingtung County time)
- Coming up
- 76 departures in 3 months, 6 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Pingtung King Boat Museum . The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
76 departures are listed in the next three months, 6 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:00 and 14:30. Times are local to Pingtung County.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Plan your trip to Pingtung County
Travel guide
Taipei in November: Weather, Crowds & Travel Guide
Taipei in November offers pleasant, dry weather with mild temperatures, making it an excellent time for exploration. Crowds are typically moderate, falling between peak season and the cooler winter months, providing a balanced travel experience.
Tripsora AI agent
Plan the rest of your Pingtung County trip
Tell the AI agent where and when; it finds flights, hotels and tours and builds your day-by-day plan.
More for your Pingtung County trip
Where to stay in Pingtung County
Compare hotels and apartments on a map.
See stays ↗
Paid tours and tickets in Pingtung County
Need a bigger group, a private guide or a skip-the-line ticket?
Browse tours ↗
Travel insurance
Flexible cover for trips and nomads.
Get a quote ↗
Partner links. We may earn a commission if you book, at no cost to you. Disclosure