The 15 Best Kaohsiung Tours & Experiences

1.Kenting, Taiwan｜PADI Basic Diving License Course｜Taiwan Diving Open Water Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $83Our pick

Earn a PADI Open Water certificate in Kenting with small classes, English instruction, equipment, lunch, insurance, and underwater photos.

“為什麼不能打英文！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！？！！！？？！！？！！？？？？？！come to learn diving with friends. Great time learning open water diving session, coach Alan and coach Octopus tought us many diving skills, they are nice and patient.”

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2.Private Custom Kaohsiung Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · from $236

Review of Kaohsiung’s private 8-hour custom tour, with Buddha Museum, Lotus Lake, Pier-2, local guides, private transport, and sunset views.

“Charlie, the tour guide, provides excellent guidance, offering comprehensive explanations for each itinerary and demonstrating extensive”

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3.Kaohsiung Private Tour – Discover Local Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Explore Kaohsiung with Grace on a private walk through art spaces, temples, sunset views, local food stops, and city highlights.

“I had a lovely few hours with Grace who is clearly passionate about her tours and passionate & proud of her city. We visited a couple of places I would definitely not have got to see on my own and finished at a great night market near to my hotel where Grace had the perfect recommendations for me to get to try some local delicacies. Thanks once again Grace!”

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4.Private City Tour with Fo Guang Shan Museum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours · from $104

Explore Kaohsiung by private car, from Fo Guang Shan and Lotus Pond to Pier-2 Art Center, with flexible timing and an English-speaking guide.

“Aaron was such an incredible guide. The Buddha museum is breathtaking and even though it rained for most of the tour, it was absolutely worth it.”

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5.Private Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $230

Review the private Kaohsiung day tour covering Fo Guang Shan, Dragon Tiger Tower, Dome of Light, and Xiziwan sunset.

“This tour is an excellent way to see a great deal within limited time! All details of our tour were perfect starting with a friendly and knowledgeable guide, comfortable and clean car, specialized experiences and itinerary, and finally with a focRead more”

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6.Food and Culture Walking Tour in Tainan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $78

Explore Tainan’s temples, street food, craft shops, cinema, and old lanes on a four-hour small-group walking tour.

“Jenny is really informed. She shows you a lot of good artisan shops, tells about the temples and myths and culture. Some great eats a long the way. I recommend this the first day you get to Tianan to get the lay of the land”

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7.Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Kaohsiung Port Shore

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 12 reviews · from $350

Review of Kaohsiung’s private port tour, covering Buddha Museum, Lotus Pond, Pier-2, Sizihwan, and practical value for cruise visitors.

“After an initial impression of being organised the company greatly let us down . They gave us the wrong driver and the wrong car at the port . 30 mins into the drive our driver received notice to return to port as he had the wrong people !!!!! Read more”

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8.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $48

Explore Kaohsiung with a local guide on a private walking tour tailored to your interests, pace, food tastes, and need-to-know city tips.

“Jason was awesome! I'm in Kaohsiung for business for 2 weeks from the U.S. and really wanted to learn more about the area and how to get around. Jason showed me the basics of taking the subway and renting a bike. I got to see some amazing views and understand more things about Taiwan. I highly recommend this tour! Jason is great to talk with and a lot of fun.”

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9.Kenting, Taiwan｜Snorkeling Free underwater photography One-on-one with instructor｜Taiwan Diving Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $28Best value

Snorkel Kenting’s coral waters with a one-on-one instructor, included equipment, underwater photos, insurance, and free local pickup.

“My guy had a lot of patience to me, showing me how to breathe well after a while I was gliding, and he really enjoyed the amazing views of the coral. He was very informative.”

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10.Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $48

See Kaohsiung with a local host on a private walking tour shaped around your interests, from city sights and food to Monkey Mountain views.

“Yu was most helpful, meeting us at the cruise port and bringing us to monkey mountain via the light rail. The Shoushan Nature Park is an enchanting experience. After visiting multiple tea houses at lookout points, Yu had us speaking TaiwanRead more”

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11.Kaohsiung’s Cruiseship Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $300

Review of Kaohsiung’s private cruise shore excursion, with Lotus Pond, Chijin Island, Pier-2, pricing, guides, and practical booking advice.

“Hey, our guide, Young, barely spoke English, but he rocked Google Translate! Might not work for everyone, but we loved the tour. Young totally customized it for us. That Toyota van? Best tour vehicle ever! We were on a cruise, and another grRead more”

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12.Private Tour Shore Excursion in Kaohsiung City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $199

Review of Kaohsiung’s private shore tour, with Lotus Pond, Pier-2, Formosa Boulevard, Qijin Island, transport, price, and tips.

“Excellent tour. Joseph Chien was one of the best tout guides we have had. He took is to dome very cool places and was very knowledgeable about everything.”

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13.Tainan Ancient Capital & Wushantou Reservoir One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $350

Explore Tainan’s Dutch-era sites, street food, and Wushantou Reservoir by boat on an 8-hour private tour from Kaohsiung.

“Easy booking. The guide showed up on time and had no issue finding our place. Richard knows history well and was explained to us. I’d tour with him again.”

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14.Discover Scuba Diving With Sea Turtles – Xiaoliuqiu, Taiwan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $83

Meet green sea turtles near Xiaoliuqiu on a beginner-friendly SCUBA outing with equipment, personal instruction, and underwater photos included.

“A magical experience! We had zero diving experience, but it was no problem. The staff is amazing and took great care of us. We saw so many turtles and have awesome pictures to remember our time underwater. One of the best things to do in Taiwan.”

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15.Highlights & Cultural Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $120

Review of Kaohsiung’s private 8-hour cultural tour, from Weiwuying and Cijin seafood to harbor views, colonial history, and sunset at Xizi Bay.

“ROBIN was knowledgeable, efficient, and fun! We saw everything we had hoped for and more!”

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