Included: An experienced, rock climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area Guided rock climbing, depending on your chosen itinerary Group equipment Harness and helmet Not included: Transportation Accommodations — available at an additional cost Climbing shoes — rental available, ask at checkout Meals and snacks Travel and medical insurance Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level. If you’d like to do the intro to trad climbing, you have to have some experience climbing.

What if I’ve never climbed before?

Long Dong has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun! For intermediate to advanced climbers, Long Dong has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best hidden gems the area has to offer.

What about required equipment?

All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need: Helmet Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag Ropes Rock shoes Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.) Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag) Water bottle Food you can eat on-the-go Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For Customized Half Day & Intro to Trad , the group size is set at max. 2 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 2:1 max. For Customized Full Day , the group size is set at max. 4 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 4:1 max. For Women’s Intro to outdoor Climbing , it takes at least 2 participants for it to operate, while the group size is set at max. 4 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 4:1 max. Costs per person decrease as the group grows (for everything but Women’s Intro to Outdoor Climbing), so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family! Climbing days at Long Dong, Taiwan, can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Long Dong, Taiwan, most people fly into Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport , 1.5 hours from Long Dong. From there, you can rent a car, or get to Taipei Main Station and take a bus from there. You can also take a train from Taipei Main Station to Keelung and transfer to the local bus 791. Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Long Dong | Taiwan

Rock Climbing at Long Dong in Taiwan

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Holding close to the rough sandstone as the jagged spine of Taiwan’s northeast coast bubbles below.

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Duration

1-2 days

Season

Year-round

Group size

Up to 4 people

Located on the northeast shore of Taiwan, the cliffs of Long Dong rise dramatically from the Pacific and offer some of the best seaside trad opportunities in the East. With 9 different sectors boasting over 600 routes running the entire spectrum of difficulty, everyone will find something just right for them. The conditions in Long Dong, also known as Dragon Caves, are perfect. Most of the sectors are easily accessible, you can climb year-round, and both newcomers to the sport and expert climbers can revel in lines of all grades. Along the coastline, you’ll find fractured rock faces, horizontal and vertical cracks, jagged formations, and all you could ever need to develop your rock climbing skills. Find out more about how you can discover the unexpected rock climbing of Taiwan at Long Dong from Kelly Khiew, Singaporean rock climber and AMGA-certified SPI.

Adventure highlights

The finest trad climbing in Taiwan, and possibly Asia
Long Dong houses a vast array of traditional and sport routes
Climb against the backdrop of the Pacific’s white-capped waves

From $240 ()

Cancel in the first 48h for free

Travel and medical insurance available

Got questions or need a private booking?

Highlighted reviews from other travellers

Paul R.

|November 2023

Trevor Timm

If you’re a climber passing through Taiwan you have to make it a point to go to Longdong! If you’re really smart you will hire Kelly for a Crag tour. Great times, good recs, and a cool place. Sea cliffs!!

Irene Foo

They are both wonderful instructors with great patience. We all had a wonderful time with QX and Kelly. Kelly made it fun for our group of beginners and I learned a few new skills with QX 1 on 1 guiding. Thanks for the encouragement and making the routes “easy”.

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Half Day With a Private Guide

Short on time or simply keen to get out on the rock without needing a partner? Join a professionally guided climb at Long Dong tailored to your goals and schedule. Whether you're looking to push your grade, explore new routes, or just experience Taiwan’s world-class sea cliff climbing with a trusted expert, we’ll customize the outing to fit your objectives—no logistics, no stress, just pure climbing.

A Customized Day of Climbing at Long Dong

Master new moves and fast-track your rock climbing skills at Long Dong’s towering cliffs in Taiwan. Enjoy your day on the crags and scale a plethora of various routes with a private guide and revel in the marvelous scenery around you. Conquer some classic climbs such as Golden Shower and Moby Dick (5.9) or whichever ones are suitable for your skill level. Your expert guide will make sure to find a route perfect for your abilities.

Intro to Trad Climbing at Long Dong

Let an expert guide show you the ropes of trad climbing at Long Dong, one of Asia’s best trad climbing destinations. Focus on gear placement and anchor building in a single pitch setting during this two-day workshop and learn how to climb safely on these breathtaking cliffs. The best routes for climbers learning trad are in Golden Valley, but there are plenty of other classic trad routes ranging from 5.4-5.11a.

Your adventure will start off with your guide assessing your skills and establishing a baseline for individual goals. You’ll start working on gear placements and anchor building in a single-pitch setting to learn how to stay safe on the rocks. Return to your accommodations and prepare for the next day on the rocks.
On the second day, you’ll review the skills you learned yesterday and cement the techniques your guide showed you. Climb some of the classic routes on Long Dong’s solid rocks.

Women’s Clinic: Intro to Outdoor Climbing at Long Dong

Get into the world of outdoor climbing with other like-minded ladies at the only all-women outdoor rock climbing clinic at Long Dong in Taiwan! This Taiwanese trad paradise is home to routes for all skill levels, allowing everyone to progress according to their abilities, and it's the perfect location for your one-day clinic. Forge strong bonds with fellow female climbing enthusiasts and learn from your certified female climbing guide to improve your rock climbing skills.

Rock Climbing at Long Dong in Taiwan

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Meet your guide

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Kelly

Singaporean Rock Climber and AMGA-Certified Rock Guide

Kelly is an AMGA Certified Rock Guide and Single Pitch Instructor. With more than 20 years of climbing experience from competitive climbing to traditional and multi-pitch climbing and the love for the outdoors, Kelly hopes to help folks achieve their rock climbing goals. She strives to create a safe space especially for women and the LGBTQ+ community to enjoy rock climbing.

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Paul R.

|November 2023

Trevor Timm

Irene Foo

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Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, rock climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Guided rock climbing, depending on your chosen itinerary
  - Group equipment
  - Harness and helmet
Not included:
- - Transportation
  - Accommodations — available at an additional cost
  - Climbing shoes — rental available, ask at checkout
  - Meals and snacks
  - Travel and medical insurance
  - Guide gratuities — optional
If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.

If you’d like to do the intro to trad climbing, you have to have some experience climbing.
Long Dong has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun!

For intermediate to advanced climbers, Long Dong has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best hidden gems the area has to offer.
All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:
- - Helmet
  - Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag
  - Ropes
  - Rock shoes
  - Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)
Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
  - Water bottle
  - Food you can eat on-the-go
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For Customized Half Day & Intro to Trad, the group size is set at max. 2 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 2:1 max.
  - For Customized Full Day, the group size is set at max. 4 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 4:1 max.
  - For Women’s Intro to outdoor Climbing, it takes at least 2 participants for it to operate, while the group size is set at max. 4 participants. Client-to-guide ratio is 4:1 max.
  - Costs per person decrease as the group grows (for everything but Women’s Intro to Outdoor Climbing), so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family!
Climbing days at Long Dong, Taiwan, can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Long Dong, Taiwan, most people fly into Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 1.5 hours from Long Dong. From there, you can rent a car, or get to Taipei Main Station and take a bus from there. You can also take a train from Taipei Main Station to Keelung and transfer to the local bus 791.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
- - If the client cancels the booking anytime prior to fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, the client is entitled to a full refund.
  - For cancellations seven (7) to thirteen (13) calendar days in advance, the client is entitled to a credit with that guide for another identical or substantially similar booking, or a full refund, minus a one hundred-fifty dollar ($150) reservation fee.
  - For cancellations one to six calendar days in advance, the client is entitled to a full refund, minus a one hundred-fifty dollar ($150) reservation fee.
  - For cancellations anytime less than 25 hours in advance, the client is not entitled to any refund.
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.