Breaking free from the typical image of this small island in the South-East cost of Mainland China, team 'Outbound International' brings you a very new aspect of travelling all the way to this unexplored world of innumerable charms. Trust us; you will never regret the thousands of miles of travel as the Portuguese sailors never did in the past. Like them, you will only be enamored! Guaranteed that you will be charmed by the oriental spells and even the Hakka Noodles, Buddhist Chants and Traditional Art forms will appear unique to your eyes and senses. But, when we introduce you to another facet of this island nation, you will only be mesmerized.
If you already guessed what it is then you are on the right track to cast off the spell of this place and exercise some adrenaline rush. Adventure is the word that fits in here and by the word, we certainly do not mean a Kung Fu session. Well, it is a pretty amazing art of practicing strength, rigour and patience and we know, you just admire the likes of Bruce lee, Jackie Chan and the Kung Fu Panda! But, Taiwan has now-a-day, surfaced as an adventure sports destination for those who never mind the boundaries and challenges.
Blessed with a beautiful terrain housing beautifully forested hills and audacious mountains, Taiwan is a nature lover's delight and an explorer's door to countless discoveries.
Whether you love a solitary walk in the hills or you are a gravity-defying sort of a person, you can always find a suitable option awaiting you in this Asian wonderland. The best thing about being in Taiwan is that an adventure root is never far away from you no matter where you are located. And once you get started, your new found interest becomes an obsession. Like T S Eliot describes his love as 'sweet poison', we describe it as 'awfully awesome'. The hills are not far away, so are the rivers and waterfalls. This is probably because; greeneries cover more than a two-third of the total island. Therefore, leaving behind the tall towers and crammed streets from the days of the great Taiwan Miracle (Economic boom that helped the country become a major Asian economy), we want you to discover Taiwan through the eyes of an adventurer. The options are many- Rock Climbing, Mountain Hiking, River Rafting and Tracing, Scuba Diving, Golf, Sailing, Windsurfing and many more exciting things. Let us illustrate a few.

Hiking in the High Hills

For an invigorating hiking trip in Taiwan, our personal favourite recommendation is the Huangdidian Trail toward the South-East of Taipei, the capital. Situated near the reclusive town of Shiding, this trail is probably the most admired hiking stretch in the whole region. Other, key trekking areas include Alishan where a fun-trekking trip can grow into a challenging trekking adventure. The trekking routs are so large in numbers that you will get confused which one to choose but do we need to mention that each one of them is so unique? Steep rocks or winding paths- the choice is yours. A deep breath up in the green hills can really fill up your lungs and a sunrise atop the hill to make your day asserts only one thing. Life on this earth is beautiful and there are countless ways to celebrate your existence. Climbing a lofty mountain can add up to your feeling of supremacy on this earth but at the same time you realize how trivial we human beings are in front of this great force of nature. If you do not believe in God, Surely you do believe in the titanic power of nature.

Rafting in the Roaring Rivers

Think you are a stranger to this thrilling world of rafts and high rapids? Life couldn't have endowed a better opportunity than this. To get started at Jiajiuliao, a striking village that boasts of a beautiful hot spring means something special to any traveller at Taiwan. But, if you need a real dose of rafting experience, a river tracing along the Hualien valley (popularly known as the Kingdom of Rivertracing) will take you through an exotic combination of climbing, camping, swimming, rappelling and of course, unyielding rapids. The Laonung River is another most popular spot for white water rafting in Taiwan. Located at Liouguei Township in Kaohsiung County in the South of Taiwan, this river is a preferred destination for playing with the slumps. Apart from the thrill part involved, rafting and river tracing is popular option just to escape the heat. If mountain hiking is a winter time favourite then rafting is the sport of the summers. We must say, it is quite difficult to keep your eyes focused on the slopes and cuts as the dense forests on the banks outlining rugged cliffs drives your senses wild and high. Next time take the oars; remember we warned you about the spell of the dancing rivers!

Scuba-diving in the Sinking Shores

We know that the lure of the vast seas is a difficult thing to avoid and this is the reason behind men discovering innumerable lands across the seas since ages. But, beneath this enormous world of sea routes and endless possibilities there lies a completely different world of coral reefs and marine life. A scuba diving expedition to get acquainted with this unique world is made special by the availability an estimated 4,000 divers and hundreds of diving sites in the costal areas of Taiwan. Thus, diving in Taiwan is just a matter of simply getting deeper into the sea. For a change, give the rest of the world a rest and plunge yourself into the worlds of endless adventure. Usually, the southern tip of the island is the starting point for any dive expedition in Taiwan. But, the \north coast is a diver's choice. Here, the visibility is excellent and an assortment of different marine life with the backdrop of a coral canyon will surely take your breath away. Don't blame us if you lose your heart underwater.

Paragliding above the Panoramic Paradise

Ever wanted to fly like a bird up in the skies? Yes, we know that it is not a fantasy of the kids alone. The grown up man in you too wants to break free and sail along the wind. Then, why not try flying like a bird. Yes, you know what paragliding is but shedding off the inhibition is something you have never known. Most definitely you don't need to travel all the way to Taiwan to do this but, if you do this while on a holiday at Taiwan then you are in line for an exciting glide. Your launch pad should be the Green Bay near Taipei where the glide is awarded with a panoramic view of the coastline along the Pacific Ocean. But, for the experienced gliders, Gaotai is the dream destination. This tea capital of Taiwan is a Paragliding heaven. If you sail up to the sky above, never mind the direction of the wind. It doesn't matter where this ends but you will surely get a tea treat. Looking down at the world beneath you may have a close idea of how it feels to be the God.
Golfing at the Gorgeous Greens
Agreed that golf isn't the thrilling sport we were talking about so far but 37 excellent golf courses across the country can actually thrill the golfer in you. If you are an expert in this, it is a blessing in golf holes and if you are a Tiger Woods in the making then this is an excellent place to discover your golfing skills. We recommend a golfrendezvous in one of these gorgeous golf courses after you drain your energy in all the above mentioned adventures. A languid walk across a green golf course in a dewy morning