FAQ

  • How many campers will attend each camp?

    A maximum of 8 children attend each camp. This creates a real feeling of family, develops close relationships and maintains safety.

    How many campers will attend each camp?A maximum of 8 children attend each camp. This creates a real feeling of family, develops close relationships and maintains safety.</p>
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  • How old does my child have to be?

    Your child should have finished first grade and be 6-15 years old. Efforts will be made to group students of similar age and ability.

    Younger campers can be considered if parents feel they are ready for such an adventure.

  • What will you do to help my child be safe?

    With 2 guides catering to a maximum of 8 students, we provide an amazing 1:4 ratio of guide per student. This enables real support, supervision, and security.

    Safety = Knowledge

    Joel has an unmatched understanding of Taiwan’s nature, weather and environment. He strives to build confidence in the children through prepared and calculated adventure, not risk or endangerment.

  • What language will my child use during the camp?

    Your child will speak English almost exclusively, while not even realizing they are doing so. Learning naturally… just the way it should be.

    At Camping Taiwan, English language acquisition is heightened through adventure, fun, excitement and happiness.

  • How can I know how my child is doing?

    Sit back and relax from the comfort of your own home and experience all the amazing adventures your child is embarking upon.

    We will send all parents precious moments captured throughout the day, of your child having the time of their life! Simply join the parents LINE group “Happy Campers” and watch in awe as your child discovers new and exciting life skills.

    We understand that some parents, just like their children, love adventure and want to share in the fun. CampingTaiwan will be adding “Family Camps” in the future. These will be aimed at educating parents in all that is needed to lead their families on amazing adventures for years to come.

  • What if my child can not swim?

    At Camping Taiwan we treat all campers as if they have zero swimming experience. We provide extremely comfortable, United States Coast Guard (USCG) Certified life vests and provide constant supervision and coaching.

    Joel has spent a lifetime in the water and can instil a healthy respect of the ocean in our campers through understanding that builds confidence.

    We have hand picked our swimming locations to ensure they are some of Taiwan’s safest, and we make sure every camper has a great experience in the water, regardless their swimming ability.

    What if my child can not swim?At Camping Taiwan we treat all campers as if they have zero swimming experience.

  • What if my child gets homesick?

    Camping Taiwan = Family = Adventure = Fun

    In the past, homesickness has proven to be minimal. If you feel your child is not ready to join our adventures, wait until they are.

    What if my child gets homesick?Camping Taiwan = Family = Adventure = Fun

  • Can I call and visit the camp?

    No.

    Why?

    Camp guides Joel and Debby are contactable 24/7 in case you need to speak to us or your child urgently.

    We have an amazing schedule designed to develop your child’s budding confidence by showing them the very best of what Taiwan’s nature offers. It would be sad to disrupt or hinder this REAL growth experience for them unless it was absolutely necessary.

  • Is your campsite Eco-friendly?

    Yes, our campsite is one of Taiwan’s most eco-friendly campsites.

    Camping Taiwan provides your child with first hand learning opportunities into sustainable living, as well as respect for Taiwan’s natural environment.

    Your child will be amazed at the fun of utilizing solar power, the cleanliness of composting toilets and the simplicity of using a hand pump to access clean water.

    The Campsite has a NO Technology RULE!

    NO Phones!
    NO Tablets!
    NO Computer Games!

  • Where should I drop off and pick up my child?

    The adventure begins at Songshan Train Station in Taipei. Here, we jump on a train and say goodbye to city life. The train ride to Hualien gives us time to get to know each other and get excited about the real adventure that awaits us.

    You can pick up your happy camper 5 days later at the same location. Each camper will return home with stories of adventure, fun and happiness. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we did creating them!

  • Where is the campsite located?

    Shhhh...it’s a secret.

    Joel and Debby’s private campsite has been their “home” base for all their adventures in Taiwan and they hope to call it home for years to come. We love its natural beauty and want to share this with our guests, as a result we do not release the exact location with the public.

    Where is the campsite located?Joel and Debby’s private campsite has been their “home” base for all their adventures in Taiwan and they hope to call it home for years to come.

  • What about very bad weather? Typhoons?

    Camping Taiwan makes use of multiple weather forecast models when planning adventures. If the weather conditions bring too much rain, wind or heat, we have a house in a neighbouring town that is set up to accommodate our campers. Our campers safety and comfort is our priority at all times.

    Joel has spent over 15 years studying Taiwan’s wind, swell and rainfall patterns. This knowledge has enabled him to discover many of Taiwan’s premier surf locations as visually documented at WavesTaiwan.com. Joel possesses a highly skilled understanding of Taiwan’s weather.

  • What will my child eat?

    We love food! We will all eat together and eat the same healthy diet. All food is carefully selected, fresh and healthy local produce that tastes amazing.

    What will my child eat?We love food! We will all eat together and eat the same healthy diet.

  • What are the sleeping arrangements?

    Three, 2-person, suspended tents combine to form one super “Trilogy Tree Tent” where all our campers sleep.

    Raised only a few feet off the ground, campers feel like they are sleeping in the clouds, free from worry about moisture, bugs, and insects. This also allows a nice breeze to cool the underside of the tent.

    Camping Taiwan guides Joel and Debby sleep only a few feet away and will be quick to respond to any of the campers needs.

    What are the sleeping arrangements?What are the sleeping arrangements?

  • Where does my child go to the bathroom?

    Bathrooms are extremely close. Campers wake up their Bathroom-Buddy and the two campers go to the bathroom together.

    Camp guides are close by to assist if necessary at anytime of the night.

  • Is your Summer Camp as fun as it looks?

    Yes, Yes, Yes!

    We love what we do!
    We love Taiwan!
    We love children!
    We love adventure and fun seems to follow us where ever we go!

    Is your Summer Camp as fun as it looks?We love adventure and fun seems to follow us where ever we go!

  • What is your refund policy?

    Camping Taiwan Cancellation / Refund Policy

    Camping Taiwan prides itself on offering the most amazing and inspiring camps in Taiwan. We do understand however that at times parents may need to cancel or postpone a camp for a number of reasons.

    Our cancellation policy is outlined below:

    Registration fee:$3000Non-Refundable.
    Tuition fee:$18000For late cancelations, camp refunds tuition based on the chart below.
    Cancellation 61-90 days before start of camp:90% refund of tuition fee.
    Cancellation 31-60 days before start of camp:70% refund of tuition fee.
    Cancellation 08-30 days before start of camp:50% refund of tuition fee.
    Cancellation 07-0 days before start of camp:No refund.

    We will always try to work with parents and generously offer to postpone camps when possible to avoid any fees being incurred.

    Typhoon / Natural Disaster Cancellation / Refund Policy

    If CampingTaiwan cancels a camp in the event of a Typhoon or Natural Disaster parents can use their fees towards a future camp (Registration and Tuition Fee).

    Is your Summer Camp as fun as it looks?We love adventure and fun seems to follow us where ever we go!

We encourage all parents to speak to us by phone or in person, so you can fully appreciate how committed and qualified we are to guide your child on the adventure of a lifetime.

Have further questions?
Please get in touch with Joel or Debby.

What our little campers parents’ say…

  • We love this camp! It introduced Nikki and Austin to the beauty of Taiwan and how charming nature is. So many activities and an amazing journey for the kids that instilled in them courage and adventure. Nikki and Austin returned with abundant memories and can’t stop laughing when ever they reminisce about their summer camp. We love Debby and Joel’s passion and professionalism. They taught the kids to face their challenges positively, without fear, always ready for the next adventure and to try new things. By the way, amazing images, thank you so much!

    Tanya, Austin & Nikki’s mom

  • Thank you CampingTaiwan for giving kids excitement, joy and memories that will last a lifetime. It is amazing to to see how it helped Isan bond with nature and try new things. Without Joel and Debby he never could of experienced these amazing adventures in such a wonderful and safe way. See you next year!

    Ray and Fish, Isan’s mom & dad

  • CampingTaiwan is truly a wonderful chance for kids to immerse themselves in nature and learn about how much fun it can be! Kaiden loved it! He repeatedly keeps asking when he can join again! He loves sleeping in the floating tree tents, jumping into the ocean like superman and surfing! It is the most unique and beautiful camp in Taiwan for kids and we are so happy our Kaiden gets to share it with you each year.

    Theresa and Jonathan, Kaiden’s mom & dad

  • Our daughter’s smile said it all, then we got the photos back and they blew our hearts away too! Joel and Debby are such authentic teachers who provided an adventure that will be at the core of Acacia forever. The most excellent education experience on the island!

    — Burgasser Family