Fenggui Cave in Pengu is a basalt column sea cave named because of the whistling sound it makes as the wind passes by. Here there has also been a tower erected so that visitors can enjoy 360-degree views of the sea cave and nearby coastline. It is definitely a must-visit if you come to Penghu.
Historical Background:
Fenggui Cave is located at the end of the Fenggui Peninsula in Penghu County, Taiwan. The name “Fenggui 風櫃” literally means bellows, which were used to stoke fires in old kitchens, and was so named because the wind the blows on the rocks makes a similar sound. Basalt formations here have been eroded over the centuries by waves, forming a narrow sea cave.
Inside the cave, there is a crack in the rock that reaches the land surface. When the tide rises to about seventy percent, the waves rush into the cave, compressing the air and water, which then shoots out through the crack, producing a loud noise. As the waves recede, air is drawn back into the cave through the crack, creating a large inhaling sound that resembles the sound of an old kitchen bellows.
Activities:
Besides soaking in sun rays at the beach, there are many activities available in Penghu such as snorkeling, diving, wind surfing, sailing, canoeing, wakeboarding, massage, yachting, glamping, trampoline Water Sports, SUP / Paddle Boarding, kayaking, night fishing and more on Klook here or KKday here.
Tours:
There are many tours and activities available on the islands such as Island Hopping Tour, starlight Marine Ranch, seafood Barbeque, Sheraton Four Points Eatery, Dragon Palace Intertidal Zone, Jibei Sand Tail, and many more options on Klook here or KKday here.
For more information, look at other tour/ferry sites or book a personalized tour with Klook here or KKday here.
Where to Stay:
We have stayed at and recommend Han’s Hostel which had great service and is right next to Shanshui Beach, the best beach in Penghu (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, or Trip.com here) a newly renovated homestay in downtown Magong with great service and great prices (you can book on Agoda here or Booking.com here).
Looking for a hotel? We recommend booking through Agoda here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation on the islands.
You can also find out more about where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide here.
When to go to Penghu:
The best time to go is Autumn. Spring is also a nice time to go, but there is a greater chance of spring showers during that time. The summers may be too hot, and winters too cold and windy.
How to get to Penghu:
By Plane:
There are daily flights from Taipei Songshan, Taichung, and Kaohsiung airports to Makung. the flight takes roughly under an hour. Rates can range from around 2200-6000 NT for a round trip. There are also flights to and from Chiayi, Tainan, Kinmen, and Chimei, with charted flights to Hong Kong starting September 2018.
There are flights to and from Taipei Songshan Airport three times a day via Uni Air. You can book flights on KKday here, Trip.com here, CheapO Air here, or Kiwi here.
By Boat: There are daily ferries from Chiayi and Kaohsiung. A one-way trip takes about 4 hours from both locations. A one-way ferry from Kaohsiung costs about 900 NT for just a reclining seat, and a one-way ferry from Chiayi costs about 1000 NT.
By Ferry: You can book ferry boat tickets from Chiayi on Klook here, or ferry boat tickets from Tainan on KKday here.
How to Get to Fongguei Cave 風櫃洞:
By Scooter: From Makung, take Highway 204 southeast and then turn southwest on Highway 201. You will find the cave along the coastline at the end of Highway 201. We recommend taking a scooter as the most efficient and convenient type of transport on the islands. However, most places require a local scooter license. You can rent a scooter for Penghu on Klook here or on KKday here. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here.
By Car / taxi: From Makung, take Highway 204 southeast and then turn southwest on Highway 201. You will find the cave along the coastline at the end of Highway 201. A car is also sensible in Penghu because the main island is pretty spread out. You can rent a car for Penghu on Klook here or on KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here.
By Bus: You can get to Feng Gui bus stop via bus 51B, 51C, or 51D.
By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan’s landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can search on KKday here and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here.
Map:
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