Sicao Green Tunnel: The Little Amazon of Tainan

Enter an enchanting realm in Sicao Green Tunnel (四草綠隧) located in the Annan District of Tainan, Taiwan. 

A famous tourist spot, the Sicao Green Tunnel refers to the water channel behind Sicao Dazhong Temple (四草大眾廟). Visitors can enjoy a thirty-minute raft ride through the canal with tour guide explaining the local ecological habitat. 

Feel the warmth of dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves and keep your eyes out for herons, egrets, and mudskippers. 

Glimpse the former site of Fort Zeeburg that was built by the Dutch.

And as we delve deeper into the ride, remember to watch your head as the foliage grows thicker!

While the seating arrangement was on a first-come-first-serve basis, the driver would turn the boat sideway to ensure everyone could get an unhindered picture of Sicao Green Tunnel.

Witness the magical sight of the mangrove forests paving way for the flowing canal, their leaves coming together to form a green dome with no end in sight. 

As we visited Sicao during peak season, we had to wait approximately two hours to get on the raft ride. 

Do take note of your schedule as the waiting time can get quite long either way - on off-peak days, the raft will only operate once the capacity is full.

My take? Yes, it's worth the visit!

Tips & Information:
Lather on plenty of sunscreen and wear the provided life jacket properly. 
Price: NTD200 for adult, NTD100 for children
Hours: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm everyday
Address: No. 360, Dazhong Rd, Annan District, Tainan City, Taiwan 709

Enjoy the charming sight!