Fishing Spots ＞ Taiwan
2 captains listed · sea category. A spot in Penghu (Taiwan) targeting Amberjack/Squid/Jigging. Check the tide, captains and recent catches, then contact them directly via public social accounts. Access, climate and lodging are in the details below.
Book / contact the captain directly 利星海釣船 澎湖(FB) ›The gateway to the Penghu Islands is Penghu (Magong) Airport [MZG]. Many domestic flights serve it from Songshan (Taipei), Taichung, Tainan, Chiayi and Kaohsiung on Taiwan's main island, arriving in as little as 30 to 60 minutes. Boats run year-round from Kaohsiung and mainly in summer from Chiayi (Budai Port), but the ports are far from the airport and stations, so mind your connections. From Japan, the common route is to arrive at Kaohsiung International Airport or transit via Taipei to Songshan Airport, then connect to MZG.
| From | Route | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei (Songshan TSA) | Domestic flight (Uni Air, etc.) | Approx. 60 min | If arriving at Taoyuan Airport, transfer to Songshan Airport is required. 4 to 5 flights per day |
| Taichung (RMQ) | Domestic flight | Approx. 45 min | About 4 flights per day |
| Tainan (TNN) | Domestic flight | Approx. 30 min | Shortest route. About 3 flights per day |
| Chiayi (CYI) | Domestic flight | Approx. 35 min | About 1 flight per day |
| Kaohsiung (KHH) | Domestic flight | Approx. 40 min | Easiest connection from Japan. 6 to 7 flights per day. One-way approx. 1,700 to 2,300 NTD |
| Kaohsiung Port | Ferry (Penghu Lun, year-round) | Approx. 4 hours or more | Operates year-round and can carry cars. In winter this is nearly the only service |
| Chiayi (Budai Port) | Ferry (high-speed boat, mainly summer) | Approx. 1.5 hours | Several operators run mainly in summer. One-way approx. 1,000 NTD / round trip approx. 2,000 NTD |
Coordinates: 23.57, 119.58（Open in Google Maps）
Amberjack/Squid/Jigging
The best time to fish is April to September (spring to early autumn), when winds are weak and the sea is calm. In particular, nighttime squid (xiaojuan / coastal squid) fishing is in season from May to September, peaking from June to September. Recreational fishing that draws in squid with fish-luring lights from boats is a Penghu specialty. April to May has southerly winds, not too hot and comfortable, and September is also worth targeting with its lingering heat. July to August is the peak, but there is a risk of approaching typhoons, so mind the decision to sail. October to the following March is the off-season, with fierce northeast monsoons roughing up the sea and greatly limiting sea trips and water activities.
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Penghu has a thriving nearshore boat fishery split into two by season. Summer (May-September, peaking June-August) features nighttime lamp fishing for swordtip squid, centered on easy 2-4 hour night tours. Winter means metal jigging at 20-60 m for pelagics like amberjack (red amberjack). Riding 3-16 oz jigs on the current is the standard presentation.
Full how-to & tackle on each species page：Amberjack Squid
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Penghu has a subtropical (Cwa) climate, with hot and humid summers and dry, mostly sunny winters. Its biggest feature is the very strong northeast monsoon (Dongbei Jifeng) in winter. From October to the following January, wind speeds of 6 m/s or more become the norm, and during winter (October to March) the frequency of exceeding 10 m/s is about 56%. It is nicknamed the "Island of Wind," and winter limits sea trips and water activities. Summer (April to September) has weak winds and is comfortable, but watch for typhoons in July and August.
| Month | Avg ℃ | High ℃ | Low ℃ | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 20 | 12 | Thick outerwear and a windproof jacket. The northeast monsoon is strong and it feels quite cold | |
| 16 | 20 | 12 | Thick outerwear and a windproof jacket. Wind protection is essential | |
| 18 | 22 | 14 | Jacket and long sleeves. The northeast monsoon still lingers and the wind is strong | |
| 22 | 26 | 18 | Long sleeves plus a light jacket. Pleasant and a good time to travel | |
| 26 | 29 | 22 | Mostly short sleeves, with a light layer for morning and evening. Comfortable | |
| 27 | 30 | 24 | Short sleeves and sun protection. Hot and humid | |
| 29 | 32 | 25 | Short sleeves, hat and sunscreen. The hottest. Watch for typhoons | |
| 29 | 32 | 25 | Short sleeves and sun protection. The hottest. Watch for typhoons | |
| 28 | 31 | 24 | Mostly short sleeves. Lingering summer heat but the wind gradually strengthens | |
| 25 | 29 | 21 | Long sleeves plus a light jacket. The northeast monsoon begins to blow | |
| 22 | 26 | 18 | Long sleeves, jacket and wind protection. The wind strengthens | |
| 18 | 22 | 14 | Thick outerwear and a windproof jacket. Entering the strong-wind season of winter |
| Class | Property | Price (approx) | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-end | 澎湖福朋喜來登酒店 (Four Points by Sheraton Penghu) | Around 20,000 yen per night and up | An international 5-star under the Marriott brand. Right in front of Magong Port with 331 rooms, the smallest about 12 ping and spacious. Infinity pool, harbor-view rooms, UK Slumberland beds. A flagship luxury resort representing Penghu. No. 197 Xindian Rd, Magong City. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | 長春大飯店 (Everspring Hotel) | 20,000-yen range per night | Central location at No. 6 Zhongzheng Rd in downtown Magong. High-quality rooms such as deluxe king harbor-view rooms. Holds GTS international sustainability certification (silver level). Close to the downtown district, Guanyin Pavilion and the port, convenient for sightseeing. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | O2精品會館 (O2 Boutique Hotel) | Around 15,000 to 20,000 yen per night | A seaside boutique in Dongwei, Magong City. The popular Starry Sea-View 6-person room has a wide sea view through large floor-height glass windows. Well-equipped with a pool, gym, massage chairs and more, suited to group stays. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 澎湖海悅飯店 (Hai Yue Hotel) | Around 10,000 yen per night | 3-star grade in downtown Magong. Rooms are spacious and well-equipped, with port views from the upper floors. Opposite is the famous shaved-ice shop "Yuguan Nen Xiancao." Good for food-walking and port access. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 綠的旅店 (Green Hotel) | Around 8,000 to 12,000 yen per night | A quiet location in downtown Magong, close to a PX Mart supermarket and convenience stores. Glass-walled bathroom with a tub and a Dyson hairdryer. A good-value inn with a fine balance of texture, comfort and amenities. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 陽光棕櫚渡假民宿 (Sunshine Palm B&B) | Around 10,000 yen per night | A resort-style B&B very close to Shanshui Beach. Fresh white-and-blue interior. Offers airport/port transfers and rental car arrangements. Seaside, suited to a beach stay. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 彩虹文旅 (Rainbow Hotel) | Around 5,000 to 8,000 yen per night | A simple inn above the Magong bus terminal and FamilyMart. Very close to the Zhongzheng Rd gourmet street and Guanyin Pavilion (Xiying Rainbow Bridge), with great everyday convenience. Affordable with airport transfers. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 家翔琳觀海民宿 (Jia Xiang Lin Sea View B&B) | Around 5,000 to 8,000 yen per night | Adjacent to "Waipo de Penghu Wan" near Guanyin Pavilion in Magong City. A great spot for watching the Penghu Fireworks Festival, offering sea views and sunsets at a good-value sea-view B&B. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 拾光海景民宿 (Shi Guang Sea View B&B) | Around 5,000 to 8,000 yen per night | A yellow European-style building near Shanshui Beach. A 5-minute walk to the beach, with sea views from an independent large balcony. An affordable sea-view B&B praised for its abundant and varied breakfast. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Name | Cuisine | Budget | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 福牡蠣屋 | Seafood (oyster specialist) | Around 500 to 1,000 NTD per person | One of Penghu's most popular spots. Serves its own farm-raised oysters fresh daily. The signature steamed oysters come 8 to 12 per basket, large and plump. No. 73 Zhongxing Rd, Magong City. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 原味漁村小吃 | Fishing-village cuisine / seafood snacks | Around 200 to 400 NTD per person | A popular spot whose specialty is braised pork rice with fresh oysters (oyster lurou fan). Homely flavors typical of a local fishing village. No. 35-1 Zhongzheng Rd, Magong City. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 海城上湯鮮魚粥飯麵擔 | Seafood congee / noodles | Around 150 to 300 NTD per person | A well-regarded spot for fresh-fish congee and noodles that condense Penghu's seafood into a single bowl. The light fish broth is popular. No. 441 Sanduo Rd, Magong City. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 三民路の海鮮レストラン(三民路海鮮) | Seafood cuisine | Around 500 to 1,000 NTD per person | A good-value seafood spot. A lineup of fresh seafood dishes such as scallion-oil lobster, with a kind owner, ideal for families and groups. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 郵局蔥油餅 | Snack (scallion pancake) | Around 30 to 60 NTD per person | A specialist in Penghu's signature scallion-oil pancake. Crisp outside, chewy inside, topped with egg and sauce. A queue-forming shop near the post office, opening at 14:00. No. 36 Huimin 1st Rd, Magong City. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 藍媽媽仙草 (藍媽媽の仙草) | Dessert (grass jelly) | Around 50 to 100 NTD per person | A grass-jelly specialist handmade daily since 2005. With traditionally made handmade jelly, crisp tapioca, mild sweetness and dense ice, this cooling dessert is popular with locals and tourists. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 玉冠嫩仙草 | Dessert (grass jelly / shaved ice) | Around 50 to 100 NTD per person | A famous shaved-ice and grass-jelly shop opposite Hai Yue Hotel in Penghu. Its signature is the soft tender grass jelly, a staple after meals or as a snack. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
Nearby spots easy to combine into one trip (straight-line distance). See the map above for locations.