During the summer and fall, river tracing and canyoning—activities where you explore canyons by climbing up waterfalls and descending down them—through Taiwan’s crystal clear wild rivers are the activities of choice. In the chillier months of the winter, hiking is extremely popular and Taiwan offers 256 3,000m peaks, almost as much as the entire United States. Ocean sports like kitesurfing, wind-foiling, kayaking and paddleboarding are popular year-round. Diving is as convenient as a quick trip to the Northern Coast, Kenting, and the offshore islands of Green Island and Orchid Island offer even more exotic options with excellent visibility. Freediving is popular and many operators offer AIDA, SDI, and SSI certifications with options for English classes.