Is it hard to make the turtle candle?

Not at all! The instructor guides you step by step— even kids find it really fun.

Can I choose the scent and color?

Yes, you pick your favorite essential oil scent and color to customize your turtle.

How long does it take?

About 1 hour from start to finish—including cooling time.

Can I bring my candle home?

Absolutely. It’s yours to take and enjoy—or gift to someone special.

Welcome

Xiaoliuqiu’s Turtle Candlestick Workshop | Make Your Own Scented Turtle

Workshop setup with turtle candle molds on Xiaoliuqiu

Arriving on Xiaoliuqiu, you’re greeted by turquoise waters and the gentle spirit of sea turtles. At the Turtle Candlestick Workshop, you get to bottle that sweetness into wax. It’s a small but magic-filled craft: you’ll choose color, scent, and pour your own turtle-shaped candle.

Intro

Each step is guided patiently: scoop wax, add dye, stir in lavender or coconut scent, and pour into a cute turtle mold. It cools quickly in the sea breeze, and before you know it… your turtle is ready.

It’s simple, playful, and tactile. Kids love pressing their thumbs into the mold to personalize each turtle—while adults often close their eyes, inhale the scent, and feel the island slow down around them.

By the end, you’ve made something lovely—an eco-conscious souvenir you carry home. It’s not just a candle; it’s a memory of salt air, turtle shells, and shared smiles around a warming wax pot.

Feature	Details
Duration	Approx. 1 hour
Location	Xiaoliuqiu Island, Pingtung County
Includes	Wax, mold, dye, essential oil, guidance
Suitable for	Ages 6+, families, solo travelers, creative friends
Take-home	Sea turtle candle souvenir

"I poured my heart into that little turtle—and now I have a scented memory of Bai Island in wax."

Combine it with snorkeling for turtles, coastal views, or a bicycle ride around the island, and you’ve got yourself a full sensory map of Xiaoliuqiu.

Whether traveling solo, with family, or a creative soul seeking something slower and softer, crafting a turtle candle here feels like gifting yourself a little piece of the island’s heart.