

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Chai Kou is a reef site located on Green Island, Taiwan, offering shore access suitable for beginners. The site features visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of hazards including sea urchins, sharp coral, and surf. Entry requires navigating a shore break, so timing your movement during a lull is recommended. While the current is generally mild, conditions can include unpredictable surge or swell. Reef shoes or booties are advised for the shallow areas. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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The shore entry involves a surf and shore break, so time your entry during a lull and keep your footing on the rocks. Sea urchins are present in the shallows, so reef shoes or booties are worth wearing, and watch where you place your hands on the coral.
Located at the 2-km marker of the Round-the-island Highway, the site features a diving trail to facilitate entry into the water.
Recorded at this site
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and shallow reef structure.
Yes, this site is used for both diving and snorkelling.
Entry is from the shore. You must navigate a surf and shore break, so time your entry during a lull and watch your footing on the rocks.
Hazards include sea urchins in the shallows, sharp coral, and unpredictable surf, surge, or swell.
Water temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Chai Kou 柴口 in Ludao Township. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Chai Kou 柴口 in Ludao Township are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.