

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Shilang is a reef site located off Green Island, Taiwan, near the town of Shih-Lang. The site features a sandy bottom at 11 metres, where a steel structure housing an underwater mailbox and a heart-shaped sculpture are located. Divers can access the site via shore or boat entry. Depths typically range between 10 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 40 metres, and currents are generally moderate. The site is suitable for beginner divers. Hazards include jellyfish, sharp coral, and stonefish.
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The site features the world's largest Porites coral, a mushroom-shaped coral estimated to be over 1,200 years old.
Located on the southwest coast of Green Island, near Nanliao Harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, this site is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a total depth range of 10 to 18 metres.
Divers can access Shilang using both shore and boat entry methods.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, sharp coral, and stonefish in the area.
Diving at Shilang in Nanliao Village requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shilang in Nanliao Village. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Shilang in Nanliao Village are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Shilang in Nanliao Village. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Shilang in Nanliao Village typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.