

Best for intermediate divers, 10-25m, shore entry, moderate current.
Bat Cave in Northern Taiwan offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, canyon, and cave system. Divers can explore depths between 10 and 25 metres, with an average of 18 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the overhead environment. Shore entry requires navigating surf and sharp coral, making careful timing essential. Marine life recorded here includes the Spanish Dancer, Zebra Lionfish, Harlequin Tuskfish, and various nudibranchs like the Chromodoris and Fiesta Rainbow Dorid. Divers should remain cautious of the blue-ringed octopus and avoid touching rocky crevices or the reef to prevent injury from sharp coral.
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Blue-ringed octopus have been recorded at this site, so keep hands well clear of rocky crevices and never touch the reef. The shore entry through surf can be the most demanding part of the dive, so scout the conditions before gearing up and enter during a lull in the swell.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-25m
Visibility
8-12m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers may encounter Spanish Dancer, Zebra Lionfish, Harlequin Tuskfish, Snowflake Moray, Bobtail Squid, and various nudibranch species. Other sightings include Banded Coral Shrimp, wrasses, Reef Squid, flatworms, and Pacific Trumpetfish.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. The presence of an overhead environment, moderate currents, and challenging shore entry through surf requires advanced skills.
The site ranges from 10 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Bat Cave is a shore entry dive. Entry involves navigating through surf over sharp rocks and coral, so it is recommended to scout conditions and enter during a lull in the swell.
Visibility typically ranges from 8 to 12 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C in winter and 28C during the summer months.
Diving at Bat Cave in Keelung requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bat Cave in Keelung. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Bat Cave in Keelung should be aware of blue ringed octopus. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.