

Best for advanced divers, 38-41m, boat entry, moderate current.
Badaiwan is a deep-water site off Lanyu featuring a combination of wreck and canyon topography. The site lies at depths between 38 and 41 metres, with the wreck structure itself located between 17 and 22 metres. Visibility is high, ranging from 30 to 50 metres, allowing for clear views of the canyon walls and wreck during descent. Due to the depth, overhead environments, and potential for moderate currents, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Boat access is required. Divers should monitor their depth closely and avoid entering enclosed internal areas of the wreck. Guided tours are recommended to navigate the canyon layout effectively.
22.02090, 121.55040
Nitrox fills are available at the local dive shop, and running a deco gas is worth considering given that bottom time at 40 metres accumulates fast. Book a guided tour if you are unfamiliar with the canyon layout, as the overhead sections inside the wreck are disorienting without a local guide.
Take a boat from Hongtou Harbor, which takes approximately 5 minutes to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
38-41m
Visibility
30-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
35 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site reaches depths of 38 to 41 metres, with the wreck structure situated between 17 and 22 metres.
No, this site is for advanced divers only due to the significant depth, overhead environments, and potential for moderate currents.
Access to this site is by boat only.
No, this is a deep-water site intended for advanced scuba diving.
Yes, local dive shops provide air fills, nitrox, and guided tours for the site.
Diving at Badaiwan in Hongtou requires the following certifications: Advanced, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Badaiwan in Hongtou are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Badaiwan in Hongtou. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Badaiwan in Hongtou typically ranges from 30 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.