

Best for advanced divers, 20-38m, boat entry, strong current.
The Badaiwan Wreck is an artificial reef located off Lanyu, Taiwan, resting at depths between 20 and 38 metres. This site is suited for advanced divers due to the overhead environment, potential for strong currents, and deep profile. Visibility ranges from 20 to 50 metres, allowing for clear views of the structure. Access is by boat only. Divers must manage buoyancy carefully to avoid entanglement risks within the wreck. A dive torch is essential for penetration and night diving. Water temperatures remain between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year, typically requiring a 3 mm wetsuit.
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Confirm current direction and strength with your boat operator before descending, as conditions can shift quickly around Lanyu and affect your planned penetration route. Torch and redundant lighting are essential given the overhead environment, not optional extras.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-38m
Visibility
20-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, overhead environment, and strong currents.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 20 to 38 metres.
The site requires boat access.
Yes, night diving is possible for qualified divers who are comfortable with the current.
Hazards include deep water, entanglement risks, overhead environments, sharp coral, strong currents, and surface surf.
Diving at Badaiwan Wreck 八代灣沈船 in Orchid Island requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Badaiwan Wreck 八代灣沈船 in Orchid Island. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Badaiwan Wreck 八代灣沈船 in Orchid Island can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Badaiwan Wreck 八代灣沈船 in Orchid Island typically ranges from 20 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.