

Best for intermediate divers, 15-45m, boat entry, strong current.
Guandongshi is a reef and wall site located on the outer reef of Lanyu. The topography features a wall dropping from 15 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. This site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers with drift-diving experience. Conditions include strong, shifting currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 50 metres. Divers should be aware of sharp coral and rock edges, necessitating good buoyancy control. Due to the strong flow, timing descents for slack water or the early incoming current is recommended. An Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent is required to navigate this site safely.
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Time your descent for slack water or the early part of an incoming current, as the strong flow can make working the wall difficult and push you away from the structure fast. Sharp coral and rock edges are a real hazard, so reef hooks and good buoyancy control are worth having sorted before you splash.
Located off the southeast coast of Dongqing Bay, Orchid Island, approximately 200 meters offshore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-45m
Visibility
20-50m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site features a wall that drops from 15 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
No, Guandongshi is intended for intermediate divers, and an Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent is required.
Access to Guandongshi is by boat only.
This site is designed for diving, with depths starting at 15 metres and strong currents present.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rock edges, as well as strong, shifting currents.
Diving at Guandongshi 關東石 in Dongqing Village requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Guandongshi 關東石 in Dongqing Village. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Guandongshi 關東石 in Dongqing Village are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Guandongshi 關東石 in Dongqing Village can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Guandongshi 關東石 in Dongqing Village typically ranges from 20 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.