

Best for advanced divers, 13-25m, boat entry, strong current.
Shuangshi is a reef and cave site located 1000 metres off Lanyu, Taiwan. The topography features open reef slopes combined with cave systems that create an overhead environment. Divers can expect depths ranging from 13 to 25 metres, with an average of 15 metres. Visibility is typically between 20 and 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate from 25C to 29C throughout the year. Due to strong and shifting currents, this site is restricted to advanced divers. Boat access is required, and surface marker buoys are essential. Divers must manage buoyancy carefully within the cave sections and remain aware of local boat traffic.
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Current direction and strength at Shuangshi can shift quickly, so brief with your guide before each dive and confirm the entry plan accounts for the shore break at the boat entry point. Carry a surface marker buoy on every dive given the current exposure.
Located on the north side of Orchid Island, along the coastal road from Langdao Secret Paradise toward Shuangshi Rock.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
13-25m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
This site is for advanced divers only due to the presence of strong, unpredictable currents and an overhead cave environment.
The site ranges from 13 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
No, this site is intended for diving due to the depth and the presence of an overhead cave environment.
Hazards include strong currents, an overhead environment, sharp coral, and surf. Divers should also watch for boat traffic while on the surface.
Diving at Shuangshi in Langdao Village requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Shuangshi in Langdao Village. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shuangshi in Langdao Village. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Shuangshi in Langdao Village are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shuangshi in Langdao Village can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Shuangshi in Langdao Village typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.