

Best for advanced divers, 11-19m, boat entry, strong current.
Shuangshityen is a complex site off the coast of Lanyu, Taiwan, featuring a combination of reef, drop-off, and cave topography. Divers encounter depths ranging from 11 to 19 metres, with an average of 13 metres. The site is defined by strong currents, requiring advanced certification and solid buoyancy control. Visibility is excellent, typically between 30 and 50 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and surface conditions often include significant surf and swell. Divers should time their entry around slack water to manage the current. The cave system presents an overhead environment, necessitating careful navigation. Due to the challenging conditions and depth, this site is suited for experienced divers only.
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Time your dive around slack water, as the current at Shuangshityen can make the site unworkable at full flow. Boat entry is the only option, and surf and swell at the surface can be significant, so brief your crew on pick-up signals before descending.
Located on the north side of Orchid Island, along the coastal road from Langdao Secret Paradise toward Shuangshi Rock.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
11-19m
Visibility
30-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is for advanced divers only due to the strong currents, overhead cave environment, and significant depth.
The depth at Shuangshityen ranges from 11 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
Boat entry is the only option for this site. Divers should brief their crew on pick-up signals before descending due to potential surface surf and swell.
Visibility is high, ranging from 30 to 50 metres. However, the site is subject to strong currents, surge, and surf, making it essential to time dives around slack water.
Hazards include strong currents, deep water, overhead environments, and sharp coral. Divers should also watch for sea urchins and remain aware of boat traffic when surfacing.
Diving at Shuangshityen 雙獅岩 in Langdao Village requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shuangshityen 雙獅岩 in Langdao Village. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Shuangshityen 雙獅岩 in Langdao Village are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.