

Best for intermediate divers, 5-20m, shore entry, moderate current.
Houshi Fringing Reef wraps the shoreline of Liuqiu Island, offering a reef environment that ranges from 5 to 20 metres in depth. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres and water temperatures ranging from 25 to 30C. The site is accessed directly from the shore, requiring careful timing to navigate the surf and shore break. Moderate currents are common, necessitating attentive buoyancy control and positioning throughout the dive. The site is also open for night diving, providing a different perspective of the reef structure. Parking is available at the site for convenience. Due to the surf and current conditions, this site is best suited for intermediate divers.
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The shore entry is the most technical part of this dive, so time your entry during a lull in the surf and watch the break pattern for a few minutes before you go in. Current direction and strength can shift, so check local conditions on the day and stay conservative if the surge is up.
The site is located off Xiaoliuqiu Island, which is accessible from Taiwan's southwest coast in Pingtung County.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the technical shore entry through surf and the presence of moderate currents.
The reef depth ranges from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should observe the break pattern and time their entry during a lull in the surf.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 25C and 30C throughout the year. Moderate currents are present.
The primary hazards include strong currents and surf. Divers must monitor their depth and stay aware of shifting current directions.
Diving at Houshi Fringing Reef in Pingtung County requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Houshi Fringing Reef in Pingtung County. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.