

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
QiYingDong is a reef dive located 500 metres off Liuqiu Island, Taiwan, defined by a distinct fault structure. The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 22 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can strengthen, requiring good buoyancy control and an Advanced Open Water certification. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers should be aware of potential thermoclines and variable visibility, and the use of a surface marker buoy is strongly advised due to boat traffic.
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Time your entry to catch the current at a manageable stage rather than its peak, and discuss the conditions with your boat crew before descending. An Advanced Open Water certification is required, and a surface marker buoy is strongly advisable given the current and boat traffic in the area.
Take a train or high-speed rail to Kaohsiung, transfer to a bus or taxi to Donggang, then take a 30-minute ferry to Xiaoliuqiu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
This site is for intermediate divers, and an Advanced Open Water certification is required due to the depth and current conditions.
QiYingDong is located 500 metres from shore and requires boat access.
The reef structure extends from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents, potential thermoclines, and variable visibility. A surface marker buoy is strongly recommended.
Diving at QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at QiYingDong 棄嬰洞斷層 in Donggang typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.