

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Shanfu Fishing Harbor on Liuqiu Island features a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, offering mild currents and visibility between 6 and 20 metres. Marine life includes common wrasses, alongside rarer sightings such as Spanish Dancer, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Warty Anglerfish, various lionfish, moray eels, and nudibranchs. Shore entry requires navigating surf and shore breaks, so careful timing and foot protection are recommended. Due to active boat traffic within the harbour, divers should use a surface marker buoy and remain aware of their position during ascent.
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Swim to the left at a depth of 12 meters to find an elongated coral reef teeming with sea slugs.
Clear, shallow diving spot with easy entry.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
6-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers regularly encounter common wrasses, while rarer species recorded include Spanish Dancer, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Warty Anglerfish, Spotfin Lionfish, Broadclub Cuttlefish, Snowflake Moray, Turkey Moray, Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Zebra Lionfish, Day Octopus, Jolly Green Giant, and Black-margined Nudibranch.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access is via a shore entry, which involves navigating surf and shore breaks.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef sections may be accessible for snorkelling, though divers must remain cautious of boat traffic.
Diving at Shanfu Fishing Harbor in Xiaoliuqiu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shanfu Fishing Harbor in Xiaoliuqiu. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Shanfu Fishing Harbor in Xiaoliuqiu are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shanfu Fishing Harbor in Xiaoliuqiu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shanfu Fishing Harbor in Xiaoliuqiu typically ranges from 6 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.