

Best for intermediate divers, 15-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Cavern is a reef dive located 500 metres off Liuqiu Island, Taiwan. The site features an overhead environment and reaches depths between 15 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and divers should be prepared for thermoclines and variable conditions. Currents are generally mild but can strengthen. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers comfortable with overhead environments. Hazards include boat traffic, which requires the use of an SMB on ascent, as well as sharp coral and sea urchins on the reef structure. Night diving is available at this location.
22.35270, 120.36450
On ascent, deploy your SMB early and stay well clear of the mooring line as passing boat traffic is a real hazard at this site. Full dive facilities are available at the departure point, including air fills and rinse stations, so you can run multiple dives in a day without hauling extra kit.
Take a train or high-speed rail to Kaohsiung, transfer to a bus or taxi to Donggang, then take a 30-minute ferry to the island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site has a depth range of 15 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
The site is rated for intermediate divers and requires comfort in overhead environments.
Access to Turtle Cavern is by boat only, located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers should watch for boat traffic, sharp coral, and sea urchins on the reef structure. Maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the substrate.
Yes, night diving is available at Turtle Cavern.
Diving at Turtle Cavern in Donggang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Cavern in Donggang. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Turtle Cavern 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.
Turtle Cavern in Donggang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Cavern in Donggang typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.