Sand Island Suggest edit

Taiwan Suggest · Pingtung County Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

22.0–26.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Sand Island is a popular dive site located in the southern part of Taiwan, specifically in Kenting National Park. Known for its vibrant marine life and beautiful coral reefs, it attracts divers of various skill levels.

Diving at Sand Island offers an opportunity to explore colorful coral gardens and diverse marine species. The site features both shallow areas suitable for beginners and deeper sections for more experienced divers. The underwater landscape includes rock formations and sandy bottoms, providing a variety of habitats.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during mid-morning; focus on coral formations and marine life.

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