[Recommended diving spots in Penghu] 8 must-go diving spots in Penghu. Scuba diving, self-diving, and snorkeling are all available at once.

#Spectacular Sea Fan Forest Undersea Amazon Jungle Adventure Go

On the seabed on the southeast side of Penghu's mountains and rivers, about 25 meters deep, there is a sea fan forest, a rare underwater treasure in the world, which is as large as a football field.

Sea fans are a type of coral, also known as horn corals. They stand on rocky walls with fast currents and are named after their fan-shaped shapes. The fan surface of sea fans is usually perpendicular to the direction of the ocean current to facilitate the capture of plankton. For divers, it also serves as a guide to the direction of the ocean current.

This sea fan forest is towering and spectacular. The average height of each sea fan is about 1 to 2 meters, and the maximum height can be 3 meters. It is numerous and full of vitality. Sea fans grow slowly, and it is very rare to see such a large group of sea fans. It is a very special underwater ecological habitat. Diving in such a dense sea fan area is like exploring the underwater Amazon jungle, feeling the nature and primitiveness through the water waves.

This Penghu dive site also has sea cucumber species commonly known as "sea apples". Most of them are red or purple, with bright appearance and round body, just like an apple. However, they will release toxic substances when frightened. Do not use them when diving. Hand touch!

However, the visibility in this sea area is poor all year round. It is located in a narrow corner and the current is strong.Diving every dayThe instructor evaluated it as an "advanced diving site" and it is recommended for more experienced divers to go there!

#Dive to the underwater mailbox and send a postcard

Suogang Hangwan is located in the southwest of Penghu Island. It has become a popular diving spot in Penghu in recent years. It was originally an artificial coral reef planting area. After years of restoration, the coral reefs have grown lushly and the coverage rate is as high as 70%.

The most famous attraction in Suogang Hangwan is the second underwater postbox in Taiwan. Friends who come here for scuba diving can buy waterproof postcards and deliver them while diving to leave a special memento of their trip.

The water at this dive site is clear and the visibility is high. You can see a variety of colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, sea urchins, turtles and other marine life. The water depth is about 3 to 8 meters, the terrain is suitable for snorkeling and scuba diving, and the current intensity in the sea is not high, so it is oftenDiving every dayThe instructor assessed it as a "beginner dive site" and beginners are welcome to experience it!

#Swimming with sea turtles in the coral sea

The Shanshui Gangdong dive site is currently the Penghu National Scenic Area Management Office of the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transport, which is preparing a demonstration area for eco-tourism. The management office will place a Tai Chi imagery reef in 2023 to turn this area into a coral reef restoration area. Conduct coral health monitoring and hope to see more vigorous coral growth in the future!

You can see nudibranchs, table-shaped corals, various coral reefs, tropical fish, and sea turtles right after entering the water at this Penghu dive site! If you want to swim leisurely in the sea with sea turtles, you can try your luck at this dive site. If you see a sea turtle, you must not touch it. Protect the sea turtles and protect yourself to avoid breaking the law!

The depth here is about 5 to 12 meters. In addition to the wave-absorbing block, you need to pay more attention to the water flow. The sea environment is safe and oftenDiving every dayThe instructor evaluates it as a "beginner diving site", which is very suitable for snorkeling experience or novice diving enthusiasts!

#Underwater basalt sea looking for lobsters

The Penghu T-junction dive site is located on the southeast side of Lock Harbor on the main island of Penghu. It is one of the popular attractions in the diving community in Penghu. The submarine topography here is dominated by basalt, which extends the basalt landscape on land to the underwater. It is absolutely the ultimate visual enjoyment to enjoy the basalt in the water dotted with gorgeous corals and thousands of small fish.

Compared with other Penghu dive sites, the ecology here is unique. The caves and crevices provide excellent habitats for lobsters, wallfish, black-tailed eagles and other marine life. Want to experience a diving experience like treasure hunting under the sea? Then come here! Keep your eyes open in the water to look for lobsters hiding in the dark, or tiger-spotted squid blending into the basalt rocks!

Since the topography of the upper and lower shores are reefs, you need to be extra careful. The water depth of the diving site ranges from 10 to 16 meters. Taking into account the water environment factors,Diving every dayThe instructor rated this dive site as an "intermediate dive site" and recommends that enthusiasts with certain diving experience come to explore.

#Brilliant red sea apple can be seen but not touched

This dive site on the main island of Penghu is a private diving site. It is an underwater secret developed by Riri Diving. It is located on the east side of Shanshui Port and needs to be reached by boat. There are common sea fans in Penghu and sea fans hidden in the crevices of the rocks on the seabed. Lobsters, plump groupers, and giant sea apples!

Sea apples come in red and orange, with bright colors, round shapes, and large sizes. You don’t have to worry about finding them when you go into the water! However, the depth of this dive site is 18-25 meters, and there are occasional currents nearby. After comprehensive consideration,Diving every dayThe instructor rated this dive site as an "intermediate dive site" and recommends that enthusiasts with certain diving experience come to experience it.

#掾湖hidden version of the secret realm with hundreds of corals at your fingertips

An excellent place for snorkeling in Penghu - Wangyou Island, located between Wangan Island and Jiangjun Island, also known as Turban Island, is composed of white and delicate shell sand, retains the original natural ecology, and is listed as a marine national park. Protected area, to go to this dive site, you need to make a reservation in advance and be led by a professional tour guide.

This hidden secret in Penghu can be said to be a world-class snorkeling spot. The coral coverage rate is as high as 70% and there are more than XNUMX species. Basically, you only need to dip your head into the sea to see the colorful corals right in front of you. Because the environment is warm, you also have the opportunity to see turtles. If you are lucky, you can swim with cute turtles. Friends who like snorkeling must not miss it!

The average water depth of this dive site is 2 meters, and the waters are highly safe.Diving every dayThe instructor evaluates it as a "beginner diving site" and is very suitable for those who want to experience snorkeling!

#World-Class Snorkeling Holy Land Dreamy Undersea Lavender Forest

The Lavender Forest Diving Site is located on Dongyuping Island in the Penghu Southern Four Islands National Park. It is called the pearl of the Penghu Southern Four Islands and is known as a world-class snorkeling holy land. It is like a dreamy underwater wonderland.

The four southern islands are located in Penghu’s Marine National Park, including Dongji Island, Xiji Island, Dongyu Pingyu, Xiyu Pingyu, etc. The natural ecology and geological landscape of these islands maintain their original appearance, and are covered with ultra-high coral reefs. Rate 70% famous.

The ecology of the lavender forest dive site is rich and diverse, including purple staghorn corals, green table-shaped corals, sea cucumbers, puffer fish, clown fish, money eels, starfish, green sea turtles, stingrays and other marine life, among which the green table-shaped corals The place where corals gather is called the "Green Forest"; the place where purple staghorn corals gather together forms the "Lavender Forest", a dreamy beauty in the sea.

Although it takes 2 hours to reach Dongyu Pingyu by boat from the main island, the world-class underwater scenery is breathtaking and well worth a visit. The water depth at this dive site is about more than 2 meters, and the current is gentle.Diving every dayThe instructor evaluated it as a "beginner diving site" and is very suitable for self-diving and snorkeling.

#Come to a pollution-free paradise to enjoy the endless coral reefs

Many island hopping tourists in Penghu will arrange to come to Qimei to enjoy the scenery such as the Double Heart Stone Lake and Little Taiwan. However, in addition to the sea erosion landscape on the island, Qimei is also quite famous for snorkeling. Compared with the main island, there is less pollution and man-made destruction, the water quality is clean and the color is clear, and the coral reef ecology in the sea is quite well maintained.

The snorkeling location is not far from the coast. As soon as you get to the sea, you can see the endless coral reefs. There are many types of corals, including leaf corals, staghorn corals, brain corals, table-shaped axopora corals, etc. Of course, the tropical underwater world is also Colorful sea anemones and cute clown fish are indispensable.

The difficulty of snorkeling in Qimei is low. Every entry point is very easy. Even children can experience it easily. In addition, the water safety is high. Even at full tide, the water depth is within 6 meters. It is oftenDiving every dayThe instructor evaluated it as a "beginner diving site" and is very suitable for those who have snorkeling experience.