Dive-site story
Situated within the sheltered waters of Double Haven in northeastern Hong Kong, O Mei Chau features sloping rocky reefs that transition into sandy patches. The protected bay setting shields divers from open ocean swell, allowing extensive hard coral communities such as brain and massive corals to establish across the shallows.
Diverse macro life hidden among rocky crevices and soft coral heads
Calm, sheltered bay conditions suitable for navigation exercises and relaxed check dives
Dense patches of hard corals interspersed with sandy bottoms
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer and early autumn deliver warmer water temperatures and generally better visibility before the winter northeast monsoon sets in.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark's AnemonefishAmphiprion clarkii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hong Kong ButterflyfishChaetodon wiebeli | Common | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub CuttlefishSepia latimanus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Hypselodoris NudibranchHypselodoris maritima | Common |
Marine forecast
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