Dive-site story
Located along the sheltered western shoreline of Xiaoliuqiu, Shanfu provides direct access from a gentle rocky shoreline into clear coastal waters. The underwater terrain transitions from shallow intertidal coral flats into a patchwork of coral bommies, hard coral shelves, and sandy gullies. Resident green sea turtles frequent the shallow reef tops to feed on macroalgae, while sandy clearings host garden eels and bottom-dwelling gobies.
Reliable encounters with foraging and resting green sea turtles
Expansive hard coral heads interspersed with sandy patches
Sheltered conditions during the winter northeast monsoon season
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Favorable diving is possible year-round, with the western coast sheltered from prevailing winter winds.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted Garden EelHeteroconger hassi | Common | ||||||||||||
| Tomato ClownfishAmphiprion frenatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub CuttlefishSepia latimanus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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