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Green Island is located in the southeast of Taiwan,
in the Pacific Ocean, about 32 kilometres from the
city of Taitung. Waters are usually very clear, often
with visibility of more than 30 metres.
Most of the shore dive sites are protected from
the current and offer very easy diving. However,
there are also shore-based sites with fierce currents
and consequently richer marine life. Boat diving is
also available. Whatever the wind direction, there are
always sites protected from the waves making great
dive spots to head for.
The water on the west coast is clear and coral
growth is healthy and abundant. Even though the
main diving area is now protected from fishing,
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there are not a lot of middle-sized or larger fish.
Nonetheless, most common tropical fish can be
found in the area so it still makes for a great dive.
If you are ready for a bit of a swim you’ll find the
“giant mushroom”, which lays claim to being the
world’s oldest coral head. There is pretty much always
abundant fish life around the coral head. The area
further south offers very dramatic scenery and is good
for both shore and boat dives. Bear in mind, however,
that currents here can be quite strong. Close to shore
you will find small caves and canyons for nice wideangle shots. Deeper, there are big gorgonian sea fans.
The north coast also has a dive site which is
protected from fishing. The scenery here is very