Chikou Snorkeling Area Introduction
Green Island has two main snorkeling areas, which are Chaikou and Shilang. Chaikou is not only very suitable for beginners to experience snorkeling but also an excellent snorkeling spot on the leeward side during the strong southwest winds that occur from June to August. Chaikou is renowned for its magnificent stone coral scenery, with water depth variations that create layers, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the stunning underwater views. The snorkeling area in Chaikou features intertidal zones between the shore and large coral reefs, with diverse oceanic changes and numerous underwater rock formations. The coastal seabed and the areas between large coral reefs consist of rocky platform topography, primarily covered by various types of stony corals in clusters and encrusting forms. After snorkeling, visitors can walk along the diving trail to closely observe intertidal organisms, where they may find traces of seaweed, sea urchins, and starfish. In the early days of Green Island's settlement, Han settlers had conflicts with the indigenous people, with two settlements confronting each other using wooden walls, referred to as Zh口 at that time. Later, with local development and construction, it was renamed "Chaikou." The area from Gongguan to Chaikou and Zhongliao along the northern coast is the largest coastal plain area in Green Island. The coastal topography is mainly characterized by coral reefs, and Chaikou and Zhongliao are the best places for the development of Green Island's sand dunes, as well as the only two beaches on the island. For water activities, please consult qualified operators and instructors, and engage in activities under the supervision of professional coaches: Qualified operator information.
