Chai Kou Snorkeling Area Introduction
Green Island has two main snorkeling areas, namely Chaikou and Shilang. Chaikou is not only very suitable for beginners to experience snorkeling but also an excellent snorkeling area during the strong southwest winds that occur from June to August. Chaikou is known for its magnificent coral scenery, with varying depths of water that provide a layered experience, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the beautiful underwater landscape. The tidal zone between the coastline and the large reefs in the Chaikou snorkeling area features diverse marine environments, with rocky seafloors and an abundance of corals such as massive and branching coral species covering the reefs. After snorkeling, visitors can take a walk along the underwater pathway to closely observe intertidal creatures, where they can find traces of seaweed, sea urchins, and starfish. The early Han settlers in Green Island had conflicts with the indigenous peoples, building walls made of wood to confront each other at this location known as "Zhakou," which was later renamed "Chaikou" as the area developed. The northern coast from Gongguan to Chaikou and Zhongliao is the largest coastal plain area in Green Island. The coastal terrain is primarily formed by coral reefs, with Chaikou and Zhongliao being the best places for the development of sand dunes as well as one of the only two beaches on Green Island. If engaging in water activities, please consult qualified operators and instructors and enter the water under the guidance of professional trainers: Qualified operator information.
