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Published Jun 29, 2022Clear-day dive log describing busy boats and a clear wreck window.
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燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Yin Tsz Ngam: boat-accessed Sai Kung wreck with exposed conditions.
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Local operator required
Boat access, exposed conditions, and busy maritime traffic make a local operator the practical default.
Boat dive from Sai Kung Pier. Split cement wreck, open water, and current make it best with a local operator on a settled day.
About 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Yin Tsz Ngam is an exposed Sai Kung wreck dive built around a split cement carrier on the eastern side of the territory. The site is reached by boat from Sai Kung, and the open-water approach can turn rough quickly when wind or swell rises. The wreck’s broken sections, stacked cargo, and fish-covered structure make it a better match for settled-day fun dives with a local operator than for casual sightseeing.
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Research Estimate At 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 8m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
Where Is 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam?
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Community sourced coordinates.
燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 14m
Depth Note
Wreck is in two halves; top is around 6 m and the bottom is around 14 m.
Typical Conditions
Open-water wreck conditions with rougher waves, occasional strong current, and changeable visibility on exposed days.
Safety & Access At 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Watch for current, wave chop, and busy maritime traffic; use conservative spacing around the wreck and treat it as an experienced-dive site.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from Sai Kung-side boarding points; do not plan on a shore entry, and avoid the site when wind, swell, or traffic is poor.
Legal Notes
Not listed as a marine protected area in the site profile; follow standard Hong Kong boating and diving rules.
Local Intel For 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow wreck dive with structure from about 6–14 m, split into two main halves.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site. The exposed boat access and wreck structure make scuba the more practical fit.
Snorkeling
Not a strong snorkel site. The main feature is the wreck below the surface, and the exposed approach is better suited to scuba.
Wildlife at 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At 燕子岩 Yin Tsz Ngam
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility8m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
