South Rock report with windy-day context and macro life.
Boat dive on a wave-cut rocky slope with terraces.
Boat dive on a wave-cut rocky slope with terraces.
Boat access is handled through local Ainan dive operators.
South Rock is a boat-accessed Ainan dive site with a wave-cut rocky slope, steep drop-offs, and broad terrace-like ledges. The terrain makes for slow contour dives and macro searching along the rock face, while occasional larger fish pass through the blue water. Plan it as a weather-sensitive boat dive and expect the most comfortable runs on calmer days.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 35m
Depth Note
Extensive terraces are described between 25–35 m along the southern slope, with steep drop-offs around the rocky formations.
Best Season
autumn
Typical Conditions
The area is described as heavily shaped by powerful typhoon waves, producing eroded cliffs, steep drop-offs, and extensive terraces.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Expect steep drop-offs and deeper profiles around the terraces; conditions are influenced by typhoon wave action.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; departures depend on weather and sea state.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine and boat-operation rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deeper topography-focused dive with terraces around 25–35 m and steep drop-offs along rocky formations.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
South Rock report with windy-day context and macro life.
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