Liuqiu Islet, commonly known as Little Liuqiu, is a coral reef island located southwest of Donggang in Pingtung, Taiwan
It is currently under the jurisdiction of Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County, and is also included in the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area
The island’s famous natural wonder, ‘Vase Rock’, is a popular spot for tourists to take souvenir photos
The ‘Sunset Viewing Pavilion’ is one of the best places in Taiwan to watch the sunset
The ‘Beauty Cave’ and the island’s tourist attraction ‘Black Ghost Cave’ offer unique landscapes that leave visitors in awe
Additionally, the ‘Clam Bay’, which is suitable for snorkeling and swimming, can compete with Hawaii’s Kona Bay, showcasing the wonders of nature’s craftsmanship in the island’s various strange rocks! The water journey to Little Liuqiu takes about 40 minutes, and on the island, you can take a circular island bus along the circular island road and a cross-island inland road to visit tourist attractions, which takes about 1 to 2 hours
You can also take the Little Liuqiu underwater sightseeing diving boat from Bai Sha Wharf to explore the mysterious underwater world, which takes about 30 minutes
The island is open all year round and accessible 24 hours a day
Essential tips: 1
Little Liuqiu is an offshore island, and you must take a boat to get there
Visitors who are prone to seasickness should remember to bring seasickness medicine
2
For the intertidal zone, do not wear uncovered slippers or beach shoes directly
Wear special shoes for walking in the intertidal zone
If you participate in the intertidal zone at night, bring a flashlight
The guide for the intertidal zone depends on the time of the ebb tide that day
You can check the website of the meteorological bureau or inquire with a travel agency when planning your trip
3
Pay attention to sun protection
You can bring a thin long-sleeved shirt for a rest at noon, or take a transparent boat to see the seabed
Depart for the island circuit after 3:30-4:00 PM to avoid the scorching sun and enjoy the beautiful sunset
