Weizhou Island⚠ data unverified
China · Asia · Beibu Gulf
3.0
/ 5
★★★☆☆
Reef diving with a well-rounded site — ideal for newcomers.
Level Beginner
Marine life
3.0
Visibility
3.0
Accessibility
3.3
Facilities
3.0
Pros
- Good visibility around 12 m
- Best conditions in May–Oct
Cons
Best for
Plan your trip
$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
1–2 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$ · ≈ $100/day
Developed dive town, but options are limited and prices average.
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Where to stay
Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A manageable dive base with a handful of operators.
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Real daily cost in China
Around $100/day per person · food $40 · hotel $73
Good to know
- Gentle conditions — great for long, unhurried dives.
- Accessible to Open Water divers.
- Prime season is May–Oct.
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Depth
3–18 m (10–59 ft)
Visibility
12 m (39 ft)
Water temp
24–29°C (75–84°F)
Current
Mild
Best season
May–Oct
Certification
Open Water
Dive shops
4
Why go
Weizhou Island is a reef site in the Beibu Gulf off China, offering coral reefs across its waters. Dives run to 18 m with around 12 m visibility, gentle currents and sea temperatures of 24–29°C. Marine highlights include hard corals and reef fish. Best season is May–Oct, typically reached by boat. Best for newer divers. Open Water certification is sufficient for most sites here.
Site type
Reef
Access
Boat
A highlight of the trip. I'll be back, and I'll bring my dive buddy.
Reliable conditions and plenty of variety — I rate it highly for guiding.
Wasn't sure what to expect, and it completely won me over.