Lobster Cave
龍蝦洞
A sea-eroded coral reef cave on the northeast coast, with striking light and shadow inside; the waters outside are a popular shore-diving and snorkeling site.
Lobster Cave lies near Yuchengwei on Xiaoliuqiu's northeast coast. It is a sea cave carved out of coral reef by the waves. Legend says early fishermen often caught lobsters inside, which gave the cave its name. Stairs lead down to the rocky shore, where you can view the cave and the sea. The waters near the cave mouth are rich in corals and tropical fish, making it a common shore-diving site for dive shops. Admission is free. The reef rocks are slippery and sharp, so do not approach the cave mouth when the tide is high or winds and waves are strong, and dive only with a professional instructor.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Zhongao Beach
- Sunrise Pavilion
- Baisha Tourist Harbor
- Sanlong Temple
- Vase Rock
- Beauty Cave
- Biyun Temple
- Duzaiping Intertidal Zone