Badouzi Bay: Iron House / Iron Reef
These are artificial reefs made of steel shaped like the framework of houses. Within its confines, reside an array of fish using them as protection from predators such as the amberjacks.
Within Badouzi Bay hides several intriguing dive sites. Iron House and Iron Reef are 2 separate sites, but house very similar marine life. They were built for the protection of the local fish species. Iron House has 3 of these structures placed about 50m apart, connected by a thin rope. Iron Reef is identical but only has 2.
Site Details
You’ll often see large schools of batfish, chickenfish, fusiliers, glassfish, and damsels at these sites. If you’re lucky, you may also see a goliath grouper or a school of 30cm long amberjacks. On occasion, we’ve also seen a flash of a larger specimen as big as 1m long.
Depth Range
15-25m
Currents
Currents are often non-existent or mild at most
Average Visibility
8-10m
Recommended Level
Advanced Open Water Divers with Enriched Air Nitrox
Unique Features
Can swim into the framework if you feel your buoyancy is adequate
Hazards
When visibility is low, it’s best to keep the wreck in sight as the surrounding area is flat sand, and you may get separated from your buddy or group very easily. Flashlights are highly recommended for safety and communication.
How To get there
While Badouzi Bay is located HERE, the dive boat will depart from Badouzi Harbor.
The easiest way to get there is by driving, and plenty of parking is available. There are busses from Keelung that stop nearby as well.