The place we loved in Xiaoliuqiu.
Beauty Beach was our favourite spot on Xiaoliuqiu. Before we had even entered the water, we could already see several turtles from the beach. Once we had our masks and snorkels on, we spent almost two hours watching them in clear water, often just a few metres away from us. Despite the beach's popularity, the atmosphere remained calm and respectful of the wildlife. If you only have time for one snorkelling spot on the island, this is probably the one we would recommend.
No. 3, Meiren Rd, Shanfu Village, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County, Taiwan 929
The first thing we see when we arrive in Xiaoliuqiu is not a turtle, but a sunset. After a ferry crossing of around thirty minutes from Donggang, we arrive on this tiny island off Taiwan’s southwest coast. Xiaoliuqiu is famous above all for one thing: its sea turtles. They are exactly why we came. But on this first evening, we are simply happy to see a…
