When the wet taro is paired with dried flying fish not only does one have a traditional Yami dish but also a healthy one. These people rely on the sea for their livelihood and still follow centuries-old customs. These are among the few aboriginal traditions that can be viewed by outsiders - and are one of the most fascinating features of Orchid Island. Furthermore, both snorkeling and scuba diving are activities that can be enjoyed on Orchid Island. Near the coast, schools of fish are constantly returning, making it a famous fishing spot.
Enthusiasts can test their skills and make many a catch during mating season.
Orchid Island's snorkeling and scuba divers see a distinctive coral reef bottom. The beauty of both the soft and hard coral rivals that found at Kenting National Park and Green Island. The ocean floor, which continuously changes from the sea trenches to the fault line, provides challenging recreation for snorkelers. The Yami have many taboo legends that help protect Orchid Island's natural ecology. The sandy coasts are considered to be like graveyards.