Plongée à Amami-Ōshima — Japan
Amami-Ōshima is a UNESCO-listed subtropical island between Kyushu and Okinawa, where dense mangrove forests meet crystal reefs in a rarely dived setting. Humpback whales calve in the surrounding waters from January to March, while the reefs host a unique blend of temperate and tropical species. It remains under the radar for international divers, offering an authentic Japanese island experience.
- Score
- 70.7
- Visibilité
- 15–35m
- Température
- 20–29°C
- Meilleurs mois
- May, June, July
SCORE
28.3850°N
129.4914°E
Amami-Ōshima is a UNESCO-listed subtropical island between Kyushu and Okinawa, where dense mangrove forests meet crystal reefs in a rarely dived setting. Humpback whales calve in the surrounding waters from January to March, while the reefs host a unique blend of temperate and tropical species. It remains under the radar for international divers, offering an authentic Japanese island experience.
Subtropical Mangrove Meets Open Ocean
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
72.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Dive Types
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Oshima Tsumugi textile museum
- Tanaka Isson art museum
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Amami has a regional hospital; hyperbaric chamber requires air evacuation to Kagoshima — dive conservatively
Top Operators
Dive Species Amami
PADI
Native Sea Amami
SSI