Plongée à Okinawa — Japan
Okinawa's 200+ coral species, Blue Cave cavern dives, and WWII wrecks make it Japan's dive capital. Summer brings manta rays at Kerama and warm 28°C water, while winter offers hammerhead sharks at the outer islands and humpback whale encounters. The Kerama Islands' stunning visibility regularly exceeds 40m.
- Score
- 68.5
- Visibilité
- 15–40m
- Température
- 21–30°C
- Meilleurs mois
- June, July, August
Okinawa's 200+ coral species, Blue Cave cavern dives, and WWII wrecks make it Japan's dive capital. Summer brings manta rays at Kerama and warm 28°C water, while winter offers hammerhead sharks at the outer islands and humpback whale encounters. The Kerama Islands' stunning visibility regularly exceeds 40m.
Japan's Tropical Dive Paradise
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
80.0Species 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
- Shuri Castle (UNESCO)
- Sefa Utaki sacred grove (UNESCO)
- Okinawa Prefectural Museum
Non-Diver Score
Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.
Safety & Emergency
Excellent medical care; multiple chambers available; world-class emergency services
Top Operators
Reef Encounters
PADI
Blue Cave Diving
PADI
Pink Mermaid Club
SSI