2024 Okinawa Diving Site Recommendation

Although the main land area of ​​Okinawa is about the same as the total area of Hong Kong, it has a low population density and a subtropical climate, with warm weather and abundant rainfall throughout the year. Definitely a great place for a leisure diving trip ~

Depart from Hong Kong or Taiwan and take low-cost flights 'chirp~~~'. It's just a click away ~ The diving spots have their own highlights from south to north. When you are here for the dive trip, you can taste delicious A5 Wagyu beef and also Japanese ramens. If you are not satisfied, add conveyor belt sushi are out there everywhere. After all that fun dives, your taste buds will be full as well. Satisfied~

Let's review the popular diving spots in Okinawa:)

Recommended top five popular diving spots in Okinawa!

1, Onna Blue Cave

One of the most beautiful diving spots on the main island of Okinawa.

The turquoise water and white sandy beach are the only blue holes in the world. It is the most popular diving area in Okinawa because there are many special diving sites and the terrain is extremely diverse, from sandy bottoms to vertical steep slopes and caves. Marine life and tons of creatures, corals.

The sun penetrates the clear water and the blue light shines on the bottom of the sea, surprising diving enthusiasts around the world every year.

🪸All diver levels
🪸 Boat dive
🪸Maximum depth is approximately 30m

 

 

2. Cape Manzamo 

The terrain here ranges from sandy bottoms to majestic coral mountains, vertical walls staring into the void, caves and traversable passages composed of overlapping rock formations.

Marine life ranges from large creatures such as turtles, rays and sharks to smaller creatures such as nudibranchs, shrimps and crabs.

🪸 Middle Level diver or above + 30 dives or more
🪸 Boat dive
🪸 Maximum depth is about 40m

 

 

3. Kenama Islands ⭐      

Located 40 kilometers west of downtown Naha, close your eyes and imagine a paradise on earth, that’s it! It is known as "Kenama Blue".

The water clarity, cleanliness and visibility are top-notch, and very healthy coral reefs, as well as turtles and sharks, are often sighted. If you are lucky in winter, you may even hear humpback whales.

If you are looking for a good time, adventure, a safe place and great service, definitely consider this place.

🪸 All diver levels and snorkelers
🪸 Boat dive
🪸 Maximum depth is about 40m

     

    4. Minna Island ⭐        ⭐

    DDGD Okinawa Fun Dive Site Minna Island

    A small crescent-shaped island located between the Hon peninsula and Ie Island.

    Most dive sites here are suitable for both beginners and experts. The topography of the diving area is a sandy bottom. On a sunny day, the sand is white and the water has a unique blue color that is truly stunning.

    In addition, Minna Island's corals are well preserved and are home to numerous reef fish, rays, eels and turtles. Sesoko Island, near Minna Island, has a completely different but equally beautiful topography, characterized by a labyrinth of cracks and tunnels.

    🪸 Middle Level diver or above
    🪸 Boat dive
    🪸 Maximum depth is about 25m

       

      5. Sunabe ⭐

      Jumping off the breakwater near Chatan Valley, you can admire the abundant soft corals and rich biological ecosystem.

      Soft corals are everywhere and schools of barracuda can often be seen. There is also an underwater mailbox. Night diving is also popular here due to its accessibility. After your dive, you can spend the day in one of the trendy cafes on the coast.

      🪸 All diver levels
      🪸 Shore diving
      🪸 Maximum depth is about 20m

         


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