Diving in Iriomote Island, Japan! Recommended Diving Spots and Experience Guide

If you want to dive in Iriomote Island, this is the place!
Recommended Diving Spots and Experience Guide

Iriomote Island remains untouched by natureOne of the best diving spots in Japan☆.The coral reefs, variety of fish species, and beautifully clear waters provide enjoyment for everyone from beginners to experts.

In addition, the entire island is designated as Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, where you can enjoy not only diving but also nature experience as a set.

Recommended diving spots and experience guides for diving beginners!

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Even diving beginners can feel at ease!
Iriomote Island Experience Diving Guide

On Iriomote Island,Experience Diving Plan for Beginnersare available in abundance.

Guided tours and detailed lectures are provided, so even those who are not good swimmers or first-timers do not need to worry♪ The following is an introduction to the tour flow and recommended spots for beginners!

 

Attraction and flow of guided diving experience

The dive experience begins with a preliminary briefing, equipment usage, and breathing exercises!Instructors are always available to assist youThe staff will take care of you so that you can enjoy the underwater world with peace of mind.

The attractive point is that it is structured with an emphasis on safety and can be enjoyed without difficulty even by first-timers.

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Points for choosing a tour for beginners in Iriomote Island

When choosing a tour for beginners, it is safe to base your choice on the instructor's certification, a small-group plan, and a store with high word-of-mouth ratings.

We also recommend plans that include transportation and free rentals☆.

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For beginners*.
Four recommended diving spots!

The best spots for beginners are those where the waves are calm, the water is clear, and coral and tropical fish can be seen in abundance even in shallow water.

Here are four spots that will satisfy even first-time divers!

 

 Amitori Bay

Amitori Bay is clear, shallow and calm.This is a relaxing area with coral reefs and schools of small fish. The coral reefs and schools of small fish make this an ideal spot for relaxing and healing dives.

This calm point is also used for experience dives and training courses, and photographing the colorful fish with an underwater camera is recommended!

 

Off Hinai Beach

Hinai Beach is located in the southwest of Iriomote Island and has an attractive seabed with a beautiful balance of sand and corals. It is a treasure house of small creatures such as nudibranchs and is popular among macro divers!

Perfect for practicing neutral buoyancy in the sand, even beginner divers can easily enjoy photo diving.

 

Barras Perimeter Reef

The area around the miraculous white sand island "Barasu Island" is a popular spot with bright water and coral formations! It is easy to enter and ideal for snorkeling and experience diving.

Can start from shallow water.The dive sites are very popular among first-time divers and families!

The "Miracle Island" Barasu Island Tour
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Nakano Offshore Reef

The Nakano Offshore Reef isShallow and calm with good underwater visibilityThis is a great spot to enjoy the coral reefs and colorful tropical fish! A paradise for beginners with its coral reefs and colorful tropical fish scenery!

Recommended for first-time divers and those who want to dive at a leisurely pace, with a high probability of seeing Nemo (clownfish).

 

For intermediate to advanced ☆ You can never miss it!
6 recommended diving spots in Iriomote Island

Iriomote Island has spots where you can meet manta rays, some of the world's best coral reef areas, and other places where you can experience underwater attractions to the fullest.

Diving spots for intermediate to advanced diversto the following!

 

Ogan (Nakanomikami Island)

Nakanomikami Island is the most difficult and highest peak of diving in Iriomote Island! On an uninhabited island in the open sea,Very high encounter rate with big fish such as manta rays, dogtooth tuna, and barracudasSpot.

Because of the strong currents, this is a challenging experience for advanced divers only. Enjoy the thrill of diving while riding the current and aiming for big fish!

 

Outlying Islands

The tidal passage between Iriomote Island and the outer islands is a dynamic area where you can enjoy both coral colonies and migratory fish.

The complex topography makes for an exploratory dive, and you may encounter schools of barracudas and red snappers.

 

Uchibanare Island

Uchi-Isolated Island is an adventure spot with caves and arched terrain!

The inside of the cave with its curtain of light is mysterious, and it is possible to enjoy a technical dive through arches and caves while maintaining neutral buoyancy.

 

 Grafenberg spot (G-spot)

The G-spot is located on the outer side of the reef where the tide is good and the appearance rate of big fish is high.

Bigeye jacks and pike,High probability of encountering sea turtlesThe dive site is a great place for drift diving and enjoying the dynamic big fish scene. This is a spot where you can enjoy dynamic big game scenes by drift diving.

 

renin fair

Lenin Fair is a new point along the reef on Hatoma Island. The table corals are growing in clusters without any gaps on the roots, and it is truly a spectacular sight!

Be careful not to destroy the coral as it is all over the area.

 

 Funauki Bay

Funauki Bay is a quiet bay in the remote village of Funauki.

It is known for its rich fish population, and is also known for being a good place to see schools of Manjoo rockfish and sparrowhawks.

 

Introduced by number of dives!
Recommended Iriomote Island Diving Tours

There are a number of guided diving tours offered on Iriomote Island, but the main difference is the number of times you dive (submerge).

You can choose according to your experience level and the number of spots you wish to visit, and we recommend the following tours by frequency!

Iriomote Island Diving Tour
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Beginners are welcome!
Experience Diving Course in Iriomote Island

For those who want to try diving for the first time, this is a must-see! Diving tour with full support of instructor☆!

Approximately 30 to 40 minutes per diveThe time is set at a reasonable level, so it is also suitable for women and children.

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2 dives] No license required!
Diving course with two points of interest

Equipment rental included! Introducing 2 diving tours that you can participate in with just a bathing suit.

You can visit two of Iriomote Island's rich natural spots designated as national parks. Depending on the locationYou can see shipwrecks, etc.Also!

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3 dives for license holders
Very satisfying fun diving tour

This course allows you to enjoy 3 dives of 60 minutes each at 3 spots selected by veteran guides.

I want to see ____," or "Can we go to ____?" If you thinkFeel free to requestPlease ♪

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Sightseeing spots to stop by after diving

Iriomote Island is dotted with spots where you can fully enjoy nature and culture. After exercising, you can enjoy a relaxing island time.

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beach of star sand

Hoshi-suna beach was named Hoshi-suna beach (star sand beach) because there are many star-shaped sands.

This beach is the most famous beach in Iriomote Island, and even small children can play safely because of shallow water.

 

Nakama River Mangrove Cruise

Nakama River is the second longest river in Iriomote Island, and its basin is inhabited by a variety of mangroves.

Visitors can enjoy the great outdoors on a mangrove cruise and see the 400-year-old saxifrage tree, which has been selected as one of the 100 giants of the forest.

 

Buffalo cart on Yubu Island

From Iriomote Island to the entrance of Yubu Island, you will take a buffalo cart. The sea between Iriomote Island and Yubu Island is about 1m deep even at high tide.

On Yubu Island, visitors can relax, observe tropical flora and fauna, and enjoy a leisurely island time.

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Preparation guide for necessary belongings and attire

Swimsuits, bath towels, sunscreenis essential. A waterproof bag is useful. Rash guards and hats are also comfortable due to the strong sun.

The experience diving is basicallyEquipment can be rented.However, we may recommend that you bring your own mouthpiece.

 

summary

Diving in Iriomote Island is full of enjoyable spots for both beginners and experts! Experience diving, encountering manta rays, and the spectacular view of coral reefs, you can enjoy the charm of the sea to the fullest♪.

If you combine it with sightseeing and lodging, you can make your trip even more fulfilling☆ Enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island with a plan that is perfect for you!

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