

Best for beginner divers, 5-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Dougashima features a diverse underwater landscape comprising caves, walls, reefs, and drop-offs. Located on the Izu Peninsula, this site offers depths ranging from 5 to 21 metres with an average of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Access is by boat only, and divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 20 metres. The site includes overhead environments within the cave sections, requiring careful buoyancy control. Water temperatures fluctuate between 16C and 26C throughout the year. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic and exercise caution around sharp coral and sea urchins present on the rocky surfaces.
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The cave sections qualify as an overhead environment, so stay close to your guide and carry a torch even as a beginner. Watch your buoyancy carefully near the reef base, as sea urchins are common on rocky surfaces and the coral edges are sharp.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-21m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the cave sections constitute an overhead environment that requires careful buoyancy control and proximity to a guide.
Access to Dougashima is by boat only; boat charters and guided tours are available.
The depth ranges from 5 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, the site supports both diving and snorkelling activities.
Be cautious of boat traffic, sharp coral, and sea urchins. Additionally, the cave swim-throughs present an overhead environment, and visibility can vary.
Diving at Dougashima in Nishina requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Dougashima in Nishina. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 26°C.
Dougashima in Nishina typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Dougashima in Nishina typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.