

Best for intermediate divers, 10-40m, shore entry, moderate current.
Izu Peninsula reef is a shore-entry site featuring a significant drop-off that extends from 10 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and plan their profiles accordingly. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the depth and current, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Surface conditions require vigilance, as boat traffic is a known hazard during entry and exit. Divers are advised to deploy a surface marker buoy and time their dives around slack water when possible. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally between 16 and 24 degrees Celsius.
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Moderate to strong currents are a real factor here, so check local conditions before entering and time your dive around slack water where possible. Surface marker buoy deployment is important on this site given the boat traffic overhead.
Just two hours from Tokyo by train.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-24°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth and moderate currents.
The reef ranges from 10 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Primary hazards include boat traffic at the surface, significant reef drop-offs, and moderate to strong currents.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth and current conditions make it less suitable for casual snorkelling.
Diving at Izu Peninsula & Hachijojima Reef (40m) #1 in Numazu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Izu Peninsula & Hachijojima Reef (40m) #1 in Numazu. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Izu Peninsula & Hachijojima Reef (40m) #1 in Numazu are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Izu Peninsula & Hachijojima Reef (40m) #1 in Numazu. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Izu Peninsula & Hachijojima Reef (40m) #1 in Numazu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.