

Best for intermediate divers, 15-20m, boat entry, strong current.
Okinose W Arch is a reef site defined by a prominent arch structure located 1000 metres offshore. The site ranges from 15 to 20 metres in depth, with an average of 18 metres. Due to strong currents that can shift quickly, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers should time their descent around slack water and maintain close contact with the boat crew during entry and exit procedures to avoid drifting. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 11C in March to 26C in August and September. Facilities are limited, so divers must arrive fully prepared with their own equipment.
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Current here can shift quickly and run hard, so time your dive around slack water and confirm conditions with the boat operator before descending. Facilities are limited, so check locally in advance and come fully prepared with your own equipment.
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Depth
15-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
11-26°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Divers may encounter schools of Kerama snapper, red snapper, and yellowtail in the water column, while kijihata inhabit the reef. Sea fans cover the arch structure, and Mola mola are occasionally sighted in the deeper sections.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong, shifting currents.
The site depth ranges between 15 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, this is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is the strong current, which can shift rapidly. Divers must coordinate closely with the boat crew during entry and exit to prevent drifting away from the reef.
Diving at Okinose W Arch in Asahi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Okinose W Arch in Asahi. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 26°C.
Okinose W Arch in Asahi can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.