Best for advanced divers, 10-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Rausu is a cold-water drift dive site featuring a dense kelp forest and reef topography. Divers navigate depths between 10 and 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility is typically 20 to 25 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suited for advanced divers due to moderate currents and the presence of overhead environments. Water temperatures are extreme, ranging from -1 to 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a drysuit with appropriate thermal undergarments. Divers should confirm current conditions with their boat operator before descent, as currents can strengthen around the kelp structures.
43.95920, 145.13570
Water temperature can drop to -1 degrees Celsius, so a drysuit with appropriate undergarments is essential rather than optional. Currents can strengthen quickly around the kelp structures, so confirm conditions with your boat operator before descent.
Travel to Rausu via three airports in East Hokkaido, Japan Railways to JR Shiretoko Shari Station, or by car via National Highway Route No. 334 or No. 244.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-24m
Visibility
20-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
-1-18°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
20 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site ranges from 10 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, Rausu is intended for advanced divers due to the cold water, overhead environments, and moderate currents.
Boat access is required for all dives at this location.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth, cold water, and current conditions.
Hazards include extremely cold water, overhead environments, and strong currents.
Diving at Rausu in Rausu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Rausu in Rausu. Water temperatures range from -1°C to 18°C.
Expect moderate currents at Rausu in Rausu. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Rausu in Rausu typically ranges from 20 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
