

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Aka Beach on Zamami Island is a shallow reef and seagrass site located adjacent to Aka Port. With an average depth of 3 metres, it is well-suited for beginners and offers shore access. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The site features seagrass beds where marine life is often present. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, clown triggerfish, titan triggerfish, day octopus, turkey moray, regal angelfish, broadclub cuttlefish, lunartail grouper, wrasses, moorish idol, Ijima's sea snake, Pacific orange-spine unicornfish, bird wrasse, and valentini pufferfish. Facilities at the site include toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Be aware of boat traffic and sharp coral.
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Nishibama, located northeast of Aka Island, is a white sand beach used as a location for many Japanese movies and is a great place for snorkeling.
Aka and Geruma islands are connected by a bridge, allowing travel between them by land. There are no local buses or taxis on Aka Island; travel is by foot, rental bicycle, or motorbike.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, clown triggerfish, titan triggerfish, day octopus, turkey moray, regal angelfish, broadclub cuttlefish, lunartail grouper, wrasses, moorish idol, Ijima's sea snake, Pacific orange-spine unicornfish, bird wrasse, and valentini pufferfish.
Yes, Aka Beach is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 3 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Aka Beach is a shore entry site located right next to Aka Port.
Yes, Aka Beach is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 3 out of 5.
Diving at Aka Beach in Zamami requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Aka Beach in Zamami. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Aka Beach in Zamami are June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Aka Beach in Zamami typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Aka Beach in Zamami typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.