

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Birdcage on Tokashiki Island features a combination of natural reef and artificial structures, offering a practical environment for beginner divers. The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average of 12 metres. Shore entry is standard, and the mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres make for manageable conditions. The site supports night diving, which provides a different perspective on the artificial reef. Divers should wear protective footwear to avoid injuries from sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit. Toilets are available at the site, but divers must bring all other necessary equipment, including a surface marker buoy.
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The site is accessible year-round and supports night diving, so an evening dive on the artificial structure is worth planning as it draws noticeably different activity. Toilets are available on site, but there are no other facilities, so bring everything you need including water and a surface marker buoy for shore re-entry.
Beach entry is possible.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified open water divers due to its manageable depth range of 5 to 15 metres and mild currents.
The site depth ranges from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Birdcage is a shore entry site. Divers should bring a surface marker buoy for shore re-entry.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Birdcage, and an evening dive on the artificial structure is recommended to observe different activity.
The primary hazard is sharp coral and rocks. Protective footwear is recommended to prevent injury during shore entry and exit.
Diving at Birdcage in Chatan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Birdcage in Chatan. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Birdcage in Chatan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Birdcage in Chatan typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.