

Best for beginner divers, From 1m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Hanari Island is an uninhabited islet located 500 metres from the shore of Zamami Island. This reef site features shallow waters with white sand patches and is accessible by both boat and kayak. The site is suitable for beginners, offering a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, various triggerfish, wrasses, and anemonefish. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, rip currents, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
26.17120, 127.31450
Use Okinawan Okara instead of bread to feed fish, as it is firmer and does not crumble into small pieces that pollute the water.
Access is via a 7-minute ferry or banana boat ride from Aharen Beach on Tokashiki Island. Swimming across is prohibited.
Recorded at this site
Depth
From 1m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, titan triggerfish, clown triggerfish, wrasses, and pink skunk anemonefish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and is well-regarded for snorkelling.
The water depth at Hanari Island starts at 1 metre.
Hanari Island is accessible by both boat and kayak from the nearby shore.
Yes, Hanari Island is a popular snorkelling site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hanari Island in Tokashiki. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Hanari Island in Tokashiki are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Hanari Island in Tokashiki should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Hanari Island in Tokashiki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hanari Island in Tokashiki typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.