

Best for beginner divers, Up to 14m, boat entry, mild current.
Kuefu Island North is a shallow reef site located off Zamami Island, Japan. The reef extends from the surface to a maximum depth of 14 metres, featuring mild currents that make it suitable for beginners. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a journey of approximately 10 kilometres from the shore. Water temperatures are temperate, ranging from 22 to 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the nature of boat-based access, divers and snorkellers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic. Always use a surface marker buoy to ensure visibility to passing vessels while at the surface.
26.25310, 127.55980
Boat traffic is the main hazard at this site, so always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy (a small inflatable tube you inflate underwater to signal your position to boats above). Confirm current facility availability before departure, as no permanent facilities are listed for this location.
Access info coming soon
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 14m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of up to 14 metres and mild currents.
The reef at Kuefu Island North ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 14 metres.
No, this site is located 10 kilometres from the shore and requires boat access.
Yes, the shallow nature of the reef makes it appropriate for both diving and snorkelling.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers and snorkellers should maintain high situational awareness and use a surface marker buoy to remain visible to vessels.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kuefu Island North in Naha. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Kuefu Island North in Naha typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.