

Best for intermediate divers, 8-12m, shore entry, strong current.
Mermaids Grotto on Tokashiki Island is a complex site featuring a reef, cave, and drop-off. Divers and snorkellers can access this location from the shore, where parking is available. The site is suited for intermediate skill levels due to strong currents, rip currents, and potential down currents. The topography includes an overhead environment and sharp coral, with depths typically ranging between 8 and 12 metres. Visibility is generally good, spanning 20 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 22C to 29C, with noticeable temperature shifts near the shore. Night diving is permitted at this location, with typical dives lasting approximately 36 minutes.
26.49840, 127.84000
dive on high tides
after a short walk and swim we will find this crevice that is a gateway to the dive site
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-12m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
36 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents, rip currents, and down currents.
The site has an average depth of 22 metres, with typical diving depths ranging between 8 and 12 metres.
Mermaids Grotto is a shore entry site with parking facilities available.
Yes, Mermaids Grotto is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Hazards include strong currents, rip currents, down currents, an overhead environment, sharp coral, and surf.
Diving at Mermaids Grotto in Onna Village requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mermaids Grotto in Onna Village. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Mermaids Grotto in Onna Village are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mermaids Grotto in Onna Village can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Mermaids Grotto in Onna Village typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.