

Best for beginner divers, 7-15m, boat entry, moderate current.
Panari Big Corner is a drift reef dive located 1500 metres from the shore in the Kabira Area. Divers typically explore this site at depths between 7 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility ranges from 20 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, though it features moderate currents that can strengthen, requiring divers to stay close to their guide. Boat access is required, and divers must be cautious of active boat traffic by using a delayed surface marker buoy. The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
24.21400, 123.94450
Moderate currents can strengthen quickly at the corner, so stay close to your guide and establish your buoyancy before the drift picks up pace. Boat traffic in the area is active, so always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy deployed well in advance.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
7-15m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be comfortable managing moderate currents.
The depth ranges from 7 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1500 metres from the shore; a boat is required to access the site.
Hazards include moderate currents that can change during the dive and active boat traffic in the area.
Diving at Panari Big Corner in Ishigaki requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Panari Big Corner in Ishigaki. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Panari Big Corner in Ishigaki. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Panari Big Corner in Ishigaki typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.