

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Phantom Island, also known as Hamashima, is a crescent-shaped sandbar in the Kabira Area that emerges only during low tide. Located within the Sekisei Lagoon, this site offers shallow coral gardens suitable for beginners. Snorkelling takes place in depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Access is by boat, as the site is approximately 10 kilometres from the shore. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 30C throughout the year. Facilities at the site include showers. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sharp coral in the area.
24.40450, 124.01550
The island appears only at low tide and sinks at high tide, so boat access is required.
Accessible by boat from Ishigaki Island (approx. 30 minutes) or Kohama Island (approx. 15 minutes).
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with mild currents and shallow depths averaging 5 metres.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, Phantom Island is a popular snorkelling location with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Access to Phantom Island is by boat only, as it is located 10 kilometres from the shore.
The site features mild currents and visibility typically ranging from 15 to 30 metres.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Phantom Island (Hamashima) in Ishigaki island. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Phantom Island (Hamashima) in Ishigaki island are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.