

Best for beginner divers, 12-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Sakieda Big Arch is a boat-access reef dive located in the Kabira Area of Ishigaki Island. The site features a reef structure at depths between 12 and 17 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility typically ranging from 20 to 30 metres, making it suitable for beginners. The reef is covered in shallow corals, and schools of snappers are regularly observed along the structure. Species recorded around this area include Kelp Shrimp, which can be found tucked into crevices. Water temperatures at the site fluctuate between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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With visibility regularly reaching 30 metres and no notable hazards, this site rewards divers who take their time hovering near the coral to spot Kelp Shrimp tucked into crevices. Check locally for current boat operator availability and whether equipment hire is on offer before you head out.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-17m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Schools of snappers are a regular presence along the reef structure. Species recorded around this area include Kelp Shrimp, which are often found in crevices.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and forgiving conditions.
The site sits at depths between 12 and 17 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the reef.
The site is primarily a boat-access dive site; check with local operators regarding their policies on snorkelling.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sakieda Big Arch in Ishigaki. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Sakieda Big Arch in Ishigaki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sakieda Big Arch in Ishigaki typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.