

Best for beginner divers, 3-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Sakieda Maze is a reef and cave system located in the Kabira Area of Ishigaki Island. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 3 to 15 metres with mild currents. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared to carry all necessary equipment on board as there are no facilities at the site. Visibility can vary significantly, so it is recommended to check current conditions with your dive operator before departure. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, reef manta rays, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, sea kraits, various triggerfish, wrasses, and giant clams.
24.45390, 124.09490
Because visibility can vary considerably, check current conditions with your dive operator before heading out, as boat entry means you are committing to open water once you leave the vessel. Facilities are not confirmed at this site, so carry everything you need on the boat.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, reef manta rays, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, sea kraits, coral groupers, leaf scorpionfish, various triggerfish, wrasses, unicornfish, and giant clams.
Yes, Sakieda Maze is considered beginner-friendly with depths between 3 and 15 metres and mild currents.
The site features a reef and cave system with depths ranging from 3 to 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. You must travel by boat to reach the location.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef areas may be accessible for snorkelling depending on your boat operator's policies.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sakieda Maze in Ishigaki. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Sakieda Maze in Ishigaki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.