

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Sanchin is a shallow reef located off Zamami Island, offering a manageable environment for beginner divers. The site features extensive hard coral formations across depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, providing good views of the reef structure. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock edges. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site experiences mild currents. Water temperatures are warm, fluctuating between 22 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should arrange all equipment and tank fills with their boat operator prior to departure.
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Watch where you place your hands and knees, as the hard coral and rock edges are sharp and easy to brush against at shallow depths. Facilities are not confirmed on-site, so arrange tank fills and any equipment rental with your boat operator before departure.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited to newly certified divers due to its shallow depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Sanchin requires boat access; there is no shore entry.
The main hazard is sharp coral and rock. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid abrasions from contact with the reef.
Diving at Sanchin in Naha requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sanchin in Naha. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Sanchin in Naha typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sanchin in Naha typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.