

Best for beginner divers, 7-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Sunabe Seawall is a shore-entry dive site located on the west coast of Okinawa, featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. The site ranges in depth from 7 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 25 metres. While currents are generally mild, strong surges can develop, requiring careful entry and monitoring of conditions. Suitable for beginners, the site is accessible year-round and supports night diving. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, a cafe, and a dive shop, providing convenient support for divers.
26.32170, 127.74810
The site is diveable year-round, so timing is flexible, but arrive early in the morning to get the calmest conditions before any swell or current builds. A dive shop, toilets, parking, and a cafe are all on site, so you can travel light and sort air fills and refreshments without leaving the seawall.
Efficient shore entry is available along the seawall, but divers should watch for surge and slippery conditions during entry and exit.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-20m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an Open Water certification.
The site ranges from 7 to 20 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should enter the water carefully from the shore and remain aware of surroundings, as strong currents can develop in the area.
Yes, the site features parking, toilets, a cafe, and a dive shop.
Diving at Sunabe Seawall in Chatan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Sunabe Seawall in Chatan are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sunabe Seawall in Chatan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sunabe Seawall in Chatan typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.