

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Sunabe South Steps on Tokashiki Island offers a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. Accessible via convenient steps leading directly into the water, the site is suitable for beginners and supports both diving and snorkelling. Depths range from 5 to 20 metres, with an average of 10 metres. Conditions feature mild currents and visibility between 9 and 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, rip currents, sharp coral, stonefish, surf, and overhead environments. Facilities in the vicinity include parking, toilets, equipment rental, and cafes for post-dive meals. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes, and night diving is permitted.
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The site is often used for training, check dives, and night dives, and is a practical backup when sea conditions shift elsewhere.
Entry is via stairs along the seawall.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
9-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering both shore and boat access with mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Sunabe South Steps is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of jellyfish, rip currents, sharp coral, stonefish, surf, and overhead environments.
The site provides access to parking, toilets, equipment rental, and nearby cafes.
Diving at Sunabe South Steps in Chatan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sunabe South Steps in Chatan. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sunabe South Steps in Chatan. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Sunabe South Steps 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 South Steps in Chatan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sunabe South Steps in Chatan typically ranges from 9 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.