

Best for beginner divers, 8-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Mansion is a beginner-friendly reef site located 1000 metres off the coast of Tokashiki Island. Divers typically explore the reef at depths between 8 and 19 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Conditions are generally manageable, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, elongate clams, yellow boxfish, bluestreak cleaner wrasse, hermit crabs, snails, and sea cucumbers. Divers should be aware of dangerous marine life, including banded sea kraits, and maintain a safe distance from all creatures. Guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available through the local dive shop.
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Banded sea kraits are the main hazard to be aware of, they are not aggressive but should never be handled or cornered. Book guided tours through the on-site dive shop, where equipment rental and air fills are all available, so you can travel light on the boat.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-19m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, elongate clams, yellow boxfish, bluestreak cleaner wrasse, hermit crabs, snails, and sea cucumbers.
Yes, Turtle Mansion is considered a beginner-friendly reef dive with mild currents that help newer divers manage their buoyancy.
The site ranges from 8 to 19 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
Be aware of dangerous marine life throughout the reef area, specifically banded sea kraits. Do not handle or corner these animals, maintain a safe distance from all creatures, and avoid touching the seabed.
Diving at Turtle Mansion in Nakijin requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Turtle Mansion in Nakijin. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Mansion in Nakijin. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Turtle Mansion in Nakijin typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Mansion in Nakijin typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.