

Best for beginner divers, 5-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Twin Cave on Shimoji Island features two adjacent cave formations that provide a sheltered environment for divers. The site ranges in depth from 5 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres, and the mild current ensures a relaxed experience. Access to this site is by boat only. Divers should carry a torch to explore the darker recesses of the cave walls and entrances. The site is best visited in April, though boat bookings should be arranged well in advance due to high demand during this period.
24.80180, 125.16000
April is the recommended month to visit, so plan your boat booking well in advance as liveaboards and day-charter operators in the Yaeyama Islands fill up quickly during peak season. Bring a small torch inside the caves to spot the red cape cave fish and caecilian lobsters that stay deep in the shadows.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-19m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr
The site supports a variety of marine life, including red cape cave fish, caecilian lobsters, southern moray eels, nudibranchs, and nemuribranchs. Schools of fish gather near the cave entrances, and reef manta rays may be seen in the open water surrounding the site.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild current and comfortable conditions.
The site depth ranges from 5 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Twin Cave is a boat-only dive site.
April is the recommended month to visit this site.
Diving at Twin Cave in Miyakojima requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Twin Cave in Miyakojima. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Twin Cave in Miyakojima typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Twin Cave in Miyakojima typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.