Hateruma Island
Protected Area
崎山湾・網取湾
Why dive here
With 428+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), seahorses and sea turtles - Hateruma Island offers some of Ishigaki & Yaeyama's richest diving.
Hateruma Island, down in the Yaeyama chain, feels a bit more remote, and the diving often reflects that. At 18 meters, it’s a comfortable depth for intermediates, and we’ve often found some interesting smaller critters tucked into the reef structure here. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs and flatworms especially – it’s a good spot for macro enthusiasts. The visibility tends to be decent, making for relaxed dives where you can take your time exploring the nooks and crannies. It's not a big pelagic site, but for a quiet afternoon exploring, it definitely has its charm.
Typical Hateruma Island Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Hateruma Island
Hateruma Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Hateruma Island, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (24.34, 124.13) (0km away)
August Averages
Air Temperature
28.75°C
84°F
Wind Speed
6.07 m/s
11.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1007 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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