18m
    Beginner
    Ishigaki & Yaeyama, Japan
    崎山湾・網取湾

    IOT

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    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 - IOT offers some of Ishigaki & Yaeyama's richest diving. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBull Sharks, Manta Rays, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Seahorses and Sea Turtles · 428+ species recorded
    Water23-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    Charactermax 18m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    IOT in Ishigaki is a solid choice for newer divers. The site drops to 18 metres, making it comfortable for those still building their confidence. We often see a good variety of reef fish here, along with some friendly anemonefish. It's a relaxed dive, good for getting back into things or simply enjoying a calm afternoon underwater.

    Typical IOT Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m18m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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 IOT

    IOT Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for IOT, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.6, 124.35) (10km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    84°F · Range: 27–30.4°C

    Air Temperature

    26°C

    79°F

    Wind Speed

    7.74 m/s

    15.0 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.6 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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