Ishigaki & Yaeyama, Japan
    八重干瀬

    Yabiji

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Protected Area

    八重干瀬

    Why dive here

    With 428+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), seahorses and sea turtles - Yabiji offers some of Ishigaki & Yaeyama's richest reef 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
    CharacterReef dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Yabiji is a pretty big deal around Ishigaki, a massive stretch of reef that feels more like a small underwater mountain range than just one dive site. You’ll spend most of your time drifting along its edges, checking out the hard coral formations that dominate the landscape. We’ve seen a good mix of smaller reef fish darting between the crevices, and on luckier days, a turtle or two cruising by. It’s a good choice for a relaxed afternoon dive, especially if you appreciate the sheer scale of a healthy coral system. Best enjoyed when the current isn't too strong, which opens up more options for exploration.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Yabiji

    Yabiji Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Yabiji, 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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