Sanchin
Protected Area
慶良間諸島
Why dive here
With 369+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, humpback whales, seahorses and sea turtles - Sanchin offers some of Kerama Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 22-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Sanchin is a straightforward reef dive, shallow and ideal for those just getting comfortable in the water. We usually see a good variety of reef fish here – think clownfish in anemones, plenty of damselfish, and small wrasse darting about. The maximum depth is a gentle 15 metres, making it a solid choice for beginners or for a relaxed second dive. It’s a good spot to just cruise along and enjoy the local coral formations.
Typical Sanchin 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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MARINE HOUSE SEASIR AKA
Diving Team Cool
MARINE HOUSE SEASIR NAHA
Paradise Club
Sea Max Diving Club
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Sanchin
Sanchin Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Sanchin, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.24, 127.37) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
83°F · Range: 26.4–30.7°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
9.4 m/s
18.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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