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The Kerama Islands are one of the top diving destinations in Okinawa and Japan, famous for their crystal-clear waters, healthy coral reefs, and diverse marine life. With visibility that often exceeds 30 meters, Kerama offers unforgettable boat dives suitable for both beginner and advanced certified divers.During a single day, divers can enjoy three different dive sites, each offering unique underwater landscapes, caverns, and marine encounters.
What Can You See While Diving in the Kerama Islands?
The Kerama Islands are home to an incredible variety of marine life. During your dives, you may encounter:
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Whitetip reef sharks
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Green turtles & hawksbill turtles
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Eagle rays & barracuda
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Giant trevally, tuna & Napoleon fish
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Moray eels, octopus & lionfish
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Nudibranchs, shrimps, lobsters & crabs
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Clownfish and many more reef species
Kerama Islands Diving – Key Information
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Diver level: Open Water certified divers (recent diving within the past 12 months recommended)
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Dive access: Speedboat
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Dive type: Boat dives
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Marine conditions: Coral reefs, fish, caverns & photography
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Current: Sometimes moderate – great for drift diving
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Depth: 5 – 40 meters (16 – 131 feet)
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Water temperature:
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Winter: 20–23°C (68–73°F)
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Summer: 25–29°C (77–84°F)
What Does a Typical Day Look Like?
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Meeting point at Kadena Fishing Port – 7:30 AM
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Arrival at the Kerama Islands around 8:30 AM
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First & second dives in the morning
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Lunch on the boat (lunch not included)
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Third dive in the afternoon
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Return to Kadena Fishing Port around 3:30 PM
Price & What’s Included
3 Boat Dives – ¥20,000 per person
Included:
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Hotel transfers (Chatan & Kadena area only, for guests without a car)
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Hot or cold Japanese tea
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Tanks & weights
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Professional dive guide
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Underwater diving photos
Equipment Rental (optional):
Full equipment set – ¥4,000 per person
(BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins/boots, mask/snorkel & dive computer)
Why Dive the Kerama Islands?
With over 200 dive sites, the Kerama Islands offer some of the most diverse diving in Okinawa. From shallow coral gardens with minimal current to deeper and more dynamic sites, Kerama provides excellent conditions for certified divers of all experience levels.
The combination of clear water, caverns, and abundant marine life makes Kerama a must-dive destination for anyone visiting Okinawa.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 7 days before – No cancellation fee
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Up to 5 days before – 25% fee
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Up to 3 days before – 50% fee
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Up to 1 day before – 100% fee
Travel & Dive Insurance
Aloha Divers Okinawa strongly recommends that all guests purchase their own diving and travel insurance. The company is not responsible for injuries or losses sustained during tours.
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DAN – Divers Alert Network https://www.diversalertnetwork.org
Okinawa Code of Conduct
Aloha Divers Okinawa supports the Green Fins Code of Conduct, promoting environmentally responsible diving practices to protect Okinawa’s marine ecosystem for future generations.
