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Yoron Island, part of the Amami Islands, offers a unique diving experience combining wreck diving, big marine life, and drift conditions. This special dive trip is designed for experienced certified divers looking for exciting dives beyond the Okinawa main island.One of the highlights of Yoron is diving on a Japanese Coast Guard shipwreck, along with nearby reefs that attract turtles and pelagic species.
What Can You See While Diving in Yoron Island?
Yoron Island offers a mix of wreck diving and open-water sites with rich marine life.
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Japanese Coast Guard shipwreck
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Whitetip reef sharks
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Sea turtles
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Moray eels
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Giant trevally & tuna
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Titan triggerfish
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Lionfish and reef fish
👉 Marine life sightings depend on conditions and season and cannot be guaranteed.
Diver Requirements for Yoron Island
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Advanced Open Water certification or higher
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Minimum 50 logged dives
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Excellent buoyancy control
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Comfortable with deep diving and currents
Yoron Island Diving – Key Information
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Dive access: Speedboat
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Dive type: Wreck & reef diving
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Marine conditions: Big life & photography
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Current: Sometimes strong
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Depth: 10 – 40 meters (33 – 131 feet)
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Water temperature:
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Winter: 21–23°C (70–73°F)
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Summer: 25–29°C (77–84°F)
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Trip Schedule Overview
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Meeting point at Motobu Ferry Port – 8:00 AM
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Arrival at Yoron Island around 11:30 AM
Diving schedule:
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Day 1: 2 dives
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Day 2: 2 dives
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Return to Motobu Ferry Port around 4:30 PM on Day 2
Price & What’s Included
4 Boat Dives – From ¥80,000 per person
Included:
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Roundtrip ferry Motobu Port ⇄ Yoron Island Port
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Hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner
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Tanks & weights
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Professional dive guide
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Underwater diving photos
Equipment Rental (optional):
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Full equipment set – ¥10,000 per person
(BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins/boots, mask/snorkel & dive computer)
Why Dive Yoron Island?
One of Yoron Island’s most unique dive sites is a Japanese Coast Guard shipwreck, intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef. Over time, it has become home to various marine species and offers excellent wreck photography opportunities.
During low tide, nearby reef areas may host multiple sea turtles at cleaning stations, making Yoron a well-balanced destination for both wreck and reef diving.
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Cancellation Policy:
After booking accommodation, all cancellations are subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
Medical Questionnaire
All participants must complete a medical questionnaire prior to joining the trip. If you have any health concerns, please review the medical form carefully.
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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Okinawa Code of Conduct
Aloha Divers Okinawa follows the Green Fins Code of Conduct, promoting environmentally responsible diving practices to protect Okinawa’s marine environment.
