Operator page for Shakotan Candle Rock boat diving.
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Shakotan boat dive with caves, crevices, and small-life detail.
Shakotan boat dive with caves, crevices, and small-life detail.
Candle Rock is a short boat dive in Shakotan built around rock faces, caves, and crevices that turn the wall into a compact underwater maze. Seaweed and aquatic flora give it an underwater-garden feel, while octopi, snails, and small fish fill the gaps between the stones. It suits relaxed exploration in clear Shakotan Blue water, with flexible routes that can work for both newer and more experienced divers.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Keep a steady trim through the rockwork and mind the boat on exit.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba divers can explore the caves and rock crevices and swim through areas between the rocks.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers can enjoy the rocky scenery and observe small fish and invertebrates around the crevices.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
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Operator page for Shakotan Candle Rock boat diving.
Tourism marketplace listing with visibility and boat-access notes.

Shallow Shakotan boat dive with clear water and beginner-friendly conditions.
