Activity guide for the site: popular snorkel spot with parking, showers, lockers, no lifeguard, and no camping or BBQ.
Saki-Motobu is a sheltered shore dive with easy entry and reef life.
Saki-Motobu is a sheltered shore dive with easy entry and reef life.
Saki-Motobu is a shallow beach dive in north Motobu with white sand, coral patches, and easy entry from the sand. The site stays usable in northerly winds because the shoreline is sheltered, so it works well for beginner scuba, snorkel, and slow macro sessions when the sea is calm. Expect a simple layout with steady fish life rather than a long swim or heavy current.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 15m
Depth Note
Shallow beach site; guides place the main area roughly in the 1-15 m range, with the most life in the shallows.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Usually calm and low-current, especially when north winds are blowing; visibility and surf are best on settled days.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
There is no lifeguard, so snorkelers should use flotation and keep the entry simple. Watch the sand slope and any surge near the shoreline.
Access Restrictions
No on-site gear rental, so bring your own kit or book through a shop. Parking can fill on peak-weather days.
Legal Notes
Camping and BBQ are prohibited in the beach park area.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow depth around 10 m and calm conditions make it suitable for beginners and experience dives.
Snorkeling
Calm days are snorkel-friendly because the water stays shallow close to shore and the entry is straightforward.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Activity guide for the site: popular snorkel spot with parking, showers, lockers, no lifeguard, and no camping or BBQ.
Dive directory page for Gorilla Chop: 10-15 m, north-wind shelter, white sand, coral, fish-watching, beach and boat tags.
Operator page for Gorilla Chop: shore entry, 1-12 m, 20 m+ visibility, calm seas, shops/showers nearby, snorkeling-friendly.
Okinawa tourism dive guide card for Gorilla Chop: beach entry, 15 m, almost no current, beginner level, white sand and fish.
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