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Ishigaki dive-point roundup that includes Sakieda Big Arch in the northern group.
Sakieda Big Arch
Boat-access arch dive with sunbeams and snapper schools.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner12m - 20m
CaveReef
Western Ishigaki arch site with gentle current, light beams through ceiling cracks, and a comfortable profile for mixed-experience teams.
About Sakieda Big Arch
Sakieda Big Arch is a boat-access topography dive on the western Ishigaki side, built around a large natural arch that throws sunbeams through the ceiling cracks when the light is right. Gentle currents, a shallow coral fringe, and schools of snapper make it a comfortable choice for newer and experienced divers, while winter-spring shrimp spawning adds a seasonal reason to plan the trip.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep spacing inside the arch and watch overhead clearance when the light beam route is busy.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Where Is Sakieda Big Arch?
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Local Intel For Sakieda Big Arch
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A comfortable arch dive for newer and experienced divers, with good light and a shallow profile.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the main arch sits below easy snorkel range.
Snorkeling
Only the shallowest edges are practical; the main arch is a scuba target.
Wildlife at Sakieda Big Arch
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Sakieda Big Arch
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility20m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral2/5 · Some damage
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
