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Sukuji Gurukun no Ne
Boat-only Kabira drop-off with thick gurukun schools.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate10m - 35m
Reef
Off Kabira, this is a current-fed boat dive with a steep drop-off, schooling fish, and deeper ledges that suit divers comfortable with moving water.
About Sukuji Gurukun no Ne
Off Kabira on Ishigaki's west side, Sukuji Gurukun no Ne is a boat-only offshore drop-off with a stepped reef face and an open-water feel. The site is known for dense gurukun schools over the reef top, while deeper ledges can bring eagle rays, Napoleon fish, clownfish, and other reef life. It suits divers who are comfortable planning around current, depth, and shifting sea state.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy and gas conservative; current and depth can tighten margins quickly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; trips may be rerouted or skipped when current or sea state is unfavorable.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-boat rules and any skipper instructions.
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Local Intel For Sukuji Gurukun no Ne
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-based drop-off diving with a current-fed reef top and deeper ledges; best for intermediate divers comfortable with moving water.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site. The boat-based, current-fed drop-off and deeper features make it a better scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site. The main features sit on a deeper, current-influenced drop-off that is better viewed on scuba.
Wildlife at Sukuji Gurukun no Ne
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Sukuji Gurukun no Ne
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility20m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities2/5 · Limited facilities
CurrentStrong current
