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Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Boat-access Okinawa hot-spring dive with coral and vents.
Short boat ride from Ishigaki to a beginner-friendly hot-spring site with vents, coral, and shallow reef life.
About Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Taketomi Island UW Hotspring is a guided boat dive off the north side of Taketomi Island where underwater hot spring vents bubble out of bowl-shaped sand patches. Shallower coral and sea-fan areas add reef life, so the site works as a relaxed stop in the Yaeyama Islands with clear water, minimal current, and a warm feature that makes it feel different from a standard reef run.
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Research Estimate At Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Taketomi Island UW Hotspring?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Taketomi Island UW Hotspring Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
The vent feature sits around 20 m, with shallower coral and sea-fan areas above it.
Best Season
Year-round; winter is the classic time to stop by the hot spring and warm up.
Typical Conditions
Calm boat dive with a warm vent zone, bowl-shaped sand patches, and coral and sea-fan shallows above the vents.
Safety & Access At Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coralWaves
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy gentle over the coral, watch the boat approach, and follow the guide around the vent openings.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; winter winds can affect comfort, so boat planning matters more than current.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and reef-protection rules and do not touch the vent area or coral.
Local Intel For Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed boat dive with a warm vent feature around the seabed spring and lively coral shallows above it.
Freediving
Breath-hold diving is only practical in the shallow coral water; the vent feature itself sits at scuba depth.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow coral zone and is not the main reason to visit.
Wildlife at Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Taketomi Island UW Hotspring
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
