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Yamada point guide with beginner-friendly boat entry and depth profile.
Dive Spot Guide•
Yamada Sunachi
Yamada Sunachi: sandy boat dive with coral heads and macro life.
Local operator required
Boat access and day-of route choice are normally handled by local guides.
Short boat run from Kaneku Port; gentle sand-and-coral terrain suits relaxed reef scanning and macro hunting when the sea is settled.
About Yamada Sunachi
Yamada Sunachi is a sandy Okinawan dive site with transplanted coral patches and a finger-coral cluster that pulls reef fish onto the sand. The route stays low-profile and relaxed rather than dramatic, so it suits slow reef scanning, macro searching, and easy photo stops. It is usually run from the local port and can be a useful fallback when more exposed sites are less comfortable. Expect a calm, fishy site built around sand, coral heads, and small details.
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Research Estimate At Yamada Sunachi
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Yamada Sunachi?
Community sourced coordinates.
Yamada Sunachi Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Shallow sand and coral patches sit near the top, with a broader working slope running down to about 25 m.
Best Season
Year-round; winter often brings clearer water and quieter conditions.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sand and transplanted coral with a gentle slope; calm days are best, but the site still works when more exposed points are rough.
Safety & Access At Yamada Sunachi
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficSurge
Safety Notes
Keep clear of boat lanes on the approach and avoid finning up sediment over the shallow coral patches. The site is most comfortable when residual swell is low.
Local Intel For Yamada Sunachi
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Gentle sand-and-coral route with a broad slope and plenty of small subjects; better for relaxed scanning and photo dives than fast swimming.
Wildlife at Yamada Sunachi
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Yamada Sunachi
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Yamada Sunachi
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
