The waters around Okinawa are well known for their clarity and coral reefs.
For experienced divers, drift diving around the Kerama Islands offers a more dynamic way to explore.
But let’s be clear from the start:
Drift diving does not guarantee big marine life.
Comfortable Currents, Not Extreme Conditions
When people hear “drift dive,” they often imagine strong, exhausting currents.
In reality, most of our drift dives are:
Level 2–3 out of 5 in current strength.
That means:
- A steady, enjoyable flow
- No aggressive, uncontrollable current
- Relaxed buoyancy control
- Moving naturally with the reef
If currents are stronger than appropriate for the group, we choose another site.
Safety and comfort always come first.
Big Marine Life: Possible, Never Promised
Drift diving sometimes increases the chance of encountering larger species.
However:
It does not mean you will automatically see something spectacular.
There are days when we exit the water without seeing any particularly remarkable fish.
Just beautiful coral slopes, blue water, and the natural rhythm of the ocean.
And then there are lucky days.
On certain offshore drift dives in open-ocean conditions, divers have occasionally encountered:
- Oceanic manta ray
- Whale shark
- Rare pelagic sharks, including species from the Hammerhead shark family
These encounters are unpredictable and entirely nature-dependent.
We never market guarantees — only possibilities.
The Real Appeal of Drift Diving
If big animals are not guaranteed, why drift dive?
Because the experience itself is different.
You:
- Enter together
- Glide effortlessly along reef edges
- Pass drop-offs and open blue-water views
- Feel the natural energy of the ocean
It’s not about chasing a specific species.
It’s about embracing movement and flow.
Who Is Drift Diving Suitable For?
We recommend drift dives for divers who:
- Have solid buoyancy control
- Are comfortable in moderate current
- Have recent diving experience
- Enjoy slightly more adventurous dive profiles
It is not extreme technical diving.
But it does require awareness, calmness, and good air management.
Small Groups Make Drift Diving Responsible
In moving water, structure matters.
That’s why we operate in small groups:
- Clear entry and exit coordination
- Close visual supervision
- Controlled ascents
- Air consumption monitoring
Drift diving done professionally feels smooth — not chaotic.
Honest Diving in the Kerama Islands
The Kerama Islands offer ideal terrain for moderate, well-managed drift dives:
- Coral-covered slopes
- Gradual drop-offs
- Blue-water exposure
- Natural current lines
Some days are calm and scenic.
Some days are extraordinary.
That unpredictability is part of real ocean diving.
Interested in Trying Drift Diving?
If you are an experienced diver visiting Okinawa and curious about drift diving:
👉 Let us know your experience level when booking, and we will assess the conditions honestly.
No guarantees.
No exaggeration.
Just professional guidance and the right conditions.