Prime Scuba Ishigaki

PADI dive center on Ishigaki Island with luxury dive cruiser. Famous for manta ray encounters and pristine Yaeyama coral reefs.

Prime Scuba Ishigaki is a PADI dive center on Ishigaki Island, one of the Yaeyama Islands in southern Okinawa, renowned for its manta ray encounters and exceptional coral reef diving. Operating their own luxury diving cruiser 'Blue Swan,' Prime Scuba offers full-day dive cruises that take divers to the best sites around Ishigaki and the surrounding islands.

Ishigaki is famous worldwide for its manta ray season, which runs from approximately June through November when giant oceanic manta rays congregate at cleaning stations near Kabira Bay. Prime Scuba's experienced guides know the best spots and timing for manta encounters, achieving remarkable success rates during the season. Beyond mantas, the area offers pristine coral reefs, underwater caves, dramatic drop-offs, and diverse marine life including sea turtles, reef sharks, and colorful nudibranchs.

Programs are available in both Japanese and English, and the center provides everything from introductory experiences for beginners to advanced fun diving for certified divers. The Blue Swan cruiser features comfortable deck space, hot showers, and all amenities needed for a full day of diving in the stunning Yaeyama waters.