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Shiretoko Peninsula
Japan
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Venture to the rugged Shiretoko Peninsula on Hokkaido's northeastern tip, a UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with life both above and below the waves. Explore vibrant kelp forests and, for the truly adventurous, experience the thrill of ice diving in its frigid winter waters, encountering unique cold-water marine inhabitants.
Best Time to Dive
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| 3°C | 2°C | 4°C | 6°C | 9°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 15°C | 12°C | 9°C | 6°C |
Peak Season
May, June, July, September, October
Jan
Ice diving opportunities, seals, sea eagles
Feb
Peak ice diving season, abundant seals
Mar
Melting ice, seals, possibility of orcas
Apr
Ice recedes, increased marine life activity
More monthly highlights
May
Spring bloom, salmon runs begin, sea otters
Jun
Abundant kelp forests, sea otters, various fish species
Jul
Peak summer diving, rich biodiversity
Aug
Warmer waters, potential for plankton blooms affecting visibility
Sep
Visibility improves, good for macro life
Oct
Autumn colors underwater, sea otters, possibility of whales
Nov
Cooler waters, seals, preparation for winter
Dec
First ice formation, seals, sea eagles
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Shiretoko Misaki
Dive at the very edge of the Shiretoko Peninsula at Shiretoko Misaki, where lush kelp forests sway i...
25m
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Rausu Kelp Forest
Immerse yourself in the enchanting Rausu Kelp Forest, a vibrant underwater ecosystem teeming with li...
20m
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Saroma-ko Lagoon
Explore the unique ecosystem of Saroma-ko Lagoon, Japan's largest coastal lagoon, where freshwater m...
15m
2 species
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Notoro Cape
Dive into the dramatic underwater world of Notoro Cape, a rugged site on the Shiretoko Peninsula's w...
30m
2 species
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Kamuiwakka Hot Waterfall
Experience the extraordinary Kamuiwakka Hot Waterfall, where warm, mineral-rich freshwater cascades...
20m
2 species
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