Guildawod

Located in the heart of Okinawa, this dive centre operates across the main island, covering both the central and northern regions. They serve as a specialised guide service and training school, providing access to an extensive catalogue of over 100 dive sites ranging from reef flats to deeper walls.

You can choose between various diving styles, from introductory trial sessions for beginners to recreational fun dives for experienced divers. The centre is particularly noted for its commitment to capturing your dives, offering all photo data taken during your excursion as part of the service.

The centre provides a professional range of instruction and guiding services. Their staff is equipped to handle everything from initial Open Water Diver courses through to advanced professional levels.

Instruction is available in both Japanese and English, ensuring clear communication for international divers. The team is structured to facilitate a variety of diving experiences, including dedicated programmes for snorkeling and guided exploration of the local reefs.

The training programme is comprehensive, covering the full spectrum of PADI and professional certifications. You can begin your journey with the Open Water Diver course and progress through the Advanced Diver level.

For those pursuing a career in diving, the centre offers Specialty Diver training, Divemaster, Open Water Instructor, and Advanced Instructor certifications. This allows you to build a professional foundation from the ground up.

For those not bringing their own kit, full equipment hire is available on-site. This includes everything needed for a standard dive, from regulators to fins.

For those looking to extend their dive time, additional dives can be arranged. The centre also offers the option to arrange private instructor services for a more tailored experience.

The reefs here are home to a variety of large marine life, including sea turtles (Cheloniidae) and various species of sharks, such as whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus) and blacktip reef sharks. You may also encounter rays (Batoidea) and various tropical fish patrolling the reef structures.

The seabed and reef architecture are populated by a wide array of colourful life, including angelfish (Pomacanthidae), triggerfish (Balistidae), and parrotfish (Calotomus). You will also see various damselfish, including blue-green damselfish and golden damselfish, alongside boxfish (Ostraciidae) and pufferfish (Arothron hispidus).

For those interested in macro life, the area hosts a range of interesting species including nudibranchs (Chromodoris willani), leaf scorpionfish, and various tropical reef fish. You might also spot a white frogfish or a lionfish (Pterois volitans) amongst the coral structures.

The diving environment is shaped by the local topography of the Okinawan islands, offering a variety of reef and coastal sites. Divers can choose from a wide range of locations to suit their experience level and preferred conditions.