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Obyan Beach

Obyan, Saipan Municipality, Northern Mariana Islands

A south-coast shore reef known for white sand, clear water and a reef route that can carry current.

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WaterMarine
AccessGuided shore dive; alternative local access routes and any drift plan must be chosen by an operator.
ExperienceOpen Water divers with a guide in calm conditions; advanced comfort for current or drift plans.
Maximum depthShallow-to-moderate recreational reef profile; confirm the planned maximum with the operator.
Best seasonPotentially year-round when south-coast surf, road and current conditions are acceptable.
VisibilityOften very clear, but sea state, current and weather can alter it quickly.

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Photographs

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Dive videos

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Published reference location

Location map

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Published reference coordinates15.10400, 145.72800
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

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Diver field observation

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

White sand, clear water, reef fish and possible guided drift routes.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Rip-current risk makes a local briefing essential. Do not use the display marker to locate an entry or attempt an unguided drift. No boat relationship is inferred.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Rip currents, drift separation, surf entry, navigation, remote shoreline and changing weather.

At the site

Facilities and support

Limited beach facilities; bring all dive support through a local operator.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.