Dive-site story
Located off the rugged northern headland of Saipan, Banzai offers deep, blue-water diving along sheer limestone drop-offs and vast submerged boulder fields. Because the site sits exposed to open Pacific swells, dive operators only run trips here when summer conditions flatten the ocean surface.
Monumental vertical drop-offs dropping into the deep abyss
Frequent pelagic visitors passing through open oceanic currents
Exceptional blue-water visibility characteristic of the Northern Marianas
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas during late spring and summer months allow safe boat access to the exposed northern coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey reef sharkCarcharhinus amblyrhynchos | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted eagle rayAetobatus narinari | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Great barracudaSphyraena barracuda | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common |
Marine forecast
