30 recommended activities you can't miss on your trip to Miyako Island! Same-day reservations are also available!
Table of Contents
- 1 What is Miyako Island like?
- 2 30 Recommended Activities on Miyako Island
- 2.1 (1) Snorkeling
- 2.2 (2) Diving
- 2.3 Yaebiji (Yaebiji) Tour
- 2.4 4) Blue Cave Tour
- 2.5 (5) SUP
- 2.6 (6) Sea kayak (canoe)
- 2.7 7) Tour of the beach at Yuni
- 2.8 8) Pumpkin caving (exploration of limestone caves)
- 2.9 9) Marine sports
- 2.10 ⑩Sky Sports (parasailing/paragliding)
- 2.11 eleven-footed fishing boat
- 2.12 ⑫Glass boat experience
- 2.13 ⑬ Mangrove Canoeing (SUP)
- 2.14 ⑭Guided! Island Sightseeing Photo Tour
- 2.15 (15) Bus tour to 5 Miyako Islands spots
- 2.16 ⑯Trike Buggy
- 2.17 ⑰Sunset SUP/Canoe
- 2.18 ⑱Sunrise SUP/Canoe
- 2.19 Cruising on luxury cruise ships
- 2.20 ⑳ナイトツアー(Star gazing)
- 2.21 21 Starry sky photo tour
- 2.22 One-day BBQ at Raima Island
- 2.23 Limited time around ㉓ full moon! Otsukimi Tour
- 2.24 ㉔ Night snorkeling
- 2.25 ㉕ Charter
- 2.26 ㉖ Mobile sauna truck
- 2.27 ㉗Handmade craft (monozukuri) experience
- 2.28 Brown Sugar & Island Banana Sweets Making Experience
- 2.29 ㉙Massage
- 2.30 Remote Farming Experience at ㉚ House
- 3 What are the most popular tours in Miyako Island right now?
- 4 Transportation within Miyako Island
- 5 summary
What is Miyako Island like?
Miyako Island is,Resort island with some of the clearest waters in Japanand the clarity of the sea is among the best in the world.
Various activities and marine sport experiences, including diving and snorkeling, are popular on Miyako Island.
◆Traveling to Miyako Island with children
◆Graduation trip or group travel to Miyako Island
◆If you want to know about recommended activities in Miyako Island
This article provides basic information about Miyako Island and all the recommended activity tours.
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List of plans available for same-day reservation in Miyakojima
30 Recommended Activities on Miyako Island
Often it is difficult to make reservations during the peak season or even on normal days... As soon as you decide on your travel datesAdvance reservations recommended.It is.
Here are 30 popular activities in Miyako Island. We hope you will find them useful!
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(1) Snorkeling
Snorkeling is an easy and safe way to enjoy the Churaumi Sea of Miyako Island!
Miyako Island isIsland formed by coral upliftand, because there is no sediment from high mountains or mangrove rivers to muddy the sea, the clear waters and coral reefs are preserved.
Guides are available to assist you.Even young children can participate in this event!star
Snorkeling equipment is available for rent.
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(2) Diving
Miyako Island has many unique landforms, such as "W Arch" andpalace of the devil kingThis spot is so popular that divers repeat it every year.
Experience diving isYou can participate without a license!Even beginners are welcome to join us, so please give it a try!â
To avoid decompression sickness, it is not possible to fly for 18 hours after diving.
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Yaebiji (Yaebiji) Tour
Yabiji is located in the northern part of Miyako Island,One of the largest and most colorful coral reef groups in JapanIt is.
It is also famous for being designated as a national natural monument.
Of course, the clarity of the water is outstanding, so you can enjoy the beautiful underwater world through snorkeling and diving.
Yaebise can be reached by boat and tour participation is mandatory. It is a very popular tour,Early reservations are recommended.Â
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4) Blue Cave Tour
The Blue Cave is famous in Japan on the main island of Okinawa, but there is also a Blue Cave here on Miyakojima (Irabu Island)!
Compared to the Blue Cave on the main island of Okinawa, there are fewer people here, and the pristine wilderness still remains.
There are various ways to enjoy the area: snorkeling boats, kayaks, and glass boats.
A mysterious world of powerful caves and blue lightWould you like to experience the
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(5) SUP
SUP, a new type of marine activity, is rapidly gaining popularity.
The ocean of Miyako Island is so clear that you can see coral and tropical fish on the ocean floor even from the top of a SUP board.
The sea is clear, so while SUP cruisingPictures that appear to floatYou can take a picture of your favorite photo! Please try to take photos that will look great on social networking sites!
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Clear SUPs are also very popular these days.
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June to October] 18:00 所要時間Approximately 90 minutes (75 minutes for the experience)15,800 yen
SUP can be ridden in a variety of positions and is a highly effective form of exercise, which is why many people, especially women, combine it with yoga.
SUP yoga strengthens your core and after doing it for a while, you will feel warm and fuzzy from the core. If your body gets a little warm, you can dip your feet in the ocean or even go in!
Surrounded by the beautiful sky and crystal clear ocean of Miyako Island, yoga is an exceptional and relaxing experience.
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(6) Sea kayak (canoe)
Sea kayaking (canoeing) is an experience unique to Miyako Island that can be enjoyed while feeling the emerald green ocean up close.
On tour,Take you to the spots with the best conditionsThe clear waters of the island are perfect for a leisurely stroll on the water.
Two-person canoes are also available,Safe and enjoyable with children.is also attractive.
Why don't you enjoy the beautiful nature of Miyako Island?
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7) Tour of the beach at Yuni
Uni no Hama, or "Phantom Beach," located on Kushima Island in Miyako Island, is a spectacular spot known only to those in the know.
White sand beach that appears only at low tidefeatures a spectacular 360° view of the horizon.
The beach at Yuni is accessible by kayak or boat, and tour participation is required. Please come and see the mysterious spectacle created by nature♪
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8) Pumpkin caving (exploration of limestone caves)
A power spot that should be visited at least once is the Pumpkin Hole (limestone cave) in Hora, Miyako Island.
It is underwater,Can only be entered from the sea at low tide.It is a rare limestone cave.
Kayak to the entrance and enter the limestone cave, which is where "pumpkin" came from.Large pumpkin-shaped stalactitewill appear.
Explore the dimly lit cave with a light!
This is a recommended spot that can only be experienced on the exciting and thrilling island of Miyako.
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9) Marine sports
If you want to enjoy the beautiful sea of Miyako Island with everyone, marine sports are not to be missed!
Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of marine sports, from the standard "banana boat," to "jet ski," to the "Big Marble," a thrilling ride.
Can be enjoyed by a large group of peopleEarly reservations are recommended for marine sports, as reservations tend to fill up during the school excursion, graduation trip, company trip season, summer vacation, and spring vacation!
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*Varies depending on the number of people.17,500 yen
10) Sky Sports
(parasailing/paragliding)
Sky sports on Miyako Island include parasailing and paragliding to enjoy the "Miyako blue" sea from above.
The high transparency of the ocean makes it possible to see clearly from the sky to the coral reefs.
All of these activities can be enjoyed by beginners and up,Experience it in a little time.This makes it easy to incorporate into a sightseeing schedule.
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eleventh sign of the Chinese calendarfishing
Fishing on Miyako Island is open to all ages and genders,explosive fishingIt is no exaggeration to say that you will enjoy fishing.
Basically, the fishing tours are designed for first-time anglers to enjoy fishing with sabiki, but sometimes you can also catch high-end Okinawan fish and big game fish!
The fishing tours take you out to sea by boat, so you can enjoy not only fishing but also an exhilarating cruise experience. If you get seasick,Take anti-sickness medicationLet's do it.
The fish you catch...Have it cooked and eat it at a tavernYou can also
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⑫Glass boat experience
Ages 0 and up can participate.The glass boat experience can be enjoyed by all, including small children and the elderly, not to mention the fact that you do not need to change clothes, as you can appreciate the ocean without getting in the water.
What is a glass boat?A ship with a glass bottomThis activity is to view coral points and tropical fish at
I recommend it because you can see clearly to the deepest depths!
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⑬Mangrove Canoeing (SUP)
Miyako Island is often associated with ocean activities, but in fact, cruising surrounded by mangroves can also be enjoyed.
In a cluster of mangrove forests in Shimajiri, the largest on Miyako Island,Many kinds of mangroves native to Miyako Island, crabs walking on mud flats, gobies, etc.can also be observed!
Enjoy a supreme time of relaxation while listening to the chirping of wild birds.
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⑭Guided! Island Sightseeing Photo Tour
The local guide.Guide to Miyako Island's most scenic spotsWe will do so.
We will introduce you to the newest spots and the hidden spots that are not listed in the guidebooks! Not only will you be able to visit the most scenic spots while sightseeing, but your guide will also take your pictures for you!
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15 (used in legal documents)Bus Tour to 5 Miyako Islands Spots
The bus will take you to the Grand Bridge with its spectacular view of the emerald green sea and several tourist attractions.
Miyako Islands of Miyako, Ikema, Irabu, Shimoji and Kushima5Island and spectacular spots such as the Irabu Bridge.1It can be toured in one day,Inside the busOur guides, who know the island inside out, will happily introduce you to deep information about Miyako Island.We will do so.
On some days, there are special days when the real Mamoru-kun, who has been officially appointed as the Miyako Island Ambassador, accompanies you, so if your stay overlaps, please be sure to join us.
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⑯trike baby carriage
Trikes and ATVs are activities that are gaining popularity because they are more stable than two-wheeled motorcycles and offer an appealing sense of speed and exhilaration!
Trikes are three-wheeled bikes and highly stable,Can be driven without a motorcycle licenseA buggy is a small four-wheeled vehicle. ATVs, on the other hand, are small four-wheeled vehicles that offer the thrill of traveling on gravel roads and through nature.
You can ride around the Kuruma and Ikema Ohashi bridges while feeling the breeze of Miyako Island and admiring the emerald green sea. The small turnaround allows for easy access to hidden spots.
A sense of freedom that only a trike baby carriage can offerand enjoy your special island time.
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⑰Sunset SUP/Canoe
Miyako Island offers many sunset tours where you can also enjoy the sunset on the horizon.
As the sun goes down, we will take the SUP/canoe out to the ocean for a leisurely cruise.
The emerald green Miyako blue and the sky gradually fading to an azure color,Spectacular view different from that during the daytimeYou can taste the
We also have a two-person canoe.Perfect for couples and couples.It is.
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⑱Sunrise SUP/Canoe
Breathe in the clear, cool morning air of Miyako Island, listen to the birds chirping, and greet the morning with a refreshing SUP/canoe ride.
You can start the day with a good feeling when you move your body in the morning sun.
Experience it even on the day you leave.So, if you want to enjoy Miyako Island to the end, this is a good choice!
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19⑲Luxury Linerscruising
On Miyako Island, a cruising tour aboard a luxury cruise ship to the Irabu Bridge and Yaebise is also recommended.
Lunch and dinner buffetis attached to the basement (B1 floor), and the basement (B1 floor) is where the seafloor can be seen.
Because it can be enjoyed by all ages, it is also popular for family trips for three generations!
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October - March] 17:00-19:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours9,000 yen
greenish-blackNight tours (star gazing)
On Miyako Island, you can enjoy the starry sky at any time of the year, and in addition to the Milky Way and the first magnitude stars, you can see stars that cannot be seen on Honshu Island.Southern Cross (asterism formed with the brightest four stars of the constellation Crux)to see the
You can enjoy the beautiful starry sky while listening to a commentary on the stars, or go on a slightly more active tour to explore the jungle at night.
Miyako Island is home to the endangered coconut crab and many other species of crabs.There are many rare creatures unique to the subtropical zone!
This is a tour that is sure to bring back children's excitement for adults as well.
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kanji "dotted cliff" radical (radical 53)Starry sky photo tour
Professional photographer specializing in starry skieswill take a picture with a spectacular night sky in the background.Photo tours are also popular.
Miyakojima Island, with its low light pollution, offers a special opportunity to photograph the Milky Way and a star-filled sky in the background.
You can leave your memories of Miyako Island in a beautiful form.
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Daytime photo tours are also popular with couples and families.
Professional photographers will take you to the best spots of the day and carefully capture your precious moments and memories.
We do our best to accommodate our clients' requests for locations, images, time, etc., so please feel free to contact us for more information.
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㉒Kushima Island Day Trip BBQ
Agu pork steaks, island vegetables, Miyako yakisoba, and other dishes that can only be found on Miyako IslandEnjoy carefully selected ingredients on the BBQThe following is a list of the most common types of products that can be used in the market.
All ingredients and utensils are prepared by our staff, who will also assist you in grilling, so you can enjoy the best ingredients at their best.
The venue is surrounded by no tall buildings or city lights, so you will be able to see a star-filled sky at night.
Enjoy a blissful moment while admiring the stars that seem to pour down upon you.
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㉓Limited time around full moon! Otsukimi Tour
Miyako Island is famous for its beautiful night sky. Among them, moon viewing tours are held around the full moon.
Bring your astronomical telescope and outdoor chairs so you can sit back, relax, and observe the big full moon.
Qualified star guides will provide explanations about the moon and stars, so you can observe celestial bodies at a deeper level!
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㉔ Night snorkeling
The sea at night isSea fireflies and luminous insects shineThe world is mysterious and different from that of the daytime.
With the support of a veteran guide, we will swim slowly, not going into deep water.
With the underwater lights turned off, the star-filled sky over the southern islands as you float in the ocean at night is so beautiful and comfortable that words cannot describe it.
This tour is designed for experienced snorkelers.
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㉕Charter
The charter tour is a luxurious plan that allows you to charter a ship and enjoy the charms of Miyako Island on your own.
Using a private boat,You can freely customize spots and activities according to your preferences!Ideal for families or groups traveling together, you can relax and not worry about other tourists.
Let's create special memories in a very private space☆.
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㉖Mobile Sauna Truck
Mobile sauna trucks are rapidly gaining popularity on Miyako Island, where you can enjoy sauna at your favorite place!
Surrounded by trees, warm your body while feeling the energy of nature,After that, dive straight to the sea!
You can prepare your body at any place you like in Miyako Island.
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㉗Handmade Craft (Monozukuri) Experience
Even in Miyako Island, where the weather is changeable, the craft experience can be done indoors,Rainy days can also be spent in a meaningful wayThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
Many families and couples participate in this activity because it uses coral and seashells from Miyako Island and even small children can participate.
Handmade crafts include "resin art," which is colored and coated with a special liquid, photo frames, gel candles, and miniature seasar crafts.
certainlyAs a souvenir of your trip to Miyako IslandWould you like to make it?
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㉘Brown Sugar & Island Banana Sweets Making Experience
This is a fun and delicious brown sugar & island banana sweets making experience at an organic farm on Miyako Island.
Visitors can enjoy the experience of making original brown sugar and banana sweets using nutrient-rich sugarcane and island bananas grown under the soil and sun of Miyako Island.
This farm grows organic sugarcane and organic bananas with no agricultural or chemical fertilizers and 100% organic. It is truly a unique experience that you can only experience here....
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㉙massage
Made from the leaves of the shell ginger, which has been used in the Ryukyus since ancient times.Full body treatment with Ryukyu Gekko oilI will do so.
A massage while feeling the soothing ocean breeze and the sound of waves is an exquisite experience that cannot be experienced in everyday life. Enjoy a warm and healing time in a relaxing space reserved for the entire building.
You can take care of your tired body after a day of sightseeing and recharge your energy for the next day.
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㉚Remote Farming Experience at Home
We will send you a kit home in advance, and you can start from growing sugarcane to making brown sugar.The Charms of Sugarcane Roundup.Experience.
You can connect with a local guide in Miyako Island via zoom to experience the tour as if it were an actual tour!
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What are the most popular tours in Miyako Island right now?
Miyako Island, a popular tropical resort, offers many diverse tours that are very popular among travelers! If you book a tour well, you will be able to enjoy the charm of Miyako Island to the fullest.
Here are some of the most popular tour features.
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Full-day activity set tour
Set tours are multiple activities condensed into a single day.
The start and travel times for each activity are set at the best possible time,Fulfilling time with a lean planto spend time in the area!
A situation that we particularly recommend is a group trip with family or friends.
with a shuttle serviceThen we can all move around easily and focus on the activities.
Click here for tours where pick-up and drop-off can be discussed.
You can enjoy the tour efficiently, and you will definitely have a memorable and fulfilling experience on Miyako Island!
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Charter Tours
Enjoy at our own pace without worrying about others.Charter tours are also popularWe are collecting the
All eligible tours are available for private tours, not shared or simultaneous tours with other guests, so you can enjoy your private time to the fullest.
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Charter tours specializing in specific activities are also popular, such as fishing charters for those who want to have serious fun, and charter diving tours for those who want one-on-one support because it is their first time.
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Tours that can be booked the day before or the day of the tour
The weather on remote islands is very changeable, and tours are often cancelled on the day of the tour.
In Miyako Island Tours,Reservations can be made the day before or the day of the event.Please feel free to contact us for more information!
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Transportation within Miyako Island
To get around Miyako Island efficiently, a car (rental car) or rental bike is recommended.
In fact, to the main tourist attractions on Miyako Island,It takes about 30 minutes to get anywhere from the city center.However, there are no trains on Miyako Island, and public transportation is not sufficiently plentiful.
A rental car is essential for an efficient trip!
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rent-a-car
Miyako Island is surprisingly large, and a rental car is recommended.
An optional child seat can be added for small children, allowing them to travel in comfort.
We have a large selection of vehicles from mini cars to wagon class! Includes liability waiver and airport pickup and drop-off.
We also recommend convertible cars for those who want to lift their spirits a bit.
Click here to reserve a rental car in Miyakojima
scheduled bus
There are four bus operators in Miyakojima City (Miyako Kyoei Bus, ,Yachiyo BusRepublic Bus,Chuo KotsuThere are two types of buses, but none of them are used to go to tourist spots, but rather are used by locals.
Buses are infrequent, so be sure to check departure and arrival times well in advance.
rent-a-cycle
Rental bicycles are recommended for those who want to travel slowly and feel the air of Miyako Island.
Miyako Island is relatively flat, so it is easy to tour around by bicycle. For a short trip or a one-person trip, the fee starts at about 1,000 yen per day, which is very reasonable!
summary
Since the Miyako Shimojishima Airport Terminal was established in 2019, many travelers have been visiting Miyako Island.
It is good to stay and see the scenery of Miyako Island in a relaxed manner,If you want to enjoy the nature of Miyako Island to the fullestParticipation in activity tours is still recommended!
Please try the activities introduced here on Miyako Island, which boasts of its world-class beauty☆.
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