Miyako Island Snorkeling Complete Guide! Introducing 18 recommended snorkeling tours!

Miyako Island resident staff explains☆.
Enjoy snorkeling in Miyako Island!

In this issue, our local guide will thoroughly explain the snorkeling situation on Miyako Island so that you will not make any mistakes when snorkeling in Miyako Island.

A snorkeling experience in the crystal clear waters of Miyako Island will surely be an unforgettable memory! Please refer to the following information when choosing a snorkeling tour♪

 

What is the appeal of snorkeling on Miyako Island?

First, we will explain the appeal of snorkeling on Miyako Island, which attracts many people!

 

The clarity of the sea in Miyakojima is too high!

The clarity of the sea on Miyako Island is by far the clearest among the other Okinawa islands!

This is because there are no large mountains or rivers on Miyako Island, which means that sediment does not flow into the sea and the number of plankton, which causes turbidity, is low.

Because Miyako Island is in an environment where plankton does not easily proliferate, the clarity of the sea is much higher than on other remote islands such as Ishigaki Island.

 

Children can also enjoy it together!
Lots of spots for beginners.

Because Miyako Island was formed by the uplift of coral reefs, coral reef shallows extend from 200m to 300m offshore from the shore, and tropical fish and other fish that congregate in the coral reefs can be observed just a few meters from the beach.

A vivid underwater world spreads out from the beach to a shallow point, so even those who are not good swimmers or children can enjoy it.

 

When is the best time? Snorkeling season

Tropical Miyako Island is relatively warm throughout the year,Water temperature is over 20 degrees Celsius even in winterThe area has a large number of snorkelers, so you can enjoy snorkeling all year round if you wear a wetsuit!

In summer, except for typhoons, the weather is stable and offers pleasant snorkeling.

Winter is also a good time to visit, as there is less plankton in the water, which increases the clarity of the water☆.

 

Miyako Island Recommended Snorkeling Spots

Typical snorkeling points on Miyako Island include Yaebise, Aragusuku Beach, and Shigira Beach.

You don't have to go offshore by boat to Miyako Island,Many beaches for snorkeling.The snorkeling is a great way to experience the world of snorkeling. First-time snorkelers and small children can enjoy snorkeling from shallow water!

 

How to Choose Miyako Island Snorkeling Tour

Here are some things to look for when choosing a snorkeling tour.

 

Beach entry is recommended for first-timers.

There are two types of snorkeling tours: boat entry and beach entry.

Beach snorkeling is recommended for those who are anxious about snorkeling for the first time or for small children. Starting from shallow water, you can enjoy snorkeling while gradually getting accustomed to the water.

In Miyako Island, you can also meet coral reefs and sea turtles by beach snorkeling.

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Note the age range for participation!

Most snorkeling tours have age restrictions for safety reasons.

Note that the popular Yaebise area in particular has strict age restrictions.

Some plans have health checks and other submissions.Some plans are available for older participants.Please feel free to contact us for more information.

 

Compare guide qualifications and other services

Once you have cleared your age, check the tour features.

Each tour has different points of interest, such as support by an instructor certified in water rescue, a tour with a high probability of encountering sea turtles, or a tour with free photo service.

 

Take advantage of private tours!

For those who are anxious about snorkeling or want to enjoy snorkeling in a private setting, snorkeling tours with a private guide are recommended.

The guide was very supportive and allowed us to snorkel at our own pace without worrying about other participants.

↓Click here for recommended snorkeling charter tours.

 

Book with other activities and save!

Some snorkeling tours are not only stand-alone snorkeling tours, but are also combined with other activities such as canoeing and SUP.

If you are interested in other tours,A set tour is definitely more economical than booking each one separately.You can make a reservation at

 

Recommended snorkeling tours in Miyako Island

The following are recommended snorkeling tours carefully selected by our local resident staff!

Please take a look at it for reference.

Miyako Island Snorkeling RankingClick here

 

Taste one of the best transparency in Japan!
Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour

It takes about 2 hours and is easy to enjoy, and you can snorkel while getting used to the shallow beach,Recommended tours for beginnersIt is.

Tours will be held at the best spots of the day, depending on the weather.

The guides are very familiar with the sea turtle encounter points,You can swim with sea turtles and take two shots with them.

Free underwater photos are also a nice touch!

 

100Swim with more than 2 kinds of fishes!
Beach Snorkeling Tour

Nakanoshima Beach has many shallow areas with more than 100 species of corals and an abundance of tropical fish.Area with calm waves in the coveThe sea is teeming with life, so even those who are not good swimmers and small children can enjoy simply floating around in the water.

This tour is especially recommended for snorkeling beginners, as it also offers a view of beautiful tropical fish, including Disney's popular bears and bright bluefin tuna!

note (supplementary information) symbolThe event may be held at a different beach depending on the weather.

 

Held in Yaebise (Yabiji)!
Half-day boat snorkeling tour

Boat snorkeling at Yaebise (Yabiji), famous for the largest table coral in Japan. Board a snorkeling boat from Ikema Island and head for Yaebise, where colorful coral reefs grow in clusters,Impressed by the dynamic scenery, which is worth seeing.I will do so.

Sea turtles are seen less frequently than in other areas, but if you are lucky you can see them. Even elementary school students can participate, so many people with children often join the tour.This is a popular area, so please make reservations as soon as possible!

↓If you want to enjoy 3 or 4 points, click here.

 

Blue Cave & Villasstar
2Point Boat Snorkeling Tour

This is a boat snorkeling tour to two of the most popular snorkeling sites on Irabu Island: the Blue Cave and Bijas.

The Blue Cave Villas are,A point where you can enjoy complex topographyand can only be reached by boat, so participation in a tour is a must.

When we arrived at the Blue Cave area, we stopped the boat and snorkeled to the Blue Cave. Near the entrance of the cave, we came across a large school of lanternfishes swimming around,The mysterious world surrounded by deep blue color is inevitably impressive.It is!

As you proceed through the cave and look back, you will see the sunlight shining crystal blue from the entrance of the cave, creating a fantastic sight. It is very beautiful, so be sure to take a commemorative photo.

↓Click here for a combination tour with diving experience.

 

A power spot on Miyako Island!
Pond of Reincarnation Snorkeling Tour

This snorkeling tour explores the power spot "Rinne Tensei no Ike (Pond of Reincarnation)" on Shimoji Island, Miyako Island.

The tour starts from Obiwa, a giant rock with an overwhelming presence, and then continues to Doriike, a natural monument, and Nabesoko, where the three deities are said to reside.

The Pond of Reincarnation is surrounded by blue light, and mysterious photographs can be taken from the bottom of the pond.

You can enjoy listening to the commentary of a guide who knows the local area very well.

 

Enjoy the spectacular beaches!
SUP/Canoe & Snorkeling Tour

This tour offers SUP or canoeing and sea turtle snorkeling.

Canoeing is a popular activity that originated in Hawaii, where people ride a board and paddle on the surface of the water. SuchEnjoy a set of Miyako Island's most popular activities!The following is a list of the most common problems with the

This tour allows you to fully enjoy the Miyako blue colored by beautiful coral and tropical fish.

 

SUP/Canoe & Snorkeling Tour

This plan allows you to enjoy SUP or canoeing and snorkeling in 1.5 hours each!

 

The best power spot in Miyako Island
Pumpkin Cave & Snorkeling

This plan includes sea turtle snorkeling and caving in the Pumpkin Cave, one of the most famous power spots on Miyako Island.

The Pumpkin Cave is a symbolic power spot with a pumpkin-shaped stalactite that sits at the entrance, and is entered by kayak and swim to explore the cave. Because the entrance is submerged in the sea, it can only be visited at low tide.

Caving in the Pumpkin Cave isA special experience unique to Miyako Island.So, it is a must-see activity after snorkeling!

 

You can't go wrong if you book this one!
Miyako Island Complete Tour

This full-day tour allows you to experience up to four activities, including snorkeling.

This is a very satisfying plan that allows you to enjoy the nature of Miyako Island to the fullest with SUP, canoeing, snorkeling, and caving.

The program is popular with families with children and is also suitable for first-timers such as snorkeling, so please consider it.â

 

It can be enjoyed for the first time!
Snorkeling & Diving

This tour includes snorkeling and diving.

After getting used to the sea by snorkeling,Recommended for beginners who want to try diving.It is.

Diving deeper than snorkeling allows you to get closer to the ocean floor, but it also allows you to find fish hidden among the coral and observe the undersea topography up close.

Rest assured that your guide will escort you to your destination.

↓Click here for dives that can be enjoyed with a full face mask.

 

Observe the mysterious world of the Blue Cave!
Glass Boat & Snorkeling

A glass boat with a transparent glass bottom cruises around the Blue Cave, and visitors enjoy snorkeling in the cave.

Irabu Island has one of the clearest waters in the Miyako Archipelago,You can see down to a depth of 40m, which is the outreef.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

On the way to the Blue Cave while admiring the beautiful Ila Blue, you will be able to observe the undersea topography and marine life.

The blue world is already spreading from the surrounding area, and as you enter the cave, it gets darker and darker, and there are swarms of nocturnal lanternflies. This is an exciting and thrilling tour that offers an extraordinary experience.

↓Click here for glass boat and kayak experience in the Blue Cave.

 

An exhilarating experience on the best beach in the East!
Marine Sports & Snorkeling

This tour offers a marine sports experience at Yonaha Maehama Beach, which is said to be the most beautiful beach in the East, and snorkeling at a point where you can meet sea turtles.

Marine sports on a spectacular beach areExhilaration and thrill beyond imaginationcan be tasted.

Banana boats and big marbles, jet skis, bandwagons, wakeboards, and more are available to relieve daily stress by taking to the seas!

 

Freedom in the sea!
Scooter & Snorkeling Tour

Explore the ocean with an "underwater scooter" that you hold by the handlebars and press a button to advance.

You can observe three times the area of the ocean than normal snorkeling, so you can fully enjoy the beautiful underwater world of Miyako Island!

Since this is a private tour, we can enjoy it at our own pace without worrying about other participants.

 

The best way to end the day☆.
Sunset kayaking & snorkeling

This tour includes sea turtle snorkeling and sunset kayaking.

You can spend an exquisite moment while watching the sunset on the horizon and the golden sea of Miyako Island from the sea.

You can join not only before sunset kayaking, but also in the morning for snorkeling, afternoon for sightseeing, and evening for kayaking, depending on your itinerary!

 

Recommended for the last day of travel!
Sunrise sup/canoeing & snorkeling

This tour includes early morning SUP/canoeing and sea turtle snorkeling.

Get a great start to the day with a view of the sunrise as it peeks out from the ocean.

The snorkeling finishes around 10:30, so this is recommended for those who want to play until the last minute on the last day!

 

Let's go take a peek at the fantastic sea night!
Night Snorkeling

This tour, which includes snorkeling in the ocean at night, is offered only from April to October.

The sea at night, where nocturnal insects and sea fireflies shine, is a different world from the daytime!

In the clear waters of Miyakojima, you can see the sleeping faces of fish by shining a light on them.

Floating on the sea at night, the star-filled sky is also beautiful and moving.

 

Generous support & private space☆☆.
Guided Charter

Rent out a guide.At our own pace.Snorkeling is available.

We will do our best to accommodate your requests for location, time, etc., so you can discuss any concerns in advance.

Enjoy snorkeling in a private space!

 

A luxurious experience in the sea of Miyako Island!
Charter a boat

We recommend "one boat charter" when you want to enjoy Miyako Island privately, such as company trips, event launches, special anniversaries, etc. A complete set of snorkeling equipment is available for rent.

Enjoy the luxury of a spacious sofa and comfortable music while snorkeling on a luxurious ship.Whenever you want, as much as you want.Also enjoy the sea of Miyako IslandYou can do so.

 

What to bring and wear for snorkeling tours

Please wear a swimsuit or comfortable clothes for the snorkeling tour.

The sun on Miyako Island is very strong, so wear sunscreen and a rash guard to avoid exposing skin,UV protection is essentialIt is.

Also, for boat snorkeling, if you are prone to motion sicknessIt is recommended to bring anti-sickness medicineIt is.

 

summary

How about the features of snorkeling in Miyako Island, snorkeling spots, and recommended tours?

Miyako Island is dotted with snorkeling spots, including areas famous for their coral reefs and beaches where you can swim with sea turtles. Please find the snorkeling tour that suits you best and enjoy the beautiful underwater world of Miyako Island.

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