- Features of this plan
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Limited time offer for this season! Special Campaign ☆☆☆★Only for this season!Join our popular plan at a great price☆!
In addition, if you choose "Local Payment" and apply now, you can get 200 yen off!
A great experience filled with the charm of Miyako Island!
Choice of SUP or Canoe & Snorkeling TourWhen in doubt, this is the one.This is the most popular plan! This is a very popular plan to enjoy SUP or canoeing and snorkeling in the blue ocean of Miyako Island.
On a spectacular beach representing Miyako Island, you will enjoy a cruising experience by either SUP, a hot new activity, or the popular canoeing.
Recommendations◆with free photo data
◆Free tour equipment rental included
◆All over Miyako IslandFree shuttle service included
◆Tour participant special page present
◆No cancellation fee until 6:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of participation
Total number of participants exceeded 300,000!
◆Supported by guides certified as water rescuers
Experience the clear, azure, sparkling sea!
Sea turtle snorkelingThis plan includes snorkeling to a point where there is a high probability of encountering sea turtles.
Not only sea turtles, but of course beautiful corals and fishes can be seen. Experience the world-class ocean!
Free photo data gift
During the tour, the guide will take your pictures with a special waterproof camera and present the data to you free of charge!
Guides are available to assist you.
The guides are allWater Rescuer CertificationWe will give you a slow and careful lecture. We will give you a slow and careful lecture, so children and those who are not good at swimming are welcome to join us!
⬇︎ for snorkeling tours by themselves.
Click here ⬇︎ for the SUP tour by itself.
Click here for ⬇︎ canoe tour by itself
- Reference Schedule
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Contents 6:00 9:30 13:30 Meet or pick up at local field
We will inform you of the meeting place the day before the event.6:30 10:00 14:00 The first activity start!
➡︎ Now it's time to start SUP or canoeing!7:30 11:00 15:00 End of first activity
Head to ➡︎ for a lunch break.8:00 11:30 15:30 Lunch break (please take on your own)
You can also ask your ➡︎ guide for recommendations!10:00 13:30 17:30 End of break! Regroup
Rejoin your guide at the local field in the afternoon at ➡︎.
The guide will inform you of the meeting place at that time.10:30 14:00 18:00 Second activity start!
➡︎ Enjoy the whole experience as much as you can until the end!12:00 15:30 19:30 End of second activity.
Dismissed or sent to ➡︎ local field. Thank you for your time!*The above is a guide only.
Subject to change depending on sea conditions and weather. - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (junior high school students and older) : 15,800 yen→13,500yen
Child (under junior high school) 12,500 yen
Infant (under elementary school age) 11,500 yenFee includes Experience fee, liability insurance, consumption tax, SUP/canoe set, snorkeling set, safety equipment (life jacket and special shoes), wetsuit (winter), photo data, participant-only benefit page (coupons for use at restaurants, information on popular spots)
Optional fee
Snorkeling mask with glasses (+1000 yen)
Please indicate in the remarks column when making a reservation.
*Contact persons are welcome to attend as they are.
Pick up and drop off
Guests staying in Miyakojima and Kurima Island areaFree pick-up and drop-off serviceOh my god!!!
(Pick-up and drop-off are also available at bus stops within the island)
Pick-up and drop-off service is not available in Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, and Ikema Island area.
*If you would like to request a pick-up service, please contact us using the reservation form.personal effects Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet, swimsuit (wear it beforehand), drink, sunscreen, towel, change of clothes Meeting and Dismissal Location Beaches in Miyako Island
*Details of the meeting time and location will be provided by the store the day before the tour.
*From Miyakojima AirportApprox. 25 min.Held at the location ofLocation Beaches in Miyako Island Holding period year round Opening Hours 6:00-12:00 / 9:30-15:30 / 13:30-19:30 Age Range 3-59 years old Number of participants 1-20 persons (21 persons or more on request) Reservation Deadline Tours starting at 6:00 a.m.: 20:00 the day before
Tours starting at 9:30 a.m.: by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the tour
Tours starting at 13:30: until 11:00 on the day of the tour*Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
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*6:00/13:30 course SUP/Canoe is the plan to see Sunrise and Sunset.
*Meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season and field conditions on the day of the tour. The store will contact you the day before the tour to inform you of the meeting place and time.
*Tours arerain or shineHowever, if we determine that the field is unsafe, we may cancel the tour. However, if we deem that the field is unsafe, we may cancel the tour.
*On safety standards,this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)We do not allow people who meet the following conditions to participate in our tours. Please be sure to check.
*Snorkeling takes you to spots where you have a high probability of seeing sea turtles, but we cannot guarantee that you will see 100% of them.
*A separate parking fee of 1,000 yen to 2,000 yen will be charged depending on the field.
About pick up and drop off
*Pick-up service is available for those staying in Miyakojima and Kurima Island area. Pick-up service is not available in Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, and Ikema Island area.
*Basically, pick-up service is available, but depending on reservations, we may ask you to meet us on site. Please note that pick-up availability will be decided the day before the tour.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the difference between the two?What is the meeting place and time?
The store will call you the day before the tour to inform you of the meeting time and place.
Q. What is the difference between the two?How should I dress?Clothes get wet on most tours.The following is a list of the most common problems with theThere is no particular specification,clothes that can get wet(swimsuits, rash guards, sportswear, etc.) are recommended.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Is there a place to leave my luggage?There is no place to leave them. Please keep them in the rental car. The local guide will hold the keys to your rental car for the duration of the tour.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Will the event be held even if it rains?The tour will be held even in the rain as long as safety is ensured. Except for special weather conditions such as typhoonsrain or shineThe field is a very good place to start. However, field conditions are subject to change due to various factors such as wind and waves as well as rain.
If these factors make the field unsafe on the day of the tour, we may cancel the tour even if the weather is clear. We ask for your understanding. We will contact you if the tour is cancelled.
Q. What is the difference between the two?What to wear and bring on the day of the event?Please wear a swimsuit, rash guard, sportswear, or other clothing that is easy to move in and dry off in advance.
You only need to bring two basic items: a drink and a towel. Please bring sunglasses and sunscreen if you have them!
- word of mouth
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98 total530代Month of posting: 2024/08
The activities on the spectacular beach were a lot of fun and we were thrilled to see sea turtles. The guides were friendly and safety was taken care of. I was happy to be provided with free photo data so that I could keep the memories. I would definitely participate again next time!
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540代Month of posting: 2024/08I am so glad I chose this plan, it was my first time for both SUP and canoeing, but thanks to the careful guidance of the guide, I was able to enjoy it. The experience of swimming with sea turtles was too amazing for words. I would like to participate again!
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430代Month of posting: 2024/08This tour, which my family participated in, was a great success! The kids were so happy to see the sea turtles. The guide was very kind, took great pictures, and the whole family enjoyed the tour. It was nice to have a break between the canoeing and snorkeling to catch our breath.
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430代Month of posting: 2024/08I was really looking forward to seeing the sea turtles and it was a wonderful experience that did not disappoint. The guide was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the marine life, and the options of SUP and canoeing are very appealing.
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530代Month of posting: 2024/07My family participated in the tour and everyone was very satisfied! The scenery while paddling the canoe through the ocean was fantastic, and the kids were so excited to swim with sea turtles while snorkeling. The guide was very kind and we enjoyed the tour safely. The gift of photo data was also a nice service. I would like to join the tour again when I come to Miyako Island!
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550代Month of posting: 2024/07Participating in the SUP/Canoe & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour in Miyako Island was the best decision of my life! The feeling of gliding through the ocean on the SUP was exhilarating, and snorkeling with the sea turtles afterwards was like a dream. The pictures taken by the guide were amazing and I was so proud to show them off to my family and friends!
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420代Month of posting: 2024/07I chose SUP and was able to fully experience the beauty of the sea of Miyakojima. The sea turtle snorkeling afterwards was also an experience beyond my expectations, and with the support of the guide, I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. I would like to join this tour again next time.
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520代Month of posting: 2024/06We joined the tour as a family and our little ones loved it. The guide was very kind and explained everything in a way that was easy for the children to understand. We had a great encounter with sea turtles and made great memories as a family. The photo data is a treasure!
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440代Month of posting: 2024/06Only this tour allows you to enjoy both SUP and sea turtle snorkeling at the most beautiful beach in Miyako Island. Especially the SUP at sunset was breathtaking. The pictures taken by the guide were the best memory of this tour.
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520代Month of posting: 2024/03SUP and snorkeling were both fun!
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430代Month of posting: 2024/03This tour was a wonderful experience to fully enjoy Miyako Island! We enjoyed canoeing and snorkeling with beautiful sea creatures. The guide was very kind, we were able to enjoy the tour safely, and they gave us photo data to keep our memories. I am very satisfied!
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530代Month of posting: 2024/03I was lucky enough to join the tour during the special spring sale. The price was reasonable and we were able to enjoy the beautiful sea of Miyako Island. Especially the sea turtle snorkeling was a great experience. The free photo data is also a great service!
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530代Month of posting: 2024/02I joined the afternoon session. The snorkeling was so enthralling that it didn't take long to get going! The sunset and SUP were so comfortable, just lying on the board and drifting on the sea. Thank you for a great time.
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520代Month of posting: 2024/01I will never forget the calmness of the ocean on the SUP and the excitement of swimming with sea turtles. I felt that nature is amazing. I was able to take a lot of pictures and have wonderful memories.
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430代Month of posting: 2024/01This is my first SUP experience! I joined the first session in the morning and it was great to SUP on the spectacular Miyakojima beach on a fresh morning. The snorkeling afterwards was also wonderful and I was able to enjoy the beautiful ocean world.
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530代Month of posting: 2023/12The sea was crystal clear and the experience of swimming with sea turtles was an experience of a lifetime. The guides were extremely kind and were happy to provide us with free photos. I recommend this wonderful tour for families and couples to enjoy Miyako Island to the fullest!
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530代Month of posting: 2023/10I liked that we could choose between SUP and canoeing. I chose the canoe and the scenery while paddling in the calm waters was fantastic. The snorkeling experience was also beyond my expectations!
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520代Month of posting: 2023/10I was very happy to be able to do both SUP and snorkeling! Paddling into the ocean was exciting, like entering the world of One Piece! The ocean was also beautiful with all kinds of fish and corals!
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520代Month of posting: 2023/09I experienced SUP and sea turtle snorkeling in Miyako Island. Swimming with sea turtles in the clear and beautiful ocean was truly a lifetime memory. The guides were very kind and took a lot of pictures!
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520代Month of posting: 2023/05We made a reservation on the day of application due to the nice weather, and they were very courteous and guided us through the tour. I think they were busy during GW, but they were very flexible and accommodating! The tour guide was very cheerful during the tour, so I was able to enjoy SUP with my friends! I will definitely ask for your help again when I go back to Miyako Island!
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520代Submitted Month: 2023/04I enjoyed my first time in Miyako Island very much! Thank you for a wonderful and memorable experience of my life!
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530代Submitted Month: 2023/02I had a great time. I was able to rely on him to give me recommendations on where to go afterwards.
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530代Submitted Month: 2023/02It was quite cold at the time of year, but they lent us a complete set of wetsuits and life jackets, etc., so we felt warm when we swam. The waterproof case of my cell phone broke just before the tour started, so I couldn't take pictures by myself, but the guide shared pictures and videos with us. That is also so beautiful! That was a very good tour.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/09It was my first time in Okinawa, but thanks to the guide I had a lot of fun.
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520代Month of posting: 2022/08The guide, who was the epitome of sincerity and kindness, made me feel at ease.
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540代Month of posting: 2022/08We participated in canoe cruising and snorkeling. It was a lot of fun. I was surprised to see a moray eel for the first time! I was surprised to see a moray eel for the first time!
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540代Month of posting: 2022/08As expected, the encounter rate of sea turtles is high! I was able to meet immediately. Sea turtles were calm and did not run away when I approached.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08Sea turtles, corals, tropical fish! I am glad that my first snorkel was in Miyako Island!
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540代Month of posting: 2022/08This was my first sap experience! I thought it might be difficult, but it was surprisingly easy and effortless.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08The blue sky, blue sea, and white sandy beach were very beautiful.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08It was so cute to see a tiny sea turtle! I was lucky because it was not easy to see them!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08The combination of the white beach and the emerald green ocean was very beautiful. We are planning to come back to Miyakojima in the spring, so we hope to see you again then.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08I enjoyed snorkeling very much! I would definitely participate again!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08The sea turtles were in full bloom with their cuteness. I was very satisfied to see them eating!
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430代Month of posting: 2022/08We were able to see green turtles in the taimai! I also wanted to see a loggerhead turtle!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08I enjoyed snorkeling with sea turtles. Swimming with fish was fun.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/08I was able to enjoy the Miyako blue color with all my body!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/07The sap experience was great. I was able to work up a good sweat because I am not getting enough exercise. The snorkeling was a great way to see a wide variety of creatures, and it kept me in a great mood the whole time.
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440代Month of posting: 2022/06I have never seen such a beautiful ocean before! I want to do it again! I can only thank Yuki-san, our guide!
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540代Month of posting: 2022/06The view from the water was beautiful as a sup, but the world seen from under the sea by snorkeling was a different kind of beauty. It was great to be able to feel the creatures up close.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/06I was very impressed with how beautifully the photos were taken of both the sup and the snorkel!
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530代Submitted Month: 2022/05I was having trouble coming up with a schedule, so this kind of one-day plan was very helpful. They were very accommodating to our sudden schedule changes, and I frankly felt that they are a very kind tour company.
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430代Submitted Month: 2022/05We visited on the occasion of our third wedding anniversary. Since it was on Miyakojima that I proposed to her, I was glad to learn more about Miyakojima.
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530代Submitted Month: 2022/05It was my first time to experience kayaking and sea turtle snorkeling, so everything was new to me.
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540代Submitted Month: 2022/05I was able to fully enjoy the world-class ocean by kayaking and snorkeling.
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530代Submitted Month: 2022/05Sea turtles seem to breathe once every 20 minutes, and we were able to see them popping up from the kayak. It was fun to snorkel and swim with them!
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540代Submitted Month: 2022/05It was a great feeling to paddle in the clear water with a sap!
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540代Submitted Month: 2022/05Sea turtles seem to breathe once every 20 minutes, and we were able to see them popping up from the kayak. It was fun to snorkel and swim with them!
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530代Submitted Month: 2022/05There were so many sea turtles and they were so cute. I was healed by their sparkling eyes.
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520代Month of posting: 2022/04Sap and snorkeling are two of the most popular marine activities on Miyako Island. Both are fun, but I preferred snorkeling. I was able to meet not only sea turtles but also Nemo, which was a really precious experience for me! Thank you very much for your generous support and many pictures! Thank you very much for your generous support and many pictures!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/04Standing up on the sap is a little difficult at first, but once you get used to it, it is quite easy. If you get tired of snorkeling, the guide will pull you with a floatation device so you can enjoy snorkeling without any difficulty. The guide also took a lot of pictures, so we were able to enjoy ourselves! Thank you very much! Thank you for all the memories!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/04I think this is a luxurious plan to enjoy the sea of Miyako Island both from the top and from the inside. It is obviously beautiful from the top, but it is also very beautiful from the inside! There were lots of fish and sea turtles, and they were so cute!
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530代Month of posting: 2022/03There were four of us with our two children. Even though the children were small, they were well supported and we were all able to enjoy the tour safely! The guide was very funny, and although my children are usually shy, I am glad that they were able to enjoy the tour and get to know each other quickly! They got to know each other so well that they didn't want to leave.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/01My husband was angry because he forgot his camera, but the guide took a lot of pictures, for which I am very grateful.
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540代Month of posting: 2021/12I was impressed by the different faces of the sea I saw from the kayak and the sea I saw from the snorkeling underwater!
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540代Month of posting: 2021/11I appreciated the free photos. Usually with tours, you have to buy them at the end of the tour, but to have so many taken and for free was a really nice service.
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530代Month of posting: 2021/10Anyway, the sea was crystal clear, and when I kayaked, I could see fish swimming very clearly!
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520代Month of posting: 2021/09I attended this event with my family. My kids had been looking forward to it for a long time and were quite happy. It was cute to see them finding Nemo and chasing him around.
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410代Month of posting: 2021/09It was fun to swim with the sea turtles. It was great that we were able to take pictures together!
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420代Month of posting: 2021/08The instructor was very thorough and easy to understand. He was with me during the activity, so I was able to participate without any worries.
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530代Month of posting: 2021/08The view from the sup board was agonizing. The vividness of the marine life in the sea while snorkeling injected energy into my eyes. I would definitely come back again.
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520代Month of posting: 2021/08It was great to see sea turtles eating and hanging out on the coral reefs.
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510代Month of posting: 2021/08It was my first time to ride a SUP board! It was a lot of fun and we all had a lot of fun competing with each other!
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530代Month of posting: 2021/08This was my first time to try sumping, but the guide gave me a good lecture and I was able to stand up right away. I fell down once during the trip when I was not careful, but the guide was very cool and helped me out quickly! They took more pictures than I expected, so there was no need to bring a camera or anything! It was a lot of fun and I highly recommend this tour!
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520代Month of posting: 2021/08The sap is more stable than it looks, and anyone can handle it. Even if it is your first time to snorkel, the guide will give you a good lecture, so I think you can participate without any worries! Thank you very much!
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530代Month of posting: 2021/08As you would expect from a sea turtle snorkel, you can meet sea turtles, but you can also meet colorful fish! I was lucky enough to see sea turtles in the sup as well! The sup itself was fun and it was the most enjoyable day of my trip to Miyako.
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530代Month of posting: 2021/08If you come to Miyako Island, well, you can't miss this plan first of all. This is a luxurious plan to enjoy snorkeling and Sup in the Miyako blue ocean. If you want to do activities in Miyako, this tour is the best choice!
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510代Month of posting: 2021/07I was wondering what to do when I arrived at Miyako Island, so I was glad to know that this tour was a one-day plan. I'm glad she didn't get mad...
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520代Month of posting: 2021/06When I was observing the sea turtles, they were so cute with their round eyes. I had an image of a scary, rugged sea turtle, but I felt a sense of moe.
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520代Submitted Month: 2021/05Thank you for accommodating our last minute reservation. I really appreciate it. Thank you very much.
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530代Submitted Month: 2021/05The morning sup was great, but the daytime sup while watching the creatures was also quite nice! The contrast between the blue sky and the ocean was indescribable.
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530代Month of posting: 2021/04My daughter loved the guide. His smile was too handsome. He explained about the creatures when we were snorkeling and my daughter and I were learning together.
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520代Month of posting: 2021/03It was amazing that we happened to see sea turtles while paddling in a canoe in the ocean! Our guide took a picture of us over the sea turtles! Thank you very much!
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520代Submitted Month: 2020/10The instructor immediately rushed in and helped me out. He was so handsome inside and out that I fell in love with him lol. I will definitely go back again.
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530代Submitted Month: 2020/10You will definitely see sea turtles! It was my first time to join the tour and I found almost 10 lol. We had many pictures taken with sea turtles. It was the best memory I have.
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530代Submitted Month: 2020/10It was the right choice for my trip to Okinawa. The scenery, the creatures, and the guide were all ◎. It was our first trip since we got married and we wanted to cherish it, so it was the right decision. Thank you so much.
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520代Submitted Month: 2020/10I enjoyed seeing various creatures as they took us to different snorkeling spots!
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420代Submitted Month: 2020/10I would like to thank the instructor for taking pictures and giving us detailed explanations. They made it very exciting for us to enjoy. Thank you very much.
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530代Posted in 2020/09I had my doubts about the sea turtle encounter rate of 991 TP3T, as expected, but we were able to spot them as soon as we entered the sea. We were able to swim together and it was a fulfilling day.
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410代Posting Month: 2020/03Snorkeling with her! We found sea turtles together and took pictures together, it was great. I would like to come again with my girlfriend.
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420代Posted on 2020/02My first try on a sup board! It was surprisingly easy and fun to go forward while cutting the wind. It was great to see brightly colored fish swimming from the top of the board!
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510代Posting month: 2020/01The sea was truly world-class beautiful. All the creatures living there were beautiful, too.
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530代Posted Month: 2019/12The sea turtle snorkeling was great! It was very impressive to see sea turtles eating!
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430代Posted Mon: 09/2019I have been here three times now and I never get tired of it. Miyako Island has nothing but good things to offer. The scenery is great, the creatures are great, and the people are great.
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430代Posted Mon: 09/2019This was my first visit to Miyako Island and I joined this tour because it was highly rated. The content of the tour was good, but the guide was the best because he had a nice smile and was very kind.
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530代Posted Mon: 2019/08We found a green turtle and a hawksbill turtle! We didn't see any loggerheads, but we did see some predatory scenes, so it was a good experience.
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420代Posted Mon: 2019/08I tried sup for the first time and was very satisfied because I could not balance at first but soon got used to it and enjoyed rowing the oars!
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430代Posted Mon: 2019/08Everything was beautiful and cute, tropical fish swimming around bright red corals in the clear blue sea.
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550代Posted Mon: 2019/08This was the first time in my life that I had experienced both snorkeling and sap. Both guides were very professional, gave us detailed lectures, told us interesting stories, and were very knowledgeable and fun to be around. I would like to join the tour as an old man by myself, but they were very supportive without complaining. Thank you very much.
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510代Posted Mon: 07/2019There was a slight fear of the water, but after borrowing a wetsuit, it was obvious that I had more buoyancy and was able to swim more easily. Therefore, I was able to enjoy swimming.
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510代Posted Mon: 05/2018My goal of taking pictures with sea turtles came true right away, so I was a little out of sorts, but I was happy that the guide took the best pictures. I hope to take pictures with them again.
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| time zone | 6:00-12:00 / 9:30-15:30 / 13:30-19:30 |
| the time required | Approx. 6 hours |
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