Time zone
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Currency
Japanese Yen
1AUD = 109.33JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
9 hours
When departing from Sydney

Okinawa Prefecture
Okinawa, Japan’s southern island paradise, is famed for its turquoise seas, subtropical climate, and rich Ryukyu heritage. Beyond its stunning beaches, the main island offers world-class diving, vibrant coral reefs, and historic sites like Shuri Castle and the Nakijin and Nakagusuku Castle Ruins. Visitors can explore traditional villages, lush forests, and unique cultural experiences year-round. Okinawa’s food scene is equally captivating, featuring local specialties such as Okinawa Soba and slow-braised Rafutee. With its blend of natural beauty, history, and warm island hospitality, Okinawa promises an unforgettable journey in every season.
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Zoos & aquariums • Kunigami
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium Ticket
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★ 4.7
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Attraction passes • Kunigami
Okinawa FunPASS (Churaumi Series)
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Museums • Nanjo
Okinawa World Admission Ticket
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★ 4.7
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Zoos & aquariums • Tomigusuku
DMM Kariyushi Aquarium Ticket in Okinawa
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★ 4.7
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Zoos & aquariums • Okinawa
Okinawa Zoo & Museum Admission Ticket
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★ 4.8
(555) • 30K+ booked
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Tours • From Naha, Nakagami
Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Island, Cape Manza, & American Village Trip
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★ 4.7
(657) • 10K+ booked
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Tours • From Naha
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium & American Village Tour (Departure from Naha)
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★ 4.6
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$ 63.15
Outdoor & sports activities • From Naha, Nakagami
Okinawa Whale Watching Tour (Departure from Naha/Chatan Port)
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Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
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★ 4.4
(784) • 30K+ booked
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$ 53.05
Attraction passes • Itoman
Okinawa FunPASS (Value Series)
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★ 4.7
(1,912) • 90K+ booked
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Tours • From Naha
Okinawa Whale Watching: Choose from three departure points: Naha / Chatan / Motobu
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★ 4.7
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Tours • Naha
Okinawa sightseeing bus north-south route 1-day tour: Gyokusendo Cave, DMM Aquarium, Senaga Island & Cape Manza, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, American Village
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Transport in Okinawa Prefecture
Rail passes • From Okinawa
Okinawa Yuirail Naha Airport Digital Ticket
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★ 4.4
(1,371) • 10K+ booked
$ 7.40
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Car hire • Naha
Naha Car Rental | Rent a car for Naha Airport, Makishi Public Market, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, DMM Kariyushi Aquarium
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$ 26
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Car hire • Naha
Okinawa Car Rental | Rent a car for Gyukusendo, Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa World, Kokusai Dori, Shuri Castle
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Private airport transfers • Naha
Naha|Naha Airport Private Airport Transfer
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★ 4.7
(860) • 6K+ booked
$ 69.39
Car charters • From Okinawa
Okinawa Car Rental with Driver - Customized Itinerary to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium / Shuri Castle - Chinese/ English/ Japanese Speaking Driver
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★ 5.0
(46) • 600+ booked
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$ 252.89
$ 256.15
Buses • From Naha
Churaumi Aquarium Highway Roundtrip Bus Tickets
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$ 30.19
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Car hire • Ishigaki
Ishigaki car hire | Choose from multiple car models
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$ 54
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Rail passes • From Naha
Mihama American Village Line Bus Pass
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$ 18.29
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Car hire • Miyakojima
Miyako car hire | Choose from multiple car models
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$ 44
$ 54.99
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$ 11.89
Scooters & bikes • Naha
Electric-Assisted Bike Rental in Okinawa
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★ 4.8
(61) • 1K+ booked
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$ 10.99
Car charters • From Miyako-jima
Miyako Car Rental with Driver - Customized Trip to Sunayama Beach & Irabu Bridge
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$ 301.35
$ 332.95
Hotels in Okinawa Prefecture
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Hotels • Naha
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Naha-Omoromachi PREMIER
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★ 4.8
(94) • 50+ booked
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Hotels • Naha
Okinawa Hinode Resort and Hot spring Hotel
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★ 4.9
(544) • 50+ booked
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$ 153.98
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$ 105.18
Hotels • Kunigami
Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort
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★ 4.9
(1,025) • 50+ booked
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$ 195.62
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Hotels • Naha
Toyoko Inn Okinawa Naha Omoromachi Ekimae
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★ 4.9
(539) • 100+ booked
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$ 77.23
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Klook User
2025-09-05 10:10:33
Fantastic 5.0
very very good! the instructor was brilliant and spoke quite good english. his pictures were brilliant. would have appreciated more time in the cave but we only booked snorkling
클룩 회원
2026-01-12 01:06:39
Fantastic 5.0
Being January, the middle of winter, I was worried about the cold and hesitated, but I chose this tour and it was absolutely perfect! I received kind instructions via email and WhatsApp the day before the tour, and they provide all snorkeling equipment (mask, wetsuit, diving boots, and short fins), so all you need to bring is a swimsuit and towel. We met at the 2nd parking lot of Shigi beach, put on wetsuits, moved to the beach, listened to some precautions, and then entered the water to put on the remaining equipment. After receiving the meticulous service of providing anti-fog medicine for the snorkeling mask, the tour begins in earnest! The underwater environment is clear and clean, so you can enjoy it with a clear view!! I was able to spend a fun and happy time meeting sea turtles and tropical fish like Nemo while listening to the kind and passionate guide Mayu's skilled leading and guidance!!! In particular, guide Mayu showed great activity with excellent English skills and constantly checking the safety of the group, as well as leaving wonderful memories with amazing underwater photography, and it was a perfect experience with the added consideration of providing warm water after the tour!!!! Thank you Mayu! If you want to go on a snorkeling tour in Miyakojima, don't hesitate and apply here! Definitely!
Wannaphon *****
2025-12-26 15:54:17
Fantastic 5.0
I book this trip on Okinawa pass 76. aud for 2 activities, It’s a small group snorkeling( that’s sloth was only 6 people including me) that’s so nice , on that day was so windy so we can’t go snorkeling at Blue cave so we went to Ura-Meada beach nearby , still the great experience for my first snorkeling in Japan.
experience:for who are coming alone you I recommend to book via Okinwa pass to Join the group.
instructor: “Aka” so helpful and English fluently speaking.
location: who wants to put their belongings , you need to use coin locker, cost 200yen and only can open once.Once I don’t know it will take money when just open the locker so I end up with paying extra 400yen for locker 😫😫 I suggest to provided locker for the visitors would be nicer 😄,
Wen ****************
2026-02-02 11:17:42
Fantastic 5.0
Great experience, just need to head to the counter at the port and the staff will issue the ferry tickets accordingly. likewise when we reached Tokashiki Island, there was someone to pick us up. itinerary wise is quite relax as our snorkeling was at 12.30pm, so we had some time to spend at the beautiful beach since we reached around 10.15am. snorkeling experience was great too for a first timer like myself - all the equipment was provided and the instructors were experienced to show us where to look for turtles and fishes etc. was very lucky that the waters were clear and we could see many fishes too!
Klook User
2025-08-07 19:38:44
Fantastic 5.0
It was a bit confusing for the meeting point at the port since we arrived earlier at 8am. You need to wait near entrance of the parking lot for the staff to arrive around 8:15-8:20 with the boat and their blue NEWS shirt. Then, as we had booked parasailing, we had to leave with another company on another boat first. No toilet on this smaller boat, but they have a toilet on the bigger snorkeling boat. Once we were set, the experience for parasailing and snorkeling went smoothly. It was a great day with magnificent views over and undersea. The staff takes free photos with their phones/underwater camera for you. You can download them on their website afterwards which is a plus! Just be sure to have anti-nausea medication: the boat rides are very rough. We had no issue with safety. The snorkeling boat was well equipped.
Klook User
2025-11-07 09:30:06
Fantastic 5.0
This was an amazing experience!!! Mashi, our tour guide, was AMAZING from start to finish! He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took us to a great spot and the photos turned out fantastic!! you need to do this! 100/10 recommend!
Klook 用戶
2025-08-25 12:03:35
Fantastic 5.0
My family and I had a wonderful snorkeling experience. We saw many different kinds of fish,even sea snakes. Thanks to our tour guide,Akari. She did an amazing job. She showed us where the clownfish at and kept us safe during our tour.
KO *******
2025-08-28 11:36:56
Fantastic 5.0
It was a great experience, my first time scuba diving. I was a little worried at first, but with the coach's careful guidance and care, there were no problems at all, it was a lot of fun! There is a free parking lot near the meeting point, making parking convenient. The staff speaks English and Mandarin, so communication is not a problem. You don't need to bring an underwater camera, you can rent one there. The camera with SD card is ¥3000/session. They constantly help take photos and videos throughout the entire experience, and the SD card is given to you after you're done. In the water, the instructor leads the dive the whole time and is very professional. I would come back again if I have the chance!!!
bak ********
2025-10-13 01:35:24
Fantastic 5.0
I urgently booked a private snorkeling tour for my family, and this was the only place that had availability. I waited at the meeting point in the morning, and they arrived right on time. My whole family is scared of the water, and it was our first time snorkeling, so we were really worried. Plus, our guide was Taiwanese and didn't speak Korean, so I was concerned it would be difficult for him to take care of the adults, but he took such good care of us and was very kind. Our guide was Apong, and he was great at leading us comfortably without being overbearing! He speaks basic English and Japanese, so communication wasn't difficult.
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- 1 Okinawa Prefecture Water activities
- 2 Okinawa Prefecture Tours
- 3 Okinawa Prefecture Snorkeling
- 4 Okinawa Prefecture Cultural experiences
- 5 Okinawa Prefecture Outdoor & sports activities
- 6 Okinawa Prefecture Day trips
- 7 Okinawa Prefecture Workshops
- 8 Okinawa Prefecture Boat tours
- 9 Okinawa Prefecture Wildlife
- 10 Okinawa Prefecture Cruises
- 11 Okinawa Prefecture Paddleboarding
- 12 Okinawa Prefecture Kayaking