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[Onna Village, Okinawa] Snorkeling Boat Tour to the Blue Cave! Includes free GoPro rental and 8 great free perks
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About 2 hours
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2 person(s) or more
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5 yrs or older
Plan Overview
The Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour at Cape Maeda is a marine activity where you’ll don a mask, snorkel (a device that allows you to breathe while submerged), and fins, along with a life jacket and wetsuit. You’ll float gently on the water’s surface while peering into the sea to enjoy tropical fish and the stunning scenery of the Blue Cave.
People of all ages, from 5 to 59, can enjoy this together.
Highlights
1. Instructors provide guidance. It’s safe for small children and those who aren’t strong swimmers. We’ve guided over 350,000 people and have over 1,300 Google reviews.
2. We’ll take you to the Blue Cave effortlessly via a dedicated boat entry.
3. We’re a large shop located in Onna Village. Our facility is clean and fully equipped.
4. Free GoPro rental for high-quality photos and videos
5. We take you to spots where you can clearly see plenty of tropical fish and coral reefs
6. Same-day reservations accepted
7. All you need to bring is a swimsuit and sandals
8. Our sauna facility is now open. Enjoy “sauna activities” and comfortable diving in a warm environment, even during Okinawa’s cooler months (reservation required)
■ Snorkeling Course Information
1. You will be guided by certified instructor guides.
We provide thorough safety support.
With detailed explanations and personalized support for each participant, even snorkeling beginners and families with children can participate with peace of mind and comfortably enjoy the ocean.
2. A smooth boat ride to the Blue Cave
Board the boat at Onna Village Port and arrive at the Blue Cave after a roughly 5-minute cruise.
Even if you’re unsure about swimming, you can rest assured as our expert guides will assist you with snorkeling gear and life jackets.
We’ll guide you so you can fully enjoy the Blue Cave with “safety and peace of mind” as our top priorities.
3. Onna Village’s Largest Facility: A Clean, Well-Equipped Shop
Located in the tropical paradise of Onna Village, our shop offers a comfortable and clean environment, complete with a dedicated parking lot, private heated showers, and a powder room. We’ve created a space where you can feel at ease.
You can comfortably prepare for the tour or relax before and after your adventure.
4. Free High-Quality Photos and Videos from GoPro and TG Series Cameras—No Limit on Quantity!!!
We provide an unlimited number of high-quality photos and videos taken with our cameras.
For those who wish, we can transfer the footage to your smartphone on the spot.
You can view them immediately after the tour ends, creating lasting memories.
5. We provide a safe and secure experience
In addition to snorkeling at the Blue Cave, you can enjoy observing tropical fish and coral reefs.
~Excellent access! We guarantee a comfortable tour experience~
▼Facilities (All Free)
Large parking lot / Private heated showers, outdoor showers
Separate men’s and women’s changing rooms / Separate men’s and women’s restrooms / Lockers for valuables
Hair dryers for women / Powder room
8 Great Benefits
1. Free equipment rental (wetsuit, fins, mask, life jacket)
2. Free rental of underwater cameras, GoPro, and TG series
3. Heated showers, changing rooms (separate for men and women)
4. Free parking
5. Restrooms (separate for men and women)
6. Free bath towels
7. Lockers with keys and free use of facilities
8. Prescription masks available
Licensed by the Okinawa Prefectural Police as a “Maru-Yu Business Establishment” with an “18-year accident-free” track record
Registered as guide divers, water rescue personnel, and certified divers
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- Start Time
- 08:00 / 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 15:30
- What to bring
- ●What to Bring
Swimsuit, flip-flops
SD card (only if you’d like to receive digital photos)
*SD cards are also available for purchase at the shop for 2,000 yen. - Participation Requirements
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◯・This event is open to physically and mentally healthy individuals aged 5 to 59.✖* You may not participate if you have been drinking alcohol. Pregnant guests are also not permitted to participate.
※ Guests currently taking medication are not permitted to participate.
※ Guests with a current or past medical history are not permitted to participate.
(Examples: Guests with or who have had conditions such as epilepsy, high blood pressure, pneumothorax, hyperventilation, heart disease, diabetes, asthma, or who are currently taking medication for treatment.)
※ We cannot safely guide guests with autism or hearing impairments (including those using hearing aids), so we cannot accept reservations from such guests.
* We are unable to safely guide guests with disabilities, as we do not have specialized staff.
* If our staff determines that we cannot safely guide you, we will have to refuse your participation even if you arrive on the day of the tour.
* Wetsuit sizes are limited. Men weighing 100 kg or more and women weighing 75 kg or more are not eligible to participate. - Min. Persons to Book
- From 2 person(s)
- Regarding the operating of the activity
- ・We may need to change the snorkeling location due to deteriorating sea conditions.
・Prescription masks are available. Please let our staff know if you would like one.
・Cancellations made the day before incur a 50% charge; same-day cancellations incur a 100% charge.
・We do not charge cancellation fees for cancellations caused by natural disasters (such as typhoons or earthquakes).
Price
Base Cost
Included in the base cost
Boat fare, equipment rental, insurance, GoPro rental
Cancellation Policy
1 day prior: 50% of the experience fee
On the day of the experience: 100% of the experience fee
No-show: 100% of the experience fee
Payment Method
Online Payment: Any of the following credit cards or pay later services
Access
- Meeting Point
- Meet at activity location⇒Blue Ocean Store
159-4 Maeganeku, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
- Parking
- 【For Those Arriving by Car】
・Please use the “Maeganeku Fishing Port Parking Lot.” It is about a 1-minute walk.
*Map Code: 206 096 020*31
(Parking Lot Map: https://blue-cave.com/place.html)
・Approximately 10 minutes by car from the “Ishikawa Interchange” on the Okinawa Expressway
・Approximately 1 hour each from Naha Airport, downtown Naha, and downtown Nago via the expressway
【For those arriving by bus】
・About a 2-minute walk from the “Maeganeku” bus stop on the Okinawa Route Bus - About Meeting Point
- Please arrive at the store 10 minutes before the start time.
Time Schedule
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[Meeting Point & Registration]
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Please arrive at the store 10 minutes before your scheduled time. You may use any form of public transportation to get here. Next, please fill out the registration form and complete the health check. After that, we have lockers available for you to store your valuables.
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[Preparing for the Experience / Travel]
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Once you’re ready, we’ll head to the harbor, where we’ll give you a snorkeling briefing on the boat. We’ll provide a thorough and detailed explanation using actual equipment so that even first-timers can enjoy the experience with confidence. The Blue Cave is only about a 5-minute boat ride from the harbor, so even those prone to seasickness can relax.
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[Let's Give It a Try♪]
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Once you’ve put on your gear on the boat, slowly enter the water. The instructor will be holding a large float, so even if you can’t swim, there’s no need to worry.
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As you venture deeper into the Blue Cave and look back, a mystical scene unfolds before you.
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Not only that, but you’ll also get to see beautiful coral and cute clownfish!
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[Ended / Disbanded]
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We’ll head back to the shop, take a shower, change clothes, and then call it a day.
Note
・Due to deteriorating sea conditions, we may need to change the snorkeling location for safety reasons.
・Prescription masks are available. Please let our staff know on the day of your tour if you would like to use one.
・Cancellations made the day before the tour will incur a 50% charge; cancellations made on the day of the tour will incur a 100% charge.
・We do not charge cancellation fees for cancellations caused by natural disasters (such as typhoons or earthquakes).