Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking
Overview
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2 hours
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★Top Popular Spot! Pumpkin Limestone Cave
Go caving in "Pumpkin Hall," famous for its rare pumpkin-shaped stalagmite! Since we access the cave by canoe, you can enjoy two major activities in a single tour. Climb, explore, and fully immerse yourself in this mystical world using your whole body. There is even a thrilling dive spot at the end for ultimate fun!
*We recommend wearing leggings or rash guards.
★Free Photo Data Present!
During the tour, your guide will take high-quality photos of you using a professional waterproof camera. All photo data will be given to you for free!
★Beginners Welcome
First time? No problem! Our friendly, expert guides will fully support you so everyone can enjoy the adventure safely.
★We are committed to eco-friendly, sustainable tours.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting and dismissal times may change depending on the season and field conditions. The shop will contact you with details the day before.
Tours operate in the rain but may be canceled if field conditions are determined to be unsafe.
Please change into clothes that can get wet before arriving at the meetup location.
Please use the restroom before arriving, as there are no facilities available near the site.
Please be sure to contact us in advance if you are going to be late.
The acceptable age range for participants is 7 to 59 years old.
The tour schedule may change if the tide level reaches 90 cm or higher.
Featured photos are from the past; currently, photography inside the cave is restricted to the entrance area only.
Direct meetup may be required depending on bookings. If you wish to request pickup, please contact us after reservation completion.
Those under the influence of alcohol or experiencing a hangover
Those with respiratory diseases (such as asthma)
Those with mental or neurological conditions (epilepsy, dementia, developmental disorders, panic disorder, etc.)
Those with cerebrovascular diseases
Those with physical disabilities
Those with diabetes
Those weighing 100 kg or more
Guests with hearing or visual impairments cannot participate alone. You must be accompanied by a helper or interpreter, and please consult us in advance.
If you have other medical conditions, a fever, or injuries, you generally cannot participate. If symptoms are minor and you still wish to join, you must notify us in advance.
What To Expect
Explore the mysterious "Pumpkin Hall" cave, a sacred Ryugu myth site in Miyakojima! Enjoy a scenic canoe ride across emerald waters, then step inside a hidden limestone world for an unforgettable caving adventure. 【What You Will Experience】 Canoeing: Meet your guide at the field and paddle a canoe toward the hidden cave entrance. Caving & Jumping: Discover the giant pumpkin-shaped limestone and enjoy a thrilling dive into the natural pool! Return: Paddle back to the field for a smooth dismissal. 【Sample Timeline】 09:30 / 13:30 – Meet at the field. 09:45 / 13:45 – Canoe experience begins. 10:00 / 14:00 – Arrive at Pumpkin Hall & start caving. 11:00 / 15:00 – Caving ends. 11:15 / 15:15 – Resume canoeing. 11:30 / 15:30 – Tour ends & dismissal. *Times vary daily depending on tide and weather. 【Important Notes】 Details: Meeting details will be emailed by 18:00 the day before. Restrictions: Ages 7–59 only. No pregnant women, children (0-6), medical conditions, or over 100kg. Prep & Safety: Life jackets are mandatory. No restrooms at the field. No alcohol. Photography inside the cave is restricted to the entrance area only. Guided in English/Japanese.
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Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking
What‘s Included
Participant-exclusive coupon page (for restaurants, etc.)
Caving equipment rental
Canoe equipment rental
Wetsuit (Available in winter)
Free photo data
Activity fee, Liability insurance, and Consumption tax
Safety gear (Life jacket and water shoes)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
92 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Guide Takuro is a nice guide
巧耘孫,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide Takuro is really good and interesting person.
Fun adventure, be prepared
vibhore j,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00This hidden gem in Miyako is an absolute must if you love adventure and don’t mind getting a little outside your comfort zone. Expect climbing, jumping, canoeing, and navigating rocky terrain—water shoes are a must. The highlight? A roughly 15-foot jump into crystal-clear water. It looks intimidating at first, but once you do it, the adrenaline rush is worth it—my 10-year-old did it and came out absolutely stoked. Some sections of the climb can be slippery, but there are ropes to hold onto and the guides are right there helping the entire way. They spoke enough English to make everything easy and reassuring. This isn’t a laid-back sightseeing tour—it’s for people who want a little excitement and a memorable experience. One tip: try not to be the last group heading back. The tide dropped on our return and we ended up dragging our canoes through shallow water, which definitely took away from the magic a bit. My feet soles still hurt from the sharp rocks. If you’re looking for something active, adventurous, and way more memorable than the typical tourist stop, this one delivers.
poor communication
Rtss61,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00They cancelled the first day due to weather. Rescheduled in 2 days. I woke up early, drove all the way down to their camp. To find out they cancelled again. They gave me option to do regular snorkeling at diff beach or refund. I opted for complete refund - I wasn't going to pay the full price to do a simple snorkeling trip Would have appreciated messaging the night prior for cancellation.
Great time
Nomad23565046204,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a really great tour guided be the Blonde Surfer Brother 🤙 The Pumpkin Cave is definitely worth a visit, i can fully recommend. 😃
I’ve been to many...
Mindy O,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’ve been to many limestone caves before but this is by far the most unique one! We kayaked to the cave and explored inside which felt very sacred. The pumpkin was quite impressive. Our guide Fuka was sooo friendly and her English was great! She was so knowledgeable. 10/10 will recommend
Fun and mysterious cave experience
Departure21901860278,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There are not many Korean reviews of Pumpkin Caves, so I had a long family and had a lot of fun. Everyone was kind to explain and I thought it was nice to see the mysterious cave. To have a special experience, try it.
Amazing!
352virginiaj,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's so worth it! The cave is giant, beautiful and full of corners. Our guide Fuka helped us at all times to make the tour safe, respectful of the cave and fun. Besides, he explained a lot of things about the cave.
PiPi adventure - Pumpkin Cave
Nomad48339555796,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a good time despite the rain that was making big waves. Fuka was a very good guide. She explained everything very well, her English was very good. The pumpkin cave was superb (no spoil how it ends)
Unforgettable experience in Miyakojima
Connector45969768148,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really great experience from start to finish. It's definitely one of the best activities I've ever participated in and I really recommend it. I especially want to thank my coach and guide, FUKA. She was truly amazing, full of passion, energy and a positive vibe, always caring and courteous for us. I was very good at English and communication was smooth, and I was very good at taking pictures and I was able to leave many beautiful memories. The cave exploration in Namgoudong is very thrilling and worth joining. I was truly touched by the greatness of Mother Nature, as I was able to visit a sacred place where history and nature come together. Sea kayaking was also a great fun experience, enhancing communication and physical strength with my peers. The overall schedule and flow of activities are very well planned and I think it is the best experience on Miyako Island, Okinawa. Once again, thank you very much, FUKA. Of all the activities I took part in on this trip, it was definitely the best guide I had. With this unforgettable memory in mind, we are going back to Paris. Peter & Charles
Highly recommended trip
Tour64853248275,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We chose the canoe & clock cave adventure, although the weather today is bad, but very fun (maybe because the bad weather, but better fun)! And I was fortunate to participate in this event before the bell mill becomes a protected area! Coach Fuka and Zhao are friendly, keep smiling, and the strength is very great (we can pull the whole team to the climbing part of the rock hole), so that people are very comfortable, and very professional to introduce us to the bell hole, highly recommended! Those who recommend visiting Mako Island must take this trip!
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