Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa
Overview
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2 hours
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In addition to mangroves, the Hijagawa River is home to many cute creatures such as small crabs and gobies, as well as plants that give you power.
It's a calm river where children as young as 2 years old can participate, so you can see nature up close.
Recommended for everyone from children to the elderly!
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《Don't worry if it's your first time! 》
A thorough lecture on how to hold the paddle, how to operate the kayak, and tips on how to proceed successfully.
The guide will kindly tell you things to be careful about when getting on and off, and anything you don't understand.
《All necessary equipment is free to rent! 》
Life jackets, sandals, towels, hats, waterproof cases, and rain gear are available for rent (^^)
You can participate anytime as long as you wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet!
《Held in Kadena town with good access》
Kadena Town is 45 minutes by car from Naha.
Access is also good, taking only 25 minutes from the Onna village area!
It's right off the main road, National Route 58, so it's easy to find the way and it's hard to get lost.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Age limit: 2 to 84 years old
Preschool children must be accompanied by someone over the age of 18.
In the case of elementary school students, please be accompanied by a junior high school student or older.
Junior high school students can participate.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guide fee, necessary equipment, insurance premium
What To Expect
There are five tours a day (9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00), and same-day reservations are also accepted. It takes two hours from meeting to disbanding, making it an activity that can be easily incorporated into your travel plans. When you arrive at the meeting place, you will check in, change clothes, practice paddling, and then start kayaking. Enjoy kayaking on the Hija River at your own pace while watching the mangroves for about an hour. After getting out of the kayak, you will change clothes and your guide will give you a photo of your memories. The Hija River, which can be enjoyed casually, has many attractions, including mangroves, cute creatures such as small crabs and gobies, and plants that give you energy. It is a calm river that children from 2 years old can participate in, so you can see nature up close. Recommended for everyone from children to the elderly! 《Please feel free to participate even if you do not speak Japanese》 We will support you thoroughly until the day of the reservation using the message function. Please feel free to contact us about tour-related matters and transportation on the day. During the tour, explanations will be given in English and other languages using flip charts, so you can enjoy the nature and culture of Okinawa. Let's create the best travel memories together!
Options
Mangrove kayak exploration tour! !
Duration: 2 hours: Time spent in the kayak is approximately 1 hour. The remaining hour is spent checking in, changing clothes, and paddle practice.
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A nice and peaceful kayak
Sigmund M,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was the only person in my group. Miku was very friendly and did a good job of explaining the local highlights, plants and animals with limited english. A nice and peaceful kayak.
Okinawa Kyaking
Gary M,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00Well organised, good guide, shown how to paddle if a newbie, photos taken along the way, very safety conscious, good for all standards of experience. Toilets and changing area and showers available if required. Route was okay, not the most interesting I've done but still enjoyable. Thank you.
Nice time
AntonioJesus Q,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
4.00It's a round trip. It was all right and fast. Minimum instruction and walk of just over an hour.
Anyone interested in action...
Lukas M,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Anyone expecting action here will not be happy. But it was a very nice and slowing activity. The tour guide was also very nice .
Great experience! The...
Janna N,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience! The nature and wild life we saw was really cool. I really was naive to some things I walk by daily.
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