Naha Airport 1 hr 2
Miyagi Island (1 hr 3) Relaxed, higher-elevation island with villages, plantations, beaches & clifftop views at Kafu Banta. Busena Marine Park (25 min) Attractions include an underwater observatory with 360-degree views & glass-bottom boat tours. Ryukyu Mura (28 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (31 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Ikei Island (1 hr 8) Small, picturesque island in Okinawa featuring diving, water sports & private beaches. Oodomari Beach (1 hr 9) Popular swimming beach on an island with broad, white sands, clear waters & snorkeling. Kyoda Rest Area (24 min) Roadside rest area with snack & souvenir shops, plus a dining area overlooking the sea. Cape Maeda (30 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Busena Marine Park Underwater Observatory (27 min) Marine park offering a shuttle bus, a pier with an underwater observatory & glass-bottom boat rides. Nago Pineapple Park (36 min) Theme park exploring the cultivation of pineapples via tours & tastings, with a cafe & gift shop. Hamahiga Island (59 min) Rugged island with beaches, fishing, hiking & camping plus a resort with a restaurant & views. Southeast Botanical Gardens (32 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. Cape Manzamo (22 min) Oceanfront rock formation shaped like an elephant's trunk, popular with tourists & photographers. Ginoza Rest Area (7 min) Rest stop with a massive playground & splash pad, plus eclectic eats, souvenirs & events spaces. Katsuren Castle (43 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. |