Okinawa Blue Cave SnorkelingInto the Blue with Your Own Guide
Snorkel at the Blue Cave in Onna for about 1.5 hours with a guide dedicated to your group. Equipment, photos and video are included. Before choosing a date, check the participation rules and what happens if sea conditions prevent a cave visit.
Participation rules and changes due to sea conditions
From age 6; check first if you are 60
The main GetYourGuide description gives an age range of 6–60, while its participation notes say 6–59. If you are 60, ask the operator before booking rather than assuming you can join.
Discuss health concerns beforehand
Some conditions prevent participation, including pregnancy and certain heart, respiratory or ear conditions. If you have an existing condition or concerns about your health, review the requirements and speak with the operator. You cannot join after drinking alcohol.
If the cave cannot be visited
The decision depends on sea conditions and whether the cave is open, as well as the weather. When the cave is closed or sea conditions are unsuitable, the listing offers an alternative beach experience, which you can accept or choose a full refund instead.
What's included and what costs extra
Included in the price
- Dedicated guide & insurance
Included in the activity price
- Wetsuit, mask, fins & life jacket
Included in the activity price
- Digital photos & video
Included in the activity price
Pay separately on site
- Parking
Extra: ¥100 per hour
- Hot shower
Extra: ¥200 (2 minutes according to the facility information)
Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring a towel and a change of clothes. Leave time after the activity to shower and change before heading to your next stop.
Meeting point and arrival time
Arrive 10 minutes before the start
Use the meeting pin in your booking confirmation. GetYourGuide identifies a white Toyota Land Cruiser as the meeting-point marker; also check the vehicle instructions for the day.
Check the meeting point for your booked option
The operator also runs options meeting at Cape Maeda's car park. Do not confuse your meeting point with a trip leaving from another port or with the business's registered address.
The map below shows the area around Cape Maeda's car park. For your actual meeting point, follow the pin in your booking confirmation and the instructions for the day.
The experience with your own guide
This option is offered by UNDA Snorkeling Club. Check how to use the equipment before setting off; a guide stays with your booked group during the experience.
Get ready before entering the water
Masks, fins, life jackets and other equipment are provided. If the equipment or breathing feels unfamiliar, tell the guide and practice before setting off. You can also discuss how comfortable you are with swimming before booking.
Let the guide take photos while you watch the sea
Digital photos and video from the experience are included. You can take home a record of your time in the water without bringing your own camera equipment. Check how to receive the files on the day.
'Private' refers to the dedicated guide. It does not give you exclusive use of the Blue Cave: other visitors will be in the cave and the surrounding sea.
Before you book
Does this give us exclusive use of the Blue Cave?
No. Your booked group has its own guide, but the cave is not reserved for you. Other tour participants also use the cave and surrounding sea.
Can I join if I am not a confident swimmer?
Equipment and guide support are available for beginners, but arrangements depend on your health and how comfortable you are in the water. If you cannot swim or are very anxious about entering the water, discuss this with the operator before booking.
Can I join at age 60?
GetYourGuide lists both 6–60 and 6–59 as the age range. If you are 60, contact the operator before booking and wait for confirmation that you can participate.
What happens if rain or rough seas prevent a cave visit?
The listing says the tour can run in the rain when sea conditions are safe. If the cave is closed or the sea is unsuitable, an alternative beach experience is offered; you can accept it or choose a full refund. Follow the instructions on the day.
Can I join in Japanese or English?
GetYourGuide lists Japanese and English guidance. Choose your preferred language on the booking page and check that it is available for your session.