Classic Day Tour in Northern Okinawa
About this experience
<p>Discover the natural beauty and iconic attractions of northern Okinawa on a full-day sightseeing tour starting from Makishi Park. Travel comfortably with a group while exploring stunning coastal landscapes, scenic islands, and one of Japan’s most famous aquariums.</p><br><p>During the journey, stop at the dramatic cliffs of Manzamo and admire breathtaking ocean views. Continue to the picturesque Kouri Island, known for its turquoise waters and beautiful island scenery.</p><br><p>The highlight of the tour is a visit to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium inside Ocean Expo Park, where you’ll have several hours to explore marine life exhibits and enjoy the surrounding park before returning to Naha.</p>
What to expect
<p>Your day begins at Makishi Park in Naha, where you will meet the tour group and board the vehicle. After departure, travel north along Okinawa’s scenic coastline toward your first stop, Manzamo, a famous cliff formation offering impressive views of the East China Sea.</p><br><p>Next, the tour continues to Kouri Island, a small but picturesque island known for its clear blue waters and relaxing atmosphere. Here you’ll have time to enjoy the scenery and take photos of the beautiful surroundings.</p><br><p>The main stop of the day is Ocean Expo Park, home to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. With around four hours to explore, you can discover fascinating marine exhibits, including massive tanks featuring whale sharks and manta rays. After the visit, the tour returns to Naha with drop-offs at DFS Galleria and the Prefectural Government Building.</p>
Highlights
- Enter the Kuroshio Ocean and watch 8-meter-long whale sharks and manta rays dance together!
- Step onto the coral cliffs and overlook the giant Elephant Trunk Rock plunging into the jelly sea!
- Groups depart every day, with a minimum of 4 people, and 1 person is accepted to register
- Kouri Island - God's Sapphire, the Heartbeat of Okinawa
Things to note
- Meeting point is Makishi Park in Naha at 08:00
- Admission to Manzamo and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is included
- Total time at Ocean Expo Park and the aquarium is approximately 4 hours
- Late arrivals at the meeting point will not be able to join the tour
- Tour ends with drop-offs at DFS Galleria and the Prefectural Government Building
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Ticket
Open dated ticket
No date required — visit anytime
Passengers
$37.68 each
$37.68 each
About this ticket
Discover Northern Okinawa's top attractions on this comprehensive day tour. Visit the scenic Manzamo Cliff, beautiful Kouri Island, and explore Ocean Expo Park with plenty of time at the world-famous Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. The tour concludes with convenient city drop-off.
What's included
- Visits to Manzamo Cliff
- Kouri Island tour
- Ocean Expo Park exploration
- Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium visit
- City drop-off
Practical info
Tour duration: approximately 10 hours 45 minutes (08:00 – 18:45)
How to redeem
Meet at Makishi Park at 08:00 AM. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early as late arrivals may not be able to join the tour.
Important notes
- Late arrivals may not be able to join the tour
Full-day tour visiting Manzamo Cliff, Kouri Island, and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Open dated ticket
No date required — visit anytime
Passengers
$37.68 each
$37.68 each



