Shimoji Island Kayafa Beach Course Shimojishima・Nakanoshima Course

Inhabited by a variety of creatures and coral reefs,
We will take you to the natural sea "Kayafa Beach".

This is a natural beach : Nakanoshima Beach. But in the dialect of Miyako Island, it is called "Kayafa Beach". Here you can meet more than 100 kinds of coral reefs and more than 160 kinds of fish in the sea.
Diving Experience at a maximum depth of 7 meters, admiring dynamic terrain and calm coral reefs, it's like stepping into an aquarium. Slow diving is a very popular itinerary for families, because three generations of the family can experience the fun of diving together.

  • Shimojishima・Nakanoshima

    Kyafa Beach is the most representative premitive coast in Miyako Island, just like a natural aquarium. In this varied terrain, the in-reef is 7M depth. You can meet with hundreds of tropical fishes here. There are 6 kinds of clownfish around Japan, you can find 4 kinds of them in Kyafa Beach. Also, hundreds kinds of corals is living in this miracle coast. ECO Guide Café dedicate protecting this coast in Miyako Island in the past 20 years. The corals are sound growth here as usual. No feeding in this area, thus you can also observe the natural activity of the fishes here.

PickUp Points PickUp Points

  • Calm sea
    Suitable for the whole family to experience together

    The sea here is calm and easy to swim all year round, so even families with young kids and inexperienced people can experience it with confidence. We also have snorkeling equipment for kids ♪

  • This natural aquarium I've been guarding it
    for 25 years without knowing it.

    For 25 years, we have been guarding this touching sea with "NO TOUCH MANNERS", and strive to maintain the most primitive and natural ecosystem. In Okinawa, it is rare and precious to see the natural behavior of various fish and marine life.

  • All photos and videos are sent to you to share unforgettable experiences with friends

    If you want to keep the memories of the sea, leave it to our camera-loving coaches! The coaches will take a few more photos to record your wonderful time in Miyakojima☆

Course Outline Course Outline

  • Snorkeling course

    8,000yen (tax included) yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    5 years old and above can participate
    Over 60 need consultation
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

  • Snorkeling + Full Face Mask Slow Diving

    15,000 yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    8 years old and above can participate
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

  • Snorkeling + Scuba Diving Experience

    15,000 yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    10 years old and above can participate
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

Eco Tour Environmentally friendly eco tour where you can learn
about Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs

In the field of Eco Guide Cafe tours, you can enjoy observing fish swimming freely in their natural environment.In order to pass on the healthy coral reefs of Miyakojima Island to the next generation, we have made various efforts and taken measures.
In order to pass on the healthy coral reefs of Miyakojima Island to the next generation, we have made various efforts and taken measures.

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Fun Activities Activities to enjoy in Shimojishima Nakanoshima

  • Snorkeling

    You can experience and learn ecological snorkeling through ECO "No Touch Manner". You can also meet 4 kinds of clownfish in the sea!

    About snorkeling in detail

  • Full Face Mask Slow Diving

    Easier than snorkeling! A full face mask that won't get your face wet! Can breathe like on land! This is a fantastic diving experience. Slowly appreciate the underwater world brought by coral reefs and tropical fish, it is a masterpiece!

    About Full Face Mask Slow Diving in detail

  • Scuba Diving Experience

    The impressinve one-to-one Kayafa Beach diving experience. After the preliminart training at the shoal, will try to dive at the shoal. After you are familiar with the diving, we will officially start the Scuba Diving tour. Enjoy the one-to-one, unique, just like leisure diving experience swimming pass by the corals. No need to worry about to touch the sea bed or hit the corals. You can experience the "No Touch" manner just like professional divers.

    About Scuba Diving Experience in detail

Schedule Schedule

  • 8:50

    Meet up, reception, changing clothes

    Meet up at the Shimojishima Nakanoshima Beach, there is a parking lot next to the beach.

  • 9:00

    ECO snorkeling lecture

    We will explain to you how to put on a snorkeling mask and how to breathe at the beach, and explain the coral-friendly snorkeling methods and the etiquette of diving experience. We firmly believe that as long as one more snorkeling guest abides by the "No Touch Manner" and learns the etiquette of the ocean world close to nature, it will be a contribution to the protection of corals.

  • 10:00

    Free time

    Guests who have participated in the snorkeling tour can rest in the side, feel the sunbathing on the beach, or continue to enjoy snorkeling. Guests who participate in the experience of full face mask slow diving and experience scuba diving will dive in order, and the instructor will explain the precautions during diving and the experience process for about 30 minutes.

  • 11:15

    Simply rinse, change

  • 11:30

    End of trip, disband

Voice Customer Feedback

  • Snorkeling Course
    [From a male customer in his 20s]

    The guides were very kind and friendly, and I had a lot of fun.

    This was my first time snorkeling. The weather wasn't great, which made me nervous, but the sea was so beautiful and I was impressed to see so many types of fish. The guides were very kind and friendly, and I had a lot of fun.
    It was cold, so I didn't try the kayaking, but I was fully satisfied with just the snorkeling! It was very nice that they prepared warm tea as the temperature was low.

  • Snorkeling + Slow Diving Course
    [From a female customer in her 20s]

    The guide was kind and taught us well,
    we enjoyed from the beginning to the end!

    This time, four of us in our family participated. It was our first time snorkeling and diving, and we were nervous, but the guide was kind and taught us well, allowing us to enjoy from the beginning to the end! After the one-on-one slow diving for each of the four of us finished, he kindly taught us skin diving as well. We would love to go meet sea turtles next time!
    We made wonderful memories as a family! Thank you so much.

Course Outline Course Outline

  • Snorkeling course

    8,000yen (tax included) yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    5 years old and above can participate
    Over 60 need consultation
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

  • Snorkeling + Full Face Mask Slow Diving

    15,000 yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    8 years old and above can participate
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

  • Snorkeling + Scuba Diving Experience

    15,000 yen (tax included)

    Time required : 2.5 hours

    Participation conditions
    10 years old and above can participate
    If you have chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, pneumothorax, etc.), you need a doctor's certificate.

    book this course

What is the approximate distance to the meeting point?
  • 25 minutes from Miyako Airport
  • 10 minutes from Shimojishima Airport
  • 40 minutes from Shigira Resort
  • 20 minutes from Hirara City
What is the difference between full face mask slow diving and scuba diving experience?
Diving experience is scuba diving in general. Full face mask slow diving is a diving method with a special patent. Under the water, both mouth and nose can breathe, which is more suitable for beginners.
How much is the water deep in Shimojishima・Nakashima Beach?
Water depth is 5m at low tide and 7m at high tide.
What is the water temperature on Shimojishima・Nakashima Beach?
From May to October, the water temperature is 24-30 degrees, and it is possible to swim even in a swim suit. From November to April, the water temperature is around 22-26 degrees. It feels warm to soak in the water, but the temperature on land is low. It is recommended to wear wetsuit.
Can I participate if I have poor eyesight?
Yes. We will prepare myopia glasses with prescription.
*If you have contact lenses, we recommend that you use it.
Are there toilets and showers?
There is no restroom on the beach, you need to drive (5 minutes) to the nearby restroom, we recommend you to use it before meet up. After the tour, we will have prepared water for simple washing, and if necessary, you can use the changing tent to change clothes.
Operating standards
If it is only raining, the activity can continue. In case of lightning, storm or sea waves above 3m, it depends on the situation.
Is it okay if I can't swim?
Our company's snorkeling instructor will ensure the safety of every guest, and guide slowly while teaching, especially recommended for children or elderly guests.

Other questions

Cost includes

Tour guide fee

Wetsuit

Equipment rental fee

Insurance

Additional options

GoPro HERO7 rental fee 3,000 yen (2,000 yen if you bring your own SD card) *Loss fee will be charged only in case of loss.

Rash guards set rental 500 yen

wetsuit rental 1,000 yen (free for guests participating in diving tours)

Bring your own items

drinks

Motion sickness medicine

swimsuit

flat slippers

bath towel

change clothes

underwater camera, mobile phone

Specially recommended personal belongings

Hair ring

Rash guard

Sun cream

Sunglasses

Slippers that have no heels and are okay to get wet are recommended

If you are prone to seasickness, please bring your own motion sickness medicine

Precautions for attending the course

Please put on a swimsuit inside before meet up and prepare clothes that are okay for wet. The belongings are drinks, towels, flat slippers, a change of clothes, coats (for those who are get cold easily), motion sickness medicine, etc.

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