The full day from Naha, our listing
Full-day Kerama Islands snorkeling tour from Naha
★ 4.5 · 891 ratings
- Price fromfrom $83
- Length7 hrs
- Free cancellationIncluded
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Included items, things to bring, exclusions
Included4
- Pickup from a hotel or meeting point in Naha, with a 30-minute car ride
- An instructor in the water with the group at each snorkeling spot
- Wetsuit or life jacket for safety, with lifebuoys on board
- Water and tea on the boat
Bring3
- Swimsuit, sandals, sunscreen and a change of clothes
- Cash for parking at the port, listed at 500 yen a day, if you drive yourself
- Lunch, which you bring or order when you book
Extras not covered3
- A sea turtle sighting, which the listing says may not happen
- Island hopping or time on land at the islands
- A swim if the health check sheet is not passed, with no refund
891reviews
guest reviews of this snorkeling tour
7hours
the listed length of the full day
19pickups
hotel and meeting-point options in Naha
24hours
the no-fee cancellation period
Choices
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★ 4.7 · 465 ratings
- Price fromfrom $51
- Length9 hrs
- Free cancellationIncluded
A half-day snorkeling trip
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- Price fromfrom $44
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- Free cancellationIncluded
A full day from Naha or Chatan
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★ 4.6 · 248 ratings
- Price fromfrom $89
- Length7 hrs
- Free cancellationIncluded
Making sense of it
Our full-day listing next to a lunch-included day, a half-day option and a pickup from Chatan.
Each price is a per-person starting rate on GetYourGuide.
Guest stories
Guests share their view
4.4
★★★★★891 genuine verified reviews
A brilliant day from start to finish. Pickup went exactly as planned, the guides were wonderful with my 7-year-old and we saw loads of turtles.
EdithJuly 2026, with kids
Such a friendly crew, loads of fish and plenty of turtles. Top marks from us, as long as boats do not make you seasick.
FrankJuly 2026, with friends
The guides were polite and explained everything clearly, even if not all of them were fluent in English. They gave us all the gear and we saw a turtle.
MariaJuly 2026, with kids
It felt like a relaxed open snorkel with clear directions. The staff even helped my friend, who cannot swim, to float so she could see a turtle too.
MeganJuly 2026, with friends
We brought a group of high school boys and it was great value: an easy boat ride, good gear and lots of fish and turtles. Ordering lunch ahead helped.
RickJuly 2026, with friends
Amazing from start to finish. We saw islands, fish and corals, and the hosts were friendly and helpful the whole day.
AndelaJuly 2026, as a couple
the day
A day on the Kerama reefs, hour by hour
The day starts in Naha, where the operator collects you from one of 19 pickup options, a mix of hotels and 7-Eleven meeting points. A car ride of 30 minutes takes the group to the port, and a speedboat crossing of 1 hour follows. Everything up to the first splash is arranged for you, so you can spend the ride watching the water change color.
Then comes the snorkeling. The listing gives stops in Kerama National Park of 1.5 hours, then 2.5 hours with lunch, then 1.5 hours. An instructor goes in with the group at each stop, and water and tea are served on the boat. Lunch is something you bring or order when you book, so decide before the day.
The way home mirrors the way out: a speedboat crossing of 1 hour and a 30-minute car ride to a drop-off point. The whole outing is listed at 7 hours. The booking panel lower down shows open dates and the live price.
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Kerama blue, from the boat and from the water
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the sea
Why the Keramas have a blue of their own
The Kerama Islands lie west of Okinawa's main island, and the sea around them is protected: Keramashoto National Park was designated in March 2014, and the sea makes up the majority of its area. Japan's tourism board says the blue of the water is so distinctive that it has its own name, Kerama blue.
Underneath, the reef is the reason. Visit Okinawa Japan says more than 200 of the 400 species of coral in Japan grow on the Kerama reefs, and that hawksbill, green and loggerhead turtles nest around the islands. A snorkel mask is all you need to see it, and the water close to shore is often clear and shallow.
The islands themselves are close to Naha: Visit Okinawa Japan calls them a viable day-trip excursion from the main island, and Aka Island lies approximately 40 kilometers west of the city. That closeness is why a snorkeling tour of the Kerama Islands fits into one day.
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Temperatures near the Kerama Islands
Highs and lows are NOAA readings from its Naha station, 38 km from the islands, averaged over 1991 to 2020; they describe the air in the city, and we calculate day length ourselves.
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Mean daytime highEach dot shows 20 mm of rainNOAA 1991 to 2020 · Station Naha, 38 km from the islands
in the water
Gear, instructors and snorkeling without confidence
Safety is built into the plan. The listing says every staff member is a certified instructor with first aid training, that guests wear a wetsuit or a life jacket, and that lifebuoys are also available. Free swim ring rentals are available on reservation.
Not a strong swimmer? The reviews suggest that is workable. One guest says staff helped a friend who cannot swim at all with a float so she could see a turtle, and the instructors accompany the group in the water. Guests who feel unsure should tell the crew early.
Gear is provided and the reviews call it good. One guest says the operator gave all the necessary snorkeling gear, and another praises great gear. The listing also says the boat supplies water and tea, and the winter vests are 3 mm thick and hooded.
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Your day on the reef
A boat, an instructor and the Kerama blue.
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the seasons
Warm months, whale weeks and a cooler winter sea
Japan's tourism board says the best time for swimming around Tokashiki is between May and October. Our listing adds a summer treat: shaved ice, a Kerama specialty, is served in August and September on larger ships.
Winter is a different day. The listing puts the water at about 22 degrees Celsius and the air at about 20 degrees Celsius, and it offers 3 mm hooded vests and coats. Whale watching is offered only from 12 January to March, and the listing says whales may not be seen depending on the weather and sea.
At the nearest NOAA station, in Naha 38 km away, August has a daily high near 31.7 degrees Celsius and January near 19.7. Those are city readings, not the sea's, so treat them as a guide to the air you will feel when you step off the boat. The table lower down shows every month.
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4.4
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what guests say
What the newest reviews keep returning to
The ten most recent English reviews on file give ten five-star ratings, from July 2026. Guests describe an easy boat ride, friendly and professional guides, good gear and lots of fish, and several mention turtles. That fits the tour's overall rating of 4.4 from 891 reviews.
The details are specific and honest. One guest says the day felt close to a self-guided open snorkel, with directions on where to stay in the water, and another says staff helped a friend who cannot swim with a float. One reviewer says some staff did not speak English fluently but made a big effort to communicate, and everything was clear.
A few reviewers add cautions worth reading. One says the parental consent forms could have arrived earlier and the pickup was 1 hour late once without notice, and one says to book early. The rating breakdown on the listing gives Guide 4.5, Transportation 4.5 and Value for money 4.4.
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FAQ
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How long is the Kerama Islands snorkeling tour?
7 hours.
The listing gives the duration as 7 hours, including a 30-minute car ride and a 1-hour speedboat crossing each way.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, from 19 options in Naha.
Pickup is included, with 19 pickup options in Naha.
Which languages do the instructors speak?
English, Japanese and Portuguese.
The listing names instructors in English, Japanese and Portuguese.
How many snorkeling stops are there?
Stops of 1.5, 2.5 and 1.5 hours.
The listing gives stops of 1.5 hours, 2.5 hours with lunch and 1.5 hours, all in Kerama National Park.
Will we see sea turtles?
Possibly, but not guaranteed.
The crew searches for turtles at 2-3 locations a day, and the listing says guests may not encounter any.
Is lunch included?
Bring your own or order one.
The listing says guests bring their own lunch or order one when they book.
Can non-swimmers join?
Staff support them in the water.
A wetsuit or life jacket is used for safety, and a reviewer says staff helped a friend who cannot swim with a float.
Can children join?
Minors need parental consent.
The listing says minors require parental consent, and a reviewer took a 7-year-old.
Can I cancel the tour?
Yes, free until 24 hours before.
You can cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund, and reserve now and pay later.
What if the weather is bad?
The plan may change or be cancelled.
The listing says the destination may change or the plan be cancelled depending on the weather on the day.
the turtles
Turtles: likely, not guaranteed
Sea turtles are one of the draws, and the listing is honest about them. Every day the crew searches for turtles at 2-3 carefully selected locations, and the listing says guests may not encounter any. Visit Okinawa Japan says hawksbill, green and loggerhead turtles nest around the Kerama Islands.
The newest reviews mostly report turtles. Several guests say they saw one, one counts 3 turtles, and one says the turtle was the most beautiful moment of the day. One family with a 7-year-old child reports loads of turtles. That is a pattern worth knowing, but it is not a promise.
If one swims by, stay respectful. National Parks of Japan asks visitors to watch turtles from a distance and not to approach or chase them. The instructors set the pace in the water, and following their directions is also the best way to keep your distance.
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The winter sea, counted
The listing puts the winter water at about 22 degrees Celsius.
It adds that the air is about 20 degrees Celsius in winter, and that 3 mm hooded vests and coats are on board for a cooler day.
what to bring
What to pack, and what to leave behind
The listing's own packing list is short: a swimsuit, sandals, sunscreen and a change of clothes. The Zamami Village Tourism Association asks visitors to bring reef-safe sunscreen to help protect marine life and coral, and the same advice holds on a boat day. Add a towel and a dry bag for your phone.
Lunch needs a decision. The listing says guests bring their own lunch or order one when they book, and the stop with the longest time in the water is the one that includes it. Order ahead if you do not want to carry food, and pack a snack for the ride out.
If the sea makes you queasy, plan ahead. The listing says motion sickness medication is available on reservation, and the tourism association recommends medication for anyone prone to seasickness. One reviewer rates the day 10 out of 10 unless you get seasick, which is as good a reason as any to take the tablet.
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Clear blue water.A boat waits in Naha.An instructor swims with you.
This is the Kerama Islands snorkeling tour we list: 7 hours from Naha, with pickup included, a speedboat crossing and snorkeling at 2-3 spots in Kerama National Park. It starts from $83, and instructors speak English, Japanese and Portuguese.
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the pickup
Pickup in Naha, and how to make it work
Pickup is included. The listing offers 19 pickup options in Naha, among them DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Naha, Hotel AZAT Naha, Orion Hotel Naha, Hotel JAL City Naha and Okinawa Sun Plaza Hotel. If your hotel is not on the list, one of the convenience-store meeting points may be close.
Tell the operator where you are staying. The listing says early reservations are prioritized and, if the shuttle car is full, transport may not be provided. That is the best reason to book early and to pick the pickup point nearest to your hotel.
One reviewer says the pickup was exactly as arranged, and another says it ran 1 hour late once without notice. Allow some slack, keep your phone charged and read the voucher carefully. If you drive yourself, paid parking at the port is listed at 500 yen per day.
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the weather
If the sea does not cooperate
The listing is straightforward: the destination may change or the plan may be cancelled depending on the weather on the day. The islands visited also vary with weather and sea conditions, and the listing says the tour does not include island hopping. You are booking a day on the water, not a fixed itinerary.
Boats to the islands are decided each morning. The Zamami Village Tourism Association says boats between Naha and Zamami Village may be cancelled in strong wind or high waves, with the decision made around 8 AM for that day. Those are the village ferries, not our listing, but they show how a rough morning works.
Booking is flexible. You can reserve now and pay later, and free cancellation runs up to 24 hours before for a full refund. If the forecast turns, you can move your day before the cutoff, and the booking panel shows dates with open places.
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a night out there
A night on an island instead
A day trip is not the only way to meet the Keramas. The Zamami Village Tourism Association recommends staying overnight for the sunsets, the izakayas and the star-filled night sky. It also warns that many village accommodations are not on major booking sites and that you should not expect to find a room after arriving.
The trade is effort. Online booking for the village boats opens at most 55 days ahead, and boats frequently sell out in the high season, April to November. Most shops take only cash and there are no convenience stores, so an island night needs more planning than a boat day.
Our guides to the ferry and to where to stay lay out the details. If you only want the reef, a day trip with pickup is the simpler choice, and if you want the evenings as well, an island night is worth the planning.
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Who this day suits, and who should look elsewhere
It suits travelers staying in Naha who want a Kerama Islands tour without managing ferries. Reviewers call the boat ride easy and the guides friendly, and one group of eight high school boys called it great value. A swimmer who is comfortable in open water gets the most from the stops.
Check the rules first. Minors need parental consent, a health screening applies and a failed screening means no refund. The listing asks guests not to book if they have certain conditions, and it sends a medical check sheet by email when you reserve. If you need a shorter outing, a half-day listing runs 3 hours.
One honest caveat: this is not a land tour. The listing says it does not include island hopping, and turtles are never promised. If a beach afternoon is what you want, a ferry to a single island is the better fit, and our guide to the choice lays out both.
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