Kayaking and SUP: a special experience in the ocean of Okinawa
If you want to enjoy Okinawa's ocean more than anyone else, head to Kerama Kayak Center and DRIFTER. We offer sea kayaking, SUP, and snorkeling experiences in the vast ocean of the Kerama Islands, which have been designated as a national park, and the quiet, untouched waters of Ojima Island, where coral reefs stretch out. Both tours are welcome for beginners and repeat visitors alike. Veteran guides will provide thorough support, so even first-timers can participate with confidence. Discover another side of Okinawa that you won't find through tourism alone. So grab a paddle and head out to sea.
Find a tourThe appeal of Kerama Kayak Center & DRIFTER
Attraction 1: Okinawa's best fields
The "Kerama Blue" of the Kerama Islands and the coral paradise of Ojima in the south. The waters of Kerama, designated as a national park, are some of the clearest in the world and boast dynamic scenery. Around Ojima, there are quiet coves and untouched coral points that local guides are familiar with. You can enjoy the charm of the sea in these two areas with different personalities.
Feature 2: Small-group tours that are safe for beginners
Don't worry if it's your first time in the ocean. Careful guides and support are provided. All tours are limited to small groups so that people who can't swim or those with children can participate with peace of mind. Our experienced guides will give you detailed instructions on everything from how to use the equipment to how to enjoy the ocean. First-time visitors are more likely to feel glad that they participated.
Point 3: High-quality equipment and experience design
From the equipment to the way time is used, everything is just right. There are plenty of facilities to make your experience enjoyable, including kayaks and SUPs that are easy for beginners to use, comfortable life jackets, luggage storage, and changing spaces. What's more, the tours are planned based on the time and tides, and are carefully designed to match the ocean.
Kerama Kayak Center & DRIFTER Tours
[Experienced persons] A challenging sea kayak tour in Kerama
A tour for experienced kayakers who want to enjoy kayaking to the fullest! Recommended for those who want to paddle the Kerama Sea Kayak and enjoy kayaking to the fullest. This course is for experienced kayakers (continuous paddling of 10km or more) or those with school experience. Lunch will be on a deserted island or on the beach, either as a bento box or at a rest house. Depending on the weather on the day, middle-range touring and experienced people will paddle around Zamami or to Aka Island and Germanium Island.
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 13,750
Kayak
5.0(2)Enjoy a day full of fun! Kayaking and coral snorkeling in the Kerama Blue Sea (lunch included)
Our most popular tour! A sea-play tour where you can enjoy sea kayaking and snorkeling to the fullest! We can arrange a course to suit your level and physical strength, whether you are a first-time kayaker or an experienced kayaker. In the summer, we will snorkel at two different locations♪ For lunch, enjoy Okinawa soba noodles made on a deserted island or on a beach along the island♪
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 13,750
Kayak
- 5.0(3)
Half-day plan: Beginners welcome! Experience the Kerama Sea with kayaking and snorkeling
A casual tour that even small children can enjoy! An easy ocean fun tour where you can enjoy sea kayaking and snorkeling. Even if it's your first time kayaking, we'll arrange the course according to the weather and the physical strength of the participants. We basically use sit-on-top boats.
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 8,300
Kayak
Winter-Season Snorkeling Tour (December–March)
This course is recommended for those who want to go snorkeling even in winter! In the waters of Zamami, two species of sea turtles—the Green Sea Turtle and the Hawksbill Turtle—can be found. If the timing is right, you might be able to meet them! You can join this tour even after a morning whale-watching trip, and even if you're coming from Naha on a day trip. We provide wetsuits with excellent warmth and flexibility, so you can stay comfortable in the water. Please note: The beach where we usually hold the tour is an area where sea turtles live. In the past, we have been able to spot them about 80% of the time, but since sea turtles are wild animals, sightings are not guaranteed. Also, on days with strong winds, we may not be able to access the turtle area.
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 5,800
- 5.0(1)
《Enjoy the spectacular ocean for a day》 SUP cruising and snorkeling around the coral sea (lunch included)
This tour is highly recommended for those who are eager to get on a SUP and start paddling. You will paddle on a SUP to an uninhabited island or a nearby beach, have lunch there, enjoy snorkeling afterward, and then return to Zamami Island. It’s a tour that lets you fully enjoy both SUP and the beautiful waters around Zamami. The schedule is very relaxed—you’ll even have enough time to take a leisurely nap after lunch—so beginners can also enjoy it comfortably. The tour is open to participants who are junior high school age and older and can paddle a SUP on their own. However, if there are elementary school–aged children in your group, they can ride together on the guide’s board, so please let us know at the time of reservation. Please note that depending on sea conditions, we may suggest changing the tour to a kayak tour.
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 13,750
SUP
《Fully satisfying in half a day》 SUP cruising and snorkeling experience around the coral sea (beginners welcome)
SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) is a sport where you stand on a board that is larger than a regular surfboard, paddle to ride the waves, and go for a walk on the ocean (cruise). In Hawaii, it is a popular marine sport known as the Beach Boy Style. It is gaining popularity in Japan as well, as it is fun to paddle while standing, and has a fitness effect. Why not enjoy the view of Zamami Island's crystal clear ocean from a different eye level than in a kayak?
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 8,300
SUP
《Island Guests Only》 Relaxing SUP Sunset Cruise over the Ocean at Dusk
SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) is a sport where you stand on a board that is larger than a regular surfboard, paddle to ride the waves, and go for a walk on the ocean (cruise). In Hawaii, it is a popular marine sport known as the Beach Boy Style. It is gaining popularity in Japan as well, as it is fun to paddle while standing, and has a fitness effect. Why not enjoy the view of Zamami Island's crystal clear ocean from a different eye level than in a kayak?
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 6,300
SUP
【January–March only!】Whale Watching Tour
Whales fall in love in the seas the world adores! The waters of Zamami are the whales' home. The Drifter's cruise ship, Misaki, offers unparalleled comfort, allowing you to savour a luxurious experience onboard. Cruising around the Kerama Islands while enjoying the Kerama Blue, we set out to encounter male whales performing dynamic actions and heartwarming mother-calf pairs.
Days of Week: Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,SatJPY 8,300
Whale Watching
