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Hija River Mangrove Kayak Tour: Explore Okinawa's Largest River

4.90· 312 reviews

Highlights

  • Explore Okinawa's lush mangroves by kayak
  • Receive thorough kayaking instruction from a guide
  • Encounter diverse wildlife, ideal for children

What to expect

Kayak through Hija River, home to diverse mangroves, only 45 minutes from Naha Airport. Experience the rich natural habitat of Okinawa and spot rare birds and marine life.

What's included

  • Kayak rental fee
  • Japanese-speaking guide
  • Insurance

Packages (4)

Basic PlanDailyfrom USD 31.53
Group Discount (4 or more)Dailyfrom JPY 5,480
Family Discount (2-3 adults)Dailyfrom USD 16.71
Family Discount (4-7 adults)Dailyfrom USD 16.71

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Schedule

  1. Check-in at Kayak Ease Shop
  2. Reception
    Due to evening traffic, please arrive with ample time and drive safely. Attire that can get wet is recommended for smooth guidance. (Changing rooms are available)
  3. Safety Gear Fitting
    For safety, participants will be equipped with life jackets and special sandals before the kayak experience begins. Sizes for children are also available to ensure everyone is prepared and secure.
  4. Basic Paddling Practice on Land
    Before heading to the water, participants will practice the basic paddling technique on land first.
  5. Basic Paddling Practice on Water
    Try kayaking for real! Moving forward, braking, and even reversing are surprisingly easy. As you paddle, the guide will explain about the river and the mangroves.
  6. Depart on the Kayak Tour
    Gather with your companions for a group photo! Capture memories of your Okinawa trip in digital form. Take plenty of photos perfect for sharing on social media!
    （The time spent kayaking is approximately one hour.）
  7. Tour Conclusion and Feedback
    After changing clothes, participants are asked to fill out a brief survey sharing their experiences and learnings through comments or drawings. Photos taken during the tour will be sent via LINE.
  8. Check-out

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Kayak Ease

    566-15 Mizugama, Kadena, Nakagami District, Okinawa 904-0204

    Kayak Ease — 566-15 Mizugama, Kadena, Nakagami District, Okinawa 904-0204
    *There are several kayak stores in the neighborhood.
    Please visit "Kayak Ease".

    <By Rental car>
    From Naha Airport or Naha City, take Route 58 north for about 45 minutes.
    Using the Okinawa Expressway, it takes about 35 minutes.

    <By bus>
    Take any of the bus lines 20, 28, 29, 120, or 228 and get off at "Mizugama." Please ensure to arrive at the bus stop at least 20 minutes before the meeting time.

Restrictions

  • High school students and older are charged at the adult rate.
    *Child rates apply to junior high school students and younger.
  • Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.

What to bring

  • There is a possibility of getting wet. Please come in clothes that are easy to move in and okay to get wet.
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
  • It is recommended that those who are prone to motion sickness prepare motion sickness medication.
  • Footwear will be provided.

Additional notes

  • The schedule and operating hours may change or be canceled depending on river conditions.
  • The tour will proceed even in rainy weather.
  • There is no shade from the sun during the tour.
  • For English-speaking customers, guides will provide support using a translation device.

Recommended to bring

  • Expect to get a bit wet, so wear clothes okay to get wet.. Long sleeves are fine if you're concerned about sunburn.
  • [Recommended Items] Change of clothes, towel, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, drinks (water bottle or flask), rain gear, and warm clothing.

Operated by

Nature trail Ltd. (ease) (Code:185248)

Cancellation policy

  • Within 1 hours of start (local time): 100%

Reviews

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Safe for beginners in kayaking.
Posted Date: 2026/07/21
かなみん
I was looking for a tour that could accommodate children, and I participated in this tour! The staff were all very kind, which I appreciated. The flow of the wide river was slow, so I think it's safe even for beginners. We were able to see crabs, gobies, and mullets. The kids seemed to have a lot of fun and said they wanted to go again!子供連れで参加できるツアーを探していて
こちらのツアーに参加させていただきました！　スタッフの方はみんな優しくてありがたかったです。流れもゆっくりな広い川なので初心者でも安全だと思います。カニやハゼやボラなどを確認できました。
子供達もとても楽しかったようでまた行きたいと言っていました！
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Reply from Nature trail Ltd. (ease)
Thank you for participating in the mangrove kayak tour. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the magnificent scenery of the Hija River and the diverse wildlife! The strong sunlight in Okinawa can feel harsh even for us who have lived here for a long time... However, it's truly wonderful that everyone persevered and paddled through to the end (^^♪. Next time, please use that stamina to join the sunset tour as well!マングローブカヤックツアーへのご参加ありがとうございました。
比謝川の壮大な景色と多種多様な生き物を沢山味わっていただけたようで何よりです！
沖縄の強い日差しは長いこと住んでいる私たちでも苛酷に感じてしまいますね…
しかし、皆さんだれもあきらめずに最後まで漕ぎ切ったのは素晴らしいというほかありません(^^♪
次回はその体力を活かしてサンセットツアーにも参加してみてくださいね～
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First time mangrove.
Posted Date: 2026/07/05
くらさん。
This time, we participated as a family of four with our two adult children. It was our first time canoeing, but since there were no waves, we were able to go at a leisurely pace. The woman who guided us was friendly and kind, sharing various trivia that was educational. Thank you for the photos as well. I'm glad we participated.今回、成人した子供２人と、夫婦の４人で参加をさせて頂きました。初めてのカヌーでしたが、波がないため、のんびり進めました。案内してくださった女性の方は、気さくで優しく、色々な雑学もして頂き、勉強になりました。写真も、ありがとうございました。参加をして良かったです。
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It was fun!
Posted Date: 2026/06/23
SAKI
Since it was the first flight on Monday, there were no other participants, and it was just us, which felt like a private tour! We chose this tour because it was available for children from the age of 2, and the guide was always attentive to our child, which was very helpful.

At one point, our child started to get a bit fussy, and the guide made the decision not to go to the last point, showing great consideration. They also took the time to show our child some creatures up close, which made the … Since it was the first flight on Monday, there were no other participants, and it was just us, which felt like a private tour! We chose this tour because it was available for children from the age of 2, and the guide was always attentive to our child, which was very helpful.

At one point, our child started to get a bit fussy, and the guide made the decision not to go to the last point, showing great consideration. They also took the time to show our child some creatures up close, which made the tour enjoyable for us. In the end, our child said, "That was fun!" and I felt glad we participated!

Additionally, the guide recommended some lunch spots, and when we went there, it was incredibly delicious and fantastic! Thank you for the wonderful memories! 月曜の1便だったため他の参加者がおらず、私たちだけの貸切状態でした！
2歳から参加可能とのことで選んだツアーでしたが、ガイドさんがいつも子供のことを気にしてくださり、とても助かりました。
途中少しぐずり出したこともあり、最後のポイントまでは行かない判断をしてくださったり、子供に生き物を近くで見せてくれたり、たくさんご配慮いただいたおかげで楽しくツアーを終えられました。
最後は子供も「楽しかった！」と言っていて、参加して良かったと思いました！

またガイドさんはランチのおすすめなども教えてくださり、そちらに行… 月曜の1便だったため他の参加者がおらず、私たちだけの貸切状態でした！
2歳から参加可能とのことで選んだツアーでしたが、ガイドさんがいつも子供のことを気にしてくださり、とても助かりました。
途中少しぐずり出したこともあり、最後のポイントまでは行かない判断をしてくださったり、子供に生き物を近くで見せてくれたり、たくさんご配慮いただいたおかげで楽しくツアーを終えられました。
最後は子供も「楽しかった！」と言っていて、参加して良かったと思いました！

またガイドさんはランチのおすすめなども教えてくださり、そちらに行ってみたらとっても美味しくて最高でした！
良い思い出をありがとうございました！
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Reply from Nature trail Ltd. (ease)
Thank you for joining the mangrove kayak tour with Ease! Your child was full of energy, which gave us energy too (^▽^) We were able to interact with the flora and fauna of the Hija River! Please soak up a lot of power from the power spot! There were some moments when your child got hungry and some unexpected events, but those are also good memories, right? (laughs) We hope you'll join us for the sunset kayak tour next time!イーズのマングローブカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました！
お子さん元気一杯でこちらも元気をもらいました(^▽^)
比謝川の動植物と触れ合うことが出来ましたね～！
パワースポットから沢山パワー貰ってくださいね！
途中からお子さんお腹が空いてしまったりハプニングがありましたがそれもまた良い思い出ですね(笑)
次回はサンセットカヤックツアーにもご参加くださいね！！
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The best experience to feel nature!
Posted Date: 2026/06/13
沖縄楽しすぎたマン
Kayaking while observing mangroves and wildlife from the water was the best activity that allowed me to feel a sense of the extraordinary and immerse myself in nature! The guide was kind and taught us how to paddle the kayak, and also shared various information about Okinawa's vegetation, making it enjoyable to learn about Okinawa's nature while kayaking!カヤックを漕ぎながら、水上からマングローブや生物を見ることができ、非日常かつ自然をたっぷり感じれる最高のアクティビティでした！ガイドの方が優しくカヤックの漕ぎ方を教えてくれますし、沖縄の植生物についてもいろいろ教えてくれるので楽しくカヤックを漕ぎながら沖縄の自然を知ることができますよ！
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A different kind of Okinawa.
Posted Date: 2026/05/30
ぶち
I participated with my sibling in our 20s. When you think of Okinawa, you imagine the beach, but we discovered a different side of Okinawa. Paddling the kayak was more challenging than I expected, but it became a great experience.20代の兄妹2人で参加しました。沖縄と言えばビーチを想像しますが、また違った沖縄を発見出来ました。カヤックを漕ぐのは思った以上に大変でしたが、とてもいい経験になりました。
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The bald tree and crab.
Posted Date: 2026/05/30
ひろき
I learned about the bald cypress from the instructor. They also shared interesting facts about the banyan tree and mangroves. If you're curious, be sure to ask about it when you're there!インストラクターさんにはげの木を教えてもらいました。他にもガジュマルやマングローブなどの豆知識を教えてもらいました。気になる人現地で聞いてみてください！
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I seriously recommend it!
Posted Date: 2026/05/19
はたけ
I tried canoeing for the first time! The operation was not difficult at all, and I thought it would be enjoyable for everyone from kids to grandparents. If you're thinking about trying it in Okinawa, you definitely should! The staff's stories were also interesting, so the time flew by! It became a wonderful memory, so I highly recommend it to everyone!初めてカヌーやりました！
操作とか全然難しくなくて、子供からおじいちゃんおばあちゃんまで楽しめそうだなと思いました。
沖縄に来てやってみようかなと思っている方いたら絶対やった方がいいです！
スタッフの方のお話も面白いので、あっという間に終わってしまいました！とても良い思い出になりましたので皆さんもぜひ！
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You can easily enjoy nature!
Posted Date: 2026/05/16
ヒグシ
There was quite a bit of wind, and it was pretty challenging to go upstream, but even as a beginner, I was able to keep up well! Along the way, we talked about various creatures and plants, and the hour flew by. I also got to take a lot of photos, creating wonderful memories. Thank you very much!!風が結構あり上流に向かうのはなかなか大変でしたが、初心者でもしっかりとついていくことができました！
途中いろんな生物や植物の話もしていただきあっという間の1時間でした。
写真もいっぱい撮っていただき最高の思い出ができました。
ありがとうございました！！
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Experience the rich nature of Okinawa.
Posted Date: 2026/05/03
りーり〜
I was carefully taught how to hold the paddle and paddle properly from the beginning, which made me feel secure even as a beginner. As we progressed down the river, I received detailed explanations about the characteristics and roles of the mangroves, as well as their relationship with the tides, which I found very interesting. Additionally, I was introduced to the various creatures living in the Hija River, such as crabs, fish, and birds, allowing me to truly appreciate the richness of nature. … I was carefully taught how to hold the paddle and paddle properly from the beginning, which made me feel secure even as a beginner. As we progressed down the river, I received detailed explanations about the characteristics and roles of the mangroves, as well as their relationship with the tides, which I found very interesting. Additionally, I was introduced to the various creatures living in the Hija River, such as crabs, fish, and birds, allowing me to truly appreciate the richness of nature. Thanks to the guide's clear explanations and kind support, I was able to have a valuable experience while learning in a fun way, and I was very satisfied. 最初にパドルの持ち方や漕ぎ方を丁寧に教えていただき、初心者の私でも安心して進むことができました。川を進みながら、マングローブの特徴や役割、潮の満ち引きとの関係について詳しく説明してもらい、とても興味深かったです。また、比謝川に生息するカニや魚、鳥などの生き物についても紹介していただき、自然の豊かさを実感しました。ガイドの方の分かりやすい説明と優しい対応のおかげで、楽しく学びながら貴重な体験ができ、大満足でした。
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It was a very satisfying kayaking experience.
Posted Date: 2026/05/02
ときまま
The weather was favorable, and my first mangrove kayaking experience was very pleasant. Thanks to the attentive and kind support from the staff, including our guide, Mr. Wataya, I was able to enjoy the activity safely and comfortably throughout, and I am very satisfied.天候にも恵まれ、はじめてのマングローブカヤックはとても心地よい体験となりました。
ガイドの渡谷さんをはじめ、スタッフの皆さまの丁寧で親切なご対応により、終始安心して安全に楽しむことができ、大変満足しております。
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