Pumpkin Cave Tour FAQ

Access
Schedule

What to wear & bring

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For First Time Users

Pumpkin Cave Location and Access

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Pumpkin Cave is located underwater on Boraga Beach.

To the Hora Izumi Beach,Approximately 25 minutes by car from Miyako AirportIt is. From the beach, paddle a kayak for 15 minutes to access the limestone caves.

Borasen Cave Location

Address: 1139-1 Jobe Yora, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 25 minutes by car from Miyako Airport

Pumpkin Cave Tour Flow

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Here is the flow of the Pumpkin Cave Tour.

The Pumpkin Cave has a limited amount of time you can be inside. The hours are approximate, though, as they vary from day to day,The time required is about 2 hours.is common.

9:30 Meet your guide at the local field

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Meet your guide at the meeting point. The guide will explain the tour flow and precautions.

Some tours are available for pick-up and drop-off consultation. Please consider this option if you do not have a rental car.

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9:45 Start of canoeing

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Walk 5 minutes to Hora Izumi Beach and board your canoe.

Depart while enjoying the beautiful sea of Miyako Island!Continue on calm waters for 15 minutes.The car will then head to its destination.

Canoeing is a form ofKids can easily do it.Activity for beginners☆Guides will support you even if you are a beginner.

10:00 Arrival at Pumpkin Cave

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Finally, we arrive at the Pumpkin Cave! The entrance to the Pumpkin Cave is in the ocean, so we disembarked from the canoe and proceeded swimming inside.

Once inside the cave,A large pumpkin-shaped stalactite cave welcomes you!

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Start exploring the limestone caves♪ Proceed through the limestone caves with a light in your hand.

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11:00 End of cave exploration

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Finally, dive from a large limestone cave! It is said that if you dive while making a wish, it will come true.

11:15 Return by canoe!

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After leaving the limestone caves, we will board the canoe again and return to the starting point. Enjoying the scenery of Miyako Island from the canoe, we will return home at a leisurely pace.

11:30 Tour ends

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Thank you for your hard work!

After the tour, we will lightly rinse our bodies with water and disperse.

Clothing for Pumpkin Cave Tour

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Before entering the limestone caves, we will take a dip in the sea,Swimsuit or wet clothesPlease meet at

We paddle a canoe to the entrance of the cave, but the sun is very strong.Long-sleeved rash guards and sports leggings are recommendedIt is.

In most cases, no preparation is required for shoes, as special shoes are rented on the tour.

What to bring for the Pumpkin Cave Tour

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Basically, you can go on the tour empty-handed! A set of kayaking equipment is included in the tour fee as a rental.

What to bring for the tour

Fat towel (bath towel & small towel)
Fat change of clothes
Fat plastic bag (for wet clothes)
Fat sunscreen
Fat sunglasses
Fatty drinks

I can take my phone and other items and drop them,We recommend choosing a tour with a photo gift.It is!

Click here for tours with photo gifts

Beware of sunlight

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The sun on Miyako Island is very intense. Especially in summer, ultraviolet rays are very strong and may cause burns even for a short time.

Because there will be time during the tour to walk along the beach and to be exposed to the sun while traveling,Use sunscreen and wear a rash guard.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

Also, a hat and sunglasses are a good idea☆.

Let's get in shape.

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The limestone caves are slippery and rocky, and there are times when you will be moving underwater, so you will need more physical strength than you think. It is important to take a good rest the day before and be in good physical condition before participating in the tour.

Do not enter the ocean if you have consumed alcohol, lack sleep, or are in a fatigued state.

If you have any concerns about your health, do not overdo it,Consult your guide immediately.Please do so!

Early reservations are recommended.

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The Pumpkin Cave can only be entered during limited hours at low tide, and the number of visitors is limited,Reservation slots are easily filled.It is.

Especially during summer vacation and consecutive holiday seasons, reservations can fill up quickly....

In order to participate at the desired date and time, it is recommended to make reservations as soon as the travel dates are set, along with hotel and airline ticket reservations!

Q. Can I go to the Pumpkin Cave by myself?

The Pumpkin Cave is not accessible on your own and requires the participation of a tour. Because the entrance to the cave is submerged in the sea, entry is only possible at low tide. Since the caves are slippery and there are many occasions when visitors enter the water, the risk of accidents increases unless accompanied by a professional guide. Be sure to participate through a tour company in accordance with local rules and in the interest of nature conservation.

Q. Can the canoe tip over?

The canoes used on the Pumpkin Cave Tour are highly stable leisure canoes, which basically cannot easily tip over. The guide will give you a detailed lecture on how to ride and paddle the canoe so that even beginners can feel comfortable. However, there is a risk of capsizing if you take an unreasonable position or stand up abruptly, so be sure to follow the guide's instructions. Even if you do tip over, you will be safe because you are wearing a life jacket. The guide will take care of you right away, so don't worry too much, relax and enjoy the ride.

Q. Can I participate even if I am not confident in my physical strength?

The Pumpkin Cave Tour takes about two hours, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength can participate without difficulty. However, there is some walking on rocky terrain and a bit of swimming, so those who are concerned about their physical fitness are recommended to use a private tour.

Q. Will the tours be held on rainy days?

If it rains lightly, the event will be held, but it may be cancelled depending on the weather and sea conditions. Since the weather in Miyakojima is changeable, the final decision is often made in the evening of the day before or in the morning of the day of the event.

Q. Is it okay if I can't swim?

Yes, you can participate safely even if you cannot swim as you will be wearing a life jacket. Guides will support you, so even those who are not comfortable in the water can enjoy the tour.

Q. How old do I have to be to participate?

Depending on the tour company, participants can be as young as 7 years old. Age limits and conditions vary from plan to plan, so please check when making your reservation.

Q. Are there changing rooms and showers?

Basically, please wear clothes that can get wet beforehand.

After the tour, simple showers and changing areas are often available at the guide's facility and meeting place.

Q. Can I participate alone?

Single participants are welcome. However, please note that the tour may not be held if the minimum number of participants is not reached.

Q. Can I participate with glasses or contacts?

It is possible, but be careful as they will get wet. Disposables are safe for contact wearers, and sports glasses with bands are recommended for spectacle wearers.