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2 hrneeds a 5h call · fits 100% of calls here4.9★ · 98 reviewsPickup on request

Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking

Two hours by canoe to the Pumpkin limestone cave and a scramble inside it, from the island's most-reviewed activity operator.

US$63 each · US$126 for two · Pickup on request

Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.

Duration
2 hr
From pickup or the meeting point and back
Your call needs
5+ hours
Incl. getting ashore and the hour before all-aboard
Price
From US$63 per person
Free cancellation 24h ahead · as of 26 Sep 2026
Group
Small group · up to 15
Pickup on request
Getting there from the ship

Pickup is offered — get it confirmed for your pier

Measured from Hirara Port cruise terminal.

PickupOn requestThe operator offers free pickup anywhere on Miyako and Kurima, but confirms it only the day before. Ask for a pickup at the cruise terminal after booking.
If pickup is not confirmedTaxi ~25 min · 19.7 kmAbout ¥4,600–5,700 (US$29–37) one way on the meter.
Meeting pointPiPi Pumpkin Cave Parking Lot (Boraga)The operator’s own meeting point, away from the pier.
Show your driverピピ専用パンプキン駐車場(宮古島市城辺保良東方585-2)

Fare from the official meter tariff in force since 2023-08-14, for the road distance; traffic, tolls and night surcharges are extra.

Why it is on this site
  • 97 reviews averaging 4.9.
  • Canoe, caving kit, a wetsuit in winter, a life jacket and water shoes are included, and the guide's photos are given to you free.
  • It is a different Miyakojima from the beaches: a sea cave of pumpkin-shaped stalagmites reached by paddle.
Best for

Active couples who are happy to climb, get wet and paddle, on a call of nine hours or more.

Think twice if

The operator's own description involves climbing and dropping into a natural pool, and it advises leggings; it is not for anyone with spinal or heart problems. The meeting point is the operator's own car park, not the terminal, so book a taxi both ways before you sail, and the exact time and place arrive by message the day before.

What the operator lists

The day, stop by stop

It takes place at one venue, so there is no route to list.

Included
  • Participant-exclusive coupon page (for restaurants, etc.)
  • Caving equipment rental
  • Canoe equipment rental
  • Wetsuit (Available in winter)
  • Free photo data
  • Activity fee, Liability insurance, and Consumption tax
  • Safety gear (Life jacket and water shoes)

Guide languages: English, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by MIYAKO ADVENTURE PiPi.

Book it

Check dates and book

Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.

Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking4.9★ · 98 reviews · Small group · up to 15From US$63 per personCheck dates →

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Quick answers

Before you book

Is the Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking worth it from the Miyakojima cruise port?

Two hours by canoe to the Pumpkin limestone cave and a scramble inside it, from the island's most-reviewed activity operator. Best for: Active couples who are happy to climb, get wet and paddle, on a call of nine hours or more.

How long a port call do I need for this tour?

About 5 hours. The tour runs 2 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Two hours of paddling and caving plus the drive each way and the hour kept before all-aboard: a call of about five hours.

Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?

The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The operator may cancel for bad weather, with a refund.

What should I know before booking?

The operator's own description involves climbing and dropping into a natural pool, and it advises leggings; it is not for anyone with spinal or heart problems. The meeting point is the operator's own car park, not the terminal, so book a taxi both ways before you sail, and the exact time and place arrive by message the day before.