3-Day 2-Night Island Hopping .
Three days from the jungle waterfalls of the north to the open ocean off Izena. A remote island where the food is extraordinary and the welcome is genuine. A shared journey for solo travellers and small groups.
Departures.
Small group · max 7 travellers
Reserving holds nothing yet and costs nothing — we confirm availability by email before anything is booked.
Three days is enough to reach places most visitors never find. This route moves from jungle waterfalls and coastal cycling in the north, to the open ocean off Izena, a remote island where the food is extraordinary and the welcome is genuine. Now run as an open trip, so solo travellers and small groups can share the road, the boat and the table.
Itinerary.
- Day 1
Northern interior — waterfall, forest & cycle course
A jungle trail to a hidden waterfall. Seasonal lunch, streamside in summer, a forest soba house in winter. Afternoon cycle course through coastal lanes and viewpoints. The night is yours to choose: beach or mountain glamping with a barbecue, or a four-star beachside hotel with an izakaya evening led by your guide.
Beach or mountain glamping, or four-star beachside hotel (this is a recommendation, the accommodation not included)Glamping nights include a barbecue. Hotel nights include an izakayaSeasonal lunch (included)Glamping barbecue (book with glampsite) or hotel izakaya dinner (included)2 optional extras
- Guided hike to Katsu-dake summitA whole-group choice. We keep the group together, so the kayak and the cycle course cannot run side by side.
- Sea kayaking in place of the cycle course · ¥1,000A whole-group choice, decided together before the day.
- Day 2
Izena Island — off the map
Ferry to Izena. A half-day boat charter with a local captain, fishing, snorkelling, sashimi on board. Back on shore, dinner at a local izakaya, with karaoke if the mood takes the group. On special occasions, a multi-course island feast at the captain's house.
Traditional Okinawan house, or Izena ryokan-style hotel (this is a recommendation, the accommodation not included)Traditional house — tatami floors, wooden beams, shared facilities, cook your own breakfast. Ryokan hotel — private room with a full breakfast included.Breakfast — at the hotel, or a cafe breakfast bought the evening before and kept in your tent fridge (included)Bento lunch on the ferry (included)Dinner at a local izakaya, with karaoke if the mood takes the group (included) - Day 3
Izena to mainland — live like a local
Hike to a 360° hilltop, sugarcane pressing in the fields, umi budō tasting at the farm. Soba lunch, then the afternoon ferry home with an acerola stop in Motobu.
Breakfast — cook your own at the traditional house, or a ryokan-style breakfast at the Izena hotel (included)Soba lunch (included)Acerola refreshment in Motobu (included)1 optional extra
- Second half-day reef charter before the ferryWeather and availability dependent
The first day belongs to the north. A waterfall, a cycle course, and a night under the stars at glamping or a quiet beachside hotel. The second day jumps to a different rhythm entirely: a ferry to Izena, a half-day boat charter with a local captain, and an evening at a local izakaya with karaoke if the mood takes the group. The third winds down with a hilltop hike, sugarcane pressed straight from the field, a visit to the umi budō factory, and the ferry home.
“This island hopping tour in Okinawa gave me a truly once in a lifetime experience. From fishing with a local fisherman, to eating our fresh catch right there on the boat and then experiencing the hospitality of a dinner in their own home! ”
The practical bits.
- All group ground transport throughout the tour
- Bilingual local guide throughout
- All meals listed in the itinerary
- All gear for water activities on Izena — fishing, snorkelling
- Half-day boat charter on Izena
- Flights to and from Okinawa
- Optional activities and add-ons (chosen and paid on the day)
- Meals and drinks not included in the package
- Personal travel insurance
- Transport outside the tour
- Ferry tickets are not included and must be booked and paid for directly by the guest. Recommendations and general guidance are available.
- Accommodation is not included and must be booked and paid for directly by the guest. We can recommend suitable options and provide general guidance.
- Swimwear, quick-dry towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
- Light layers for the boat and evening
- Izena is a small island with limited facilities — pack light, leave luggage at base if possible.
- Boat charter is weather-dependent. We arrange calm-water alternatives if conditions change.
- Glamping is comfortable, not luxury. Bring a sense of adventure.
- This is a shared small-group trip. Activity swaps like sea kayaking are a group decision, since we keep the group together and cannot split it on the day.
20% deposit at booking secures your spot. Remaining 80% due 30 days before the tour.
Full refund if you cancel 60+ days out. Deposit non-refundable for 30–59 day cancellations. No refund inside 29 days. Travel insurance recommended.
Three days, two islands, one small group. The north, the ocean, and a table you will remember..
— Aya & David
Price per person.
- 1 person
- ¥152,000
- 2 people
- ¥132,000
- 3 people
- ¥114,000
- 4 people
- ¥100,000
- 5 people
- ¥93,000
- 6 people
- ¥86,000
Have a question about this tour?
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What guests said.
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We had the most incredible experience on our trip to Okinawa from 14th May to 4th June this year, and it truly deserves every one of its 5 stars. I travelled with my dad and my partner, and from the very beginning the whole experience was seamless, professional, and beyond anything we expected. We booked through Things To Do, and I can honestly say they made this trip unforgettable. Our tour guides, David and Aya, were absolutely fantastic – knowledgeable, warm, and always went above and beyond to make sure the three of us had the best possible time. Their passion and insights into Okinawa’s history, culture, and hidden gems gave us a much deeper appreciation of this beautiful region! ❤ The driver was consistently punctual, which meant our days ran smoothly and we got the most out of our day. Every transfer felt effortless, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy the stunning scenery together. Highlights of the trip are too many to count, but a few really stood out. Visiting the secret waterfalls in Nago felt like discovering a hidden world – peaceful, breathtaking, and far from the usual tourist trails. The beautiful beaches in Ogimi were another highlight, we went at a time when it was and quiet without the crowds. Our time in Kunigami was equally unforgettable: after a day of exploring, we enjoyed a wonderful Japanese BBQ dinner, followed by one of the most magical evenings imaginable – lying under the stars with no light pollution, watching shooting stars. Meals throughout the trip were another highlight – both lunches and dinners were consistently delicious, offering a variety of authentic Okinawan food. I love Japanese food anyway so I was easily pleased and always keen to try different foods😆 One of the things we appreciated most was that by booking through Things To Do, we really did get to live like locals rather than fall into the usual tourist traps like some other places we have been on mainland Japan. The experiences, restaurants, and destinations we were introduced to felt authentic, meaningful, and unique - not something we would have found on our own. Overall, this trip was everything we hoped for and more. From the organisation to the unique experiences and personal touches, it was a truly first-class trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better company than Things To Do, or better guides than David and Aya. If you’re looking for a holiday that is stress-free, immersive, and unforgettable, this is it.
First tour experience ever and it exceeded my expectations in every way. Aya offered an experience that felt as if she was a friend, showing us her favorite spots in Okinawa. The places we went to were great as well. The hike to the waterfall was amazing and was private. The lunch that was served was delicious. The snorkeling locations were so awesome and I had such a wonderful time. Aya made the trip all the more worthwhile with her enthusiasm and passion for Okinawa, and for how knowledgeable she was in the history and culture of Okinawa. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to explore this wonderful island!
I booked this tour hoping for a fun day and ended up with a genuine highlight of my trip. The guide Aya was friendly and knowledgeable, the plan was thoughtful, and everything flowed smoothly. It felt like being shown around by someone who truly loves what they do.