SUP & Canoe in Miyakojima: Paddle Emerald Waters

Paddle at your own pace across Miyakojima's clearest waters

A half-day SUP or canoe activity in Miyakojima lets you choose between a stand-up paddleboard or canoe and glide across emerald-green water at your own pace, guided by a certified water rescuer. All equipment, life jacket and water shoes are included. You pick your preferred craft when you book. Multiple departure times run from sunrise to sunset, and the shop emails meeting details the day before.

The experience

You'll meet your guide at the field and get fitted with a life jacket and water shoes before pushing off. The boards and canoes are built for stability, so beginners and all ages paddle without struggle. You set the pace across the water. There's no fixed route or schedule to keep, just you, the guide, and the emerald bay. The activity runs roughly 90 minutes from start to finish, though the exact timing shifts with the tide and weather.

Six departure windows run throughout the day: early morning (6:00 and 8:30), mid-morning (10:30), early afternoon (13:30), late afternoon (15:30), and sunset (17:30). The 6:00 and 17:30 slots are built for sunrise and sunset views. You'll need to decide between SUP or canoe when you book and confirm your choice with the shop by the day before. The operator is Japan's top-ranked marine activity shop by category and has guided over 500,000 guests. All guides hold water rescue certification.

Wear clothes that can get wet and use the restroom before arrival. There are no facilities at the site. Parking costs 1,000–2,000 yen. Tours run in rain but may be canceled if conditions turn unsafe. Public transport stops are nearby if you're not driving. Photo data from the activity is free to download, and you'll get a coupon page for local restaurants as part of the booking.

What’s included

• Full SUP or canoe equipment.
• life jacket and water shoes.
• certified guide in English or Japanese.
• liability insurance.
• free photo data.
• participant coupon page for local restaurants and shops.
• consumption tax.

Options for this experience

2 options

SUP CourseGuide in English or Japanese · 08:30, 10:30, 13:30 and 15:30

Canoe CourseGuide in English or Japanese · 08:30, 10:30, 13:30 and 15:30

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 10:30, 13:30 and 15:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (3 to 65 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 100

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by MIYAKO ADVENTURE PiPi

Is this one for you?Choose SUP if you want to stand and take in a wider view while paddling. Pick canoe if you prefer sitting lower in the water or want a craft that's easier to enter and exit. Both are stable enough for first-timers, so the choice comes down to what feels more comfortable to you.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I do SUP or canoe if I've never paddled before?

Both the SUP boards and canoes are highly stable and designed for beginners of all ages. The guide will walk you through setup and technique before you push off, and you control the pace once you're on the water.

What time should I arrive, and when does the activity end?

You meet at the field at one of six times: 6:00, 8:30, 10:30, 13:30, 15:30, or 17:30. Prep takes about 30 minutes, then you paddle for roughly an hour, with dismissal around 90 minutes after arrival. The shop will email your exact meeting details by 6:00 p.m. the day before.

What's the age range for this activity?

SUP is open to ages 3–59. Canoe accepts ages 3–65. Children under 3, pregnant travelers, and anyone weighing over 100 kg cannot participate. If you have medical conditions, spinal injuries, or cardiovascular concerns, contact the shop in advance.

Is there a pickup service from my hotel?

Pickup is available for most departure times but not for the 6:00 a.m. sunrise or 5:30 p.m. sunset slots. Discuss pickup options after you book. The shop will confirm what works for your schedule.

What's included in the price?

The activity includes all SUP or canoe equipment, life jacket, water shoes, liability insurance, a participant coupon page for local restaurants, and free photo data from the session. Parking (1,000–2,000 yen) is separate.

Will the tour run if the weather is bad?

Tours operate in rain, but the shop may cancel if field conditions become unsafe. You'll be notified of any changes, and the shop can help reschedule you for another time.