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Table of Contents
- 1 Let's meet sea turtles on the popular remote island "Mizuna Island!
- 2 How to get to Mizuna Island from Okinawa Main Island
- 3 Attractions of Mizuna Island
- 4 Types of sea turtles living on Mizuna Island
- 5 To meet sea turtles, join a tour!
- 6 High probability of meeting sea turtles! Recommended Marine Activities
- 7 Q&A about sea turtles on Mizuna Island
- 8 summary
Let's meet sea turtles on the popular remote island "Mizuna Island!
Mizuna Island is a remote island west of Motobu Peninsula in Okinawa Prefecture.
Because of its proximity to the main island of Okinawa, many people visit Mizuna Island on a day trip, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the prefecture.On such an island, Mizuna Island, there is "aloggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta)"green turtle (Chelonia mydas)"hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)Three types of sea turtles can be observed in the "Turtle Island" area.
In this issue, we will introduce access to Mizuna Island, its attractions, and recommended tours where you can meet sea turtles!
◆To know the type of sea turtles that can be seen on Mizuna Island and the time of year.
◆If you want to know the recommended tours to swim with sea turtles
First-time visitors to Mizuna Island are also welcome☆.
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How to get to Mizuna Island from Okinawa Main Island
There is a regular boat service to Mizuna Island from Toguchi Port in northern Okinawa,About 15 minutesYou can go there by
Or you can go on the tour guide's own boat.Scheduled vessels cannot be reserved.Therefore, during busy periods such as summer, ferry boarding is secured.Tour use is recommended.It is.
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Attractions of Mizuna Island
Here we introduce Mizuna Island, which continues to be a tourist's choice.
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Excellent transparency! High probability of seeing sea turtles!
The main attraction of Mizuna Island is its crystal clear waters.
In the crystal clear waters, sea turtles, tropical fish, and coral reefs can be observed,Visitors can enjoy a variety of marine activities including swimming in the sea!
Also, because of the shallow beachSafe and enjoyable for small children as wellThe area is crowded with many tourists.
▼Learn more about swimming in the sea
▼ Recommended tours for swimming are here ▼.
Enjoyable throughout the year☆.
The island is great for marine activities!
Mizuna Island is,Warm throughout the year, even in winterwet suitIf you wear aMarine ActivitiesYou can enjoy the
You can see sea turtles in winter, too, if you're lucky.
The island offers a variety of marine activities such as snorkeling, diving, parasailing, and glass boating, which can be enjoyed to your heart's content.
▼Here are some activities you can enjoy in winter
Types of sea turtles living on Mizuna Island
Mizuna Island is known as a place where there is a high probability of encountering sea turtles, but what types of sea turtles inhabit the island?
Three types of sea turtles can be encountered in the waters of Mizuna Island!
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green turtle (Chelonia mydas)
Most sea turtles are carnivores, but adult green turtles are known to be herbivores and their staple diet is seaweed.
Since sea turtles prefer warmer waters, they often appear in the waters of Mizuna Island.
loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta)
Loggerhead turtles are characterized by their large heads and red bodies.
In Japan, spawning has been observed in Wakayama Prefecture, Yakushima Island, and the Nichinan coast.
hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
The hawksbill turtle is smaller in size than the green and loggerhead turtles.
The shell is heart-shaped, but as it grows, it becomes more rounded.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
To meet sea turtles, join a tour!
If you want to meet sea turtles, the best way is to join a tour.The encounter rate during the tour was more than 901 TP3T!
With an experienced local instructor guiding you, you have a much better chance of seeing sea turtles than if you look for them yourself.
High probability of meeting sea turtles!
Recommended Marine Activities
Here are some recommended marine activities where you can meet sea turtlesIntroduction.
There are many tours that include a round-trip boat ticket to Mizuna Island, so be sure to check them out!
snorkeling
If you are able to encounter sea turtles while snorkeling, there is a good chance you will be able to swim with them.
The size, grace, and cuteness of the sea turtles that you witness at close range will impress you!
Many tours are open to small children, making the trip a memorable one.
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diving
Diving is a marine activity in which people enjoy swimming freely in the sea.
Dive deeper than snorkeling, so you can observe sea turtles up close.
Because of its freedom in the sea, it looks like aSwim with sea turtles as if you were one with the seais characterized byIt is.
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Q&A about sea turtles on Mizuna Island
If you are lucky, you may encounter sea turtles while snorkeling. In particular, there is a good chance of encountering them in the shallow coral area, which is a feeding ground.
The basic rule is not to touch or chase wild sea turtles, but to keep a distance of 2 to 3 meters. By not startling them, you can observe them in a more natural way.
In the mornings, it tends to be easier to encounter sea turtles because the water is clear and they are often resting in the shallows. The time of day when there are fewer tour participants is also a good time to visit.
summary
How about the sea turtles on Mizuna Island, which we introduced this time?
Mizuna Island has a fairly high probability of encountering sea turtles in Japan!
Those who wish to meet sea turtles are advised to join marine activity tours.
Thank you for taking the time to read this to the end.
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