Let's go to Onna Village with its charming blue cave during Silver Week! Recommended Sightseeing Spots and Activities
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Onna Village During Silver Week
Silver Week is a long holiday period that occurs in late September, consisting of a series of public holidays and weekends.
Recently, more and more people have been combining their time off with Silver Week to take an extended vacation. While summer is undoubtedly the most popular time to visit Onna Village, one of Okinawa’s premier resort destinations, Silver Week is also a great time to go.
In this post, we’ll introduce the charms of Onna Village in late September.
The Benefits of Traveling During Silver Week
One of the great things about visiting Onna Village during Silver Week is that travel costs are lower than in the summer.
However, the benefits of traveling during this time of year go beyond just the cost of the trip.
Pleasant Climate and Best Time to Visit
While high temperatures and strong UV rays from the sun are certainly a concern in Onna Village during the summer, visiting during Silver Week in late September allows you to enjoy the atmosphere of late summer. In fact, many repeat visitors consider this late-summer period—Silver Week—to be the best time to visit Onna Village.
It’s still warm enough to spend the whole day in a T-shirt, shorts, and sandals. However, you might feel a bit chilly in air-conditioned rooms or at night.
We recommend bringing long-sleeved shirts and socks just in case.
Even though it’s the end of summer, Okinawa is located at a low latitude, so it’s essential to protect yourself from UV rays. Also, while they’re not very common, you should be prepared for the possibility of typhoons even in late September.
It’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or a waterproof jacket.
I can go on a long trip
By using paid time off and other leave to add a few extra days, Silver Week becomes a long holiday. And as mentioned earlier, one of the appeals of traveling during Silver Week is that travel costs are lower.
That’s why you can plan a longer trip and fully enjoy the resort. Unlike during summer vacation, it’s not overrun with tourists.
The real joy of traveling during Silver Week is being able to take your time and enjoy a trip that suits your own preferences.
You can enjoy a variety of activities
Even though summer is coming to an end, the water is still warm, making this the perfect season to enjoy Onna Village’s many attractions—including its world-class marine activities—and explore a wide variety of things to do.
What sets Onna Village’s marine activities apart is that you can enjoy the ocean not only underwater and on the water’s surface, but also from the air.
Underwater, you can go diving or snorkeling; on the water, you can try stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, or kayaking; and from the air, you can enjoy the view of the ocean while parasailing.
We hope you enjoy your time in Onna Village during Silver Week and make some wonderful memories.
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Recommended Activities
There are a variety of recommended activities in Onna Village.
In addition to classic activities like diving and canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding has become popular recently, and the range of activities available continues to grow year by year.
Here, we’ll introduce some of the most popular activities in Onna Village.
diving
You might think you need a license to go diving, but most of the diving in Onna Village consists of introductory dives.
A trial dive is a diving experience designed for beginners, where participants first learn the basics—such as how to use the equipment, safety precautions while diving, and how to equalize ear pressure—and then dive into the ocean accompanied by an instructor or guide. You can participate even without a diving license.
Unlike recreational diving, which requires a license, you can only dive to a depth of 12 meters here. However, the crystal-clear waters offer excellent visibility, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely underwater stroll. If you’re diving in Onna Village, the Blue Cave is definitely a must-see.
Inside the cave, where sunlight streaming in through the entrance reflects off the walls in a blue glow, a breathtaking scene unfolds—one unlike anything you’ve ever seen.
As you dive deeper into the ocean, the way this mysterious blue color grows even deeper is a sight you won’t want to miss.
Of course, it’s not just the Blue Grotto—you can also encounter vibrant coral reefs and plenty of tropical fish at diving spots in the open ocean.
Equipment is available for rent during the tour, so please feel free to join us.
snorkeling
While diving involves going underwater, snorkeling is an activity where you look into the water from the surface.
Since our tours focus on shallow waters, they’re perfect for family trips with young children. Of course, beginners will receive an introductory lesson first, where they’ll learn how to use the equipment.
Since I’ve come all the way to the ocean in Onna Village, I just can’t go home without taking a look underwater.
The crystal-clear waters offer a view all the way to the seabed, where coral reefs dot the landscape and schools of colorful tropical fish swim.
During Silver Week, the water temperature is still warm, so you can really enjoy the summer ocean.
marine sports
During Silver Week in Onna Village, there are plenty of marine sports to enjoy besides diving and snorkeling.
Popular activities include "marine walks," where participants wear helmets supplied with oxygen to walk along the seabed; canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), which glide across the water; and parasailing, which offers a bird's-eye view of the ocean.
All of our activity tours include introductory sessions for beginners, and you can rent any necessary equipment.
Since you’re here at the beautiful beaches of Onna Village, be sure to enjoy the wide variety of activities available.
Recommended Tours
Here are some recommended tours in Onna Village for Silver Week.
Guide Exclusive! SUP Course
Have you ever been on a large tour where you couldn’t hear the guide clearly or couldn’t find the right moment to ask a question?
Onna Village offers fully private tours where you have the guide all to yourself.
Since this is an exclusive tour reserved solely for your group, you can relax and enjoy yourselves among friends. Even if the group grows, we’ll assign one guide for every two to three people.
Even if you’ve never tried SUP before, you’ll have a guide all to yourself, so they can teach you the basics and take you to spots only locals know—ensuring you have a great time on the tour.
Of course, you can also have your picture taken.
Beginners welcome! Blue Cave Snorkel Course
Even if you’re not a strong swimmer or aren’t confident in your physical fitness, snorkeling is the perfect way to enjoy Okinawa’s ocean. On this tour, you’ll start by practicing thoroughly in shallow water where you can touch the bottom before heading out into the ocean.
Even families with children and first-time snorkelers can fully enjoy the experience. Our staff will also take photos of you enjoying the snorkeling during the tour.
You can also try your hand at feeding the tropical fish, so you’ll get to enjoy watching the colorful fish swim right up to you.
We run these tours even with small groups, so please feel free to join us.
Blue Cave Experience Diving
As mentioned earlier, a trial dive is a tour that even those without a diving license or beginners can join. Why not dive into the waters of the Blue Cave and take in the breathtaking underwater scenery?
Since you’ve made the trip all the way to Onna Village, the Blue Cave is a must-see. Diving in the magical Blue Cave is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
This tour also includes a photo service to capture your diving experience.
If you visit the Blue Cave, you're sure to get some great photos!
summary
How was your trip to Onna Village during Silver Week?
Even with fewer tourists, the activities available remain the same.
Unlike summer vacation, this will be a luxurious getaway where you can really relax.
Be sure to visit Onna Village during Silver Week.
