Glass Bottom Boat Tour in Okinawa
Last updated: September 13, 2026
See Okinawa's reefs without getting wet: the ORCA glass bottom boat cruises out of Naha over crystal-clear water, its glass viewing cabin turning the seabed into a slow-drifting aquarium of coral, tropical fish and swaying sea plants. Dry, calm and effortless, it is the way to meet the island's underwater world when snorkeling or diving isn't on the cards — settle in below deck for the views, or take in the sea air from the open deck above.
Itinerary
- Stop at: Naha Port
Frequently Asked Questions
About an hour on the water — long enough to drift over the reefs and take in the marine life below, short enough to slot between a morning in Naha and an afternoon on the beach.
The boat leaves from Naha Port, at 2-1 Tondocho — around a ten-minute walk from Asahibashi Station on the Yui Rail monorail, or a short taxi ride from Kokusai-dori.
No swimming involved — you stay completely dry, watching the reef through the glass panels below deck. That makes it one of the easiest ways for small children, grandparents and non-swimmers to see Okinawa's underwater life up close.