Muruku Beach is a beach on Hamahiga Island, a small island in Uruma City in the central part of Okinawa’s main island.
It is an island, but a bridge connects it to the mainland, so you can simply drive there.
This is a natural beach known for beautifully clear water and white sand.
There is a good range of marine activities, and a booking desk for them right on the beach.
Only a handful of visitors are ever about, so you can take in Okinawa’s wilder side and get out on the water at the same time.
Ratings for Muruku Beach
*Ratings are the subjective view of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in the prefecture
Muruku Beach at a glance
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Hours | None in particular |
| Swimming fee | Free |
| Jellyfish net | None |
| Lifeguard | None |
| Showers | Yes (paid) |
| Lockers | None |
| Swim gear rental | Yes |
| Activities | Yes |
| Shop | Yes |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Official website | http://www.aqualine-okinawa.com/ |
Muruku Beach has no lifeguard and no jellyfish net, so do take real care if you go in for a swim.
There is a shop and a booking desk for marine activities, which makes it a good choice if getting out on the water is what you are after.
BBQ equipment is available to hire as well, though it does need booking in advance.
[Swim gear rental] - Swim ring - Parasol - Sun lounger - Snorkel and mask - BBQ equipment *For prices, see Aqualine Marine Club
[Marine activities] - Flyboard - Hoverboard - Banana boat - Crazy 8 - Jet ski - Wakeboarding - Snorkeling (from the beach) - Snorkeling (by boat) - And more besides *For prices, see Aqualine Marine Club
Highlights
Clear water and white sand
The clarity of the water here is remarkable.
You can see it even in the photos; it really is a lovely beach.
Countless large rocks
Large rocks are dotted all across the beach, and a few people were resting in the shade beneath them.
They stand 3 to 5 metres high, which is bigger than you would expect and quite a surprise in person.
Plenty of marine activities
There is a good spread of marine activities, with several set up on the beach.
Banana boats, snorkeling and plenty more are all on offer.
The booking desk for marine activities is right by the car park, so asking the staff on the day is well worth doing.
Okinawa at its wildest
The road to Muruku Beach is partly unpaved, and the drive feels like heading through woodland.
The sea and the rocks, shaped entirely by nature, are the real draw.
Access
| Access | About 75 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 202 Katsuren Higa, Uruma City |
| Parking | Yes (paid: 500 yen) |
| Restroom | Yes |
Muruku Beach has a paid car park, and parking costs 500 yen.
See the Google map below for parking details.
What’s nearby Muruku Beach
Hamahiga Beach
Hamahiga Beach is man-made, but it is known for blue water and lovely sand.
A few people were swimming on the beach, and others were having a BBQ.
It is never especially busy, so it suits anyone who wants a slow afternoon by the sea.
Activities in Uruma City
Uruma City offers all kinds of marine activities.
You can book diving, snorkeling, SUP and more.
If you would like to enjoy diving or snorkeling, why not see what is available on Viator or GetYourGuide?
Hotel Hamahigashima Resort
Hotel Hamahigashima Resort is a lovely place to stay with ocean views.
Muruku Beach is within walking distance, and there is an outdoor pool looking out to sea.
If you are staying a night on Hamahiga Island, Hotel Hamahigashima Resort is well worth considering.
A rental car is the way to go in Okinawa
A rental car is by far the best way to get around the main island of Okinawa.
Shuri Castle in Naha, the beautiful beaches up north, American Village in Chatan and the rest are scattered all over the island, so having a car lets you explore at your own pace. Buses are infrequent and rarely run to time, so whether or not you have a car makes a real difference to the trip.
Popular seasons book up quickly, so reserve early once your dates are set.
In summary
This article introduced Muruku Beach.
Muruku Beach is a natural beach known for beautifully clear water and white sand.
With so many marine activities to try, it is a particularly good choice if getting out on the water is what you are after.
There is no lifeguard and no jellyfish net, so do take real care if you go in for a swim.
We hope this article has been of some use.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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