Valley of Gangala

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Valley of Gangala is a subtropical forest that originated when a limestone cave collapsed hundreds of thousands of years ago. The valley occupies an area of about 47,995 square meters, and the distance to walk through the valley is about one kilometers. You can experience an ancient natural environment in the valley where there are large trees called “Giant (Ufushu) Gajumaru trees” known as the wise men of the forest as well as the Inagu Cave and the Ikiga Cave. A full-time guide accompanies tours through the valley in order to protect the abundant nature which is highly valuable to both archaeology and folklore science. The time required to take the tour is about one hour 20 minutes.

Spot details

Address: Okinawa Pref. Nanjoushi Tamagusuku Maekawa 202 Map
Area: Okinawa Island (Southern) Area
Phone: 0989484192
Hours: [Tour departure time] 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
*No entry possible through Tour Exceptions/Advance reservation required
Closed: open everyday (subject to change due to events, etc.)
Fees: [1 person] 2,500 yen (tax included)
*Elementary school age students and underfree accompanied by a guardian
* Junior high school students and older students who present their student ID 1,500 yen (tax included)
Parking Lot: Available(30spaces)
Credit Card: Available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Vegetarian Menu: Not available
English Menu: Available
Note: Temporary suspension of business:Closed until June 19, 2020 (Information as of June 15, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 90 minutes-120 minutes
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

Cafe in a cafe

Reviewed : 2019.09.29

The most unique thing about this cafe is the setting. Beware of the drippings from the stalactites!The cafe serves coffee and drinks only.
Drinks & ice cream

Reviewed : 2018.09.09

Nice coffee shop just before the entrance to the valley. Mostly serving drinks like coffee, tea and various juices, also offers decent ice cream. Nice seating area in a pleasant shade from the cave.
Waiting for the Tour - enjoy the Cave Cafe

Reviewed : 2015.06.01

Have a coffee, or ice cream or buy some souvenirs. It is quite interesting having a cafe in a cave with umbrellas to stop the cave dripping water on you.