Cruise & Ferry Review - Spring/Summer 2022

2 1 5 journey up the river to this hidden, but beautiful, waterfall. Bird watching, on the other hand, offers a more relaxing way to observe some of the native species. These include the Okinawa Rail, a flightless bird whose red bill and black and white striping mark it out as it forages in pairs or small flocks on the forest floor. A particular highlight of the region for visiting cruise guests is Hiji Waterfall. With a 25.7-metre drop, Hiji Waterfall is the tallest waterfall on the island, allowing visitors to see the lush forest spread out below them along the promenade to the top of the falls. The trail is well maintained and offers an easy hike to the top, with one of the highlights of the walk being the opportunity to cross a suspension bridge that spans a valley 17 metres below. CFR Guests can discover hidden locations such as Ta Waterfall while trekking the rivers of the island The Okinawa Rail is one of the many unique species that inhabit Yambaru National Park

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