Looking from Hedo Point, you can see a big bird in the distance. I took several pictures, getting a closer views.
Between Hedo Point and the Bird Observatory is a beach, where I picked up some shells.
Looking back, I can see the previous lookout place on Hedo Point.
This map sign shows the big bird.
The wind, water, and waves were much calmer in this protected area. I was taken by surprise as I was shell hunting and the wave washed over my shoes though.
The bird is up a big hill and a long set of stairs. The first view of it is the backside.
You can climb up inside the bird and look out. There are bars on the windows for safety.
This tiny lizard was on the wall, but it didn't move. Maybe it was too cold.
Later in the day, I saw these animals at another rest area.
The sky was dark and cloudy and the wind strong, but still a good day to be on vacation. The destination was Cape Hedo.
This sign was in the restroom at the information center.
After a walk around the area, it was time to head to the big bird observatory in the distance.
More about that next time.
As much as many people act like Covid 19 is over, in my opinion, it is not. This two week holiday trip was my first airplane trip in three years. I want to travel, but I also want to be safe. This vacation was great for outdoor, no-crowd adventures.
Hiji Falls in Yambaru National Park was the perfect place to hike, away from the touristy crowds. The hike takes about 40 minutes each way on a well kept trail, with some steep up and down steps. The end of the trail is Hiji Falls, the tallest waterfalls on the main island of Okinawa at 26 meters.
Looking down from the suspension bridge at about the half way point.
There was a lot of up and down, but it was well worth it when reaching the falls.
