Iriomote Island Canoe & Trekking Tour
Notice of Fare Revision from April 1, 2025 This is a recommended tour for those who want to leisurely enjoy the nature of Iriomote. Paddle a canoe gently down the Nishida River to adventure through the mangrove forests, go on a jungle trek, and at Sangara Falls, experience the refreshing mist of the waterfall or even take a dive into the plunge pool while feeling the negative ions on your skin. Optional: Add a limestone cave experience! We will guide you into the mysterious world of Iriomote Island! The limestone cave offers an exciting and thrilling exploration experience. Additional fee: 3,000 yen per person (same price for adults and children) Adult: Middle school age and older Child: Elementary school age For safety reasons, we do not accept participation from infants or customers aged 65 and older. Additionally, the following individuals are unfortunately not allowed to participate in the tour: ・Those with visual, auditory, or physical disabilities ・Pregnant women ・Individuals with injuries, such as sprains ・Individuals with underlying health conditions that could pose risks during trekking, such as heart disease, diabetes, respiratory conditions, etc. ・Individuals with poor health, such as fever ・Those under the age of 17 participating alone ・Those with a hangover ・Individuals who disrupt group activities ・Those who cannot follow the guide's instructions ・Those who cannot understand the guide or safety instructions in Japanese / English Due to the "Iriomote Island Ecotourism Promotion Master Plan," starting from March 1, 2025, entry to Sangara Falls (a specific natural tourist resource) will require a prior "Entry Application." After completing the reservation with "Yaeyama Kanko Ferry," the activity provider will handle the application process on your behalf. For the application, the following information for all participants is required. Incomplete information will prevent the completion of the procedure. An application fee of 500 yen per person will be charged at the time of application (included in the tour price). Representative: Name, Age, Address, Phone Number, Email Address (mobile phone number and email address must be available on the day of the tour) Accompanying participants: Name, Age, Gender For more information about the "Iriomote Island Ecotourism Promotion Master Plan," please refer to the following link: https://iriomote-ecotourism.jp/field-usage-plan/
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
7 hours
Adult (ages 13-64)
JPY 17,100
Child (ages 7-12)
JPY 12,100
Campaign
Discount! Up to JPY 1,300 OFF!
Participation Date: Oct 1, 2024 ~ Sep 30, 2025
Booked Date: Sep 1, 2024 ~ Sep 30, 2025
Adult (ages 13-64)
JPY 1,300 OFF
JPY 15,800
JPY 17,100
Child (ages 7-12)
JPY 900 OFF
JPY 11,200
JPY 12,100
Highlights
Highlight #1
Leisurely paddle a canoe on the Nishida River, surrounded by mangrove forests.
Highlight #2
During the trekking, you will encounter various flora and fauna while heading towards the hidden waterfall.
Highlight #3
Exit the jungle and reach the 30-meter-wide Sangara Falls!
Highlight #4
This tour allows you to play in the plunge pool and behind the waterfall, filled with negative ions, and directly connect with nature to receive its healing power.
Highlight #5
Get a web discount by booking through this website!
Outline
Schedule
Pickup / Checkin
Dropoff / Checkout
8:00
Ishigaki Port
8:50
Uehara Port, Iriomote Island.
After arrival, transfer to the base camp by private vehicle.
At the base camp, preparation and briefing will be provided.
Canoe up the Nishida River to the upstream.
Jungle trekking.
The intensity is equivalent to ascending and descending the height of a 7-story building round trip.
Sangara Falls
Waterfall play and lunch.
Jungle trekking.
Canoe down to the downstream of Nishida River.
Change clothes at the base camp.
Transfer to Uehara Port, Iriomote Island, by private vehicle.
14:30
Uehara Port, Iriomote Island.
If the Uehara route is canceled due to weather conditions, the departure will changed to Ohara Port at 16:30. *If you add the limestone cave exploration, the return ferry departing from Uehara Port at 16:50 (During Uehara route canceled, it will changed to Ohara Port at 17:35).
15:20
Ishigaki Port
In case of cancellation at Uehara route, arrival in Ishigaki will be at 17:20. If adding the limestone cave experience, arrival in Ishigaki will be at 17:50 (or 18:25 in case of cancellation at Uehara route).
Checkin Times / Locations
7:30
窓口で受付後、乗船となります。 「ユーグレナ石垣港離島ターミナル」には有料駐車場が2つございます。 第1駐車場が満車の場合は第2駐車場をご利用ください。 1時間100円、以後30分毎に50円
Checkout Times / Locations
窓口で受付後、乗船となります。 「ユーグレナ石垣港離島ターミナル」には有料駐車場が2つございます。 第1駐車場が満車の場合は第2駐車場をご利用ください。 1時間100円、以後30分毎に50円
Add-ons / Transportation
Add-ons
Limestone cave experience.
[Description]We will guide you into the mysterious world of Iriomote Island! The limestone cave offers an exciting and thrilling exploration experience![Price]Adult (ages 13-64)JPY 3,000
Child (ages 7-12)JPY 3,000
Plan Information
What's Included
- Round trip ferry tickets
- Guide Fee
- シューズ・ライフジャケット・防水バッグレンタル料
- Lunch
- Insurance Fee
- Entry restriction field application fee.
Restrictions
- This course is available for customers up to 65 years old, taking into consideration safety concerns.
- Customers in their 60s are required to inform us and consult beforehand.
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol before or during the tour. If you are found to be under the influence of alcohol, we may refuse your participation on the day of the tour. In such cases, the cancellation will be considered a customer-initiated cancellation, and a cancellation fee will be charged.
- For safety reasons, please follow the guide's instructions during the tour. If you are unable to cooperate, the tour may be canceled even mid-way. In such cases, no refunds will be issued, so we kindly ask for your understanding.
What to Bring
- Please wear comfortable clothing that covers your skin (e.g., swimsuit + long-sleeve rash guard, athletic pants / leggings + shorts).
- Change of clothes (you cannot board with wet clothes).
- towel
Additional Info
- On the day of participation, please check in at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry counter with the name used for your reservation.
- Online reservations through this website close at 12:00 noon on the day before the tour.
- [Important] Notice for Credit Card Payments The reservation and payment system on this website is provided by Nutmeg. On your credit card statement, the transaction may appear as "Nutmeg" or "Nutmeglabs" instead of this website's URL (BOOK.YAEYAMA.CO.JP). Additionally, the transaction date on the statement will reflect the booking completion date, not the boarding date. Please be aware of this in advance.
Cancellation Policies
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JPY 500
2 days before to 17:00
40%
1 day before to 17:00
50%
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After start time
100%
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