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Let's go on a kayak adventure in the subtropical jungle☆!
Iriomotejima Mangrove Kayak Half Day TourThis is a half-day experience tour of mangrove kayaking (canoeing). We will take you to the field where you can enjoy the nature of Iriomote in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, not to the famous sightseeing spots.
The main field is the Nakama River, a treasure house of living things. You will go through a tunnel in the forest that only a kayak (canoe) can go through, where sightseeing boats cannot go!
⬇︎ Afternoon courses are available here: ⬇︎
It boasts the largest mangrove watershed area in Japan!
Guide to Nakama River (Nakama River)It is a large river boasting the largest mangrove basin area in Japan, and is a popular activity spot where you can go up by pleasure boat or kayak.
The river is over 200 meters wide near its mouth, and the view of the magnificent river and mangroves from the Nakama Bridge is exceptional. Mangrove forests cover approximately 300 hectares on both banks of the river, the largest in Japan, and are designated as a national natural monument.
During low tide, go ashore on the mudflats and look for Iriomote Island's unique creatures such as the Southern Flying Goby and the Southern Comet Crab!
Children and beginners are welcome!
Safety and security with full support from guides☆.After a paddling lecture and instruction on how to operate the kayak, we will head for the mangrove river.
We will slowly familiarize you with the area and aim to reach tributaries with mangroves all around, but there is no set destination, so you can enjoy the experience at your own pace.
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Hours. Contents 9:20 (or 9:50) Pick-up at Ohara Port or your hotel
*If you are coming from outside of Iriomote Island, please board a ferry bound for Ohara Port.
Embarkation time will be provided by your guide at the time of reservation confirmation.
➡︎ to purchase Yaeyama Kanko Ferry tickets.this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)To the Mangrove 10:00 After the lecture, kayaking & nature observation 12:30 Arrival / Drop-off *Times are approximate.
Subject to change depending on sea conditions and weather.
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Price Adult:8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Children (6-11 years old):7,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Toddlers (3-5 years old):3,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.Fee includes Guide fee, canoe set, life jacket, marine shoes, insurance personal effects Clothing or swimsuit (worn beforehand) that can get wet, change of clothes, towel, drink, sun protection Meeting and Dismissal Location Ohara Port, each hotel (around Ohara Port) Location pale chub (Zacco platypus) Holding period year round Opening Hours 9:20 (or 9:50)-12:30 Age Range 3 years old and up
There is no upper limit to the number of participants, but healthy people who are moderately active on a regular basis are welcome to join the program.Number of participants From 1 person (minimum of 1 person) cofferdam By 18:00 the day before *The exact meeting time and place will be provided in the reservation confirmation e-mail.
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Access & Pick-up & Drop-off
You can join us on a day trip from other islands.
*Times may vary depending on sea conditions.◆Ishigaki IslandFor those coming to Ohara Port from
The guide will inform you of the boarding time when your reservation is confirmed.
*Ferry fare (Ishigaki Island - Ohara Port) is not included in the tour price. To purchase tickets for Yaeyama Kanko Ferrythis way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)It is possible from
*For lunch, we recommend that you make a reservation or purchase a box lunch, as there are few restaurants around Ohara Port.◆Iriomote Island/Eastern partIf you are staying at
→Please meet us at your rental car or we will pick you up at your accommodation (it will be around 9:20~9:50 am, we will inform you after the reservation is confirmed).◆Iriomote Island/WestIf you are staying at
→Please come to Ohara Port by rental car or local bus.*If you are coming by rental car and staying on Iriomote Island, please be sure to contact us.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. By sea kayak.Will my clothes get wet?When rowing, you basically get your upper body (especially your arms) wet. If your body gets wet in warm water, you feel rather good! Let's have fun with water filling.Q. What is the difference between the two?beginnereventourCan I participate in theMost of our clients are new or beginners. We will give you a lecture, so you do not need to worry. We also use two-person kayaks, so you can enjoy yourself without worries.Q. What is the difference between the two?How do I change my clothes?Before the tour begins, we ask that you be dressed and ready to go by the time we pick you up.
Please confirm the following correspondence after the tour.
Hotel pick up and drop off
In the case of hotel pick-up, we will take you directly to your hotel without changing your clothes after the tour.
《Customers to be picked up and dropped off at the port》.
You can change your clothes at the office and we will take you to the port after changing.Q. What time can I catch the ferry to Ishigaki Island after the tour?The time of the boat you will board will be given at the time of your reservation.Q. Can I participate during pregnancy?You may participate. However, you must be in stable health.
Please also note that there is no solid medical system on remote islands, and while insurance coverage is available for normal injuries, it does not apply to events related to your pregnancy. - word of mouth
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550代Submitted Month: 2025/04I was worried about joining the tour alone, but it was no problem at all. He is a wonderful instructor who respects the nature of Iriomote. His teaching style is also very attentive. The mangrove forest was just as I had imagined, and it was really wonderful and more impressive than I had expected. While we were having lunch, it started to rain like a guerrilla downpour, and the instructor, who was worried about us, came to pick us up. I was very touched by his thoughtfulness.
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530代Month of posting: 2025/03I joined this kayak tour because I wanted to enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island quietly. The experience of going through the mangrove forest in a quiet and relaxing place, not a sightseeing spot, was wonderful! The tunnel-like scenery of the Nakama River was a special kayaking experience. The guide was kind and explained the flora and fauna as we went along, which deepened my understanding of nature. Looking for southern flying foxes on the mudflats was also fun, and we enjoyed relaxing and having fun as a family.
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540代Month of posting: 2025/02Even a kayaking beginner could enjoy this tour! The guide carefully taught us how to paddle and operate the kayak, so even though it was my first time, it went smoothly. The mangrove forest in the Nakama River around Ohara Port felt like a jungle expedition as we proceeded through a narrow river that was inaccessible by boat. It was fun and relaxing to look for creatures in the river as we went along. It was a tour that made me feel at one with nature!
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560代Month of posting: 2024/06It was the first time I had tried canoeing since 20 years ago. The guidebooks show us on a narrow river through the mangroves, but we started from the wide lower reaches of the Nakama River until we got there. I was nervous and nervous, but with the calm and skillful guidance of the guide, I was able to enjoy it from the middle of the river. I was in the same position for two hours, but my muscles did not ache and it was an enjoyable memory.
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560代Submitted Month: 2023/05I was half anxious and half curious about kayaking, but it turned out to be a great and unforgettable experience for me. The mouth of the Nakama River is a very broad and large river. To be honest, I was thinking that I would experience kayaking only after moving to the backcountry to some extent. However, after a brief pre-trip training, we were told "Let's get going" and started from the mouth of the Nakama River! (Sweat) There were some waves and wind, so I prepared myself like a fallen warrior with no way to escape unless I paddled out into the open sea (laugh), and under the guidance of the instructor, I paddled out into the Nakama River. At first, I was not able to handle the paddle well and was impatient because I could not find the direction I wanted to go, but thanks to the instructor who gently (and patiently) guided me repeatedly, I gradually got the hang of it and began to enjoy the magnificent scenery and the ever-changing surface of the river. The climax of the trip was the hirugi (hollyhock). The climax was when we entered a large colony of hirugi (mangrove). It is a place where no one can set foot. In the dignified silence, we were startled by the occasional alarming "pan" sound made by the tephos! We proceeded through the mysterious jungle air, bumping our kayaks against the roots of the hirugi (mangrove). It was a moving experience! That is the only word I can use to describe it. I would definitely like to try this activity with my wife next time, as we can enjoy the mystery and power of nature even at this age. If you have not experienced this activity, please give it a try! Thank you very much for your help to Churanesia.
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450代Month of posting: 2023/03I enjoyed it very much and felt the island style including the guide brother! Please enjoy yourselves without trying to get sunburned.
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550代Month of posting: 2022/12My family of three joined the tour. Despite it being December, the day was miraculously sunny and the waves were calm, allowing us to experience the best scenery and the spectacular mangroves. The instructor was fun and gave us clear explanations, and we had a great time. We are planning to join the full day course including trekking next time.
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540代Month of posting: 2022/10I participated in this tour with my 5-year-old boy and three other parents and their children. We paddled the canoe in a relaxed manner and enjoyed the great outdoors. My child was very interested in seeing mangrove flowers and giant hermit crabs for the first time. The small group made it easy for us to relax even with children. Thank you very much.
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530代Month of posting: 2022/10We were able to make a reservation after 5:00 pm the day before and were accepted. First, we were taught how to paddle before getting on the kayak. Both of us were beginners, and at first we were not able to paddle in the direction we wanted, but we were taught carefully and gradually got the hang of it. It was a lot of fun to go so close to the mangroves, which is something you can only do by kayak!
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430代Month of posting: 2022/08We booked the day before but were accepted. There were two groups of five participants, and the guide was very attentive to beginners. The guide was very knowledgeable about the plants and creatures of Iriomote Island, and we found a small crab on a sandbar at low tide, and he told us about the different types of mangroves. It was also great that he took us to a tributary where we could only go by kayak and enjoy the spectacular view. We were also picked up from our lodgings and sent directly to the harbor on the way back with the use of a changing room, so it would be easy for those without a rental car to join the tour.
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440代Month of posting: 2022/06While most of the plans were near Uehara Port, it was helpful to have a plan near Ohara Port! It was very enjoyable!
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Adult:8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Child (6-11 years old): 7,000 yen Infant (3-5 years old): 3,000 yen |
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| time zone | 9:20 (or 9:50) - 12:30 |
| the time required | Approx. 3 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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