Here is the best place for snorkeling in Iriomote Island! Introducing 9 beaches recommended by local residents!
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西表島でシュノーケリングするならここ！
現地民もおすすめのビーチ9選をご紹介
Speaking of Iriomote IslandThe sea is still clear and blue!
Snorkeling" is the most popular activity in Iriomote Island where you can easily come in contact with sea creatures.
西表島のシュノーケリングスポットは、ビーチから直接エントリーできる初心者向けのスポットが多いのも魅力のひとつです。
◆初心者でも安心して遊べる西表島の海を知りたい方
◆ウミガメや熱帯魚が見られるスポットを知りたい方
◆西表島でおすすめのシュノーケリング情報をチェックしたい方
In this issue, we will introduce in detail the best beaches for snorkeling in Iriomote Island!
Click here for a list of popular snorkeling tours
西表島シュノーケルが初心者に最適な理由
ビーチエントリーで気軽に楽しめる！
「シュノーケリングは初めて」「子どもと一緒でも大丈夫？」そんな不安をお持ちの方にこそ、西表島の海はぴったりです！
ビーチエントリーができるスポットが多く、穏やかで透明度の高い海が広がる西表島なら、初めての方でも安心して海の世界を満喫できますよ！
↓おすすめのシュノーケリングプランはこちら↓
砂浜からそのまま海へ！
ビーチエントリーで気軽にシュノーケリング
西表島のシュノーケリングスポットの魅力は、砂浜から直接海に入れる「ビーチエントリー」ができる場所が多いこと！
ボートに乗り込む必要がないので、自分のペースで海に入ったり出たりできます。
「ちょっと疲れたら休憩」「もう少し潜ってみよう」と自由に楽しめるのがビーチエントリーの大きなメリットです！
遠浅・穏やか・透明度抜群！
初心者やお子様も安心の海
西表島は遠浅のビーチが多く、波が穏やかなスポットが豊富なため、泳ぎが苦手な方やお子様でも安心してシュノーケリングを楽しめます。
透明度が非常に高く、シュノーケルをつけなくても海底のサンゴやカラフルな熱帯魚が見えるほどの場所もあります。
はじめてのシュノーケリングでも、西表島なら自信を持っておすすめできます！
Luxury experience in Iriomote Island!
9 beaches recommended for snorkeling
西表島ではシュノーケリングでビーチエントリーできるビーチや、初心者におすすめのスポットがたくさんあります！
今回はその中から厳選した9選をご紹介します！
↓おすすめのシュノーケリングプランはこちら↓
Hoshisuna Beach (Star Sand Beach)
Iriomote Island's No.1 popular beachThe beach is a beach of star sand. The ocean is shallow, clear and full of coral!
When snorkeling underwater, you will see schools of colorful fish swimming in the water.
The spot is safe for children to enjoy snorkeling because there are no waves coming in front of the large rocky area.
↓Click here for recommended tours at Star Sand Beach.
Access: 10 minutes by car from Uehara Port
Ida's beach
Ida beach is called the most beautiful beach in Iriomote Island, accessible only by sea.
It is a 10-minute boat ride from Shirahama Port to Funauki Port. From there, it is another 10 minutes on foot, but the scenery is so spectacular that all your hard work will be instantly wiped away!
In addition, fewer people come and go compared to other beaches, so you can enjoy the pristine sandy beach at a leisurely pace.
↓Click here for recommended tours held at Ida beach.
Access: 10 minutes by boat from Shirahama Port, 10 minutes walk from there
Maruma Beach
This Maruma Beach is located on the west side of Uehara Port, behind a guest house called "Maruma-so", a 5-minute walk away.
The water clarity is outstanding, and when the weather is clear and the visibility is good, the coral reefs and ocean floor are so clear that you can clearly see them without snorkeling.
港から近く、アクセスがいいのも魅力的！
Access: 5 min. walk from Uehara Port
foghorn
It is a hole-in-the-wall beach in Iriomote Island, often used by local people living in Iriomote Island.
Take a tour because it is difficult for tourists to go alone to this beach, which is located 5 to 10 minutes through the jungle by car to a nearby location!
Access: 10 minutes by car from Uehara Port
Hatoma Island
鳩間島は人口約50人と現地に住む人が少なく、民宿も2つしかない島ですが、海は鳩間ブルーといわれるほどの透明度抜群のビーチです。
定期便は一日一便程しかないので、ツアーに参加しましょう！
The beaches on Hatoma Island are almost deserted, and are highly recommended as they offer a truly private beach experience.
↓Click here for recommended tours on Hatoma Island.
Hatoma, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Barras Island
Barasu Island, the "Miracle Island," is said to be one of only two uninhabited islands in the world made entirely of coral reef fragments.
The size of the island changes with the tide and can disappear at high tide!
Snorkeling at Barras Island is so fascinating that you can only encounter it for a few hours in a day!
シュノーケルだけでなく撮影スポットとしても大人気のため、上陸のみのプランも人気ですよ！
↓Click here for recommended tours in Barasu Island.
↓Click here for Barasu Island Landing Only Tour
Near the island, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa Prefecture
Tour of "Miracle Island" Barasu Island
Click here to see the ranking of popular plans
Minamikaze Mita Beach
Haemida beach is the longest beach in Iriomote Island, located about 10 minutes by car from Ohara Port.
Weather permitting, Hateruma Island can be seen across the shore from this beach.
Snorkeling is available, but there are no restrooms or showers, so please change into your swimsuit beforehand!
Access: 1 hour by car from Uehara Port
Nakano coastline
The beach is located near Nakano village in the northern part of Iriomote Island and is a popular spot for snorkeling and diving due to the abundance of coral and tropical fish.
If you go offshore, you can see coral colonies and larger fish migrating!
339-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 5 minutes by car from Uehara Port
net fishing
Amitori is an area located in the western part of Iriomote Island and is one of the most beautiful coral viewing spots in Okinawa!
Along the coastline, white sand beaches and clear blue waters are overwhelmingly beautiful.
The underwater world is home to colorful corals and tropical fish, offering a taste of a tropical paradise!
What kind of creatures can be observed?
Creatures you can see in Iriomote Island Snorkeling
When snorkeling in Iriomote Island, you should definitely seeSubtropical sea creatures!
西表島で観察できる生き物をご紹介します！
↓西表島の生き物に関する記事はこちら↓
clownfish (Balistoides conspicillum)
Nicknamed "Nemo," he is a member of the "Nemo" family,The popular clownfishcan be seen at many snorkeling spots in Iriomote Island!
The body is a beautiful orange ground color with three thick white bands.
pearl-spot chromis (Chromis notata, species notata var. italica)
Various species of sparrows can be observed, including bright blue, dazzling yellow, conspicuously striped, and cloudless white!
Colorful schools of snappers areAn experience like diving into an aquariumをさせてくれますよ！
sea turtle
Sea turtles are very popular as a symbol of happiness!
The number of individuals is small and can only be observed in certain spots in Iriomote Island,If you want to see sea turtles, join a snorkeling tour.It is.
“今ならお得な特別SALE開催中！
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西表島シュノーケリングの
When is the best season?
西表島でシュノーケリングを楽しむなら、3月〜8月（台風前）がベストシーズンIt is.
とはいえ、旅行の時期はなかなか自由に選べないもの。
そこで、各シーズンの海のコンディションと注意点をまとめました。訪れる時期に合わせて、しっかり準備して楽しみましょう！
3〜5月｜透明度が高く穴場な時期
海が穏やかで透明度が高く、混雑も少ないため、ゆっくりシュノーケリングを楽しみたい方に最適です。
水温もほどよく、初心者でも安心して楽しめます。
6〜8月｜生き物が最も活発な時期
水温が上がり、カクレクマノミやウミガメなどの生き物が最も活発に活動する時期です。
夏休みシーズンで混雑しますが、海のコンディションはシーズン最高峰！台風情報には注意しましょう。
9〜10月｜台風明けは透明度抜群
台風一過の後は海の透明度が非常に高くなることがあります。
ただし台風シーズン真っ只中のため、スケジュールに余裕を持った計画が必要です。
11〜2月｜冬は海が荒れやすい
北風の影響で海が荒れる日が増え、シュノーケリングには不向きな日も多くなります。
ただし晴れた日は穴場的なコンディションになることも。
Advance purchase of ferry tickets is recommended☆.
Visit Iriomote Island conveniently and comfortably!
If you purchase ferry tickets in advance, you can easily board the ferry by simply showing your smartphone on the day of boarding!
There is no need to worry about getting caught in a line at the ticket booth on the day of the event.
Click here to book Iriomote Island ferry tickets.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about snorkeling in Iriomote Island
You can see many tropical fish, including clownfish (Nemo) and schools of brightly colored snappers. If you are lucky, you may see sea turtles, but they are often in specific spots, so taking a tour is also recommended.
Yes, you can enjoy snorkeling. Hoshisuna-no-hama" is especially popular as a spot where children can safely enjoy snorkeling because of its shallow waters and gentle waves.
There are beaches that are easily accessible by individuals, such as Hoshisuna no Hama (beach of star sand), but there are also some beaches that require boats, such as Ida no Hama (beach of ida), and some secluded beaches that are difficult to access without a tour. Tours are also a sure way to see certain creatures such as sea turtles.
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Have you found a beach you want to visit in Iriomote Island?
たくさんのビーチを訪れて、自分のお気に入りのスポットを探してみてください！
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