A superb snorkeling experience! Thorough explanation of Barasu Island and Hatoma Island tours from Iriomote Island
Table of Contents
- 1 From Iriomote Island to Barasu Island and Hatoma Island! Introducing Attractions and Highlights
- 2 What is Barasu Island? A spectacular snorkeling experience on a coral island
- 3 What is Hatoma Island like? A thorough explanation of this healing remote island!
- 4 Staff's Selection Introducing 3 recommended tours to Barasu Island!
- 5 Day Trips OK☆! Introducing 3 recommended Hatoma Island tours
- 6 summary
From Iriomote Island to Barasu Island and Hatoma Island!
Attractions and Highlights
The Barasu Island and Hatoma Island tours departing from Iriomote Island will truly be a memory of a lifetime!
Barras Island, an untouched place where nature comes aliveandHatoma Island, a special island of tranquility and healingare both places where you can enjoy a luxurious moment. Relax to the fullest and feel the power of nature☆.
◆For more information about Hatoma Island and recommended tours
◆For more information about Barras Island and recommended tours
◆Searching for snorkeling tours that you can participate in with your children
Introducing the charm of Barasu Island and Hatoma Island and recommended tours♪
Click here for Barasu Island Tour Ranking
Click here for Hatoma Island Tour Ranking
What is "Barras Island"?
Spectacular snorkeling experience on a coral island.
Barras Island is,One of the best snorkeling spots in OkinawaIt is known as a "paradise" and is like a paradise itself!
The pure white coral reefs and crystal clear waters are as beautiful as glass. Snorkeling will definitely make you feel as if you have stepped into another world.
Tropical fish swimming in the sea and colorful corals welcome you. This is the moment when you can enjoy the most spectacular view ever!
⬇︎Click here for snorkel tours held on Baras Island.
Basic Information on Barasu Island
Barras Island is an uninhabited island only a few dozen meters in diameter, made up of pieces of white coral reef that do not appear on any maps. Its spectacular scenery has been used in wedding movies and featured in numerous media reports.
It has been used for the filming of various TV programs and commercials, and is also a popular location for the filming of a commercial for Orion Beer, a local Okinawan beer manufacturer.
Access: about 40 minutes from Ishigaki Island, about 10 minutes from Uehara Port in Iriomote Island
How to get to Barras Island
Barras Island is,About 10 minutes by boat from Iriomote IslandIt is located at a distance of 1.5 kilometers from the island, and is very easy to access. Tours departing from Yasuda Port or Ohara Port in Iriomote Island are the mainstream, and anyone can visit easily!
The uninhabited island, which takes only a few minutes to reach, offers unspoiled nature and is sure to be a luxurious place to spend time! The endless blue ocean and the quiet air will make you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life♪
⬇︎Click here for Barasu Island tour with ferry from Ishigakijima⇄Iriomotejima
Activities you can enjoy on the Barras Island Tour
Snorkeling on Barras Island is like stepping into a beautiful underwater world that looks like a painting, and you will be impressed by the colorful fish swimming around you!
Snorkeling is the main activity, but there are other enriching experiences waiting for you!
In winter and other cold weather, it is possible to enjoy fishing on the boat without going into the sea.
Each activity will be a wonderful and memorable experience.
Click here for Iriomote Island Tour Popularity Ranking
What is Hatoma Island like?
A thorough description of the healing remote islands!
Hatoma Island is a quiet and serene island that makes you forget your busy daily life.A place where people's voices are distant and the sounds of nature dominate.You will surely be healed in body and soul as you feel the gentle flow of time in Okinawa!
After enjoying snorkeling on Barasu Island, spending time relaxing on Hatoma Island is luxury itself. The beautiful sea and the calm air will make you feel relaxed and at peace.
⬇︎Here are snorkel tours held on Hatoma Island
Basic Information on Hatoma Island
Hatoma Island isLocated in the northern part of Iriomote IslandThe island is a remote island belonging to the Yaeyama Archipelago. With an area of about 1㎢ and a population of about 40 people, it is a small island with unspoiled nature and the original landscape of Okinawa.
The island is dotted with small villages where visitors can catch a glimpse of traditional Okinawan culture and lifestyle. Just walking around the island is a relaxing experience.
Access: about 50 minutes from Ishigaki Island, about 15 minutes from Uehara Port in Iriomote Island
How to get to Hatoma Island
The main means of access to Hatoma Island is by boat from Iriomote IslandAbout 15 minutes from Uehara PortYou can arrive in
There is also a direct ferry service from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, so unless you also want to go sightseeing in Iriomote Island, we recommend you to go there from Ishigaki Island!
Also, tours departing from Kohama Island are also available, so please consider it according to your itinerary♪
⬇︎ Click here for ☆ Boat Charter Plan from Kohama Island
Activities you can enjoy on Hatoma Island Tour
Snorkeling is not the only way to enjoy Hatoma Island!
You can enjoy kayaking or stand-up paddle (SUP) in the calm waters, or take a walk around the island and get in touch with Okinawa's nature.
Also, visiting the fishing village of Hatoma Island and meeting the local people will be a special experience... a truly healing place.
⬇︎ Click here for recommended tours including sightseeing in Hatoma Island.
Staff Selection
Introducing 3 recommended tours of Baras Island.
There are several options for tours to Barras Island. From day tours to half-day tours, there are a wide variety of plans to fit your travel time.
Here are some recommended tours that you can choose according to your own schedule and physical condition♪
Iriomote Island Mangrove SUPor Canoe &
"Miracle Island" Barasu Island Snorkeling Tour
World Heritage Iriomote IslandMangrove SUPor Canoeing and Barasu Island SnorkelingsetPlan! This is a great deal set including Ishigaki Island⇄Iriomotejima Island ferry ticket♪.
Activities in Iriomote Island, where more than 90% is filled with jungle, will surely be the best time to experience the extraordinary☆.
⬇︎ for more information on SUPor Canoe & Snorkel Tours
Barasu Island Snorkeling & from Ishigaki Island
Yubu Island" Buffalo Car Tour
On the island of Barras, known as the "Island of MiraclesSnorkeling and sightseeing in Yubu IslandHere is a plan to enjoy the two "islands" of
Yubu Island is a remote island located about 15 minutes by buffalo car from Iriomote Island. This is a full-day plan that allows you to enjoy the beautiful sea and observe plants and creatures unique to the subtropical zone.
⬇︎ for more information about Snorkel & Yubu Island Tour
Barras Island Snorkeling &
Excitement Max! Canyoning Tour
Day trip participation from Ishigaki Island is also acceptable!Barras Island Snorkeling and Canyonings one-day tour!
Canyoning is an exhilarating activity that takes you down a canyon with only your body! Life jackets and helmets are worn, so safety measures are taken.
⬇︎ for more information on snorkeling and canyoning tours.
Day trip participation OK☆.
Introducing 3 recommended Hatoma Island tours.
Hatoma Island has no airport, so access is a bit difficult, but the beauty of the sea is exceptional and should be seen at least once in your life!
Many day tours are available.Three of the most recommended ones as they are being held are as follows:â
<A full day of events
Hatoma Island Sightseeing & Barasu Island Snorkel Tour
The largest coral reef in Japan, called "Ishinishi lagoonSnorkeling at Barasu Island and exploring Hatoma IslandThis is a special tour that is now available in
The tour includes not only ferry transportation during the tour, but also a homemade lunch specially prepared by the guide and free photo shooting, so you can fully enjoy your time in Okinawa with nothing in your hands.
⬇︎[1 Day] Hatoma Island Sightseeing & Barasu Island Tour Details
＜Half-day event starting in the afternoon.
Hatoma Island Sightseeing & Snorkel Tour
Held in the afternoon, even if you wake up late in the morning.3.5 hours for a quick enjoymentHatoma Island" sightseeing and snorkeling tour.
It is easy to adjust to the changeable Okinawan weather and your child's physical condition, so be sure to check it out!
⬇︎[Half Day] Hatoma Island Sightseeing & Snorkeling Tour Details
Charter from Kohama Island
Boat Charter Plan with a choice of destinations
Rent a boat and have it to yourselves.Charter plans to enjoy original plansÂ
Departures and arrivals from various islands such as Ishigaki, Taketomi, Kohama, and Iriomote Islands are also available, allowing you to enjoy the deep sea of the Yaeyama Islands.
⬇︎ for more information on boat charter plans
summary
Easy to access and easily accessible by boat from Iriomote Island, this tour is perfect for families, couples, and friends to visit Hatoma Island and Barasu Island!
We invite you to experience the wonderful experiences on these remote islands and make your trip memorable and special☆.
⬇︎ Read the article at ⬇︎
