Explore limestone caves! Caving in Iriomote Island can be enjoyed by anyone!
Table of Contents
- 1 What is a limestone cave?
- 2 Features of Caving in Iriomote Island
- 3 Stalactites that can be seen in limestone caves in Iriomote Island
- 4 Recommended Caving Tours in Iriomote Island
- 4.1 Discover the new charm of Iriomote Island! Explore subtropical jungle limestone caves (caving)!
- 4.2 Iriomote Island Unexplored Jungle Cruise & Stalactite Cave Experience Tour
- 4.3 Conquer Iriomote Island by SUP or Canoe Explore limestone caves & "Miracle Island" landing tour
- 4.4 Clear subtropical streams and the mystery of nature Geeta Falls Shower Trekking & Limestone Cave Exploration
- 5 summary
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Iriomote Island, also known as the "Galapagos of the East," is a treasure trove of subtropical life. It has formed a unique ecosystem. Deep in the dense mangrove jungle, nature is nurtured in a way that cannot be seen in other areas.
In such Iriomote Island, there is a splendidlimestone caveDo you know that there are such limestone caves in Iriomote Island? In Iriomote Island, you can explore such limestone caves with your whole body.."caving"The activity called "caving" is very popular. This time, we would like to introduce caving tours in Iriomote Island.
What is a limestone cave?
Ishigaki and Iriomote Islands were formed by coral reefs rising from the ocean floor. The coral reefs that rose to the surface over a long period of time became limestone strata, and the limestone was dissolved by water to form large, uneven hollows that became large caves.
This cave is.limestone caveAnd the uneven areas in thestalactiteThey are called "limestone caves. Because limestone caves are also geological formations themselves, fossils of fish, shellfish, and various other creatures are sometimes found in them.
Features of Caving in Iriomote Island
This is a relatively new activity on Iriomote Island!
The Iriomotejima limestone caves were created by the nature of Iriomote Island over tens of thousands of years, but in fact, it is only relatively recently that they have become an activity that can be enjoyed.
It is recommended for those who want to enjoy the spectacular nature as well as the jungle and ocean of Iriomote Island!
You can also enjoy the jungle of Iriomote Island.
Caving in Iriomote Island is characterized by authentic jungle. Iriomote Island is dotted with rivers with mangrove jungles such as Nakama River, Yutun River, Maera River, and Gora River, which boast the largest mangrove basin area in Japan. Especially, the Nakama River watershed area is designated as a national natural monument as "Nakama River Natural Protected Area".
Its vast jungle is so large that it covers a quarter of the area of mangrove forests in the whole of Japan, giving visitors a sense of the grandeur of nature.
Enjoyable for people of all ages
This is the point where people of all ages can experience limestone cave exploration.
Caving is a challenging and dangerous activity that requires a relatively young age group.
Feel the sense of adventure.
Wearing a helmet and a light, exploring the cave through the rocks is a bit of an adventure! It is an extraordinary experience.
You can take a lot of beautiful pictures.
Each of the spots visited for caving in Iriomote Island is rich in nature and is also a very beautiful photo spot.
A mangrove jungle overflowing with greenery, a river with a beautiful contrast between the sunlight filtering through the trees and the water, a limestone cave that combines fragility and mystery, and a powerful waterfall. All of them are beautiful sights that cannot be captured anywhere else. Let's try caving in Iriomote Island and take beautiful pictures.
You get free photo data.
Some people may think that caving locations are dark or have watery areas, making it difficult to preserve memories, but this is not the case on a tour.
In Iriomote Island caving tours,Your guide will take pictures with a special waterproof camera.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Also, the photo data isAll for free!It comes with the great privilege of doing so. Request photos from different angles!
Stalactites that can be seen in limestone caves in Iriomote Island
Stalactites seen in caving in Iriomote IslandThere are several types of stalactites that can be seen in the limestone caves of Iriomote Island. Here are some of the most characteristic ones.
stone with icicle-shaped face and large stones placed on it (e.g. on a rock face)
These are probably the most common type of stalactites that come to mind when people think of limestone caves.
These are stones that hang from the ceilings of caves and resemble icicles. They are formed by rainwater seeping in from outside the cave and seeping out from the ceiling.
It is said to grow only about one millimeter per year because of the very "raindrops perforating the stone," so think and consider how it has grown over a very long period of time.
stalagmite
Contrary to icicle stones, stalactites grow upward like bamboo shoots from the cave floor. They are formed by crystallization from mineral-laden groundwater falling from the ceiling.
Stone Pillar
Stalagmites and quail stones are attached to stalagmites to form stalagmites. When groundwater easily descends through the quail stones, stalagmites are more likely to form underneath.
The stone pillar is the stone that connects these two. Therefore, it is the rarest of the three stalactites introduced here.
Recommended Caving Tours in Iriomote Island
Discover the new charm of Iriomote Island!
Exploration of subtropical jungle limestone caves (caving)!
This is the most orthodox limestone cave exploration tour in Iriomote Island. You can enjoy simple but authentic caving and feel the original power of limestone caves and the breath of nature. Iriomote Island is a land with a number of limestone caves, and Iriomote limestone cave is the most popular among them. Iriomote limestone caves are characterized by three interconnected limestone caves.
The first is a large cave with a large entrance, the second is a smaller cave, and the third is a very narrow cave with an entrance that is probably 100 meters long. The third cave, in particular, is characterized by the fact that you have to bend down a bit to walk through a pitch-dark area with no light along the way, an experience that comes to mind when one hears the word "caving expedition.
In addition to caving, you can also see various plants and other plants on the way to the caves. You can also see a tree with board-like roots called ita-roe, which is famous as a photo spot and where many people take pictures.
Iriomote Island Unexplored Jungle Cruise & Stalactite Cave Experience Tour
Cruising the popular rivers of Iriomote Island by SUP or canoe will make you feel as if you are playing in an athletic field.
Experience the jungle of Iriomote with this very economical plan that allows you to enjoy four activities in one tour: cruising by SUP or canoe, jungle exploration, waterfall play, and limestone cave exploration.
Conquer Iriomote Island!
Limestone Cave Exploration & "Miracle Island" Landing Tour
This is a one-day plan that includes "Barasu Island Landing" to the "Iriomotejima Unexplored Jungle Cruise & Trekking & Stalactite Cave Experience Tour" introduced one before!
Barras Island is an uninhabited island formed by a heap of pure white coral fragments. It is also called "Miracle Island" because it sinks into the sea at high tide.
The main feature is that it is not a sandy beach, but is made up of only pieces of coral. It is a very popular spot used for various photo shoots.
Clear subtropical streams and the mysteries of nature
Geeta Falls shower trekking & limestone cave exploration
There are many various waterfalls in Iriomote Island. The famous ones are Pinaisara Falls and Yutun Falls.
However, some people may think that it is a bit difficult and difficult for beginners.
In this respect, Geeta Falls is more easily accessible than other waterfalls, and thus attracts many tourists. The jungle is lined with a series of monster trails, which gives an indication that many people have visited the area.
A little further on, you will arrive at the Gaeta River. You can also enjoy a zigzag walk up the stream of the Gaeta River.
At the end of the day, you will have many opportunities to enter the river and feel the sour trekking. When you climb up, you will reach Geeta Falls.
The clear stream will give you a sense of exhilaration and the mystery of nature. In the afternoon, explore the caves. You will be able to experience the real thrill of trekking through the limestone caves.
Experience three subtropical streams, waterfalls, and limestone caves and feel the cool air.
summary
How was it? Iriomote Island is a land where nature and people coexist. The soil is rich in ups and downs due to the submarine uplifted land, and it is a perfect place for jungle and limestone cave exploration. If you would like to enjoy caving, please give it a try. We hope this article will make you want to try caving in Iriomote Island.
Thank you for reading to the end.
