Enjoy mangrove kayaking in Iriomote Island!
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Canoeing in Iriomote Island is full of attractions!
The greatest attraction of Iriomote Island is its magnificent nature. Looking out over the ocean, you can see the clear marine blue, and in the mountains, you can see a different side of Iriomote Island like a jungle. There are various activities in Iriomote Island, and you can enjoy Iriomote Island in various ways.
Iriomote Island Canoe Tour Details and Plan List↓
A standard canoeing experience!
Why do so many people choose canoeing over other activities? There are three main reasons!
1. Safety
I have never canoed before.... We offer a safe canoeing experience for those who have never tried canoeing before.Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will guide you from start to finish before and during the tour, allowing everyone from young children to the elderly to enjoy canoeing without any worries.
Many tour companies encourage people to wear life jackets, and most canoeing tours, with the exception of sea kayaking, take place in shallow rivers with little current, so if you do fall in, you will be able to get your footing and will not drown. (As for the percentage of people who fall in, it is approximately 1 in 1000.)
Also, as long as you follow the guide's instructions closely and do not force your body to swing sideways, you can concentrate on canoeing with peace of mind, as capsizing or falling overboard rarely happens. Another attractive point is that many canoe companies will rent life jackets and special felt shoes to prevent slipping, free of charge.
2. You can feel the diverse nature of Iriomote Island.
Iriomote Island is visited by many tourists every year, many of whom come for its overwhelming natural beauty.Mangrove canoeing takes you through one of the largest mangrove forests in Japan, allowing you to experience the various expressions of Iriomote Island's natural beauty.Depending on the season, you can also enjoy the rare experience of canoeing along a fantastic river filled with sagaribana, which bloom only one night.
In some places, you can see plants such as Saxifraga japonica (designated as a national natural treasure), which is characterized by its roots in the shape of planks, and the giant water flea, which is a member of the fern family, as well as the endangered coconut crab, if you are lucky. The atmosphere of the river changes as if it is a different place depending on the tide, and the charm of canoeing in Iriomote Island is that you can enjoy it twice in one trip.
3. Wide variety of canoe tours
There are various options for canoeing on Iriomote Island, including mangrove canoeing, sea canoeing, and star canoeing.Among them, there are various combinations such as canoeing + canyoning, canoeing + snorkeling, etc., which can be booked according to the physical strength and interests of the tour participants.There are a variety of experiences available, from basic half-day tours to full-day canoeing tours.
What can I actually experience?
The basic half-day tour takes you up a river surrounded by gently flowing mangroves and then treks into the jungle to a waterfall.During the trekking, you will walk through the jungle like a movie set while listening to the guide talk about the flora and fauna of Iriomote Island.
One-day tours include paddling a canoe to a famous waterfall, followed by a boat ride to the ocean for snorkeling, or to Yubu Island for a ride on a buffalo cart.
Canoeing & Snorkeling combination plan is here↓.
Canoeing & Yubu Island Sightseeing Package Plan
90% on Iriomote Island is a mangrove!
Iriomote Island is a treasure trove of nature surrounded by subtropical virgin forests, and you can enjoy canoeing in the great outdoors. There are many famous canoeing spots in the island, and it is recommended to go there with a knowledgeable guide. They know the safe canoeing routes and you will surely enjoy 120% Iriomote Island.
Among the many routes, the most famous is the route to Pinaisara Falls, a 55-meter drop, which is a wonderful place to enjoy the great nature of Iriomote Island by canoeing, trekking to the waterfall basin and the top of the falls, and returning by canoe again.
One of the reasons for its popularity is that you can experience an authentic subtropical jungle and see a wide variety of flora and fauna. Mangrove canoeing while listening to the chirping of birds and the gentle sound of the river is the most relaxing experience, and each one will be a cherished memory.
Click here for details of the 1-day canoeing and trekking course to Pinaisara Falls ↓↓ Click here for details of the 1-day canoeing and trekking course to Pinaisara Falls
Recommended Tours
The marine blue sea illuminated by the glaring sun is beautiful, but on Iriomote Island, where there is little light pollution, the Milky Way can be seen clearly. How about forgetting your daily fatigue and worries under such a star-filled sky and just swaying on a canoe? You can lie down on the canoe and look up at the breathtaking starry sky. Also, when summer comes, the river will be illuminated by luminous insects, creating a fantastic sight.
For details of Iriomote Island Night Canoe Tour, click here↓.
summary
The charms of Iriomote Island are endless, and you can enjoy beautiful nature in every place you visit. Iriomote Island is a treasure house of nature that is the pride of Japan, nominated as a World Natural Heritage site, and is visited by many tourists from home and abroad every year. Why don't you try canoeing to feel close to such great nature?
For details of Iriomote Island Canoe Tour and a list of plans, click here↓.
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