What is the number limit of visitors to "Pinaisara Falls" in Iriomote Island, limiting the number of visitors to 200 per day and how to apply
Table of Contents
- 1 From 2025, five spots in Iriomote Island Iriomotejima will begin to restrict entry to the area!
- 2 Necessary procedures to go (how to apply)
- 3 One of the restricted fields! Pinaisara Falls, the largest waterfall in Okinawa
- 4 Limit on the number of people to be introduced to Pinaisara Falls
- 5 No separate application is required on the customer side! Easy Participation♪ Recommended Pinaisara Falls Tour
- 6 Another popular spot! Sangala Falls" is also subject to a limit on the number of visitors.
- 7 summary
At five spots on Iriomote Island starting in 2025.
Entry restrictions will begin!
Taketomi Town, Okinawa Prefecture, has formulated the "Iriomotejima Ecotourism Promotion Overall Concept" to protect the natural environment of Iriomotejima and promote sustainable tourism.
Based on this concept, the entry to certain natural tourism resources will be restricted (entry to Iriomote Island will be restricted), and from March 2025, the following five locations will bePlans to limit the number of people entering the area per dayIt is.
◆Nishida River (Sangala Falls)100 people
◆Komi-dake: 30 persons
◆Urauchi River headwaters (crossing road)50 people
◆Tedo Mountain: 30 people
When entering these areas, the Mayor of Taketomi TownPrior approval requiredwill be.
Necessary procedures to go (how to apply)
The application process will begin in September 2024, and the administrative fee will be charged to the user500 yen per personis scheduled to be
In addition, visitors are required to be accompanied by a guide who has passed a test designated by the town to enter the spot.No individual can go there.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
*Information as of August 2025.
(2)]Check the availability of the field on the Taketomi Town Iriomotejima Ecotourism Promotion Council website and confirm whether the field is accessible.
[③].When entry is possible: Provisional application → fee payment (500 yen) → entry approval
If entry is not possible: Reconsider the date of entry (go to [1])
After one week, the provisional application will be automatically cancelled.
.... ThisThe application process is quite complicated.!
Therefore, Iriomotejima Tours offers a service to help you with the troublesome application procedures.We will respond on your behalf.You can easily make a reservation by simply selecting the date you wish to attend. Customers can easily make reservations by simply selecting the date they wish to attend and signing up!
Even if it is your first trip to Iriomote Island, we will support you well before your departure so that you can participate in the trip smoothly.
(2) Sign up for the tour you would like to participate in.
(3) Simply wait for a notification of acceptance or non-acceptance!
The application fee is included in the tour fee and does not need to be paid separately.
See ⬇︎ Hinai River (Pinaisara Falls) tour
See ⬇︎ Nishida River (Sangala Falls) tour
See ⬇︎ tour of Mt. Komi
See ⬇︎ for tours of Mt. Tedou
One of the restricted entry fields!
Pinaisara Falls, the largest waterfall in Okinawa
Iriomote Island is a particularly pristine area within Okinawa Prefecture, known for its diverse flora and fauna.
Pinaisara Falls" is by far the most popular spot among them,The largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture with a height of about 55 metersIt is.
It is an essential Iriomote Island spot for tourists, as they can enjoy playing in the water under the falls and trekking in the surrounding area.
Limit on the number of people to be introduced to Pinaisara Falls
Hinai River (Pinaisara Falls) isWill be limited to 200 people per dayIt is.
This is expected to balance tourism and nature conservation and maintain this precious natural environment in the future.
Harmonizing Nature Conservation and Tourism
The main purpose of limiting the number of visitors to the Pinaisara Falls is to protect the natural environment and to achieve sustainable tourism.
Iriomote Island is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site and isTo maintain a rich ecosystemSustainable management of tourism is essential to
Introducing a limit on the number of visitors for conservation purposes also improves the value of each visitor's experience. Avoid crowding by limiting the number of visitors,Enjoy a more relaxed nature experienceIt is.
Guide testing system to be introduced by the town
In addition to the limitation on the number of people, Iriomote IslandA new testing system will be introduced for tourist guides.It is.
This will improve the quality of guides and provide greater educational value to tourists. Only guides who have passed the exam will be allowed to guide visitors to Pinaisara Falls, which will guarantee the expertise and skills of the guides and further enhance the quality of the tourist experience.
Impact on tourism of limiting the number of people and the importance of reservations
With the introduction of the number limit, tourists planning to visit Pinaisara Falls,Advance reservations are essential.Early reservations are a must! Early reservations are essential!
Improved nature experience and sustainable tourism
What is the limit on the number of people at Pinaisara Falls,An important initiative to enjoy tourism while protecting the natural environmentIt is.
Through this program, tourists are encouraged to raise their awareness of environmental protection and to cooperate in sustainable tourism.
No separate application is required on the customer side! Easy participation♪
Recommended Pinaisara Falls Tour
To reach Pinaisara Falls, visitors can take a canoe (kayak) along the Hinai River and enjoy a trek to the falls.
Easy application without separate application on the customer's sideWe will introduce you to Iriomotejima Tours' plans!
Half day / Morning & Afternoon] Visit Pinaisara Falls
Mangrove Canoeing & Trekking Course*.
largest in Okinawa PrefectureThis is a half-day course that takes you to the basin of the 54-meter-high "Pinaisara Falls!
The canoes used are highly stable and can be quickly maneuvered even by beginners. 1-person and 2-person canoes are available, and 2-person canoes are recommended for those with small children.
◆Able to provide a full experience in a short period of time!
◆With the support of experienced guides
◆Available in the afternoon to make the most of your time.
◆Early Bird OnlyA very popular spot where you can go to
◆For those who are not physically fit or beginners
The early bird gets the worm!
Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island (buffalo cart) sightseeing
This is a very popular course that includes sightseeing on Yubu Island and "Pinaisara Falls," the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture with a drop of 54 meters!
Yubu Island, a remote island that can only be reached by a buffalo cart, is a botanical garden where you can experience an extraordinary experience by seeing rare creatures such as golden pupae and plants unique to the subtropical zone.
◆ at a superb view pointwith lunch♪
◆Relax and observe nature on Yubu Island
◆Social networking sites: Touch a buffalo on Yubu Island!
◆Early Bird OnlyA very popular spot where you can go to
◆Mangrove canoeing for beginners
◆KayakGuide Association Certified Guidewill guide you!
◆You can play at "Pinaisara Falls", the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture with a drop of 54 meters.
1 day] Canoeing and trekking to get there.
Course to go to the top of Pinaisara Falls & the waterfall basin
largest in Okinawa PrefectureThis is a full-day course that takes you to the basin and top of the 54-meter-high Pinaisara Falls!
From the top of the waterfall, you will have a magnificent view of the blue sea of coral reefs, Hatoma Island and Barasu Island. This tour includes a lunch specially prepared by the guide, and you will surely be able to enjoy Iriomote Island to the fullest.
◆Guide's special excellent lunch is included.
◆With the support of experienced guides
◆ Enjoy both above the waterfall and at the waterfall basin!
◆Beginners welcome to mangrove canoeing
◆Early Bird OnlyA very popular spot where you can go to
Experience the great nature at "Pinaisara Falls," the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture
Another popular spot!
Sangala Falls" is also subject to a limit on the number of visitors.
Along with Pinaisara Falls, Sangara Falls, located in the upper reaches of Nishida River, is very popular in Iriomote Island.
A truly unexplored waterfall that appears at the end of a canoe (or SUP) ride along a mangrove-strewn river and trek through a subtropical jungle.
Although the waterfall's drop is small, it is characterized by its beautiful, wide horizontal flow, and you can fully enjoy playing in the water, such as swimming in the waterfall basin and entering the back of the waterfall.
In order to protect the rich natural environment, the Nishida River basin, which includes such Sangala Falls, has introduced the same entry restrictions as Pinaisara Falls from March 2025.
Maximum number of people: up to 100 people per day
Entry conditions: Must be accompanied by a registered guide.
How to apply: Online application in advance through the official website
Commission: 500 yen per person
Click here for ⬇︎ recommended tours
summary
Limitations on the number of people going to Pinaisara Falls, a World Natural Heritage SiteTo protect the natural environment of Iriomote IslandThis is an important measure of the
It is hoped that the beautiful nature of Iriomote Island will be preserved for the future if each visitor understands this initiative and cooperates in balancing nature conservation and tourism.
Also, please note that not only Pinaisara Falls, but also five other spots in Iriomote Island will be restricted from 2025! We will add new information as soon as it becomes available.
