Thorough comparison of Iriomote Island jungle trekking plans!

Jungle trekking experience only in Iriomote Island♪

Fuji, and the mountain girls have become popular for a while. In fact, jungle trekking has recently become popular on Iriomote Island, especially among women!

Many people may imagine "trekking" as walking along a mountain path to the top, but trekking in Iriomote Island is not just walking!Iriomote Island is covered with subtropical jungle, and is called "the Galapagos of the East" or "the last untouched land in Japan".

In addition, more than 40 rivers including the Urauchi River flow through Iriomote Island, and the mangrove river flowing through the jungle is a natural area that truly deserves the name of "Japan's Amazon.

In the Iriomote Island trekking plan, you can explore limestone caves, feel the lush smell of the jungle, eat Yaeyama buckwheat for lunch, and truly enjoy trekking using all five senses.

Iriomotejima Jungle Trekking Clothing

Dress for jungle trekking is basically fine as long as you can get dirty and wear clothes that are comfortable to move in. It is easy to rent all the necessary equipment for trekking for free.

Tours are also offered in the event of squalls or other rain, and some tours include kayaking and other activities, so please wear clothes that can get wet!

Iriomote Island Jungle Trekking Plan Comparison

Iriomotejima Island Trekking Experience offers a variety of courses, from full-day courses for those who want to enjoy nature to the fullest, to half-day courses for first-time trekkers or those with children who want to explore the jungle a little. Please try to find the course that best fits your needs.

Because the nature is so spectacular that it is hard to believe that it is in Japan, even a little jungle trekking is a real experience, and the courses are more enjoyable than you can imagine, not only for children but also for adults.

1. Iriomotejima Jungle Trekking Experience Half-day course

A half-day (about 2.5 hours) easy trekking course in the jungle of Iriomote Island.

This course is recommended for the elderly, those with small children, trekking beginners, and those who have come all the way to Iriomote Island and want to do a little trekking for fun in addition to ocean activities! Since we trek to the backcountry for a little bit of time, there is almost nothing artificial. You can experience the untouched wilderness as it is.

There are two tours, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, depending on the ship's time, so if you have time in your schedule, how about trekking in the little time you have waiting for the ship? It is also a good place to take pictures after trekking here.

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2. Full-scale trekking course to the Yutun 3-step waterfall

A trekking course recommended for serious mountain hikers! After 110 minutes of trekking through the jungle of Iriomote Island, you will be on your way to Yutun Waterfall! Trek through the green jungle as far as the eye can see while listening to the nature guide's entertaining stories.Because it is located far from the village, nature remains untouched, and you may even be able to see the Iriomote wildcat, the "miracle wildcat"!

The three-stage Yutun Waterfall has a large drop and the splashing water is full of negative ions. The water splashing in the air is full of negative ions. It is sure to relieve the fatigue of walking! This is an authentic jungle trekking tour where you can feel the breath of the trees, listen carefully to the clear stream flowing in the quiet jungle, and talk with nature.

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3. Geeta Falls Shower Trekking & Limestone Cave Exploration Course

We will trek along the stream to Geeta Falls, which is called "the most unexplored waterfall" in Iriomote Island.During the one-hour trek, you can see giant ferns that cover the sky, and modama vines that seem to be rooted to the river, providing an extraordinary experience. At Geeta Falls, you can rest your body in the basin of the waterfall on a fine day, or be bathed in the cool water of the waterfall, which will heal both your body and mind.

After lunch, we will trek further into the area! We will take you to a spectacular view point where you can see Iriomote Island all the way to the sea. After that, we will trek further to 3 limestone caves, which are filled with a mysterious atmosphere that is worthy of the name "unexplored region in the jungle". Once you enter the caves, you will see stalactites shaped like icicles all around the area.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

This plan includes trekking, playing with waterfalls, limestone caves, and many other attractions.

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4. Morning Jungle Exploration 2-hour Trekking Course

This course is a trekking experience that makes the most of the two early morning hours (6:00-8:00) before the departure of the ferry back to Ishigaki Island or before the tour starts in the morning!

Early morning jungle trekking in Iriomote Island has many attractions different from daytime trekking! Morning jungle trekking is a good place to wake up, but most of all, when you hear the voices of animals as they wake up, you can feel that a day in the jungle has really begun.The jungle's unique morning mist and the morning chirps of the plants and animals that live there create a magical atmosphere that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

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5. Caving expedition - 3 limestone caves course

Three limestone caves suddenly appear in the jungle of Iriomote Island, a candidate for registration as a World Natural Heritage site. We will go trekking in search of these caves. On the way, you can see trees peculiar to the subtropical zone, such as the kuzuimo, which is said to be Totoro's umbrella, and Jurassic Park leaves, which are the only ones growing in Japan.

In the limestone caves, visitors can enjoy caving in a variety of shapes, from large limestone caves to long, narrow caves. Since the tour takes only half a day (about 2.5 hours), you can enjoy caving in your spare time.

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Popular trekking in Iriomote Island! Kula Falls Jungle Trekking

This tour is a trekking tour to Koola Falls, an unexplored region of Iriomote Island. Even though the trekking to Koola Falls is relatively easy, it is an authentic course where you can see a variety of flora and fauna. The trekking course is light enough for children and the elderly to enjoy, making it easy for beginners to join the tour.

Along the way, you can see the leaves of the kuwazui potato, also known as the leaf that appeared in Totoro, and the leaf from Jurassic Park, which is only found on Iriomote Island in Japan. You will be surprised at the scale of both of them because the leaves are much larger than you imagine. You can also see other rare trees such as the modama tree and the trees with flattened roots called ita-root.

In addition, you can swim in the basin of the waterfall at Koola Falls, which is not only a trekking tour, but also a swim in the unexplored spots of Iriomote Island. Please join the standard course, which is a full-fledged trekking, but beginners can also enjoy!

Great Nature Experience! Canoeing & Trekking to the Upper Pinaisara Falls - Pinaisara Falls

Pinaisara Falls is a classic spot to visit if you come to Iriomote Island. You can go to the top of the falls by canoe & jungle trekking.

First, we will start our river climb from the Hinai River. You will paddle a canoe through the untouched mangroves. You will feel that you have come to Iriomote Island when you see mangrove trees that have hardly been touched by human hands while riding a canoe. Leaving the canoe on the way, we will trek to Pinaisara Falls.

Unusual shaped trees and creatures that have never been seen in jungle trekking can be said to be scenery that can be seen only in Iriomote. Enjoy trekking while feeling nature, and you will soon reach Pinaisara Falls. Let's have lunch at the Pinaisara waterfall basin and take a break. If you are feeling energetic, you can even swim in the waterfall basin.

In the afternoon, we trekked to the top of the waterfall. The panoramic view of Iriomote Island from the top of the waterfall is breathtaking. The mangrove jungle below, the cobalt blue sea in the distance, and even the "miracle island" Barasu Island can be seen depending on the time of day. It is a sight that will surely blow away the fatigue of your body.

Power Recharge with Plenty of Morning Sunshine♪ Early Morning Retreat & Jungle Healing

The trekking time is only about 20 minutes, so children and the elderly who are not sure about their physical strength can participate in this tour without any worries. To make the most of the morning in Iriomote, you should be active in the morning. Make the most of the time and go trekking early in the morning to Koola Falls.

Morning in Iriomote is nice and clear with crisp and clear air. Let's enjoy the early morning nature by trekking in such a situation. The chirping of birds and animal sounds heard in the quiet jungle will reassure you that you are exploring the great nature of Iriomote Island. You can enjoy Iriomote jungle differently from daytime, evening, and nighttime.

This tour allows you to join the trekking without getting tired, using the morning time of 8:00 a.m. from your hotel at 6:00 a.m. Please enjoy the morning activity in Iriomote Island.

Kula Falls Jungle Trekking x Star Sand Snorkeling

This tour is a day trip from Ishigaki Island. It is a set plan of jungle trekking at Coola Falls called "Lucky Falls" and snorkeling at Star Sand Beach which is famous for star sand.

In the morning, we will experience jungle trekking to Koola Falls, located in the unexplored region of Iriomote Island. The "Koola" of Koola Falls means "to bring good luck," and is known locally as a sacred waterfall. On the way, you will see kuzuimo leaves and board roots shaped like boards, which Totoro used as a rain umbrella. On the way there, you can see kuzuimo leaves used by Totoro as a rain umbrella, board-shaped ita-roe, and leaves from Jurassic Park, scenery that can only be seen here in Japan. The trekking is not too difficult and participants can be as young as 6 years old.

At Kula Falls, you can sweat off the sweat from trekking. At the waterfall basin, you can swim or play by the waterfall in a thousand different ways. Near Kula Falls, there is a photo spot in the shape of a swing made of ivy. It is a popular photo spot, so we hope you will try to photograph it and make it a memorable part of your trip.

In the afternoon, snorkel at the best beach in Iriomote Island, Hoshisuna Beach. Enjoy snorkeling at Hoshi-suna Beach where you can see colorful coral reefs and more than hundreds of fish. Since Hoshisuna Beach is a shallow beach, the waves are relatively calm and even small children can enjoy snorkeling safely.

This tour is open to people of all ages, so if you visit Iriomote Island with your family, you will surely enjoy this tour.

Standard set♪ Sightseeing in Yubu Island & Iriomotejima Jungle Trekking by buffalo cart

Yubu Island, Iriomote Island, and the great nature of the two islands can be fully enjoyed in one day on this standard tour.

In the morning, we will take a buffalo cart leisurely across the sea and visit the subtropical botanical garden at Yubu Island, a famous sightseeing spot in Iriomote Island.
First, you will visit Yubu Island by riding on the famous buffalo cart that walks in the shallows between Iriomote Island and Yubu Island. This buffalo cart is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Yubu Island. The ride is a very popular tourist attraction on Yubu Island, where visitors can enjoy a relaxing island time while the wind blows in the breeze, refreshing them and helping them forget about their daily routines.

On Yubu Island, you can see the Bougainvillea Garden, a greenhouse filled with primary-colored subtropical flowers, a buffalo pond where about 40 buffaloes relax, and Japan's largest butterfly, the giant sargassum butterfly. A leisurely tour on foot will take less than an hour.

In the afternoon, we will go Iriomote Jungle Trekking, exploring the mangrove jungle where about 901 tp3t of the island is covered with subtropical forest and you can meet the island's unique creatures.

Return to Iriomote Island from Yubu Island, trekking through Japan's largest mangrove jungle and playing in a waterfall pool. The mangrove jungle of Iriomote Island is known as a habitat for Iriomote wild cat and other precious animals, and you can also experience the nature of Iriomote Island, which is home to many other natural treasures that cannot be seen on the mainland.

During the trekking, you will encounter a mysterious waterfall basin deep in the forest, which will surely thrill and excite you. This tour will allow you to actively enjoy the pristine forest as if you were a child again.

Full-day trekking tour above and below Pinaisara Falls - lunch included

Trekking over the waterfall to "Pinaisara Falls" which has the highest drop in Okinawa Prefecture! It is no exaggeration to say that the view from the top of the 55-meter-high waterfall is the best in Iriomote Island, where you can enjoy the gradation of the neighboring Hatoma Island and the East China Sea. On the way, you can enjoy the untouched nature, chirping of wild birds, and great healing time.

First, we will start trekking after a brief lecture! We will trek for about 90 minutes to Pinaisara Falls. You can enjoy Iriomote Island with a sense of adventure. On the way, you will see "Saxifragaceae" of Itane, which is designated as a natural monument. You can also hear the sound of the water source flowing from Pinaisara Falls and observe the living creatures that live in Iriomote Island.

When we arrived at the bottom of Pinaisara Falls, we took a short rest. There is a large basin under the waterfall where you can swim. The cool, clear water is especially pleasant during the summer months. Wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet and enjoy a moment of coolness in the clear water.

Then we trekked to the top of the waterfall again. From the top of Pinaisara Falls, you can see such a magnificent view that you can see the northern part of Iriomote Island. This plan does not include canoeing, but only trekking up Pinaisara Falls, so you can enjoy trekking only purely.

1-day trekking tour to "Komi-dake", the highest peak in Iriomote Island -lunch included-.

This is a trekking tour to climb Komi-dake, the highest peak in Iriomote Island at 470m above sea level. It is a mountain that you should visit once if you like Iriomote Island because you can admire the magnificent view from the top. This course is for experienced trekkers, but if you like Iriomote Island and trekking, you should try to climb Komi-dake, the highest peak in Iriomote Island, at least once.

We will head first to "Yutun Falls" and then to Mt. First, we will trek through the forest downstream of the Yutun River! Along the way, we will also see "Modama," which is called the world's largest beanstalk and is said to have served as the model for "Jack and the Beanstalk.

When you arrive at "Yutun Falls," take a short break. The Yutun Waterfall consists of three tiers and is also known as the "3-tier waterfall. You can also take a dip in the water at this waterfall.

After Yutun Waterfall, depart for "Mt. Komi", the highest peak in Iriomote Island! Let's trek along the trail through the lush green subtropical virgin forest like a mononoke forest. Untouched wilderness awaits you as far as the eye can see. The view from the top of Mt. The view from the top of Mt. Furumidake is spectacular, and lunch while gazing at the ocean from a spectacular spot is exceptional.

It is possible to join the tour as a day trip from Ishigaki Island, but we recommend you to stay overnight in Iriomote Island since the course is designed for the physically fit.

Meet the Mysterious Waterfall! Gator Falls Shower Climbing - Half Day Course

When it comes to mangrove exploration, this tour is not to be missed. It is the Gator Falls shower climbing tour. There are many various waterfalls in Iriomote Island, but Gator Falls is less difficult than other waterfalls and beginners can enjoy the experience.

The tour will take you along a beautiful mountain stream to a mystical waterfall, where you will be surrounded by a virgin forest, where you can feel nature in its purest form, including large plants that you have never seen before. Along the way, you will hear birds chirping, animals singing, and the sound of water. You will be able to experience the subtropical jungle of Iriomote Island as you have imagined.

Trekking & stream climbing in the subtropical jungle, you can enjoy trekking while being caught by the irregularly lined trees all around. Once you arrive at your destination, Geeta Falls, and see the beautiful waterfall, your tired body will surely be energized after climbing the stream.

Children as young as 3 years old can participate! Play and swim♪ Easy Modama Pond Hike

This tour can be experienced by children as young as 3 years old. Because it is more of a hike than a trek, it can be enjoyed by small children, the elderly, and families. Although the walking course is slight, it is a real jungle, so you will definitely be able to enjoy it to the fullest.

Walking slowly through the jungle, observe the unique flora and fauna of Iriomote Island that cannot be seen on the main island.
Nature guides will be on hand to help you enjoy the tour, whether you are a child or an elderly person. Along the way, you will be able to see clear streams and play not only in the jungle but also by the water.

In Modama Pond, which is shallow with a maximum depth of 150 cm, families can enjoy not only swimming while wearing life jackets, but also catching fish and river shrimp. Also, if you bring fish sausages, many fish will come close to you, so not only young children but also adults will enjoy it.

This tour allows you to enjoy family time while feeling the nature of Iriomote Island. If you visit Iriomote Island for a family trip, you should definitely join this tour.

Mayagusuku Waterfalls Trekking 1 Day Tour - Lunch Included

Mayagusuku Falls is said to be the most beautiful waterfall in Iriomote Island. It is an unexplored waterfall located in the backcountry of Iriomote Island, which cannot be entered by one person, and the difficulty level is high, making this tour for the able-bodied. However, it is a very popular field for trekking enthusiasts.

First, we will cruise through the mangroves on the Urauchi River sightseeing boat. After that, we will go to view "Mariyudu Falls," selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. The trekking course here is well maintained and can be enjoyed by anyone. Mariyudu Falls is famous for its abundant waterfalls, with a drop of about 20 meters, and the two-tiered waterfall is a sight to behold. The spectacular view of the waterfalls is truly spectacular. The huge 130-meter-diameter basin of the waterfall is home to ferns that are unique to the subtropical zone.

After Mariyudhoo Falls, we will go to "Kampilay Falls," which is a 10-minute walk from Mariyudhoo Falls. The waterfalls are majestic, with the sound of water roaring down the rock face. After a short rest here, we will head for the long-awaited Mayagusuku Falls.

Mayagusuku Falls, which is said to be one of the most unexplored points in Iriomote Island, has few attackers and is hardly popular.
The trail to Mayagusuku Falls is truly an untouched subtropical virgin forest because of the lack of human traffic. The trail heads upstream along the Urauchi River and climbs up the Itajiri River, a tributary of the Urauchi River. The trek takes about 1.5 hours one way. After arriving at Mayagusuku Falls, enjoy a leisurely lunch.

You can join the tour as a day trip from Ishigaki Island and see three unexplored waterfalls in Iriomote Island, but it is a 3-hour trekking, so it is a tour for able-bodied people. If you are confident in trekking, please join the tour.

summary

How was it? Many people think of Iriomote Island in terms of mangrove canoes and beautiful sea.

Although it is still not well known, jungle trekking is another popular activity that allows you to enjoy the great outdoors. Even if you have been here before, you may be able to create new memories!

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