Local Guide
5 recommended Activity you should definitely Experience when you visit Iriomote Island

Iriomote Island is covered with subtropical virgin forests and untouched nature remains all over the island. If you want to spend a fulfilling time here, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, we recommend participating in Activity. Here, we have carefully selected five Activity will allow you to experience the nature of Iriomote Island firsthand. Please Experience out these Activity are unique to Iriomote Island.

A sea kayaking tour where you can fully enjoy the best of Iriomote Island

At Mizuochi Falls you can bathe in the waterfall while kayaking
At Mizuochi Falls you can bathe in the waterfall while kayaking

The Oku-Iriomote area, located on the western edge of Iriomote Island, is said to be the area with the deepest natural beauty on the island. Michikusaya offers sea kayaking tours mainly in this area.
Of the various tours that aim to let you experience the charms of Iriomote Island to the fullest, the most popular course is "Mizuochi Falls and Hidden Beach." Paddle across the ocean in a sea kayak and enter the river to find Mizuochi Falls, which falls directly into the mangrove waterway. This is the only spot on the island where you can bathe in the waterfall while still in your kayak, and in the summer you can also snorkel. This is a course where you can enjoy the sea, the river, and the waterfall.

You can enjoy the best of Iriomote Island

The ocean where sea turtles leisurely welcome you
The ocean where sea turtles leisurely welcome you

In the summer, tropical fish and sea turtles live leisurely in the sea where you can snorkel. Before snorkeling, you will land on a deserted beach that can only be reached by kayak and take a lunch break. You can relax in an area full of nature and spend an elegant and luxurious time.
There are plenty of beaches where you can take a break, so if you have any requests regarding tour content, feel free to make requests. The tour will be booked for a group of 5 or more, but it may be possible to book it for a group of 4 or less, so it's a good idea to ask about this as well.

Comments Local Guide
Mizuochi Falls was once used as a fresh water source for coal ships and warships. Traces of this can still be seen today, making it a spot where you can really feel the history.
Michikusaya "Mizuochi Falls and Hidden Beach"
  • URLhttps://michikusaya-iriomote.com/
  • アクセスMeet at the starting point by shuttle or rental car
  • 営業時間8:00 to 16:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Adults (junior high school students and above): 12,000 yen; Children (elementary school students and below): 7,000 yen
  • TEL080-4112-2359
  • 年齢制限Mizuochi Falls and Hidden Beach Nothing in particular
  • メモPick-up is available for the western area (nearest Uehara Port), Eco Village, and Painu Maya. Pick-up is not available for the eastern area (nearest Ohara Port).

Activity allow you to experience the great outdoors of Iriomote Island with your whole body

The hidden gem of Geda Falls
The hidden gem of Geda Falls

This shop offers exploration tours that are safe even for beginners. You can Experience Activity allow you to fully experience the great nature of Iriomote Island, and the most popular one is the "Geda Falls Shower Trekking & Cave Exploration."
Geda Falls, located further into the subtropical jungle, is a popular spot with its distinctive stepped shape. There are various ways to enjoy the waterfall, such as playing in the pool or being hit by the waterfall. Be careful as there are some parts of the pool that are too deep for your feet to touch the bottom. If you climb to the top of the waterfall, you can see the ocean and the coral on the seabed in the distance.

After the soki soba lunch, we set off on a cave exploration

Rediscover your childhood and explore untouched caves
Rediscover your childhood and explore untouched caves

The lunch served on this tour is Okinawa's specialty "Nankotsu Soki Soba." The soki soba was created under the supervision of the owner, and is packed with seasonal vegetables for a balanced nutritional content. Warm up with the piping hot, freshly made soba before setting off on your cave exploration.
The cave is truly untouched, and everyone will be excited as soon as they enter. The tour fee includes all the equipment needed for exploration, including a helmet, so you can participate with just the bare minimum.

Comments Local Guide
Geda Falls, which has been featured on a certain popular TV program, is characterized by its impressive structure divided into three tiers. It is a must-see for waterfall lovers.
Iriomote Jungle Exploration Team "Geda Falls Shower Trekking & Cave Exploration"
  • URLhttps://jungletankentai.com/
  • アクセスMeet at the starting point by shuttle or rental car
  • 営業時間9:00 to 15:00 (may vary depending on season and participants)
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Junior high school students and above: 13,000 yen; elementary school students and below: 12,000 yen
    *1,000 yen discount if you pay in cash
  • TEL080-9570-6185
  • 年齢制限Gedda Waterfall Shower Trekking & Cave Exploration Ages 5 to 65
    *The recommended age range is based on physical fitness. This activity is not recommended for people who are not good with confined or dark spaces.
  • メモFree pick-up service from accommodations in the western area of Iriomote and Uehara Port. Please contact us if you are staying in the eastern area.

A fun tour where you can enjoy both canoeing and trekking

Pinaisara Falls boasts the highest drop in Okinawa Prefecture at 55m
Pinaisara Falls boasts the highest drop in Okinawa Prefecture at 55m

The shop's name, which means "a sunny day" in Okinawan, reflects the owner's desire to create a store that is warm and friendly, just like the sun. The most popular Activity you can enjoy here is the "Pinaisara Falls Canoe Tour," which allows you to enjoy both canoeing and trekking.
After enjoying mangrove kayaking, we will go trekking in the jungle. Once we reach the top of the waterfall, we will have lunch and then head to the basin. Looking up from the basin, the 55-meter waterfall is very impressive. You can feel the power of nature up close.

Lots of great free perks

Lunch outside after a good workout tastes especially good
Lunch outside after a good workout tastes especially good

The tour comes with many great benefits, including free lunch and coffee from a wide variety of menus, free tour photos, and even free rental items and transportation needed to participate in the tour.
For lunch, your guide will cook in the natural surroundings, so you can enjoy freshly cooked food outdoors. As much seasonal ingredients as possible are used, you can fully experience the bounty of the sea and mountains. Be sure to try the unique cuisine of Iriomote Island.

Comments Local Guide
In the Iriomote dialect, "Pinai" means "beard" and "sara" means "hanging." The Pinaisara Falls, which flows through the jungle, looks like a white beard when viewed from afar.
Tidakankan "Pinaisara Falls Canoe Tour"
  • URLhttps://tidakankan.jp/
  • アクセスMeet at the starting point by shuttle or rental car
  • 営業時間9:00～16:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Adults (junior high school students and above) 11,000 yen, children (elementary school students) 9,000 yen *If only one person is participating (plus 2,000 yen)
  • TEL0980-85-6500
  • 年齢制限Pinaisara Falls Canoe Tour (Elementary school students and above)
  • メモPick-up available at Uehara Port. For guests with small children, we recommend private tours or half-day tours.

A night kayaking tour where you can look up at countless stars

If the weather is good, you can see the Milky Way.
If the weather is good, you can see the Milky Way.

A popular shop that offers canoe tours or trekking tours limited to one group per day is the "Stargazing Kayak," which allows you to enjoy the starry sky from the ground of Iriomote Island. You can relax to your heart's content in the midst of nature.
We depart as night begins to fall, and paddle our kayaks into the bay or out to the mouth of the river. When you stop paddling and look up at the sky, you'll be greeted by a 360-degree view of the stars. Even if you've never Experience before, you can rest assured because you'll receive a lesson on how to paddle on land. Another nice feature is that you'll be taken back to your hotel after the tour.

Private tours with flexibility in time

We slowly paddled through the mangrove forest, relying on the light of the stars.
We slowly paddled through the mangrove forest, relying on the light of the stars.

All Activity are private tours. The most popular spots on Iriomote Island tend to be crowded with tourists. With a private tour, you can adjust your time, so if there is a view or scenery you want to enjoy, you can extend your stay.
Even if you come across a beautiful landscape that you want to capture in a photo, you can rest assured that you will have plenty of time to take photos. They will provide you with the most suitable tour based on the age composition and physical strength of the participating group.

Comments Local Guide
The best part of a night tour is being able to experience the smells and sounds of nature that you wouldn't notice during the day. It's quite difficult to take pictures of the starry sky from a kayak, but you're sure to encounter some unforgettable views even without taking a photo.
Pumehana Adventures "Stargazing Kayaking"
  • URLhttps://pumehana-iriomote.jp/
  • アクセスMeet at the starting point by shuttle or rental car
  • 営業時間8:00～22:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Varies depending on the number of people. Please check the website for details.
  • TEL0980-87-9860
  • 年齢制限Those between the ages of 6 and 65 who have a physical fitness level
  • メモPrivate tour limited to one group (1-6 people) per day
    Stargazing Kayaking is available all year round.
    *Before and after the full moon, it is held as "Moonlight Kayaking."

A sea kayaking tour to spend a fulfilling day in the ocean of Oku-Iriomote

Paddle the emerald green ocean in a full-fledged sea kayak
Paddle the emerald green ocean in a full-fledged sea kayak

This is a fulfilling one-day tour run by a tour shop that has been supported by repeat visitors and kayakers for nearly 20 years in the truly uncharted territory known as Oku-Iriomote. As a shop that has continued to focus on sea kayaking, the appeal is that they will guide you to the great outdoors that can only Direction by kayak.
The lectures are given by experienced guides, so beginners and families with children can participate with peace of mind. For those with small children, there are also three-seater boats available, so be sure to ask the guide in advance.

Enjoy a homemade lunch outdoors

Lunch is prepared in the shop's cafe, "Harenowa," so you can be assured of its hygiene.
Lunch is prepared in the shop's cafe, "Harenowa," so you can be assured of its hygiene.

Sea kayaking tours are divided into two types: "Sea Kayaking" and "River Kayaking." Mansaku Tours especially recommends the "Deserted Island Private Beach & Snorkeling Course" and the "Adanade Falls Jungle Kayaking & Canyoning Course."
There are many green sea turtles in the sea, and you may encounter them while paddling or swimming in your kayak. Paddling down the river, you will feel a sense of security surrounded by greenery. Please enjoy a sea kayaking tour that takes advantage of the natural characteristics of both the sea and the river.

Comments Local Guide
What is required for this tour is not physical strength, but motivation and a sense of fun. Experienced guides will give you a lecture, so even beginners can participate with confidence. In summer, you can see the vegetation of hanging flowers, and you can enjoy the beautiful flowers and their fragrance from the kayak.
Mansaku Tour Service "One Day Tour"
  • URLhttp://mansaku.okinawa/
  • アクセスMeet at the starting point by shuttle or rental car
  • 営業時間8:00 to 17:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Deserted island private beach & snorkeling course
    Adults: 13,000 yen, Students (up to 22 years old): 11,000 yen, Children (junior high school students and younger): 10,000 yen
    Adanade Falls Jungle Kayaking & Canyoning Course
    Adults: 12,000 yen, Students (up to 22 years old): 10,000 yen, Children (junior high school students and younger): 9,000 yen
  • TEL0980-85-6222
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