Night Tour
Night Tour
Into the night jungle. Immerse yourself in a miraculous night surrounded by an overwhelming starry sky and the breath of the wild.
night safari tour
When it comes to Iriomote Island, many people think of the Iriomote Wildcat as the best. You can explore these nocturnal creatures on Iriomote Island by car only once a day. If you're lucky, you might even meet the Iriomote Wildcat.
| Period | All year |
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| Time | 7:30PM～10:30PM |
| Duration | 90 minutes *120 minutes including travel and lectures |
| Appropriate age | 10 - 65 years old |
| Contents | Red Light,boots |
| Prices | 8,000 JPY *16,000 JPY for 1 person |
| Capacity | 1 group per day |
| Meeting spot | Lobby |
| Belongings | Drinks, socks, dark clothing, long pants *Boots will be provided, so please be sure to bring socks. *Please refrain from wearing bright clothing, as moonlight and starlight will reflect and be easily spotted by creatures. *Shorts and leggings are not sufficient to protect against hubs, so please wear long pants. |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | 5:00PM on the day |
| Notes | ■Cancellation policy: 2 days before 5:00 PM or later 100% Based on the Taketomi Town Tourist Guide Ordinance, we only introduce tour operators that hold a "tourist guide" license. It may be cancelled depending on the weather. |
Adventure Night Walk
Experience the magic of Iriomote Island at night with a jungle observation tour right near your hotel! The creatures you’ll encounter depend entirely on the luck of the moment, making every tour a unique adventure. On clear nights, you can also enjoy a breathtaking canopy of stars stretching across the sky.
| Period | All year |
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| Time | 8:00 PM～9:30 PM |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Appropriate age | 5 - 80 years old |
| Contents | light boots |
| Prices | 7,000 JPY(Ages 13~80) 5,000JPY(Ages 5~12) |
| Capacity | 8 people (minimum 1 person) |
| Meeting spot | Lobby (in front of the activity desk) |
| Belongings | Drinks, socks, rain gear (those who need rain gear/umbrellas are not allowed), Clothes that are easy to move and can be wet or dirty (long pants recommended) |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | By 6:00 PM the previous day |
| Notes | ■Cancellation policy: 2 days before 6:00 PM or later 100% ■Requirements: People who walk on their own even on dark roads Based on the Taketomi Town Tourist Guide Ordinance, we only introduce tour operators that hold a "tourist guide" license. |
Stargazing Mystery Tour
A special experience to view the sky full of stars with a guide's explanation. We will guide you to Iriomote Island at a mystical night.
| Period | All year |
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| Time | ■ November, December, January, February: 8:10 PM – 9:40 PM ■ March, October: 8:20 PM – 9:50 PM ■ April, May, September: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM ■ June, July, August: 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Appropriate age | 3 - 80 years old |
| Prices | 6,800 JPY (age 13 to 80) 5,800 JPY (age 3 to 12) |
| Capacity | 18 people (minimum 2 adults) |
| Meeting spot | Lobby |
| Belongings | Drinks, lights (smart phones available), clothes that are easy to move in, bug spray |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | Until 6:00PM on the previous day |
| Notes | * Cancellation Policy: No refund if you cancel after 6:00 PM two days before. Based on the Taketomi Town Tourist Guide Ordinance, we only introduce tour operators that hold a "tourist guide" license. |
Iriomote Night Watching
In the quiet of the night, explore Iriomote Island after dark while observing nocturnal wildlife and the star-filled sky through binoculars. This experience invites you to fully engage your senses and feel the grandeur of the island’s untouched nature beneath a canopy of stars.
| Period | All year |
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| Time | 8:00PM～9:30PM |
| Duration | 90～100 minutes |
| Appropriate age | 4 - 75 years old |
| Contents | Flashlight, binoculars (1–2 units per pair), and rain boots and disposable rain ponchos (provided in rainy weather only). |
| Prices | 6,500 JPY (age 13 to 65) 5,800 JPY (age 7 to 12) 5,300 JPY (age 4 to 6) |
| Capacity | 12 people (minimum 2 people ) |
| Meeting spot | Hotel lobby |
| Belongings | Comfortable walking shoes, drinks (required), insect repellent, comfortable clothing that can get dirty, long sleeves and long pants recommended |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | Until 6:00PM 2 days in advance |
| Notes | ■ Cancellation Policy: 100% charge applies for cancellations made after 6:00 PM two days prior. The itinerary is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions. Binoculars will not be available for rent in the event of rain. To protect precision equipment, binoculars are not provided for infants. Please note that binocular rentals may be suspended during rainy weather for equipment protection. The following guests may not participate: Guests who are pregnant, under the influence of alcohol, or minors (under 18) without an adult. If weather conditions make stargazing difficult, this tour will be conducted as a nature observation tour focusing on nocturnal wildlife. Our guides will adapt the program to provide the best possible experience based on current conditions. In accordance with the Taketomi Town Tourism Guide Ordinance, we only introduce guide operators who hold a valid "Tourist Guide" license. |