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[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)

[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] Snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island made of coral reefs (half-day course or full-day course)


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Duration:1 day(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語 / 한국어 / ไทย / 中文
Free cancellation 4 day(s) prior to experience date

  • Beautiful shallow coral reef island of Barasu
  • All you need to bring is your swimsuit, bath towel and sandals!
  • Pick-up service available for those staying in the western area of Iriomote Island! Day trips from Ishigaki Island are also possible!
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Water Activities

Water activity typeSnorkeling
Activity seasonSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Tour TypeShared tour
Minimum participant requirement2 travelers
Instruction languageJapanese
Activity levelBeginner
Transportation methodHotel transfer

Product Info

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  • This is a course to enjoy a casual half-day snorkeling trip to Barasu Island, a small, pure white coral island that is rare in the world. After a lesson around Barasu Island, we will also go to the nearby coral reefs upon request. There are plenty of corals and fish in the shallow waters. Beginners and children are welcome! Day trips from Ishigaki are also possible!
  • Beautiful shallow coral reef island of Barasu
  • Enjoy easy snorkeling at Barasu Island, a rare pure white island made of coral! Barasu Island has shallow waters and is home to an abundance of coral and fish, making it a great place for beginners and children to enjoy snorkeling. The one-day course will take you to two or three spots depending on the sea conditions. Why not take a peek at the ocean filled with coral reefs that can only be found on Iriomote Island?
  • All you need to bring is your swimsuit, bath towel and sandals!
  • With Iriomote Nature School's snorkeling plan, all you need to bring is a swimsuit, a bath towel, and sandals! All the equipment you need for snorkeling is included in the price. You can snorkel easily and casually.
  • Pick-up service available for those staying in the western area of Iriomote Island! Day trips from Ishigaki Island are also possible!
  • After the tour, if you are staying in the western part of Iriomote Island, we will drop you off at your accommodation. If you are returning to Ishigaki Island, there is a shower (free of charge), and after changing, you can take a break at the "Seaside Cafe" with a view of the ocean. It's just a 2-minute walk to Uehara Port! You can relax until your boat departs. It takes about 40 minutes to get from Iriomote Island to Ishigaki Island, so it's also possible to make a day trip.

Barasu Island is an island made of coral reef fragments. It is a bright white island.

Barasu Island is an island made of coral reef fragments. It is a bright white island.

The shallow and clear waters make it safe for beginners and children.

The shallow and clear waters make it safe for beginners and children.

In fact, this island is not on any map of Japan.

In fact, this island is not on any map of Japan.

There are many different coral reefs in the ocean

There are many different coral reefs in the ocean

There is also the clownfish, which is famous from Nemo!

There is also the clownfish, which is famous from Nemo!

Purchase Notice

Questions about booking:

  • Question 1: If you need to rent a wetsuit (winter only), what is your height and weight?

Regarding cancellation of the event:

  • Please note that the tour may not be held due to weather conditions on the day. We will not compensate for travel expenses or other costs if the tour is canceled after arriving at the destination.

Please note the following when participating in this course:

  • *Please call us again the day before to confirm. *Please contact us if you are only attending as a single person.

Other important points to note:

  • *There is a convenience store right in front of the facility.

remarks:

  • Please specify your accommodation, the names of all guests, their gender, and their ages. Accommodation: 1st person: Name, gender, age, shoe size 2nd person: Name, gender, age, shoe size 3rd person: Name, gender, age, shoe size 4th person: Name, gender, age, shoe size 5th person: Name, gender, age, shoe size

Includes/Excludes

  • Consumption tax, lunch, insurance, three-piece set (mask, snorkel, fins), wetsuit or life jacket rental fee
  • drink

Reminders

  • Participant age: 6 to 65 years old

  • What to wear and bring: Swimsuit, bath towel, sandals, drinks

  • Rental equipment: Mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket or wetsuit

  • Minimum number of participants: 2

Meeting Point

Location Name: 546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Address: 546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

How to Get There
Meeting Time: <Morning> 9:30 AM (Half-Day Course/Full-Day Course) <Afternoon> 1:30 PM (Half-Day Course Only) Meeting Location: Iriomote Nature School We will provide transportation for those staying in the western area of Iriomote Island (near Uehara Port). For those participating from Ishigaki Island, please take the Anei Kanko boat departing at 8:30 AM to Uehara Port and we will pick you up.

Experience Location

Location Name: 546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Address: 546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

How to Get There
・For those arriving by other means: Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island Uehara Port: Approximately 40 minutes by boat 2 minutes on foot from Uehara Port

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–3 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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