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[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".
[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".

[Okinawa, Iriomote Island] River kayaking trip. Paddling down a mangrove river and walking through a jungle with the scent of ancient times to "Nara Falls" or, for a quintessential stream adventure, "Adanade Falls".


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Duration:1 day(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date

    [5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

    Water Activities

    Water activity typeCanoe・Kayak, River trekking
    Activity seasonSummer, Fall
    Tour TypeShared tour
    Minimum participant requirement2 travelers
    Instruction languageJapanese
    Activity levelIntermediate
    Transportation methodTransfer from meeting point, Hotel transfer

    Product Info

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    • ・Scenery you can only find in Iriomote! Kayaking on the vast mangrove river. (Both directions) ・Trekking through the subtropical forest! It's a jungle world beyond your imagination! (Towards Nara Falls) ・Stream play that will bring smiles to the faces of both adults and children! Splashing through the water, swimming sometimes, and diving into the waterfall pool! (Towards Adanade Falls / *Limited to May-October) ・Special lunch at the open-air restaurant! (Both directions) ・The destination will be decided according to the weather, tides, and your outdoor experience and physical fitness on the day. [Tour details] Please see our website. [Example of tour itinerary] * The tour schedule and order of activities may change. * The meeting place and time will be arranged the day before. 《If heading to Nara Falls》 ① Pick-up from Uehara Port or your accommodation in the Uehara area OR meet at Shirahama Port ↓ ② Depart from Shirahama (approx. 7km kayaking/approx. 2 hours) ↓ ③ Moor the kayak upstream of Nakayoshi River/Trek through the subtropical forest (approx. 1km trekking/40-50 minutes) ↓ ④ Arrive at Nara Falls ↓ ○ Play in the water at the base of the waterfall & have lunch under the open sky & take a break (1-1.5 hours) ↓ ⑤ Return to the kayak mooring point (approx. 1km trekking/40-50 minutes) ↓ ⑥ Return to Shirahama Port by kayak (approx. 7km kayaking/approx. 2 hours) ↓ ⑦ Arrive at Shirahama Port (30 minutes for packing up, etc.) ↓ ⑧ Drop-off at Uehara Port or your accommodation in the Uehara area OR disband at Shirahama Port ◎ Total tour time: approx. 7 hours ◎ Round trip kayaking distance: approx. 14-15km ◎ During spring tides or neap tides, there may be days when you have to paddle against the current. The paddling distance will also increase as you will have to bypass the tidal flats. This tour is only for those who are confident in their physical fitness. 《If heading to the Adanade River》 ① Pick-up from Uehara Port or your accommodation in the Uehara area OR meet at Shirahama Port ↓ ② Depart from Shirahama (Kayak approximately 3.5-4.5km/1-1.5 hours) ↓ ③ Moor the kayak upstream of the Adanade River / Stream trekking upstream of the Adanade River (Stream trekking & water play approximately 1km/40 minutes-1 hour) ↓ ④ Open-air lunch & break (1-1.5 hours) ↓ ⑤ Return to the kayak mooring point while playing in the water (Stream trekking approximately 1km/40 minutes-1 hour) ↓ ⑥ Return to Shirahama Port by kayak (Kayak approximately 3.5-4.5km/1 hour-1 hour)

    Purchase Notice

    Important notes regarding course participation:

    • The round trip by canoe is 14km (about 1.5 hours), and the jungle trekking is about 50 minutes round trip. This is a physically demanding course. Get plenty of sleep the night before and be in top physical condition. And be sure to eat a good breakfast!

    Includes/Excludes

    • Guide fee, rental of various equipment, insurance, lunch, coffee after the meal, and shuttle service (limited to the Uehara Port to Shirahama section)

    Reminders

    • Ages of participation: 6 to 65 years old

    • Clothing and belongings: Wear clothes that can get wet, such as a swimsuit or rash guard. Bring at least 1 liter of water. Take precautions against sunburn, such as a hat and sunglasses. If taking photos with your smartphone, bring a waterproof case.

    • Rental equipment includes: kayaks, paddles, life jackets, marine shoes, and waterproof bags.

    • Minimum number of participants: 2

    Meeting Point

    Location Name: Iriomote, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District

    Address: Iriomote, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District

    How to Get There
    * Meeting Time: 8:00-9:00 The meeting time may vary depending on the weather and tide conditions of the day. We will inform you of the details by phone the day before the tour. * Meeting Place: If you are staying between Uehara and Shirahama, we will pick you up from your accommodation. If you are coming by car or bus, please meet at the boat ramp in Shirahama (in front of Kinjo Ryokan).

    Experience Location

    Location Name: Iriomote, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District

    Address: Iriomote, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District

    How to Get There
    ・For those arriving by car: Please come to the slope in Shirahama, the westernmost settlement on Iriomote Island. After passing through the island's only tunnel, you will see Shirahama Elementary School at the end of the road. The meeting point is the slope on your right where several boats are lined up. Please park your car in the parking space in front of Kinjo Ryokan. More details will be provided by phone the day before the tour. ・For those arriving by other means: For those arriving by ferry from Ishigaki on an early morning ferry: Take the shuttle bus to Shirahama and get off at the last bus stop. Your guide will be waiting for you at the slope in front of Kinjo Ryokan in the Shirahama settlement, where many boats are lined up. More details will be provided by phone the day before the tour.

    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellations 3 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
    • For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
    • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
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