The best time to visit is the winter season (December to April), when humpback whales return to Okinawa waters, and the viewing rate is as high as over 90%.

What are the must-see attractions?

Must-see attractions include pristine subtropical jungle, mangroves, and the habitat of the rare Iriomote lynx.

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Iriomote Island

Top activities in Iriomote Island

Okinawa, Japan Island Hopping Day Tour|Iriomote Island & Yubu Island|Depart from Ishigaki Island

Barasu Island Snorkeling + Mangrove Canoe/SUP Tour Reservation with Hotel Pick-up in Uehara Area and Free Photo Data (Iriomote Island, Okinawa)

Iriomote Island: Mangrove SUP or Canoeing, Buffalo Cart Ride & Yubu Island Sightseeing with Uehara Area Hotel Transfers & Free Photos | Okinawa

Okinawa, Japan|Island Hopping Ferry・KARIYUSHI Tour 3-Day Pass|Book Now and Use Now

Iriomote Island Night Jungle & Starry Sky Tour with Hotel Pick-Up | Uehara Area

Iriomote Island Mangrove SUP / Canoe + Barasu Island Landing + Yubu Island Sightseeing 1-Day Tour Reservation Free Photo Data (Okinawa)

Departing from Iriomote Island | Snorkeling on the Miracle Island (Barasu Island) + Water Buffalo Carriage + Yubu Island Sightseeing (Yubu Island admission fee included, Uehara area hotel pick-up and drop-off included, free photo data)

Iriomote Island mangrove canoe or SUP experience half-day tour (morning or afternoon) with Uehara area hotel transfer & free photo data

[March to May only] Natural illumination! Yaeyama firefly viewing tour reservations (Iriomote Island, Okinawa)

Adventure in a World Heritage Site with a classic activity! Tropical snorkeling + canyoning 1-day tour reservation, free photo data (Iriomote Island, Okinawa)

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Okinawa Prefecture, Iriomote Island, Hateruma Island Area | Izakaya Bamboo(居酒屋 バンブー)| Seat Reservation Only

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Mangrove SUP/canoe + splash canyoning 1-day tour reservation for Mizuochi Falls (Iriomote Island, Okinawa)

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Okinawa Prefecture, Iriomote Island, Hateruma Island Area | Izakaya Bamboo(居酒屋バンブー)| Seat Reservation Only