What is Ishigaki Island SUP Tour?
Many people visit Okinawa every year for sightseeing.
Among them, Ishigaki Island, with its natural beauty of mangrove forests and crystal clear waters, including Kabira Bay, is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world.
SUP is becoming popular on Ishigaki Island, where the crystal clear waters and rich coral reefs are symbolic.
SUP is an activity in which people enjoy cruising by paddling on a board while balancing on it.
SUP is an acronym for “Stand Up Paddle Surfing” and is commonly called “SUP.”
There are many ways to play with SUP boards.
You can paddle and cruise around or lie down on the board.
You can also enjoy yoga on a SUP board.
Types of SUP tours held on Ishigaki Island.
Sea SUP
The sea of Ishigaki Island is crystal clear and inhabited by many corals.
Looking at the ocean from the SUP board, you can enjoy the beautiful underwater scenery without looking through goggles.
Mangrove SUP
Mangrove SUP in Ishigaki Island allows you to see and enjoy the flora and fauna that inhabit the mangrove forests.
Miyara River and Fukidori River are recommended among the mangrove rivers in Ishigaki Island.
Clothing, What to Bring, and Rental Equipment for Ishigaki Island SUP Tour
Dress for Ishigaki Island SUP Tour
| Summer (April-October) | swimsuits, rash guards, leggings, short-sleeved T-shirts, half pants, etc. |
| Winter (November-March) | Rush guards, leggings, half pants, short-sleeved T-shirts, long-sleeved nylon jackets, etc. |
Belongings for Ishigaki Island SUP Tour
| Things to bring | sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a drink, a towel, a change of clothes (only in necessary form), etc. |
Rental Equipment for Ishigaki Island SUP Tour
| Rental equipment | felt-soled boots, life jackets, paddles, SUP boards. |
Beginners are welcome to Ishigaki Island SUP Tour!
SUP is mainly enjoyed in resort areas, and many people may experience it for the first time on Ishigaki Island.
The SUP tours are accompanied by an instructor who will lecture you before you get on the board so you can participate without worries.
Most of the tour participants in Ishigaki Island are first-time SUP riders.
The boards used for SUP tours are larger than surfboards.
They are thicker, more stable, and more accessible for anyone to balance, even children.
After just 5 minutes of practice, you can enjoy cruising freely.
