Plan introduction( SUP or Canoeing & Snorkeling at Barasu Island )
This is a very popular tour that includes canoeing or SUP cruise at mangrove river of Iriomote Island, which is registered as a World Natural Heritage site, and snorkeling with sea turtles in Barasu Island, which is called “Miracle Island”.
Not only those who stay in Iriomote Island, but also those who take a day trip from Ishigaki Island can join the tour.
First, cruising by SUP or canoe at mangrove river.
Our experienced guides will take into account the wind direction and tide level of the day and select a location with calm currents so that you can enjoy cruising by canoe or SUP in a relaxed manner.
During the exploration, you can observe the unique flora and fauna of Iriomote Island, which is registered as a World Natural Heritage site.
Enjoy an experience that is hard to find in the city.
In the afternoon, we will land on Barasu Island, which is made of only pieces of coral reef.
This island, also known as “Miracle Island”, is an uninhabited island that does not appear on any maps, and is the most popular tourist spot in Iriomote Island and its vicinity.
Enjoy snorkeling around Barasu Island, which is home to many tropical fish and coral reefs.
You can see clownfish, made famous by the movie “Finding Nemo,” and sea turtles, an endangered species.
This place is truly a natural aquarium. Enjoy the colorful tropical fish and coral reefs.
You can enjoy popular activities in Iriomote Island at one time, so please join us when you come here.
Free transportation to and from your hotel (limited to Uehara area) is available, and all necessary tools are lent free of charge, so you can easily participate in the tour.
Estimated timetable
| Time | Details |
| 9:00 | Please come to the meeting place * Hotel pick-up service is available at each hotel. (only in in Uehara area of Iriomote Island) * If you are coming from Ishigaki Island on the same day, please board the 8:00 a.m. ferry to Uehara Port. |
| 9:20 | Arrival at the field. |
| 9:30 | Start of 1st activity. |
| 11:00 | End of 1st activity. |
| 11:30 | Lunch time. * Our guide will take you to a restaurant where you can have lunch. * Please bring money for lunch. |
| 13:00 | End of lunch time |
| 13:20 | Arrival at the field. |
| 13:30 | Start of 2nd activity. |
| 15:00 | End of 2nd activity. |
| 15:30 | End of the tour * If you request a drop-off service, we will take you to your hotel. (only in Uehara area of Iriomote Island) |
* Schedule is subject to change depending on weather, tide level, and number of participants.
Course Summary
| Tour Price (Tax included) |
Adult (12+) : 15,000 yen Child (6-11) : 15,000 yen |
| Included in price | Guide fee, Rental fee (life jackets, marine shoes, SUP/Canoe equipment, Snorkel equipment, Wetsuits for winter, Helmets), Fee for using shower room(hot water), Photo data taken on the tour, Insurance, Taxes |
| What to bring | Towel, Drink, Sunscreen, Change of clothes (if you need), Money for Lunch |
| What to wear on tour | Swimsuit, Rash guard, Half pants, etc. |
| Meeting and Dismissal Locations | Please choose from the following. 1. Pick-up and drop-off at each hotel in Iriomote Island (Only in Uehara area) * Please see NOTES for details. 2. Uehara Port 681 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1541, Japan (Google Map) |
| Term | Whole Year |
| Time | 9:00-15:30 ( 6.5 hours) |
| Time of meeting | Our guide will inform you of the meeting time the day before the tour. |
| Age restrictions | 6-59 years old * SUP is limited only for ages 12 and older. If you have children between 6 and 11 years old, please choose canoeing. |
| Max. capacity of the tour | 30 people (Minimum 2 people) |
| Reservation deadline | By 8:00 p.m. the day before the tour |
How to contact us after booking a tour
Our guide will contact you by phone (or e-mail) the evening of the day before the tour to inform you of the tour details.
For single person
The minimum number of participants for this plan is 2.
If there are no other participants, the tour will be cancelled free of charge.
We will inform you if the tour will be held or not the day before the tour.
Pick-up and Drop-off Area
Pick up and drop off service is available at hotels in Uehara area of Iriomote Island.
Our guide will inform you of the pick-up time after your reservation is made.
* Hotels outside the Uehara area (Jungle Hotel Painumaya, Eco Village, Latida Iriomote, etc.) are out of the pick-up and drop-off area.
If you are staying at such hotels, please take a bus or taxi to the Uehara Port.
Cancellation and Change of Reservation
The following cancellation fees will apply if you wish to cancel your reservation.
1. By 8 days before the tour : Free of charge
2. By 7 to 2 days before the tour : 2,000 yen for one group
3. After the day before the tour : 100% of the participation fee
*No cancellation fee will be charged if you cannot join the tour due to force majeure, such as tour cancellation due to bad weather or flight cancellation.
For any changes to the tour, please get in touch with us at the e-mail address (or phone number) provided in the reservation confirmation e-mail.
About the decision to cancel the tour
The tour will be held even if it rains, as long as safety is ensured.
Except for special weather conditions such as typhoons, the tour will generally be held rain or shine.
However, field conditions are subject to change due to wind, waves, and other factors in addition to rain.
If we determine that the field is not safe on the day of the tour due to these factors, we may cancel the tour even if the weather is fine.
Our guide will contact you if the tour is cancelled.
Notes
1. Meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season and field conditions on the day of the tour.
Our guide will inform you of the meeting place and time on the day before the tour.
2. Please change into clothes that you do not mind getting wet before the tour.
3. Please use the restroom before the tour. There are no restrooms near the tour field.
4. Please contact our guide in advance if you are going to be late.
5. SUP is limited only for ages 12 and older.
If you have children between 6 and 11 years old, please choose canoeing.
6. For the safety of our guests, we require all guests to wear life jackets on our tours.
Please do not remove your life jacket during the tour.
7. For safety reasons, we do not allow people who meet these conditions to participate in our tours. Please be sure to check.
