Mangrove Canoe & Kula Falls Trek: Best for First-Timers to Iriomote Island

Highlights

  • Mangrove Canoeing & Subtropical Jungle Trekking Tour
  • The tour takes approx. 2 hours, making it easy to fit into your itinerary
  • Kids 3+ can join! Approx. 15 min each for canoeing & trekking ensures a safe trip

What to expect

Enjoy the jungle with canoeing & trekking on Iriomote Island, a World Natural Heritage Site. Recommended for first-timers! Free hotel transfers are available. Kids from age 3 are welcome to join.

What's included

  • Shoes
  • Waterproof Bag
  • Canoe Equipment Set

About this experience

Starting at
09:30, 13:30

Schedule

  1. Meet at Uehara Port or pick up at your hotel
  2. [For those coming from Ishigaki Island]
    Take the 8:30 AM Aneyasugo (Aneyoshi) ferry to Uehara. If canceled due to winds, take the ferry to Ohara and use the free connection bus to Uehara
  3. Arrive at the starting point of Kula Falls
    Change into specialized shoes and pack your belongings into waterproof bags to get ready for departure.
  4. Paddle lecture
  5. Start kayaking!
    Paddle along a short distance for about 15 minutes. Beginners and children can enjoy this with peace of mind.
  6. Trekking
    Walk and splash through the stream after getting off the canoe. The walk takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
  7. Arrive at Kula Falls!
    Spend about 15 minutes resting, swimming, or trying "waterfall meditation" under the falls.
  8. Head back for about 30 minutes
  9. End of the tour

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Uehara Port

    Uehara, Taketomi, Yaeyama District, Okinawa 907-1541

    Uehara Port — Uehara, Taketomi, Yaeyama District, Okinawa 907-1541

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Restrictions

  • Ages 3 to 75 can participate
  • [About Insurance]
    Our shop is covered by liability insurance, which applies only when our negligence is proven. Please purchase your own domestic travel insurance before your trip, as you will need to use your own insurance for injuries caused by your own intent or negligence.

What to bring

  • Recommended clothing
    Wear swimwear, a rash guard, and leggings
  • Beverages
  • Clothing that can get wet
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes

Other requirements

  • Please note that a cancellation fee will be charged if you cancel within one week of the tour date. The tour will run even in heavy rain.
  • Please note that a cancellation fee will apply if you cancel on the day of the tour due to rain. In case of heavy rain, the canoeing portion may be canceled and changed to trekking only.

Additional notes

  • Children of elementary school age and younger may share one paddle with an adult
  • Uehara Port is frequently closed due to seasonal winds. In case of cancellation, please take the ferry to Ohara Port and use the ferry company's free shuttle bus to reach Uehara Port.
  • Cancellations cannot be accepted solely due to the cancellation of ferry services to Uehara Port
  • There are no changing rooms or showers available on this course. Please change in the restrooms at the port if you get wet.
  • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.

Operated by

Iriomote Island Nature Guide Shop「NONPURA」 (Code:206038)

Cancellation policy

  • 1-7 business days before (local time): 50%
  • On the activity day / No-show: 100%

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