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Night Kayak Tour with Stargazing on Iriomote Island

Name: Night Kayak Tour with Stargazing on Iriomote Island
Brand: VELTRA
Price: 56.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (29 reviews)

4.70· 29 reviews

Highlights

Amazed by the starry sky and bioluminescent plankton from the kayak!
Out of the 88 constellations, you can observe as many as 84!
Stargazing that changes with the seasons, featuring shooting stars and the Milky Way
The guide will take photos during the tour!

What to expect

Paddle out on a kayak to relax under the starry night skies and discover fantastic views of Iriomote Island that was designated as the first International Dark Sky Place of Japan in 2018.

What's included

Various rental equipment (life jackets, etc.)
English-speaking guide
Japanese-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at: 19:00
Group size: Minimum travelers: 2

Schedule

Pick-up from Iriomote hotels or Meet at Iriomote Nature School
Arrival at the Starting Point and Beginning of the Lecture
A qualified and experienced guide will provide a thorough lecture, allowing you to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.
Night Kayak
Ride a kayak out under the starry night. You may even see shooting stars in the quiet air.
A Sky Full of Stars
Paddle a kayak through Iriomote Island's nighttime mangroves under a star-filled sky. Observe 84 out of 88 constellations, including the Southern Cross (January-June) and the Summer Triangle with the Milky Way (July-September). It's a perfect spot for stargazing with minimal light pollution.
Tour Ends at Iriomote Nature School Drop-off at Iriomote hotels

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Iriomote Nature School
546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
[Transportation Service]
Guests staying in the Uehara area in western Iriomote Island are eligible for transportation service. However, transportation is not available for guests staying in the following distant areas: Ōhara, Hotel Eco Village, Jungle Hotel Painumaya, Hoshidate (Hoshidate Hotel), Sonai (Island Hotel), and Shirahama (Uminchu no Ie). Please arrange your own transportation, such as a rental car, to reach Iriomote Nature School.

Operated by

Iriomote Nature School (Code:127431)

Cancellation policy

2-3 business days before (local time): 50%
Less than 2 business days before / No-show: 100%

Reviews

4.70

29 reviews

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It was the best!

Posted Date: 2026/07/09

ぶるー

Two of us participated! The staff was very kind and provided transportation close to the hotel! During the canoeing, they taught us about constellations and shared information about the island, making it a great experience✨ I'm glad I participated! I recommend it to anyone who is unsure!!女2人で参加しました！
ホテルの近くまで送迎してくれてスタッフの方もとても親切でした！
カヌー中も星座を教えてくれたり、島のことをし教えてくれたりといい経験になりました✨参加してよかったです！悩んでる方はおすすめです！！

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It was fun! 😊

Posted Date: 2025/08/05

もとき

I participated with my wife and two children. It was tough due to strong winds and rain, but we were able to see a bat for a moment, and it was a lot of fun! Next time, I want to join when the moon is dark to see the Milky Way!妻と子供２人で参加
強風&雨で大変でしたがコウモリも一瞬見られてとても楽しかったです✨次回は月が暗い時に参加して天の川を観たいと思います！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. You did a great job despite the strong winds. We hope to see you again next time. Thank you very much.この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。風が強い中頑張りました。また機会があればよろしくお願いいたします。
有り難うございました。

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Enjoying the night on Iriomote Island! A night tour full of excitement, even without the stars.

Posted Date: 2025/05/31

安らぎ庵

Although the cloudy sky prevented us from seeing a starry night, it was an incredibly fulfilling night tour that made us forget about it. Watching the sunset and the sky gradually darkening from the river was truly magical.

Paddling through the calm waters in a kayak, we explored the nighttime mangrove forest. The sounds of birds and the sight of bats flying around were exhilarating!

What impressed me the most were the bioluminescent plankton. The shimmering surface of the water felt like we wer… Although the cloudy sky prevented us from seeing a starry night, it was an incredibly fulfilling night tour that made us forget about it. Watching the sunset and the sky gradually darkening from the river was truly magical.

Paddling through the calm waters in a kayak, we explored the nighttime mangrove forest. The sounds of birds and the sight of bats flying around were exhilarating!

What impressed me the most were the bioluminescent plankton. The shimmering surface of the water felt like we were in another world.

Even without stars, it was a wonderful experience that allowed us to fully appreciate the mysteries of nature. If you visit Iriomote Island, I highly recommend joining this tour! あいにくの曇り空で満天の星空は見られなかったものの、それを忘れさせてくれるほど充実したナイトツアーでした。
日が沈み、空が徐々に暗くなっていく様子を川の上から眺める時間はとても幻想的。
静かな水面をカヤックで進みながら、夜のマングローブ林を探検。鳥の鳴き声や、コウモリが飛び交う姿が間近に見られて大興奮！
そして、何より感動したのは夜光虫。水面がきらめくその光景はまるで別世界にいるようでした。
星がなくても、十分に自然の神秘を体感できる素晴らしい体験でした。西表島に行くならぜひ参加してほしいツアーです！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Although the weather was cloudy, I’m glad it didn’t rain and you were able to enjoy the dark night. The bioluminescent plankton were beautiful. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。雨模様でしたが雨が降らず、真っ暗な夜を楽しんでいただけ良かったです。夜光虫がきれいでした。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Starry sky

Posted Date: 2025/05/11

ISA

There were a few clouds, but Mars, Jupiter, and various constellations, especially Gemini, were clearly visible. It was very beautiful, and I hope to see a clear starry sky next time.少し雲がありましたが、火星や木星、色々な星座とくに双子座がはっきり見え
とても綺麗でした、次回は晴天の星空を見れればよいなと思いました。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. We were able to see some stars as well. If there’s another opportunity, we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you.この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。星も何とか見れました。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。
ありがとうございました。

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A starry sky filled with countless stars and sparkling bioluminescent plankton.

Posted Date: 2025/03/05

みどみど

The pitch darkness of Iriomote Island made the countless stars in the night sky shine brilliantly, which was truly moving. I was also amazed by the glowing plankton sparkling in the water with just a gentle movement of the paddle. This was my fourth time canoeing, but it was my first time at night, and it was such an enjoyable experience that time flew by too quickly; I wished I could have gazed at the night sky for even longer.西表島の真っ暗闇だからこそ、夜空の無数の星々が、光輝いて見えて、感動的でした。パドルを軽く動かすだけで、海中に煌めく夜光虫にも驚きました。
カヌーは、4度目でしたが、夜のカヌーは
初めてで、楽しいひとときで、時間の経つのが早すぎて、もっともっと夜空を眺めていたかったです。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

This is Iwamoto from Iriomote Nature School. Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad you enjoyed the pitch-black night. It's a unique experience that is hard to come by. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much.この度は、西表自然学校の岩本です。西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。真っ暗な夜を楽しんでいただけて良かったです。中々経験できない空間です。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Enjoying nature.

Posted Date: 2025/02/17

はまっこ

I had a truly valuable experience kayaking in the real darkness and quiet after sunset. The darkness made the bioluminescent plankton look beautiful, as I could barely see a few meters ahead. In that peaceful space, the only sounds were the water splashing from the kayak and the calls of owls, allowing me to fully enjoy nature in a way that is not possible in the city.

They provided detailed explanations about constellations, mangroves, and paddling techniques, and the pace allowed us to really a… I had a truly valuable experience kayaking in the real darkness and quiet after sunset. The darkness made the bioluminescent plankton look beautiful, as I could barely see a few meters ahead. In that peaceful space, the only sounds were the water splashing from the kayak and the calls of owls, allowing me to fully enjoy nature in a way that is not possible in the city.

They provided detailed explanations about constellations, mangroves, and paddling techniques, and the pace allowed us to really appreciate nature, which was great. Thank you very much.

It was cloudy, so I couldn't see the stars, giving it a star rating of -1, but I would like to try again next time. 日没後の本当の暗闇と静かさの中をカヤックする、とても貴重な経験ができました。暗闇は、目を凝らして数メートル先が見えるかどうかで、その分夜光虫が綺麗に見えました。静かな空間で、カヤックを漕ぐ水の音と、フクロウの声だけが聞こえ、普段都会では体験することのできない自然を満喫しました。
星座やマングローブ、漕ぎ方を詳しく解説してもらえますし、自然を満喫できるペースなのもとてもよかったです。ありがとうございました。
曇りで星が見えず星-1ですが、次回リベンジしたいと思います。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the starry sky, but the darkness and the bioluminescent plankton were beautiful. We hope to see you again next time. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。あいにく星空は見れなかったですが、真っ暗で夜光虫がきれいでした。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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First night canoeing.

Posted Date: 2025/01/11

夏な

I was worried until the last minute whether the event would take place due to bad weather, but I was able to participate somehow. Although it was cloudy and close to a full moon, which made it difficult to enjoy the stars, the night mangrove canoeing was a relaxing experience that was very soothing. I was also happy to see a few fireflies! Thank you very much.天候不良により直前まで決行されるか不安でしたがなんとか参加できました。
曇りと満月に近かったこともあり、星を堪能することは叶いませんでしたが、夜のマングローブカヌーはゆったりとした時間が流れて癒されました。
少しでしたが夜行虫見られたのは嬉しかったです！
ありがとうございました。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Although we couldn't see the starry sky, we appreciate you enjoying the mangroves and bioluminescent plankton at night. We hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。星空は見えなかったですが、夜のマングローブと夜光虫を楽しんでいただきありがとうございました。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Amazing!

Posted Date: 2024/07/14

高齢者だけど

The detailed explanations and consideration were very good. It was a bit disappointing that the starry sky wasn't great due to the half-moon on the day, but that couldn't be helped given the schedule. I'm grateful that even the elderly were able to comfortably take part.細かな説明と配慮があり、とても良かったです。当日は半月で星空がイマイチだったのが残念でしたが、こればかりは日程上仕方なかったですね。高齢者でも気持ち良く引き受けて下さり感謝します

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Hello, this is Iwamoto from Iriomote Nature School. Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad you enjoyed the mangrove forest at night. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you again. Thank you.こんにちは、西表自然学校の岩本です。この度は西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。夜のマンウローブ林を楽しんでいただけて良かったです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Starry sky

Posted Date: 2024/04/13

メロン

I'm glad I was able to see stars that are usually not visible.
Paddling through the dark mangroves in a canoe, I was able to experience a magical world, and it was great to see the bioluminescent plankton as well.
Additionally, the guide's explanations were clear and thorough, which I highly recommend.普段見られない星が、見られて良かったです。
暗闇のマングローブを､カヌーで進み、幻想的な世界、夜光虫も見られ良かったです。
また、ガイドさんの説明が、分かりやすく丁寧でおすすめです。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. We appreciate your enjoyment of the beautiful weather and the night’s darkness. We hope to see you again in the future. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。天気も良く、夜の暗闇を楽しんでいただきありがとうございました。
また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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It was amazing!

Posted Date: 2024/03/16

まお

We walked along a path in the coastal forest, illuminated by flashlights, heading towards the river with our guide. It felt like an adventure even before getting on the canoe! Although I was a beginner at canoeing, we practiced paddling on land before getting in, and the instructions were given very carefully, which made me feel safe and able to enjoy the experience. While paddling, our guide explained many constellations and animals that are active at night.

It was bright due to the full moon, … We walked along a path in the coastal forest, illuminated by flashlights, heading towards the river with our guide. It felt like an adventure even before getting on the canoe! Although I was a beginner at canoeing, we practiced paddling on land before getting in, and the instructions were given very carefully, which made me feel safe and able to enjoy the experience. While paddling, our guide explained many constellations and animals that are active at night.

It was bright due to the full moon, so we couldn't see the bioluminescent plankton in the middle of the river, but our guide found a spot where we could see them, and I was really moved when we discovered the sparkling plankton. I was also happy to hear the calls of owls and geckos. Thank you for the wonderful memories! ガイドさんと夜の暗い中、海沿いの林にある小道を懐中電灯で照らして歩き、川を目指しました。カヌーに乗る前も、探検しているみたいで楽しかったです！
カヌーは初心者でしたが、乗る前に陸地で漕ぐ練習を行い、乗り方も丁寧に説明して下さるので、安心して楽しむことができます。カヌーを漕ぎながら、ガイドさんは星座や夜に活動する動物をたくさん説明して下さりました。
満月で明るかったので、川の真ん中では夜光虫が見えなかったのですが、ガイドさんが見える場所を探して下さり、キラキラとした夜光虫を見つけた時はとっても感動しま… ガイドさんと夜の暗い中、海沿いの林にある小道を懐中電灯で照らして歩き、川を目指しました。カヌーに乗る前も、探検しているみたいで楽しかったです！
カヌーは初心者でしたが、乗る前に陸地で漕ぐ練習を行い、乗り方も丁寧に説明して下さるので、安心して楽しむことができます。カヌーを漕ぎながら、ガイドさんは星座や夜に活動する動物をたくさん説明して下さりました。
満月で明るかったので、川の真ん中では夜光虫が見えなかったのですが、ガイドさんが見える場所を探して下さり、キラキラとした夜光虫を見つけた時はとっても感動しました。フクロウやヤモリの鳴き声を聞けたことも嬉しかったです。
楽しい思い出をありがとうございました！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the mangrove night kayak tour in Iriomote Island. Despite the many bad weather days during this season, we were able to see the stars and relax. We hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島のマングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。この時期天気が悪い日が多い中、星が見れてのんびりとできました。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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I participated in a night tour on Iriomote Island! I couldn't see many stars, but the full moon was very beautiful!

Posted Date: 2023/11/29

ぷぷぷ

I booked a night tour in Iriomote Island through VELTRA. Since it was November, we couldn't see the stars we were hoping for, but kayaking at night while learning about fireflies, the mangrove ecosystem, and the night sky from our guide was a very interesting experience! The tour lasted just over 60 minutes, so it would have been perfect if we could have enjoyed it a little longer. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful experience on the southern island!VELTRAさんから西表島のナイトツアーを予約しました。
11月だったのでそんなにお目当ての星空は見えなかったけど、綺麗な満月の中、夜行虫やマングローブの生態系、ガイドさんの夜空の講習を受けながらのナイトカヤックはとても面白い体験をさせていただきました！
時間が60分強だったので、あと少し長い時間楽しめれば言うこと無しです♪
南の島での面白い体験を教えてもらい、本当にありがとうございました！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. It was beautiful to see the full moon rising. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。満月が登ってくるところが見れてきれいでした。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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The starry sky and the glowing plankton were beautiful.

Posted Date: 2023/11/25

さくら

I was really looking forward to my first night tour on Iriomote Island. Canoeing was a first-time experience for me, but I felt safe and enjoyed it thanks to the thorough instructions and supervision provided. I was satisfied to see many stars and bioluminescent plankton that I can't see in the city. The guide was very knowledgeable about stars and constellations and provided a lot of explanations. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't see the Milky Way because the moon was bright. The gui… I was really looking forward to my first night tour on Iriomote Island. Canoeing was a first-time experience for me, but I felt safe and enjoyed it thanks to the thorough instructions and supervision provided. I was satisfied to see many stars and bioluminescent plankton that I can't see in the city. The guide was very knowledgeable about stars and constellations and provided a lot of explanations. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't see the Milky Way because the moon was bright. The guide informed us of the time the moon would set that day and suggested that we stay up late to look at the night sky. So, I went to the beach in the middle of the night. Although the Milky Way was hidden behind thin clouds, the sight of the orange moon setting was very beautiful. I would like to join this tour again during the new moon to see the Milky Way. 初めての西表島でのナイトツアーなのでとても楽しみにしていました。
カヌーは初体験でしたがしっかりレクチャーと見守りをしていただいたので安心して楽しむことができました。
都会では見ることのない沢山の星と青く光る夜光虫を見ることができ満足できました。
ガイドの方が星や星座にとても詳しく沢山解説をしてくださいました。
ただ、月が明るかったので天の川を見ることができなかったことを残念に思っていたところ、その日の月の没む時刻を教えてくださり、頑張って夜更かしをして夜空を見上げてみたらどうですか？と提案してください… 初めての西表島でのナイトツアーなのでとても楽しみにしていました。
カヌーは初体験でしたがしっかりレクチャーと見守りをしていただいたので安心して楽しむことができました。
都会では見ることのない沢山の星と青く光る夜光虫を見ることができ満足できました。
ガイドの方が星や星座にとても詳しく沢山解説をしてくださいました。
ただ、月が明るかったので天の川を見ることができなかったことを残念に思っていたところ、その日の月の没む時刻を教えてくださり、頑張って夜更かしをして夜空を見上げてみたらどうですか？と提案してくださいましたので、夜中に海岸へ行ってみました。
天の川は薄雲に隠れて見えませんでしたが、オレンジ色に輝く月が没んでいくところがとても綺麗でした。
新月の時にもう一度このツアーに参加して天の川を見たいと思います。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the main Milky Way due to the full moon, but the bioluminescent plankton was beautiful. We also enjoyed the atmosphere of the night. We hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!このたびは、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。あいにくの満月で、メインの天の川が見れなかったですが、夜光虫がきれいでした。また、夜の雰囲気は楽しめました。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Mysterious night canoeing

Posted Date: 2023/11/14

どらちゃん

I had seen mangroves several times before, so I signed up to experience what the mangroves are like at night! I had limited canoeing experience, but I received thorough instruction and was able to participate safely. By chance, it was a new moon, and if the weather had been good, we could have seen the stars beautifully. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, so we couldn't see the stars, but the bioluminescent plankton were stunning, and I was satisfied with the experience of kayaking through the … I had seen mangroves several times before, so I signed up to experience what the mangroves are like at night! I had limited canoeing experience, but I received thorough instruction and was able to participate safely. By chance, it was a new moon, and if the weather had been good, we could have seen the stars beautifully. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, so we couldn't see the stars, but the bioluminescent plankton were stunning, and I was satisfied with the experience of kayaking through the pitch-black night mangroves! I think this is a tour that you can't easily experience elsewhere! マングローブは　以前何度もみているので、夜のマングローブは　どんなものか体験したくて申し込みました！カヌーの経験もとぼしかったのですが、しっかりとレクチャーしていただき　安全に参加出来ました。たまたま　新月にあたり　天気が良ければ　星も綺麗にみれたのですが、残念ながら天気が悪かったので　星は見れませんでしが　夜光虫が　とても綺麗に見れて　漆黒の夜のマングローブカヤック体験できて満足でした！他ではなかなか体験出来ないツアーだと思います！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Although we couldn't see the starry sky, we experienced the pitch-black night. The bioluminescent plankton were beautiful as well. If there’s another opportunity, we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。星空は見れなかったけど、漆黒の夜が体験できました。また、夜光虫がきれいでしたね。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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It was amazing!

Posted Date: 2023/10/22

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On the day I participated, there were a few clouds, but I was still able to see many stars. The guide had a wealth of knowledge about astronomy and provided many explanations, allowing me to relax while contemplating the stars! The canoeing was also easy since we paddled in a calm area. I would love to join again when I visit Iriomote! The next day, I participated in a tour with the same Iriomote Nature School that included canoeing, waterfalls, and snorkeling, and that was also fantastic. Thank… On the day I participated, there were a few clouds, but I was still able to see many stars. The guide had a wealth of knowledge about astronomy and provided many explanations, allowing me to relax while contemplating the stars! The canoeing was also easy since we paddled in a calm area. I would love to join again when I visit Iriomote! The next day, I participated in a tour with the same Iriomote Nature School that included canoeing, waterfalls, and snorkeling, and that was also fantastic. Thank you! 参加した日は少し雲がありましたが、それでも沢山星が見れました。
ガイドの方の天体への知識量が多く、沢山解説してくださったので星に思いを馳せながらゆったり過ごせました！
カヌーも流れが穏やかな場所を漕ぐのでキツくはなかったです。
また西表に行ったら参加したいです！
翌日に同じ西表自然学校さんでカヌーと滝、シュノーケリングのツアーにも参加したのですがそちらも最高でした。ありがとうございました！

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. The moonlight was minimal, allowing us to see the stars clearly. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。月の光が少なくて、星がよく見れました。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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It became a truly wonderful memory.

Posted Date: 2023/10/14

ゆみ

I visited Iriomote Island for the first time, and it truly became a wonderful memory! It was the most enjoyable tour of my 5-day trip.
There was no one around except for the tour guide and the two of us, and we listened closely to the sounds of the birds and owls of Iriomote Island in the quiet space. Looking up, we saw many stars, and beneath the surface, the glowing dinoflagellates.
Although there were many clouds, the guide provided detailed explanations about the constellations and satelli… I visited Iriomote Island for the first time, and it truly became a wonderful memory! It was the most enjoyable tour of my 5-day trip.
There was no one around except for the tour guide and the two of us, and we listened closely to the sounds of the birds and owls of Iriomote Island in the quiet space. Looking up, we saw many stars, and beneath the surface, the glowing dinoflagellates.
Although there were many clouds, the guide provided detailed explanations about the constellations and satellites visible between the clouds. Thank you for the wonderful time; I’m recommending it to my friends! 初めて西表島へ行きましたが本当に素敵な思い出になりました！5日間の旅行の中で1番楽しかったツアーです。
ツアーの方と私たち2人以外誰も周辺におらず、静かな空間に鳴り響く西表島の鳥やフクロウの鳴き声に耳をすませ、頭上を見れば沢山の星、水面下には光り輝く夜光虫。
雲も多かったですが、雲と雲の間から見える星座や人工衛星についても詳しく説明していただきました。素敵な時間をありがとうございました、友達にもオススメしています。

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Reply from Iriomote Nature School

Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. We are glad you enjoyed it. It’s a tour that allows you to experience something out of the ordinary. We hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。喜んでいただきありがとうございました。非日常を味わえるツアーです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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Not only the starry sky, but also the darkness and tranquility that cannot be experienced in the city.

Posted Date: 2023/08/21

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We participated as a family of three (with a 9-year-old son) and had a truly wonderful time.

I did the "Night Kayak" ten years ago when I visited Iriomote Island, and I couldn't forget the breathtaking starry sky I saw then. I had always wanted to do it again, and this time, I was overjoyed to be able to share it with my grown son.

We set off before it got dark, and it was a luxurious experience to savor the passage of time as each star appeared one by one.

The guide's explanations about the mangro… We participated as a family of three (with a 9-year-old son) and had a truly wonderful time.

I did the "Night Kayak" ten years ago when I visited Iriomote Island, and I couldn't forget the breathtaking starry sky I saw then. I had always wanted to do it again, and this time, I was overjoyed to be able to share it with my grown son.

We set off before it got dark, and it was a luxurious experience to savor the passage of time as each star appeared one by one.

The guide's explanations about the mangroves and constellations were also great.

We were able to enjoy the darkness and tranquility that you can't experience in the city.

The sounds of owls, the shadows of bats flying right in front of us, and the sparkling light of the bioluminescent plankton were all impressive. 家族3人（子供は9歳男子）で参加し、大変すばらしい時間を過ごせました。

「ナイトカヤック」は10年前に西表島に来たときにして、そのときに見た星空の感動が忘れられず、是非またと思っていましたが、今回は大きくなった息子と一緒にできて感無量です。

暗くなる前に出発し、一つ一つ星が現れてくる時間の経過を味わえる贅沢な時間でした。

ガイドさんのマングローブや星座の解説も良かったです。

都会では味わえない暗闇と静けさを堪能できました。

フクロウの鳴き声や目の前を飛ぶ蝙蝠の影、夜光虫のきらきらした光が印象的でした。

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Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad the weather was nice. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。天気も良くて良かったです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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A stargazing and mangrove tour recommended by professional guides.

Posted Date: 2023/08/13

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After the daytime mangroves and Pinai Sara Falls, we participated in a stargazing session led by a professional, which was breathtaking and created unforgettable memories.

While enjoying the lovely twilight, we headed out for a night canoe trip. Unlike during the day, the calm waves allowed us to move slowly, and as we glided through the mangroves in silence, we experienced nature up close with many bats flying nearby.

As we returned from the mangroves, stars began to appear one by one, and befor… After the daytime mangroves and Pinai Sara Falls, we participated in a stargazing session led by a professional, which was breathtaking and created unforgettable memories.

While enjoying the lovely twilight, we headed out for a night canoe trip. Unlike during the day, the calm waves allowed us to move slowly, and as we glided through the mangroves in silence, we experienced nature up close with many bats flying nearby.

As we returned from the mangroves, stars began to appear one by one, and before we knew it, the sky was filled with countless stars. Additionally, bioluminescent plankton started to show up near the canoe, allowing us to enjoy a wonderful night.

We even received lovely souvenirs, making our unforgettable memories of Iriomote Island even more special! I highly recommend this for family trips as well as for couples! 昼のマングローブとピナイサーラの滝に続いて参加。プロが解説する星空は圧巻で、忘れられない思い出でした。
素敵なトワイライト時間を楽しみつつ、ナイトカヌーへ。。。
昼間と違い静かな波のためゆっくりと進むことができ、静寂の中マングローブを進んでいくと近くをたくさんのこうもりが飛んできて自然を体感出来ました。

マングローブから戻るとぽつぽつと星が現れ始め、気付くとあたり一面は満天の星空に。。。そして、カヌーの近くには夜光虫が現れ始め、素敵な夜を過ごすことが出来ました。

素敵なお土産までいただき、忘れられない西… 昼のマングローブとピナイサーラの滝に続いて参加。プロが解説する星空は圧巻で、忘れられない思い出でした。
素敵なトワイライト時間を楽しみつつ、ナイトカヌーへ。。。
昼間と違い静かな波のためゆっくりと進むことができ、静寂の中マングローブを進んでいくと近くをたくさんのこうもりが飛んできて自然を体感出来ました。

マングローブから戻るとぽつぽつと星が現れ始め、気付くとあたり一面は満天の星空に。。。そして、カヌーの近くには夜光虫が現れ始め、素敵な夜を過ごすことが出来ました。

素敵なお土産までいただき、忘れられない西表島も思い出になりました！
家族旅行はもちろん、カップルにもお勧めです！

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Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad the weather was nice. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you.この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。天気が良くて良かったです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。
ありがとうございました。

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I definitely want to go again!

Posted Date: 2023/08/11

かねこ

I created unforgettable memories with beautiful sunsets, canoeing in complete darkness, and seeing creatures and magical scenery that can only be experienced at night!

Thanks to the new moon in midsummer and the favorable weather, it was an experience that exceeded my expectations.

My child is in elementary school, and all three of us were beginners at canoeing, but there was a thorough briefing at the beginning, so we had no problems.綺麗なサンセットや、真っ暗な中で漕ぐカヌー、夜にしか見られない生き物や幻想的な景色を見られて忘れられない思い出が出来ました！

真夏の新月でお天気に恵まれた事もあり、参加前に期待していた以上の体験でした。

子供は小学生で、親子3人共カヌー初心者でしたが最初に丁寧な講習があり問題ありませんでした。

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Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad you were able to see the starry sky. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!この度は、西表島マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。満天の星空が見れて良かったです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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First night kayaking!

Posted Date: 2023/06/25

まりりん

The guide's stories were so interesting that time flew by! The night breeze felt nice, so I think it was more comfortable than the daytime kayaking. I definitely want to use this service again if I have the chance!ガイドさんのお話がとても面白くて時間があっという間でした！
夜風も気持ち良かったので昼間のカヤックより快適に過ごせたかなと思います
ぜひまた機会があれば利用したいです！

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Thank you for participating in the Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. I'm glad you were able to see the starry sky. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you again. Thank you!この度は、マングローブナイトカヤックツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。満天の星空が見えて良かったです。
また機会があればよろしくお願いいたします。ありがとうございました。

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I want to go on a sunny day.

Posted Date: 2023/05/15

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Unfortunately, it was cloudy on the day of our visit, so we couldn't see a perfect starry sky, but it was a wonderful experience to relax while floating on the river and watching the sky darken. If you bring your belongings, you'll end up getting on the boat with them, and they might get wet, so it's better to go without any bags. The guide took many more beautiful photos than I expected.あいにく当日は曇りで満点の星空とはいきませんでしたが、空が暗くなっていく様子を河に浮かびながらゆっくり過ごせたのはとても良い体験でした。
荷物を持って行ったらそのままボートに乗ることになってしまって荷物が濡れたので、手ぶらで行かれた方がいいです。
ガイドのおじさんが思った以上に素敵な写真をたくさん撮ってくださいました。

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Thank you for participating in the Mangrove Night Kayak Tour. Unfortunately, the cloudy sky prevented us from seeing the stars, but I hope you enjoyed the darkness of the night. If there’s another opportunity, I look forward to seeing you again. Thank you!この度は、マングローブナイトカヤックツアーツアーに参加いただきありがとうございました。あいにくの曇り空で星空は見れなかったですが、暗闇の夜を楽しんでいただけたと思います。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。

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