Mangrove Canoeing & Pinaisara Falls Trekking Tour - Iriomote_island - VELTRA

Mangrove Canoeing & Pinaisara Falls Trekking Tour

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What to expect

Start early to enjoy mangrove canoeing before the crowds. Walk slowly through the jungle as your guide shares stories. The tour includes a scenic lunch at the top of the waterfall, fun in the basin, and handmade local sweets.

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Standard Plan

Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 10-59)
From USD 100.43
From USD 100.43
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 10-59)
From USD 100.43
From USD 100.43
Price per Adult/Child :

Overview

Morning
7 - 7.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
English, Japanese
With pick-up
Lunch
Inclusions: Lunch / English-speaking guide / Japanese-speaking guide / Snacks and rental of necessary gear (special shoes / one backpack per two guests / life jacket / and canoe)

Schedule

View All
08:30-09:00

Meet at Kazaguruma or get picked up at Uehara Port or hotel in West Iriomote

09:20
Briefing & Preparation
09:40
Instruction & Practice
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09:50
Canoeing Begins
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10:40
Jungle Trekking (約50分)
P9081023
■ Pinaisara Falls
風車 カヌー&トレッキング ピナイサーラ13
11:30
Arrive at the top of Pinaisara Falls
P8221550
Scenic Lunch at the Top of the Falls
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13:00
Arrive at the base of Pinaisara Falls
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14:00
Return Journey (6–7 hr duration)
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15:30
Arrive at the shop
15:45-16:00

Drop-off at Uehara Port, your hotel, or end of the tour

Transportation add-ons

You can choose either Pick-up or Check-in (free).

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Restrictions

  • This tour includes about 2.5 hours of walking on mountain trails. It is not suitable for those who are concerned about their physical stamina.
  • Participants must be between 10 and 59 years old.
  • The following individuals are not permitted to join the tour:

    ・Those who are pregnant or may be pregnant
    ・Those with back pain, joint problems, fear of heights, heart conditions, epilepsy, or other medical issues
    ・Those who are feeling unwell or have health concerns
  • Free pick-up is available only for guests staying on Iriomote Island who are not using a rental car.
    The pick-up area includes Hoshino Resorts Iriomote Hotel and Jungle Hotel Painumaya.
    Please note that the Ohara Port area is outside the pick-up range.

Additional notes

  • This activity does not accept any changes to confirmed bookings.
  • 【Weather Conditions】
    The tour will proceed in light rain. However, it may be canceled or changed to a different course depending on the weather. Please note that the course may also be changed based on weather conditions from the previous day.
  • We will contact you the day before the tour by phone, text message, or email using the contact information you provided. At that time, we will go over the final details of the tour based on the latest weather forecast.
  • If the weather changes suddenly during the tour, we may cancel the tour midway for safety reasons. In such cases, please note that the tour fee will not be refunded.
  • Please note that we are not responsible for any travel expenses or other costs, even if the tour is canceled upon arrival at the site.
  • 【For Guests Joining from Ishigaki Island】

    Until September 30, 2026

    <Outbound>
    Departs Ishigaki Port at 8:00 AM – Bound for Uehara Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry)
    Our staff will be waiting at Uehara Port with a sign.

    <Return>
    You will be dropped off at Uehara Port around 3:30 PM.
    Departs Uehara Port at 4:50 PM – Bound for Ishigaki Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry)
  • 【Alternative Access if Uehara Ferry is Canceled – Outbound】

    Purchase a ferry ticket to Uehara Port at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry counter at Ishigaki Port.

    You will receive a ticket to Ohara Port and a special shuttle bus ticket from Ohara to Uehara.

    Board the 7:30 AM ferry from Ishigaki to Ohara.

    Upon arrival at Ohara Port, take the special shuttle bus operated by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry.

    Our staff will pick you up at Uehara Port around 9:20 AM.
  • <Return>
    At 4:30 PM, take the special shuttle bus from Uehara Port to Ohara Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry).
    Then take the 5:35 PM ferry from Ohara to Ishigaki Port, arriving around 6:25 PM.
    Unlike Uehara Port, ferries from Ohara Port are rarely canceled due to strong north winds (Oct–May), except in case of a typhoon.
    We never operate tours when same-day return to Ishigaki is not possible.
  • This tour takes place in a designated restricted area on Iriomote Island called a Special Natural Tourism Resource. From March 1, 2025, prior entry permission from the Mayor of Taketomi Town is required. The tour operator will apply on your behalf, but your personal information must be provided at the time of booking. If the daily entry limit is full, we may cancel your reservation. From March 1, 2025, a ¥500 administrative fee per person is included in the tour price.

Required items to bring & attire

  • 【Clothing】
    ・Quick-drying shirts, shorts, and leggings are recommended
    ・Jacket: for sun protection in spring/summer, or for warmth and wind protection in fall/winter
    ・Swimsuit: for those who want to swim at the waterfall basin
    ・Hat: essential from spring to summer
    ・Sunglasses: if needed
  • 【What to Bring】
    ・Camera (smartphone or iPhone)
    ※ Please manage your camera at your own risk
    ・Drink (at least 1 liter during hot seasons)
    ・Change of clothes and a towel for after the tour

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 14.

Private Charter Plan

Total:
Price per 1 Group :
1 Group (persons 1-3)
USD 349.87
USD 349.87
Total:
1 Group (persons 1-3)
USD 349.87
USD 349.87
Price per 1 Group :

This is a private tour for your group only, so you can enjoy the experience at your own pace without worrying about others. The tour can be flexibly arranged based on your group’s size, age, preferred timing, and pick-up location.

Overview

Morning
7 - 7.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
English, Japanese
With pick-up
Lunch
Inclusions: Lunch / English-speaking guide / Japanese-speaking guide / Snacks and rental of necessary gear (special shoes / one backpack per two guests / life jacket / and canoe)

Schedule

View All
08:30-09:00

Meet at Kazaguruma or get picked up at Uehara Port or hotel in West Iriomote

09:20
Briefing & Preparation
09:40
Instruction & Practice
146033607_2920267501539668_7087791001095938462_n
09:50
Canoeing Begins
P8221545
10:40
Jungle Trekking (約50分)
P9081023
■ Pinaisara Falls
風車 カヌー&トレッキング ピナイサーラ13
11:30
Arrive at the top of Pinaisara Falls
P8221550
Scenic Lunch at the Top of the Falls
P5250373
13:00
Arrive at the base of Pinaisara Falls
IMG_8799
14:00
Return Journey (6–7 hr duration)
314106436_3439738666259213_817779680482961070_n
15:30
Arrive at the shop
15:45-16:00

Drop-off at Uehara Port, your hotel, or end of the tour

Transportation add-ons

You can choose either Pick-up or Check-in (free).

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Restrictions

  • This tour includes about 2.5 hours of walking on mountain trails. It is not suitable for those who are concerned about their physical stamina.
  • Participants must be between 10 and 59 years old.
  • The following individuals are not permitted to join the tour:

    ・Those who are pregnant or may be pregnant
    ・Those with back pain, joint problems, fear of heights, heart conditions, epilepsy, or other medical issues
    ・Those who are feeling unwell or have health concerns
  • Free pick-up is available only for guests staying on Iriomote Island who are not using a rental car.
    The pick-up area includes Hoshino Resorts Iriomote Hotel and Jungle Hotel Painumaya.
    Please note that the Ohara Port area is outside the pick-up range.

Additional notes

  • This activity does not accept any changes to confirmed bookings.
  • 【Weather Conditions】
    The tour will proceed in light rain. However, it may be canceled or changed to a different course depending on the weather. Please note that the course may also be changed based on weather conditions from the previous day.
  • We will contact you the day before the tour by phone, text message, or email using the contact information you provided. At that time, we will go over the final details of the tour based on the latest weather forecast.
  • If the weather changes suddenly during the tour, we may cancel the tour midway for safety reasons. In such cases, please note that the tour fee will not be refunded.
  • Please note that we are not responsible for any travel expenses or other costs, even if the tour is canceled upon arrival at the site.
  • 【For Guests Joining from Ishigaki Island】

    Until September 30, 2026

    <Outbound>
    Departs Ishigaki Port at 8:00 AM – Bound for Uehara Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry)
    Our staff will be waiting at Uehara Port with a sign.

    <Return>
    You will be dropped off at Uehara Port around 3:30 PM.
    Departs Uehara Port at 4:50 PM – Bound for Ishigaki Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry)
  • 【Alternative Access if Uehara Ferry is Canceled – Outbound】

    Purchase a ferry ticket to Uehara Port at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry counter at Ishigaki Port.

    You will receive a ticket to Ohara Port and a special shuttle bus ticket from Ohara to Uehara.

    Board the 7:30 AM ferry from Ishigaki to Ohara.

    Upon arrival at Ohara Port, take the special shuttle bus operated by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry.

    Our staff will pick you up at Uehara Port around 9:20 AM.
  • <Return>
    At 4:30 PM, take the special shuttle bus from Uehara Port to Ohara Port (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry).
    Then take the 5:35 PM ferry from Ohara to Ishigaki Port, arriving around 6:25 PM.
    Unlike Uehara Port, ferries from Ohara Port are rarely canceled due to strong north winds (Oct–May), except in case of a typhoon.
    We never operate tours when same-day return to Ishigaki is not possible.
  • This tour takes place in a designated restricted area on Iriomote Island called a Special Natural Tourism Resource. From March 1, 2025, prior entry permission from the Mayor of Taketomi Town is required. The tour operator will apply on your behalf, but your personal information must be provided at the time of booking. If the daily entry limit is full, we may cancel your reservation. From March 1, 2025, a ¥500 administrative fee per person is included in the tour price.

Required items to bring & attire

  • 【Clothing】
    ・Quick-drying shirts, shorts, and leggings are recommended
    ・Jacket: for sun protection in spring/summer, or for warmth and wind protection in fall/winter
    ・Swimsuit: for those who want to swim at the waterfall basin
    ・Hat: essential from spring to summer
    ・Sunglasses: if needed
  • 【What to Bring】
    ・Camera (smartphone or iPhone)
    ※ Please manage your camera at your own risk
    ・Drink (at least 1 liter during hot seasons)
    ・Change of clothes and a towel for after the tour

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 1.

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FAQ

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Payment / Cancellation Policy

Payment Methods

  • Credit card payment

Cancellation Policy

  • Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 8 business days to 18:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

Change Policy

  • Please note that changes to your booking are not allowed for this activity.
    If you wish to change the date, number of participants, or other details, please cancel your current reservation and make a new one.
    Standard cancellation fees will apply even if you rebook.

Operation days

  • Everyday

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Restrictions
Required items to bring & attire
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Restrictions
Required items to bring & attire
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Mangrove Canoeing & Pinaisara Falls Trekking Tour
Start early to enjoy mangrove canoeing before the crowds. Walk slowly through the jungle as your guide shares stories. The tour includes a scenic lunch at the top of the waterfall, fun in the basin, and handmade local sweets.