Mangrove Canoe and Trekking Tour to Pinaisara Falls on Iriomote Island
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Highlights
Canoe and trek to Pinaisara Falls, Okinawa’s tallest waterfall—accessible only with a guide
Includes homemade Yaeyama soba lunch and handmade cake for dessert
Swim in the Pinaisara waterfall basin on sunny, warm days
All necessary gear included for a safe and comfortable adventure
Free digital photos of your tour included as a special memory
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Overview
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6.5 - 8.5 hour(s) incl. transportation
Available Daily
Japanese
Pick-up available
Lunch
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What to expect
Enjoy a full-day canoe and trekking tour to Pinaisara Falls, the tallest waterfall in Okinawa. This tour takes you through the rich nature of Iriomote Island with the goal of reaching the top of the falls.
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Standard Plan
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 8-68)
USD 95.09
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 8-68)
USD 95.09
Price per Adult/Child :
Please note:
・This tour includes approximately 2 hours of hiking on unpaved mountain trails with steep and uneven sections.
・Guests aged 60 and over may join only if they are experienced in hiking or regularly engage in physical activities (such as swimming or jogging), and are physically fit for a full day of outdoor adventure.
Overview
Morning
6.5 - 8.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Japanese
With pick-up
Lunch
Inclusions: Lunch / Japanese-speaking guide / Full set of equipment / Tour photo data / Snacks
Schedule
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08:00-09:30
Pick-up from Uehara Port or nearby hotels
Pinaisara Falls Adventure
Begin a full-day adventure to Okinawa's tallest waterfall—Pinaisara Falls—by canoe and jungle trekking.
〜 Morning 〜
Mangrove Canoeing
Paddle for about 30 minutes through lush mangroves and subtropical forests, part of Iriomote’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Trekking to the Top of the Falls
Hike for about 45 minutes toward the top of Pinaisara Falls, surrounded by untouched nature.
Lunch with a View
Enjoy lunch at the waterfall’s summit on sunny days. The meal includes freshly made Yaeyama soba with tender simmered pork (sōki), served with flavorful broth in the heart of nature.
〜 Afternoon 〜
Trekking to the Waterfall Basin
After lunch, trek for about an hour down to the base of the waterfall.
Free Time at the Basin
In warmer seasons, enjoy swimming or jumping into the natural pool at the foot of the falls.
Snacks & Drinks
Relax with handmade treats like “komorebi balls” (egg- and wheat-free) or homemade yeast cake, served with coffee or tea. Ingredients are locally sourced whenever possible.
16:00-16:30
Return to Uehara Port or nearby hotels
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
16:00-16:30![1]()
Takana area, Iriomote Island - Specific hotel
Location
Pick-up time & location
08:00-09:30
Around the Ōhara area
- Your accommodation
08:00-09:30
Hotels in the Takana area, Iriomote Island
- Eco Village Iriomote, Iriomote Island Jungle Hotel Painumaya
08:00-09:30
Uehara Port, Iriomote Island
08:00-09:30
Uehara area
- Your accommodation
Location, direction and description
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Staff will pick you up at your accommodation. Pick-up times vary by area and will be confirmed the day before the tour.
・Ōhara area
Summer: 7:30–8:30 AM
Winter: 8:00–8:30 AM
・Takana area (Eco Village, Painumaya)
Summer: 7:50–8:45 AM
Winter: 8:30–9:00 AM
・Uehara area
Summer: 8:15–9:00 AM
Winter: 9:00–9:30 AM
For Guests Staying on Other Islands
● From Ishigaki Island
You will be picked up at Ōhara Port on Iriomote Island.
(Note: There are two ports on Iriomote – Ōhara Port and Uehara Port.)
We will inform you of the correct port and ferry boarding time during a phone call on the evening before your tour.
■ Ferry Times (Apr–Sep)
Yaeyama Kankō: 7:00–8:30 AM
Anei Kankō: 6:50–8:30 AM
Note: The Uehara route is often canceled in winter due to strong winds. In that case, please use Ōhara Port. Pick-up will be arranged there.
Drop-off time & location
16:00-16:30
Takana area, Iriomote Island - Specific hotel
16:00-16:30
Uehara Port, Iriomote Island - TBA
16:00-16:30
Uehara area, Iriomote Island - Customer requested location
16:00-16:30
Ōhara area, Iriomote Island - Customer requested location
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Pregnant guests may join only private tours, and please note that the itinerary may differ from standard private tours. Participation is limited to those in a stable period of pregnancy.
- For safety reasons, guests with serious medical conditions such as heart disease or any illness that may suddenly worsen are not permitted to join the tour.
- If you are elderly, have health concerns, or a chronic medical condition, please consult with us at the time of booking.
- Please avoid overeating, excessive drinking, or staying up late the day before the tour, and ensure you are in good health on the day of participation.
- Participants must be between 8 and 68 years old.
*This tour involves approximately 2 hours of hiking on steep and unpaved mountain trails.
Guests aged 60 and over may join only if they are experienced in hiking or regularly engage in physical activities such as swimming or jogging, and are physically fit for a full day of outdoor activity.
Other requirements
- The tour will be canceled only in the case of heavy rain that the guide deems dangerous. In general, the tour will still operate even in moderate rain.
If the tour needs to be canceled, the tour operator will contact you by phone on the day before or between 7:00 and 7:30 AM on the day of the tour. - The tour may be canceled under the following conditions:
・A weather warning has been issued or is expected to be issued
・A typhoon is approaching or has just passed
・Thunderstorms are occurring
・Rivers or waterfalls are dangerously flooded due to heavy rain the day before
・A participant repeatedly ignores the guide’s instructions and engages in dangerous behavior
・The guide becomes unwell and cannot safely lead the tour - If weather conditions change suddenly during the tour, it may be canceled mid-way for safety reasons.
Please note that in such cases, no refunds will be provided. - Access to the Pinaisara Falls area will be limited starting March 2025.
Advance application is required, and a ¥500 access approval fee per person will be included in the tour price.
The booking representative will be treated as the legal applicant.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 7.
Required items to bring & attire
- Recommended Clothing
Wear comfortable clothing that can get wet, as the lower body will definitely get wet during the tour (e.g., walking through rivers, rain, etc.). Long sleeves and long pants are recommended.
*Wearing a swimsuit underneath is highly recommended.
*Please avoid thick or heavy clothing such as jeans, chinos, or sweatpants, as they are not suitable for the tour. - What to Bring
・Sunscreen
・Hat and sunglasses
・Drinking water
・Change of clothes
・Insect repellent spray - Free distribution of portable toilets by Taketomi Town has ended, and starting October 1, 2025, portable toilet use during the tour will require a purchase.
If you wish to use a toilet during the tour after this date, you will need to purchase a portable toilet for ¥600 in cash at the start of the tour.
Please make sure to bring cash on the day.
Additional notes
- Valuables must be managed at your own risk during the tour.
Please note that we are not responsible for any loss or damage of personal belongings. - Please note that drinks such as coffee or tea may not be provided depending on the weather or tour schedule on the day.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 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 00:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 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 00:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Restrictions
- Pregnant guests may join only private tours, and please note that the itinerary may differ from standard private tours. Participation is limited to those in a stable period of pregnancy.
- For safety reasons, guests with serious medical conditions such as heart disease or any illness that may suddenly worsen are not permitted to join the tour.
- If you are elderly, have health concerns, or a chronic medical condition, please consult with us at the time of booking.
- Please avoid overeating, excessive drinking, or staying up late the day before the tour, and ensure you are in good health on the day of participation.
- Participants must be between 8 and 68 years old.
*This tour involves approximately 2 hours of hiking on steep and unpaved mountain trails.
Guests aged 60 and over may join only if they are experienced in hiking or regularly engage in physical activities such as swimming or jogging, and are physically fit for a full day of outdoor activity.
Required items to bring & attire
- Recommended Clothing
Wear comfortable clothing that can get wet, as the lower body will definitely get wet during the tour (e.g., walking through rivers, rain, etc.). Long sleeves and long pants are recommended.
*Wearing a swimsuit underneath is highly recommended.
*Please avoid thick or heavy clothing such as jeans, chinos, or sweatpants, as they are not suitable for the tour. - What to Bring
・Sunscreen
・Hat and sunglasses
・Drinking water
・Change of clothes
・Insect repellent spray - Free distribution of portable toilets by Taketomi Town has ended, and starting October 1, 2025, portable toilet use during the tour will require a purchase.
If you wish to use a toilet during the tour after this date, you will need to purchase a portable toilet for ¥600 in cash at the start of the tour.
Please make sure to bring cash on the day.
Other requirements
- The tour will be canceled only in the case of heavy rain that the guide deems dangerous. In general, the tour will still operate even in moderate rain.
If the tour needs to be canceled, the tour operator will contact you by phone on the day before or between 7:00 and 7:30 AM on the day of the tour. - The tour may be canceled under the following conditions:
・A weather warning has been issued or is expected to be issued
・A typhoon is approaching or has just passed
・Thunderstorms are occurring
・Rivers or waterfalls are dangerously flooded due to heavy rain the day before
・A participant repeatedly ignores the guide’s instructions and engages in dangerous behavior
・The guide becomes unwell and cannot safely lead the tour - If weather conditions change suddenly during the tour, it may be canceled mid-way for safety reasons.
Please note that in such cases, no refunds will be provided. - Access to the Pinaisara Falls area will be limited starting March 2025.
Advance application is required, and a ¥500 access approval fee per person will be included in the tour price.
The booking representative will be treated as the legal applicant.
Additional notes
- Valuables must be managed at your own risk during the tour.
Please note that we are not responsible for any loss or damage of personal belongings. - Please note that drinks such as coffee or tea may not be provided depending on the weather or tour schedule on the day.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 7.
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Mangrove Canoe and Trekking Tour to Pinaisara Falls on Iriomote Island
Enjoy a full-day canoe and trekking tour to Pinaisara Falls, the tallest waterfall in Okinawa. This tour takes you through the rich nature of Iriomote Island with the goal of reaching the top of the falls.
