Okinawa Iriomote Island Night Viewing Sagaribana, a Phantom Flower Overnight (June-August only)
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
★ Limited-Time Sagari-bana Viewing Tour
This tour is available only from June to August.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This activity has a minimum number of participants required to operate. If the minimum number is not met and the tour is canceled, you will have the option to either join on a different date or activity, or receive a full refund.
This activity is not recommended for those under the influence of alcohol.
What To Expect
Sagari-bana Tour: Witness the Phantom Flower Experience the enchanting Sagari-bana, a truly magical summer sight found only in select parts of Japan's Southwest Islands. Often called "one-night flowers," these elusive blossoms bloom at night and scatter by dawn, making them a truly unforgettable spectacle! Example Tour Schedule ① 8:00 PM: Pick-up from your accommodation (Uehara area only) ↓ ② 8:15 PM: Arrive at the Sagari-bana viewing spot! ↓ ③ 9:00 PM: Enjoy Sagari-bana viewing! Feel free to take your own photos. ↓ ④ 9:30 PM: Tour ends! ↓ ⑤ 9:45 PM: Drop-off at your accommodation. Please note: The schedule may change depending on weather and tide conditions on the day of the tour. Important Information for Tour Participation Please read the following carefully to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Punctuality and Prior Contact Please be on time for your designated meeting. If you're late or don't show up without prior notice, it will be considered a cancellation, and cancellation fees may apply. If you'll be late, please contact us in advance. Final Confirmation We'll send you details regarding the meeting location and time by phone or email the day before your tour. Please make sure to register contact information where you can be reached in Japan. If you don't receive a confirmation by 6:00 PM the day before, please contact "IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi" using the method described on your ticket. If you've requested pick-up from a hotel on Iriomote Island, your pick-up time might differ from what's displayed. To confirm your exact pick-up time the day before, please contact us using the method described on your ticket. Minimum Participants The minimum number of participants for this tour is 2. If this number isn't met, the tour will be canceled free of charge (we'll notify you the day before your tour). Participation Requirements This tour is for participants aged 3 to 65 years old. The following individuals cannot participate: Pregnant individuals Children under 3 years old Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions If you have any concerns, please consult us beforehand. Equipment and Safety For your safety, please always follow your guide's instructions. Weather Tours generally proceed in the rain. However, tours may be cancelled if the field is deemed unsafe. Attire and Preparation Please wear clothes you don't mind getting wet. There are no restrooms at the activity site, so please use facilities beforehand. Participation under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited. Language Support Tours are conducted in Japanese or English. Depending on booking availability, tours may only be available in Japanese.
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Okinawa Iriomote Island Night Viewing Sagaribana, a Phantom Flower Overnight (June-August only)
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Consumption Tax
Participation Fee
Liability Insurance
light
Pickup points
Hoshino Resorts Iriomote Hotel
2-2 Uehara, Taketomi-cho Japan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The advance explanation and guidance were incomplete.
Dreamer59404870948,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00On 4/28 and 4/29, I joined a tour of Iriomote Island. (Pre-payment of 117,000 yen in total) On the first day, the meeting guide said "payphone", but it was impractical and difficult to understand on Iriomote Island. On the second day, we did not go to Mayagsk Falls, but had to turn back at Campilay Falls. (There is an explanation of the reason and we acknowledge it.) What I found most problematic was that there was no prior explanation about mountain hill. The vampires were vamped in several places in the area, making it difficult to stop the bleeding, but the advance notice e-mail did not alert us or describe measures to be taken. There was an explanation that "I should have been guiding you by e-mail" on the day, but the actual contents of the information were not confirmed, so it was proceeding. There was insufficient sharing of important matters. As a safety consideration, I feel it is essential to confirm the contents of important matters to be sent in advance and to agree on local perceptions.
Good to see, smell and sound Sagaribana
近藤孝2025,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I participated in the early morning Sagaribana viewing walk. It was late in July, so it was late in the season, but I was able to see it safely. It was a quiet early morning, and while I was walking around listening to the owls and other birds, I could hear the Sagaribana fall and have a healing time. The child was a little bit uninterested, so the whole family was able to enjoy it, rounding it up a little early and looking for the Crested Eagle instead Thank you to the staff, Koma-chan! P.S. I saw three red kingfishers.
It was a lot of fun.
歩実堀,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my first time to visit Iriomote Island. It was a very vital island and I was able to meet many creatures. I've found five large palm crabs, Ryukyu crabs, swallow crabs, tree frogs, benkei crabs and giant eels. Are plants also octopus trees, Okinawan Sawatake peaches, and Hamahobou? I was able to learn many strange and enjoyable ecology such as this. Of course the main Sagaribana also smelled really good and was beautiful. It was the first time I had experienced a night tour, and I really enjoyed it. Our guide Komase-san (he told us to call him Koma-chan and he was a very friendly and reliable brother) was extremely knowledgeable and I enjoyed it from start to finish. Thank you so much for your support!
Iriomote Sagaribana Night Jungle Tour
VanessaY158,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Kono made our night tour special with his cheerful nature. He speaks English very well. We saw lots of different kinds of crabs and beautiful Sagaribana flowers. When we are on the way back, the famous Habu passed in front of our car.
Extraordinary experience in Sagaribana & Jungle
勝大藤,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Iriomote Island at night was exciting. Mr. Seki, our guide, showed us around politely, and I'm glad I took part in the night tour of "Team Seki." Actually, it was cloudy right after the typhoon, so I couldn't see the Milky Way, but I was able to see a lot of animals, plants and insects that I wouldn't see on a jungle tour. And, of course, the Hab. The coconut crab was also powerful. The Sagaribana was also very vivid and beautiful. "A picture is worth a thousand words." Now I'm coming back to Iriomote Island to see the Milky Way!
Sagaribana Tour
B1123KSsylvieb,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour in the night wildlife. The group was small and guide showed us the night wildlife location in the reservation
Early morning Sagaribana tour
clover04968,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I joined the tour because I wanted to see flowers that only bloom overnight. Our guide, Seki, explained the flora and fauna other than the Sagaribana in an easy-to-understand manner, and gave us a lot of trivia about Iriomote Island, so it was more fun than I expected. I'm glad you sent me a picture I couldn't take! I wanted to see the Sagaribana in full bloom, but I thought the early morning tour was a great deal because you can see both blooming and falling flowers. Now I want to look forward to seeing what kids will take me on the Yufushima Water Buffalo Tour!
Sagaribana tour recommended
岡野仁2025,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This year, I decided to travel early to see the Sagaribana and was worried about the delay in its bloom. Matsuko-san's tour made me happy to see the beautiful Sagaribana and enjoy the scent. I was happy and grateful for the service to send me videos and photos of moments I couldn’t take myself 😊
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