Okinawa Iriomote SUP or Canoe and Sightseeing in Yubujima Island

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

★ Easy for Beginners!

This course takes place on mangrove rivers sheltered from the wind, so even beginners can enjoy it!

★ 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Plan

Perfect for a day trip from Ishigaki Island!

★ Enjoy SUP or Canoe!

Please come dressed in clothes you don’t mind getting wet.

★ Free Photo Data!

Capture your travel memories! During the tour, guides will take photos with a special waterproof camera and provide the photo data to you for free.

★ Committed to Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Tours

We strive to offer tours that are kind to the Earth and promote sustainability.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Photo Data

Consumption Tax

Activity Fee

Warm Water Shower

Complete SUP (Canoe) Equipment Set

Specialized Shoes

Liability Insurance

Yubu Island Ticket

Life Jacket

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

【Sample Tour Schedule – On the Day of the Tour】 ① 9:00 – Pick-up at Uehara Port or your accommodation (Uehara area only) ↓ ② 9:20 – Arrive at the field ↓ ③ 9:30 – First activity begins ↓ ④ 11:00 – First activity ends ↓ ⑤ 11:30 – Lunch break! You will be taken to an area where you can enjoy lunch freely. ↓ ⑥ 13:00 – Break ends. Head to the next field ↓ ⑦ 13:20 – Arrive at the field ↓ ⑧ 13:30 – Second activity begins ↓ ⑨ 15:00 – Second activity ends ↓ ⑩ 15:30 – Drop-off at Uehara Port or your accommodation ※ The schedule may vary depending on weather, tide conditions, and number of participants. Important Information for Tour Participants Please read carefully to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Punctuality & Advance Notice Please arrive on time. If you are late or do not show up without prior notice, it may be treated as a cancellation, and cancellation fees may apply. If you are going to be late, please contact us in advance. Final Confirmation We will contact you by the day before the tour with details such as meeting time and location via your registered phone number or email. Please ensure that your contact information is reachable within Japan. If you do not receive any communication by 6:00 PM on the day before the tour, please contact “IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi” using the method listed on your ticket. Hotel Pick-up If you request hotel pick-up on Iriomote Island, your meeting time may differ from the one shown. To receive the correct meeting time, please make sure to contact us the day before the tour using the method on your ticket. Participation Requirements SUP: Ages 12–59 Canoe: Ages 3–65 Pregnant individuals, children under 3 years old, and those with pre-existing medical conditions cannot participate. Please consult with us in advance if you have any concerns. For Those Who Are Anxious If you’re worried about your physical fitness or have fears related to the ocean or rivers, please consult with us before participating. Equipment & Safety Wearing a life jacket is mandatory for water-based activities. If you are unwilling to wear the required safety gear, we regret that you will not be allowed to join. For your safety, always follow the guide’s instructions. Weather Conditions The tour will proceed even in rainy weather. However, it may be canceled if the field is deemed unsafe. Clothing & Preparation Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet. There are no toilets at the activity sites, so please use the restroom in advance. Participation under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited. Shower Facilities Showers are available at our office. Please bring a change of clothes and a towel. You may be denied boarding the ferry if you are still wearing wet clothing. Languages Tours are conducted in Japanese or English. Please note that depending on the reservation situation, the tour may be conducted in Japanese only. Thank you for your understanding.

Options

SUPコース

Pickup included

カヌーコース

Pickup included

Reviews

4.94

124 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

119

Hilarious experience
NorthStar08939839187,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We enjoyed the Wildlife Preserve and Takhini Hot Spring tour and also we were very happy to see the Aurora Borealis back home.
Mangrove canoeing wins the game against Team Seki
好藤,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One child and two adults participated. We had a canoe ride up to the mangroves, made observations, and had a race to catch crabs among the tour participants! Even though it is difficult to catch one, Seki-san caught about six of them at once, and everyone was amazed and excited. He was a cool big brother for kids! If you're going on Seki's tour, you've won!
Team Seki.
マツユ,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a tour that allowed us to enjoy the beauty of nature! In particular, the Seki team went through a narrow area due to Mr. Seki, our guide, wanting to go all the way to the back, but it was fun to see the liveliness of nature again!!
Team Pass
Sunshine08580050420,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I joined the event by myself, and I was worried about it, but I enjoyed it because they supported me in various ways! I paddled a two-person canoe by myself, so that was tough, to be honest. It was good to hear so many stories about mangroves and Iriomote Island during the tour. Thank you very much for a very fulfilling day!
"Team Seki" mangrove kayak
Resort50064711543,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The weather was nice, the water was clear and it was pretty beautiful! The mangrove view typical of Iriomote Island was also great. Kayaking through the mangrove jungle is exciting. Also, the instructors take a lot of better photos, which is great!
Summer's best memories!!!
彩乃馬,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had our first canoeing experience with Team Seki, and it was difficult to operate, but we enjoyed it because he kindly taught us! It was the best memory of this summer ^ ^ Thank you very much.
Refreshing solo trip with mangroves and Yufushima
Tour32060022944,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
While working on Ishigaki Island, I joined a tour of Iriomote Island and Yufu Island by myself. The moment you enter the mangrove forest, you are moved by the tranquility and power you would never experience in a city. The clear river and the powerful rooted trees made my heart light. It was a great refreshment, freeing me from every day I was heading to my PC. Thank you, Team Seki! The experience of crossing the sea while being rocked by a buffalo car was also inspiring as time passed more leisurely than I had seen in the photos. I was soothed by the singing of an old man guiding a buffalo and the peaceful scenery, as if time had stopped. Yufushima is full of flowers and greenery like a botanical garden, and I was refreshed just by walking around. I enjoyed it with peace of mind even if I participated alone. This is a place where you can visit for a day trip from Ishigaki Island, but still get a special atmosphere in Okinawa. It’s an experience you’ll definitely want to drop in between work and travel!
Tours to experience the charm of Iriomote Island
Culture16252937543,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I participated in canoe and Yufushima sightseeing tour. Seki-san's team said it was pretty much against Sparta, but it certainly didn't have many breaks and instead I got the impression that we could go well into the mangrove forest! On the way, we got out of the canoe and had our picture taken in the mangrove river. I joined Yufushima just for the buffalo car, but it was a rare experience and I enjoyed it because the performers played sanshin and sang songs while I was riding. Mr. Seki was the driver while we were traveling, but he told us about Iriomote Island and the lunch shop, which made me want to go there again! I want to go stargazing next!
That was good.
赤松つ,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Morning mangrove forest canoeing and afternoon Yufushima sightseeing. The weather was clear and the experience of walking into the narrow channels of the mangrove forest was amazing. It was almost my first time canoeing, but I was able to paddle properly under leader Seki. I am very satisfied with the many photos I have taken and the many charms of Iriomote Island I have learned. Baggage can be left on the bus during the activity, but the seats are not that large, so it is recommended to bring the minimum amount of luggage required. Now I wanted to stay in Iriomote Island and do another activity. Mr. Seki: Thank you very much. My son was very happy.
A great tour
nicoz925,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Tour was very well organized and the Canoeing was fun. All the staff members where very kind and especially our Guide Kono did a great job. He translated everything for us so its also perfect for non japanese speaking people like we are. Over all we felt very comfortable with him and it was a great trip. We recommend it 100%.