Okinawa Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoe Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This plan includes SUP or canoe cruising in Miyara River, a mangrove river designated as a national cultural asset as a natural monument.
During the tour, you can observe the magnificent mangrove forest and its inhabitants, and enjoy the relaxing time with nature of Ishigaki.
The field is protected by mangrove forests, so the tour is not easily affected by weather conditions and can be held stably.
We recommend this course even for beginners.
Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free use of shower room (amenities not included)
Not recommended for people after drinking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Important Tour Information Please read to ensure a safe and pleasant experience. Punctuality & Contact Arrive on time. Unnotified lateness or no-shows may incur a fee. Contact us if you're delayed. Final Confirmation We’ll send meeting details by the day before. No message by 6:00 PM? Contact us using your ticket info. Late Bookings (After 5:00 PM) Come directly to Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal. Participation Requirements Ages: SUP 3–59 / Canoe 3–65. *Children aged 3 to 11 may be guided to use a more stable canoe instead of SUP depending on the sea conditions and the number of participants on the day. Contact us if concerned about fitness. Gear & Safety Life jacket required. Refusal may result in exclusion. Follow guide instructions. Weather Operates in light rain. May cancel if unsafe. Clothing & Preparation Wear clothes that can get wet. Use restroom beforehand (none on-site). No alcohol allowed. Timing Schedule may vary depending on the day or weather. Showers Hot showers available near Ishigaki Port (ask your guide). Language Tours in Japanese or English. May be Japanese-only depending on the day.
What‘s Included
Special offer page for participants (coupons redeemable at restaurants)
hot shower
SUP/canoe equipment set
Photo data
Experience fee, liability insurance, sales tax
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Canoe Course
Mangrove Canoe Course: This is a course where you ride a canoe through the mangroves.
The rental fee for the canoe equipment is also included.
Pickup included
SUP Course
Mangrove SUP Course: In this course, you can enjoy a stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) experience.
The rental fee for the SUP equipment is also includ
Pickup included
Reviews
149 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ishigakijima mangrove
ユリアカ,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beginners may be a little cumbersome. I'm a beginner myself and I get used to going there quickly, even though it's a bit tricky!! You're free to ride alone or two. We went along the Miyara River. (I was doing it for about an hour sensually) Be careful with the clothes below, they may get wet. The guide is easy to talk to! I want to use it again when I come back to Ishigaki Island! Recommended for those who like nature personally
Our guide Hiroki was...
Keo C,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Hiroki was awesome. He made the whole experience enjoyable and fun. He spoke in both English and Japanese as we were a mixed group but he never made anyone feel left out. We learned fun facts about mangroves and its history. He also helped us take photos for free and they came out great! Just note that your socks will be drenched and the boots they give you are not waterproof. Also make sure to bring water and use the bathroom beforehand.
Even my older siblings had a lot of fun!
三芳え,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00“I was nervous about it because it was my first canoe, but my guide Sugi-chan was very friendly and kind to me. Adults and children alike are excited when going through mangrove tunnels! The river has no waves, so there are few tremors, and I was able to spend a relaxing time. I was happy to take a lot of photos and get the data.
Canoeing the Mangrove
jessicalA9797PU,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Akari was our tour operator and she was very friendly and accommodating. She shared a lot of fun facts about the region and kept the group entertained and enthused. The canoeing experience was seamless for us and the two kids. Thanks to her and the team for taking awesome photos of us! Would definitely recommend for a relaxing canoe experience to the Mangrove!
Hilling's Time Jungle Canoe~
deepblue0526,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The feeling of knitting between the dwarfs is Hilling's time~ It was lucky when the clouds stopped the sun. There is no shade, hats are necessary on hot days. It was a pleasant tour thanks to the friendly and clean guide Akari. We were the only foreigners and we were grateful for explaining in English for us. I asked a lot of questions, but I laughed and answered them without bothering. Thank you. ♡
Full marks for service and experience
Nomad65270769037,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my first time playing SUP, about 90 minutes, and it was a great experience. The location is in the Miyara River, flanked by mangroves, beautiful scenery, and a lot of unknown birds, the water is not deep so safe. We had 7 people in attendance at the same time and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. SUP is really easy, coach Akari's instructions are meticulous and will be mastered soon. The coach also showed us the nature of the Miyara River and the mangrove forests along the coast, which was very rewarding. Thank you so much Akari for driving me downtown after the end and she introduced local specialty restaurants along the way, really super thoughtful arrangements!
Great experience
306asmaam,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the second time I go on a tour with Yuna-san and I enjoyed the experience. I did the SUP for the first time and the mangrove was a pretty good place to enjoy it. I definitely recommend
Fun and safe !!
choroukb278,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The mangrove canoe tour experience was overall very fun! The guide Yuna was very helpful at explaining the spots and specifications of the places we went through while kayaking! I would recommend this to anyone who did or never tried canoeing before as they explained how to row and everything before going into the water!!
Perfect way to enjoy the mangrove
306asmaam,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this experience with Yuna-san. My friend and I did the mangrove canoe experience. Our guide was really kind and gave us many explanations throughout the tour. We went through really nice spots as well. I highly recommend this tour for anyone and would definitely do it again if I even come to Ishigaki again.
Nice nature
Johann W,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice and calm nature. We saw very big craps and nice birds. The tour guide Jiro was very friendly and told interesting things about the nature and about Ishigaki. Very good tour guide!
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