SUP downriver tour at Niyodo river
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Experience Niyodo River in SUP.
Join one of our guides on a trip down Japans finest water quality river, the Niyodo river, on a SUP tour. On the tour you will learn the techniques for River SUP which differs from ocean or lake techniques.If you look around you will see the magnificent mountains and scenery, and on a sunny day the famous Niyodo Blue can be witnessed!
Beginner friendly with professional instruction.
Beginners will be taught the foundation skills so you can enjoy your time on the river! Instruction will take place in gentle parts of the river where you can master the basic movements, even first timers can enjoy SUP! Enjoy the feel of the wind over your body and enjoy experiencing nature how you want!
Located just 30 minutes from Kochi by car!
“ENJOY NOW”
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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
Water Shoes
Paddle
Life Vest
Leash Cord
Helmet
Stand Up Paddle Board
Wetsuit
What To Expect
Stand Up Paddling tours down the rivers of Shikoku Japan with a focus on learning river SUP techniques in a safe and fun environment. All required equipment is provided as part of the tour including protective wear, board, paddle, helmet, life vest and leash cord. Transport is provided to the start point and finish point of the tour from the meeting point.
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SUP downriver tour at Niyodo river
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great SUP tour with an amazing tour guide!!
Stacy B,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend Randy and his SUP tour! So fun paddling down the river. He was a great guide and his assistant was really friendly and helpful! The river was gorgeous and so relaxing. It was a hot day and this was the perfect tour! Highly recommend!
Paddle board experience
Raymond G,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00My husband had the most amazing experience. Really great that he was collected from the port. Loved going for lunch afterwards
On the Niyodo River and more
Daniel G,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hiro is a hero! I had a fantastic day tour and this was a shore excursion from the cruise terminal in Kochi. Hiro was patient in teaching this beginner at the SUP experience. I was successful in the first exercises, and I ended up standing up on the paddleboard successfully floating through the river currents. What a blast! The one activity itself would have been perfect, but wait....there's more. We ventured out to Nakatsukeikoku Park which boasts rock formations dating bak 300 million years. Really gorgeous hike to a waterfall and "Indiana Jones" pathways. So much fun. Well lastly, we chose to get some lunch rather than bathing in the Japanese hot spring. Smart move! We went to a very local fish restaurant where the husband cooked the Bonita on a can filled with straw, charring the fish. Yum. Hiro was very responsive, and this was one fun day!
Superb Experience
ElisaLodato L,
Apr 12, 2023
- Viator
5.00We had a superb day with Rangi on the Nyodo river yesterday. We are a family of four and my daughter (who’s 12) was quite nervous but our host stayed with her, reassuring her all the way. His instructions were faultless, delivered in a friendly, relaxed manner. He took wonderful pictures and videos to remind us of what was certainly the best experience of our two-week holiday in Japan. I cannot recommend this activity highly enough. If you’re visiting Kochi…do it!
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