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Guided tours to the World Heritage Iriomote Island and Yubu Island!
Tour around two very popular islandsView the mangrove forests of the Nakama River, one of the largest in Japan, on a cruise ship, andThis tour offers a relaxing ride on a buffalo cart to Yubu Island.
It boasts the largest mangrove watershed area in Japan!
Mangrove cruise on the Nakama RiverThe river is over 200 meters wide near its mouth, and the view of the magnificent river and mangroves from the Nakama Bridge is exceptional.
Mangrove forests cover approximately 300 hectares on both banks of the river, the largest in Japan, and are designated as a national natural monument.
Yaeyama hirugi, Ohirugi, Mehirugi, etc.You can see various types of mangroves.
This course is suitable for both men and women of all ages, as you can sit back and enjoy the great nature of Iriomote Island from the cruise ship.
Ride on a buffalo cart to Yubu Island
There is no direct access to Yubu Island from Ishigaki Island, but you can cross from Iriomote Island on foot or by buffalo car.
Yubu Island is one of the remote islands belonging to the Yaeyama Archipelago and is small, with a circumference of 2.15 km and a population of about a dozen people.
Each buffalo has an important name and a slow, calm speed.We will take you safely to Yubu Island.
While across the ocean, staffand listening to the sanshin (Okinawan traditional three-stringed instrument), we crossed the shallow sea at a leisurely pace.
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On Yubu Island, there are souvenir shops that sell goods exclusive to Yubu Island, fashionable cafes andThere is also a restaurant.
Lunch included at a restaurant in Yubujima Park
We are very glad that the cost of a delicious lunch using ingredients from the Yaeyama Islands is included in the tour fee! (*Picture is an example.)
subtropical botanical garden
In this botanical garden located on Yubu Island, palm trees, adan trees, hibiscus, and other plants and animals commonly seen in the tropics are carefully nurtured.
One thing you absolutely cannot miss when visiting this place is the chrysalis of Japan's largest butterfly, the Oogomadara, in the Butterfly Garden.
Many tourists spend time photographing and observing the golden color of the chrysalis, fascinated by its golden glow.
Enjoy your precious time in the historic Yubu Island by taking a leisurely stroll and observing the flora and fauna.
(a) little1Within the short time frame of a single day, our itineraries are designed to allow our guests to spend as much time as possible at the most popular attractions.
Baggage storage service
Guests will receive free baggage storage for the duration of the course. ToursPlease contact us before departure.
- Reference Schedule
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Hours. Contents 8:00 Gathering (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry reception desk or pick-up at designated hotel) 8:30 Departure to Ohara Port, Iriomote Island 9:30 Nakama River Mangrove Cruise 11:00 Ride on a buffalo cart to Yubu Island (lunch, free time to explore) 14:00 Departure from Ohara Port 15:00 Arrive at Ishigaki Port Dismissal or pick-up at designated hotel *The above is a guide only.
The itinerary and ending time may be subject to change due to weather, tide level, etc.
*Departure times are subject to change due to changes in vessel schedules, etc. - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (junior high school students and older):14,200yen
Dwarfs (elementary school students):8,900yen
One infant (under elementary school age) child per adult is free of charge.Fee includes Round trip boat fare, sightseeing bus fare (Iriomote), Nakama River boat fare, lunch, Yubu Island entrance fee (including buffalo cart) Meeting and Dismissal Location Yaeyama Sightseeing Center in the terminal Ferry counter (8:00)
Pick-up at designated hotel
Please select from the above.
Please arrange your own transportation to Ishigaki Port Terminal.
Location Nakama River, Yubu Island Holding period year round Opening Hours 8:30-15:00 Number of participants From 1 person cofferdam By 12:00 pm of the previous day *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
About pick up and drop off
Free shuttle bus service is available only for designated hotels.
◆◆ For more information ◆◆Please check the operation timetable,Reservations must be made by the start of the tour on the day of the tour.
Cancellation fee for this plan 》
1. Cancellation the day before: 40%.
2, Cancellation before departure time on the day: 50%.
3Cancellation without notice on the day of the event: 100%.*No cancellation fee will be charged if the tour cannot be held due to inclement weather or other reasons.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. Is it possible to disband at Ohara Port or the buffalo cart terminal?
You can also leave the tour at Ohara Port and the buffalo cart terminal. The return ferry ticket is an open ticket with no specified date and time, so it can be used on any day other than the day of the tour.
Please inform us of your intention to leave the group at the buffalo car stop when you make your reservation.
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550代Submitted Month: 2024/05It's called a mangrove boat, Inoue-san's driving and Mr. Inoue's driving and guiding are wonderful! He is a master of the two-fisted or even three-fisted technique. The food was also delicious.
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520代Month of posting: 2023/12It was fun. ！！！！！！
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540代Month of posting: 2023/12The guide was very attentive and answered all our questions. It was my first time seeing mangroves and I was impressed.
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540代Month of posting: 2023/12My 3 year old son was never bored.
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460代Month of posting: 2023/11It was so wonderful. I was able to take a lot of pictures and enjoy my vacation. I recommend it because you can also do Yubu Island sightseeing and mangrove cruise.
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420代Month of posting: 2023/11The tour was a refreshing way to spend time in nature.
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520代Month of posting: 2023/11The guide was very pleasant and fun. I hope to have the opportunity to visit again.
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560代Month of posting: 2023/11The guide was fun and we enjoyed the experience. Thank you very much.
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520代Month of posting: 2023/10We were able to enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you very much.
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530代Month of posting: 2023/10I was surprised at how big the cows on the buffalo cart were. It was fun!
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520代Month of posting: 2023/10I enjoyed the natural and peaceful scenery more than I had imagined. I also got to ride a water buffalo, which I had longed for!
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560代Month of posting: 2023/09I was impressed by both the mangrove cruise and the buffalo cart, both of which were more than I had expected. I was satisfied with the many photos I was able to take.
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450代Month of posting: 2023/09I was surprised that the mangroves were more natural than I had imagined. The air was very clean and I would definitely participate again.
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530代Month of posting: 2023/09We were able to ride buffalo, cruise, and enjoy nature to the fullest.
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460代Submitted Month: 2023/05Since the tour included the Nakama River in Iriomote Island and the buffalo in Yubu Island, we were able to tour the Yaeyama Islands efficiently. We also enjoyed the recommended spots that our local guide told us about during the tour, making it a wonderful trip.
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540代Month of posting: 2022/07Take a large ferry for a tour of the island. The mangrove tour and buffalo cart experience were very enjoyable. The guide who guided us around Yubu Island was a very pleasant person.
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550代Month of posting: 2022/06I have traveled to many places in the past, but I have never been to a place so full of nature! The mangroves are a great sensation!
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550代Month of posting: 2022/04The boat was very beautiful and Yubu Island and the mangroves were very nice. If I go to Ishigaki again, I want to join this tour!
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Adults (junior high school students and older):14,200yen Child (elementary school student): 8,900 yen |
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| time zone | 8:30-15:00 |
| the time required | Approx. 7 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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