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The most popular excursion plan!
Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, Taketomi Island 3-island tourThis is a one-day tour that takes you to Iriomote Island, called the "Galapagos of the East" and registered as a World Heritage site, Yubu Island, which is crossed by a buffalo cart, and Taketomi Island, with its beautiful beaches and villages that retain the original landscape of Okinawa.
Accompanied by an escort, even first-time visitors can feel at ease!
Mangrove cruise on the Nakama River
First, we will take a mangrove cruise on the Nakama River, which boasts the largest mangrove watershed area in Japan.
The river is over 200 meters wide near its mouth, and the scenery of the magnificent river and mangroves is exceptional. Various species of mangroves can be seen, including Yaeyamahirugi, Ojirugi, and Mekirugi.
Sightseeing in Yubu Island
A buffalo cart will take you to Yubu Island. While crossing the island, you can listen to the stories of the staff and listen to the sanshin (Okinawan traditional three-stringed instrument) as you leisurely make your way across the island.
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 only a dozen people. Enjoy your precious time on the historic Yubu Island by taking a leisurely stroll and observing the flora and fauna.
Taketomi Island Sightseeing
Take a high-speed boat to Taketomi Island, which is full of different charms from Ishigaki Island, and enjoy free time to explore. Popular buffalo cart sightseeing can be added as an option.
Enjoy sightseeing in the style of your choice, and relax in the laid-back island time.
Taketomi Island Choice Plan
For sightseeing of Taketomi Island in this course, you can additionally choose your favorite activities from the following.
choice plan adult Child (elementary school student) Infant (3 years old and up) Infants (under 2 years old) water buffalo train ¥3,000 JPY1,500 JPY1,500 free Precautions 》
◆Choice change after tour departure is not allowed.
◆6/17is not available to add the buffalo cart option due to a local event. Please understand.
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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Contents 8:00 Meet at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry reception desk in Ishigaki Port or at the 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) 14:45 Arrival at Taketomi Port 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Ishigaki Port Dismissal or pick-up at designated hotel *The above is a guide only.
It may vary depending on the contents of sightseeing in Taketomi Island. - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (junior high school students and older):14,900yen
Dwarfs (elementary school students):9,300yen
◆Infants (under elementary school age) children are basically adults1per person1One person is free of charge. If the number of passengers is larger than the number of adults, the child fare will be applied.
◆Infant (3Children (age 18 and over) are charged only for sightseeing on Taketomi Island./Seats are available.
◆Basic fare is not required, so except for sightseeing on Taketomi Island, no seats and no lunch will be provided.Fee includes Round trip boat fare, sightseeing bus fare (Iriomote), Nakama River boat fare, lunch, Yubu Island entrance fee (including buffalo cart)
*Taketomi Island sightseeing fees are not included.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 Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, Taketomi Island Holding period year round Opening Hours 8:30-16:30
note (supplementary information) symbolThe ending time may vary depending on the sightseeing in Taketomi Island. Number of participants From 1 person application deadline By 12:00 pm of the previous day *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*The tour guide will accompany you from departure from Ishigaki Port to arrival at Taketomi Island.
*A tour conductor will not accompany you on Taketomi Island because the contents of sightseeing in Taketomi Island vary from guest to guest.
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.
《Regarding the return shuttle bus for Taketomi Island water buffalo cart sightseeing》.
Due to the shortage of staff at Taketomi Tourist Center of Taketomi Island buffalo cart sightseeing, we have been informed that the free shuttle bus service for the return trip (from the buffalo cart terminal to Taketomi Port) will be discontinued from 7/1 (Sat.).
◆Transportation for a maximum of 2 persons, including caregivers and caregivers (companions) is possible.
It takes about 10-15 minutes on foot from the buffalo cart stop to Taketomi Port.Please use the tour bus operated by ◆Taketomi Island Kotsu Co.
Taketomi Island Transportation：0980-85-2154
Same-day reservations only; advance reservations are not accepted (If the bus is full, you may not be able to board.)
*Please make your own reservations.
One every 30 minutes to Taketomi Port, 300 yen one way
note (supplementary information) symbolBus Stop Mapclick hereWe apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
- 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 ferry ticket for the return trip 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 terminal when you make your reservation.
Q. Is it possible to meet at Ohara Port on the day of the tour?You can meet the ferry at Ohara Port. Before crossing to Ohara Port, please complete the necessary procedures at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry Reception Counter in Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal.
We would also appreciate it if you could indicate your Iriomote IN/OUT date, date of participation, and accommodation when you make your reservation.
Q. Can we break up at Taketomi Island?It is possible for you to break up the tour in Taketomi Island.
When you apply, please indicate in the remarks column that the tour will end at Taketomi Island and where you will be staying.
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550sMonth of posting: 2023/06The weather was cloudy and not so good, but the driver and guide were wonderful in their desire to entertain the guests and made the tour a good and memorable one. I hope to have the same driver and guide next time.
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460代Submitted Month: 2023/05It was attractive to enjoy Nakama River in Iriomote Island, buffalo in Yubu Island and sightseeing in Taketomi Island. Also, transportation from the hotel was provided, which made it easy to get around. There are many places to see, so I could fully enjoy the Yaeyama Islands in one day.
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540sSubmitted Month: 2023/05The round-trip tour was a great way to see the Nakama River in Iriomote Island, the buffalo in Yubu Island, and sightseeing in Taketomi Island. The local guide's explanations were easy to understand and made the trip a memorable experience.
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560代Month of posting: 2023/03We decided to visit a remote island for our first family trip to Ishigaki and decided to join this tour because it was too much trouble to make a schedule. The tour was very fulfilling from early in the morning to late in the evening, so we were able to make the most of our time and fully enjoy the tour.
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440sMonth of posting: 2022/10It was my first time to visit Ishigaki Island and it was raining on the day of my trip, so I was pondering where to go when I found the tour of the remote islands and made a reservation immediately. I am glad I joined the tour because it was very fulfilling. I would like to participate in a different island tour next time.
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530sMonth of posting: 2022/10I definitely wanted to book this plan when I went to Ishigaki, and I was able to participate. I am really glad that I joined this tour. I couldn't go on the glass boat at Taketomi Island due to the weather, so I would like to go on the glass boat next time I visit Taketomi Island.
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430sMonth of posting: 2022/08I went to Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island for the first time, and I could fully enjoy each island with different features...! It was surprisingly cooler than Tokyo.
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540sMonth of posting: 2022/07It was great! It was my first time in Ishigaki Island and not knowing where to go and what to see, I decided to sign up for the tour and it was a great decision. The stories of the cruise ship and bus driver were interesting and I learned a lot, The tour guide was also very kind and told us about other places to visit in Ishigaki Island. I spent a very satisfying day. I would like to use this tour again if I have a chance.
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530sMonth of posting: 2022/07We use this service when we go to remote islands. This time we took the circular tour! I was comfortable and stress-free during the tour! Next time I would like to visit Kohama Island and Kuroshima! Thank you very much for your help
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| Amount of money |
Adults (junior high school students and older):14,900yen Child (elementary school student): 9,300 yen |
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| time zone | 8:30-16:30 |
| the time required | Approx. 9 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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