- Features of this plan
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Enjoy the World Natural Heritage for a whole day☆.
Nakama River Mangrove Cruise & Yubu Island Sightseeing TourView 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.
Moreover, the Iriomote wildcat conservation base, "Wildlife Conservation CenterWith a stopover at
Recommendations◆Sightseeing in the Nakama River, the largest mangrove forest in Japan
◆Yubu Island includes a walk in the botanical garden and a delicious lunch.
◆One infant per adult can participate free of charge.
*Infant children who need a seat and lunch should select Child.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 crossing the ocean, the local staff will play sanshin for us, which is also something to look forward to.
On Yubu Island, there are souvenir shops that sell goods exclusive to Yubu Island, fashionable cafes andThere is also a restaurant.
At a restaurant in Yubujima Parkwith lunch
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.
Stopover at the Wildlife Conservation CenterThe Iriomote wildcat conservation base ".Wildlife Conservation CenterStop by and see specimens and visual materials of the Iriomote wildcat and other creatures that inhabit Iriomote Island, which can rarely be seen on the island.*No drop-off on closed days and during busy times. Please understand.
Closed] Every Monday (if Monday is a national holiday, the museum is closed the following Tuesday), June 23 (Memorial Day), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 - January 3)
*The museum is temporarily closed on certain days for community events and fumigation of taxidermy.
Baggage storage service is available.
Guests will receive free baggage storage for the duration of the course.
- Reference Schedule
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Contents 8:30 10:00 Gathering (Yaeyama Kanko Ferry reception in Ishigaki Port) 9:00 10:30 Depart Ishigaki Port→Iriomotejima Ohara Port Nakama River Mangrove Cruise Wildlife Conservation Center(No drop-off on closed days and during busy periods) Yubu Island Entrance & Lunch Bus to Ohara Port in Iriomote Island 15:50 17:20 Departure from Ohara Port→Arrival at Ishigaki Port *The above is a guide only.
Please note that the schedule may change depending on the situation on the day of the event.Departure from Ishigaki Port ☆ Ishigaki Port 【9:00】 to Ohara Port ⇔ Ohara Port 【15:00】 to Ishigaki Port (Arrival at Ishigaki 15:50)
(Flow) Nakama River Mangrove Cruise → Wildlife Conservation Center(No drop-off on closed days and during busy periods)→Yubu Island/entrance + lunchIshigaki Port ☆ Departure from Ishigaki Port 【10:30】 to Ohara Port ⇔ Departure from Ohara Port 【16:30】 to Ishigaki Port (Arrival at Ishigaki 17:20)
(Flow) Nakama River mangrove cruise → Yubu Island/entrance + lunch → Wildlife Conservation Center(No drop-off on closed days and during busy periods) - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (junior high school students and older):14,400yen
Dwarfs (elementary school students):9,800yen☆ One infant (under elementary school age) child per adult is free of charge.
*Infants and toddlers who need a seat and lunchPlease select a child.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 Local meeting】Yaeyama Sightseeing Club in the terminal Meet at the ferry counter(8:30/10:00)
Please arrange your own transportation to Ishigaki Port Terminal.
Pick-up requestUse of designated hotel shuttle bus
If you wish to be picked up or dropped off, please check the operation timetable,5:00 p.m. the day beforePlease make a reservation byLocation Nakama River, Yubu Island Holding period year round Opening Hours 9:00-15:50 /10:30-17:20 Number of participants From 1 person cofferdam By 12:00 pm of the previous day *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
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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Amount of money |
Adults (junior high school students and older):14,400yen Child (elementary school student): 9,800 yen |
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time zone | 9:00-15:50 / 10:30-17:20 |
the time required | Approx. 7 hours |
Holding period | year round |
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