Aragusuku Island (Panari Island) Tour

The Churaumi Sea, known as "Panari Blue

Panari Island boasts one of the clearest waters in the Yaeyama Islands. Why not take a peek into the marine world where colorful tropical fish and coral reefs live?

The entire island is designated as "Iriomote Ishigaki National Park!

The entire island is included in the "Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park" and is rich in nature.

Untouched nature still remains. Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy an extraordinary life in a relaxed manner!

Panari Island," also known as "the island of mysteries.
Dugongs once inhabited the area!

Panari Island used to be famous as a spot where many dugongs lived, but their numbers have decreased due to the continuous delivery of dugong meat to the Kingdom of the Ryukyus, and now dugongs can no longer be seen...

There is also a shrine dedicated to the dugong on Panari Island, which is also recognized as the island of the "Legend of the Doll."

From/to Iriomote Island
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Tours are required to visit Aragusuku Island (Panari Island)!

Access to Aragusuku Island (Panari Island) is possible because there are no regular shipping routes.Take a touris common.

Access from Ishigaki Island to Aragusuku Island (Panari Island)
The tour to Aragusuku Island (Panari Island) will be operated from Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal to Aragusuku Island. (about 30 minutes)

◆Access from Iriomote Island to Aragusuku Island (Panari Island)
The boat will sail from Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal to Iriomote Island and from Iriomote Island to Aragusuku Island. (about 15 minutes)

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It is said that long ago, during the Ryukyu Dynasty, many dugongs inhabited the Yaeyama Islands, especially around Panari Island.

The Ryukyu royal government of the time ordered the residents of Panari Island to capture dugongs and donate their meat, skin, and oil, and as a result of overhunting, the dugongs disappeared.

Today, Kamiji Island is home to a "dugong bone shrine" that enshrines the bones of a dugong from that time.Higashi Utaki (A-ri-uta-maki)It is also called the mermaid shrine because it has a "mermaid shrine.

Explore Panari Island

There are several off-limits areas on Panari Island, and there are some situations where only locals can make decisions.

If you take a tour, you will be able to spend valuable time with a local guide who will show you around the island, which is something that only a local guide can do.â

A guide from Panari Island (Aragusuku Island) guides you around "Panari Island" where the legend of mermaids remains.開始時間8:30-17:40所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,000 yen

A guide from Panari Island (Aragusuku Island) will lead you on a walking & snorkeling tour to "Panari Island" where a mermaid legend remains (No.386)開始時間8:30-17:40所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,500 yen

snorkeling

The waters around Panari Island are so clear that colorful corals and fish shadows can be seen even from the sea!

Snorkeling is an easy activity to try even for those who are not good swimmers or beginners. We hope you will experience the "Panari Blue.

A guide from Panari Island (Aragusuku Island) will lead you on a walking & snorkeling tour to "Panari Island" where a mermaid legend remains (No.386)開始時間8:30-17:40所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,500 yen

Snorkeling tour to "Panari Island" where the legend of mermaids remains, accessible only by tour (from 2 years old, lunch included), guided by an experienced guide (No.547)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours12,000 yen

Fishing & Snorkeling Tour with a Mermaid Legend on "Panari Island"★Popular Set! Fishing & Snorkeling Tour ★ Izakaya cooking available (No.549)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours15,000 yen

Experience Diving

Experience diving, which goes deeper than snorkeling, does not require a license, and anyone can try it.

The guides will support you well, so even if you are a first-timer, you don't have to worry! The diving spots on Panari Island are like a dragon's palace under the sea.

Ishigaki Island / Aragusuku Island / 1 Day] A special experience at "Panari Island" where the legend of mermaid remains! Experience Diving Tour with Lunch (No.548)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours16,000 yen

The legend of mermaid remains in "Panari Island"☆Beginners are welcome! Fishing & Diving Tour ★ Izakaya Cooking Available (No.550)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours19,000 yen

fishing

The style of fishing done on Panari Island is simple "Gomoku fishing". Even children who have never fished before can experience it.

The captain will support you, so please feel free to join us... ♪

Fishing & Snorkeling Tour with a Mermaid Legend on "Panari Island"★Popular Set! Fishing & Snorkeling Tour ★ Izakaya cooking available (No.549)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours15,000 yen

The legend of mermaid remains in "Panari Island"☆Beginners are welcome! Fishing & Diving Tour ★ Izakaya Cooking Available (No.550)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours19,000 yen

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Kamiji Island] Kita-no-hama

The main beach on Panari Island (Aragusuku Island) is "Kita no Hama" on this island of Kamiji. The beach has beautiful Panari blue waters, and the shallow waters make it safe for small children to play!

Since there are "Gogan" and other prohibitions against entry on the way to the north beach, it is recommended to ask for permission if islanders are present.

Kamiji Island] Kuinupana

Kuinupana is the only observation point on Panari Island (Aragusuku Island).

If the weather is fine, you can see Iriomote Island in front of you and Shimoji Island on your left, and enjoy the scenery that symbolizes Panari Island (Aragusuku Island) ☆.

Koijigahama Beach

This beach is located near the port of Kamiji Island, one of the two Aragusuku Islands.

There are some Utaki in the area that are off-limits, so be sure to go with a tour guide.

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Panari Island (Aragusuku Island), with its pristine nature, still has its own culture and rules.

Be aware that some places, even tourist attractions, are sacred to locals and prohibited for photography.

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