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Iriomote Island & Yubu Island One Day Tour
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Iriomote Island & Yubu Island One Day Tour

7 hours
Yaeyama
€108.24/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • Admission to: Yubu Island admission ticket, Yubu Island water buffalo cart ride experience, Nakama River mangrove cruise
  • Japanese-speaking staff
  • Round-trip Ferry Ticket (Ishigaki Island ⇔ Iriomote Island)
  • Iriomote Island bus transfer fee
  • Okinawan Local Flavor Lunch

Not included: Other personal expenses

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Overview

Okinawa Iriomote Island & Yubu Island Classic One-Day Tour: Mangrove Cruise & Water Buffalo Cart Experience & Tropical Botanical Garden & Iriomote Cat Eco-Tour Departing from Ishigaki Island, tours run daily, allowing you to easily explore the classic and popular routes of Iriomote Island and Yubu Island regardless of the season. The tour fee is all-inclusive, covering round-trip high-speed ferry tickets, private car transfers, water buffalo cart experience, and local-style lunch, making it easy to enjoy an island-hopping day trip. Featured Attractions Nakama River Mangrove Cruise: Cruise through the spectacular mangrove belt by boat. Take a boat deep into Okinawa's largest mangrove area to explore Japan's largest and most diverse mangrove forest, a natural wonder not to be missed on Iriomote Island. Yubu Island: Ride a water buffalo cart through the shallow sea, accompanied by the melodious tunes of the sanshin, and stroll into the tranquil Yubu Island to experience the most Okinawan-style healing time. Yubu Botanical Garden: A subtropical garden paradise on a small island, filled with southern flowers and trees, where you can enjoy Okinawan local-style lunch. Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center: Explore the secret world of the Iriomote cat and learn more about Iriomote Island's unique natural ecology and conservation activities. Please note: If the center is closed, overcrowded, hosting events, or conducting specimen preparation, entry may not be possible, and the tour will proceed directly to the pier. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Highlights

All-inclusive value package: Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets + island bus transfers + water buffalo cart ride + admission fees + lunch. No additional self-funded expenses throughout the trip, making it easy and worry-free.
Visit 3 popular attractions on Iriomote Island: Nakama River Mangrove Forest, Yubu Island Botanical Garden, and Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center.
Nakama River Mangrove Forest boat cruise: Take a boat deep into Japan's largest mangrove forest, experience the magnificent natural scenery and tranquil atmosphere, and capture stunning photos.
Popular water buffalo cart experience: Take a leisurely water buffalo cart ride across the sea to Yubu Island, enjoying Okinawa's unique shallow water scenery and southern island charm along the way.
Okinawan-style lunch: Savor local flavors at the botanical garden on Yubu Island, experiencing the most authentic Yaeyama island culture.
Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center: Learn about Iriomote Island's precious wildlife and ecosystem through specimens, videos, and exhibits (※Please note that if the center is closed, overcrowded, hosting events, or conducting specimen preparation, entry may not be possible. The tour will then proceed directly to the pier. We apologize for any inconvenience.)

What's included

Admission to: Yubu Island admission ticket, Yubu Island water buffalo cart ride experience, Nakama River mangrove cruise
Japanese-speaking staff
Round-trip Ferry Ticket (Ishigaki Island ⇔ Iriomote Island)
Iriomote Island bus transfer fee
Okinawan Local Flavor Lunch

What's not included

Other personal expenses

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a participation date
Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking. Euglena Ishigaki Port has a paid parking lot (¥100 per hour). Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 50 min(s), Self-guided, Ishigaki Island ⇒ Iriomote Island (Ohara Port), Ferry Ride: Ishigaki Island ⇒ Iriomote Island 9:00 Depart from Ishigaki Island 9:50 Arrive at Iriomote Island After arriving at Ohara Port, please identify the staff holding the "Hapiru" sign to check in. If you do not see the staff, please proceed to the "Shop Dugong" building on the left to check in. [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Iriomote Island Nakama River Mangrove Cruise, [Iriomote Island Nakama River Mangrove Cruise] 10:00-11:00 Take a boat tour of the Nakama River National Protected Area and explore Japan's largest mangrove forest with the most diverse species, and experience the magnificent natural charm. [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s) 20 min(s), Self-guided, Yubu Island, [Yubu Island Tour] 11:30-13:50 Yubu Island Buffalo Cart Round Trip Experience: Admire the stunning scenery of the shallow sea and sanshin music Enjoy a Local Okinawan Lunch: Taste local ingredients and experience the flavors of the Yaeyama Islands Free Time at Yubu Island Botanical Garden: Stroll through the garden and experience the charm of the South Seas [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Self-guided, Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center, [Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center] 14:00-14:30 Gain in-depth understanding of Iriomote Island’s unique natural environment and precious species. Please note that visits may be restricted due to closures, overcrowding, events, or specimen preparation. In such cases, the tour will proceed directly to the pier. Thank you for your understanding. [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 50 min(s), Self-guided, Iriomote Island (Ohara Port) ⇒ Ishigaki Island, Ferry Ride: Iriomote Island (Ohara Port) ⇒ Ishigaki Island 15:00 Depart from Iriomote Island (Ohara Port) 15:50 Arrive at Ishigaki Island [Return] at Ishigaki Port, You can choose to return at the following times: 15:50. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Scheduled to arrive at Ishigaki Island at 15:50. Return voyage may be earlier or delayed due to sea conditions. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Free for children aged 0-6 as long as they will not occupy separate seats Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults
In the event of tour cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, sea conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances, you will be notified in advance via email. Please check your inbox (including spam folder) and we recommend checking the latest operation status on the 【八重山観光フェリー】 official website before departure. Each adult can bring one child aged 0-6 (not occupying a seat and without meals) free of charge. If one adult brings two children aged 0-6, a child ticket must be purchased for one of them. This itinerary includes a visit to the Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center. Please note that we may not be able to enter the center due to special circumstances such as closure, overcrowding, events, or specimen preparation. In such cases, the itinerary will proceed directly to the pier. We appreciate your understanding. The itinerary and order of activities are subject to slight adjustments based on the weather and sea conditions on the day. Please refer to the actual arrangements on the day. Please check in at the Yaeyama Kanko Ferry counter inside the Euglena Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal between 08:30. The actual itinerary sequence and times may be slightly adjusted depending on the weather and sea conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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