Pinaisara Waterfall Half Day Tour （Short Tour)
This tour takes you to the basin of Pinaiasara Waterfalls, the largest waterfall in Okinawa, we will arrive there by kayaking and hiking.This tour is highly recommended for families with kids, or if you just want to spend a half day sight seeing.
This tour takes you kayaking the Hinai River surrounded by Mangrove woods, and a nice hike into the Sakishimasuounoki forest. You may also enjoy some free time playing in the basin of the Pinaiasara Waterfalls.
Beginners are Welcomed
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| Tour choices | Morning tour Aternoon tour |
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| Tour Available | All year round |
| Required age | Over 5 years |
| Fees | Price Until Feb 2025 / no advance paymant
Adult ¥9,000
NEW Price From 2025, Mar Advance Payment : You will receive an online payment bill by mail. Summer Price: Adult Apr~Oct ¥12,000 / Under 12 years ¥10,000 Winter price: Adult Nov~Mar ¥10,000 / Under 12 years ¥8,000 |
| Tour lenght | 4h~5h No lunch |
| Items used | River Kayak and Boots |
- Your Preparation:
Please bring drinking water for the tour. (1-2 500ml bottle)
Bring some cloth for change if you come from Ishigaki.
Be ready for getting wet. Wear swimsuit inside. - Price includes :
Shoes, waterproof bag, and backpack . - Caution:
Depending on the weather conditions, the tour route might be modified, or ended early for safety purposes.
| 9:00 | Pick up at the Hotel or Sea Port |
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| 9:30 | Arrive at tour preparation point for training (Mare River upstream ) |
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| 10:00 | Depart on tour (start kayaking the Hinai river). |
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| 10:50 | Arrive upstream Hinai River, start hiking to Pinaiasara Waterfalls |
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| 11:10 | Arrive at the waterfalls , rest and water play |
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| 12:00 | Depart the waterfalls and hike back down to Hinai River |
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| 12:20 | Arrive at the Hinai River, and depart by kayak to Mare River upstream. |
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| 13:10 | Arrive back to Mare Hinai upstream. |
Rough Time Table
NOTE: During the summer season, all the tours might be one hour early.
What is Pinaisara?
“Pinai Falls” In Iriomote Island, it is called “Pinaisara”, that “Pinai” means a white beard and “Sara” means a waterfall.
It is located upstream of the Hinai River and has a drop of about 55m, making it one of the largest waterfalls in Okinawa Prefecture.
