Mangrove Kayaking & Kura Waterfall (Short Tour)
🛶 Gentle Jungle
Duration: ~3 Hours | Best For: Families with Small Children & Short Stays
Short on time but want the full Iriomote experience? This tour offers a tranquil escape into the “Green Heart” of the island. It’s a soft adventure designed for relaxation and discovery.
Why Families Love This Tour:
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Calm & Peaceful: The Kura River is shielded from the wind, making for very easy, stable kayaking.
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Child Friendly: The trekking portion is gentle enough for small children to enjoy without getting too tired.
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Pure Nature: Even in just 3 hours, you’ll feel miles away from civilization in the “untouchable” mangrove forest.
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Flexibility: Fits perfectly into a morning or afternoon slot before your ferry back to Ishigaki.
Experience Highlights:
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Silent Paddling: Glide through the mangrove tunnels where the only sound is your paddle hitting the water.
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Kura Waterfall: A short, scenic walk leads to the falls—a magical spot for a family photo.
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Subtropical Discovery: Your guide will point out unique crabs, mudskippers, and rare jungle plants along the way.
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| Tour Available | All year |
| Required age | Over 3 years ~ 70 years |
| Fees | Adult ¥11,000 / Under 12 years ¥8,000 （booking, more than 2 people)
You can add Yubu Island Water Buffalo tour in the afternoon with Lunch +¥5000. If you want this, leave a massage on the booking form about add Yubu tour. |
| Tour lenght | Pick up ~ Finish 3h |
| Items used | Kayak |
✅ What to Bring
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Hydration: Please bring 500ml to 1000ml of drinking water per person.
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Dry Clothes: If you are visiting from Ishigaki, please bring a full change of clothes for the return journey.
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Swimwear: Please wear your swimsuit underneath your trekking/kayaking clothes. Be ready to get wet!
💰 What’s Included in the Price
We provide everything you need for a safe and comfortable day:
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Professional Equipment: Kayaks, paddles, and snorkeling gear.
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Safety & Comfort: Marine shoes/trekking boots and a waterproof bag for your small belongings.
⚠️ Important Safety Note (Caution)
Your safety is our top priority. Please be aware that:
Depending on weather or tide conditions, the tour route may be modified, shortened, or ended early to ensure the safety of all guests.
| 9:00 | Pick up at the Hotel or Uehara port |
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| 9:15 | Arrive start point and prepare |
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| 9:45 | Start kayaking |
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| 10:30 | Break & tee time |
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| 10:45 | Finish tee time & Return path start kayaking |
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| 11:30 | Arrive start point |
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| 12:00 | Tour Finish & Send you hotel |
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