Iriomote Island can be enjoyed as a day trip from Ishigaki Island! Local guides introduce popular tours and model courses!

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When you go on a trip, you want to visit various places and tourist attractions.

 

Ishigaki Island has many remote islands nearby, and if you come to Ishigaki Island, you will want to visit them together.

 

So this time, we have compiled a list of ways to enjoy Iriomote Island, which can be enjoyed as a day trip from Ishigaki Island!

 

I want to enjoy Iriomote Island on a day trip!"

 

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Can Iriomote Island be enjoyed as a day trip?

Iriomote Island is located in Japan.leading tourist attractionIt is known as the

 

The emerald green sea, mangroves unique to the subtropical zone, and other spectacular scenery and a culture that differs from that of the mainland attract people to this area, regardless of the season.It attracts many tourists.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

However, some people planning a trip to Iriomote Island,Can't we take a day trip?Some may think that this is a good idea.

 

Although it is true that most travel plans for Iriomote Island are based on the assumption that you will spend several nights there,In fact, day trips are possible.It is.

 

So this time,Model course to enjoy Iriomote Island in a day tripWe will introduce the charms of Iriomote Island to the fullest while explaining the

 

For a day trip to Iriomote Island
Means of transportation

The main means of transportation when enjoying a day trip on Iriomote Island is either a tour with a pick-up service or a rental car.

 

Here are the advantages and disadvantages of each pattern.

 

(1) Tour with pick-up and drop-off

Pick-up and Drop-off Toursyou can easily enjoy the trip without knowing the details of how to get to Iriomote Island from Ishigaki Island and how to return home, since there is a pick-up service from Ishigaki Port.

 

However, almost every itinerary is meticulously planned.

 

Therefore, for those who want to travel at their own pace or stop off somewhere on a whim, theA little less flexible.You may feel that

 

(2) Rent-a-car

If you want to enjoy a day trip to Iriomote Island at your own pacerent-a-caris recommended.

 

Since there are a number of places where rental cars are available on Iriomote Island, you can enjoy a day trip to Iriomote Island at your own pace by using them.

 

However,If you have some idea of where you want to go in advanceto take a tour of the sights would be a better use of your time.

 

How to enjoy a day trip to Iriomote Island

From here.How to enjoy a day trip to Iriomote IslandThe following is an introduction to the

 

Day trips are different from trips that require an overnight stay,Make the most of your time and travelIt is necessary to

 

Iriomote Island Day Trip Model Course

This time it is not a tour with transportation, etc,A model day trip for a personalized itineraryIntroduction of the

 

We will also introduce how to get to and return from Ishigaki Island, as well as various activities.

 

1) From Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island by ferry

Because there is no airport in Iriomote Island,Take the ferry from Ishigaki Island.We need to head for it.

 

It takes about 35 to 50 minutes from Ishigaki Port to the larger port on Iriomote Island, but you don't have to worry about the time much as long as you can get up early enough, since the service starts at 7:00 in the morning.

 

Also,Good views on the move.Therefore, you will never be bored on a boat trip.

 

(2) Participate in morning activities

As soon as you arrive at the port of Iriomote Island,Morning ActivitiesJoin us at the

 

Because Iriomote Island is a famous tourist destination and has activity stores,Decide on the spots you want to visit, etc.We are looking forward to your participation.

 

Snorkeling and canoeing in the emerald green waters, activities using surfboards called SUP, and exploring mangroves and limestone caves are recommended.

 

Lunch

After thoroughly enjoying the activities, have lunch at a restaurant in Iriomote Island.

 

Restaurants on Iriomote Island that serve local cuisine only available there.There are many places to enjoy the unique taste of Okinawa, such as the famous Yaeyama Soba and Goya Chanpuru.

 

4) Participate in afternoon activities

Once you are well nourished at lunch,Afternoon ActivitiesJoin us at the

 

The impression of Iriomote Island you get through your trip may change greatly depending on what kind of activities you choose as activities here.

 

For example, if you enjoy snorkeling in the ocean in the morning and visit a mangrove forest in the afternoon, you will not onlyAtmosphere of Iriomote Island as a JungleYou can taste the

 

5) From Iriomote Island to Ishigaki Island by ferry

After the afternoon activities, it will be time to leave Iriomote Island.

 

As when you came, you will go to Ishigaki Island from one of the main ports in Iriomote Island.

 

By the way,Since there are several restaurants and other facilities near the port of Ishigaki IslandThe restaurant is located in the center of the city, and you may want to make a last-minute stomach stop there.

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation

Now, here is a recommendation for a day trip to Iriomote Island.5 activities with transportationWe will introduce you to the following.

 

Please have a look at the wide variety of ways to enjoy Iriomote Island andFavorite way to enjoyTry to find out.

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation
1) Mangrove SUP/Canoe &
Barras Island Snorkeling

First, we recommendMangrove SUP/canoeing combined with snorkeling at Barasu IslandIt is.

 

Iriomote Island belongs to the subtropical zone, which is rare in Japan, and is known for its mangroves.

 

By enjoying canoeing and SUP in the mangrove forests that create a dense forest-like atmosphere unique to the subtropical zone,You can feel the nature of Iriomote Island more closely.I am sure you will be able to do the same.

And we hope you will enjoy it with us,Snorkeling at Barras IslandIt is.

 

Barasu Island, one of the best snorkeling points in Iriomote Island, is a small uninhabited island composed of pieces of coral, where you can experience the clear sea and pure white sandy beach.

 

If you want to see the beautiful sea when you come to Iriomote IslandThis is a must-visit spot for

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation
(2) Mangrove SUP/Canoe &
canyoning

This is one of the activities you should enjoy together with SUP and canoeing in the mangrove forest already introduced,canyoningThere are

 

Canyoning is a type of river rafting that is mainly enjoyed upstream of rivers and other streams, allowing people to enjoy nature as it is while walking and sometimes swimming in it.

Generally, Iriomote Island is known by the impression of white sandy beach and blue sea like other tropical resorts, but actuallyRare region in the world where unspoiled nature remainsIt is.

 

By enjoying the mangroves and canyoning, you will get a glimpse of Iriomote Island as an unexplored region.

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation
(3) Barras Island Snorkeling &
canyoning

The island of Barasu, which I have already mentioned, can be seen and hidden depending on the tides.Miracle IslandIt is also called

 

This perfect snorkeling spot can be said to be the very condensation of the charm of the sea of Iriomote Island.

 

After experiencing snorkeling in these locationsExperience Canyoningis also highly recommended!

By alternately experiencing the endless emerald green sea and the maze-like jungle created by nature as it is, you will see a completely different side of Iriomote Island.

 

Only in Iriomote IslandUnusual ExperienceWhy not try to do the same?

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation
4) Mangrove SUP/Canoe &
Yubu Island Sightseeing

One of the best things to experience in conjunction with activities in the mangroves is sightseeing in the city center. As already mentioned, mangroves areThe subtropical aspect of Iriomote IslandIt will show us the

 

Only after experiencing this, it is recommended to feel the people's activities through sightseeing in the city center.

 

Especially as a place to sightsee,Yubu Island (Hiroshima-Nagoya Island)will be mentioned.

Yubu Island is located just across the sea from Iriomote Island, and the blooming flowers, peaceful townscape, and slow-moving buffalo carts are a soothing sight to see.

 

When you visit Iriomote Island, you will not only see the magnificent nature,Urban area where you can feel people's breath.You can also experience sightseeing together with the

 

Recommended for day trips
5 activities with transportation
(5)Canyoning & Yubu Island Sightseeing

Sightseeing on Yubu Island is also recommended after canyoning, which is a great way to get your body moving in the midst of nature.

 

In sightseeing in Yubu IslandYou can ride on a buffalo cart and see the city at a slower speed than walking.The following is an example of a product that can be used in this way.

After a tiring day of exercise,Breeze of IriomotejimaIt will be more comfortable to sway on a buffalo cart while feeling the

 

Please try it when you come to Iriomote Island!

 

in the end

This time in Iriomote Island.Assuming a day tripand after introducing a model course,Recommended ActivitiesWe also introduced the following information.

 

Iriomote Island can be visited on a day trip without requiring an overnight stay, and you can fully experience the beauty of the island through various activities.

 

Of course, you cannot visit all the sights of Iriomote Island if you are on a day trip, but at the end of your trip, you may have a few things left to do,The desire to go backis what makes it strong.

 

We encourage you to visit Iriomote Island as often as you like, starting with a day trip.

 

Thank you very much for taking the time to read this report to the end.

 

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