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How can I get to Pinaisara Falls? Can I do it even if I am not physically fit?
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Iriomote Island is home to Okinawa's No. 1Overwhelming drop-offDid you know that there is a waterfall that boasts of
This article introduces Pinaisara Falls.
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What is Pinaisara Falls?
Pinaisara Falls is located in the upper reaches of the Hinai River in the western part of Iriomote Island.
The drop-off is about 54 meters.It is one of the many waterfalls in Okinawa.Overwhelming height!
The sight of the water falling down in a powerful manner is probably the most impressive thing you can see in a photograph.
The name "Pinaisara" means "goatee" and "saala" means something that has gone down.
It was named Pinaisara because the long, narrow waterfall appears to hang down like a beard.
Even from a distance, one can see the waterfall flowing like a dragon's whiskers!
Pinaisara Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iriomote Island.It is a popular and spectacular spot.
Playing with water in a waterfall basin,Powerful waterfallMany people enjoy it because they can view the
famous place
Pinaisara Falls
Location
Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access
Approximately 40 minutes by car from Ohara Port,
It takes about 5 minutes by car from Uehara Port.
Fall of waterfall
Approx. 54m
Pinaisara has a
How to get there?
There are two ways to reach Pinaisara.
However, the path to the waterfall is long and requires physical strength.Caution for those who are not confident in their physical strengthPlease do so.
1) To Pinaisara
Going by Canoe
The first way to get to Pinaisara is by canoe.
By canoe, it takes 40 minutes one way and 30 minutes by trekking.
When you visit Pinaisara,Allow plenty of time for your tour!
(2) To Pinaisara
Trekking to
There is actually a way to get to Pinaisara without taking a canoe.
From the entrance to PinaisaraApproximately 90 minutes by trekkingIt takes about
When trekking to the site, please be careful and enjoy yourself if you are not confident of your physical strength or if you are prone to getting lost, as the trail is long!
Even if you don't have the physical strength.
Two recommended waterfalls to enjoy
Iriomote Island has an abundance of rivers and many waterfalls.
There are various waterfalls besides Pinaisara,Tours to enjoy visiting waterfalls are also popular!
From here, we will introduce two waterfalls in Iriomote Island.
If you would like to visit other waterfalls besides Pinaisara, please take a look!
(1) Recommended waterfalls in Iriomote Island
Omija Waterfall
Omija Falls is located about 15 minutes by car from Uehara Port.
Splash canyoning is available at Omija Falls and is safe for beginners!
Dive into natural waterslides and waterfalls,You can do activities using the nature of Iriomote!
(2) Recommended waterfalls in Iriomote Island
Mizuochi Falls
The "Mizu Ochino Waterfall" can only be reached by boat or canoe from Shirahama Port.Unexplored Funauki AreaThe waterfall is located at
It is located at the end of the river, where you can cross Funauki Bay by canoe from Shirahama and enjoy the view of the mangroves!
The way the water falls directly into the waterfall basin is fascinating,Canoeing behind the falls or plunging toward the fallsYou can also do this!
Mail order is recommended for souvenirs!
We introduced Pinaisara Falls!
Most companies will pick you up from the port or hotel when you book a tour,There is almost no free time.
Therefore, there is no time to buy souvenirs if the time for the return ferry is approaching.
Therefore,Souvenirs of Iriomote Island are recommended to be purchased by mail order.It is!
With mail-order, you can choose and buy products at your leisure 24 hours a day, whenever you like.
Please try to find Iriomote Island products by mail order!
over-the-counter (financial) |
You can see the real thing. You can ask questions on the spot. |
store (Demerit) |
More baggage. Time for travel will be allocated. |
net (hair, netball, etc.) |
You can buy them whenever you want, 24 hours a day. A wide variety of types of products. |
net (hair, netball, etc.) |
It is impossible to see the real thing directly. Shipping costs will be charged. |
in the end
In this issue, we introduced Pinaisara Falls.
How was it?
Pinaisara Falls, the No. 1 waterfall in Okinawais one of the best sightseeing spots in Iriomote Island.
Thank you for reading to the end.