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7 recommended SUP tours in Iriomote Island!
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SUP stands for stand-up paddle surfing, an activity born in Hawaii.
Standing on a slightly wider board, they paddle forward with a single paddle.
In this article.Recommended SUP Tour in Iriomote IslandWe are pleased to introduce you to the following
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SUP Tour in Iriomote Island
7 recommendations!
Iriomote Island offers a unique SUP experience here in the mangroves and waterfall pools.
Here are some recommended SUP tours that you can experience in Iriomote Island!
(1) The unexplored "Iriomote Island
Cruising! SUP Tour
After all, SUP is an indispensable activity in Iriomote Island.
This SUP tour will be an adventure in the great nature of Iriomote Island on such a SUP.
On Iriomote Island, an almost undeveloped and unexplored island, you will find a wilderness without any man-made structures just a short distance away from towns and roads.
Just a short paddle on the SUP and you are in a different world.
(2) SUP experience + the best in Iriomote Island
Tourist Attraction "Yubu Island
Yubu Island, a popular tourist spot in Iriomote Island, is only about 500 meters away from Iriomote Island.
Yubu Island, about 2 km in circumference, is home to flora and fauna unique to Iriomote Island, and the entire island is a subtropical botanical garden.
This tour includes SUP experience to the best sightseeing spot "Yubu Island" in Iriomote Island.
One of the best parts of Yubu Island is the buffalo cart.A buffalo cart is, as the name suggests, a vehicle pulled by a buffalo cart.
There are two types of buffalo carts, a large 20-passenger and a medium 14-passenger, which operate on a regular basis.Each buffalo has a name.
You can also see the cute sight of buffaloes sleeping and resting on the beach after a day's work, so be sure to check it out!
Yubu Island is home to more than 40,000 palm trees and over 100 varieties of tropical flowers, including dozens of hibiscus species.
And you may even see Japan's largest butterfly, the giant tiger butterfly.
(iii) Fascinates those who see it!
Sunrise SUP Tour
If you come to Iriomote Island, Sunrise SUP is recommended.
On this tour, you will go out to the sea by SUP while it is still dimly lit and wait for the sunrise.
You can also sit on the board and wait.
With only the sound of birdsong and waves, the gradation of the morning sun gradually illuminating the dark sea is very mysterious.
The experience of welcoming the moment when a new day begins on the sea will be a cleansing experience for both body and soul.
This time, we would like to introduce Sunrise SUP, which is full of such attractions.
With this tour, you can SUP in such a great situation!
Since the tour starts early in the morning, there will be plenty of time after the tour.
You are free to join the next tour or to sightsee and explore at your leisure.
By moving your body in the clear morning sea of Iriomotejima, you can start a healthy and comfortable day with a refreshed head and body!
It is not a long rowing course, so beginners can easily participate.
(4) The view is breathtaking!
Sunset SUP
cruising
The evening view of Iriomote Island is one of the most beautiful among the remote islands of Okinawa.
Sunset SUP is one of the most popular SUP tours!
In this tour, you will be welcomed on the SUP at the emotional moment when Iriomote Island is gradually moving toward night.
This is the time when the clear cobalt blue sea of Iriomote Island is tinted orange to deep red by the setting sun.
When you see the moment the sunset is absorbed into the sea, you must realize that you yourself are part of nature.
The scenery is like a painting.
This tour is recommended for couples and female travelers.
Like early morning SUP, this tour is not a long paddle tour, so it is recommended for beginners.
(5) SUP cruising at Sui Ochiri Waterfall
Let's go on a SUP adventure to the unexplored "Mizu Ochino Waterfall" in Iriomote Island!
The waterfall is located in the Funauki area, accessible only by boat, and is a spectacular spot surrounded by nature.
You can feel the mangrove forest up close and personal as you sail along the quiet river on a SUP.
As you approach the waterfall, you will feel an exhilarating spray of water falling down with great force and pouring all over your body!
Thrilling experiences such as playing in the waterfall basin and plunging into the waterfall are also attractive.
The surrounding rias coastline offers magnificent views from the top of the SUP.
The relatively calm waters allow even beginners to participate with ease.
Why don't you enjoy the unique nature of Iriomote Island by SUP?
(6) Great Adventures of the Night!
Night SUP Cruising
We have introduced morning SUP, afternoon SUP, and evening SUP.
Next, we will introduce SUP to be enjoyed at night!
Night SUP cruising will be a tour to enjoy Iriomote Island at night, including the starry sky.
Iriomote Island is a jungle with more than 901 TP3T of the island.
Therefore, it is famous for its almost non-existent streetlights and very beautiful starry sky.
The Milky Way, shooting stars, and depending on the season, the Southern Cross can also be seen.
(7) Excellent rainbow reflection
SUP to Pinaisara Falls!
There are countless beautiful waterfalls on Iriomote Island.The most famous of these waterfalls is Pinaisara Falls.
It is the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture, with a drop of 55 meters,The waterfall is so high that the figures above it appear small.
The sight of the waterfall water, shaped like a drooping beard, splashing and falling from 55 meters above is breathtaking.
To reach Pinaisara Falls, visitors can SUP on the river for about an hour, then trek for about 30 minutes to reach the waterfall basin.
The experience of SUPing through the mangrove forest is like exploring the jungle.
The tour guide will explain the animals, birdsong, and plants unique to the subtropical zone.
There is not much distance or difference in elevation, so beginners will not have to worry.
At Pinaisara Falls, you can even see a rainbow if the weather is nice, thanks to the spray of waterfall water.
in the end
How was the SUP tour of Iriomote Island?
Even beginners can easily play with SUP, which is a great activity for quiet water and long-distance touring.
Enjoy the island with SUP, an activity that is truly made for Iriomote Island.
SUP tours are also available for early morning, daytime, sunset, nighttime, mangrove, and many other situations.
Please conquer all SUP tours and enjoy Iriomote Island to the fullest!
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