Night Tour of Iriomote Island

西表島のナイトツアー

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Night Tour of Iriomote Island

ナイトツアー

The best part of Iriomote Island is not only during the daytime.Evening ActivitiesThere is also a

 

During the time when nocturnal organisms in Iriomote Island are active.one lightIt will be a special memory to explore the jungle in the

 

This plan is especially popular with children,Free research during summer vacationSome customers use it for other purposes!

西表島　星空フォト

In addition to living things, you can also look up at the sky and seeObserve the full starry sky and the moonThe following is a list of the most common types of products that can be used in the market.

 

The starry sky of the Yaeyama Islands is said to be exceptional.Iriomote Island has a particularly beautiful starry sky.It is!

 

The population of Ishigaki Island is about 50,000, while Iriomote Island has about 3,000.

 

It interferes with stargazing.Town lights are much less in Iriomote Island.It is a

→Here are recommended night tours you can enjoy in Iriomote Island!

 

Attraction of Night Tour in Iriomote Island

ヤシガニ　ナイト

If you want to stay in Iriomote IslandNight timeWe also want to make sure that we enjoy the

 

One of the options isCandidates for night toursYou should try to do so.

 

We will tell you a lot about the attraction!

 

Night Tour Attractions
1) Full starry sky view

ナイト、星空

In the night tour of Iriomote Island,Unspoiled wilderness and star-filled skyat the same time.

 

Iriomote Island has almost no light pollution, so depending on the seasonMilky WayThe "M" is also clearly visible.

 

It is an ideal environment for stargazing, and seasonal constellations and meteor showers can be viewed.

 

In addition, Iriomote Island is designated as a national park,Progress is being made in preserving the natural environment.Therefore, the night sky is also exceptionally beautiful.

 

Night Tour Attractions
(2) Creatures unique to the southern islands

ナイトツアー オカヤドカリ

In the night tour of Iriomote Island, not only the star-filled sky,Encounter nocturnal creaturesThe following is an example of a product that can be used in this way.

 

The rich natural environment unique to the island is home to rare animals such as the Yaeyama flying fox and the Ryukyu kite, as well as coconut crabs unique to the southern islands.

 

It is a valuable experience to be able to observe creatures that are only active in the dark!

 

Creatures you can meet on a night tour

ナイト、サキシマハブ

Iriomote Island is surrounded by rich nature and has a unique ecosystem,Unusual plants and animalsare numerous.

 

Here are some of the typical creatures you can encounter on a night tour.

 

coconut crab (Birgus latro)

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The first one is the coconut crab.

 

coconut crab (Birgus latro)world's largestis an arthropod that lives on land and is actually a member of the hermit crab family!

 

Can only live in hot and humid placesTherefore, it is a must-see creature when you visit Iriomote Island!

 

Saxima Hub

ナイトツアー、ハブ

Many people may think of habu when they think of Okinawa.

 

Saxima Hub is aThe only habu living in Iriomote IslandIt is!

 

He has a very quiet personality.So, if you see them, do not provoke them.

 

long-eared owl (Asio otus)

リュウキュウコノハズク

The Ryukyu pygmy owl is a small owl, ranging from 20 to 25 cm in length.

 

Many times better eyesight than humans.So, it is possible to find small insects and other small things.

 

The male and female chirps are different, with the male making a "koh-koh-koh" sound and the female a "meow" sound, although the chirps are often heard,They are rare creatures that are not easily seen.

 

Yaeyama flying fox (Pteropus volitans)

西表島　鍾乳洞　コウモリ

Yaeyama flying foxes are long when their wings are spreadLarge bats over 1 meter longIt is.

 

Also known as fruit bats, they live on papayas and island bananas.

 

Some people are scared of them because of their size, but they are not harmful to humans andSafe CreaturesIt is.

 

Iriomote wildcat (Prionailurus bengalensis iriomotensis)
Can I see it?

The most common question we get from our night tour participants is, "Can I see the Iriomote wildcat?" The most common question is "Can I see the Iriomote wildcat?

 

In conclusion.It is not easy to see.Even tour guides who have lived in Iriomote Island for many years have never seen it.

 

So if you could see it in one trip.special luckyIn addition, bobcats are nocturnal! Furthermore, bobcats are nocturnal, so if they are only active during the day, the chances of seeing them are drastically reduced.

 

Night Tour of Iriomote Island
Clothing and personal belongings

ナイトツアー　スタート　写真

(1) Long sleeves and long pants

Long sleeves and long pants are recommended, as insect bites are a possibility throughout the year!

 

(2) Clothing that can get wet

Half of the year on Iriomote Island is rainy.
Sudden squalls are possible, so take precautions against sudden squalls when going outside, even outside of the tour!

 

(iii) Beverages

Although the heat is less intense than during the day, it can be quite hot and sweaty on some days.
Take precautions against heat stroke!

 

to be held on Iriomote Island
Recommended Night Tours

サガリバナ

Iriomote Island, in addition to the jungle night tours held throughout the year,Seasonal ToursWe also do

 

Since it is seasonal, many visitors come to Iriomote Island during the season.

 

Please enjoy the seasonal scenery of Iriomote Island!

 

Recommended Night Tours
1) Starry sky & jungle night tour

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The Jungle Night Tour takes you on an adventure through the jungle with a single light!

 

There are many activities such as searching for living creatures and star gazing, which are unique to Iriomote Island!

 

This activity can be enjoyed all year round, regardless of the season!

Starry sky & jungle night tour
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Seasonal Night Tours
(2) [Limited time only] Sagaribana viewing tour

サガリバナ

Sagaribana is an overnight blooming flower,Phantom FlowerIt is called

 

The blooming season is also from June to August.Short, about 3 months.Another characteristic of sagaribana is that it

 

During the sagaribana season, the jungle is filled with the sweet scent of sagaribana, so be sure to take a tour!

Sagaribana Viewing Tour
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Limited Time Night Tours
Yaeyama Firefly (3) [Limited time only] Yaeyama Firefly
Appreciation Tour

ヤエヤマヒメボタル

Yaeyama fireflies areIt can be seen only in Iriomote Island and Ishigaki Island.It is the smallest firefly in Japan.

 

The characteristic of this firefly is that many fireflies gather in one place and flicker.Natural IlluminationIt is called

 

Very short life span due to very strong light emissionAbout 2 weeks of lifeIt is said that,April - MayThis is a limited tour that can only be seen until

Yaeyama Firefly
Appreciation Tour
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q＆A

(1) How old do I have to be to participate in the Night Tour?

Participants can be from 3 to 65 years old!

The guide will set the pace and take care of the footpaths.

two (used in legal documents)Participate even if you are not confident in your physical strengthCan you do it?

Of course, even if you are not confident in your physical strength, you don't have to worry.You can join the tour!

The guide will check on each guest as the tour progresses, so even those who are not physically fit can participate without worry.

(iii)Will the event be held even if it rains?

The tour will be held even if it rains, as long as safety is ensured.

Except for special weather conditions such as typhoons, the tour will generally be held rain or shine.

However, if we deem the field unsafe on the day of the tour, we may cancel the tour even if the weather is clear.

4)What do I need for a night tour?

Please wear lightweight, long-sleeved, long pants and comfortable clothing!

Wear less revealing clothing to protect against insect bites.

5)What can I rent on a night tour?

We will prepare the following items for you

Flashlight

Special shoes

We will provide you with everything you need for the tour so you can enjoy the tour empty-handed!

 

summary

星空、帰り道

Iriomote Island isAlso recognized as a starry sky reserve.The starry sky is so beautiful!

 

You can look for creatures of the night, and if the weather permits, go stargazing to see shooting stars and satellites!

 

When you stay at Iriomote Island, please visit us,Take a night tour!

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Night Tour of Iriomote IslandTour Reviews and Testimonials

NASBI
5
Speaking of the night of Iriomote Island! It is no exaggeration to say.
This is the best plan to enjoy the great outdoors!
Thank you very much!
shine
5
If I went all the way to Iriomote Island, I wanted to enjoy the night tour as well!
As a result, it was a great decision to participate!
We were introduced to the sagaribana, which can only be seen at this time of the year! It was so beautiful!
The starry sky was amazing. It was the best starry sky I have ever seen!
I will visit again to see this view!
Thank you for this time!
gongon (Sino-Japanese esoteric Buddhism, originating in the eighth century)
5
Under the guidance of enthusiastic guides, we enjoyed a mysterious experience unique to Iriomote Island at night. We were fascinated by the graceful appearance of sagaribana blooming after sunset and the star-filled sky floating in the darkness of the jungle. Thanks to the guide's abundant knowledge and careful explanations, we were able to fully enjoy the charm of Iriomote Island, which is different from that of the daytime, on this wonderful night tour.
springtime
5
We had planned to participate only in the night tour, but we suddenly decided to join this tour because it was the season of sagaribana. It was a fulfilling night with nocturnal creatures and beautiful stars. I would like to visit Iriomote Island again!
big girl
5
I was planning to book a night tour because my child loves insects and creatures, but since our trip was just around the time of the blooming season of the sagaribana, we booked this tour, which was a great deal!

The tour was fun for both children and adults, and the children were excited throughout to see the rare flora and fauna! The guide was used to dealing with children and talked to them a lot, which was very helpful.

Also, the atmosphere was wonderful, creating a natural sense of togetherness with the other participants, and a good time was had by all.

Thank you for the wonderful tour!
aaa
5
I enjoyed a totally different view from the daytime. I was impressed by the starry sky and the power of nature!
K-1 (Japanese kick-boxing promotion)
5
The quietness of the night and the starry sky were very nice! The guide's explanations were easy to understand.
adopted child
5
I enjoyed it very much!
Thank you very much!
a dot (esp. a small dot or dot-like object)
5
I was very happy to enjoy the mangroves and jungle!
As one would expect from a World Heritage site. The breathtaking nature.
It was great.
large town
5
During the jungle night tour, the guide gave us a detailed explanation of wildlife ecology, which made the night exploration even more enjoyable!