SUP & Outrigger Canoe Tour in Iriomote with Local Guide and Island Transfers

Highlights

  • A combo tour where you can enjoy both SUP and outrigger canoeing!
  • Get up close to Iriomote's stunning scenery—only visible by SUP and canoe
  • Learn canoeing basics from a local Japanese guide with deep knowledge of the island
  • Includes lunch and convenient island transfers from your hotel or Uehara Port

What to expect

Explore Iriomote’s nature on a full-day tour with a stable outrigger canoe and SUP. Enjoy paddling with the breeze, then glide across calm waters. A local guide shows the island’s charm. Great for beginners, families, and outdoor lovers.

About this experience

Starting at
09:00

Schedule

  1. Hotel Pickup or Meeting at Uehara Port Included
  2. Safety Briefing and Preparation
    Your guide will carefully explain basic paddling techniques and safety procedures. The instructions are easy to follow, even for first-time paddlers and young children.
  3. Outrigger Canoe Departure
    Hop into a six-person outrigger canoe and gently paddle out onto the sea. Glide across calm waters as you pass by mangrove forests and small uninhabited islands, fully immersed in the surrounding nature.
  4. Arrival at the Beach & Lunch
    Land on a beach or quiet spot and take a short break. Enjoy tea while chatting with your guide or taking photos in a peaceful setting.
  5. SUP Tour Starts
    Standing on your board and paddling through the water, SUP offers a uniquely close connection to nature. The low, peaceful glide lets you feel as though you're part of the landscape. Surrounded by Iriomote’s one-of-a-kind scenery, it's a soothing, refreshing experience for both body and mind.
  6. Arrival Back at Base
    Thank you for joining the tour! Shower and changing facilities are available for an additional fee of ¥500.
  7. Drop-off at Hotel or Uehara Port

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Uehara Port

    Uehara Port, Uehara, Taketomi Town, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

    Uehara Port — Uehara Port, Uehara, Taketomi Town, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

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