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Adventure Trekking Tour – Explore the Miracle Forest of Yanbaru

4.40· 5 reviews

Highlights

  • A trekking tour where you can enjoy everything from a relaxing walk to a true explorer’s adventure
  • Enjoy a jungle course suitable for beginners to intermediate hikers
  • Experience a route that feels like stepping into a movie world
  • Open to ages 7 and up — perfect for family adventures and teamwork!

What to expect

Explore the mountains alongside the World Natural Heritage site “Yanbaru” on this trekking tour.
Walk through untouched primeval forests filled with giant ferns—the jungle course is open to participants aged 7 and up, making it perfect for families.

About this experience

Starting at
09:30, 13:30

Schedule

  1. —
    Meet at AGES BASE
  2. —
    Please arrive 30 minutes before the start time
  3. —
    Trekking Begins! (Approx. 1 hr 30 min)
    Walk along untouched mountain paths and climb gentle slopes. The course includes spots reminiscent of scenes from the Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro. Large Alocasia leaves grow throughout the area—perfect for taking Totoro-style photos.
  4. —
    After the tour, you may change clothes and use the shower
  5. —
    Tour Ends

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    AGES BASE（大宜味工房）

    日本、沖縄県国頭郡大宜味村字大保326-76

    AGES BASE（大宜味工房） — 日本、沖縄県国頭郡大宜味村字大保326-76

Reviews

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Exploration Trekking Tour: The Miraculous Forest "Yanbaru"
Posted Date: 2024/01/07
とんすけ
I was drawn to the name "Exploration Trekking" and made a reservation. However, it was a time when the activity of living creatures was sluggish, and the weather was rainy, so I couldn't take any photos. As someone who loves living creatures, it was disappointing, and it felt like an unsatisfying day for trekking.

Nevertheless, even in such circumstances, the guide taught us various things. I learned about the size of the impact from typhoons through large fallen trees and several dead pines. I … I was drawn to the name "Exploration Trekking" and made a reservation. However, it was a time when the activity of living creatures was sluggish, and the weather was rainy, so I couldn't take any photos. As someone who loves living creatures, it was disappointing, and it felt like an unsatisfying day for trekking.

Nevertheless, even in such circumstances, the guide taught us various things. I learned about the size of the impact from typhoons through large fallen trees and several dead pines. I gained energy at the power spot and learned that shade trees are necessary for coffee cultivation. The freshly picked shikwasa was also delicious.

Above all, I was happy to find a lizard and be able to hold it in my hand. I want to make a comeback during a time with better weather. 探検トレッキングというネーミングに惹かれて、予約しました。
しかし、生き物の活動が鈍くなっている時期に加え、天気も雨で写真も取れませんでした。
生き物大好きな私には残念だし、トレッキングとしても消化不良な日でした。
しかし、そんな状況の中でも、ガイドさんはいろいろ教えてくれました。
大きな倒木や、何本もの枯れた松、台風の影響の大きさを知り、パワースポットで、パワーをもらい、コーヒーの栽培場所では、シェードツリーが栽培には必要なことなど知ることができました。もぎ取ったシークワーサーも美味しかったです。
何よ… 探検トレッキングというネーミングに惹かれて、予約しました。
しかし、生き物の活動が鈍くなっている時期に加え、天気も雨で写真も取れませんでした。
生き物大好きな私には残念だし、トレッキングとしても消化不良な日でした。
しかし、そんな状況の中でも、ガイドさんはいろいろ教えてくれました。
大きな倒木や、何本もの枯れた松、台風の影響の大きさを知り、パワースポットで、パワーをもらい、コーヒーの栽培場所では、シェードツリーが栽培には必要なことなど知ることができました。もぎ取ったシークワーサーも美味しかったです。
何より、一匹のトカゲを見つけて下さり、手に取ることができたのがうれしかった。
天候のよい時期にリベンジしたいです。
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Reply from the operator
Dear TONSuke,
Thank you for participating in the exploration trekking the other day.
During this season, the activity of living creatures is sluggish, and the rain made the situation even less favorable, but I was glad to be with both of you who listened attentively.
The smile on your face when you held the chameleon was truly the smile of a creature lover.
Let's have a revenge next time and enjoy observing various creatures together. Thank you very much.
Thank you also for posting the revi… Dear TONSuke,
Thank you for participating in the exploration trekking the other day.
During this season, the activity of living creatures is sluggish, and the rain made the situation even less favorable, but I was glad to be with both of you who listened attentively.
The smile on your face when you held the chameleon was truly the smile of a creature lover.
Let's have a revenge next time and enjoy observing various creatures together. Thank you very much.
Thank you also for posting the review. とんすけ様
先日は探検トレッキングにご参加いただきありがとうございました
この時期は生き物の活動が鈍く、更に雨の追い打ちでいい状況では無かったですが、一生懸命話を聞いて頂けるお二人とまわれて良かったです。
キノボリトカゲを手にした瞬間の笑顔はまさに生き物好きの笑顔でした
次回のリベンジは色々な生き物を観察しながら遊びましょう。ありがとうございました
レビュー投稿もありがとうございました
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I had a great time even in the rain.
Posted Date: 2024/01/04
はっする
Entering the forests of Yanbaru, I was able to observe creatures like snails with beautiful shell colors, stick insects camouflaged on trees, and geckos playing in the water. I also experienced the joy of picking acorns and eating shikuwasa, feeling like a child again.

On the day of the visit, I was worried about the rain, but they lent us rain gear and umbrellas, allowing us to explore nature without getting too wet.

The guide was very knowledgeable, and I learned a lot.

I participated in sneakers… Entering the forests of Yanbaru, I was able to observe creatures like snails with beautiful shell colors, stick insects camouflaged on trees, and geckos playing in the water. I also experienced the joy of picking acorns and eating shikuwasa, feeling like a child again.

On the day of the visit, I was worried about the rain, but they lent us rain gear and umbrellas, allowing us to explore nature without getting too wet.

The guide was very knowledgeable, and I learned a lot.

I participated in sneakers, but the ground was muddy due to the rain, so my shoes got dirty. It would be better to have a different pair of shoes (they don't have to be trekking shoes) to stay comfortable after the activities. やんばるの森に入り、きれいな殻の色のかたつむりや木に擬態しているナナフシ、水遊びするヤモリなどの生物を観察したり、ドングリを拾い、シークワーサーを食べるという子供に戻ったような体験もできます。

当日は雨で心配しましたが、雨具や傘を貸していただき、ほとんど濡れずに自然散策できました。

案内人はとても知識が豊富で、勉強になりました。

スニーカーで参加しましたが、雨で地盤がぬかるんでいたので、泥が付いてしまいました。普段使いとは別の靴（トレッキングシューズでなくても大丈夫です）があったほうが、アクティビティ… やんばるの森に入り、きれいな殻の色のかたつむりや木に擬態しているナナフシ、水遊びするヤモリなどの生物を観察したり、ドングリを拾い、シークワーサーを食べるという子供に戻ったような体験もできます。

当日は雨で心配しましたが、雨具や傘を貸していただき、ほとんど濡れずに自然散策できました。

案内人はとても知識が豊富で、勉強になりました。

スニーカーで参加しましたが、雨で地盤がぬかるんでいたので、泥が付いてしまいました。普段使いとは別の靴（トレッキングシューズでなくても大丈夫です）があったほうが、アクティビティ参加後も快適に過ごせます。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating in the exploration trekking. Despite the rain and the anxiety during a time when the activity of living creatures is low, I am glad that you enjoyed observing the wildlife and the shikuwasa experience. There are still many different creatures to see, so please come and visit us again. Let's take a stroll while soaking in the phytoncides. Thank you for your review and for joining the tour.はっする様
探検トレッキングご参加ありがとうございました
生きものの活動が鈍い時期に雨の追い打ちの、不安の中でしたが、生き物観察やシークヮーサー体験など喜んで頂けて嬉しいです。
まだまだ、色々な生き物達がいますので、是非会いにきて下さいね　フィトンチッドを浴びながら散策しましょうね
レビュウー投稿、ツアーご参加ありがとうございました
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Special Time in Yamahara
Posted Date: 2023/12/03
Grace
In late autumn, we set off for a walk in the Yamahara forest. After receiving a lecture from our guide about the forest's flora and fauna, we began our journey! Crunching through the fallen leaves and pushing aside the grass, we entered the woods.

This year's typhoon had caused large fern branches to break and trees to lean from their roots, while the stream had been significantly eroded, clearly showing the impact of the strong winds and torrents. Even so, the fallen trees were reaching their b… In late autumn, we set off for a walk in the Yamahara forest. After receiving a lecture from our guide about the forest's flora and fauna, we began our journey! Crunching through the fallen leaves and pushing aside the grass, we entered the woods.

This year's typhoon had caused large fern branches to break and trees to lean from their roots, while the stream had been significantly eroded, clearly showing the impact of the strong winds and torrents. Even so, the fallen trees were reaching their branches back up towards the sky and sending new roots down into the ground.

As the day approached noon, the creatures that had become sluggish during this season began to emerge in the sunlight. Crickets were hopping around, and occasionally, we could hear the sound of cicadas. In a hole on the mountainside, a large centipede was peeking out to observe us, while dragonflies and butterflies fluttered in the dappled sunlight. Even in the late autumn forest, there were many little friends around.

We were guided to a place where we could feel the power of nature, soaking in the forest's energy and enjoying a special time. And then, our guide surprised us with a special exploration of the changed stream due to the typhoon. We walked along the stream, avoiding fallen trees, experiencing both the excitement of the forest walk and the awe of nature's might.

In the quiet moments and the immense power of the forest, there was a mysterious and special time to be found. 晩秋、山原の森歩きへ。
ガイドさんから森の動植物・森歩きのレクチャーを受け、出発！カサカサと落ち葉を踏み草をかき分けながら森の中へ。
今年の台風で、大きなシダの枝が折れ木が根から傾き、沢は大きく削られて、風の通り道・激流の跡でその影響の大きさが目の前に。それでも　薙ぎ倒された木はまた空に向かって枝を伸ばし、新たな根を地面に向かって下ろしていた。
この時期活動が鈍くなっている生き物達も、お昼近くになると陽射しの下でかおを出し始める。コオロギがたくさん跳ね回り、時々蝉の声が聞こえてくる。山の斜面にある穴の… 晩秋、山原の森歩きへ。
ガイドさんから森の動植物・森歩きのレクチャーを受け、出発！カサカサと落ち葉を踏み草をかき分けながら森の中へ。
今年の台風で、大きなシダの枝が折れ木が根から傾き、沢は大きく削られて、風の通り道・激流の跡でその影響の大きさが目の前に。それでも　薙ぎ倒された木はまた空に向かって枝を伸ばし、新たな根を地面に向かって下ろしていた。
この時期活動が鈍くなっている生き物達も、お昼近くになると陽射しの下でかおを出し始める。コオロギがたくさん跳ね回り、時々蝉の声が聞こえてくる。山の斜面にある穴の中では大きなゲジゲジがこちらの様子を伺っていたり、糸蜻蛉や蝶が木漏れ日の中でひらひらしていたり。晩秋の森でも小さなお友達が沢山いる。
そんな自然の力を感じる場所に案内してもらい、森のパワーを全身で浴びて、特別な時間を堪能。
そして、、、パワフルな私達に、ガイドさんから特別なおかわり探検をプレゼント。台風で変わってしまった沢へ。倒木をよけながら激流の跡の沢歩をさせて頂いた。森歩きのワクワク感と同時に自然の脅威も感じながら。
静かな時と大きな森のパワー。そこには不思議で特別な時間がある。
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Reply from the operator
Dear Grace,

Thank you for joining the Nature Textbook Exploration Trekking Tour.

During this time of year, the temperature fluctuations are significant, which causes many creatures to be less active and continue their burrow lifestyles. However, your ability to spot things was truly impressive, rivaling that of a guide (reverse guide, haha).

Despite the remnants of Typhoon No. 6 still being present, I’m glad we could experience the resilience, magnificence, fear, and beauty of nature.

Let's go on an… Dear Grace,

Thank you for joining the Nature Textbook Exploration Trekking Tour.

During this time of year, the temperature fluctuations are significant, which causes many creatures to be less active and continue their burrow lifestyles. However, your ability to spot things was truly impressive, rivaling that of a guide (reverse guide, haha).

Despite the remnants of Typhoon No. 6 still being present, I’m glad we could experience the resilience, magnificence, fear, and beauty of nature.

Let's go on an exploration trekking tour during the season when more creatures appear.

Thank you for posting your review! Grace様
自然が教科書探検トレッキングツアーにお越し下さりありがとうございます。

この時期は寒暖の差が激しい為、生き物達も活性が鈍くあなぐら生活が続く生き物が多いですが、Graceさんの見つけるが凄くガイド顔負けです(逆ガイド笑)

台風6号の爪痕がいまだに残る中、自然のたくましさ、自然の凄さ、自然の怖さ、自然の美しさを感じる事が出来て良かったです。

生き物が増える時期に、探検トレッキング行きましょう

レビュー投稿も有難う御座います
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It was very educational!
Posted Date: 2024/01/26
kumiko
Thank you for teaching me so many detailed things; it was very educational. It was really interesting to learn not only about nature but also about farming. I was satisfied to encounter unique animals like the Okinawan red-bellied newt and the Japanese sparrowhawk. I will visit again in the summer!とても詳しく色々な事を教えて下さり、
すごく勉強になりました。
自然の事だけではなく、畑の事なども教えて下さり、すごく面白かったです。
動物もシリケンイモリやサシバなど沖縄ならではの動物とも出会えて満足です。
また夏にも伺わせていただきます！
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Reply from the operator
Dear Kumiko,
Thank you very much for participating in the Nature Textbook Exploration Trekking.
Although it's a time when the activities of living creatures slow down, I'm glad to hear that you were able to enjoy various things.
Thank you for posting your review, and I look forward to exploring and trekking together again in the summer.kumiko様
自然が教科書探検トレッキングにご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございます
生き物の活動が鈍る時期ですが、色々楽しめたようで良かったです。
レビュー投稿も有難うございました、夏もご一緒に探検トレッキング出来る事を楽しみにお待ちしております
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It was fun!!
Posted Date: 2024/07/27
チャック
The guide was very attentive, and both children and adults enjoyed it! It was great that we could walk at our own pace without any worries since we were the only group. I heard they offer activities other than trekking, so I definitely want to use their services again!丁寧なガイドをしていただき、子供はもちろん大人も楽しめました！1グループだけで回ったので自分たちのペースで気兼ねなく歩けたのも良かったです。トレッキング以外もやっていると聞いたので、また是非利用したいと思いました！
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Reply from the operator
Dear Chuck,
Thank you for participating in the exploration trekking and for posting your review. I sincerely apologize for the delayed response.
I'm glad you were able to enjoy a place where you could walk freely. While our nature guide still has room for improvement, encountering wildlife and immersing yourself in nature is truly a wonderful experience. If there's another opportunity, I would love to have you join us again. Let's have fun together! (laughs)チャック様
探検トレッキングご参加、レビュー投稿ありがとうございます。返信遅くなってしまい大変申し訳ございません
中々、歩く事が出来ない場所を気兼ねなく、楽しむ事が出来て良かったです。自然ガイドはまだまだ未熟な所も有りますが
生き物との出会い、大自然に身を任せて遊ぶのも凄く気持ちが良いですよ、また機会がありましたら是非宜しくお願い致します。
一緒に遊びましょう（笑）
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