Sunrise Outrigger Canoe Tour in Iriomote with Local Guide and Island Transfers

Japanese guide

Highlights

  • Early-morning outrigger canoe tour to enjoy Iriomote’s calm and quiet nature
  • Spot birds and early-morning wildlife you won’t see later in the day
  • Learn canoeing basics from a local Japanese guide with deep knowledge of the island
  • Ride in a 6-person stable outrigger canoe—perfect for beginners and kids
  • Includes convenient island transfers from your hotel or Uehara Port

What to expect

Explore Iriomote’s untouched nature in the peaceful early morning on an outrigger canoe tour with a local guide. Paddle calm waters as the sun rises, enjoying quiet scenery and sounds of nature. The stable canoe is perfect for beginners and families.

What's included

  • Equipment renta
  • Transfers
  • Japanese-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at
05:30
Group size
Up to 6 people

Schedule

  1. 05:30
    Hotel Pickup or Meeting at Uehara Port Included (Starts 1 hour before sunrise)
  2. 05:45
    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 6-person outrigger canoe and set off on your journey. Glide across the calm, sunlit waters and take in the mystical beauty of the early morning scenery.
  4. 06:45
    Arrival Back at Base
    Thank you for joining the tour! Shower and changing facilities are available for an additional fee of ¥500.
  5. 07:00
    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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Restrictions

  • Children 1 years old and above can participate in this activity.
  • Please note that the tour is primarily conducted in Japanese.

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Clothing that can get wet
  • Change of clothes
  • Please take appropriate sun protection measures.
  • Hydration drinks
  • Towel for drying off

Additional notes

  • Shower and changing facilities are available upon request for an additional fee of ¥500.

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Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

  • 1-3 business days before (local time): 50%
  • On the activity day / No-show: 100%

Changes

The same conditions as the cancellation policy apply to changes in reservations.

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貴重な体験がいっぱい
Posted Date: 2025/09/09
hanaemon
サンセットは以前に体験したので、今回はサンライズカヌーを選びました。ホテルまで迎えに来ていただき、港までの20分のドライブ中にイノシシやリュウキュウコノハズクらしき鳥と、帰りはシロハラクイナと遭遇しました。
まだ薄暗い中港に到着した時は雲が多く遠くで雷もなっていましたが、説明を聞いて出港する頃には雲が赤く染まりだし、だんだんと朝焼けが見えてきました。
途中で海亀が息継ぎで上昇してきて慌てて潜っていったり、白黒のクマノミもいたり、何よりガイドさんが色々な話をしてくださり大満足のツアーでした。
Reply from Waterplayerz
コメントありがとございます!
満足していただけたようで嬉しいです。
それもこの島の美しさのおかげ・・・大切な観光資源。
いつまでも楽しめるように気遣いながら、また会える日を楽しみにしています。

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