Paddle Sport

Iriomote: Mangrove Forest SUP or Canoe Tour to Barasu and Yubu Islands

- Discover Iriomote's mangrove channels and a coral island on an island-hopping adventure that blends jungle scenery with beaches. - Start in Uehara with transfers, or meet at Uehara Port, then gear up with a life jacket and water shoes for time out on the water. - Glide through Japan's largest mangrove forest, step ashore on coral Barasu Island, then use your Yubu Island ticket for sightseeing. - Tour with an Okinawa-certified operator whose guides keep you safe, shoot photos of the day, and welcome you back with a hot shower. - Choose between an SUP course or a canoe course, with equipment provided according to the option you select for your time on the water.

- SUP equipment included- Mangrove forest, Barasu Island, Yubu Island- Yubu Island ticket included- Free pick-up and drop-off, Uehara area- Life jacket and water shoes- Professional guide included- Photo data from waterproof camera- Hot shower available after tour- Activity fee and consumption tax

Lunch
Prescription mask

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Iriomote is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site: about 90% of the island is subtropical jungle, home to Japan's largest mangrove forest and rare wildlife such as the Iriomote cat.
This full-day tour (9:00–15:30) packs three Iriomote classics into one: a SUP or canoe paddle through the mangroves, a landing on Barasu, the tiny island made of white coral, and a visit to Yubu Island. The timing works as a day trip from Ishigaki.
Highlights
Paddle Japan's largest mangrove forest by SUP or canoe
Land on Barasu, an island made entirely of coral
Sightseeing on Yubu Island (ticket included)
Free photos: your guide shoots the whole tour on a waterproof camera and shares all the photo data at no extra cost.
Day trip from Ishigaki possible (9:00–15:30)
Hot shower after the tour
Why PiPi: No.1* marine activity shop in Japan in 4 categories, with 500,000+ guests guided. Okinawa-certified safe operator; all guides are certified water rescuers.
*Survey of 5 major shops by Japan Marketing Research Organization, Jun 29–Jul 3, 2026. Does not guarantee superiority.

What to bring

Clothing: Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a towel and a full change of clothes.

Sun protection: Bring sunscreen to protect your skin during this full-day tour.

Drinks: Carry enough drinking water to stay hydrated throughout the activities.

What's not allowed

Wheelchairs and strollers: This experience is not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers.

Pets: Pets are not suitable for this experience, so you should not bring them.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: Not wheelchair accessible, and strollers cannot be used on this tour.

Public transport: There is no public transportation nearby, so arrange your own transport to Uehara if needed.

Additional information

Health conditions: This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart conditions.

Pick-up area: Free round-trip transfers are available only within the Uehara area.

Hotels outside Uehara: If you stay outside Uehara, take a bus or taxi to Uehara Port for pick-up.

Meeting details: The shop will send your exact meeting place and time the day before your tour.

Contact if no message: If you have not heard from us by 6:00 PM the day before your tour, please contact IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi.

Contact details: If you have not heard from us by 6:00 PM the day before your tour, please contact IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi — Phone: +81 980-85-7240 / WhatsApp: +81 80-3630-4256 / Email: info@iriomote-pipi.com.

Infants: Infants must sit on laps, but infant seats are available on request.

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