This is one of the most popular, and memorable, tours on the islands.
Pinaisara (meaning `like a beard`) at 55 meters is the highest waterfall in Okinawa. The waterfall has this name as from a distance it appears like a man`s beard. The tour combines an unforgettable kayaking trip through an unspoilt mangrove forest on the Mare and Hinai Rivers followed by a jungle trek to the top of the waterfall, where the views are breathtaking. Then descend to its base where you can swim in the natural pool below.
The trip commences with a ferry ride to Uehara port on Iriomote, . You will then be transported to the nearby kayaking base. Full instructions and appropriate waterproof gear for kayaking will be provided before the tour start. Taking a gentle kayaking adventure for approximately an hour along the Mare and Hinai rivers, both lined with mangrove trees and the wildlife which inhabit the forest. Alight at the base station and then have a jungle hike for approximately 50 minutes through the forest to the basin of the Pinaisara Falls. En route the guide will explain and point out the various plants, trees and wildlife.
There will be time for a cooling swim in the pool below the falls before paddling back to the kayaking base, and then back to the Port for the return trip to Ishigaki.
An active and enjoyable trip to appreciate unspoilt nature.
Destination
Pinaisara Waterfall
Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama District, Okinawa
Itinerary
When Uehara Port Operate
08:00
Depart at Ishigaki Ferry Terminal
08:50
Meet-up staff at Uehara Port
09:00
Transfer to Kayaking base
~40mins
Kayaking
~30mins
Trekking to the bottom
Free time at the bottom
14:30
Ferry back to Ishigaki Island
When ferry to Uehara is cancelled
08:30
Depart at Ishigaki Ferry Terminal
08:50
Meet-up staff at Uehara Port
09:00
Transfer to Kayaking base
~40mins
Kayaking
~30mins
Trekking to the bottom
Free time at the bottom
14:00 or
Bus to Ohara Port (Ferry Depart at 15:00)
15:30 or
Bus to Ohara Port (Ferry Depart at 16:30)
16:30
Bus to Ohara Port (Ferry Depart at 17:35)
The guide will ask you when do you want to go back to Ohara Port.
KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Age Restriction: ~70 years old
Please check-in 20 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
Ferry ticket need to be purchased seperately.
Uehara Ferry ticket is including the bus from Ohara to Uehara when the ferry is cancelld.
This tour is operated by OsanpoKibun(おさんぽ気分).
What is included
Waterproof Backpack
Kayaking
Trekking
Refreshments
English Speaking Guide(May not so fluent)
Pricing
Tour
Adult(12 or above): 9000JPY
Child(5-11 years old): 8000JPY
Round Trip
Ferry Ticket
Adult(12 or above): 5570JPY
Child(5-11 years old): 2800JPY
Online booking should be made at least 2 DAYS in advance. If you have an urgent request, please contact us through email or phone during office hours(08:00-17:00)