Plan Overview
Iriomote Island is a subtropical paradise with pristine nature and emerald green sea. To fully enjoy such Iriomote Island, we have prepared a one-day photo tour to visit spectacular spots with a local guide.
This tour is perfect for various occasions such as family trips, friends, and couples’ anniversary trips.
Let’s leave your memories with beautiful scenery in your photos!
Shirahama Port: Starting point of Iriomotejima Photo Tour
The photo tour departs from Shirahama Port in the western part of Iriomote Island.
The contrast between the calm sea and the lush green mountains is a beautiful and spectacular spot. Enjoy taking pictures while strolling around the area!
Haimida-no-Hama: Breathtaking Long Beach
Haimida-no-Hama is a long beach located at the southern tip of Iriomote Island, with a white sandy beach stretching for about 2 km.
One of its attractions is that Hateruma Island, the southernmost island in Japan, can be seen on a clear day. Take great pictures with Haimida-no-Hama, with its beautiful contrast of white sand and emerald green sea, in the background!
Yubu Island: A paradise of buffalo carts and tropical plants
Yubujima is a small island located about 500m from the east coast of Iriomote Island. The experience of crossing the shallows in a traditional buffalo cart is popular, and the peaceful scenery and abundant nature make it a relaxing spot.
The slow pace of the buffalo and the gentle sound of the waves will make you forget the hustle and bustle of daily life.
An unforgettable healing experience where nature and culture are in harmony awaits you.
Free photo data! Comfortable pick-up and drop-off tours
The photo data taken while touring the most scenic spots will be given to you free of charge!
If you stay at a hotel in the Uehara area of Iriomote Island, we will also provide free transportation.
We have also prepared a special page that introduces information on special deals on restaurants and hole-in-the-wall spots. We will give you substantial contents that you can enjoy not only on the day of the tour but also after the next day.
Memories of Iriomote Island with photos
Emerald green sea, untouched nature, and warmth of people. Enjoy the charm of Iriomote Island to the fullest with our photo tour!
Visiting popular scenic spots and hidden gems, you will not only capture the beautiful scenery in your photos, but also experience the local culture and history.
The photos you take are treasures that will vividly preserve the excitement of your trip forever. Why don’t you create unforgettable memories with a photo tour filled with nature and encounters in Iriomote Island?
Schedule for the day
| Time | Tour Details |
| 9:00 | Uehara Port/Meet your guide at the hotel |
| 9:30 |
Arrival at Shirahama Port |
| 11:00 | Arrival at Haimida-no-Hama |
| 12:00 | Lunch time Lunch break at a restaurant recommended by the guide |
| 12:50 |
Meet again at Uehara Port |
| 13:20 | Arrive Yubu Island Free time |
| 15:00 | Yubu Island End |
| 15:30 | Arrival at Uehara Port Pick up and drop off passengers to the hotel |
Course Summary（Tour Price・What to bring・Meeting Locations, etc.）
| Tour Price (Tax included) |
Adult (junior high school students to 75 years old): ¥13,500→ ¥12,500 Child (elementary school students): ¥11,500 Toddler (3 years old – preschool children): ¥10,500 |
| Included in the price | Experience fee, liability insurance fee, sales tax, photo data, participant-only benefit page (coupons for use at restaurants, information on hole-in-the-wall spots) carbon-neutral fee |
| What to bring | Drinks, towel |
| What to wear on tour | Wear clothing that can get wet (On the day of the tour, please change into clothes that you do not mind getting wet before you arrive.) |
| Meeting and Dismissal Locations | ▼ For those who wish to be picked up and dropped off For those staying in the Uehara area of Iriomote Island, please meet at the entrance of your hotel and disband ▼ For those meeting locally: Please take a bus or cab to the Uehara Port. |
| Opening period | Year-round |
| Opening hours | 9:00-15:30(6.5hours) |
| Time of meeting | We will contact you after the reservation is confirmed. |
| Age restrictions | 3 to 75 years of age |
| Max. capacity of the tour | Minimum number of participants: 2 or more. |
1. Pick up and drop off
The pick up and drop off area is Uehara Port in Iriomote Island and hotels in Uehara area in Iriomote Island.
2. How to contact us after booking the tour
The guide will contact you by e-mail or phone when the reservation is confirmed.
The guide will contact you the day before the reservation date for details such as pick up and drop off, meeting time, etc.
3. Eligibility
For safety reasons, the following are not allowed to participate in the tour
・Pregnant
・Drunken or hung-over
・Pacemaker or heart problems
・People with respiratory problems (asthma, etc.)
・People with mental disorders (epilepsy, dementia, developmental disorders, panic disorder, etc.)
・Cardiovascular problems
・Cerebrovascular problems
・People with physical disabilities
・People with diabetes
・People with hearing or visual impairment only
*Please consult with us in advance if you wish to participate in the tour accompanied by a helper or interpreter.
・People who weigh 100 kg or more (plans include SUP canoeing/canyoning)
・People with other chronic illnesses, fevers, injuries, etc.
*Please inform us in advance if you have only minor symptoms.
4. Cancellation of the tour
・The meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season and field conditions on the day of the tour. The store will inform you of the meeting place and time the day before the tour.
・Tour schedule is subject to change depending on the weather, tide level, and number of participants on the day of the tour.
The tour will be held rain or shine. However, we reserve the right to cancel the tour if we deem the field to be unsafe.
5. Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by the customer for any reason will incur the following cancellation fees.
・Cancellation up to 5 days before the tour: Free of charge
・Cancellation 4 days before the tour to 18:00 the day before: 50%
・Cancellation after 18:00 the day before or without notice: 100% of the participation fee
Please contact the e-mail address (or phone number) listed in the reservation confirmation e-mail for any change or cancellation of the tour.
6. Other
・Please change into clothes that can get wet before you arrive at the tour site.
・Please use the restroom before coming to the tour. (There are no restrooms near the site.)
・Please contact us in advance if you will be late.
・We will guide you to the best field depending on the wind direction, tide level, and crowds on the day of the tour.
