Kyushu Okinawa
Iriomote
The Galapagos of the East
Anchor the boat in the midst of one of the last unexplored regions of Japan.
Iriomote sometimes referred toas “the Galapagos of the East” is 90% covered in sub-tropical jungle. You will be taken on a guided four-hour mountain trek where we anticipate sightings of rare wild animals such as the highly endangered Iriomote wildcats, crowned eagles, and round-back tortoises. Complete the day with a soak in outdoor hot springs, the ultimate in relaxation. Kayaking expeditions are available as well as the perfect place to play on the water sports toys, or scuba dive and snorkel.
![image](../../../img/cruisingmap/kyushu_okinawa/iriomote/001.jpg)
Kayak River Cruise on the mangrove-lined Irauchi and Nakama River
![image](../../../img/cruisingmap/kyushu_okinawa/iriomote/002.jpg)
Pinaisara Falls vertical drop of about 55m, tallest water fall in Okinawa
![image](../../../img/cruisingmap/kyushu_okinawa/iriomote/003.jpg)
Hoshizuna no Hama means Star Sand Beach
![image](../../../img/cruisingmap/kyushu_okinawa/iriomote/004.jpg)
The grains of sand shaped like tiny stars
![image](../../../img/cruisingmap/kyushu_okinawa/iriomote/005.jpg)
Water Buffalo Cart Rides(Yubu Island)
Cruising Maps
-
Amami
A haven of sea and sand
-
Beppu
A group of eight hot spring towns
-
Fukuoka & Omuta
Friendly people, fantastic ramen, Japan’s biggest festival
-
Goto Retto
Marine playground and former haven of secret Christianity
-
Iki
The island of gods, a connecting bridge since ancient times
-
Iriomote
The Galapagos of the East
-
Ishigaki
Japan’s southernmost city, a tropical paradise
-
Kagoshima/Ibusuki
Naples of the East ~ home to the great volcanoes
-
Karatsu
castles, caves, ceramic art and a day at the beach
-
Koshiki Retto
Wild natural islands with rugged cliffs and untouched bays
-
Miyako
A peaceful island in the sun for watersports, cycling and golf
-
Nagasaki
A vibrant port city full of color and international flair
-
Okinawa
Distinct island culture born of the age of Rukyu Kingdom
-
Setouchi
Unspoiled nature and Unique Culture
-
Taketomi
A time capsule of traditional Ryukyu culture and architecture
-
Yakushima
The country's first UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the best natural wonders
-
Yonaguni
The last place in Japan to see the setting sun
-
Zamami
Unspolied paradise in an emerald blue sea