Recommended activities for sightseeing in Urauchigawa
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Okinawa
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Iriomote Island
The second-class river "
Urauchi River
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Special feature on.
It is said to be the longest in Okinawa Prefecture.
Characteristics and attractions of the Urauchi River
We will explain the following points in detail.
Popular sightseeing activities along the Urauchi River
Also picked up!
Please use this as reference when visiting Iriomote Island with your family.
table of contents
- 1 What is the Urauchi River?
- 2 Urauchi River Recommended Activity 1: Mangrove Canoe/Kayak/SUP Experience
- 3 Urauchi River Recommended Activity 2: Snorkeling + Mangrove Canoe/Kayak/SUP Experience
- 4 Urauchi River Recommended Activity 3: Mariyudu Falls + Canoeing/Kayaking Experience
- 5 Enjoy activities at Urauchi River!
- 6 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
What is the Urauchi River?
In the following Basic information, characteristics and attractions of the Urauchi River Explanation about!
Before checking out the activities, find out what the area has to offer.
Where is the Urauchi River? What is its length and width?
Iriomote Island
It originates in the mountainous region near the center of
Urauchi River
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It flows northwestward, merging with several tributaries, into the East China Sea.
The river is at its widest near its mouth.
Approximately 500m
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The total length includes the tributaries.
Approximately 39km
It can also be
Okinawa
It is one of the largest rivers in the prefecture!
Characteristics and Attractions of the Urauchi River 1: Mangrove Forest
A massive mangrove forest, said to be one of the largest in Japan, stretches along the coast of the Urauchi River, and is an essential spot for sightseeing along the Urauchi River!
Mangrove is a general term for a group of plants that live in brackish waters where seawater and freshwater mix in tropical and subtropical regions.
It grows by putting its roots directly into the water, and has a unique ecology and appearance with its trunk growing above the water surface.
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The brackish water area of the Urauchi River is extremely large, and with the tides, seawater flows in from the river mouth up to 10km upstream.
Mangrove forests are home to a wide variety of living creatures.
The fish species that inhabit the entire Urauchi River are
Over 400 types
This is the highest number for a single river in Japan!
Dozens of endangered species and large fish such as sharks have been spotted. .
The mangrove and Urauchi River areas are home to many terrestrial creatures, including wild birds and wild boars that hunt for fish.
Gibier dishes made with meat from wild animals from the Urauchi River basin are also gaining popularity at restaurants on the island. !
Characteristics and Charms of the Urauchi River 2: Barringtonia
They live along the Urauchi River and in mangroves.
Barringtonia
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It usually blooms between June and September.
Iriomote Island
It's a symbol of summer.
The flowering time is
From dusk to night
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Due to its unique feature of blooming only at night and withering before dawn, it is commonly known as
Phantom Flower
It is also called ". The flower language is "
Good fortune comes
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The drooping stems and fluffy, downy flowers that bloom from them exude a mysterious aura. .
Apparently he is also called "Sawafuji" because of his looks.
The sight of fallen flowers floating on the water's surface and flowing down the Urauchi River is also a sight that can only be seen along the Urauchi River!
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★An activity recommended for beginners! ★Participant benefits (coupons for use at restaurants, information on hidden spots) included! [Sagaribana Tour] Sagaribana is a summer feature that can only be seen in parts of the Nansei Islands in Japan. It is also called the "one-night flower" and blooms at night and falls at dawn.
Urauchi River Map
Urauchi River Recommended Activity 1: Mangrove Canoe/Kayak/SUP Experience
Enjoy a leisurely cruise through the mangrove forest.
Canoeing and Kayaking Experience
is a popular activity on the Urauchi River.
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Two-seater canoes and kayaks allow parents and children to ride together.
Why not enjoy a sense of adventure with your family in the jungle, complete with a vast green tunnel?
At the mouth of the wide Urauchi River,
Nighttime canoeing and kayaking experience
You can participate.
There are plenty of things you can't experience on daytime tours, such as bioluminescent plankton that glow in the paddle's wake and a starry sky that can't be seen in urban areas.
First, experience the simple natural beauty of the mangroves on a daytime tour. At night Night Tour We also recommend enjoying a "hopping" style of sightseeing, so you can experience different aspects of the Urauchi River. is!
On the other hand, if you want to enjoy the Urauchi River and mangroves in a more active way, try the classic marine sports: SUP experience is highly recommended.
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) allows you to enjoy the scenery of the Urauchi River and mangroves from a higher vantage point than canoeing or kayaking. What's more, you can sit, lie down or do other activities while cruising, giving you more freedom than standing!
There are also plans that provide wider, more stable boards, so even beginners can easily use them. Yo.
In the Urauchi River,
Canoeing and Kayaking
and
SUP
,
Choose whichever tour you prefer
is popular!
Even if it's the same river cruise, a nice feature is that you can choose the activities that your children want to try.
For kids who love playing in the river,
Canyoning
The set tour is perfect
!
You can enjoy not only canoeing, kayaking, and SUP (stand-up paddleboarding), but also a spectacular river boat ride. Canyoning involves thrilling rock climbing, diving into the river, and getting soaked as you go down the Urauchi River.
River cruising is an exhilarating and extraordinary experience. Iriomote Island It will be an unforgettable memory of your family trip.
In the following
Recommended canoe, kayak and SUP tours on the Urauchi River
Currently posted
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There are plans available for children from 3 years old, making it a great way to introduce your child to playing in the river for the first time.
Depending on the plan,
Transportation service
or
Photo shoot during the experience & data gift
You can enjoy great perks such as:
Check the target age and activities that your children would like to try, and join the tour that interests you!
★Over 300,000 participants! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Day trips from Ishigaki Island are possible! [Mangrove SUP/Canoe (Kayak)] Water for SUP or Canoe (Kayak)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participants receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, information on hidden spots, etc.)! ★9:00 a.m. tours can be joined as day trips from Ishigaki Island! [Choose from Mangrove SUP/Canoe (Kayak) + Splatter
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Can be joined as a day trip from Ishigaki Island! [Yubu Island sightseeing + Mangrove SUP/Canoe (Kayak)] Urauchi River and other areas
For those who want to have a surprise experience with a special someone on the night of Iriomote Island! Why not see the Milky Way, a sky full of stars raining down on you? With the sounds of birds singing at night as background music, you can leisurely gaze at the starry sky from a canoe. The mangroves at night also have a unique atmosphere. Also, the trail of the paddle will be marked by glowing "noctiluca". It will be held at the mouth of the Urauchi River, the longest river in Okinawa Prefecture. Waves
For those who want to have a surprise experience with a special someone on the night of Iriomote Island! Why not see the Milky Way, a sky full of stars raining down on you? With the sounds of birds singing at night as background music, you can leisurely gaze at the starry sky from a canoe. The mangroves at night also have a unique atmosphere. Also, the trail of the paddle will be marked by glowing "noctiluca". It will be held at the mouth of the Urauchi River, the longest river in Okinawa Prefecture. Waves
★Over 300,000 participants in total! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended activity for beginners! ★Photo data and equipment rental★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, information on hidden spots) included! [Viewing the Barringtonia arborescens] The barringtonia arborescens is a summer feature that can only be seen in certain parts of the Yaeyama Islands. It is also called a one-night flower, and blooms at night and dawns.
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participants receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, information on hidden spots)! [Mangrove SUP/Canoe (Kayak)] Take a walk on the water in a SUP or canoe (kayak) and enjoy the Urauchi River and other areas.
Urauchi River Recommended Activity 2: Snorkeling + Mangrove Canoe/Kayak/SUP Experience
Swim through a vast coral reef filled with colorful tropical fish
Snorkeling
is a very popular activity on Iriomote Island!
On site,
At the Urauchi River
Mangrove Canoe/Kayak or SUP
Along with the island,
Snorkeling
A set plan that you can enjoy
is gaining popularity.
Mangrove Canoeing and Kayaking or SUP experience The great thing about this tour is that you can choose your favorite activity from the options available!
Tours that allow you to explore mangroves in the river and enjoy snorkeling in the ocean at the same time are quite rare.
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Enjoy the charms of Iriomote Island's sea, rivers, and each of its nature spots in just one day.
Check out the link below for information about the snorkeling and mangrove experience tour on Iriomote Island and Urauchi River!
It depends on the plan, The minimum age to participate is 3 years old from You can also enjoy special benefits such as shuttle service and coupons for restaurants.
If you choose a plan that includes a photography service, you can get great value commemorative photos of your family with the natural backdrop of both the sea and the river!
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participants receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, information on hidden spots, etc.)! ★9:00 a.m. tours can be joined as day trips from Ishigaki Island! [Barasu Island Snorkeling + SUP/Canoe (Kayak)
★Over 300,000 participants! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers are free♪★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Day trips from Ishigaki Island are possible! [Mangrove SUP/canoe (kayak) + snorkeling] Including Urauchi River
Urauchi River Recommended Activity 3: Mariyudu Falls + Canoeing/Kayaking Experience
Appearing in the jungle upstream of the Urauchi River, Mariyudu Falls " " Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls It has many waterfalls and was selected as one of the "100 Waterfalls in Japan" Iriomote Island But it is a particularly popular view spot!
From the "Gunkaniwa" wharf upstream of the Urauchi River,
About 40 minutes walk through the jungle
It is located in.
The waterfall is divided into two large tiers, with a total drop of approximately 16m and a width of approximately 20m.
The distinctive name comes from the round pool at the base of the waterfall.
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Mari (round)
" "
Yudu (Stagnation)
It is said that the current name comes from this, which means "good fortune."
Along with a visit to Mariyudu Falls,
Canoeing and Kayaking Experience
A set plan that you can enjoy together
is popular
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There are two types of plans: one for one person and one for two or more people! You can feel free to join us as a family or even if you're traveling alone.
The canoes and kayaks used are The single-person plan is for a single rider, while the two-or-more-person plan is for a two-seater. Available in sizes to suit the number of participants will be .
In the morning, go trekking to Mariyudu Falls, and in the afternoon, go canoeing or kayaking upstream and downstream.
On a canoe or kayak tour, you can enjoy the Urauchi River for a whole day, exploring tributaries that are inaccessible on sightseeing boats and landing on tidal flats.
You can enjoy the great outdoors of the Urauchi River and mangroves in a way that only a small canoe or kayak can offer!
For more information on the Mariyudu Falls x Urauchi River canoe/kayak experience, check out the link below.
The age range for participation is:
11 years old
from
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For lunch during the tour,
Lunch box using ingredients from Iriomote Island
will be provided.
A shuttle service is available if you make a reservation in advance, and there are also free hot shower rooms.
Book a plan that suits the number of participants and take advantage of special offers to enjoy the great outdoors of the Urauchi River at a great price.
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[Iriomote Island] Mariyudu Falls and Canoeing (with lunch box) (for 2 or more people)
Even though it is the largest river in Okinawa, it would be a waste to only take a sightseeing boat! If you want to spend a whole day enjoying the Urauchi River, try a canoe ride one way.
[Iriomote Island] Mariyudu Falls and Canoeing (with lunch box) (Plan for 1 person)
Even though it is the largest river in Okinawa, it would be a waste to only take a sightseeing boat! If you want to spend a whole day enjoying the Urauchi River, try a canoe ride one way.
Enjoy activities at Urauchi River!
This time Iriomote Island, Urauchi River We featured it here!
Okinawa The longest river, the Urauchi River, is home to many nature spots typical of a southern island.
With reference to this special feature, Iriomote Island When you visit, Activities on the Urauchi River Enjoy Please do!
*The content of this article is current as of January 2025.
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