7 Best Snorkeling Tours in Iriomote

Off Iriomote, the snorkel boats head for Barasu, a tiny island made entirely of broken coral, and the reefs around it are some of the richest in the Yaeyamas. You’ll be in full sun with nowhere to hide from it.

1.[Iriomote] SUP / Canoe Tour at Mangrove Forest Snorkeling Tour at Coral Island

Discover the hidden beauty of Iriomote with our SUP/Canoe Tour at the enchanting Mangrove Forest. Dive into snorkeling adventure at Coral Island. Click now!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“A superb experience that allows you to enjoy different iriomote atmospheres, from sandbars to mangrove 🙂Auto-translated”

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2.[Okinawa Iriomote] Snorkeling Tour at Coral Island

Discover the untouched beauty of Okinawa Iriomote with our exhilarating snorkeling tour at Coral Island. Dive into paradise today!

★ 5.0

“PiPi offers a very good organised tour. Due to bad weather the tour was cancelled and so we take the canoeing tour through the mangroves instead. For me as a solo traveler who would like to enjoy nature calm and silent to fully emphasiRead more”

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3.Iriomote Island: Barasu Island Snorkeling & Mangrove SUP or Canoe 1-Day Experience (Okinawa)

Paddle Iriomote’s mangroves by canoe or SUP, then snorkel near Barasu Island. Get practical tips on timing, weather, lunch, gear, and value.

★ 4.8

“Experience: The activity schedule was very well organized. It would be even better if there was a bit more time for snorkeling. Equipment: The equipment was complete and felt very safe. Instructor: The instructor's guidance was clear. Location: Absolutely beautiful.”

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4.Iriomote Island: Yubu Island Sightseeing & Customizable 1-Day Experience (SUP or Canoe/Snorkeling/Canyoning)

Paddle mangrove rivers, snorkel Barasu Island or try canyoning, then ride a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island on this full-day Iriomote tour.

★ 4.7

“The experience of canoeing through the mangroves was very special. Our instructor, Ryoma, provided detailed explanations and took great care of us. We were also able to stand in the mangroves and see various crabs, mudskippers, mangrove plants, and more, which was truly eye-opening.”

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6.Iriomote: Boat Snorkeling Tour at Barasu Island

Discover the beauty of Barasu Island on a half-day boat snorkeling tour from Ishigaki. Enjoy beginner-friendly guidance, eco-conscious practices, and free photos.

★ 4.5

“Excellente activité pour des novices en snorkeling. Tout est parfaitement organisé , sécurisé et encadré. Matériel neuf et personnel très sympathique. Si vous êtes plongeur depuis longtemps, vous serez peut être surpris de devoir nager avec un gilet pas vraiment pratique pour descendre. Sinon le…”

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7.Iriomote Mangrove SUP and Snorkeling at Coral island

Explore Iriomote Island’s mangroves, coral reefs, and pristine nature with this guided SUP, trekking, and snorkeling tour—an authentic adventure in Japan.

★ 3.4

“Very friendly as usual in Japan. However, it's important to know that around 40% of the coral is dead is on most reefs. BE AWARE: you're required to wear a life vest even in the water, which makes swimming difficult and uncomfortable. In fact, it's…”

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