Night Tour in Iriomote: Watch the One-Night Flower “Sagari-bana”

4.7
(7 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

★ Limited-Time Sagari-bana Viewing Tour
This tour is available only from June to August.

What's Included

Consumption Tax
Participation Fee
Liability Insurance
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Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will contact you by phone or email the day before the tour to inform you of the meeting time and location. Free pick-up is available in the Uehara area. Hotels outside the Uehara area (e.g., Jungle Hotel Painumaya, Eco Village, Latida Iriomote, etc.) are not within our pick-up range. If you are staying at one of these hotels, please use a bus or taxi to come to Uehara Port.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Sagari-bana Tour: Witness the Phantom Flower
Experience the enchanting Sagari-bana, a truly magical summer sight found only in select parts of Japan's Southwest Islands. Often called "one-night flowers," these elusive blossoms bloom at night and scatter by dawn, making them a truly unforgettable spectacle!

Example Tour Schedule
① 8:00 PM: Pick-up from your accommodation (Uehara area only)

② 8:15 PM: Arrive at the Sagari-bana viewing spot!

③ 9:00 PM: Enjoy Sagari-bana viewing! Feel free to take your own photos.

④ 9:30 PM: Tour ends!

⑤ 9:45 PM: Drop-off at your accommodation.

Please note: The schedule may change depending on weather and tide conditions on the day of the tour.

Important Information for Tour Participation
Please read the following carefully to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Punctuality and Prior Contact
Please be on time for your designated meeting. If you're late or don't show up without prior notice, it will be considered a cancellation, and cancellation fees may apply. If you'll be late, please contact us in advance.

Final Confirmation
We'll send you details regarding the meeting location and time by phone or email the day before your tour. Please make sure to register contact information where you can be reached in Japan.

If you don't receive a confirmation by 6:00 PM the day before, please contact "IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi" using the method described on your ticket.

If you've requested pick-up from a hotel on Iriomote Island, your pick-up time might differ from what's displayed. To confirm your exact pick-up time the day before, please contact us using the method described on your ticket.

Minimum Participants
The minimum number of participants for this tour is 2. If this number isn't met, the tour will be canceled free of charge (we'll notify you the day before your tour).

Participation Requirements
This tour is for participants aged 3 to 65 years old. The following individuals cannot participate:

Pregnant individuals

Children under 3 years old

Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions

If you have any concerns, please consult us beforehand.

Equipment and Safety
For your safety, please always follow your guide's instructions.

Weather
Tours generally proceed in the rain. However, tours may be cancelled if the field is deemed unsafe.

Attire and Preparation
Please wear clothes you don't mind getting wet. There are no restrooms at the activity site, so please use facilities beforehand. Participation under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited.

Language Support
Tours are conducted in Japanese or English. Depending on booking availability, tours may only be available in Japanese.

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity has a minimum number of participants required to operate. If the minimum number is not met and the tour is canceled, you will have the option to either join on a different date or activity, or receive a full refund.
  • This activity is not recommended for those under the influence of alcohol.
Supplied by IRIOMOTE ADVENTURE PiPi

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Wildlife Watching
Seasonal
Shore Excursions
Involves Animals
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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