Introducing popular optional tours you can enjoy in Amami! 9 recommended activities

Get in touch with the nature of Amami Oshima!
Why take an optional tour?

Amami Oshima, a remote island representing Kagoshima Prefecture, is popular as a travel destination where you can experience untouched nature. The resort-like atmosphere of the remote island and its laid-back atmosphere will help you blow away the stress of your daily life.

You can make your own travel plans and go sightseeing, but Amami Oshima Island has the background of being registered as a "World Natural Heritage" site,Many rules for nature conservation.Therefore, it is recommended to join an optional tour with a guide who knows the area well.

This article introduces popular tours and activities on Amami Oshima!

 

From the north to the south, there are many attractions!
What is tourism in Amami Oshima?

Amami-Oshima Island is called the Galapagos of the East, and is home to many endemic plants and animals.Direct flights from Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Okinawaand can be accessed by a 1 to 2.5 hour flight.

Car rental is the best way to get around in the area. The area becomes more natural as you move from the north, where the airport is located, to the south.

Beaches and famous scenic spots are in the northbut also in mangroves and the Kanzaku Wilderness Forest,Many unexplored areas in the south have been left untouched by nature.It is.

You can also take a ferry from Kagoshima and Okinawa to Amami Oshima, which is the ferry departure and arrival pointPort of Naseis recommended as a base for your trip.

You can enjoy shopping and other activities in the downtown area with restaurants and accommodations♪

 

 

9 recommended activities on Amami Oshima Island

We have carefully selected nine popular activities on Amami Oshima that you should definitely experience.

If there is a tour you are interested inFrom the WebEarly reservations are recommended.It is a great way to enjoy Amami-Oshima! Enjoy Amami Oshima smoothly by making reservations in advance!

 

Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
Trekking

One of the reasons Amami Oshima was registered as a World Natural Heritage site is the large number of endemic species.Plants that cannot be found in Honshuare growing and trekking is the best way to see them.

Amami Oshima Island is home to many large plants such as iju and tabunoki, and the giant fern "hikage hego," famous in the Kanasakuhara primeval forest, has a unique prehistoric atmosphere.

To explore the Kanezakuhara Wilderness ForestMust be accompanied by a certified guideThe tour is a great way to refresh your body and mind. Enjoy forest bathing while listening to the commentary of a local guide♪ Refresh your body and mind.

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
(2) Snorkeling

The ocean around Amami Oshima is warm and swimmable in any season.The sea of Amami Oshima, home to a variety of tropical fish and more than 200 types of coralSnorkeling is a great way to observe the

All rental costs for snorkeling equipment such as masks, snorkels, and life jackets, as well as insurance in case of emergency, are included in the tour price.

Beginners and those who are not comfortable swimming can join a tour and snorkel with the support of a guide.

Depending on the point, you can meet tropical creatures such as sea turtles and bear fleas!

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
(3) Diving

When you hear the word "diving," you may think that only licensed divers can participate. However, "experience diving" is also available for beginners without a license.

The instructor gives a detailed lecture before entering the water.Beach entry diving is popular on Amami Oshima Island.You can adjust the depth yourself by entering from where your feet are.

Why don't you try diving for the first time in your life at Amami Oshima Island?

Visitors can observe natural ecosystems at great intensity and encounter colorful sea creatures unique to tropical seas, such as the popular sea turtles and bear fleas, as well as the spiny eel with its distinctive long and slender blue body.

This is the perfect place for those who want to fully enjoy the pristine nature of the ocean around Amami Oshima!

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
4) Night tours

Night tours allow visitors to observe Amami Oshima's creatures that can only be seen at night.

The tour guide will decide the route according to the day's weather conditions, and then you will get into the car to start exploring Amami Oshima at night. Once in the jungle"Amami ishikawa toad."and ... andThe Amami rabbit, a national natural treasure.Nocturnal creatures such as

Looking up at the sky, you will see a planetarium-like star-filled sky, a romantic view that cannot be seen in the city.

There are no required belongings, but please do not forget your curiosity and enjoy the great adventure of the night!

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
5) Marine Sports

Marine sports are just the right activity for when you want to have a quick fun in the sea because it takes only a relatively short time. Let's run through the sea of Amami Oshima with a great sense of exhilaration!

Most people who participate in marine sports are new to the sport, so don't worry if you have no experience. Enjoy the thrill of marine sports with your friends and family.

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
6) SUP Experience

SUP, which makes you feel as if you are walking on the surface of the ocean, is a tour that can be enjoyed by all genders.

After the instructor-led training,Explore the ocean of Amami Oshima on a surfboard at your leisureYou can do it. It is more stable than it looks and you will be able to ride it in no time!

During the night SUP tours, the boards light up and the atmosphere is more magical than during the daytime.

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
(7) Canoe (kayak) experience

One of the most popular activities on Amami Oshima Island is mangrove canoeing! Paddle through the second largest mangrove river in Japan.

The sense of freedom of drifting on the surface of the water in a canoe and the jungle cruise that can be enjoyed from a low vantage point areA thrilling and exciting experience that can only be had here.It is.

The mangroves of Amami Oshima are home to strange and lovely creatures and precious wild birds, so take the time to observe and enjoy them.

Because of its stability and the fact that it basically never falls down, it can be easily participated in by small children.

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
Cruising tour

In Amami Oshima cruising,You can watch Kakaroma Island and the sunset on the horizon.The boat is a great way to enjoy the spectacular view of Amami Oshima Island from the comfort of your boat.

There are no specific age restrictions, so the whole family can participate, even children as young as 0 years old. You can enjoy a relaxing and healing time.

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Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
(9) Manufacturing experience

Amami Oshima Island is known as one of the world's three major textileFamous for Oshima silkIt is. You can try on a stylish Oshima Tsumugi silk kimono and have your picture taken. You can take wonderful pictures that can only be taken here♪

Original goods made with traditional indigo and mud dyeing and coaster making using a loom are popular souvenirs from the trip.

In addition, the tour can be joined even on rainy days, so you can enjoy it without worrying about the weather.Amami Oshima Island has a lot of rain throughout the year.Please consider the following.

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What to expect when taking a tour

When booking a tour, please contactWhether there is an age limit, how many people can sign up, whether transportation is provided, what to wear and bring, etc.for more information.

Amami Tours has a "Frequently Asked Questions" section for each plan, so please refer to it.

If you have any questions about the content of the tour after you have made a reservation, you can contact your guide directly. During the tour, listen to the local guide and enjoy the tour to the fullest while observing precautions and manners!

 

summary

In this issue, we have introduced some of our recommended optional tours on Amami Oshima. Since there are a variety of tours with different contents, please consider tours according to your age, purpose, and length of stay.

It is fun to sightsee freely on your own, though,Tours are an efficient way to see the sights.I recommend it because of the following reasons

If you are planning a trip to Amami Oshima, why not join an optional tour and create unforgettable memories?

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If you want to go around Amami Oshima!
Have you reserved your rental car yet?

Amami Oshima is the third largest island in Japan after Okinawa Island and Sadogashima, but public transportation is not well developed.Rental car required.It is!

We are currently running a campaign offering a discount on eligible tours if you book a rental car together with your tour♪ (check the page that appears after you make your rental car reservation).

It is recommended that you reserve a rental car before you forget to do so with your tour.

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