Iriomote Island Yaeyama Firefly Guided Night Tour March to May

Duration1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

★Explore Iriomote, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site!
About 90% of the island is subtropical jungle, home to rare wildlife found nowhere else, such as the Iriomote cat.

Explore the Unknown with Expert Guides!
Iriomote’s jungle at night is a different world—pitch black, mysterious, and difficult to navigate alone. The professional nature guides will lead you safely into the heart of the subtropical wilderness. Discover rare wildlife and hidden sights that only a local expert can find.

Sustainable Adventures
We are dedicated to "Leave No Trace" tourism. By joining us, you’re supporting the preservation of this UNESCO World Heritage site for future generations.

Why PiPi: No.1* marine activity shop in Japan in 4 categories, 500,000+ guests guided. Okinawa-certified safe operator; all guides are certified water rescuers.
*Survey of 5 major shops by Japan Marketing Research Organization, Jun 29-Jul 3, 2026. Does not guarantee superiority.

What's included

Admission fee
Light
What's included / Included in the price
Shoes

What to expect

Iriomote-jima
1h

Magical Firefly Night Tour (Seasonal) Experience the "Miracle of the Forest" on Iriomote Island. Thousands of rare fireflies create a natural galaxy of light. A fleeting seasonal masterpiece.

Schedule (Approx.)
18:00 Pick-up (Uehara area) or Meeting.
18:30 Arrive (No lights/phones).
19:00 Peak activity.
20:00 Drop-off.

Important Rules

Pickup: Uehara area only. Others: meet at Uehara Port.

Confirm: We contact you by 18:00 the day before.

Req: Ages 3–65. No pregnant women.

Min: 2 people.

Policy: 100% charge for late/no-show.

Prep: Wear wet-friendly clothes. No restrooms/alcohol.

Lang: Japanese/English.

Our guide will meet you at Uehara Port or your place of stay.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Free pickup: Uehara area only.

Outside Uehara: Hotels like Painumaya, Eco Village, or La Teeda are not covered. Please take a bus/taxi to Uehara Port.

Meeting Info: We will contact you the day before with the time and location.

End point

Free pickup: Uehara area only.

Outside Uehara: Hotels like Painumaya, Eco Village, or La Teeda are not covered. Please take a bus/taxi to Uehara Port.

Meeting Info: We will contact you the day before with the time and location.

Pickup details

Complimentary pick-up and drop-off services are available within the Uehara area.
Please note that hotels outside this area (such as Jungle Hotel Painumaya, Iriomote Eco Village, and La Teeda Iriomote) are outside the service range. Guests staying at these locations are kindly requested to travel to Uehara Port via local bus or taxi.

The shop will contact you directly on the day before your tour to confirm the meeting time and location.

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Persons under the influence of alcohol may not participate.
The minimum number of participants for this plan is 2. If this is not met, you may cancel for free or transfer to a night tour.
Age requirement: 3 to 65 years old.
Please use the restroom before joining, as there are no facilities available near the activity site.
The tour is available in Japanese or English.
Times are subject to change based on seasonal or field conditions. Detailed information, including the meeting point and time, will be sent to you by the shop one day before the tour.
People with mental health conditions or neurological disorders (epilepsy, dementia, developmental disabilities, panic disorders, etc.
People under the influence of alcohol or suffering from a hangover.
People with cerebrovascular diseases (e.g., stroke-related conditions).
Participation without a sighted/hearing assistant
People with other pre-existing conditions, fever, or injuries.

Cancellation policy

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

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