Iriomote Island Barasu Island Boat Snorkeling Tour - Photos Included

Ride a boat to Barasu Island,
made of white coral fragments

Meet at Densa Terminal in Uehara, Iriomote Island, and ride a speedboat for about 10 minutes to Barasu Island. Barasu Island is a tiny island made only of white coral fragments (barasu), and it is called the "miracle island" because its shape and size change with the tide.

Get a guided lesson
and snorkel in coral reef waters

Before entering the water, your guide carefully explains how to breathe through the snorkel, clear your mask, and use fins. The guide stays close to you in the water, so even first-timers can enjoy it with confidence.

Spend about 1 hour 30 minutes meeting coral and tropical fish in the clear waters surrounded by Sekisei Lagoon. The operator runs an eco-friendly tour that protects the marine ecosystem and shares insights on coral conservation.

Receive photos taken
with a waterproof camera for free

Feel free to leave your phone behind. Your guide takes photos with a waterproof camera, from Barasu Island's white beach to your encounters with tropical fish and coral, and all photo data is provided for free.

After snorkeling, return to Densa Terminal by speedboat in about 10 minutes. As this is a half-day tour, you will have plenty of time to explore other parts of Iriomote Island or enjoy a local lunch afterward.

※ Marine life lives in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed.
※ The shape and size of Barasu Island change with the tide, and the itinerary may change depending on local conditions.