Hello everyone! Do you know what kind of eco-tours are available on Amami Oshima? I’d like to introduce some of the most popular eco-tours on Amami Oshima and with Link Adventures. Link Adventures offers a wide variety of tours, so if any of them catch your eye after reading this article, feel free to book directly. I hope this serves as a helpful guide!
Eco-Tour Ranking on Amami Oshima
3rd Place: Wildlife Night Tour
It offers a chance to see many creatures that symbolize the biodiversity of Amami Oshima. You may encounter animals such as the Amami black rabbit, the Amami Ishikawa frog, and even, on occasion, a pit viper. You can observe wildlife from a safe vehicle. Wildlife Night Tour is a popular eco-tour for everyone, from children to the elderly.
2nd Place: Kinsakubaru National Forest Walking Tour
Kinsakubaru National Forest is the most famous forest in Amami Oshima. This eco-tour involves walking along a 2-kilometer flat trail, observing various plants and small animals along the way. A photo taken beneath the towering “Flying Spider Monkey Tree Ferns” is sure to be an iconic shot of the forest. Since the tour takes about three hours round-trip from the city, it’s perfect for a half-day nature walk.
1st Place: Private Mangrove Kayaking Tour
Kayaking is one of the signature activities of eco-tours on Amami Oshima. Kayaking through the mangroves, in particular, will leave you with unforgettable memories. You can enjoy a jungle cruise while soaking in the subtropical atmosphere and observe the unique wildlife of the tidal flats. Link Adventures also offers a special tour where you start kayaking early in the morning and enjoy breakfast afterward.
Which eco-tour will you join in Amami?
You can join a wide variety of eco-tours on Amami Oshima. In this article, we’ve introduced tours through the forests and mangroves, but you can also enjoy activities in the ocean such as diving, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Make the most of your stay by participating in an eco-tour and enriching your experience!