Paddleboarding Tour in Amami Island (July to October)

Overview

Let’s enjoy paddleboard (SUP, Stand-up Paddleboard) on the crystal-clear waters of Amami. We offer a full experience of the subtropical ocean!

A guide will bring the paddleboard to your location and select the best sea based on the day’s conditions, so you don’t have to worry about transportation. Plus, all necessary equipment is included in the tour fee, making it easy to join.

Two people paddleboarding on the open sea with Amami Oshima’s coastline in the background.

Snorkelers exploring coral reefs and clear blue waters around Amami Oshima.

Many fish are swimming in the clear sea of Amami

Person paddleboarding on crystal-clear turquoise waters in Amami Oshima, waving at the camera.

Tour Itinerary

Meet your guide

The meeting point with your guide will be decided based on the conditions of the day. Pick-up from your hotel is also available.

Enjoy SUP Tour

Let’s practice paddle techniques.
The experienced guide will give you tips to paddle comfortably. You can also do snorkeling during the paddling trip.

Finish and go back to your place

A simple changing room will be provided. Then return to your place.

At a glance

Activity Duration	2 hours
Start time	We will decide based on the tide and your schedule.
Price(JPY)	Groups of 2~3：15,000/person Solo participant： 30,000
Age	13+
Max number of participants	3 people
What to bring	Towel, Change of clothes, Drink, ※Sunscreen
Payment	Cash / Credit card

※Please use reef-safe sunscreen. Avoid sunscreens containing oxybenzone or octocrylene, as they can damage coral reefs.

What’s Included?

Full gear for SUP (board, paddle, life jacket and reef shoes)
Snorkeling equipment
English-speaking Guide
Domestic Travel Accident Insurance

Additional info

If the forecast predicts winds of 5 meters or more, the tour will either be free canceled or held at the mangrove area. You can choose in advance and will be notified accordingly.
Participants are not allowed to remove their life jackets at any time during the tour, even when snorkeling.

FAQ

Is it held in case of rain?

It is conducted in small rainy weather. However, if heavy rain or various warnings are issued, we will assess the situation and there may be cases where it is canceled.

Is it possible to participate even if I can’t swim?

Even non-swimmers can participate by wearing a life jacket during the tour. However, we kindly ask individuals who are afraid of water or have experienced panic in water in the past to refrain from participating.

What is the water depth?

The tour will be conducted in the range of 1~5 meters in depth.

Cancellation policy

3 days prior : 50% refund
2 days prior : No refund (100% cancellation fee)
1 day prior : No refund (100% cancellation fee)
On the day of the tour : No refund (100% cancellation fee)