Gorge River Canyoning in Yakushima Island, Japan
Prepare yourself for a thrilling ascent up the magnificent waterfalls of Yakushima, an untamed sanctuary that holds the prestigious title of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the hidden gorges and rivers of Yakushima with the help of a local certified guide and discover the wonders that lie in this lush, virbant island in Japan.
Group
4 Days
May - Sep
Intermediate
Beginner
Highlights
- Travel to Yakushima Island, a beautiful World Heritage Site in Japan
- Feel the deep and real nature of Yakushima in the flesh and enjoy beautiful waterfalls
- Encounter the majestic trees of its renowned ancient cedar forests
Description
Dive into a 4-day canyoning and hiking adventure within the hidden gorges and rivers of Yakushima, a spectacular World Heritage island. Embark on a journey to this incredibly diverse island, adorned with ancient cedar forests, majestic mountains, and teeming wildlife.
Waterfall climbing, or canyoning, also known in Japan as sawanobori, is a unique adventure activity that allows you to explore the natural beauty of Yakushima's ancient forests and waterfalls.
The trails will take you through a series of waterfalls, each one with its unique challenges. You'll need to use your hands and feet to climb up the waterfalls, using the rocks and the water as your footholds.
As you climb, you'll be surrounded by the lush vegetation of the Yakushima forests. Along the way, you'll be able to marvel at the legendary cedar trees that have graced this island for over 2,000 years, standing as magnificent testaments to time.
The sawanobori experience is a physically challenging but rewarding one. It's a great way to get a workout and to experience the natural beauty of Yakushima in a unique way.
Let's begin planning this exhilarating journey together; contact us now to secure your spot and book your unforgettable trip!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Rope
- Harness
- Helmet
- Belay and rappel devices
- Quickdraws
- Mountaineering Boots
Price details
- Accommodation is not included
Itinerary
Day 1: Sightseeing in Yakushima
Explore the enchanting island of Yakushima.
Day 2: First Day of Canyoning in Yakushima
On our first day traversing Yakushima, we will spend from 4 to 6 hours climbing and canyoning
Day 3: Second Day of Canyoning in Yakushima
During our second day exploring Yakushima, we will be engaging in canyoning for 2 to 5 hours.
Day 4: Return to Tokio
After our extensive adventure in Yakushima we will make our way back to Tokyo
Equipment you will need to bring
You will need swimsuits for this trip
FAQs
What is included in the price?
The price for this adventure includes the guiding fee, transportation throughout the trip, and group equipment.
How can I prepare for this trip?
Waterfall climbing can be physically demanding, so it's important to build your overall strength, endurance, and flexibility. Integrate activities like hiking, rock climbing, swimming, and core strengthening exercises.
When can this trip take place?
This trip is available for scheduling during the months of May, June, July, August, and September.
When and where will we meet to start the trip? Where can I stay the day before?
Fly to Yakushima from Tokyo or Osaka and meeting point is Yakushima airport before 1st day.
Here are some suggestions of places to stay in:
- The hotel Yakushima from USD250
- Yakusugiro shichifuku from USD 100
What equipment do I need to bring?
You need to bring Hiking boots, Gore-Tex wear, Waterproof-Sack, Swimwear.
What happens if we have bad weather?
If the weather is bad, or the conditions aren’t adequate to carry out the hiking safely, then you can choose an alternative hiking or change the date of your ascent. If these options don’t suit you, then you will get a partial refund minus the fees.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
What people are saying about Explore-Share
Man
Climbing with guide Guillaume was absolutely a highlight of my 2-week Europe vacation. Originally, we were planning on climbing in the Calanques, but the park was closed due to wind and fire danger. Guillaume chose another amazing location (Pic de Bretagne) based on my climbing abilities and preferences and kindly offered train station pick-up and hotel drop off, which I appreciated very much. The multi-pitch route we did was not only fun but also the right amount of challenge, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The communication from the team (Gauthier) was prompt and clear—highly recommend!
Maxine
Luis Silva was a great climbing guide and belayer! He taught me how to do moves that were difficult and encouraged me to try routes that were challenging for me! Because of his encouragement, I managed to complete these routes! I really enjoyed the climbs and completed 8 routes in the Sesimbra/Azoia area. The weather was perfect, no direct sun and cool enough to enjoy the climbs. Explore-Share made booking an outdoor climbing experience in Lisbon extremely easy. Luis, our guide, was fantastic, and the platform’s organization was flawless.
Valeriya
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Joshua
We had Léo as a guide for our day climb in Fonty. We were blessed with a knowledgeable, warm, and instructive guide. Communication with Léo and Ivan was smooth and swift. Explore-Share was excellent in arranging everything for our day climb. The communication was quick, and the platform was easy to use, making our adventure stress-free.
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