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4-DAY AMAMI ADVENTURE

OCEAN TO RIVER

Step into the full spectrum of Amami Oshima’s natural and cultural wonders on this exclusive 4-day private adventure. From pristine beaches and hidden lagoons to lush rainforests and mangrove channels, experience island life, traditional crafts, and centuries-old village culture.

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Paddle, snorkel, kayak, and explore on foot through remote landscapes while savoring locally sourced cuisine and connecting with the people and wildlife that make Amami truly unique.

Quick Highlights

  • Paddle through turquoise waters and mangrove channels

  • Snorkel among coral reefs and sea turtles

  • Explore jungle trails to waterfalls, caves, and endemic wildlife​

  • Savor river-to-table Tanga shrimp at a century-old kominka café

  • Enjoy island dinner with live Shima-Uta music

  • Savor authentic island cuisine and locally crafted shōchū

  • Encounter rare Amami wildlife on night adventures

  • Meet local producers at markets, farms, and artisan workshops

Your Guide
Your 3-day journey is led by Matt Pride, a licensed and certified eco-tour guide with over 25 years of experience in Japan. 

Learn more about Matt →

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— Day 1 —
Arrival & Beach Welcome

Arrive in Amami and meet your private guide, then take a scenic coastal drive with a relaxed café stop to discuss the journey ahead before checking in.

 

Spend the afternoon relaxing, swimming, or paddling on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) directly from your beachside villa, and end the day with a sunset Italian dinner prepared with fresh, local ingredients, overlooking the beach.

— Day 2 —
Sea, Village 

Snorkel with sea turtles or try traditional Oshima Tsumugi silk mud-dyeing, making your own keepsake with local artisans.

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Enjoy a beachside lunch, then drive to Uken Village and check in at your handcrafted log cottages.

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Explore the local market, savor island-raised pork shabu-shabu for dinner, and catch river shrimp the traditional Tanga way on a guided night adventure.

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— Day 3 —
Rainforest & Village culture

Travel through coastal and mountain scenery to the mangroves, kayaking quiet waterways rich with birdlife, crabs, and mudskippers. Lunch at a traditional kominka café in a mangrove village, then continue to Uken Village.

 

Settle into handcrafted log cottages and explore the harbor and market before enjoying island-raised pork shabu-shabu for dinner. After dark, catch river shrimp the traditional Tanga way on a night adventure.

— Day 4 —
Jungle & River Adventures

Choose your final adventure: trek through lush forest to Amami’s highest peak, discovering rare wildlife and panoramic island views, or venture to a hidden lagoon to relax by its calm waters and encounter Amami wildlife before ending at a secluded waterfall.

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Enjoy  a final traditional Amami Keihan lunch—an iconic island dish—before your private transfer to Amami Airport.

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Option B: Forest & Wildlife

  • Explore the Amami Nature Forest, looking for unique wildlife and birdlife along easy forest paths.

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Option A: Vanilla Farm

  • Tour a local vanilla farm and learn how Japanese vanilla is grown on Amami, with a vanilla lunch.

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Option B: Ancient Amami

  • Visit Cape Ayamaru and the Ushuku archaeological site, offering a glimpse of ancient coastal life.

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​​Option A: Vanilla Farm

  • Tour a local vanilla farm and learn how Japanese vanilla is grown on Amami, with a vanilla lunch.

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Option B: Ancient Amami

  • Visit Cape Ayamaru and the Ushuku archaeological site, offering a glimpse of ancient coastal life.

 

  • Option C: Sea Turtle Snorkeling

  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs among tropical fish and sea turtles.

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Option A: Forest & Wildlife

  • Explore the Amami Nature Forest, looking for unique wildlife and birdlife along easy forest paths.

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Option A: Oshima Tsumugi & Mud-Dyeing

  • Discover Amami Oshima Tsumugi, a 1,300-year-old silk tradition used to create fine kimono textiles, followed by hands-on mud-dyeing.

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Option B: Brown Sugar Shochu

  • Tour a local distillery, see how Amami's unique brown sugar shōchū is crafted, and enjoy a tasting.

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Included​

  • 1 night accommodation Blue Light Amami - Oceanfront Retreat

  • 2 nights in Yakeuchi no Yado log cottages

  • 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners (Meal types can be changed upon request)

  • Guided activities and all equipment

  • Private transport including airport transfers

Recommended Gear

  • Comfortable walking shoes, outdoor clothing, swimwear for SUP & snorkeling, hat, and sunscreen (rainwear provided if needed)

Difficulty / Physical

  • SUP & Snorkel: Difficulty: Novice — No SUP experience is necessary. Physical: Easy

  • Hiking / eBike Trails: Difficulty: Novice — Easy terrain. Note: Private tours include the option to reach trailheads by eBike, then walk or hike the trails at a comfortable pace

Accommodation ​​​​​

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*Other accommodation options are available depending on your preferences and availability, including private villas, beachside retreats and traditional guesthouses.

​Enquiries & Planning 

  • Please feel free to get in touch with Matt to plan your private Amami journey. I’m happy to chat by phone, email, or Google Meet to tailor a trip to your interests.

  • This itinerary is flexible and can be adapted to weather, interests, and seasonal highlights.

料金について

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レンタカー利用

  • 1名様　¥270,000～

  • 2名様　¥330,000～

  • 3名様　¥400,000～

  • 4名様　¥460,000～

  • 5名様　¥510,000～

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専用車・送迎付き

  • 1名様　¥320,000～

  • 2名様　¥380,000～

  • 3名様　¥450,000～

  • 4名様　¥520,000～

  • 5名様　¥580,000～

Pricing​

  • Rental Car Option
    1 guest — ¥270,000~
    2 guests — ¥330,000~
    3 guests — ¥400,000~
    4 guests — ¥460,000~
    5 guests — ¥510,000~

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  • Private Vehicle & Transfers
    1 guest — ¥320,000~
    2 guests — ¥380,000~
    3 guests — ¥450,000~
    4 guests — ¥520,000~
    5 guests — ¥580,000~

​Travel contract: Genki no Deru Kosha Travel (Kagoshima Governor Registered Travel Agency, Regional No. 302)
〒894-3301 2926-4 Yuwan, Uken Village, Oshima District, Kagoshima

旅行契約：元気の出る公社旅行（鹿児島県知事登録旅行業 地域－302号）　　　　　

〒894-3301 鹿児島県大島郡宇検村湯湾2926-4

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