If you want to observe amphibians and reptiles in Okinawa, Yambaru Discovery Forest is the best place. The trails at Yambaru Discovery Forest can only be accessed at night with a guide. Let the experienced guide Wanyu take you to observe various creatures along the trail. Even if you are not staying at Yambaru Discovery Forest, you can still join the tour. The tour lasts about 2 hours and visits 2 different environments around Yambaru Discovery Forest to observe different species. The trail is easy to walk, making it suitable for children and elderly people as well.
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Fees
- High school students and above: 5,000 JPY / person
- Junior high and elementary school students: 3,500 JPY / person
- Preschool children: Free
- The fee includes the entrance fee.
Time
- 19:00: Meeting at Yona Parking lot
- 19:25: Meeting at Yambaru Discovery Forest
- 19:30-21:30: Observation time
Number of Participants
- 2-10 people
Things to Bring
- Flashlight
- Mosquito repellent or long-sleeved clothing
- Sneakers or rain boots
- Drinking water
Registration and Payment
- Please contact via FB / Line / WhatsApp or fill out the Google Form
- Cash payment on-site / online credit card payment (please notify in advance if a receipt is required)
Important Notes
- We have a special agreement with Yambaru Discovery Forest for entry outside of operating hours. Please do not enter the trails during off-hours unless participating in this tour.
- The tour fee includes the usage fee for Yambaru Discovery Forest Trail.
- If you directly book a Night Hike with Yambaru Discovery Forest, it is not part of this tour. Their Night Hike lasts 1.5 hours and usually only visits one location.
- If you need to borrow a flashlight or rain boots, please contact us in advance and specify your shoe size (cm).
- In case of light rain (under 3mm) and if the rain is expected to ease, the tour will proceed as scheduled. If a typhoon, heavy rain, or cold front is forecast, the activity will be canceled. Please bring rain gear on rainy days.
- We cannot guarantee the sighting of specific species.
Meeting Points
- For guests staying in the western area of Kunigami Village: Meet at the parking lot next to Yona parking lot at 19:00. The guide will drive to the location to minimize the risk of roadkill.
- For guests staying in the eastern area of Kunigami Village: Meet directly at Yambaru Discovery Forest at 19:25.