Jungle River Trek: Explore Yambaru's Waterfalls

Embark on a private jungle river trek in Yambaru and immerse yourself in an adventurous journey filled with waterfalls and lush foliage. Experience the tranquility of the Japanese forest bathing and explore the diverse species endemic to the area.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nago - Get ready for an exhilarating trek up a jungle river in Yanbaru, Okinawa. As you immerse yourself in nature, you’ll be surrounded by dense foliage, and the humidity that fills the air.
    The Yambaru region is home to a diverse range of endemic species, including the elusive Yanbaru Kuina bird and towering banyan trees. As you venture further…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Rain Jacket (when necessary)
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Buoyancy aid (on request)
  • Tea and coffee
  • Neoprene felt bottom boots (Superior wet-rock grip)
  • Small/private-group tour with a native English speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Pick-up & drop-off (Unless pre-arranged)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information

The jungle ambiance, mini waterfalls, and the opportunity to swim at the base of a breathtaking waterfall make this adventure truly unforgettable. The Yambaru region’s lush greenery and serene environment provide a unique chance to connect with nature and experience the Japanese tradition of forest bathing.
Private and customizable, this trek is suitable…

Location
888 Makiya
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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422jennah
Apr 11, 2025
Great day with Nik! - Nik was a fantastic guide and provided us with a great day. He took our requests into consideration and put together a day that made sense based on our wishes. We had a lovely river trek in the morning and visited two waterfalls. Nik thoughtfully provided light refreshments and also encouraged us to take a quick swim in the water (and even around behind the waterfall). Nike provided us with several recommendations for lunch and then we met up for kayaking in the afternoon. We were able to go up river a bit and check out the mangroves and then out to sea to a nice beach where we found loads of shells and sea glass. Nik is a relaxed professional; he is friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to spend the day with. I absolutely recommend booking an experience with him. 10/10!
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David
Apr 8, 2025
Jungle waterfall trek Okinawa - Nik was excellent. Picked me up from my hotel promptly. He was professional, friendly, polite and helpful. The jungle trek was up a river through the jungle. He provided neoprene boots in my size, 13. The water seldom got above the knee It was cool and quiet, very pleasant. Nothing strenuous. Very enjoyable There was a pool at the base of the waterfall, some people probably swam in it. It was cold water in April He dropped me off at a shopping mall at my request Everything was perfect
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George_s
Mar 28, 2025
Great tour - Fabulous tour with Nik. He is informed and flexible (when we told him we wanted a vegetarian lunch, he quickly pivoted). Did the river tour and kayaking and highly recommend. Rare to find an English speaking guide in Okinawa, but Nik is the one I would call again!
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Passenger246985
Mar 23, 2025
Kayak and Jungle Trek - Nik was a great guide! I highly recommend! It was a nice way to see more of the island. Active day but not too strenuous. Anyone can enjoy this trip.
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817caitline
Mar 21, 2025
An amazing jungle trek!! - Honestly myself and my partner had the best time! Nik was a 10/10 guide, very insightful and pushed us within our abilities! My partners words half way in “this is the highlight of our Japan trip” We truly had the best day and would highly recommend anyone adding this to their Okinawa itinerary - Nik can cater to all abilities so don’t be shy to give it a go!
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Kathleen_l
Mar 18, 2025
Awesome trek in Okinawa! - Nik is a kind and thoughtful guide. His communication is excellent and the trek is outstanding. We hiked to two beautiful waterfalls. Nik is sure footed and very helpful in the climb! He provided neoprene booties to forge the water and provided a lovely snack at our summit. 10/10 I highly recommend!
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Crystal_m
Dec 24, 2024
Moderate exercise, great view, knjowledgeable guide, and took care of us! - I went with my family, who were visiting from the US. My son did not want to do it but had a great time. We all took radiant pictures at the waterfall and were given tools to help keep us dry. This was a great activity right before Xmas,
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Escape63142628164
Nov 27, 2024
Great outdoor activity - Had a fantastic day out with Nik trekking the jungle river followed by kayaking. You trek along the river (water shoe provided), hike up to a waterfall or two (if you are more adventurous). This is followed by lunch and then Kayaking and exploring the mangroves. Nik is so friendly and professional. This is a must-do when visiting Okinawa!!
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Newtsalive
Oct 29, 2024
A definite 5 star tour - Nik was great at communicating before the day to make sure we got the best from our time here. The jungle trek was a lot of fun, we walked up through the river and experienced the natural beauty of the place at a gentle pace which suited us. At the waterfall you could swim or sit and watch, the fresh water was lovely on your skin, and swimming through the falls was memorable. Afterwards we stopped for a lunch at a chic cafe that was tucked away off the beaten track, and then Nik dropped us off at the Aquarium for the afternoon. I would highly recommend Nik’s tours. He can adapt them to suit your age/ability and he was very supportive. Having a fluent English speaking guide was very helpful, not just for negotiating the river, but also for learning a little more about life in this corner of Japan. A definite 5 star tour 👍
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Josay
Sep 10, 2024
Best outdoor experience Okinawa - The guide was so nice! He brought snacks and tea. Was knowledgeable about the wildlife. Really friendly and easy to get along with/talk too. I couldn’t recommend this more, it’s a must! Such a great experience!
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From $45
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).