Yakushima is full of attractions for a solo trip! We also introduce tours that allow you to fully enjoy the charms of Yakushima.
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Recommended for first time visitors!
Introducing the attraction of traveling alone in Yakushima.
Yakushima Island, a World Natural Heritage site, is full of spectacular natural scenery. A solo trip to Yakushima is a great way to experience the beauty of the island.Recommended to take the time to enjoy the great outdoors!
In this issue, we will introduce the charms of traveling alone in Yakushima. Please take a look at it as a reference for your trip.
How to get to Yakushima Island
If you are heading to YakushimaTwo ways of access by air and seaThere are
Go to Kagoshima from various locations and from there to Yakushima.
*Because it is a propeller-driven aircraft with a small number of seats, early reservations are recommended.
◆High-speed boat: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to 2 hours and 45 minutes from Kagoshima Main Port South Pier.
◆Ferry: 4 hours from Kagoshima Main Port Minami Wharf
Choose the one that best suits your length of stay and budget!
What is the attraction of a solo trip to Yakushima?
In order to accommodate the large number of tourists coming from home and abroad, there are a large number of tour guides.You can enjoy your trip alone without worries.
Yakushima is also safe in terms of public safety, so women can enjoy drinking and eating alone at night.
Here we will explain in detail the appeal of traveling alone on Yakushima Island!
(1) Many tours can be joined by one person.
In Yakushima, there are many tours that can be joined by one person, so you are sure to find a tour that suits you!
You will have a wonderful experience unique to Yakushima that you cannot have by yourself♪
Since you are going to Yakushima, we recommend that you join a tour.
Participation from 1 person is OK!
Click here for a list of recommended tours.
(2) Flexible schedule changes
The good thing about traveling alone is that you can be as flexible as you wish.
You can go where you want to go and when you want to go.You can act without hesitation♪
(3) One person can easily stay at the hotel.Many private residences
In Yakushima, there are many accommodations such as minshuku and guesthouses that are less expensive than hotels and can be easily used by solo travelers!
The close proximity between users makes it easy to interact with other guests, which is another thing to look forward to...â
4) Enjoy meeting people at the destination.
When traveling alone, it is not uncommon to talk with fellow solo travelers and locals!
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What is the budget for a solo trip to Yakushima?
To enjoy Yakushima, we recommend at least 3 days and 2 nights of travel!
If you visit from Tokyo for 2 nights and 3 days, the cost of transportation, accommodation, and tour participation will also be included.About 100,000 yen is required.I am sure you will.
It varies greatly depending on the hotel and tour you book, so please plan the tour that best suits your needs... ♪
Take a tour!
Recommended tours for solo travelers in Yakushima
There are many tours in Yakushima that can be joined by solo travelers.
Join the tour and enjoy the nature of Yakushima to the fullest!
trekking tour
The purpose of the trekking is toEnjoy walking in the mountainsThe place called!
In Yakushima, the classic sightseeing spots "Jomon Cedars" and "Shiratani Unsuikyo" are both not to be missed.
You can choose the course that best suits your fitness and schedule!
↓Click here for recommended trekking tours.
↓Learn more about ↓Trekking
SUP
SUP stands for "stand-up paddleboarding," a popular marine activity in which paddlers paddle through the water.
Although it is easy to think that going forward on a board may seem difficult, even beginners can enjoy it.
The large, thick SUP boards are highly buoyant and their stability is excellent.
Even for beginners, standing on a board on the water is not that difficult!
↓Click here for recommended SUP tours.
↓Learn more about ↓SUP
canoe
Canoeing is for men and women of all ages.Anyone can experience it.This is a very popular activity.
Canoes are more stable than they look, and even beginners can easily enjoy them! There is almost no risk of capsizing, even for first-timers.
↓Click here for recommended canoe tours.
↓Learn more about canoeing
snorkeling
Snorkeling is a marine activity for beginners.Challenging activitiesIt is.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of fish species, the rich topography of the seafloor, and the beautiful changes of light shining through the sea.
Snorkeling is not a problem even if you are not a good swimmer.
The appeal of snorkeling is that it can be enjoyed easily even by those who are not confident in their physical strength or the elderly!
↓Click here for recommended snorkeling tours.
↓Learn more about snorkeling
diving
You can enjoy the mysterious sea as much as you want.Diving!
Dive deep into the ocean to observe the undersea topography and get up close and personal with coral reefs and sea turtles.
↓Click here for recommended diving tours.
↓Learn more about diving
Island Sightseeing (Eco-tour)
Yakushima Island is home to many fascinating natural spots, including a World Heritage forest!
Why don't you enjoy sightseeing in the island while observing nature carefully? Experienced local guides will introduce you a lot about the nature of Yakushima♪
↓Click here for recommended sightseeing tours on the island.
↓More information about sightseeing on the island
summary
Traveling alone for the first time may make you feel uneasy. However, traveling alone allows you to take your time and enjoy the wilderness of Yakushima at your own pace,You can enjoy the charm of Yakushima to the fullest.
Why not visit Yakushima Island, which is full of nature?
↓Click here to read the article.
