【Amami Private English Guide Tours】By AmamiNature Guide | 奄美ネイチャーガイド

For inquiries about booking English tours or if you do not understand Japanese, please contact us via WhatsApp here. Regular tours are conducted in Japanese only, and participation in Japanese-language tours is strictly prohibited for those who do not understand the safety instructions. For English tour inquiries, consultations, local guides for cruise guests in Amami, or estimates for travel agents, please reach out to us here.

At Amami Nature Guide, we offer professional outdoor experiences for foreign guests visiting Amami Oshima, including tours of the Kinsakubaru Virgin Forest, snorkeling, and mangrove canoeing. We also provide English-guided tours for traditional crafts like Oshima Tsumugi and cultural experiences, leveraging years of expertise.

【About Your English Tour Guide: MASUTO TAKESHIMA】

Welcome to the ultimate adventure on Amami Oshima! I’m Masuto Takeshima, the head of Amami Nature Guide. With 14 years as a seasoned Nature Guide and 5 years as a certified Local Interpreter Guide in Amami, I’m passionate about sharing the beauty of this island.

My love for surfing, free-diving, and mountain climbing has taken me across 25 countries, exploring the wonders of our world. Now, I’m here to guide you on a private, safe, and thrilling adventure in Amami Oshima. Whether you’re looking for our standard activity tours or a fully customized experience, I’m dedicated to making your journey unforgettable.

With a background in producing Japanese SAMURAI films and 15 years of guiding in Amami, I guarantee an extraordinary Japanese and Amami travel experience filled with incredible memories and lasting friendships.

I can’t wait to meet fellow nature lovers and Earth enthusiasts!

With love, MASUTO

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【Amami Nature Guide English Tour Highlight Video】

・Sea Turtle Snorkeling

・Kinsakubaru Virgin Forest Walk

・Cruise Ship Guest Sightseeing　Ayamaru Cape & Heart Rock

・Mangrove Canoeing & Modama WatterFalls

・Northern Scenic Tour

・Oshima Tsumugi Village & Museum

Highly recommended: Full-day customizable tours to match your preferences!

＜English Private Tour Menu＞

“Private bookings are available for groups of 3 or more.
For 2 persons, the fee will be the same as for 3 persons.
Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more, or for travel agencies. Please inquire.”

①Private Activity Tours　１Day Adventure Tours

2 Activities /AM10:00〜PM17:00

1 person: 30,000 yen, including pick-up and drop-off. Free for Kasari and Tatsugo, extra charge for Naze. Traditional Amami Keihan lunch included.

②Private Activity Tours　Half Day Adventure Tours

1 Activities /AM10:00〜12:00/PM 14:30~17:00

1 person15,000yen, Not including pick-up and drop-off

③VIP Customized Tour　１DAY　Customizable Tours For Our Guests

“Customers arriving by cruise ship to Amami, group tours, and VIP guest tours are all warmly welcomed. Leave it to us!
For specific schedules, activities, and groups of 10 or more, please consult us for discounts and arrangements.”

During the tour, visit 2-3 sightseeing spots or cultural facilities with driving and interpreting guide provided./AM10:00〜PM17:00

1 person: 32,000 yen, including pick-up and drop-off. Free for Kasari and　Tatsugo, extra charge for Naze. Traditional Amami Keihan lunch included.

For this tour, please consult us by Email or What,s App about your desired visit locations and activities before submitting a booking request.

At Amami Nature Guide, while our primary focus is on providing professional outdoor experiences for our foreign guests visiting Amami Oshima, we also offer guided tours in English for traditional crafts like Oshima Tsumugi and cultural arts experiences, drawing on years of expertise. Feel free to consult with us for your needs.
I will do my best, but as a nature guide, I Try explaining cultural arts, academic terms, or plant descriptions. Please understand and apply accordingly.

【CONTACT　US】Both individuals and travel agents are welcome.

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【OUR SPECIAL ACTIVITIES】You Can choice Our Special Activities

＊【BEACH SNORKELING swim with Sea Turtle Tours】15000YEN

Snorkeling tour to swim with sea turtles – an almost 100% chance to swim with wild sea turtles and observe tropical fish and coral reefs. This is a safe and beginner-friendly beach snorkeling tour. Participants must be between 8 and 55 years old and free of any illnesses or disabilities. Participation is not possible for those with aquaphobia or who are unable to swim.

＊【Manglove Canueing and Beautiful Waterfall/Harf day tour】15000YEN

We will embark on a canoeing adventure through the second largest mangrove forest in Japan, located on Amami Oshima. You can enjoy breathtaking views of the national park’s special protection area. We recommend going during high tide to explore the stunning interior of the mangrove plant, called “mehirugi,” and take commemorative photos. During low tide, you can land on the tidal flats to observe many creatures such as crabs and birds.We will also guide you to the world’s largest bean tree and a mystical waterfall.

＊【Kinsakubaru-Virginforest Walking,Mangrove Canueing,And nice Waterfall 1day Tour】・30000YEN

This is a year-round recommended tour of the primeval forests. The Kinzakura primeval forest and the mangrove primeval forest are the two major protected areas representing Amami. In the Kinzakura primeval forest, only certified guides can enter and explore the ancient natural wonders that are protected. You can observe the world’s largest fern, Hikagehego, rare wild orchids and flowers according to the season, as well as rare birds and creatures. In addition, we will embark on a canoeing adventure through the second largest mangrove forest in Japan, located in a national park’s special protection area, where you can enjoy breathtaking views. We will also guide you to the world’s largest bean tree and a mystical waterfall.

＊【Amami-BlackRabbit,Special natural monument>And Staright Night Safari-Tour】,15000YEN

This is a night jungle safari tour that focuses on observing the Amami black rabbit, a nationally designated special natural monument that only inhabits Amami, as well as many rare nocturnal birds, frogs, and rodents. On clear days, you can also enjoy a magnificent starry sky and the Milky Way. The tour includes a safe and comfortable luxury van-type 4WD vehicle with hotel pick-up and drop-off.

＊【Oshima Tsumugi Village & Museum: English-Guided Tour 】 15000YEN

Discover one of Amami Oshima’s most iconic attractions, Oshima Tsumugi Village　. Here, you can immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Amami through a guided tour of the Oshima Tsumugi production process. As you stroll through the expansive gardens, home to lush subtropical plants and diverse wildlife, you’ll witness the intricate craftsmanship involved in creating one of the world’s top three textiles. The on-site factory allows visitors to observe the entire production process of authentic Oshima Tsumugi, and you can purchase traditional crafts directly as souvenirs. At Amami Nature Guide, while our primary focus is on providing professional outdoor experiences for our foreign guests visiting Amami Oshima, we also offer guided tours in English for traditional crafts like Oshima Tsumugi and cultural arts experiences, drawing on years of expertise. Feel free to consult with us for your needs.

＊All 1day tour include Transfer or Can meet up in our Office near TOMORI-BEACH.

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