Scenic Setouchi Sea Kayaking Tour: Mukaishima & Innoshima Route

8 hours Private tour

Scenic Setouchi Sea Kayaking Tour: Mukaishima & Innoshima Route, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

【Outline】

Experience the beautiful islands and mild climate of the Seto Inland Sea up close on a sea kayak! Based in the Mukaishima and Innoshima area, which offers easy access from Onomichi, our expert guide will select the best route for the day based on the weather and tide conditions. This tour allows you to fully enjoy the nature-rich Seto Inland Sea safely and securely.

【Highlights】

・The Best Route Tailored to the Day’s Weather and Wind! Because we work with nature, our guide will coordinate the safest and most scenic course available on the day of your tour.

・Thrilling Experiences: Paddle right under the massive Innoshima Bridge and land on a "phantom beach"! Immerse yourself in the charm of an area rich in history and culture.

・Delicious Lunch & Photo Gifts Included! High-quality photos captured by your guide during the tour will be shared with you digitally afterward.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Attractive JAPAN

Ages: Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide fee
Included: Experience fee
Included: Rental fee of all kayak equipment
Included: Lunch
Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Transportation costs to the meeting location
Not included: Drinks during the sea kayak tour

Itinerary

Onomichi Ekimae Hiroba

30 min

[08:00] Meetup, Briefing & Instruction

We will meet at the designated location to explain the day's route, basic paddling techniques, and safety instructions. Don't worry—we fully support beginners!
Mukaishima

4 hours

[08:30] Sea Kayaking (Morning Session) Starts

It’s finally time to paddle out into the calm sea! Explore the beautiful islands around Mukaishima and Innoshima, and enjoy the breathtaking views of Setouchi that can only be seen from the water. If the timing is right, we will paddle under the magnificent Innoshima Bridge and aim to land on "Hoshinosu," a phantom beach that only appears at low tide.
Innoshima Bridge

Passing by

[12:30] Island Landing & Lunch Time

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a guide-recommended spot tailored to the day's route and weather. (Note: The lunch cost is included in the tour price.)
Setouchi

2 hours

[13:30] Sea Kayaking (Afternoon Session) Starts

After filling our bellies, we’ll hop back into the kayaks. Feel the refreshing afternoon sea breeze as we paddle toward more highlights and scenic spots.
Onomichi Ekimae Hiroba

30 min

[15:30] Return to Meetup Location, Pack Up & Photo Transfer

After arriving safely back, we will change clothes and pack up. We will hand over the digital photos taken by the guide during the tour.

[16:00] Tour Ends

Note: The times listed above are approximate. The guide will flexibly adjust the route and schedule with a "safety-first" mindset, depending on the weather, tide conditions, and the physical fitness of the participants.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

・From Hiroshima station by shinkansen and train: around 1 hour

・From Shin-Osaka station by shinkansen and train: a little bit less than 2 hours

End point

・From Hiroshima station by shinkansen and train: around 1 hour

・From Shin-Osaka station by shinkansen and train: a little bit less than 2 hours

Using your ticket

1. Language support：Japanese, English (The guide's English is not fluent.)

　・Important information will be shared in advance via message.

　・AI translation will be used on-site to respond to your needs.

2. If your foot size is over 30 cm, please bring shoes or sandals that you do not mind getting wet.

3. Contact on the day (MURAKAMI Suigun-shokai)

Phone: +81-90-8718-4141

E-mail: [email protected]

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Participation requirements : 3 years of age and over
Language support：Japanese, English (The guide's English is not fluent.)
We offer kayak shoes for rental; please provide your shoe size when making a reservation.
Paddle jackets are available for rental (Limited quantities available).
The tour may be canceled depending on the weather on the day. In such cases, the assigned guide will contact customers by 6:00 PM on the previous day. A full refund will only be provided if the organizer determines a cancellation in advance (the tour will proceed in light rain).
Even if a decision to proceed with the tour has been made, sudden weather changes on the day may lead to a safety-first decision to cancel.
Please take care of waterproof measures for your smartphone on your own.
Please be aware that the natural conditions such as weather, sea conditions, tides on the day of the event, and the level and health of participants may lead to changes in the course.
The end time may vary depending on the situation.
In the case of a jointly held tour with other participants, if you are late due to your circumstances, there is a possibility of departure without waiting. In such cases, please note that a 100% cancellation fee will be applied as a same-day cancellation. (Please contact us in advance if you anticipate being late.)