Niijima Long Weekend Island Getaway

Long weekend getaway to beautiful Niijima! Snorkeling, swimming, surfing, cycling, hiking, hot springs, camping, nightly BBQs, relaxing on the beach and more.

Niijima Long Weekend Island Getaway

Long weekend getaway to beautiful Niijima! Snorkeling, swimming, surfing, cycling, hiking, hot springs, camping, nightly BBQs, relaxing on the beach and more.
Niijima Long Weekend Island Getaway

Niijima Long Weekend Island Getaway

Overview

Niijima is a part of the Izu islands, located 160km from the Tokyo port. The island is famous for its sandy white beaches and turquoise waters which are ideal for surfing, snorkeling and swimming. The Niijima campground is very picturesque, located at the base of a small mountain and surrounded by green leafy trees only a short walk from the beach. The trip includes rental cycles so we can explore the island. Lots to see and do (free hot springs, hidden beaches and lots more) or just relax on the beach.

We will be taking the large passenger ferry to and from the island, departing Friday night and returning Monday evening around 18:00. The ferry ride itself is lots of fun as we can hang out on any of the multi-level decks to enjoy the views as well as having our own reserved spaces in rooms on board. Great night light views leaving Tokyo on Friday and then incredible ocean scenery while cruising back home through the islands on Monday.

Past Niijima Trip Photos
Trip #1: Photo Album
Trip #2: Photo Album

The final day of this trip is a national holiday, giving us more fun in the sun. Lets go! 

The Plan

22:00 :
Meet at Takeshiba Terminal (near JR Hamamatsucho Station)
23:00 :
Ferry departs from Tokyo. Relax or party on the deck as the ferry cruises under the rainbow bridge and out of Tokyo bay.

7:30 (Approx) ~ 10:30 :
Arrive at Niijima. Pick up our rental bikes. Cycle to the Campground. Set up camp.
10:30 ~ 17:00 :
Fun exploring the island! Sunbaking, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving, cycling, hiking, hot springs, relaxing!
17:00 ~ late :
Dinner & group party until late at the campground

08:00 ~ 09:00 :
Breakfast at the campground
09:00 ~ 17:00 :
Fun exploring the island! Sunbaking, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving, cycling, hiking, hot springs, relaxing!
17:00 ~ late :
Dinner & group party until late at the campground

07:00 ~ 10:00 :
Breakfast at the campground. Then free time
10:45 ~ 17:40 :
Catch the ferry back to Tokyo. Great views as we cruise through the Izu Islands.