- Features of this plan
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Manta rays are the most popular fish in the sea of Ishigaki Island.
Limited time only! Popular Manta Ray Snorkeling Tour
During the winter, you can see manta rays rising to just above the surface to feed on the plankton that accumulates on the water's surface.
Therefore, the encounter rate of manta rays in the sea of Ishigaki Island isAverage 90% or higher☆ Experience the powerful manta ray snorkeling.
RecommendationsThe top encounter rate on Ishigaki Island
Beginners are welcome☆Guides will support you carefully.
Free photo data during the tour
Free rental of all equipmentPoints of interest are mainly Kuroshima area and Aragusuku (Panari) Island area!
The manta encounter rate is one of the highest in Ishigaki Island!
Experienced guides provide attentive support ◎We offer tours with full support so that those who are not comfortable in the ocean or who are anxious about swimming can experience it with peace of mind!
We will also give you a lecture on how to approach the manta rays so that you can swim close to them without stressing them out☆.
Let us help you turn your nervousness into fun and excitement and guide you to the best sea.
We are confident in the hospitality of our staff on board and their professionalism at sea.
- Reference Schedule
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Contents 8:30 Vessel Hoteland accompany them in the back of a car driven by a staff member.Hamasaki MarinaWe will take you to the following location. (Free P parking available)
*On arrival at the port, you will change into a wetsuit and depart.
*Please come with your swimsuit on under your clothes by the meeting time.9:00 Wetsuit sizing
➡︎We will check your physical condition, fill out the application form, and explain about the boat and the day's flow. We will also introduce you to the staff who will be with you on the day, and finally we will set sail from Hamasaki Marina!9:30 Finally, we went to Manta Point!
After arriving at the ➡︎ point, we will receive a lecture and try snorkeling!
Lectures will be given in a clear and simple manner.12:00 Point transfer - lunch time
➡︎The location of the lunch will depend on the sea conditions of the day. (See(We change the location depending on the sea conditions, such as going back to Ishigaki Island once when it is a bit rocky.)13:00 snorkeling
Snorkeling with ➡︎ staff.
At the point, sea turtles, manta rays, and other large fish can be seen with high probability!15:30 Return to port - Dismissal
Return to ➡︎ port.We have a shower on board so we can easily drop the tide.*The above is a guide only.
- Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (10 years of age or older):18,000yen
Boarding only (3 years old and up) : : (1) 3,000yen
*You can board the ship together with those who are participating in the tour.Fee includes Includes boarding fee, all necessary equipment, packed lunch, drinks, insurance, wetsuit and life jacket. Optional Charges ◆Underwater camera rental (amphibious): 5,000 yen per unit (with SD) personal effects Swimsuit (worn beforehand), bath towel, sandals, sun protection,Rash guard to wear on top, T-shirt, anti-drunkenness, etc.
*You are welcome to bring your own underwater camera or GoPro, but you are responsible for any loss or damage.Meeting and Dismissal Location Vessel Hotel (Google Mapto see)
1-2-7 Hamazaki-cho, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0013, JapanLocation Kuroshima area, Aragusuku (Panari) Island area, the sea around Ishigaki Island Holding period year round Opening Hours 8:30-15:30 Age Range 10-59 years old Number of possible reservations 1 person ~ cofferdam By 18:00 the day before *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*The day before the tour, the guide will contact you by phone or short email with the exact reservation details (meeting time and place).
Special note 》
*Courses and points may be subject to change depending on sea conditions on the day of the tour.
*Photographs taken on the day of the event may be used on blogs and social networking sites.The underwater photo gift is a service only for those who understand this.Please contact us in advance if you do not need to be photographed.
*In winter, there are many days when the sea is rough and it may be difficult to take you to the scheduled points. In such cases, tours may be held at other points.
*Manta rays are natural creatures, so some days you will see them and some days you will not.
*When manta rays are encountered, snorkel to view them. In order to reduce stress as much as possible, no bare diving or chasing with a snorkel is allowed at manta-ray sites.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the difference between the two?Is it possible to participate in a day trip from remote islands (Kohama Island, Iriomote Island, Taketomi Island, Kuroshima, Hatoma Island, Hateruma Island)?
It is possible. However, please let us know at the time of reservation if you are coming from the area concerned.
Also, please be sure to inform us of the time you will be crossing to the islands after the end of the tour.Q. What is the difference between the two?Is there a place to change clothes?If you wish to change all of your clothes, you may do so in the ship's washroom.
Those who are being picked up and dropped off can leave their bathing suits on, but those who come by rental car are asked to use the restrooms on the ship, as it is better to keep the car as dry as possible.Q. What is the difference between the two?Is there a place to leave my luggage?There are no lockers, but there are boxes on the ship to store your luggage. However, the size of the boxes is limited, so please bring only the bare necessities such as towels, sunscreen, anti-sickness medicine, and valuables.
Carry-on bags and other items can be left in the car.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Where do you eat lunch?It depends on the conditions of the day. If there is any turbulence, we will return to the port for lunch.
If the conditions are safe for lunch, we will have lunch on the boat while viewing the beautiful sea of Ishigaki Island.Q. What is the difference between the two?Are there showers on site?There is a simple shower provided on the ship. In winter, hot water is available.
However, the amount is limited, so it will only be a light drop of seawater.If you have checked out of your hotel or are flying in and want to clean off the seawater, our staff will guide you to a hotel where you can use the showers, so please feel free to ask.
Q. What is the difference between the two?I have poor eyesight, can I still do it?Masks with glasses are also available.
However, contact lenses are recommended if you have contact lenses, as they may not match your eyesight. There have been no cases of contact lenses being lost while underwater! We have not had any cases of contact lenses being lost underwater, but disposable contact lenses are recommended. - word of mouth
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Percentage of review submissions]Total 8 items540代Month of posting: 2024/02It was a great experience to see the ideal beautiful ocean and to encounter manta rays and sea turtles, which I had hoped to see.
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530代Month of posting: 2024/02It was my dream to swim with manta rays in Ishigaki Island, the holy land of manta ray points. Thank you very much ( ;) )
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530代Month of posting: 2024/02The weather was great and I was happy to see the manta rays!
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520代Month of posting: 2024/01I was a little nervous because it had been a while since I had been in the ocean, but the staff provided careful support and made me feel at ease snorkeling. I was really happy that manta rays came safely. If you come to Ishigaki Island in winter, I really recommend participating. You can never experience this in the mainland lol.
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520代Month of posting: 2024/01We had a dreamy time seeing sea turtles and manta rays. Highly recommended!
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520代Month of posting: 2024/01It's amazing! 10-20 is normal!!! I'm impressed!
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530代Month of posting: 2023/12I will never forget the rare sight of manta rays feeding on the surface of the water. It was very impressive. Thank you very much!
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Adults (10 years of age or older):18,000yen Boarding only: 3,000 yen |
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| time zone | 8:30~15:30 |
| the time required | Approx. 7 hours |
| Holding period | year round |
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