21 recommendations for optional tours on Ishigaki Island!
Table of Contents
- 1 Enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island
Let's participate in activities!
- 1.1 1. Snorkeling tours
- 1.2 2. Experience Diving Tour
- 1.3 3. SUP Tour
- 1.4 4. Canoe (kayak) tours
- 1.5 5. Tour of remote islands
- 1.6 6. Marine Sports
- 1.7 7. Night Tour
- 1.8 8. Sunset Tour
- 1.9 9. Landing Tour to Phantom Island (Hamashima)
- 1.10 10. Trekking tours
- 1.11 11. Fishing tours
- 1.12 12. Taketomi Island Sightseeing Tour
- 1.13 13. sightseeing in Panari Island, the "Mysterious Island
- 1.14 14. Dolphin Tour
- 1.15 15. Ishigaki Island Yoga Experience
- 1.16 16. Ishigakijima Massage Experience
- 1.17 17. Sunrise Tour
- 1.18 18. Cruising Tour
- 1.19 19. Ishigaki Island Handmade Experience
- 1.20 20. Glass boat tour
- 1.21 21. Barasu Island Tour
- 2 Extend your legs and join an optional tour of Iriomote Island
- 3 Ferry from Ishigaki Island and Advance reservations for rental cars are recommended.
- 4 summary
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Enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island
Take part in activities!
One of the most enjoyable parts of a trip to Ishigaki Island is the various activities to enjoy the ocean and nature.
Here we introduce optional tours carefully selected by our local staff, from the standard to the recommended. We hope you will find them useful in planning your trip.
1. Snorkeling tours
Among the ranking of activities you can enjoy in Ishigaki IslandThe most popular activity is snorkeling.
Beginners and children can also enjoy themselves with the support of our guides.
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2. Experience Diving Tour
Ishigaki Island has many of the world's best diving spots!
Diving may seem like a hurdle, but there are detailed lectures on how to dive.Beginners can also participate.It is.
Another attraction of diving is the opportunity to see sea turtles, coral reefs, and tropical fish up close.
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3. SUP Tour
Popular SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) can be experienced in Ishigaki Island!
The ocean, of course,mangrove forestSUP is also popular in
At first glance, this activity may seem difficult, but more than 90% of tour participants are beginners. Please feel free to try it!
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4. Canoe (kayak) tours
On Ishigaki Island, you can enjoy canoeing (kayaking) in both the ocean and rivers.
Sea kayakers can enjoy a walk on the crystal clear waters, and the mangrove-fringed rivers offer a sense of adventure.
It is recommended that even small children can participate safely.
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5. Tour of remote islands
The remote islands of Yaeyama from Ishigaki IslandEfficient SightseeingIf you would like to visit the islands, we recommend a tour of the remote islands.
We recommend the plan that includes a ferry ticket to Iriomote Island for your convenience & savings!
Why not visit Yubu Island, which is crossed by buffalo?
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6. Marine Sports
Don't forget among the optional tours on Ishigaki Island.marine sportsOh my god!!!
The content is also a roller coaster ride.thrill rideto your child fromSomething you can enjoy at a safe speed.and a wide range of choices are available for everyone to enjoy.
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7. Night Tour
Ishigaki Island, where the stars are clearly visible due to the clean air, is a perfect island for astronomical observation.
Observe wildlife in the subtropical zone while listening to the guide's storiesNight Safari TourYou can take pictures with a starry sky in the background.photo tourThere are a variety of night tours, including the following
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8. Sunset Tour
On Ishigaki Island, tours are offered to enjoy the sunset with various activities such as cruising, canoeing, SUP and parasailing.
The best part of the tour is that you can experience the entire 360-degree view of the sky and the sea, which are dyed azure from above the sea.
We encourage you to take a tour and experience it for yourself!
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9. Landing Tour to Phantom Island (Hamashima)
Hamajima appears twice a day only when the tide is low.
This "crescent-shaped island" is often used for bridal photos and commercial shoots on location, and because it disappears when the tide risesphantom islandIt is called
You can snorkel, take photos that will look great on social media, or just relax and enjoy the ocean.
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10. Trekking tours
Not surprisingly, trekking tours are a popular choice!
Trekking may sound daunting, but there are several easy treks and popular spots on Ishigaki Island.
It is said that love will be fulfilled.Okinawa marbled rockfish (Sebastiscus marmoratus)and Ishigaki Island Edition."troll's tongue"It is very popular, for example.
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11. Fishing tours
Fishing tours are secretly popular now.
How about resort fishing while feeling the tropical breeze of Ishigaki Island?
The guides will assist you and even beginners can catch fish easily. You can also ask us to cook for you at the pub!
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12. Taketomi Island Sightseeing Tour
We also recommend a plan that includes popular activities and sightseeing on Taketomi Island.
On Taketomi Island, where the traditional red-tiled streets still remain, you can enjoy riding a buffalo, exploring by bicycle, or just relaxing and enjoying the atmosphere of the island.
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13. sightseeing in Panari Island, the "Mysterious Island
Aragusukuji Island is rich in history, where the legend of the mermaid remains.
There is no regular boat service, and it can only be reached by optional tours.
Aragusuku Island is called Panari (separated) Island because it is divided into Kamiji Island and Shimoji Island, and has the most beautiful and private beach in Yaeyama.
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14. Dolphin Tour
The tour to interact with dolphins in Ishigaki Island is very popular among children.
You can shake hands with the dolphins, feed them, and experience interactions with them that you cannot enjoy in other areas.
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15. Ishigaki Island Yoga Experience
Retreat from the bottom of your heart while having fun in the great nature of Ishigaki Island!
There are also plans to refresh your body and mind at the heart of Sunrise & Sunset and the popular SUP yoga.
Why not try a stylish and photogenic yoga experience on Ishigaki Island?
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16. Ishigakijima Massage Experience
How about a massage to relax your body after you have enjoyed Ishigaki Island to the fullest and charged with the energy of the great nature?
It will be the most luxurious time of the year.
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17. Sunrise Tour
If you come all the way to Ishigaki Island, you want to enjoy the island for a day longer!
Why not wake up a little earlier than usual and join a sunrise tour to enjoy with SUP or kayak?
With the fresh morning air, it will be the best start of your day in Ishigaki Island stay.
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18. Cruising Tour
There are a wide variety of cruising tours on Ishigaki Island, including plans to watch the sunset and starry sky, and plans to enjoy BBQ.
Children as young as 0 years old and older can participate, making it a fun event for all three generations.
It is also perfect for anniversaries such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and marriage proposals.
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Winter (Nov. to Mar.) 17:30-19:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours11,800 yen
19. Ishigaki Island Handmade Experience
Why don't you make your own souvenirs that are unique to Ishigaki Island?
It is also attractive when it is hard to go outside on a rainy day or when you have a small gap (30 minutes to 1 hour) to enjoy.
You can make accessories, coral lamps, or any other souvenir you like!
Recommended handmade experiences are here↓↓.
*Acceptable in 30-minute increments所要時間Approx. 1 to 1.5 hours6,000 yen
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20. Glass boat tour
Anyone can participate in the glass boat, from small children to the elderly, and can observe the underwater world without getting wet.
The cruise takes about 30 minutes, so it is recommended that you can enjoy it in a quick gap of time.
If you are lucky, you may even see a sea turtle! The attraction is that everyone can share in the joy of discovery.
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21. Barasu Island Tour
Barasu Island is located between Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island, near Iriomote Island.Miracle IslandIt is not on the map, which is also known asunpopulated islandIt is.
It is also a famous snorkeling and diving spot, where you can enjoy marine exploration surrounded by over 400 species of corals and abundant tropical fish.
There are tours that include a ferry ticket to Iriomote Island for a good price.
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Extend your legs and join an optional tour of Iriomote Island
Iriomote Island, the Galapagos of the Orient, also offers many attractive optional tours.
Ishigakijima-Iriomotejima Ferry" and "Iriomotejima Activities."Enjoy Iriomote Island sightseeing easily with a cheap tour (set plan) that includes the following
Rather than booking each ferry and activity separatelyeconomicalIt is.
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Ferry from Ishigaki Island and
Advance reservations for car rentals are recommended.
From Ishigaki Island to remote islandsFerry Ticketsschool (e.g. of ikebana)Buy OnlineIt is convenient and recommended to do so.
On the day of the tour, you can avoid the lines and simply show the QR code on your smartphone to board the ship!
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For sightseeing in Ishigaki IslandRental cars are convenient!We highly recommend using this service to prevent sudden weather changes and heat stroke.
During peak season, reservations tend to fill up quickly, so it is best to book early.
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summary
Ishigaki Island offers a variety of optional tours. Did you find the one that best fits your wish?
I wish you the best memories in Ishigaki Island!
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