Plan introduction ( Introductory Diving + Landing on Phantom Island )
“Phantom Island” is a must-see when you come to Kohama Island.
This is a half-day introductory diving tour around “Phantom Island”.
Hamajima, also known as “Phantom Island,” is located about 10 minutes by boat from Kohama Island, and is an island of nothing but pure white sand about 200 meters long.
It is called “Phantom Island” because the island itself disappears at high tide.
The tour begins with a landing on Hamajima, a fantastic uninhabited island.
The contrast between the blue sky, emerald green sea, and white sand of the uninhabited island is beautiful.
The waters around Hamajima are so shallow and clear that you can see tropical fish even without diving.
Here we will give an introductory diving lecture, so first-timers don’t need to worry.
After the lecture, we will dive in Sekisei lagoon, one of the best coral reef areas in Japan, located around the Phantom Island.
You will be greeted by colorful corals and aquarium-like fish such as clownfish.
This diving tour takes you to the most attractive places: colorful coral points and tropical fish points.
All necessary equipment can be rented if you join the tour, so please feel free to join us.
Estimated timetable
| Time | Details |
| 8:40 | Please come to the meeting place |
| 9:00 | Depart from Kohama Port to Phantom Island |
| 9:20 | Arrival at Phantom Island. Snorkeling & Diving Lecture. |
| 10:10 | Move to Diving point |
| 10:30 | Start Introductory Diving. (About 40 minutes for diving) |
| 11:20 | End of Introductory Diving. Back to Kohama port. |
| 11:40 | Arrival at Kohama port. End of tour. |
* It is not allowed to board a plane on the same day after diving. (To avoid decompression sickness)
Course Summary
| Tour Price (Tax included) |
Adult (12+) : 13,000 yen Child (10-11) : 11,000 yen * If you apply as a single person, an additional charge of 5,000 yen will be added as a single charge if there is no other reservation by another guest. 【Options】 Waterproof Digital Camera Rental (with SD card) : 3,000 yen ( per one camera ) |
| Included in price | Snorkeling equipment (Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Life Jacket), Diving equipment, Wetsuits (winter only), Drinks, Boarding fee, Guide fee, Tax |
| What to bring | Towel , Sandals, Drinks |
| What to wear on tour | Swimsuit (worn before the gathering), rash guard, etc. |
| Meeting and Dismissal Locations | Kohama Port (See the picture of meeting place) |
| Parking lot | Parking lot available for free |
| Term | Whole Year |
| Time | 8:40-11:40,13:30-16:30 ( About 3 hours) |
| Time of meeting | Our guide will inform you of the meeting time in the evening or night on the day before the tour. |
| Age restrictions | 10+ |
| Max. capacity of the tour | 20 people * If you apply as a single person, an additional charge of 5,000 yen will be added as a single charge if there is no other reservation by another guest. |
| Reservation deadline | By 6:00 p.m. the day before the tour |
How to contact us after booking a tour
Our guide will inform you of the details by phone or e-mail in the evening or night before the tour.
* Please call back when you receive a call.
Cancellation and Change of Reservation
The following cancellation fees will apply if you wish to cancel your reservation.
1. By 2 days before the tour : Free of charge
2. On the day before the tour : 50% of the participation fee
3. On the day of the tour : 100% of the participation fee
*No cancellation fee will be charged if you cannot join the tour due to force majeure, such as tour cancellation due to bad weather or flight cancellation.
For any changes to the tour, please get in touch with us at the e-mail address (or phone number) provided in the reservation confirmation e-mail.
Notes
1. If you are late for the meeting, you may not be able to participate.
2. Please wear a swimsuit and something over it when gathering.
3. Facilities on the ship include simple showers (water), toilets, and changing rooms (also used as restrooms).
4. You may not participate in the tour if you are under the influence of alcohol or feeling unwell. Bringing alcoholic beverages on the tour is also prohibited.
5. Those with pre-existing medical conditions or those on regular medication may not be allowed to participate.
If you have any concerns about your health condition, please indicate them in the remarks column when making your reservation.
6. It is not allowed to board a plane on the same day after diving. (To avoid decompression sickness)
