Plan introduction( Glass-bottom boat in Kabira Bay & Snorkeling around Phantom Island )
This tour plan includes landing at the most beautiful spot “Hamajima” in Yaeyama area, snorkeling in the surrounding waters, and Kabira Bay’s famous glass-bottom boat cruise.
Hamajima, which can be reached in 30 minutes by snorkel boat from Ishigaki Port, is like a heavenly beauty.
Kabira Bay is also a very popular scenic spot that has been listed in the Michelin Guide.
Known as “Phantom Island”, Hamajima is located in the coral-rich waters of Sekisei Lagoon, and is home to countless snorkeling spots.
Put on a pair of goggles and take a look under the sea, and you will be greeted by colorful coral, anemones, and colorful tropical fish swimming around them.
The tour is available even for those who cannot swim at all, as life jackets are worn while entering the water.
You can easily enjoy the tour just by floating around and looking into the water.
In addition, experienced guides will give you lectures on how to use equipment and how to swim, so children and beginners are welcome.
After lunch break, we will take you to Kabira Bay where you can see the most spectacular view of Ishigaki Island.
Since swimming is prohibited in Kabira Bay, the glass-bottom boat is very popular to see the beautiful underwater world.
The glass-bottom boat ticket is included in the price of this tour, so you can enjoy the cruise at no extra charge.
Glass-bottom boat cruising offer a comfortable way to see the underwater world.
Kabira Bay is home to high-quality coral, numerous fish, and sea turtles.
Please enjoy the rich ocean that Ishigaki Island boasts to the world.
Estimated timetable
| Time | Details |
| 8:00 | Please come to the meeting place * Hotel pick-up service is available at each hotel. (Only in the city area of Ishigaki Island) |
| 8:30 | Depart from the Ishigaki Port to the Phantom Island. |
| 9:00 | Arrival at the Phantom Island. |
| 9:45 | After the lecture, start Snorkeling |
| 10:15 | End of Snorkeling. Back to the Ishigaki port. |
| 11:00 | Lunch break after arriving at Ishigaki Port. Please have lunch on your own. (Lunch fee is not included in the price.) |
| 13:30 | Meet again at Ishigaki Port. Depart for Kabira Bay. |
| 14:00 | Arrival at Kabira Bay. Start glass-bottom boat cruise. |
| 15:30 | Glass-bottom boat cruising and strolling ends. |
| 16:00 | End of the tour * If you request a drop-off service, we will take you to your hotel. (Only in the city area of Ishigaki Island) |
Course Summary
| Tour Price (Tax included) |
Adult (12+) : 12,000 yen Child (3-11) : 12,000 yen |
| Included in price | Guide fee, Rental fee (life jackets, marine shoes, Snorkel equipment, Wetsuits for winter), Grass-bottom boat ticket, Fee for using shower room(hot water), Photo data taken on the tour, Insurance, Taxes |
| What to bring | Towel, Drink, Sunscreen, Change of clothes (if you need), Money for lunch |
| What to wear on tour | Swimsuit, Rash guard, Half pants, etc. |
| Meeting and Dismissal Locations | Please choose from the following. 1. Pick-up and drop-off at each hotel in Ishigaki Island (Only in the city area) * East side to ANA Intercontinental Hotel and west side to Fusaki Resort Hotel. * Hotel pick-up service is only available for reservations made before 5:00 p.m. on the day before the tour. Please note that those who book after that time will meet at Ishigaki Port. 2. In front of “Escort Ishigaki” at Ishigaki Port Terminal Misaki-cho-1, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0012, Japan (Google Map) |
| Term | Whole Year |
| Time | 8:00-16:00 ( 8 hours) |
| Time of meeting | Our guide will inform you of the meeting time the day before the tour. |
| Age restrictions | 3-59 years old |
| Max. capacity of the tour | 30 people (Minimum 4 people) |
| Reservation deadline | By 8:00 p.m. the day before the tour |
How to contact us after booking a tour
Our guide will contact you by phone (or e-mail) the evening of the day before the tour to inform you of the tour details.
For single person
The minimum number of participants for this plan is 4.
If there are no other participants, the tour will be cancelled free of charge.
We will inform you if the tour will be held or not the day before the tour.
Pick-up and Drop-off Area
The pick-up and drop-off area is only in the city area.
* East side to ANA Intercontinental Hotel and west side to Fusaki Resort Hotel.
Cancellation and Change of Reservation
The following cancellation fees will apply if you wish to cancel your reservation.
1. By 8 days before the tour : Free of charge
2. By 7 to 2 days before the tour : 2,000 yen for one group
3. After the day before 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. Meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season and field conditions on the day of the tour.
Our guide will inform you of the meeting place and time on the day before the tour.
2. The tour will be held even if it rains, as long as safety is ensured.
3. Please change into clothes that you do not mind getting wet before the tour.
4. Please use the restroom before the tour. There are no restrooms near the tour field.
5. Please contact our guide in advance if you are going to be late.
6. Hot showers are available around Ishigaki Port Terminal. If you would like to use it, please ask our guide at the tour.
7. Hotel pick-up service is only available for reservations made before 5:00 p.m. on the day before the tour. Please note that those who book after that time will meet at Ishigaki Port.
8. For safety reasons, we do not allow people who meet these conditions to participate in our tours. Please be sure to check.
