Plan introduction( Snorkeling around Phantom Island & Free-time at Taketomi Island )
This tour plan includes landing at the most beautiful spot “Hamajima” in Yaeyama area, snorkeling in the surrounding area, and sightseeing in Taketomi Island.
Hamajima, which can be reached in 30 minutes by snorkel boat from Ishigaki Port, is like a heavenly beauty.
Taketomi Island is also a peaceful island where the traditional village atmosphere of this region still remains.
Known as “Phantom Island,” Hamashima is located in the coral-rich waters of Sekisei Lagoon, and there are many snorkeling spots around the island.
If you look into the sea through goggles, you will be greeted by colorful coral, anemones, and colorful tropical fish swimming around them.
You will wear a life jacket when entering the water, so you don’t need to be able to swim at all.
First, let’s take a look into the ocean while floating in the water.
In addition, experienced guides will give you a lecture on how to use the equipment and how to swim, so children and beginners can join the tour with confidence.
After landing on the phantom island and enjoying snorkeling, use the ferry ticket we gave you to go to Taketomi Island.
The ferry ticket can be used after the next day, so you have the flexibility to adjust it to your travel schedule.
In Taketomi Island, enjoy a relaxing time strolling around the traditional village and visiting the spectacular beach.
The specialty of Taketomi Island is sightseeing on a buffalo cart in the village.
Enjoy the typical Okinawan atmosphere as you ride on the slow-moving buffalo cart.
Estimated timetable
| Time | Details |
| 8:00/13:30 | Please come to the meeting place * Hotel pick-up service is available at each hotel. (Only in the city area of Ishigaki Island) |
| 8:30/14:00 | Depart from the Ishigaki Port to the Phantom Island. |
| 9:00/14:30 | Arrival at the Phantom Island. |
| 9:45/15:15 | After the lecture, start Snorkeling |
| 10:15/15:45 | End of Snorkeling. Back to the Ishigaki port. |
| 11:00/16:30 | After arriving at Ishigaki Port, you will be given a round-trip ferry ticket to Taketomi Island and dismissed. You can take the ferry of your favorite time to Taketomi Island (about 15 minutes ferry ride). * Please note that Drop-off service from Ishigaki Port to your hotel is not available for this tour. * If you join the tour held in the afternoon, you can use the ferry ticket at any time after the next day. |
Course Summary
| Tour Price (Tax included) |
Adult (12+) : 9,800 yen Child (3-11) : 9,800 yen |
| Included in price | Guide fee, Rental fee (life jackets, marine shoes, Snorkel equipment, Wetsuits for winter), Round-trip ferry ticket from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi Island, 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) |
| What to wear on tour | Swimsuit, Rash guard, Half pants, etc. |
| Meeting and Dismissal Locations | Please choose from the following. 1. Pick-up 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) * Dismissal is at Ishigaki Port. Drop-off service from Ishigaki Port to your hotel is not available for this tour. |
| Term | Whole Year |
| Time | 8:00-,13:30- ( More than 3 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 Area
The pick-up 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. The round-trip ferry ticket to Taketomi Island will be provided at the time of the Tour. If you participate in the afternoon tour, you can use the ferry ticket at any time after the next day.
9. For safety reasons, we do not allow people who meet these conditions to participate in our tours. Please be sure to check.
