Plan introduction( Snorkeling at Phantom Island & Blue Cave )
This tour plan includes landing on ” Hamajima” and snorkeling in the surrounding area, as well as snorkeling in the Blue Cave.
Hamajima is a 30-minute snorkel boat ride from Ishigaki Port, and is like heavenly beauty.
Blue Cave is a mysterious cave facing the ocean and one of the most popular spots in Ishigaki Island.
Hamajima, also known as “Phantom Island”, is located in the coral-rich area of Sekisei lagoon.
Therefore, there are countless snorkeling spots scattered around the island.
If you put on a free snorkeling set and take a look under the sea, you will be greeted by colorful coral, anemones, and colorful tropical fish swimming around them.
Even those who cannot swim at all are welcome to join the tour, as life jackets are worn when entering the water.
Even if you can’t swim at all, you can enjoy the tour simply by looking into the water while floating.
At the beginning of the tour, an experienced guide will give you a lecture, so children and beginners are welcome.
After a lunch break, we went to the very popular Blue Cave.
Sunlight enters the tide pools near the entrance of the cave, creating a fantastic blue glow.
The Blue Cave and the surrounding waters are as good a snorkeling spot as Phantom Island.
Be amazed by the beautiful underwater world created by coral and tropical fish.
This tour visiting two major snorkeling spots around Ishigaki Island is recommended for those who love the ocean.
Let yourself be healed by the spectacular view of the ocean that you can only see in Ishigaki Island.
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 Phantom Island. |
| 9:00 | Arrival at 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 Blue Cave. |
| 14:00 | Arrival at Blue Cave. Start Snorkeling. |
| 16:00 | End of Snorkeling. |
| 16:30 | 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+) : 15,000 yen Child (5-11) : 15,000 yen |
| Included in price | Guide fee, Rental fee (life jackets, marine shoes, Snorkel equipment, Wetsuits for winter), 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 | 8:00-16:30 ( 8.5 hours) |
| Time of meeting | Our guide will inform you of the meeting time the day before the tour. |
| Age restrictions | 5-59 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.
