Plan introduction ( Introductory Diving & Snorkeling + Landing on Phantom Island )
A must-see when you visit Kohama Island is “Phantom Island”.
Hamajima, also known as “Phantom Island,” is located about 10 minutes by boat from Kohama Island and is about 200 meters long.
This tour allows you to enjoy diving and snorkeling in the vicinity of this island.
First, land on Phantom Island, where the contrast between the emerald blue sea and white sand is beautiful.
This uninhabited island is so beautiful that it has been used for photogravure shoots and commercials.
Take a stroll, take pictures, and enjoy the island as you wish.
After landing on the Phantom island, enjoy snorkeling.
Experienced guides will give you a thorough lecture, so beginners don’t need to worry.
Enjoy snorkeling with over 100 kinds of colorful tropical fish.
You will be greeted by clownfish and other fish you would see in an aquarium.
After lunch, we will enjoy an introductory diving, which does not require a diving license.
The sea around Phantom Island is rich in coral and can be described as a natural aquarium.
If you want to enjoy Introductory diving and snorkeling, this is the tour for you.
It will surely be the best memory of your trip to Kohama Island.
Estimated timetable
| Time | Details |
| 8:40 | Please come to the meeting place |
| 9:50 | Depart from Kohama Port to Phantom Island |
| 10:10 | Arrival at Phantom Island. Snorkeling & Diving Lecture. |
| 11:00 | Move to Snorkeling point |
| 11:20 | Start Snorkeling (About 50 minutes) |
| 12:10 | End Snorkeling and move to Kohama port |
| 12:30 | Lunch time at Kohama Island |
| 13:30 | Depart from Kohama Port |
| 13:50 | Diving Lecture |
| 15:20 | Start Introductory Diving. (About 40 minutes for diving) |
| 16:10 | End of Introductory Diving. Back to Kohama port. |
| 16:30 | 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+) : 17,000 yen Child (10-11) : 14,000 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, Money for lunch |
| 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 | April-October |
| Time | 8:40-16:30 |
| 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)
