11. 【March-June】Firefly Viewing & Stargazing tour with Official Guide
5.0· 10 reviews· 2 hoursExperience the magical Yaeyama Himebotaru Firefly Viewing PRIVATE Tour on Ishigaki Island, Japan’s first Dark Sky Reserve. Watch thousands of rare Yaeyama fireflies glow in perfect harmony, visible only from April to June. After the firefly show, enjoy stargazing in an open area with an official Ishigaki City guide, using a laser pointer to explore constellations. Includes round-trip transportation. Discover Ishigaki’s untouched nature and breathtaking night sky on this unforgettable tour! Minimum number of participants: 2
22. An Immersive Ishigaki Day: relaxed, enriching, and personal
5.0· 5 reviewsExperience Ishigaki Island through a relaxed, immersive, and thoughtfully guided private day designed for travelers seeking more than typical sightseeing. Discover scenic coastal landscapes, subtropical nature, island culture, local stories, and hidden perspectives at a comfortable and unhurried pace while exploring some of Ishigaki’s most beautiful locations. Enhanced by immersive onboard videos, cultural and nature guiding, and thoughtful preparation throughout the day, this experience is designed to help guests deeply enjoy the atmosphere, beauty, and character of Ishigaki Island. Drinks, popular Japanese snacks, towels, sunscreen, lunch, and many other comfort essentials are carefully prepared so you can simply relax and enjoy the journey. Travel in a clean, air-conditioned private van with a flexible itinerary fully adjusted to your pace, interests, and preferred atmosphere.
33. Ishigaki Mangrove Canoe or SUP & Taketomi Island Exploration
5.0· 2 reviews· 3 hoursMangrove Tour Enjoy the serene quiet of kayaking through the mangrove forest. Taketomi Island Exploration Explore the traditional streets and beautiful beaches of Taketomi Island. Eco-Friendly Tour Enjoy a sustainable, eco-friendly tour designed with nature in mind. Vehicle Choice On your mangrove cruise, you can choose between a stand-up paddleboard or a canoe.
44. Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoeing and Phantom Island Snorkeling
5.0· 24 reviews· 4 hours★Cruising in the mangrove river, a natural treasure! Canoeing, a very popular activity, and SUP, a new activity from Hawaii, in the hirugi forest of Miyara River, a national natural treasure! ★"Phantom Island" is an island made of sandy beach floating in the ocean on the west side of Ishigaki Island. The name comes from the fact that it changes its shape depending on the tide level. You can swim with many fishes and corals in the surrounding sea! It is like a natural aquarium! ★Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
55. Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoe + Blue Cave Snorkeling
4.9· 99 reviews· 4 hoursThis is a special package tour that includes SUP/canoe cruising in the Miyara River, a mangrove river designated as a national cultural asset as a natural treasure, and snorkeling in the popular snorkeling spot "Blue Cave"! You can enjoy cruising in the Miyara River by SUP or canoe in the nature. Snorkeling will take you to "Blue Cave" and its surrounding area to play with fishes. This plan allows you to fully enjoy the nature of Ishigaki! Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
66. Spirit of Ishigaki: explore the land and lore
4.9· 23 reviewsFeel at ease as you experience the beauty of Ishigaki on a private tour with a Native English speaker. My tours focus on understanding the island — its culture, history, plant life, wildlife, geology, and the stories that connect them all. Our day together: - Start with a location of your choice. - Go over the itinerary in person and curate the day to your preferences.** - Visit nature-focused routes: Beautiful locations, famous sights, beaches, hikes, and local food/fruit. - End the day where we began. *This tour is private unless otherwise specified or agreed upon as semi-private. ** the itinerary listed on Viator/trip advisor acts as a general list of areas in which we can visit for your convenience to choose from. *** tours are flexible, and completely customizable.
77. Okinawa Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoe Tour
4.9· 167 reviews· 1.5 hoursThis plan includes SUP or canoe cruising in Miyara River, a mangrove river designated as a national cultural asset as a natural monument. During the tour, you can observe the magnificent mangrove forest and its inhabitants, and enjoy the relaxing time with nature of Ishigaki. The field is protected by mangrove forests, so the tour is not easily affected by weather conditions and can be held stably. We recommend this course even for beginners. Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
88. Okinawa Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling Tour
4.8· 114 reviews· 2 hours★Phantom Island" that changes its appearance depending on the conditions The island only appears at low tide, and its size changes depending on the tide level. The island is surrounded by an unobstructed 360-degree view of the marine blue ocean. It is the best location! ★Snorkeling in the sea around the island! The sea around the Phantom Island is called "sekisei lagoon" and is the largest coral reef in Japan designated as Iriomote Ishigaki National Park! ★Free photo data! Memories of your trip are meant to be preserved. During the tour, the guide will take your pictures with a dedicated waterproof camera and give you the data for free! You don't have to worry about taking your precious camera to the water! ★Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
99. Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling ＆ Kabira Bay SUP or Canoeing
4.8· 11 reviews· 4 hours★Popular one-day package tour to enjoy Ishigaki Island to the fullest! You can enjoy the great nature of Ishigaki Island by two activities, canoeing / SUP and snorkeling! No experience is necessary for both activities! Our guide will support you, so please feel free to join us! The guide will take pictures during the tour and give them to you for free! ★Kabira Bay SUP/Canoe This is a cruising tour to enjoy Kabira Bay which has been awarded 3 stars by "Michelin Green Guide"! Cruising in the beautiful Kabira Bay by SUP/canoe is an extraordinary experience! ★Landing & Snorkeling at Phantom Island Phantom Island" is an island made of sandy beach floating in the ocean on the west side of Ishigaki Island. The name comes from the fact that its shape changes depending on the tide level! You can swim with many fishes and corals in the surrounding sea! It is like a natural aquarium! ★Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
1010. 2h 3-seater electric trike rental (Ishigaki, Okinawa)
4.8· 12 reviews· 2 hoursFree pick up and drop off. Contact us with your preferred location and time. Extension is +3000 yen per hour. Running on 100% electricity instead of gasoline, it is a quiet, sustainability-conscious vehicle that is friendly to people, nature, and the island. Even if you do not have a motorcycle license, trikes are the only vehicles that can be easily ridden with a regular driver's license. The three-wheeled trike is stable and there is no risk of tipping over. Since helmets are not required to be worn, the main theme of EVOL RIDE is to feel the air and wind and the magnificent nature of Ishigaki Island.
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