Thorough comparison of Ishigaki Island optional tour popularity ranking & recommended activity experience tours!

On this page, we will introduce the remote islands and Ishigaki Island Activities, leisure, experiences, and play held in Special feature!
Useful for booking optional tours and activity experience tours for Ishigaki Island travel Thorough introduction of popular rankings and recommended experience tour plans To do.
You can enjoy scenic spots such as Kabira Bay, Manta Point, uninhabited islands, and local tours. Check out all the fun things to do on Ishigaki Island Let's do it.
What can you enjoy on Ishigaki Island?

It is home to the great nature that can only be found in a tropical country, such as the emerald blue sea and the subtropical jungle filled with mangroves. Ishigaki Island ”.
held in those outdoor fields The best part of sightseeing in Ishigaki Island is the variety of optional tours and activities. It becomes.
Therefore" What should you do when you go to Ishigaki Island? "or" What are the recommended activities on Ishigaki Island? Many people may be confused about choosing a plan.
First of all, based on Activity Japan reservation data, Ishigaki Island activity popularity ranking We will take a look at the events that are supported by many tourists.
Ishigaki Island activity popularity ranking
The first place
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snorkeling |
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2nd place
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canoe/kayak |
3rd place
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Trial diving (beginners OK) |
4th place
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SUP (stand up paddle board) |
5th place
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Sea fishing/fishing boat |
6th place
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four wheel buggy |
7th place
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night tour |
8th place
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Glasswork/glass workshop |
9th place
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banana boat towing tube |
10th place
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parasailing |
If you go to Ishigaki Island, you can't miss snorkeling!

At Ishigaki Island, you can enjoy the overwhelmingly clear sea. snorkeling (snorkel) ” is very popular!
Including scenic spots such as the Blue Cave and the Phantom Island (Hamajima), Experience tours where you can swim with sea turtles, manta rays, etc. is being held.
Not only for activity beginners, The appeal of snorkeling is that everyone from children to adults can enjoy it with peace of mind. is.
Ishigaki Island snorkeling experience tour popularity ranking
- 4.8
- (683 reviews and experiences)
◉ A long-established company with a high level of satisfaction, now in its 16th year, where all instructors are safe and secure ◉ Use of the spectacular clubhouse facilities (parking, showers, lockers with keys, changing rooms, all 500 yen free♪) ◉ We recommend joining on the first day! (Coupons for discounts on boats to remote islands, Taketomi water buffalo carts, and souvenirs from affiliated stores are included!) ◉ Fun guides even while traveling by car ◉ Sea turtles, Kumano minimo, and fish
- 4.8
- (1270 reviews and experiences)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers♪★You might even see a sea turtle! ★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Student discount available! (Reservations for 2 or more people) [Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling] Blue
- 4.6
- (81 reviews and experiences)
What a surprise!! This is a valuable course guided by a genuine islander who grew up on the island. It includes popular spots, a phantom island, and secret spots only known to islanders!! If you want to be satisfied, this is the course for you. Beginners, children and the elderly can participate. It's only natural that you will be satisfied as you will enjoy two spots, the popular lucky sea turtle search and the phantom island!! Sea turtle point
Mangrove cruise by canoe/kayak!

Cruising through a jungle area filled with virgin mangrove forests. canoe/kayak ” is also a classic activity on Ishigaki Island.
If you take a relaxing canoe/kayak trip in the great outdoors, A mysterious feeling of being surrounded by the great nature of Ishigaki Island To.
" canoe/kayak "and" SUP (stand up paddle board) We have a wide variety of plans to choose from.
Ishigaki Island canoe/kayak experience tour popularity ranking
- 4.9
- (581 reviews/testimonials)
Kayak or SUP experience in the Fukidori River mangrove community, which is designated as a natural monument of Ishigaki Island and a cultural property of the city! The river flow is very calm, and this tour focuses on safety and can be enjoyed by many people, including beginners of kayaking and SUP, as well as small children. Although it is a course for beginners, it has a perfect natural taste! On the way through the mangrove arch
- 4.9
- (640 reviews and experiences)
✨Will this moving moment reach you? ?✨A special tour guided by an islander, only once a day. With a longer experience time than other companies, you can enjoy it to your heart's content without worrying about time! We will deliver an experience that will make you think, "I want to experience it again!" Now, your special time begins...★Rapidly growing in popularity★Sunset tour & starry sky tour & night mangrove tour all in one
- 5.0
- (285 reviews and experiences)
[Rapidly increasing in popularity!] A rare clear SUP and clear kayak tour in Ishigaki Island! The experience time is longer than anywhere else! ✨An exciting experience of feeling the crystal clear ocean at your feet✨A special activity that you can't experience anywhere else✨ Now available at an affordable price! ✨Capture powerful footage with the latest GoPro and a 4k drone specially designed for SNS! ✨Sure to look great on SNS! Sea and sky diver
Enjoy Ishigaki Island at night with a night tour!

Ishigaki Island is Held during the evening hours, night tour ” is a popular area.
Under the starry sky, you can observe the flora and fauna that live in the tropical countries. canoe/kayak "or" SUP (stand up paddle board) It is full of contents such as cruising on board ".
You can also take photos and videos that look great on social media under the starry sky. Photography/photo studio ' plans are also gaining popularity.
Ishigaki Island Night Tour Popularity Ranking
- 4.9
- (190 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the nightlife of Ishigaki Island to the fullest! Experience the three most popular night tours at once: [Starry Sky Photo] x [Coconut Crab Exploration Jungle Night Safari] x [Mangrove Exploration OR Firefly Viewing] A special night tour that lets you enjoy the nightlife of Ishigaki Island to the fullest. We have prepared a highly satisfying plan that is perfect for those who want to experience coconut crabs, starry skies, mangroves, and fireflies all at once. This tour
- 4.9
- (640 reviews and experiences)
✨Will this moving moment reach you? ?✨A special tour guided by an islander, only once a day. With a longer experience time than other companies, you can enjoy it to your heart's content without worrying about time! We will deliver an experience that will make you think, "I want to experience it again!" Now, your special time begins...★Rapidly growing in popularity★Sunset tour & starry sky tour & night mangrove tour all in one
- 4.7
- (566 reviews and experiences)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Equipment rental is free♪★Encounter nocturnal creatures unique to the tropics! ★If the weather is good, you can enjoy the natural planetarium! ★Participants receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots)! ★Student discounts available! (Reservations can be made for 2 or more people) Night
Popular spots for Ishigaki Island activities
" Ishigaki Island Where do you recommend? "or" Where should you go for activities on Ishigaki Island? I think there are many people who want to know spot information such as ``.
Ishigaki Island and surrounding remote islands have There are many scenic outdoor spots that are famous for activities. doing.
From here, we will introduce the Ishigaki Island optional tour/activity experience tour. Introducing standard spots I will continue to do so.
Kabira Bay

One of the most popular tourist spots on Ishigaki Island, Kabira Bay ”.
Obtained the only three-star rating in Okinawa Prefecture in the Michelin Green Guide Japan. It is gaining popularity as a scenic spot.
In the bay, glass boat ”, and on small islands (Panari) and uninhabited islands on the opposite shore, “ snorkeling "or" canoe/kayak ”, “ SUP (SUP) ” can be enjoyed.
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Blue Grotto

Similar to Capri Island in Italy, Onna Village and Cape Maeda in central Okinawa, Ishigaki Island also has Blue Grotto There is a marine spot called ``.
When sunlight shines into the cave and is reflected, the sea surface changes. Shining in a mysterious blue color That is the origin of its name.
" snorkeling "or" sea kayak ",or" Cave exploration tour '' and other experiential tours are being held and are gaining popularity.
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Phantom island (Hamashima)

A crescent-shaped uninhabited island floating in the ocean between Taketomi Island and Kohama Island, approximately 10 km west of Ishigaki Island. Phantom island (Hamashima) ”.
the tide is going out It only appears at low tide This is why it is called the phantom island.
"Snorkeling" etc. along with landing on the phantom island (Hamajima) Tours are held where you can enjoy marine activities.
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manta spot
In the sea near Ishigaki Island Spots where you can meet wild manta rays are scattered.
It is called Kabira Ishizaki Manta Point. manta scramble "and" manta city ” is a typical example.
You can dive into the sea without a license. Trial diving "or" snorkeling Experience the impressive power of manta rays on our experiential tour.
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mangrove spot

The Yaeyama Islands and Ishigaki Island have a subtropical climate. Mangrove virgin forest grows in clusters It is also famous for
Among them, “ Fukidōgawa River "or" Miyara River ” are famous mangrove spots.
" canoe/kayak "or" SUP (stand up paddle board) Please enjoy a relaxing mangrove cruise.
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starry sky reserve

The area of Iriomote Ishigaki National Park located in the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa Prefecture is Japan's first "Starry Sky Reserve" area specified in.
Therefore, Ishigaki Island has A romantic star-filled sky in the tropical night sky will spread.
Explore the best spots with a professional guide. Astronomical observation/starry sky observation "or" Photography/photo studio ” plan is popular.
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Best season for Ishigaki Island

Even in winter, the maximum average temperature never drops below 20℃. ``, which has an attractive warm climate. Ishigaki Island ” .
" When is the best time to go to Ishigaki Island? I'm sure many of you are researching the best season to visit Ishigaki Island.
From here, Ishigaki Island's average annual temperature, popular seasons, and recommended times I would like to introduce you to
Annual average temperature of Ishigaki Island
Month | average maximum temperature | average minimum temperature |
---|---|---|
January | 21℃ | 16℃ |
February | 22℃ | 17℃ |
March | 24℃ | 18℃ |
April | 26℃ | 21℃ |
May | 29℃ | 24℃ |
June | 31℃ | 26℃ |
July | 31℃ | 24℃ |
August | 32℃ | 27℃ |
September | 31℃ | 25℃ |
October | 29℃ | 23℃ |
November | 26℃ | 21℃ |
December | 23℃ | 18℃ |
Ishigaki Island trip during the year The most popular seasons are July, August, and September, including summer vacation and Silver Week. .
The next most visited season is April and May, including the Golden Week period. is.
Recommended for those planning a trip to Ishigaki Island for marine sports. The best season is from April to October period.
On the other hand, outside of the top season Activity experience tours are also held during the winter season. Therefore, it is extremely popular among repeat customers.
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Popular tour ranking for Ishigaki Island activities, leisure, experiences, and fun
Finally, based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data, Ishigaki Island Activities/Leisure/Experiences/Play Popularity Ranking ” will be introduced.
Please refer to the tour contents and fees (prices), as well as reviews and word-of-mouth testimonials, to help you compare and choose a plan.
- 4.9
- (190 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the nightlife of Ishigaki Island to the fullest! Experience the three most popular night tours at once: [Starry Sky Photo] x [Coconut Crab Exploration Jungle Night Safari] x [Mangrove Exploration OR Firefly Viewing] A special night tour that lets you enjoy the nightlife of Ishigaki Island to the fullest. We have prepared a highly satisfying plan that is perfect for those who want to experience coconut crabs, starry skies, mangroves, and fireflies all at once. This tour
- 4.8
- (683 reviews and experiences)
◉ A long-established company with a high level of satisfaction, now in its 16th year, where all instructors are safe and secure ◉ Use of the spectacular clubhouse facilities (parking, showers, lockers with keys, changing rooms, all 500 yen free♪) ◉ We recommend joining on the first day! (Coupons for discounts on boats to remote islands, Taketomi water buffalo carts, and souvenirs from affiliated stores are included!) ◉ Fun guides even while traveling by car ◉ Sea turtles, Kumano minimo, and fish
- 4.8
- (1270 reviews and experiences)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers♪★You might even see a sea turtle! ★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Student discount available! (Reservations for 2 or more people) [Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling] Blue
- 4.9
- (581 reviews/testimonials)
Kayak or SUP experience in the Fukidori River mangrove community, which is designated as a natural monument of Ishigaki Island and a cultural property of the city! The river flow is very calm, and this tour focuses on safety and can be enjoyed by many people, including beginners of kayaking and SUP, as well as small children. Although it is a course for beginners, it has a perfect natural taste! On the way through the mangrove arch
- 4.6
- (81 reviews and experiences)
What a surprise!! This is a valuable course guided by a genuine islander who grew up on the island. It includes popular spots, a phantom island, and secret spots only known to islanders!! If you want to be satisfied, this is the course for you. Beginners, children and the elderly can participate. It's only natural that you will be satisfied as you will enjoy two spots, the popular lucky sea turtle search and the phantom island!! Sea turtle point
- 4.9
- (375 reviews and experiences)
Opening in 2020! Use a rainbow parachute and a cute clownfish-colored parachute! New boat made in America! A one of a kind fully custom-made boat in the world with the captain's particular attention to detail★Why not take a walk through the beautiful sky and sea of Ishigaki Island on the clownfish-colored NOA with a parachute that is sure to be Instagrammable in the background? (Depending on the wind and the strait that day.
- 4.9
- (640 reviews and experiences)
✨Will this moving moment reach you? ?✨A special tour guided by an islander, only once a day. With a longer experience time than other companies, you can enjoy it to your heart's content without worrying about time! We will deliver an experience that will make you think, "I want to experience it again!" Now, your special time begins...★Rapidly growing in popularity★Sunset tour & starry sky tour & night mangrove tour all in one
- 5.0
- (285 reviews and experiences)
[Rapidly increasing in popularity!] A rare clear SUP and clear kayak tour in Ishigaki Island! The experience time is longer than anywhere else! ✨An exciting experience of feeling the crystal clear ocean at your feet✨A special activity that you can't experience anywhere else✨ Now available at an affordable price! ✨Capture powerful footage with the latest GoPro and a 4k drone specially designed for SNS! ✨Sure to look great on SNS! Sea and sky diver
- 4.9
- (51 reviews/testimonials)
[First time holding this tour at our shop! The No.1 tour for 10 consecutive years!] Founded 18 years ago, the Phantom Island Landing Tour was born from customer feedback and has been in business for 10 years, with 100,000 passengers on board. It is a popular course that continues to be ranked No. 1 in the Ishigaki Island area on other reservation sites! ◆ Convenient free transportation! ◆ You can combine Taketomi Island, Iriomote Island, Kohama Island, Kuroshima Island, etc. & get a free ferry discount ticket ◆ Cheap
- 4.9
- (131 reviews and experiences)
⭐️Clear SUP Unlike normal SUPs, this SUP has a transparent board! You can see fish and coral through the SUP. ⭐️Drone included 4K high-definition drone photo & video shooting included! No doubt it will look great on SNS ⭐️Single-lens reflex beach photo included Take photos with a single-lens reflex camera at the most beautiful beach in Ishigaki Island
*The contents of this article are current as of January 2024.