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: 20923

20923

[Okinawa, Ishigaki Island] Snorkeling from Ishigaki City to Manta Point

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Beginners welcome - First try
Advanced-level users
Pick-up & Drop-off
Operate rain or shine
Children welcome

Possible number of bookings

2～24
Participating age

6Age ～ 65 Age
Duration

3～4 hours

Plan description

Snorkeling directly from Ishigaki City to Manta Point! We have received many requests from customers who want to see manta rays in half a day, so we have created this course. Why not try the manta challenge when you visit Ishigaki Island? You are sure to be impressed by the majestic swimming of the manta rays. ~Schedule~ ① Fill out the application form, settle the bill, have a health check, and prepare and adjust the size of your rental equipment. (15 minutes) ② After an explanation of the vessel to be used, important points to note when sailing, important points to note about the course, and the schedule, depart from Ishigaki Island (5 minutes) ③ Depart for Manta Point (45 minutes) ④ Snorkeling time with a guide at Manta Point (60 minutes) ⑤ Arrive at Ishigaki Port and disband (45 minutes)

Direct snorkeling trip from Ishigaki city to Manta Point

This is our original course.

A symbol of Ishigaki Island!

The sight of the manta rays swimming majestically is breathtaking.

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Selectable starting time： 09:00 13:00

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Supported language: English

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Payment methods	Online payment on-site payment
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Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 1 days before the event date.
About cancellation	Please note that in the event of cancellation due to customer convenience, the following cancellation fees will be charged. The day before (after 18:00) to the day of the reservation: 100% Cancellation without permission: 100%
About event termination	If the Ishigakijima Local Meteorological Observatory issues any warning (heavy rain, flooding, strong winds, high waves, high tides), tsunami warning, or J-Alert, the event will be canceled or put on hold.

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	2 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	2～24
About duration	3～4 hours Experience time: 3 hours
Operating period	All year round
Assembly time	Please gather 10 minutes before each course.
Booking deadline	until 23:59 the day before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
Locker

Dress code - Must bring items	・Swimsuit (please wear it beforehand) ・Footwear that can get wet ・Drinks to stay hydrated ・Towels (several towels are useful) ・UV protection (hat, sunglasses, long sleeves, rash guard, etc.) ・Valuables ・Insurance card ・Sickness medicine if necessary *Medicines (such as sickness medicine) will not be provided due to the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act.
About rental items	All rental equipment is free and disinfected

Matters require attention	Health Conditions: Snorkeling can be a very strenuous activity if safety procedures are not followed or depending on the conditions, and it can be dangerous depending on your health. You must be in good health, with no abnormalities in your respiratory and circulatory systems. Those with heart disease, colds, epilepsy, medical problems, or a tendency toward alcohol or drug dependency should not participate. Those taking regular medication for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, etc. will not be able to participate in the course. If you have any concerns about your health, please contact us in advance. Alcohol: If you have consumed alcohol or are hungover, you will not be able to participate. If we determine that you have been drinking on the day of participation, we will cancel your reservation for safety reasons. Diver Medical/Participant Checklist: https://www.danjapan.gr.jp/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Divermedical2022-02-01Japanese.pdf
Other notifications	・Manta rays are natural creatures, so it is not guaranteed that you will be able to see them. We will not offer refunds even if you are unable to see them. ・Whether or not the direct manta ray course will take place will be determined by the forecast announced by the Ishigakijima Local Meteorological Observatory at 5:00 PM the day before. We will contact you by mobile phone the day before your course. ・Even if the forecast indicates that you can go to the manta point, you may not be able to go if safety cannot be ensured. ・At manta point, you will be required to wear a life jacket or wetsuit, and skin diving is prohibited. ・Currents may occur at manta point. If the current is strong, you will snorkel at another point.

Matters require attention

Health Conditions: Snorkeling can be a very strenuous activity if safety procedures are not followed or depending on the conditions, and it can be dangerous depending on your health. You must be in good health, with no abnormalities in your respiratory and circulatory systems. Those with heart disease, colds, epilepsy, medical problems, or a tendency toward alcohol or drug dependency should not participate. Those taking regular medication for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, etc. will not be able to participate in the course. If you have any concerns about your health, please contact us in advance. Alcohol: If you have consumed alcohol or are hungover, you will not be able to participate. If we determine that you have been drinking on the day of participation, we will cancel your reservation for safety reasons. Diver Medical/Participant Checklist: https://www.danjapan.gr.jp/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Divermedical2022-02-01Japanese.pdf

Other notifications

・Manta rays are natural creatures, so it is not guaranteed that you will be able to see them. We will not offer refunds even if you are unable to see them. ・Whether or not the direct manta ray course will take place will be determined by the forecast announced by the Ishigakijima Local Meteorological Observatory at 5:00 PM the day before. We will contact you by mobile phone the day before your course. ・Even if the forecast indicates that you can go to the manta point, you may not be able to go if safety cannot be ensured. ・At manta point, you will be required to wear a life jacket or wetsuit, and skin diving is prohibited. ・Currents may occur at manta point. If the current is strong, you will snorkel at another point.

Plan attractions

All course boats held

Guide system by dedicated staff

All rental equipment is free

Maybe you can take a picture with Manta Ray?

You can participate in the afternoon by arriving at Ishigaki Island in the morning.

Take out accident insurance in the unlikely event

Access - Map

Yashima Ferry Terminal, 1-5 Yashimacho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

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Assembly point

Located inside the Yashima Ferry Terminal. Guests arriving by car will be guided to the free parking lot. Pick-up service available within Ishigaki city. *Staff holding a Yaeyama Diving Service Field sign will be waiting for you. After meeting up, we will guide you to the free parking lot.

If you arrive by car

For guests arriving by rental car (approximately): From Ishigaki Airport: 35 minutes; From Kabira Bay: 40 minutes; From Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas: 15 minutes; From ANA Intercontinental Hotel: 15 minutes

If you arrive by other means of transportation

For those coming on foot (approximate): 10 minutes on foot from Euglena Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, 8 minutes on foot from the bus terminal, 6 minutes on foot from 730 intersection

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八重山 Diving Service Field

: Okinawa remote islands Ishigaki island Ishigaki City

: Marine sports (sea activities) Snorkeling Snorkeling

Selling points regarding safety

・PADI 5-STAR DIVE RESORT ・All company-owned boats are equipped with automated external defibrillators (AEDs), medical oxygen, and first aid kits ・Safety Committee Chairperson, Yaeyama Diving Association

Authorization issued by	・Notification completed in accordance with the Okinawa Prefectural Police Water Safety Ordinance (diving, snorkeling, pleasure boat provision) ・Notification completed for non-scheduled passenger shipping business ・Notification completed for high-pressure gas sales business
Insurance information	・Liability insurance is taken out in case of an accident. ・Injury liability insurance is taken out in case of injury to customers. ・Voluntary insurance is taken out for all vehicles. ・Passenger injury liability insurance is taken out for ships.
License and Qualifications	PADI Master Instructor, diver, small boat operator license,
Member organizations and associations	・Yaeyama Diving Association (General Incorporated Association) ・Phantom Island Council ・Japan Marine Leisure Safety Promotion Association (General Incorporated Association) ・PADI Asia Pacific Japan Co., Ltd.
Number of staff	4 people
Number of instructors	3 people