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4 hrneeds a 7h call5.0★ · 14 reviewsFree cancellation 24h aheadSmall group

Discover Ishigaki's Hidden Treasures Snorkeling Tour at BlueCave

A small-group reef snorkel for people who want to be in the water rather than look at it; the title names the Blue Cave, but the site is chosen the day before by weather.

Duration
4 hr
From pickup or the meeting point and back
Your call needs
7+ hours
Incl. getting ashore and the hour before all-aboard
Price
From US$64 per person
Free cancellation 24h ahead · as of 26 Sep 2026
Group
Small group · up to 5
Pickup arranged on booking
Why it is on this site
  • Kabira Bay is closed to swimmers, so a licensed operator is the practical way to see Ishigaki's reef from the water.
  • Groups are capped at five, snorkelling time is one to two hours, and equipment plus seasonal fruit afterwards are included.
  • The operator picks the site the day before based on the weather, and the record allows cancellation for weather — 14 reviews, all five stars.
Best for

Reasonably fit swimmers who have always wanted to try snorkelling in warm, shallow water.

Think twice if

Transport is included only 'in Ishigaki city area or between the city and Kabira', and the listed pickups are hotels, so confirm in writing that they will collect you at the cruise quay. The record asks for at least moderate fitness and warns off travellers with heart or spinal problems.

What the operator lists

The day, stop by stop

It takes place at one venue, so there is no route to list.

Included
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • We offer seasonal fruits, pineapples, passion fruits, island bananas, etc. that suit the season after the snorkeling.
  • Transport is included if you stay in Ishigaki city area or between Ishigaki city and Kabira.

Guide languages: German, English, Spanish, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by ブルースペース石垣.

Where it takes you

What you will see

Our own guides to the stops — so you know what you are booking before you book it.

Book it

Check dates and book

Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.

Discover Ishigaki's Hidden Treasures Snorkeling Tour at BlueCave5.0★ · 14 reviews · Small group · up to 5From US$64 per personCheck dates →

We may earn a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. It never decides what we recommend — the “think twice” note above is there on purpose.

Quick answers

Before you book

Is the Discover Ishigaki's Hidden Treasures Snorkeling Tour at BlueCave worth it from the Ishigaki cruise port?

A small-group reef snorkel for people who want to be in the water rather than look at it; the title names the Blue Cave, but the site is chosen the day before by weather. Best for: Reasonably fit swimmers who have always wanted to try snorkelling in warm, shallow water.

How long a port call do I need for this tour?

About 7 hours. The tour runs 4 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Four hours plus the ride to a site chosen the day before; comfortable on a 7-hour call or longer.

Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?

The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The operator may cancel for bad weather, with a refund.

What should I know before booking?

Transport is included only 'in Ishigaki city area or between the city and Kabira', and the listed pickups are hotels, so confirm in writing that they will collect you at the cruise quay. The record asks for at least moderate fitness and warns off travellers with heart or spinal problems.

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