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Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour
A 90-minute Blue Cave snorkel on Ishigaki's north coast with Ishigaki Adventure PiPi: you go ashore into the cave, then snorkel the reef beside it.
US$45 each · US$90 for two · Pickup on request
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Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.
Pickup is offered — get it confirmed for your pier
- Kabira Bay is closed to swimmers, so a licensed operator is the practical way into the water; the listing says all guides are certified water rescuers.
- Gear, life jacket, special shoes, a winter wetsuit, a hot shower and photo data are included.
- 503 reviews average 4.9, and it was open on all 43 ship days we checked.
Confident swimmers on a call of 5 hours or more who want to see the reef rather than look at the bay.
The listed pickups are town hotels, not the cruise quay; custom pickup is allowed, so ask in writing for the quay. The cave is in the north of the island, so add the drive each way to the 90 minutes. Not recommended after drinking or for travellers with heart problems.
The day, stop by stop
It takes place at one venue, so there is no route to list.
- hot shower
- Special offer page for participants (coupons redeemable at restaurants)
- Photo data
- Experience fee, liability insurance, sales tax
- Snorkeling equipment, safety equipment (life jacket, special shoes), wetsuits (winter)
- Prescription Mask
Guide languages: English, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi.
What you will see
Our own guides to the stops — so you know what you are booking before you book it.
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Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.
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.
Before you book
Is the Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour worth it from the Ishigaki cruise port?
A 90-minute Blue Cave snorkel on Ishigaki's north coast with Ishigaki Adventure PiPi: you go ashore into the cave, then snorkel the reef beside it. Best for: Confident swimmers on a call of 5 hours or more who want to see the reef rather than look at the bay.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 5 hours. The tour runs 1 hr 30 min; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Ninety minutes in the water plus the drive north and back and 90 minutes of margin.
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?
The listed pickups are town hotels, not the cruise quay; custom pickup is allowed, so ask in writing for the quay. The cave is in the north of the island, so add the drive each way to the 90 minutes. Not recommended after drinking or for travellers with heart problems.
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