Discover the Full Beauty of Ishigaki Island with Our Exclusive Private Tour
Join our private tour with transfers from the cruise terminal, airport, or hotel, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Ishigaki Island. Visit iconic spots like Kabira Bay, fruit juice stands, and hidden locations known only to local guides.
Your driver is also a professional photographer, making this a photo tour. You’ll receive beautiful photos after the tour.
Perfect for families, couples, or small groups, this customizable tour ensures a unique adventure on Ishigaki Island.
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Price
From USD120 per person
-Price varies depending on the tour duration and destinations
-Number of participants: 2-50
Includes
-Private transportation vehicle
-Guide fee
-Photography fee
Please note that admission fees and snack costs are not included.
You will also need to cover the guide’s admission fees and other related expenses.
Required Time
Standerd 3.5 hours
(The tour duration can be freely customized according to your requests)
Location Lists
We will create an itinerary based on the places you select from this list.
Please let us know if you have any specific requests.
You can click on each location name to go to Google Maps to view photos and reviews.
-Kabira Bay-
Known for its stunningly clear blue waters, Kabira Bay is one of Japan’s most scenic spots and has been selected as one of the “100 Scenic Spots of Japan.” Visitors can enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride to view the colorful coral and tropical fish below.
-Yonehara Beach-
A serene and beautiful beach, Yonehara is famous for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. Snorkeling here offers a chance to swim among colorful fish and experience the tranquil underwater world.
-Ishigaki Yaima Village-
Yaima Village on Ishigaki Island is a theme park where visitors can experience the traditional culture of the Yaeyama Islands. The park features replicas of old-style Okinawan houses and offers hands-on activities like making shisa statues or crafting brown sugar. There’s also an area to interact with squirrel monkeys, making it a popular spot to enjoy the history and nature of the region.
-Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave-
Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave is a natural wonder formed over thousands of years. It features stunning stalactites and stalagmites in unique shapes, creating a mysterious underground landscape. Visitors can walk through the cave and admire its beauty while learning about its geological history. The cool atmosphere inside offers a refreshing break from the tropical heat, making it a popular spot for tourists.
-Parlour Papaya-
Parlor Papaya is a fresh juice stand located on Ishigaki Island, best known for its sugarcane juice mixed with various tropical fruits. The juices at Parlor Papaya are made from 100% local ingredients, without any added water, sugar, or preservatives. Popular drinks include the “B Blend” (a mix of mango and pineapple), peach pineapple, and dragon fruit juice.
-Oganzaki Lighthouse-
Oganzaki Lighthouse is a scenic spot on the northwest coast of Ishigaki Island, Japan, offering panoramic views of the East China Sea, rugged cliffs, and beautiful sunsets. Known for its picturesque landscapes, it’s a favorite destination for tourists and photographers. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful walk along the coast, taking in the ocean’s natural beauty and the lush surroundings.
–Yonekoyaki Craft Center–
Yonekoyaki Craft Center is a unique pottery workshop in Ishigaki, Japan, known for its handcrafted Shisa (lion-dog) statues, a cultural symbol in Okinawa. Visitors can explore a garden filled with colorful pottery sculptures and participate in pottery-making workshops to create their own souvenirs. It’s an excellent spot to experience local craftsmanship and learn about Okinawan culture.
Things to Note
・ Ishigaki Island is part of Okinawa, but it is a 1-hour flight from capital city Naha.
・ Minimum number of participants: 2
・ The duration of this tour is 3.5 hours. We do not go to all the places listed in the itinerary. You can select a few locations from there, and we’ll customize the itinerary. Requests for other spots can be arranged as well
Availability
Customer Reviews
★★★★★ 5.0
Personalized tour was fabulous, 4 sites in 3.5 hours including glass-bottom boat tour of Kabari Bay, light house, another beach, and shisa garden.
Stops for snacks and juice along the way. Guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke fluent English. Pickup and dropoff at ferry terminal. Great introduction to Ishigaki Island.
★★★★★ 5.0
Despite it being a rainy day, Saito managed to take us on an amazing tour that turned a dreary day into a highlight. He speaks great English, had great knowledge of local beliefs, plants and animals, and used his local knowledge to take us to little known spots for fresh juice and the best doughnuts I have ever tasted in my life!
★★★★★ 5.0
If you’re wondering if to book this cruise for your day in Ishigaki, stop wondering. It is WORTH IT.
Wata is a friendly, calm soul who casually takes you to all of the best spots on the island. You beat the crowds, save time AND save money. The tours offered to us from American companies and cruise ships were 4x the cost with less to see.
We went to Kabira Bay, took a glass-bottom boat tour, saw the gorgeous cape of Oganzaki, headed to the Yaeyama Village for an ancient/local tour, pet some squirrel monkeys, visited the mangrove park, and ended the tour at a local (unknown to tourists) soba shop. During the entire trip, he snapped photos of us which he sends after the tour as keepsakes.
My suggestions for when (not if) you book with Wata:
-Have cash. Some places are cash only and you’ll want to experience everything. 6000¥ got me through the day just fine.
-Wear something nice (for photos) but nothing too warm.
We paid for Wata to come with us everywhere. He will politely help you get your tickets so if you just want to go by yourselves on the boat or in the Yaeyama Park, you can do that and he will just wait for you outside. But… that’s dumb. Definitely pay for him to come with you as a guide, translator, and friend. Nothing is expensive so it’s not hard to just make sure he comes along for the ride.
We also paid for his meal at the end of the day. He was awesome. We felt a genuine connection with him and we know he’ll offer the same genuine treatment to everyone he meets.
★★★★★ 5.0
We stayed at Ishigaki for three days and booked the sightseeing private tour with Viator. Most locals including ANA intercontinental staffs speak little English, but our guide, Saito, communicates very well in English. He was very friendly and couteous to accommodate our time and our particular interest.
The weather was beautiful and we visited the famous Kabira Bay, spend about half an hour on a glassboat. The scenery was spectacular.
We then visited a public beach called Yonehara which is quite closely. It was one of the best snorkeling experience I had if not the best. The water visibility was superb and you could simple walk from the beach to the underwater wonderland, where you can spot corals, beautiful fishes. It was quite exilerating.
Later Saito took us to the culture village where squirrel monkeys was the highlight. We all like the tour very much, thanks to Saito’s drive, guide, and explanation along the way.
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