Ishigaki Manta Ray, Sea Turtle & Tropical Fish Half-Day Snorkeling Tour

Manta & Sea Turtle
Boat Snorkeling Half-Day Tour

Departing directly from the Marine Shop in the Ishigaki Seaside Hotel, you can enjoy boat snorkeling at two locations: Manta Point and Fish Point, a 5-10-minute boat ride away. You'll be able to encounter manta rays and colorful tropical fish swimming gracefully in the vast blue ocean, captivating you with awe throughout your underwater experience. The half-day tour offers a choice of morning or afternoon departure times, allowing you to plan your trip around your schedule with plenty of time to spare.
Since the tour takes place within the Ishigaki Seaside Hotel, you can conveniently use amenities like showers and changing rooms. After the activities, you can relax and enjoy the afterglow of the waves on the hotel's private beach, making this a perfect course for both snorkeling and relaxation. Please note that manta rays and sea turtles are wild animals, so you may not be able to see them depending on the conditions.

Tour Attraction Points

✅Boat snorkeling at two points
Enjoy boat snorkeling at two locations: Manta Point and Fish Point. Experience the unique experience of up-close encounters with manta rays and colorful tropical fish.
✅Departure from the Marine Shop in Ishigaki Seaside Hotel
The tour takes place at the Marine Shop inside the Ishigaki Seaside Hotel, offering convenient access to showers, changing rooms, and other facilities. You can wash and change immediately after playing in the water, making your experience even more enjoyable.
✅Just 5-10 minutes to the snorkeling point
You can reach the snorkeling point in just 5-10 minutes by boat, allowing you to enjoy the ocean right away without a long journey. The short journey time also helps ease concerns about seasickness.
✅Healing on a private beach after the tour
After the tour, you can relax and listen to the sound of the waves on the private beach of Ishigaki Seaside Hotel. It's a great way to enjoy both ocean activities and healing time all at once.
✅ Chance to encounter wild manta rays and sea turtles
If you're lucky, you might even spot manta rays and sea turtles swimming gracefully before your eyes. However, please note that because these are wild animals, observation may be difficult depending on the conditions.

A quick look at the schedule

① Group reception
Please gather at the Marine House on the beach by the meeting time.

② Move to the boat 15 minutes after gathering

③ Snorkeling experience
You can enjoy snorkeling at two locations: Fish Point and Manta Point.

④ Dissolution
※ The above schedule may change depending on circumstances.