6 Best Island Hopping Tours in Ishigaki
Ishigaki’s port has ferries to most of the Yaeyamas, and Taketomi is the classic first hop, with red-tiled houses, coral walls and water-buffalo carts plodding through sandy lanes. Many tours pair it with a morning on the Phantom Island sandbar.
Ride a water buffalo cart through Taketomi’s coral-walled lanes, with round-trip ferry tickets from Ishigaki and flexible time to explore.
Most Popular★ 4.5“It's very convenient. At the remote island ferry terminal, you can exchange your QR code for physical ferry tickets and water buffalo cart tickets. After disembarking, there's a shuttle bus connection to the water buffalo cart center, and the water buffalo cart ride is very…”
★★★★★★★★★★
21 reviewsFrom $41.09
Check Availability →Read my full review →
Discover the magical world beneath the waves at Ishigaki's Phantom Island. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters and explore the stunning beauty of Taketomi Island. Unforgettable adventures await!
★ 4.5“The guide were spectacular, very knowledgeable and helpful. The snorkeling was beautiful. Amazing experience.”
★★★★★★★★★★
20 reviewsFrom $64.37by ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi
Check Availability →Read my full review →
Discover Okinawa’s hidden gem with this tour—snorkel Phantom Island, explore Taketomi’s traditional streets, and enjoy a sustainable, authentic experience.
★ 4.2“Stunning place. It was our first time snorkeling and Sebastian was helpful and very nice during the whole activity. He took beautiful pictures and showed us a spot to see the turtles. After our swim we went to Taketomi Island where there are beautiful beaches…”
★★★★★★★★★★
14 reviews7 hoursFrom $69by ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi
Check Availability →Read my full review →
Compare Ishigaki’s Blue Cave, mangroves and sea-kayaking options, then explore Taketomi independently with round-trip ferry tickets included.
★ 4.8“There was a change in the itinerary at first. First we went to Taketomi and then to Phantom Island. I liked it better that way, so it didn't bother me. I got the ferry ticket and was able to explore Taketomi on my own. It…”
★★★★★★★★★★
11 reviewsFrom $61.79
Check Availability →Read my full review →
Discover the stunning Blue Cave snorkeling and Taketomi Island sightseeing with this eco-friendly tour, perfect for families and nature lovers alike.
★ 4.7“Best time ever! Never saw so many fishes and sea life snorkeling before. The reef was so colorful! Our gear was exceptional down to the prescription goggles that let my daughter see more than I did. Big thanks to Diego our guide for showing us…”
★★★★★★★★★★
7 reviews3 hoursFrom $69by ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi
Check Availability →Read my full review →
Discover Ishigaki's mangroves by SUP or canoe, then explore Taketomi Island at your own pace with a round-trip ferry. An eco-friendly adventure in Okinawa.
★ 4.6“What a wonderful Tour with Makoto! The canoe trip through the mangroves was absolutely beautiful. We saw many flying fish and other interesting animals. Makoto explained also so many interesting things about the mangroves”
★★★★★★★★★★
4 reviews3 hoursFrom $69by ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi
Check Availability →Read my full review →
