Join a small group Ishigaki turtle snorkeling tour and enjoy a high chance of swimming with sea turtles in their natural habitat.
This relaxed beach-entry experience is guided in English and designed for comfort, safety, and unforgettable encounters.
If your goal is to swim with sea turtles in Ishigaki, this tour is designed for you. Our experienced guides take you to one of the island’s best locations, where turtles are seen regularly. This small group experience includes beach entry, plenty of time in the water, and full support from an English-speaking guide.
The snorkeling areas we use is known as the best places to see turtles in Ishigaki. Our guides visit this locations daily and choose the best conditions to maximize your chances for close and personal encounter.
While wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, turtles are seen on 97% of our tours throughout the year.
This makes our tour as one of the most reliable options for Ishigaki turtle snorkeling.
¥9,500 / Person
4 Hours
1.5 ~ 2 Hours Snorkeling Time
Included:
*All prices are tax included. **All Pices in Japanese Yen
***We accept CASH ONLY.
We are committed to delivering a calm, safe, and genuinely memorable ocean experience, where your comfort and enjoyment remain the priority at every stage.
Pick-up from accommodation
Snorkeling safety briefing
Snorkeling (1.5 ~ 2 hours)
Camping showers and clothes change
Drop-off at accommodation
Lifetime of happy memories
Free transportation from and to your hotel is included in all of our tours.
Pickup time will be sent to you on the day before your tour.
We can pickup from the ferry terminal with no additional cost.
Free pick-up service is included for this areas:
Ishigaki City
Ohama
Shiraho
Fusaki
Kabira
Yonehara
Nosoko
Please consult with us if you stay at the northern area of Ishigaki Island or in other islands.
If you have a rental car and prefer to arrive by yourself – No problem!
we will inform you of the meeting place and time on the day before the tour.
Pick-up and Drop-off in any area other then Ishigaki City may result in a shorter/ longer tour times.
The daily itinerary is not carved in stone and can be changed depending on your wishes, weather conditions and safety concerns.
Tour departures are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers.
This tour is suitable for guests between the ages of 12 to 60 years old.
This tour involves a moderate level of physical activity including walking on uneven ground and soft sand to access snorkel sites. we require our customers to share with us any and all Physical or Mental limitations thy are having so that we may provide them with the safest experience possible. None of this details will be kept in our records or published in any way. please view our privacy policy for more details.
Unfortunately, our tours are not recommended for:
Due to the nature of snorkeling activities, some guests with limited mobility may require additional assistance or may find participation challenging. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
For more info about our cancellation policy please see our Terms and conditions page.
Swim with sea turtles and continue exploring Ishigaki’s most beautiful locations, hidden beaches, and scenic viewpoints on our full day tour.
Ishigaki’s coastal reefs provide a year-round habitat for green sea turtles, particularly in shallow hard coral areas where they rest and visit cleaning stations near the top of the reef. Unlike feeding-focused locations in other regions, turtles here are often seen calmly resting, being cleaned by reef fish, or surfacing slowly to breathe.
With more than 10 years of snorkeling and diving experience around the island, we have developed long-term familiarity with multiple turtle points across Ishigaki. Rather than relying on a single location, we select sites daily based on sea conditions, visibility, and recent turtle activity patterns.
During peak season, we depart early to avoid crowded snorkeling times. This allows for calmer conditions in the water and more natural turtle behavior, without pressure from heavy traffic.
Our approach is patient and respectful. We never chase or touch turtles. Instead, we observe their movement and wait for them to surface naturally for air, which often allows for closer yet responsible viewing. Maintaining appropriate distance ensures turtles remain undisturbed while guests experience meaningful encounters.
Beyond turtles, Ishigaki’s reefs—part of the greater Sekisei Lagoon ecosystem—are home to diverse marine life including tropical reef fish, rays, seasonal cuttlefish, squid, mackerels, tuna, sea snakes, and occasionally passing reef sharks. The coral environment here is primarily hard coral, forming stable reef structures that support this biodiversity.
Sea turtles and coral reefs depend on a healthy marine environment. For that reason, we follow and promote responsible snorkeling practices: no touching wildlife or coral, no standing or kicking the reef, using reef-safe sunscreen, and leaving the reef exactly as we found it.
By combining local ecological knowledge, careful site selection, and conservation-focused guidance, we aim to create safe, ethical, and genuinely memorable wildlife experiences.
Turtles are seen on most tours (97% of our tours), but sightings cannot be guaranteed as this is a natural environment.
Beach. All turtle snorkeling is done from a beach which we arrive to by van.
Yes. This is a beginner-friendly experience with full support from the guide. We even support non-swimmers.
We keep groups small with max of up to 7 people per guide (normally much less) to provide a relaxed and personal experience.
Yes. All tours are led by experienced fluent English-speaking guides.
This is a half-day turtle snorkeling experience with plenty of time in the water. Tour total time is 4 hours with 1.5-2 hours of in water snorkeling time.
Swimwear, towel, sunscreen (reef safe please), change of clothes, cash and a big smile. All equipment is provided.
No. we accept cash only. The prices are in Japanese Yen.
Ready to experience one of the most memorable wildlife encounters in Ishigaki? Check availability and join our turtle snorkeling tour today.
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