Turtle Snorkeling Tour

Swim with sea turtles in Ishigaki’s crystal-clear waters.

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English Guided Tour

Swim above colorful coral and meet Ishigaki’s sea turtles on this relaxed, English-guided snorkeling tour. We visit sheltered beach-entry reefs chosen for marine life and safety, giving you a high chance to see turtles while keeping the experience eco-friendly and beginner-friendly.

Discover Ishigaki’s most-loved marine experience with a 97% chance to meet our amazing and gentle sea turtles up close and personal.

Included:

Half Day
Turtle Snorkeling Tour

¥9,500 / Person

4 Hours
1.5 ~ 2 Hours Snorkeling Time

Full Day
Turtle Snorkeling and Island Tour

¥16,000 / Person

6.5 Hours
1.5 ~ 2 Hours Snorkeling Time
3 ~ 4 Sightseeing Locations
Lunch Included

*All prices are tax included.
**All Pices in Japanese Yen
***We accept CASH ONLY.

97% Chance to See Turtles!

Led by experienced guides with more than a 10 years of snorkeling and scuba diving experience in Ishigaki, this tour focuses on areas where sea turtles are most commonly seen. By choosing the best conditions and locations daily, we offer one of the most reliable turtle snorkeling experiences in Ishigaki.

A Full Reef Experience

This snorkeling tour offers far more than turtle sightings. Ishigaki’s shallow reefs are packed with tropical fish, vibrant coral, and unique creatures like cuttlefish and rays. In some areas, reef sharks can also be spotted swimming calmly in the distance. Sea turtles are common, but the diversity of marine life is what truly makes each snorkel special.

Beginner-Friendly Turtle Snorkeling

Whether it’s your first snorkel or you’re experienced, our guides tailor the pace and location to suit the group. We supply all safety gear and clear instructions to ensure a relaxing turtle encounter.
Our beach-entry approach, floatation gear, and hands-on coaching make this an ideal turtle experience for kids, first-timers, and nervous swimmers.

Discover the Best Turtle Snorkeling in Ishigaki

Join our guided turtle snorkeling tour and discover shallow coral gardens filled with colorful fish and gentle green sea turtles. We focus on safety, small groups, and eco-friendly behavior so you can enjoy close, non-invasive views of wildlife. Your guide will show you where to float, how to move gently, and when to keep a respectful distance to avoid stressing the animals.

This tour is available all-year. The tour lasts about 4 hours (or 6.5 hours for full-day tour) and includes a gentle beach entry — no boats or seasickness!

We provide all the gear you need — wetsuit or rash guard, mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket (mandatory), and more. Want to bring your own? That’s fine too!

This is one of the top things to do in Ishigaki, and spots fill up fast. Book your turtle snorkeling tour today and create unforgettable island 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 cruise ships port and from the ferry terminal with no additional cost.

Free pick-up service is included for this areas: Ishigaki City, Ohama, Shiraho, Fusaki, Kabira, Yonehara, and Nosoko areas. Please contact us if you stay at the northern area of Ishigaki Island. For those coming by rental car, we will inform you of the meeting place and time.

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.

Due to the nature of some of our tours that require a certain amount of fitness, 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.

We require only groups of 4 people and above to pay a deposit.
Tours will be held even in the event of rain, but may be cancelled in the unlikely event of typhoons, government weather warnings, or other hazards. If we have no choice but to cancel the tour, we will notify you as soon as the decision is made. If the tour is cancelled by us due to weather conditions or any safety concerns, no cancellation fee will be charged.
Please note that the tour may be partially changed on the day of the tour depending on the weather and other conditions.
We allow rescheduling only more then 24 hours prior to the Tour. No cancellation fee will be charged for rescheduling to a date that has space available. Please note that if a reservation cannot be rescheduled, the stipulated cancellation fee will apply. Please contact us as soon as possible if you would like to make any changes to your scheduled tour date.
Cancellations made by the customer will be subject to a cancellation fee:
- Cancellation 48 hours or more before the tour date: free of charge.
- Cancellation under 48 hours and more then 24 hours before the tour date: 50% of the tour fee.
- Cancellation under 24 hours or not showing up in the morning: 100% of the tour fee will be charged!.

For more info about our cancellation policy please see our Terms and conditions page.

The Best Turtle Snorkeling Spots in Ishigaki

Discover the stunning underwater world of Ishigaki Island! With crystal-clear waters and healthy coral reefs, snorkeling in Ishigaki is one of the top activities for visitors looking to experience the island’s marine life.
Enjoy relaxed snorkeling in shallow, protected areas where you may encounter tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, cuttlefish, and other reef creatures—suitable for all ages and skill levels.

We explore a variety of beach entry snorkeling locations across the island, such as:
Blue Cave, Osaki Beach, Yonehara Beach, Yoshihara Beach and more...
There are no boat rides on this tour. We carefully select the snorkeling spot based on daily conditions, marine life activity, and guest experience to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure.

Create unforgettable memories on your Ishigaki snorkeling tour—book your experience today!

All our snorkeling spots offer easy beach access — no boats, no deep water entry — making them ideal for beginners, families, and non-swimmers who want a relaxing, worry-free experience.

Easy Beach Entry

Meet Turtles Up Close

Ishigaki Green Sea Turtles & Reef Life

Snorkeling in Ishigaki isn’t just fun — it’s a rare opportunity to observe wild green sea turtles in their natural habitat.
Our eco-friendly snorkeling tours take you into the heart of the Yaeyama coral reef (Sekisei Lagoon), where shallow reefs provide feeding and resting areas for green sea turtles throughout the year.

Glide above coral gardens where green sea turtles are often seen calmly grazing on seagrass and algae or resting near the reef. These reefs are also home to vibrant tropical fish such as butterflyfish, clownfish, surgeonfish, triggerfish, and angelfish swimming between the corals. On occasion, you may also spot a hawksbill turtle passing through, along with rays and other reef species.
Marine life changes with the seasons as well. Depending on the time of year, you might encounter giant cuttlefish during their fascinating mating displays or schools of fast-moving trevallies hunting together. Every snorkel offers a different and memorable experience.

This underwater world is beautiful but fragile. Sea turtles and coral reefs depend on a healthy environment to survive. That’s why we follow responsible snorkeling practices — and ask you to do the same:
✓ Don’t touch turtles or the reef – Both coral and turtles are sensitive and easily stressed.
✓ Float calmly above the reef – Never stand or kick your fins against coral.
✓ Keep a respectful distance – Allow sea turtles and marine life to move naturally.
✓ Leave everything in the ocean – Shells, rocks, and sea life belong where they are.
✓ Use reef-safe sunscreen – Regular sunscreen can harm coral and marine ecosystems.

By snorkeling responsibly, we can help protect Ishigaki’s green sea turtles and coral reefs for future generations.

Meet wild Marine-life

Amazing Bio-diversity!