Things to do in Ishigaki Yaima Village

This time I brought my mom to play, so I chose a relatively safe (?) itinerary. I chose the pass to see the underwater glass-bottom boat and Gyokusendo Cave. The underwater glass-bottom boat was actually pretty good, but the weather wasn't great when we came, and the underwater visibility was very poor. Fortunately, we still saw schools of fish, but they weren't clear. I had been to Gyokusendo Cave myself before and thought it was good, so I brought my mom to visit again. Moreover, after wandering around Okinawa World, there is also the Gangala Valley attraction across the street, which you can combine with it, very 👍.

I was very satisfied with this Ishigaki Island Blue Cave snorkeling tour! We were originally scheduled for the northern Blue Cave, but due to poor sea conditions that day, the shop thoughtfully changed the location to an alternative spot in the south, and the overall arrangement was very smooth. Our guide, Makoto-san, was very enthusiastic, not only carefully explaining the marine environment and safety precautions, but also taking photos and videos of everyone in the water, leaving us with many wonderful memories. The seawater was clear, and the corals and fish were colorful. I highly recommend this to anyone who is snorkeling for the first time or wants to easily enjoy the underwater world!

Halloween night exploration of the tropical jungle, thanks to guide Jiro for leading, saw the coconut crab which is better seen than heard, as well as fireflies and beautiful starlight, a perfect evening.

A huge shout-out to our snorkeling guide! Akari，Her professionalism was undeniable. She gave a very detailed safety briefing before we entered the water and constantly checked on each of us underwater, pointing out interesting marine life, which made us feel completely at ease. What pleasantly surprised us even more was that on the ride back, she enthusiastically introduced us to must-try local Ishigaki dishes (like Ishigaki beef) and even recommended specific restaurants based on our tastes—she was like a "food tour guide"! The most thoughtful part was that at the end of the tour, unlike most groups that drop you at a central point, she drove each and every one of us back to our respective hotels, taking away all our transportation worries. This impeccable service made the entire experience so much more enjoyable!

A very cost-effective option. Since I wasn't planning to visit Churaumi Aquarium or DMM Kariyushi Aquarium, this combo was perfect when choosing other attractions.

Coach: Akari is professional and attentive. During the snorkeling trip, my wife got sick and vomited. Thank you, Akari, for your continuous concern for my wife's condition until the end. It was very thoughtful. Due to typhoon interference, the snorkeling location was changed, and swimming directly out was a first for me. It was a super great experience. The coach also uses a GoPro to take photos for everyone. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to go!

I don't speak Japanese well, so Akari guided me. She's fluent in English and incredibly energetic, so I was able to laugh and talk throughout the tour. I highly recommend this tour!

the Phantom Island is 100% a must-go destination when visiting Ishigaki. The four tour guides who took care of us were very kind, professional and helpful.