Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1EUR = 176.50JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
APR - JUN
Pleasant weather and fewer tourists before peak summer.
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Top things to do in Ishigaki
Ishigaki Yaima Village Admission Ticket
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Instant confirmation
(104) • 5K+ booked
From
€ 5.75
Retail: € 6.79
Okinawa Ishigaki Island Taketomi Island Water Buffalo Cart Sightseeing & Round-Trip Ferry Ticket
7+ hrs
Free cancellation
(25) • 1K+ booked
€ 40.50
Ishigaki Island: Stargazing & Jungle Night Tour (Okinawa)
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English guided
Evening departure
(243) • 4K+ booked
€ 30.55
Blue Coral Ishigaki Island Kabira Bay Glass Boat
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
(25) • 1K+ booked
€ 13.65
Ishigaki Island: "Phantom Island" Hamajima Landing & Boat Snorkeling (Half-Day Tour)
English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
(175) • 3K+ booked
From
€ 47.59
Sea Turtle Snorkel & Blue Cave Exploration 3-Hour Tour! 《Free Pick-up! Free GoPro Photo Data》
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English guided
Morning departure
(82) • 1K+ booked
€ 43.65
€ 16.99
Retail: € 32.75
[Ishigaki Island/Half-Day] Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling (Okinawa)
English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
(203) • 3K+ booked
€ 46.15
Ishigaki Island Private Customizable One Day Charter Tour
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
(26) • 200+ booked
€ 241.09
Ishigaki Island Stalactite Cave
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(20) • 1K+ booked
€ 6.79
Okinawa Ishigaki Island Mangrove Forest Half-day Tour (SUP/Canoe)
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English guided
Morning departure
(64) • 800+ booked
€ 52.39
Okinawa Ishigaki Island Private Chartered Car Day Tour・Customized Itinerary
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
(11) • 50+ booked
€ 195.49
Hotels in Ishigaki
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Reviews of Ishigaki activities
Yau *****
2026-07-08 11:43:34
Gliding across the water at sunset turned out to be one of the most peaceful moments of my entire trip in Ishigaki. Our guide, Yoshi-san, kept the pace relaxed, giving us plenty of time to take photos, enjoy the view, and just sit still in the middle of the water. He also gave us Ishigaki jasmine tea and pineapple as refreshments during our break.
Just before sunset, to test our abilities in the water - Yoshi-san gave us a mission to glide between 2 large rocks (completely safe don’t worry) and that made everything more exciting than it already was!
Yoshi-san also helped us take many memorable photos during the entire kayaking experience. If you’re looking for something that’s both adventurous and calming, this sunset kayaking tour is perfect. It’s beginner‑friendly, incredibly scenic, and a beautiful way to end the day. 10/10, would recommend!
Klook-Nutzer
2026-10-11 01:42:07
We had a wonderful and eventful private tour with Takashi. Takashi is an amazing guide and introduced us to the island in an adventurous and natural way. The food was also super delicious. Thank you so much!
Utilisateur Klook
2026-07-18 11:19:01
We had booked the canoe and snorkeling on Phantom Island’s day, unfortunately due to the weather we had to go snorkelling at the Blue Cave. The two sites, the mangroves and the Blue Cave are beautiful so we had a great time. I think that the day is very well suited for families with children or for people who are not very comfortable in canoeing and/or snorkeling, but don’t expect to travel many miles in a canoe or swim. The organization is very well done, the equipment is adapted and in very good condition,... but above all, we were lucky to have a great guide, a thousand thanks to Tom who has such a super positive energy, is very nice and funny, who speaks perfectly english, he gave everything to make sure we had great photos, so he was very involved in making sure we had a great day. Thanks again Tom !
Klook User
2026-08-27 01:47:32
Yoshi is a fantastic guide. We had an amazing time, we went to a few different areas and Yoshi explained about the different Mangrove trees. We had a rest stop with snacks under a canopy of Mangroves. He also found a Mangrove Clam on the river floor. It was an early start due to the tide times, but absolutely worth it! We had a private tour and an amazing experience.
Lam *******
2026-08-23 12:56:27
Experience: If it's your first time visiting Ishigaki and you have more time for another snorkeling trip, I would recommend this. First, we went snorkeling near Taketomi Island. Unfortunately, the visibility was low that day, so we couldn't clearly see the coral and fish from the surface. Luckily, our guide Chloe free-dove and captured clearer images, even encountering Limo! This activity lasted about 45 minutes before we headed to Yumejima (Dream Island). We spent about 30 minutes on the island for close-up viewing/photography before returning. The total trip was approximately 3 hours.
Li *********
2026-07-19 14:21:23
Natsune and Haruka were amazing! super friendly and made sure everyone in the tour were well looked after! The kids enjoyed their first proper snorkel experience! we saw three sea turtles!
教練：professional and friendly
設備：all prepared for! just needed to bring ourselves, water and towels!
Klook User
2026-06-07 10:23:17
It was a speechlessly awesome experience! Our guide was very easygoing and spoke great English. The price was very reasonable, but the memories are absolutely priceless. I highly recommend this to anyone who is still hesitant!
클룩 고객
2026-10-14 10:20:19
Highly recommended if you come to Ishigaki 👍👍 Even if you're not a great swimmer, there's no pressure at all haha. Our guide, Sho, took us to amazingly beautiful spots and even to a sea turtle habitat. It felt like watching a Japanese movie set in Ishigaki, from the start of the tour and seeing the first sea turtle to exploring various gorgeous spots underwater—I was just so happy 😀 You spend about an hour in the water, and the underwater world is truly magnificent. There are no restrooms or convenience stores nearby, so it's a good idea to use the restroom and grab drinks beforehand! Thank you so much, Sho, for providing such a wonderful experience. I will definitely book a tour with Happy Marine Shop again next time! ☺️
Lam *******
2026-08-19 08:14:28
I visited Ishigaki Island again. Last time, due to a typhoon, our snorkeling trip was changed to kayaking. This time, I signed up for both activities. Kayaking was still a lot of fun; being among the mangroves felt very therapeutic. The only minor downside was that too many people were doing/starting the activity at the same time. This was my first time snorkeling in Ishigaki, and the water was incredibly clear. I saw many fish unique to Ishigaki Island, and I even encountered a sea turtle! I felt very lucky! However, a small incident occurred during the trip. I won't go into details, but I want to commend our guide, Isa, for her quick thinking, which allowed the rest of the group (including me) to continue the tour with another leader! Although I didn't get many memorable photos, I would definitely recommend this to friends visiting Ishigaki!
Ishigaki at a glance
Quick facts about Ishigaki
General info
What to know before visiting Ishigaki
What to do in Ishigaki
Ishigaki is best known for water activities, followed by outdoor & sports activities, historical sites and a mix of tours and cruises — these categories lead visitor bookings year-round. Klook booking data shows water activities account for the largest share, with typical bookings concentrated in summer. Demand follows a clear seasonal rhythm: the island sees its highest demand in July and June and much lower demand in December and January. If you’re choosing when to go, decide whether you want peak summer energy or quieter off-season calm — Klook booking data helps you match activities to the island’s rhythm.
When to visit and price rhythm
The busiest months are June and July, with July the single peak month and demand more than double a typical month; December is the quietest month with demand well below average. Prices move through the year too: Klook booking data shows the priciest month is May and the lowest prices appear in December, so price and demand don’t always peak together. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider December or January; for full summer atmosphere and the widest water-activity offerings aim for June–July.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Very quiet | MYR 158 |
| February | Very quiet | MYR 182 |
| March | Quieter than usual | MYR 215 |
| April | Busier than usual | MYR 203 |
| May | Busier than usual | MYR 312 |
| June | Peak demand | MYR 211 |
| July | Peak demand | MYR 243 |
| August | Quieter than usual | MYR 215 |
| September | Quieter than usual | MYR 235 |
| October | Quieter than usual | MYR 223 |
| November | Quieter than usual | MYR 195 |
| December | Very quiet | MYR 158 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from Malaysia
Most travellers from Malaysia book about 5 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking roughly 18 days out; Klook booking data shows this pattern. That means you can often be flexible and book activities a few days before travel, but in the June–July peak months it pays to lock popular water activities earlier. Use Klook to compare available slots and secure timed activities when you see the combination of price and schedule you want — bookings on the platform reflect past demand and help you avoid sold-out dates while still leaving room for last-minute adjustments.
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- 1 Club Med Kabira Resort - All Inclusive Pass
- 2 Blue Coral Ishigaki Island Kabira Bay Glass Boat
- 3 Ishigaki Yaima Village Admission Ticket
- 4 [Ishigaki Island/Half-Day] Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling (Okinawa)
- 5 Ishigaki Island: 1-Day Tour Mangrove SUP & Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling
- 6 Ishigaki Island: Stargazing & Jungle Night Tour (Okinawa)
- 7 Okinawa Ishigaki Island & Taketomi Island: Choose from popular activities + Taketomi Island sightseeing
- 8 Ishigaki Island Private Customizable One Day Charter Tour
- 9 Ishigaki Island Starry Night Cruise (Okinawa)