Ilha de Ishigaki/Pôr do sol, tour de observação de vaga-lumes Yaeyama Hime, por tempo limitado (Okinawa)

Instructor: Leia Safety: The pre-survey via QR code was thorough and gave me confidence, which was great. Location: It was a short walk to a location with many fireflies, which was fantastic❣️ Experience: I didn't have high expectations because I had experienced fireflies in Bohol, Philippines, but this was overwhelmingly much better, and everything was truly perfect. Equipment: I was touched that they even rented out clean, well-fitting rain boots on a rainy day.

Akari san was extremely passionate about leading this jungle night tour! In our journey to the jungles, she gave us plenty of background information about Ishigaki and what to expect on the tour. When we got to the jungles, Akari san was always on the lookout for different creatures such as coconut crabs, blueberry crabs, and plenty of bugs and spiders! She would then provide some background and help us take pictures. We were also lucky to see stars that night when the sky cleared up. Overall, this is a 10/10 experience - certainly a much better experience with Akari san as our guide.

Everyone, haha, look for HINA (Hina) as your tour guide!! Haha, to get straight to the point, we enjoyed the tour with Hina so much that after the firefly tour, we additionally booked a snorkeling tour and an Iriomote canoe & canyoning tour!! Hina-san was kind and friendly throughout the tour, making it really enjoyable! Although it doesn't show well in photos, when you actually see the fireflies, there are almost hundreds of them, I think..! Being surrounded by fireflies felt like being in the movie Avatar ☺️✨ And it was great that Hina-san cleverly showed us spots where the fireflies were incredibly visible, and she also shared local restaurants, an ice cream shop with a beautiful sunset view, and tips (?) for buying unique souvenirs, which allowed us to make the most of our trip!! For those who want to have a fun trip, I highly recommend Hina as your guide!!

We had an absolutely magical experience on the Yaeyama Hime Firefly Viewing Tour, and we owe it all to our fantastic Japanese guide, Hina. From the moment the tour started, she was incredibly kind and welcoming. Hina shared so many helpful tips on how to spot and appreciate the fireflies, which made the experience so much better for us. She truly went out of her way to ensure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. Her warm personality made the whole evening feel special and joyful. Thank you, Hina, for such a beautiful night!

Sebastian was our guide, he spoke great English and was very friendly all the time. He gave us an introduction to the city as well as the fireflies on our way to the site, he even stopped in the middle at an observation deck for us to take photos of the city. He explained everything very nicely to ensure everyone’s safety, and communication was also smooth. Luckily the weather was nice and we did indeed see so many fireflies. Fantastic experience and I’d definitely recommend it!

✅ Recommended for: Anyone who wants to experience a mysterious natural environment! (No age limit!) ✅ Tip: You can communicate via WhatsApp after booking, so it's convenient to contact them in advance with any questions or regarding pickup! ✅ Don't give up on the tour just because it's raining! [Tour Review] When we went, it was raining heavily, so the guide (Sebastian) asked us during pickup if we still wanted to do the tour, saying we might not see fireflies. Even if we didn't see them, we wanted to have a new experience, so we went, and we were so happy to see so many fireflies! It was wonderful to experience the surreal natural environment straight out of a Japanese animation. Although it was a bit disappointing that we couldn't see stars because the weather was cloudy, we were glad to have seen so many fireflies! Sebastian communicated well in English, explained various local restaurants, and meticulously guided us for our safety and comfort! If you want a special experience in Ishigaki, definitely check it out~

On April 9, 2026, seeing that the weather was good, I only signed up at noon and received a WhatsApp message within an hour. The tour guide spoke English, so communication was perfectly fine. The provided city hotel pick-up and water boots were very convenient. The guide managed the time perfectly, arriving just before dark. There was still a little light when we walked into the jungle, and then it gradually became completely dark. We really saw as many fireflies as in the official pictures. Occasionally, a few would fly close to us, but we were told not to touch them. The guide repeatedly warned us not to use our phones or take photos, and most people on site followed the rules. If children are afraid of the dark, be aware, because it really is completely dark! You can't even see the guide's face; you rely on hearing their voice to know when to gather.

Our guide, Hina, personally led and drove us, making for a very comfortable and satisfying trip. She meticulously introduced us to delicious local restaurants and desserts, which enriched our Ishigaki trip even further. Thanks to her, we were able to spend special time with our family watching fireflies, and experiencing fireflies in Ishigaki, which are not easily seen in Korean cities, made for an even more meaningful day.

Our Firefly Viewing Tour in Ishigaki was absolutely magical and far exceeded our expectations. Witnessing the Yaeyama fireflies create a 'carpet of light' across the jungle floor felt like stepping into a scene from a fairytale. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, explaining the fireflies' unique 30-minute glowing window and ensuring we stayed quiet to protect the ecosystem. Even without photos (which are restricted to protect the insects), the memory of hundreds of tiny blinking lights is something I’ll never forget. Truly a must-do for nature lovers!

They asked if we still wanted to go on the trip as the weather wasn't the best, but we decided to continue and try our luck with the fireflies. However, the Klook itinerary stated the meetup time was 6 PM, but the tour guide did not inform us beforehand that it had been changed to 7 PM. We waited at the meetup point for 15 minutes until they told us it was 7 PM. Nonetheless, we were lucky to see many fireflies along the trail.