Ishigaki and Taketomi Full-Day Island Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide
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Wonderful trip!
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Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Available Daily
English, Japanese, Chinese
Pick-up available
Lunch
Early booking discount
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Schedule
Meet at Ishigaki Port/ Pick-up at hotel
Explore Ishigaki Island, the economic and tourist hub of the Yaeyama Islands and the third largest in Okinawa Prefecture.
The tour includes a drive-by of Gongendo and Torinji, a visit to the Chinese Tomb commemorating victims of the Robert Brown incident, and a 45-minute stop at Kabira Park. A scenic spot awarded 3stars by the Green Michelin Guide, offers stunning views and optional glass boat rides (payable on-site).
Enjoy a lunch break at Aunt Poza's Table, a restaurant boasting a panoramic view of Kabira Bay. Relish a traditional Okinawan hamburger lunch on the breezy terrace, surrounded by the island's natural beauty.
View the Yae-Yama Palm grove in Yonehara and visit the Tamatorizaki Observatory (15 mins) for panoramic views of the emerald sea, easily accessible from the parking area. The tour also includes a drive-by view of the mangroves along the Miyara River.
Arrive at the bus terminal and walk to Ishigaki Port Ritou Terminal
Upon arrival, you will be guided to the water buffalo cart station by a shuttle bus. For the return trip, please make your own way from the water buffalo cart station to the port.
Explore the traditional Ryukyu village of Taketomi Island, designated as an Important Traditional Building Preservation Area. Surrounded by emerald green seas, the island features attractions like Kondoi Beach, perfect for family swimming, and Kaiji Beach, known for its star-shaped sand.
Relax on a 30-minute traditional water buffalo cart ride around Taketomi Island, offering a glimpse into Okinawa's past. Navigate narrow paths while listening to local folk music, providing a truly immersive cultural experience.
Use the free time to explore the island at your leisure. Visit the Akayama Observatory for stunning views of the village, relax in a local café, or rent a bicycle to venture further to Kondoi Beach or Kaiji Beach, enjoying the island's natural beauty at your own pace.
You can choose your return trip from Taketomi Port at 16:00 or 17:00.
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- Credit card payment
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- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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- Children under the age of 5 will travel for free when accompanied by one adult. An additional fee will be needed for additional children.
- During the tour, please have the child sit on the lap of an adult.
- The tour will proceed even in case of rain. Please bring appropriate wear and umbrellas.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- If you wish to ride the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, payment will occur on location.
- There will not be a guide on the boat to Taketomi, but a guide will be waiting for you on the island.
- This tour is operated only in Japanese, however, multilingual audio guides in English, Chinese, and Korean are available for rent, free of charge. Please note that there is a limit in the number of devices and cannot guarantee one. Audio Guide Manual and Yaeyama Map.pdf
- A free shuttle bus is available between the designated hotel and Ishigaki Port. Please speak to the staff on the day of use. 2024H1_Dream Bus Time Table(English).pdf