For those who find snorkeling a bit lacking! Experience free diving on a single breath.
Our full-day course also includes snorkeling in a manta ray area!
We'll guide you to the day's best spots in Ishigaki's captivating waters!
We offer a small-group experience with a 1:4 guide-to-guest ratio, catering to your swimming level.
Ready to dive into the ocean without a tank?
What to expect
Ishigaki's ocean, one breath! Dive past snorkeling into vibrant worlds. We find the day's best spots: clear water, colorful fish, coral. Full-day includes manta ray snorkeling!
About this experience
Starting at
08:30
Schedule
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Meet at Toyoko Inn Ishigaki's front entrance, or downtown Ishigaki hotel pickup.
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Meeting point
We'll handle your check-in and equipment fitting.
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※Information※
We will inform you of the exact meeting or pickup time the day before.
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Departure
We'll take you to the best spots of the day, chosen according to wind direction! On calm days, we can even venture to Hateruma Island, Hatoma Island, or Oku-Iriomote!
＜Boat Facilities＞ ■Roof/Shade: Available ■Restroom: Available ■Changing Room: Not Available ■Shower: Not Available
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Briefing & Lecture
Boat-side gear explanation. Instructor demonstrates skin dive; watch from ladder. Then, practice. Floats available for less confident swimmers. Wetsuit-clad instructors ready to assist immediately. Feel secure, enjoy!
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Skin Diving Experience
Dive into an underwater world beyond what snorkeling offers! Explore crystal-clear blue waters teeming with diverse tropical fish and vibrant coral reefs.
You'll enjoy a total of three dives throughout the day (morning and afternoon combined), subject to ocean conditions.
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Lunchtime
We'll provide you with a bento box, so please enjoy it during your break.
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Skin Diving Experience
Enjoy skin diving at a spot with vast coral reefs! If you're lucky, you might even spot a sea turtle!
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Manta Ray Snorkeling Experience
We'll take you to spots where manta rays are frequently sighted, allowing you to enjoy snorkeling alongside these magnificent creatures.
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Please note
Weather may prevent reaching manta points.
Manta sightings are not guaranteed.
Snorkeling only at manta points; no skin diving.
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Return to port
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Dismissal at Toyoko Inn Ishigakijima, or Ishigaki City hotel drop-off.
Location and Directions
Check-in / Check-out
Toyoko Inn Ishigaki
3-2-12 Hamasaki-cho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Reviews
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The lowest.
Posted Date: 2023/07/15
まなや
Although it was great to see manta rays on the day of the tour, two weeks later, I still haven't received all the photos. When I inquired via email, the response was terrible. They don't even know how to write a business email, and there was no apology. Even though I was upset, they sent a message with an emoticon like "m(._.)m," making it feel like they were emailing a local friend rather than a customer. In the end, there wasn't a single photo of us (I was aware that we were being photographed… Although it was great to see manta rays on the day of the tour, two weeks later, I still haven't received all the photos. When I inquired via email, the response was terrible. They don't even know how to write a business email, and there was no apology. Even though I was upset, they sent a message with an emoticon like "m(._.)m," making it feel like they were emailing a local friend rather than a customer. In the end, there wasn't a single photo of us (I was aware that we were being photographed underwater), and they seemed to find it troublesome to issue a refund. There was no proper apology until the very end. This is beyond disrespectful. 当日はマンタも見れてよかったものの 2週間たっても全ての写真は送られて来ず メールで問い合わせしたところ対応が最悪。 ビジネスメールの仕方も知らない、謝罪も無い。 こっちキレてるのにm(._.)m顔文字つけてくるとか 地元の先輩にメールしてるのかと思うぐらいw 結局、私達が写った写真は1枚も無く（水中で撮られた自覚有り）めんどくさかったのか返金対応に。 最後までまともな謝罪は無かった。 馬鹿にしてるにもほどがある。
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Comfortable free diving
Posted Date: 2022/07/06
みなみ
I usually went snorkeling with just a regular mask, but since I could borrow long fins that make diving easier, I participated in this tour for the first time. It was very easy to dive and I had a lot of fun! Personally, I was most excited to see the inflated pufferfish! It was great that they took a lot of photos and videos and shared them with us! I was worried about the weather being bad on the day of the tour, but it was nice that they adjusted the snorkeling locations according to the day's… I usually went snorkeling with just a regular mask, but since I could borrow long fins that make diving easier, I participated in this tour for the first time. It was very easy to dive and I had a lot of fun! Personally, I was most excited to see the inflated pufferfish! It was great that they took a lot of photos and videos and shared them with us! I was worried about the weather being bad on the day of the tour, but it was nice that they adjusted the snorkeling locations according to the day's conditions. I think if I participated for two consecutive days, they would probably take me to different spots! However, one concern I had was that there were two boats moving together, and there were a lot of participants, which made it a bit difficult to swim at times. I think it would be easier to swim if they increased the number of staff and helped to spread out the participants a bit more. I’m not the only one who felt this way, but with the long fins, I bumped into other participants a few times. Next time, I want to go see manta rays!! Thank you! いつも普通のシュノーケリングで素潜りをしていましたが、潜りやすい長いフィンを借りられるということで、初めてこちらのツアーに参加しました。 とても潜りやすくて、楽しかったです！ 個人的には膨らんだハリセンボンを見ることができたのが一番テンションが上がりました！ 写真や動画もたくさん撮ってくださって、共有してくださったのが良かったです！ 当日天気が悪そうで、ツアー大丈夫かなぁと心配していましたが、その日のコンディションに合わせてシュノーケリングをする場所を変えてくださるようで、その点もとても良いなと思いまし… いつも普通のシュノーケリングで素潜りをしていましたが、潜りやすい長いフィンを借りられるということで、初めてこちらのツアーに参加しました。 とても潜りやすくて、楽しかったです！ 個人的には膨らんだハリセンボンを見ることができたのが一番テンションが上がりました！ 写真や動画もたくさん撮ってくださって、共有してくださったのが良かったです！ 当日天気が悪そうで、ツアー大丈夫かなぁと心配していましたが、その日のコンディションに合わせてシュノーケリングをする場所を変えてくださるようで、その点もとても良いなと思いました。恐らく、2日連続で参加しても、別のスポットに連れて行ってくれるんじゃないかな、と思います！ ただ、気になった点としては、船が2槽一緒に動いていて、参加者が非常に多く、少し泳ぎづらいと感じるタイミングが何度かあった点です。もう少しスタッフの人数を増やして、泳ぐときに少し分散させてもらえるとより泳ぎやすいと思います。私だけではないと思いますが、ただでさえ長いフィンなので何度か他の参加者の方とぶつかってしまいました。 今度はマンタを見に行きたいです！！ ありがとうございました
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Manta and sea turtle
Posted Date: 2023/02/10
たたた
I went skin diving for the first time, and it was a lot of fun because they explained everything clearly beforehand! I participated in the half-day course, and there were several manta rays and sea turtles, so it became a wonderful memory swimming close to them! Since I get seasick, I think it's better to take motion sickness medication beforehand.初めてスキンダイビングをしましたが、事前に分かりやすく教えてくれるのでとても楽しめました！ 半日コースの参加でしたが、何匹もマンタとウミガメがいて、近くで一緒に泳げたのでとても良い思い出になりました！ 船酔いするので、酔い止めは飲んで行った方が良いと思います。
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It's unfortunate that the weather was bad.
Posted Date: 2023/02/27
海好き
Due to bad weather, the waves were high, so we changed our skin diving point to a calmer location. They provided us with fleece and jackets, so we weren't cold. The meals were also good, with warm rice and soup. It seems they are using a drone to search for manta rays, so I think there’s a high chance of encountering them. I would like to visit again when it gets warmer during the holidays. Thank you very much.悪天候だったため波が高く、穏やかな場所にポイントを変えてのスキンダイビングになりました フリースやジャケットを貸してもらえるため寒くはなかったです 食事も温かいご飯やスープでよかったです ドローンでマンタを探されてるらしくかなりの高確率で出会えるのではないかと思います また暖かくなって連休に遊びに行きたいと思います ありがとうございました
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I saw a manta ray!!
Posted Date: 2023/03/03
AKIO
We set sail with concerns about whether we would encounter manta rays due to the strong winds and cold, but after three dives, we were able to see them twice, which was thrilling! The pork miso soup for lunch, the foot bath (?), and the cold weather measures were all perfect, making it very comfortable. I want to go again when it gets warmer!強風と寒さでマンタに会えるかどうか不安を抱えながら出航しましたが、3回ダイブして2回も遭遇することができて感動しました‼︎ お昼の豚汁や足湯(?笑笑)や防寒対策も完璧でとても快適でした。 暖かくなったらまた行きたいと思います‼︎
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skin diving
Posted Date: 2023/04/25
Sada
I participated in the afternoon half-day tour hoping to see manta rays. Unfortunately, due to bad weather, I couldn't see any, but I heard that those who participated for the full day saw many in the morning, which I envy. However, I am confident that there are manta rays in the same area, and I would like to try again next time. During the two skin diving sessions, I was able to see many turtles and sea snakes, which was truly moving and exciting. The staff were also kind and friendly, and I wa… I participated in the afternoon half-day tour hoping to see manta rays. Unfortunately, due to bad weather, I couldn't see any, but I heard that those who participated for the full day saw many in the morning, which I envy. However, I am confident that there are manta rays in the same area, and I would like to try again next time. During the two skin diving sessions, I was able to see many turtles and sea snakes, which was truly moving and exciting. The staff were also kind and friendly, and I want to come back again for another attempt. マンタ見たさに半日午後で参加してきました。 あいにく天候不良でマンタは見れずでしたが1日参加の方々は午前に沢山見れたとの事、羨ましい。 ただ同じ海域にマンタがいる事は確信 次回再チャレンジしたく思います。 2回のスキンダイビングでカメやウミヘビなど沢山見れて感動感激でした。 スタッフの方々も優しく親切で次回再チャレンジしに再来したく思います。
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It became a great memory!
Posted Date: 2023/05/07
カクレクマノミ
We participated in skin diving in the afternoon with our family. The weather was nice, and the sea was relatively calm. They took us to two dive spots. The kids were thrilled to swim with the colorful fish. Although we didn't see any sea turtles or manta rays, we were happy to encounter the cute clownfish. After swimming, we got cold, but they helped warm us up with hot water and lent us jackets, which was great for the kids. They also took family photos and pictures while we were diving, so … We participated in skin diving in the afternoon with our family. The weather was nice, and the sea was relatively calm. They took us to two dive spots. The kids were thrilled to swim with the colorful fish. Although we didn't see any sea turtles or manta rays, we were happy to encounter the cute clownfish. After swimming, we got cold, but they helped warm us up with hot water and lent us jackets, which was great for the kids. They also took family photos and pictures while we were diving, so we were able to create wonderful memories. They kindly returned to help us retrieve our forgotten items and drove us to the changing area, which was really helpful. Thank you very much! ✨ 家族で午後スキンダイビングに参加しました。お天気も良くて、海も比較的穏やかでした。 ２ヶ所ポイントに連れて行ってくれました。 色鮮やかな魚達と一緒に泳げて子ども達も大興奮でした。海ガメやマンタには会えませんでしたが、可愛いカクレクマノミに会えて嬉しかったです。 泳いだ後は、身体が冷えて寒かったですがお湯をかけてくれたり、上着を貸してくれたので子ども達も身体を温めることが出来て良かったです。 家族写真と潜っている写真も撮ってくれたので思い出が残せました。 忘れ物を取りに戻ってくださったり、着替える場所まで車… 家族で午後スキンダイビングに参加しました。お天気も良くて、海も比較的穏やかでした。 ２ヶ所ポイントに連れて行ってくれました。 色鮮やかな魚達と一緒に泳げて子ども達も大興奮でした。海ガメやマンタには会えませんでしたが、可愛いカクレクマノミに会えて嬉しかったです。 泳いだ後は、身体が冷えて寒かったですがお湯をかけてくれたり、上着を貸してくれたので子ども達も身体を温めることが出来て良かったです。 家族写真と潜っている写真も撮ってくれたので思い出が残せました。 忘れ物を取りに戻ってくださったり、着替える場所まで車で送ってくださり、本当に助かりました。 ありがとうございました✨
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It was fun!
Posted Date: 2023/07/16
さつき
I had a wonderful day enjoying the ocean! I would love to come back again. I didn't get to see a manta ray, so I'm looking forward to next time!一日海を満喫出来ました！ またぜひお世話になりたいです。 マンタに逢えなかったので、次回に期待です！
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I had fun even as a beginner.
Posted Date: 2023/07/18
KIRISHIMA
During the July holiday, there were many participants, with a mix of veterans and beginners. On the boat heading out, we received various explanations and were taught some simple skin diving tips, and then it was time to practice. I always keep in mind to imitate those who are skilled, so I started by observing different people. After about five minutes of observation, I tried diving while imagining the tips I had just heard, and I managed to dive about 2 to 3 meters. However, my ears started to… During the July holiday, there were many participants, with a mix of veterans and beginners. On the boat heading out, we received various explanations and were taught some simple skin diving tips, and then it was time to practice. I always keep in mind to imitate those who are skilled, so I started by observing different people. After about five minutes of observation, I tried diving while imagining the tips I had just heard, and I managed to dive about 2 to 3 meters. However, my ears started to hurt, so I surfaced for a moment. After calming my breathing, I tried again, and this time I managed to dive about 3 to 4 meters while equalizing my ears. But I struggled with my left ear... After several attempts, I realized that after pinching my nose and equalizing my right ear, swallowing helped clear my left ear, which was a bit of a complicated personal method, but I managed to overcome it and eventually was able to dive about 5 to 6 meters. I think everyone should experience skin diving, which combines the best of scuba diving and snorkeling at least once. It became a wonderful memory. *Unfortunately, the manta ray snorkeling in the afternoon was disappointing as no mantas appeared. But it's natural, so it can't be helped.* 7月連休での参加で参加者は多くベテラン勢と初心者が半々ぐらいだった印象です。沖に向かう船でいろいろ説明を受け簡単なスキンダイビングのコツを教えてもらい、いざ実践。何事も上手な人のマネをする！を肝に銘じているので最初はいろんな人を観察。５分ほど観察してさっき聞いたコツをイメージしつつやってみたら２，３mぐらい潜れました。ただすぐに耳が痛くなり一旦浮上。呼吸を整え再チャレンジし次は耳抜きし３，４mぐらい潜れました。が左耳だけ耳抜きがうまくできず、、、。何度かチャレンジしてて気が付いたことがあり右耳は鼻… 7月連休での参加で参加者は多くベテラン勢と初心者が半々ぐらいだった印象です。沖に向かう船でいろいろ説明を受け簡単なスキンダイビングのコツを教えてもらい、いざ実践。何事も上手な人のマネをする！を肝に銘じているので最初はいろんな人を観察。５分ほど観察してさっき聞いたコツをイメージしつつやってみたら２，３mぐらい潜れました。ただすぐに耳が痛くなり一旦浮上。呼吸を整え再チャレンジし次は耳抜きし３，４mぐらい潜れました。が左耳だけ耳抜きがうまくできず、、、。何度かチャレンジしてて気が付いたことがあり右耳は鼻をつまんで耳抜きしたあと唾を飲むと左耳が抜けるというめんどくさい私オリジナルの仕様でなんとかクリアでき最終的には５，６mぐらい？潜れるようになりました。スキューバとシュノーケリングの良いとこ取りなスキンダイビングは一度は経験した方が良いと思います。良い思い出になりました。 ※午後からのマンタシュノーケリングはマンタが現れず残念。自然のものなので仕方ないです。
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The manta ray didn't appear, though.
Posted Date: 2023/07/19
トンガリ
The weather and visibility were great conditions. However, no matter how long we waited, the manta rays did not appear. It was disappointing, but the staff were very kind and reliable, making it a wonderful memory!天気、透明度も好条件でしたが。 待てども待てども、マンタは現れてくれませんでした。 残念でしたが、スタッフの皆さんはとても親切で頼り甲斐もあり、とても良い思い出になりました！
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Just like the photo.
Posted Date: 2023/08/25
ふみやん
I experienced a one-day course in late August 2023, and it was great to be able to dive four times! Although I didn't see any manta rays, I heard there's a high chance of encountering them. I was also told that there's a 90% chance of seeing sea turtles, and I actually got to see one! It was nice that we could spend more time in the water compared to other snorkeling experiences.2023.8月後半に1日コースを体験しましたが、4回もダイビングができて非常によかったです！ マンタは見れなかったですが、高確率で会えるそう。ウミガメも9割会えるとのことで、実際会えました！他のシュノーケリング体験よりも長い時間海に入れるのでよかったです。
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Skin diving and manta snorkeling
Posted Date: 2023/10/22
S.T
This was my second time participating, following last year. In the morning, after being picked up from the hotel, we moved to the port. It was a mixed group of scuba and skin diving. Before departure, during equipment selection, I chose a long fin (with no additional charge, which was great). To combat the cold underwater, I also added a top (with an extra 1 kg weight). We quickly moved by boat to the first point. Generally, it was a shallow area, but we were also taken to a drop-off point excee… This was my second time participating, following last year. In the morning, after being picked up from the hotel, we moved to the port. It was a mixed group of scuba and skin diving. Before departure, during equipment selection, I chose a long fin (with no additional charge, which was great). To combat the cold underwater, I also added a top (with an extra 1 kg weight). We quickly moved by boat to the first point. Generally, it was a shallow area, but we were also taken to a drop-off point exceeding 10 meters. After that, we went to the second point. This spot had beautiful coral and many creatures, and various diving boats were gathered there, but our guide skillfully led us. We spotted large creatures like a sea turtle with a small shark, but since they were staying on the seabed, I utilized the propulsion of the long fin and descended while repeatedly equalizing my ears, managing to catch a glimpse of them. (Advanced divers stayed in place to take photos). After lunch on the boat, we moved to the manta ray point. Upon arrival, we approached the manta rays while snorkeling (diving was prohibited). Due to the swell, it was difficult to advance, so some participants held onto the guide's float as we reached the point. There, four manta rays were majestically swimming around. However, surrounding them were dozens of scuba divers, creating a somewhat surreal scene with countless bubbles rising. Observing from above was necessary since snorkeling directly above the manta rays was prohibited. (In this regard, scuba participants might have better luck seeing manta rays swimming above them, which could be a bonus). Just as I was starting to get bored and feeling a bit seasick, it ended. We returned to the boat and headed back. After disembarking, I was dropped off in front of the shower facilities in the center of Ishigaki, marking the end of the trip. This is definitely more enjoyable than a snorkeling tour with a life jacket. If you have experience with snorkeling or scuba diving, it should be sufficient, but those with experience or licenses in skin diving will likely enjoy it even more. (I felt this way after participating last year, so I enrolled in skin diving lessons in my area). 昨年に続き二回目の参加。 朝。ホテルピックアップ後、港に移動。スクーバとスキンダイビングの混乗。出発前器材選択時、当方はロングフィンを選択(嬉しい追加料金無し)。水中での寒さ対策でタッパーの上着も追加(後1kgウエイト)。船で高速移動し、最初のポイント。基本的には浅場ですが 、10Mを超えるドロップポイントも連れていって頂きました。その後二つめのポイント。ここはきれいな珊瑚と生き物がたくさんあり、各社のダイビング船も大集結状態ですが、ガイドさんがうまく誘導。小判サメ付きウミガメなどの大物も発見頂くが、海底に… 昨年に続き二回目の参加。 朝。ホテルピックアップ後、港に移動。スクーバとスキンダイビングの混乗。出発前器材選択時、当方はロングフィンを選択(嬉しい追加料金無し)。水中での寒さ対策でタッパーの上着も追加(後1kgウエイト)。船で高速移動し、最初のポイント。基本的には浅場ですが 、10Mを超えるドロップポイントも連れていって頂きました。その後二つめのポイント。ここはきれいな珊瑚と生き物がたくさんあり、各社のダイビング船も大集結状態ですが、ガイドさんがうまく誘導。小判サメ付きウミガメなどの大物も発見頂くが、海底にとどまっているので、ロングフィンの推進力を活用し、耳抜きを繰り返しながら潜航し、目の前のご尊顔をなんとか拝見できました。(上級者の方はその場に留まり写真撮影)。船の上で昼食後、マンタポイントへ移動。到着後、シュノーケリング(潜水禁止)でマンタへ近づく。うねりがでて、進み難いため、一部参加者はガイドさんのフロートを掴みつつ、ポイント到着。そこでは4体のマンタが雄大に回遊していました。とはいえその下方周囲には何十人のスクーバダイバーが取り囲んでいて、無数の泡があがって来るのはややシュールな光景です。マンタの頭上でのシュノーケルは禁止事項のため斜め上からの観察。(この点はスクーバ参加の方が運がよければマンタが頭上を遊泳してくれるかもしれないので、お得かも)。そろそろ見飽きて、波酔いし始めたところで終了。船に戻り帰途につきました。 下船後、石垣中心部のシャワー施設前で車から下ろしてもらい、終了となりました。 ライフジャケット付きのシュノーケルツアーより楽しいこと確実です。シュノーケルやスクーバの経験があるならば十分とは思いますが、スキンダイビングの経験やライセンスなどある方はより楽しめるとは思います。(私は昨年参加してこの感想をもったので、居住地においてスキンダイビングの講習等に参加しました)
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We challenged ourselves to skin diving as a family!
Posted Date: 2024/05/04
ゆかりん
We tried skin diving for the first time as a family. It was great that they explained the tips for diving carefully. My middle school son and father seemed to enjoy skin diving, but my elementary school son and I got seasick and enjoyed snorkeling instead. Swimming with the scuba divers was a nice experience. I would like to go again until we can meet a manta ray.家族でスキンダイビングに初挑戦しました。 丁寧に潜るコツなどを説明してもらえたのが良かったです。中学生の息子と父はスキンダイビングを楽しめたようですが、私と小学生の息子は波に酔ってしまいシュノーケリングを楽しみました。スキューバの人と一緒に泳げたのはいい体験でした。マンタに会えるまでまた行ってみたいです。
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First skin diving.
Posted Date: 2024/05/05
Kim
I wanted to challenge myself with skin diving, so I decided to sign up. Although I was traveling alone, the staff were friendly and taught me the tips for diving in detail, allowing me to enjoy swimming. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see a manta ray, but I was happy to swim alongside a sea turtle surrounded by beautiful coral. I would like to participate again next time.スキンダイビングに挑戦したいと思い、思い切って申し込みました。 一人旅でしたが、スタッフの皆さんも気さくで、潜るコツも丁寧に教えて頂き、楽しんで泳ぐことができました。 マンタには残念ながら会えませんでしたが、きれいなサンゴに囲まれてウミガメと一緒に泳げて、幸せでした。 また次回も参加したいと思います。
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I had an experience just as described in the tour name! ★
Posted Date: 2025/04/24
りんりん
I'm glad we were able to search until we saw the manta rays! We also spotted sea turtles, and the coral was really beautiful.
Although it was at the stern of the boat, I rated it four stars because it allowed smoking. Even if the smoke doesn't come directly, if someone who smoked comes back and sits nearby, you can smell it, and I found it a bit unpleasant to have a smoking scene in such a lovely view.
The staff were very kind and seemed to take a lot of photos and videos, so I'm looking forward… I'm glad we were able to search until we saw the manta rays! We also spotted sea turtles, and the coral was really beautiful.
Although it was at the stern of the boat, I rated it four stars because it allowed smoking. Even if the smoke doesn't come directly, if someone who smoked comes back and sits nearby, you can smell it, and I found it a bit unpleasant to have a smoking scene in such a lovely view.
The staff were very kind and seemed to take a lot of photos and videos, so I'm looking forward to seeing them. I would love to join again! マンタが見えるまで探してもらい、ちゃんと見ることができてよかったです！ウミガメも見られたし、サンゴもとても素敵でした~ 船尾とはいえ、タバコ可な点が残念でしたので星4つとしました。煙がこなくても吸った人が戻ってきて近くに座れば匂いがしますし、せっかく素敵な景色のなかに喫煙風景が視界に入るのはちょっと嫌だな…と。 スタッフの方はとても親切で、たくさん写真や動画を撮ってくれたようなので見るのを楽しみにしています。また参加したいです！
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Choosing Kafu was the right decision!
Posted Date: 2021/09/01
M&M
I experienced skin diving for the first time, and at first, I was taught carefully and taken to various spots by boat. Unfortunately, I couldn't see manta rays at the spot where they are often seen, but I did encounter swimming sea turtles at a location where they were present. The beautiful coral reefs and the incredibly blue waters of Kuroshima were amazing! I also got to take a lot of photos, making great memories on my first trip to Ishigaki Island. When I come back to Ishigaki Island, I wil… I experienced skin diving for the first time, and at first, I was taught carefully and taken to various spots by boat. Unfortunately, I couldn't see manta rays at the spot where they are often seen, but I did encounter swimming sea turtles at a location where they were present. The beautiful coral reefs and the incredibly blue waters of Kuroshima were amazing! I also got to take a lot of photos, making great memories on my first trip to Ishigaki Island. When I come back to Ishigaki Island, I will definitely rely on you again! I look forward to it! For those who are unsure, I highly recommend Kafu! はじめてスキンダイビングを体験しましたが、最初丁寧に教えていただき、船でいろんなスポットに連れて行ってもらえました。マンタが良く出るというスポットでは残念ながら見れなかったですが、ウミガメのいるとこでは泳いでるウミガメと遭遇できました。また、サンゴが綺麗な海、他のところとは桁違いに青い黒島の海など最高でした！また、写真もいっぱい撮っていただけてはじめての石垣島で良い思い出になりました。また石垣島にきたときは絶対またこちらでお世話になりますっ！！そのときはまたよろしくお願いします！！迷われてる方、… はじめてスキンダイビングを体験しましたが、最初丁寧に教えていただき、船でいろんなスポットに連れて行ってもらえました。マンタが良く出るというスポットでは残念ながら見れなかったですが、ウミガメのいるとこでは泳いでるウミガメと遭遇できました。また、サンゴが綺麗な海、他のところとは桁違いに青い黒島の海など最高でした！また、写真もいっぱい撮っていただけてはじめての石垣島で良い思い出になりました。また石垣島にきたときは絶対またこちらでお世話になりますっ！！そのときはまたよろしくお願いします！！迷われてる方、カフーさんおすすめです！
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Enjoying skin diving with the family!
Posted Date: 2021/09/21
Yasu
We departed at 9 AM and took about 30-40 minutes to reach the dive points, where we did skin diving at two locations. We had lunch on the boat and then moved to a point where we could encounter manta rays, did one skin dive there, and then moved a bit more to do another skin dive. Unfortunately, we didn't see any manta rays, but we encountered plenty of sea turtles! Finally, we moved to another point and did our fifth skin dive.
It was a lot of fun to spend the whole day skin diving. I participat… We departed at 9 AM and took about 30-40 minutes to reach the dive points, where we did skin diving at two locations. We had lunch on the boat and then moved to a point where we could encounter manta rays, did one skin dive there, and then moved a bit more to do another skin dive. Unfortunately, we didn't see any manta rays, but we encountered plenty of sea turtles! Finally, we moved to another point and did our fifth skin dive.
It was a lot of fun to spend the whole day skin diving. I participated with my middle school child, and the guide was always there to support us, making it safe to join.
The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and even beginners could participate without any worries. During the dives, we received various tips and advice while on the surface, which was great.
The day before, we went snorkeling at Hamajima Beach, but unlike the beach, the scenery changes dramatically in deeper waters! Of course, deeper areas can be dangerous due to currents, but with a guide like Kafu Ishigaki, you can dive with peace of mind.
Additionally, life jackets are provided for those who are not confident swimmers, allowing them to float on the surface and snorkel, making it a great option for those who want to see beautiful scenery without diving.
We also had many photos taken. I brought my own GoPro, but the photos taken with a DSLR turned out much nicer. I would like to rely on Kafu Ishigaki again, so I look forward to working with you next time! 9時に出港して約3-40分ほどかけてポイントまで移動して2か所でスキンダイビング。途中船上で昼食をとって午後からマンタに出会えるポイントまで移動して1回スキンダイビングして、再度少し移動してもう一度スキンダイビング。残念ながらマンタには会えませんでしたが、ウミガメにはたくさん会えました！最後に別のポイントに移動して5回目のスキンダイビングをしてきました。
Hotel pickup at 8:05 AM, then a drive to the port. After fitting the fins, we headed to the boat. With the boat rocking, I was worried about seasickness as we set off!
Traveling to the spot under the bright blue sea and glaring sunlight. On the boat, the instructor kindly taught us how to skin dive.
During the first dive, I struggled to dive properly and couldn't equalize my ears. However, as I repeated it, I gradually got used to it and was able to dive 2-3 meters. I was amazed to see beautiful… Hotel pickup at 8:05 AM, then a drive to the port. After fitting the fins, we headed to the boat. With the boat rocking, I was worried about seasickness as we set off!
Traveling to the spot under the bright blue sea and glaring sunlight. On the boat, the instructor kindly taught us how to skin dive.
During the first dive, I struggled to dive properly and couldn't equalize my ears. However, as I repeated it, I gradually got used to it and was able to dive 2-3 meters. I was amazed to see beautiful corals and colorful fish up close.
Although I didn't encounter a manta ray, I did come across many sea turtles. It was physically demanding, but with the attentive support, it was incredibly fun! Thank you!!! 朝8:05ホテルピックアップ、車で港まで。フィンのサイズ合わせをしてから船へ。船が揺れるので船酔いを心配しつつ出発！ 青い海とギラギラの直射日光にあたりながらスポットまで移動。 船の中ではスキンダイビングのやり方をインスタラクターさんが丁寧に教えてくださいました。 1本目、上手く潜れない、、、耳抜きができない、、、回数を重ねる内だんだん慣れてきて2-3m潜れるようになりました。間近で綺麗な珊瑚やカラフルな魚が見られて感動。 マンタには会えませんでしたが、たくさんの海亀には遭遇しました。 体力的にはハードでしたが、… 朝8:05ホテルピックアップ、車で港まで。フィンのサイズ合わせをしてから船へ。船が揺れるので船酔いを心配しつつ出発！ 青い海とギラギラの直射日光にあたりながらスポットまで移動。 船の中ではスキンダイビングのやり方をインスタラクターさんが丁寧に教えてくださいました。 1本目、上手く潜れない、、、耳抜きができない、、、回数を重ねる内だんだん慣れてきて2-3m潜れるようになりました。間近で綺麗な珊瑚やカラフルな魚が見られて感動。 マンタには会えませんでしたが、たくさんの海亀には遭遇しました。 体力的にはハードでしたが、丁寧なサポートもありとっても楽しかったです！ ありがとうございました！！！
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Skin diving in a beautiful sea!
Posted Date: 2021/09/25
てみち
I usually just snorkel and I'm not a strong swimmer, but since I came all the way to Ishigaki Island, I wanted to try swimming near the coral and fish, so I signed up. It was my first time trying long fins and free diving, but thanks to the guide's careful instruction, I was able to swim by the end! They took us to various spots throughout the day. We visited beautiful coral reefs, easy free diving points, manta ray points, and turtle points, allowing us to skin dive in precious locations. They … I usually just snorkel and I'm not a strong swimmer, but since I came all the way to Ishigaki Island, I wanted to try swimming near the coral and fish, so I signed up. It was my first time trying long fins and free diving, but thanks to the guide's careful instruction, I was able to swim by the end! They took us to various spots throughout the day. We visited beautiful coral reefs, easy free diving points, manta ray points, and turtle points, allowing us to skin dive in precious locations. They took a lot of photos and even seemed to have filmed videos of my free diving, which was moving. It was the best tour, creating unforgettable memories with encounters with manta rays and turtles! いつもシュノーケルばかりで、そんなに泳げる方でもないのですが、せっかく石垣島に来たなら珊瑚の近くや魚の近くで泳いでみたいと思い申し込みました。ロングフィンも素潜りも初挑戦でしたが、ガイドさんが丁寧に教えてくれたおかげで後半には泳げるように！1日いろんなスポットを案内してくれてます。珊瑚礁が美しい場所や素潜りしやすいポイント、マンタポイントやカメポイントまで様々なところへ連れて行ってくれ、貴重なスポットでスキンダイビングすることができました。写真もたくさん撮ってくれ、素潜りの動画まで撮影していてく… いつもシュノーケルばかりで、そんなに泳げる方でもないのですが、せっかく石垣島に来たなら珊瑚の近くや魚の近くで泳いでみたいと思い申し込みました。ロングフィンも素潜りも初挑戦でしたが、ガイドさんが丁寧に教えてくれたおかげで後半には泳げるように！1日いろんなスポットを案内してくれてます。珊瑚礁が美しい場所や素潜りしやすいポイント、マンタポイントやカメポイントまで様々なところへ連れて行ってくれ、貴重なスポットでスキンダイビングすることができました。写真もたくさん撮ってくれ、素潜りの動画まで撮影していてくれたようで感動しました。マンタにもカメにも出会わせてくれた最高のツアーの思い出です！
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It was amazing!
Posted Date: 2021/10/04
おむつ
I participated in a one-day skin diving course. As first-timers in skin diving and having barely done any snorkeling before, we started with a mix of excitement and a bit of fear, but our feelings after the experience can be summed up in one word: I'm so glad I participated! It was truly fun!
The staff shared interesting facts about marine life, and their cheerful demeanor made the experience very enjoyable. I joined with a faint hope of seeing a manta ray, and to my surprise, we were able to se… I participated in a one-day skin diving course. As first-timers in skin diving and having barely done any snorkeling before, we started with a mix of excitement and a bit of fear, but our feelings after the experience can be summed up in one word: I'm so glad I participated! It was truly fun!
The staff shared interesting facts about marine life, and their cheerful demeanor made the experience very enjoyable. I joined with a faint hope of seeing a manta ray, and to my surprise, we were able to see one beautifully! We also saw sharks and turtles!
They taught us how to dive carefully, and when we got it right, they praised us, which made diving increasingly enjoyable. We visited a total of four spots, each with its own highlights, from beautiful corals to colorful fish, allowing us to enjoy various aspects of the ocean.
At the manta point, we were lucky enough to see manta rays twice, but I ended up feeling seasick from the waves... I really should have taken motion sickness medication. That's my only regret. I did get sick on the boat, but the staff were very considerate and helped me a lot.
My first skin diving experience was incredibly fun! If I come back to Ishigaki Island, I would definitely like to ask Kafu again. スキンダイビングの1日コースで参加しました。初めてのスキンダイビングで、シュノーケリングもまともにやったことがなかった私たちは楽しみなドキドキと、ちょっと怖いドキドキが混じった複雑な感情でスタートしましたが、終わった後の感想は参加してよかった！の一言に尽きます。本当に楽しかったです！ 海の生物の話や雑学など教えてくださったり、愉快なスタッフさんがいて話を聞いていてとてもおもしろかったです。 マンタ見れたらいいなぁなんて微かな希望を抱きながら参加しましたが、なんと！見事にマンタを見ることができました。… スキンダイビングの1日コースで参加しました。初めてのスキンダイビングで、シュノーケリングもまともにやったことがなかった私たちは楽しみなドキドキと、ちょっと怖いドキドキが混じった複雑な感情でスタートしましたが、終わった後の感想は参加してよかった！の一言に尽きます。本当に楽しかったです！ 海の生物の話や雑学など教えてくださったり、愉快なスタッフさんがいて話を聞いていてとてもおもしろかったです。 マンタ見れたらいいなぁなんて微かな希望を抱きながら参加しましたが、なんと！見事にマンタを見ることができました。そしてサメと亀も！ 潜り方も丁寧に教えてくださり、できるようになったら褒めてくれたり、潜るのがどんどん楽しくなりました。ポイントは全部で4つ行きましたが、サンゴが綺麗なところだったり、お魚が綺麗なところだったり、ひとつひとつ見所が違くていろんな海を楽しめました。 マンタポイントでは、念願のマンタを2回見ることができましたが、波に揺られて酔ってしまいました。。ちゃん酔い止めを飲んでくればよかった。それだけ後悔です。船でもどしてしまいましたが、スタッフさんも気遣ってくださり、とても助かりました。 初めてのスキンダイビング、とっても楽しかったです！また石垣島に来たらカフーさんにお願いしたいと思います。
