Turtle Snorkeling in Ishigaki - Fluent English! Small Group!
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4 hours
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Snorkeling with sea turtles by a fluent English-speaking guide. 97% turtle sightings! Free pickup, photos and videos.
-97% chance to see turtles!
Our guides have 10 years of experience in Ishigaki island as a scuba diving and snorkeling instructors and knows all the best spots in the area, which makes this sea turtle snorkeling tour possible!
-Guided tour in fluent English made for international guests.
No Japanglish! This tour will be held in only English. We don't mix Japanese or other languages in our tour.
-See more than turtles!
Up to 2 hours in the water with turtles, coral reefs, reef sharks, and tropical fish.
-We care!
Eco-friendly, marine-responsible tours. We never touch or disturb marine life.
-Half day tour (~4h)
Real snorkeling with up to 2 hours in the water. Every tour is different!
-Beach snorkeling (NOT BY BOAT)
Easy beach entry – great for beginners.
-Early bird gets the turtle
Morning tour (7:30am) = better chance for turtles and fewer crowds.
-Small groups
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with photosensitive epilepsy (PSE)
Please mention your shoe sizes so that we can fit equipment for you.
Please mention your accommodation even if you wish to arrive by yourself.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Ishigaki is the highlight of our small-group, English speaking, eco tour! Join our fluent English-speaking guide and explore Ishigaki’s best snorkeling spots like the Blue Cave, Yonehara Beach, Osaki Beach and many more. We travel by van (NOT BY BOAT) and enter the water directly from the beach, giving you more time to enjoy the ocean. With up to 2 hours of snorkeling, you’ll swim with turtles, discover healthy corals, colorful fish, and even reef sharks. Our tours are eco-friendly, marine-responsible, and kept small for a relaxed, safe experience. Free underwater photos are included so you can remember your turtle adventure forever!
What‘s Included
Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in a comfortable A/C van
Safety equipment - Life-jacket (mandatory for all guests), safety float
Protective Swimwear - Rush guards in summer and wetsuits in winter
Snorkeling gear - Mask (optical option), snorkel, shoes and fins
Liability insurance
Drinking water and seasonal fruits
All photo and video data from our GoPro camera
Outdoor shower
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Turtle Snorkeling in Ishigaki - Fluent English! Small Group!
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great choice if you need an English-speaking guide in Ishigaki
825peterz,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended for anyone looking for an English-speaking tour in Ishigaki. The groups are small (up to 7), allowing for a flexible schedule and a personal feel. Our guide was very experienced in snorkeling and diving, which made the water activities feel safe and professional. The tour also included a sightseeing trip around the island with interesting insights. A well-run family business with solid service throughout the day.
Excellent snorkeling tour!
H8371DYpatrickd,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent tour. Zohar was knowledgeable and considerate. I highly recommend this compare.
Great Half Day Tour with snorkeling in Ishigaki, Okinawa!
Skibumscu,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zohar the owner took us on a city tour. We got ice cream and went to a distillery in addition to our wonderful hour and a half snorkel tour. He was very attentive to details & got us back to our cruise ship on time . Highly recommend!
Lots of sea turtles, lots of fun!
I6648JEtiagos,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful snorkelling session today, we started with a nice car ride up to the beach and we walked through the shallow waters, then swam from the shallow over to the coral reefs and out to the ocean. We were very grateful to swim with many turtles and we had a fantastic time. Our guide Zohar was super friendly and even gave us recommendations of things to do on our rental car ride afterwards and some restaurant recommendations. He also takes fantastic photos! Really recommend!! These are much more personable tours. We did a previous one in Naha but it was a big group. Definitely rate this one highly.
Great morning of Snorkling!
G6097XMjustinej,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very good Snorkling trip with Zohar, we came to the location early (8 am) so there would not be so many tourists. The sea turtles were amazing and there's beautiful corral and different fish to see. Zohar was very clear in explanations, had the lead of the group while Snorkling and pointed out nice fishes. Would definitely recommend
Great guide!
Robbert Daniel,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zohar is amazing! Very nice snorkeling tour, he knew some good spots for turtles and other animals and also shared interesting information about Ishigaki.
10/10 tour
Maria Daniela P,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide is super experienced. The tour is so well organized. As it is swimig is such a fun tour. Would totally recommend it!
Unforgettable snorkeling experience
560tilb,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Discover Ishigaki! Everything was really well organized from start to finish, and our guide was super friendly and professional. The snorkeling spots were absolutely beautiful, with crystal-clear water and so many colorful fish and corals. We even got to see turtles, which was a real highlight! We would 100% recommend Discover Ishigaki to anyone looking for a fun, safe, and unforgettable experience!
Ishigaki sea
TuristiInDue,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience!!!! Swimming with turtles is one of the memories that hardly fade over time❤️ I recommend anyone arriving in Ishigaki to rely on Discover Ishigaki Tour, kindness and professionalism really at the Top! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!
Superb snorkeling experience
jo obT2939GZ,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An exceptional snorkeling trip with Zohar! I had the chance to do a snorkeling session guided by Zohar, and it was just great. He is extremely professional, very attentive to safety, and above all super friendly. He takes the time to explain, reassure and share his passion for the sea with great enthusiasm. Thanks to him, I discovered beautiful seabed in a relaxed and friendly Mood. I highly recommend this experience to all those who want to live a unique moment with confidence. Thank you, Zohar!
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