🌴 The Yaeyama Islands region has received over 300,000 visitors, making it popular with tourists from home and abroad. More than half of them are overseas visitors, and the region has extensive experience in receiving and guiding tourists.
🛟 Since its establishment in 2016, the company has not experienced any major safety incidents in more than ten years. It has a sound safety management system and is committed to providing every tourist with a safe and reliable tour experience.
🏄 Even if you have no experience with SUP, canoeing or other water sports, don't worry. Professional guides will provide detailed explanations and assistance throughout the activity, making it easy for beginners to participate.
📸 During the trip, your guide will use a professional waterproof camera to take photos for you, creating precious memories of your Ishigaki Island trip.
🚿 Shower facilities are available free of charge after the event for changing clothes and packing. ※ Toiletries and some supplies are available for an additional fee.
🎁 Participants will receive exclusive benefits, including coupons for popular local restaurants and hidden gem recommendations from local staff, making your trip to Ishigaki Island even more enriching and exciting.
🏨【Pick-up and Drop-off Service Booking Instructions】
If you require hotel pick-up and drop-off services within a specific area, please ensure you accurately fill in your hotel name and detailed address in the "Remarks/Information" section when booking. The specific pick-up time will be arranged by the local tour operator and you will be notified separately.
⚠️ 【Safety and Health Notice (Important)】
Safety is paramount when it comes to water activities! To ensure your safety and enjoyment, we regret that we cannot accommodate your participation if you have any of the following conditions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation:
🤰 Pregnant woman
🍻 Those who have been drinking or are currently experiencing a hangover
🫀 People who wear pacemakers or have heart/cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases
🫁 People with respiratory illnesses (such as asthma)
🧠 Individuals with mental/neurological disorders (such as epilepsy, cognitive impairment, developmental disorders, panic disorder, etc.)
🩺 People with diabetes
♿ People with mobility impairments
👀/👂 Individuals with hearing or visual impairments may register separately (Note: If you wish to participate, you must be accompanied by a caregiver or sign language interpreter, and please be sure to communicate with us in advance for consultation).
🤒 Those with other chronic illnesses, currently having a fever, or with injuries (Note: If your symptoms are very mild and you wish to participate, please be sure to declare and confirm with us truthfully before booking).
⏰ Time Adjustment: The specific meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season or actual site conditions on the day (such as sea conditions). We will contact you the day before the trip to confirm the final meeting point and time. Please check your messages.
🌧️ Weather Policy: This itinerary will proceed as scheduled even in rainy weather. However, in the event of severe weather, for safety reasons, if we determine that the safety of the playing environment cannot be guaranteed, the itinerary may be suspended or cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.
👕 Clothing suggestions: As water activities are included, please change into lightweight clothing that won't get wet before the meeting (we recommend wearing a swimsuit underneath).
📞 Late Arrival Contact: To ensure the smooth running of the team's itinerary, if you encounter any unforeseen circumstances that may cause you to be late, please be sure to contact us in advance.
🚿 Shower Facilities: Warm water showers are available around the Ishigaki Port outlying island pier. If you need to shower after your visit, please inform your tour guide directly.
👨👩👧 Age Restriction: This tour is only open to guests aged 3 to 65.
🛶 Special arrangements for children: For children aged 3 to 11, to ensure absolute safety during the activity, we may adjust the SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) experience to a more stable canoe experience, depending on the actual sea conditions and the number of participants on the day.
📍 Self-arrival: If you wish to meet at the event venue directly without using the pick-up and drop-off service, please be sure to communicate with us in advance.
⚠️ 【Important】Afternoon Shower Restrictions: Please note that guests who registered for the 13:30 session will not be able to receive a warm shower as the warm water shower facilities will be closed after the tour ends.
🗣️ Language Services: Guided tours for this trip can be conducted in Japanese or English.
📱【Important】Pre-trip Contact Information: We will notify you of the meeting point and other details no later than the day before your trip. If you have not received any notification by 6:00 PM the day before your trip, please be sure to contact the local tour operator "ISHIGAKI ADVENTURE PiPi" through one of the following methods to avoid delays: 📞 Phone: 0980-87-5722 💬 WhatsApp: +81 80-9508-9146 ✉️ Email: info@ishigaki-pipi.com
Kabira Bay is renowned for its Michelin Green Guide 3-star rating, with its most distinctive feature being the 'emerald green sparkling sea.' Visitors can experience the exceptionally clear waters and participate in SUP or kayaking activities to leisurely admire the unique seascape from the water, immersing themselves in the natural charm of Ishigaki Island.
The SUP or kayaking activities at Kabira Bay are designed for beginners, making them safe and enjoyable even for those who aren't strong swimmers or experienced paddlers. During the activity, you'll leisurely paddle on the crystal-clear sea, getting up close to the natural beauty of Ishigaki Island. Professional guides will accompany you throughout, ensuring your safety and providing instructions.
Yes, this tour includes a local guide who will lead you throughout the journey and use a dedicated waterproof camera to take photos of your activities free of charge. These photos will capture your wonderful moments at spectacular locations like the emerald waters of Kabira Bay, the Nagura Bay mangrove forest, and the Cape Ongazaki lighthouse, allowing you to create lasting memories with ease.
If you're not renting a car, joining a tour that includes transportation is a convenient option. This tour departs from the Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal and provides dedicated transport to take you to major attractions such as Kabira Bay, the Nagura Bay mangrove forest, and the Cape Ongazaki lighthouse. This way, you won't have to plan complex bus routes or wait for taxis, eliminating transportation worries.
In addition to the Michelin 3-star Kabira Bay, this day tour will also take you to other breathtaking locations recommended by local guides. For instance, you'll visit the Nagura Bay mangrove forest for photography and ascend the Cape Ongazaki lighthouse to gaze at the magnificent East China Sea from above, enjoying a diverse range of natural scenery.
The primary public transportation on Ishigaki Island is the bus. To reach more remote scenic spots like Cape Ongazaki, taking the bus may require transfers or infrequent services, making it relatively inconvenient. Therefore, joining a tour that includes dedicated transportation would be a more efficient and hassle-free choice, allowing direct access to each sightseeing point.
Yes, all water activities included in this Ishigaki Island tour, such as SUP and kayaking at Kabira Bay, are designed for beginners. Even if you're not a confident swimmer or have never tried paddling before, you can participate with peace of mind. Professional guides will provide complete instruction and safety assurances, ensuring that every guest can enjoy the experience with ease.
Nagura Bay mangrove forest and Cape Ongazaki are recommended scenic spots on Ishigaki Island. By joining a tour that includes transportation, you can easily and conveniently reach these locations. After gathering at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, the tour provides dedicated shuttle service, so you don't have to worry about transportation arrangements and can enjoy the natural scenery.