Private Ishigaki Island Tour with Professional Photography
Discover the beauty of Ishigaki Island on a private sightseeing and photography tour. Explore the island’s beautiful beaches, spectacular viewpoints, local culture, and shopping areas while a professional photographer captures natural and memorable moments throughout your journey.
Choose between a Full Day Tour (approximately 8 hours) or a Half Day Tour (approximately 5 hours). The Full Day Tour follows a carefully planned itinerary covering several of Ishigaki’s highlights, while the Half Day Tour offers a shorter experience with selected sightseeing and photography stops.
Full Day Tour – Sample 8-Hour Itinerary
9:30 – Ishigaki Cruise Terminal Exit | Welcome & Departure
Meet your professional photographer guide at the cruise terminal exit.
10:00 – Kabira Bay | Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
Visit the famous Kabira Bay, known for its emerald-green waters and beautiful island scenery. Enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride and discover the marine life beneath the clear water.
Glass-bottom boat ticket included.
11:15 – Yonekoyaki Shisa Farm | Pottery & Shisa Art Gallery and Garden
Explore a local pottery and Shisa art gallery and garden. Discover traditional Okinawan craftsmanship and enjoy photography in the unique garden.
11:45 – Yonehara Beach | Crystal-Clear Beach Walk
Take a relaxing walk along Yonehara Beach and enjoy its clear waters and tropical scenery. Your professional photographer will capture natural portraits and candid moments.
12:15 – Tamatorizaki Observatory | Panoramic Island Views
Enjoy panoramic views of Ishigaki’s coastline and surrounding ocean from Tamatorizaki Observatory. Take photographs against the spectacular island landscape.
13:00 – Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or café and take a relaxing break. Food and drinks are at your own expense.
14:10 – Hirakubozaki Lighthouse | Scenic Lighthouse Views
Visit Hirakubozaki Lighthouse, located at the northern tip of Ishigaki Island. Enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery and panoramic ocean views.
15:20 – Ishigaki Yaima Village | Cultural Village & Squirrel Monkeys
Explore traditional houses and experience the culture and history of the Yaeyama Islands. You may also see the village’s squirrel monkeys.
Entrance fee included.
16:20 – Euglena Mall | Local Shopping
Enjoy free time to browse local shops and look for souvenirs and regional products.
17:30 – Ishigaki Cruise Terminal Exit | Return
Half Day Tour – Approximately 5 Hours
The Half Day Tour is a shorter version of the experience, with selected sightseeing locations and photography stops. The exact locations and order depend on the starting location, available time, weather, and cruise schedule.
This private experience is ideal for solo travellers, couples, families, and cruise passengers who want to explore Ishigaki Island comfortably while having their special moments professionally photographed.