Discover Ishigaki's Hidden Treasures Snorkeling Tour at BlueCave

We are a large family with both teenagers and toddlers. Andy made a really nice trip for us all with very short notice. We were out snorkeling and watching some of Ishigaki. Since we couldn't be in a car, he had gotten help from Daniel, who has a company with kayaking. Perfect. The little kids couldn’t come out and snorkle, but he had brought some toys, food and a blanket. We looked at small fish and sneaked in the water with Daniel. We also visited a waterfall - really delicious, was in Blue Cave (the little ones were included) and saw the island from a viewpoint. Snorkeling was safe, beautiful and we saw turtles! Some of the best snorkeling we've ever tried. Andy takes into account both nature and us. Really nice and safe! He speaks both Japanese, English and German ☺️ really a good experience!

We booked a tour with Blue Space Ishigaki with short notice after arriving on the island. We met Andy early on the morning of the tour and he took us to a secret beach and provided us with all the equipment we needed for snorkeling. We had a great time, we saw sea snakes, octopi, turtles surfacing right in front of our noses, a moray eel and a myriad colorful fishes and sea life. Afterwards we had a nice picnic by a river before stopping at some sights, waterfalls and beautiful bays. At all times we felt safe and well catered for, and Andy was great company. Thank you Andy for the unforgettable day!

The tour was amazing! During booking I expressed a wish to see a turtle and boy did we meet one. We literally swam with a big turtle for a minute while it rose to the surface to take air. Our guide Andy was great. He regularly kept checking that everyone in the group was ok, as we swam about 90 minutes between different spots, seeing both corals, all kinds of fish, deep caves and a few sea snakes. Plus the turtles. For me the blue cave was just a cave and nothing special after the snorkelling, but there as well we got to see a coconut crab and some cool rock fossiles. For those who are seeking a sustainable and environmentally respectful tour I can also recommend this one. We took every precaution to not damage the reefs and Andy was very knowledgeable in telling us about the sea life and how it has changed due the warming waters. Sweet pinapples was a best ending to the trip, when our energy levels were a bit low after all new experiences. I can warmly recommend this tour, if you like a bit deeper perspective to the snorkelling in Okinawa. (Pun intended)

We had the most amazing morning with Andy! Andy is very knowledgeable about snorkelling here in Ishigaki and that immediately makes you feel comfortable and confident about going in the water with him. He always makes sure that you can all see the incredible things within the water. We were lucky enough to see loads of turtles and many sea snakes too. This was our first time snorkelling and thanks to Andy we are now addicted!

I had the best snorkeling experience of my life in the beautiful waters of Ishigaki Island. As I dove into the crystal-clear blue sea, I was surrounded by vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish—it truly felt like entering another world. If you’re lucky, you might even see sea turtles swimming gracefully or encounter manta rays. We were able to observe a baby shark, which posed no danger at all, making the experience completely safe and enjoyable. This unforgettable adventure was made possible by Andy, the owner of the shop. His attention to safety and detail was outstanding, which made it easy for us—even as beginners—to feel secure in the water. The tour is limited to a small group, so he can closely support each participant. It’s also very convenient that you can join the tour without bringing any gear. Andy also took many amazing underwater photos during the tour and kindly shared them with us afterward, making for lasting memories. He speaks English, Japanese, and German fluently, so international guests can feel completely at ease. The price is very reasonable, and for everything included, it’s an excellent value. If you’re planning to go snorkeling in Ishigaki, I wholeheartedly recommend this shop! 石垣島の美しい海で、人生最高のシュノーケル体験ができました。透明度の高い青い海に潜ると、色とりどりのサンゴや魚たちが目の前に広がり、まるで別世界にいるようでした。運が良ければウミガメが優雅に泳ぐ姿や、マンタに出会えることもあるそうです。私たちは子供のサメも観察できましたが、まったく危険はなく、安心して楽しめました。 この素晴らしい体験を提供してくれたのが、ショップのオーナー・アンディさんです。安全への配慮が徹底されていて、初心者の私たちも安心して海に入ることができました。少人数のツアーなので、一人ひとりにしっかり目を配ってくれますし、手ぶらで参加できるのもありがたいポイントです。 さらに、水中カメラでアンディさんがたくさん写真を撮ってくれて、ツアー終了後に素敵な思い出としてシェアしてくれました。英語・日本語・ドイツ語を話せるので、海外からのお客さんにも安心しておすすめできます。 料金も良心的で、この内容なら本当にお得だと思います。石垣島でシュノーケル体験をするなら、絶対にこのショップをおすすめします！