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The 15 Snorkelling Trips in Japan That Earn Their Price

31 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 snorkelling trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Okinawa: From Naha: Kerama Islands 1-day snorkeling tour - What the first snorkel stop feels like
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Okinawa: From Naha: Kerama Islands 1-day snorkeling tour

1.From Naha: Kerama Islands 1-day snorkeling tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 423 reviews · from $81Our pick

From Naha, cruise toward the Kerama Islands and snorkel at two or three reef sites near Tokashiki, Zamami, or Aka. English-speaking staff, including guide Christina on some departures, help with gear and point out turtles, squid, and colorful fish. Equipment, towels, tea, showers, and insurance are included. Bring lunch and seasickness medicine.

“Easy, streamlined pickup from the hotel. Amazing snorkeling sites. Lunch was tasty, but mostly rice and sauce, not a lot of meat. Good to pack some protein or snacks for the boat. Bring lots of water. Amazing experience!”

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Naha, Okinawa: Keramas Island Snorkeling Day Trip with Lunch - From Naha pickup to the wharf
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Naha, Okinawa: Keramas Island Snorkeling Day Trip with Lunch

2.Naha, Okinawa: Keramas Island Snorkeling Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 370 reviews · 9 hours · from $70

Spend nine hours sailing from Naha to Kerama Islands National Park, snorkeling at two or three reef sites with certified guides, and watching for turtles, sea snakes, and colorful fish. Equipment, wetsuit, lunch, hot showers, pickup, and digital photos are included. Guides such as Britta and Theo are praised for patient safety help and marine-life tips.

“Outstanding trip! Our guide, the staff, and the crew were excellent! Great value for the money. Highly recommend!”

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[Miyako Island/Half Day] Sea Turtle Snorkeling - What happens once you enter the water
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[Miyako Island/Half Day] Sea Turtle Snorkeling

3.[Miyako Island/Half Day] Sea Turtle Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · from $45Top rated

Meet your guide at Shigira Beach Parking Lot for a 90-minute Miyakojima snorkeling trip with a strong chance of seeing wild sea turtles, colorful fish, and coral. Guides such as Yuto and Kajo offer patient instruction, help with equipment, and take free underwater photos. English support is available on some departures, but ask ahead about language and shuttle service.

“We had a lot of fun. Our guide (Yuto) was very friendly, fun and helpful: on top of helping us with the equipment and showing us around, he also told us a lot of fun and interesting facts about the marine life (in English). We managed to seRead more”

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Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour - Reef fish, coral, and clear water
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Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour

4.Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews · from $45

Swim around Ishigaki’s northern Blue Cave, walk inside its limestone passages, then snorkel over coral and fish-filled water. Guides such as Akari, Yuki, Chloe, and Arai have helped participants of mixed abilities, including children and hesitant swimmers. The tour lasts about 90 minutes, operates in Japanese or English, and may use another beach when weather blocks the cave.

“First of all, thank you Arai San for taking good care of us and doing a great job to entertain everyone and a good English speaker. The whole trip is full of surprise and is suitable for anyone whole can't swim as well. Highly recommended.”

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Snorkeling in the Blue Cave area【Okinawa Prefecture: Free feeding & photo images!English and Chinese speaking guide available! - Tropical fish, coral, and a close look underwater
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Snorkeling in the Blue Cave area【Okinawa Prefecture: Free feeding & photo images!English and Chinese speaking guide available!

5.Snorkeling in the Blue Cave area【Okinawa Prefecture: Free feeding & photo images!English and Chinese speaking guide available!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 249 reviews · from $19Best value

Meet MalDive at Island Club in Onna for a two-hour group snorkeling trip near Cape Maeda. You’ll practice in shallow water, then swim toward the Blue Cave with a guide, fish, coral, and underwater photos. Guides such as Aka and Katsuya have earned praise for patient help, though English ability can vary. The cave may be replaced by a nearby beach when waves make it unsafe.

“Tons of beautiful fishes, amazing cave! We were with my 4 years old daughter and she loved it also. Great fun with the family”

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From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry - The 10-minute ride from Tokashiki Port to Aharen Beach
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From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry

6.Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 151 reviews · 7 hours · from $75

Travel from Naha to Tokashiki Island by ferry, ride a shuttle to Aharen Beach, then join a guided snorkeling boat trip. Your instructor explains the basics and stays with you in the water, making this suitable for beginners and cautious swimmers. Afterward, enjoy beach time, lunch in season, and a ferry ride home.

“Really nice snorkling spot they showed us! Went out with a boat for about 10 minutes to the spot. All equipment was good quality. However I think it could be even better if they prioritized the activity a bit more. Was a lot of waiting before we went to the boat. Was also too much free time after the snorkling. Instead I would have started the day by taking the ferry from Okinawa at 9, then go straight to the boat where all equipment could have been located. I also think lunch could have been served on the boat to maximise the time on the boat. However the guides were…”

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Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour - What happens during the 2-hour outing
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Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour

7.Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 139 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Snorkel Ishigaki’s Blue Cave and nearby coral reefs with guides such as Akari, Makoto, Sebastian, or Yuki. You’ll receive a mask, fins, life jacket, shoes, and winter wetsuit, plus photo data afterward. The tour suits beginners who can swim, but rough coastal ground, changing weather, and a 5 to 59 age limit matter.

“Our snorkeling tour to the Blue Cave was wonderful! Our guide was Makoto and she was a friendly and informative guide. It was my first time snorkeling and she made me feel comfortable the entire time so for any first timers would highly recommend! We saw the coral reef, colorful fishes, learned about the Blue Cave, and even about the island itself.”

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Ishigaki Island: Boat Snorkeling Tour at Phantom Island - Phantom Island, a sandbar with a short window
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Ishigaki Island: Boat Snorkeling Tour at Phantom Island

8.Ishigaki Island: Boat Snorkeling Tour at Phantom Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · 3 hours · from $54

Spend three hours cruising from Ishigaki Port to tide-dependent Phantom Island, then snorkeling among coral and tropical fish. Guides such as Hina, Yuki, Akari, and Sebastian help beginners, take waterproof photos, and adjust the plan when weather shifts. Gear, life jackets, and winter wetsuits are included.

“The tour was well organized. We have seen some seasnakes and a little shark. Sebastian is a great tourguide and knows always some tips for other activities on the island or good places to eat.”

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Iriomote Island 1-Day Snorkeling & Mangrove SUP or Canoe - 9:00 AM pickup and the Uehara Port meeting point
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Iriomote Island 1-Day Snorkeling & Mangrove SUP or Canoe

9.Iriomote Island 1-Day Snorkeling & Mangrove SUP or Canoe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $99

Spend about six hours on Iriomote Island, paddling a sheltered mangrove river by SUP or canoe and snorkeling near Barasu Island. Guides provide instruction, safety gear, wetsuits in winter, free photo data, and warm showers. Pickup is available from Uehara Port and Uehara-area accommodations.

“Had a great time with this tour operator. Excellent logistics, furnished proper equipment, and was on-time with activities. Was very easy to find at the port. Strongly recommend if you have just a day to visit Iriomote and want a couple of pre planned activities.”

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Okinawa Ishigaki Kabira Bay SUP or Canoe and Blue Cave Snorkeling - What the SUP and canoe session feels like
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Okinawa Ishigaki Kabira Bay SUP or Canoe and Blue Cave Snorkeling

10.Okinawa Ishigaki Kabira Bay SUP or Canoe and Blue Cave Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $89

Spend about four hours on Ishigaki with SUP or canoe time at scenic Kabira Bay, followed by snorkeling near the Blue Cave. Guides such as Akari, Seiki, Loui, and Yudai have helped make the outing friendly and safety-focused. Pickup may be available, but meeting details arrive by the day before. The tour runs in Japanese or English, depending on the day.

“This was the coolest thing I’ve done. The staff supplies you with a life vest, water shoes, flippers and goggles. There is one guide leading the way and one guide behind us. The water was very calm and was easy to swim. I’d recommend taking your time while in the ocean. It can get tiring a bit, but feel free to just relax, float and enjoy the time. Around 11 am, we went to kabira bay for lunch which was nice also. Definitely recommend!”

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Okinawa : Kerama Whole Day Snorkeling Tour From Chatan/Naha - Choosing between Chatan and Naha
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Okinawa : Kerama Whole Day Snorkeling Tour From Chatan/Naha

11.Kerama Whole Day Snorkeling Tour From Chatan/Naha

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · from $94

Spend a full day snorkeling from Chatan or Naha in Kerama National Park. The boat visits two or three reef sites, where you swim above coral, clownfish, and tropical fish, with a chance of sea turtles. A beginner underwater option is available without certification. Life jackets are required, and there are no island landings.

“everything was really good. had a nice time. and the spots were so beautiful.”

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[Ishigaki]Mangrove SUP/Canoe + Blue Cave Snorkeling - What the guides add to the morning
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[Ishigaki]Mangrove SUP/Canoe + Blue Cave Snorkeling

12.[Ishigaki]Mangrove SUP/Canoe + Blue Cave Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $89

Spend about four hours on Ishigaki combining a SUP or canoe trip through the Miyara River mangroves with snorkeling at Blue Cave. Guides such as Taka, also called Takahiro, may lead the outing in English or Japanese. Pickup, safety equipment, photos, insurance, winter wetsuits, and a hot shower are included, but snorkeling equipment costs an additional ¥1,000.

“It has been a great experience! We enjoyed it a lot. The canoë, the paddle, the scuba diving: that was all absolutely wonderful. The only negative point is the price…very expensive. The lunch should definitely be included”

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Okinawa Miyakojima 1 day Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Pumpkin Cave & Sea Kayak - Morning search for sea turtles
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Okinawa Miyakojima 1 day Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Pumpkin Cave & Sea Kayak

13.Okinawa Miyakojima 1 day Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Pumpkin Cave & Sea Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $99

You’ll snorkel for sea turtles and coral fish, then paddle by canoe into Miyakojima’s Pumpkin Limestone Cave. English or Japanese guidance is available, and guide Yuri has earned praise for clear explanations and teaching Japanese words connected to the cave. Expect wet clothes, moderate physical effort, changing times with tides, and free waterproof-camera photo data.

“This was an amazing experience! Yuri was an awesome guide and his English skills were very good. He did such a good job explaining the significance of the site along with teaching us the Japanese words for different things in the cave. He Read more”

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Okinawa Miyako Sea turtle Snorkeling Free Pick up and Drop off - Why the included guide matters
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Okinawa Miyako Sea turtle Snorkeling Free Pick up and Drop off

14.Okinawa Miyako Sea turtle Snorkeling Free Pick up and Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $45

Join Nami MIYAKO for a two-hour snorkeling trip near Shigira Beach, where you may swim with sea turtles and spot Nemo-like clownfish. English support, equipment, transport, and underwater photos and video are included. Guide Taku is known for calm help, local tips, and excellent underwater photography.

“It was a very nice tour with a nice English speaking guide. We saw 2 sea turtles up close and a lot of beautiful fish and corals. We were in the water for just an hour, could have stayed there longer. The photo’s and pick-up/drop off were also very nice. Definitely recommend!”

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Okinawa Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling Tour - What makes Hama-jima different
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Okinawa Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling Tour

15.Okinawa Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $52

Meet at Ishigaki Port for a roughly two-hour boat trip to Hama-jima, the sandbar known as Phantom Island. You’ll snorkel in Iriomote Ishigaki National Park with a mask, fins, life jacket, and winter wetsuit supplied. Digital underwater photos, showers, insurance, and English or Japanese support are included, though gear charges should be confirmed before booking.

“Really beautiful snorkeling experience!! The coral is exquisite quality and we saw so many fish!!! Also, loved that pics were included!!! I only wish we were able to snorkel for longer. The guides did a great job making the newbies feel comfortable.”

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★ 5.0Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoeing and Phantom Island SnorkelingFrom $9821 reviews
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★ 4.5Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling Taketomi Island SightseeingFrom $6420 reviews
★ 4.5Snorkeling Activity in Okinawa Miyako JapanFrom $4129 reviews
★ 3.8Kerama Half-Day Snorkeling TourFrom $5744 reviews
★ 4.2Phantom Island Snorkeling and Taketomi SightseeingFrom $6914 reviews
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