Ishigaki Island Tour (Limited Period from March to May)

About this tour

Embark on a magical adventure with us to witness the stunning Yaeyama fireflies on Ishigaki Island! Led by a pro photographer, we’ll take you to the most incredible spots for an unforgettable show of natural illumination. Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity, available only from March to May.

• Feel secure and confident during your night tour with the help of a knowledgeable Japanese guide and included round-trip transportation
• Explore hidden firefly spots with an expert guide who knows the best locations to witness this natural phenomenon up close and personal
• Experience the thrill of potentially encountering rare and exotic creatures native to the Yaeyama Islands while trekking to your firefly viewing destination! Who knows what you might discover

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— Important Info —

• Departure time: Around 6:30 pm
• The meeting and dismissal schedules are subject to change due to seasonal and field conditions. The tour operator will contact you the day prior to your scheduled tour to confirm the meeting location and time
• Meeting place: Hotel/Ishigaki port remote island terminal
• Duration: About 1.5 hours
• Dissolution time: 8:00 pm
• Dissolution location: Hotel/Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal
• Minimum number of participants: 2

[Guide to the meeting place]

1. Hotel pick-up (Meeting time will be announced the day before the tour)
   Target area: Ishigakijima Southern City Hotel
2. Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal Main Entrance (Meeting time will be announced the day before the tour)
   Target area: Misakicho, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0012

— Spot Introduction —

• Yaeyama Himebotaru 

Yaeyama Himebotaru is famous as the smallest firefly in Japan. They gradually become active from dusk, and when it gets dark, countless Yaeyama Himebotaru dance wildly in the forest while emitting light. The sight is like a natural illumination.