Ishigaki airport 1 hr 35
Kuroshima (2 hr 17) Shaped like a heart, this small island is known for its crystal-clear waters & annual cow festival. Sekiseisho Lake (35 min) Snorkeling and coral reef Port of Ishigaki (1 hr 7) Haimurubushi Beach (17 min) Taketomi Island (1 hr 10) Compact island featuring serene beach areas & a charming village with red-tiled roof buildings. Kaiji Beach (1 hr 26) Tree-ringed beach popular for strolling & combing the shoreline for tiny, star-shaped shells. Hamajima (35 min) Tiny, crescent-shaped bar composed of white sand, popular at low tide with visitors on day cruises. Ishigaki Yaima Village (1 hr 54) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village with local wildlife, including squirrel monkeys. Kohama Island (11 min) Accessed by ferry, this small island is popular for its marine sports, mountain hike & scenic views. 由布島水牛車 (3 hr 27) Buffalo-drawn wagons carry visitors to a small island, while guides play traditional instruments. Kondoi Beach (1 hr 23) Shallow azure waters lap at this beach that is famous for its gentle slope & fine white sands. Banna Park (1 hr 47) Nature park featuring a playground with huge slides & an egg-shaped tower for birdwatching. Yubu Island (3 hr 51) Little offshore island made up of botanical gardens, featuring water buffalo views & carriage rides. Kayama Island (8 min) Tiny uninhabited island known for wild rabbits, popular for snorkeling amid coral & tropical fish. |