Private Coconut Crab & Starry Sky Night Tour

Special offer

Highlights

  • Enjoy a fully private tour limited to one group per session.
  • A popular night adventure with a high chance of encountering giant coconut crabs.
  • Observe a sky full of stars on Ishigaki Island, Japan’s first designated Dark Sky Reserve.
  • Join with confidence thanks to complimentary rentals such as tripods and lights.

What to expect

Enjoy a private night tour on Ishigaki Island. Search for giant coconut crabs and admire the Milky Way in Japan’s first Dark Sky Reserve. Includes a smartphone stargazing photo lesson. Open to ages 1 and up, perfect for families.

What's included

  • Experience fee,Transportation from the office to the site,Tripod,Flashlight,Rain gear,Photo data taken by staff

About this experience

Discount price
Starting at
20:00
Group size
2–10 people

Schedule

  1. 20:00
    Meet at the StarOcean Ishigaki Island Glamping Resort Office
  2. Check-in
    After check-in, receive flashlights and other gear for the night tour. Once ready, head into the forest with your guide as the adventure begins in search of giant coconut crabs and a star-filled sky.
  3. 20:15
    Tour Begins
    A guide will accompany you and provide transportation by our vehicle to the site. Enjoy insights into the island’s nature and highlights along the way.
  4. 20:25
    Arrival at the Spot
    After arriving at the spot, begin searching for giant coconut crabs while walking through the tropical forest. Then relax and admire a sky full of stars stretching across the night.
  5. 22:00
    End of Experience & Return to the Location
    After the experience, the photo data taken during the tour will be provided on the spot.
  6. 22:15
    Check-out at the Location

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    StarOcean Ishigaki Island Glamping Resort

    StarOcean Ishigaki Island Glamping Resort 1151-7 Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan

    StarOcean Ishigaki Island Glamping Resort — StarOcean Ishigaki Island Glamping Resort 1151-7 Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan

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Restrictions

  • Guests are generally asked to meet at the location by rental car or other transportation.

What to bring

  • Beverages
  • Clothing that can get wet
  • Sunscreen
  • Long sleeves and long pants are recommended for insect protection.
  • Flip-flops (you may need to walk through shallow water up to knee level)
  • Smartphone
  • Rental Items (Free of Charge)
    ・Flashlight
    ・Insect repellent spray
    ・Rain poncho
    ・Sandals
    ・Tripod for photography

Additional notes

  • Valuables can be stored at the office before departure.
  • If you will be late or need to cancel, please contact us as soon as possible.
  • Depending on weather conditions, you will observe the stars from the beach and use a complimentary tripod if requested. The staff will guide you in photographing the starry sky and Milky Way with your own smartphone. Photos taken by the staff will also be provided free of charge.
  • The tour may be canceled in case of strong winds, heavy rain, high waves, or other severe weather conditions.

Operated by

StarOcean

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

  • 1-2 business days before (local time): 30%
  • The day before (local time): 50%
  • On the activity day / No-show: 100%

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