Takeno Private Small Boat Cruise and Snorkeling (with Transfer from Takeno/Kinosaki Onsen Train Station)
This tour is only from July-September
Cruise into the Cave where demons lived long ago
Ancient folklore tells of a group of demons who once lived in Yodo Cave.
They would raid the neighboring villages.
Susanoo-no-Mikoto, a Japanese Shinto god, heard the villagers' suffering and slayed the demons.
Visit this legendary cave by small boat. Experience the setting of the legendary hero Susanoo-no-Mikoto!
Enjoy snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Sea of Japan
In Takeno's clear blue waters, observe sea creatures and the unique coastline of the San’in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark.
Beginners can enjoy snorkeling with guidance on equipment from a well-trained guide.
DETAILS
- REGISTRATION START
- 2025/07/01
- REGISTRATION ENDS
- 2025/09/30
- RESERVATION DEADLINE
- 7 days before activity
- ACTIVITY OPTIONS
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- Morning Tour (9:00-11:30)
- Afternoon Tour (13:00-15:30)
- SCHEDULE
(Some times may differ) -
Morning Tour
・9:00 Meet and instruction
・9:30 Boat departure
Blue Dragon Cave → Snorkeling and Cave Adventure → Folklore at Yodo Cave→ Arrive at Akashima → Return to hotel by foot
・11:30 End of tour
Afternoon Tour
・13:00 Meet and instruction
・13:30 Boat departure
Blue Dragon Cave → Snorkeling and Cave Adventure → Folklore at Yodo Cave→ Arrive at Akashima → Return to hotel by foot
・15:30 End of tour
- ACCOMPANYING GUIDE
(INCLUDED OR NOT) - Included
Local Guide（Language: Japanese, English)
- MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE
- 2
- MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE
- 5
- AGE REQUIREMENT
- 13 years old and up
- MEETING PLACE
- Okukinosaki Seaside Hotel (669-6201 Hyogo, Toyooka, Takenocho Takeno, 4)
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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-If you are late, your activity may be cancelled without a refund.
-Free transfer from your accommodation (Takeno area only) or Takeno/Kinosaki Onsen Train Station is available. Advanced reservation required.
- Guests can purchase photos taken during the activity afterward.
-The tour prioritizes guests' safety. The itinerary may change or end early for safety reasons.
-In case of bad weather, the activity may be cancelled. We will inform you by 18:00 the day before, so please check your email.
Required Items: Swimsuit/Rash Guard (no cotton), Water Shoes (no sandals or flip-flops), Hat, Towels, Spare Clothes, Sunscreen, Drinking Water
- PRICES
(Per person unless otherwise noted) -
Number of Participants Price per Person 2-5 people 30,000 yen
- INCLUDED IN THE PRICING
- Guide (trained as a lifeguard) , snorkel rental, insurance
- CANCELLATION FEES
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Day of Cancellation Cancellation Fee (% of activity price) No Show/After 17: 00 1 working day before 100% 1 working day before by 17:00 50% 2-7 working days before 30% 8+ working days before 0%
- ACCEPTED PAYMENT TYPES
- Pay by credit card (VISA, MASTER, JCB, AMEX, DC) via an activity confirmation link in an e-mail that we will send to you following your reservation.
- OPERATOR NAME
- Okukinosaki Seaside Hotel