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### **Why This Boat Tour?**
This **45-minute cruise** along Izu Peninsula’s southern cliffs offers:
✔ **Up-close views of volcanic rock formations** shaped by 10 million years of waves
✔ **Chance to spot wild dolphins** (30% sighting rate in summer)
✔ **Thrilling passage through narrow sea caves**
✔ **English audio guide** explaining geological wonders
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### **Must-Experience Moments**
### **1. Coastal Wonders**
- **"Devil’s Washboard"**: Basalt columns resembling a giant’s pathway
- **"Lion Rock"**: Cliff face that roars when waves crash
- **"Blue Cave"**: Emerald waters in a hidden grotto
### **2. Photography Tips**
- **Seat Choice**: Right side for best cliff views (left return trip)
- **Camera Settings**: Sports mode for dolphin shots
- **Golden Hour Cruise**: 4PM departure for magical light
### **3. Land Combos**
- **Irozaki Lighthouse**: 5-min walk from pier (¥500 observation deck)
- **Joren Falls**: Izu’s most powerful waterfall (15-min drive)
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### **Solo Traveler Hacks**
🚆 **Getting There**:
- From Tokyo: **Shinkansen to Mishima** → **Izu Kyuko Line to Shimoda** (3hrs total) → **Bus to Irozaki** (1hr)
🚗 **Easier Option**: Rental car from Shimoda Station (1hr scenic drive)
🎫 **Ticket Info**:
- ¥1,800 (pay onboard)
- **Cash only** – No cards accepted
- **No reservations** – First-come boarding
⏰ **Schedule**:
- Departs hourly 9AM-4PM (weather permitting)
- **Best Season**: May-Nov (calmer seas)
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### **Local Flavors Nearby**
🦞 **Irozaki Kaigeten**: Fresh lobster rice bowls
🍊 **Mikan Soft Serve**: Sweet-tart Shizuoka specialty
☕ **Cafe Umi no Eki**: Ocean-view matcha lattes
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### **Why Perfect for Solo Travelers?**
✅ **Safe single seating** – No forced pairings
✅ **Easy to chat** with friendly crew/other travelers
✅ **Compact adventure** – Fits neatly into Izu itineraries
**"This boat doesn’t just sail along cliffs—it navigates through Earth’s geological diary, where every rock layer tells a million-year story."**
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**Would you brave the waves for dolphin sightings or explore the coastal trails first?** 🐬🥾 Tag your choice!
