All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

There are many morning tours available, but I chose this afternoon tour because it allows you to have lunch first! It’s friendly for families with small children since you can take your time in the morning and have an early lunch before participating.

We first gathered at Ishigaki Port and then moved to the boat. Personally, I found the boat to be very clean, possibly the cleanest I’ve experienced in any tour so far! After about a 30-minute boat ride, we finally arrived at the Phantom Island! The weather was great, and the sea was a beautiful emerald green.

Next up was snorkeling! The staff provided a thorough explanation of how to use the fins and snorkel, so even someone like me, who isn’t a strong swimmer, was able to snorkel without any trouble! The underwater scene was truly like an aquarium, with beautiful yellow and blue fish swimming around, creating wonderful memories. This is an experience you don’t often get, so I highly recommend it!

アクティビティは朝からのツアーが多い中、お昼を食べてから参加できる午後ツアーがあるとのことでこちらに参加しました！
朝ゆっくりして早めの昼ごはんを食べてから参加できるので、小さなお子様連れなどにも優しいのではないでしょうか？

まずは石垣港に集合し、その後船に移動します。個人的には船が綺麗でとても良かったです♬(今まで参加したツアーで1番清潔だったかも笑)
そのあとは30分ほど船で移動して、いよいよ幻の島に到着です！
天気も良く海がエメラルドグリーンでとっても綺麗でした。
スタッフさんが写真も撮ってくれました。

続いてはシュノーケリングです！
ファンやシュノーケルの扱い方も丁寧に説明してくださるので、泳ぎが苦手な私もなんのトラブルもなくシュノーケリングができました！
海の中は本当に水族館のような黄色や青のお魚が泳いでおり、とっても綺麗で素敵な思い出になりました。
こんな経験はなかなかできないのでおすすめです！！

I came to Ishigaki for the first time. I wanted to explore the surrounding islands, so I went to Iriomote Island. I heard that Iriomote Island is rich in nature and is called the "Galapagos of the East," so I signed up for a tour to experience nature.

There, I went to do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), visited a limestone cave, and went to Barasu Island, which is made up of a few corals. I was a bit anxious since it was my first time doing SUP, but the guide taught me patiently, so I was able to do it well. Even though my friends pushed me in, playing surrounded by nature that I don't usually see became a great memory. In the limestone cave, I could experience the untouched nature, and at Barasu Island, I was able to see sea turtles from above, which was really wonderful. I plan to come again. Thank you!

初めて石垣旅行に来ました。離島巡りもしたかったので西表島に行きました。西表島は東洋のガラパゴスと呼ばれるくらい自然が豊かなところだと聞いたので、
自然が体感できるツアーに申し込みました。
そこでSUPと鍾乳洞、そして数少ないサンゴで、できたバラス島に行きました。
SUPは初めてだったので不安もあったけど
ガイドの方に丁寧に教えてくださったので上手くできました。友達に落とされたりしたけど普段見ない自然に囲まれて遊んだことは、いい思い出になりました。鍾乳洞では舗装がなされていないありのままの自然が体感でき、バラス島では上からウミガメが見れたりしてとても良かったです。また来ようと思いますありがとうございました。

Thank you for accommodating my last-minute reservation. The guide who assisted us was very interesting, and we made great memories on our last night in Ishigaki. I was amazed by the amount of stars in the sky, more than I've ever seen before. I would like to request Pipi again when I come back to Ishigaki.

ギリギリの予約にもかかわらず快く受けれて下さり感謝です。
担当して下さったガイドさんの話はとても面白いく石垣の最後の夜にいい思い出ができました。
星空も今までに見たことないぐらいの量に感激しました。
また石垣来た際はpipiさんにお願いしたいと思います。

I saw a coconut crab for the first time. I was surprised that the same guide was with us during the day as well, but since we had become friendly, it was lucky for me(^^) I made the best memories and fell in love with Ishigaki Island!

初めてヤシガニというものを見ました。日中もお世話になって同じガイドさんだったのはびっくりしましたが、親しくなった方だったので、ラッキーでした(^^)
最高の思い出ができましたし、石垣島が大好きになりました！

I was taken care of all day by Pipisan. I truly made the best memories. Among them, I was so moved by the contrast of the beautiful sea and coral fragments at Balas Island that I felt like crying. I didn't do much, but I was able to relax and take it easy there. It was also helpful that I was taken to the port at the end of the tour. Thank you very much.

ピピさんでは一日中お世話になりました。本当に最高の思い出ができました。
中でもバラス島は美しい海とサンゴのかけらのコントラストに涙が出そうになるくらい感動しました。何をするでもないですが、そこでのんびりしたり、まったりしたりリラックスできました。ツアーの最後に港まで送っていただけたのも助かりました。ありがとうございます。

The guide was amazing. The conversation about Ishigaki Island during the trip was wonderful, and the explanations about the creatures were detailed. Above all, it was impressive how much fun the guide seemed to be having (laughs).

最高のガイドさんでした。道中の石垣島トーークも素晴らしいし、生き物の解説も詳しかったです。なによりも本人が楽しそうだったのが印象的でした(笑)

The stand-up paddleboarding experience at Kabira Wan, the snorkeling tour at the Blue Cave, and the Tarzan jump at the waterfall were all amazing. I participated alone, but I felt like I made a friend with the guide, and I was very satisfied.

カビラワンでのサップ体験、青の洞窟のシュノーケリングツアー、滝壺でのターザンジャンプ、どれもこれも最高でした。1人参加でしたが、ガイドさんと友達になれた気がして、大満足です

It was a fantastic day! Thank you to all the staff!
Next, I want to have fun in Ishigaki Island!
Thank you, Hara and Roku!

一日大満喫でした！スタッフの皆様ありがとうございますした！
次は石垣島でも遊びたい！
ありがとうハラさん！ロクさん！

The impact of the heavy rain disaster in May and the onset of the rainy season, along with unstable weather and delays at the time of departure, filled me with anxiety as I set off for Yakushima. Arriving at Yakushima Airport was a miracle, especially since it was a connecting flight. It was also miraculous that the mountain bus service resumed on the day of trekking, and despite heavy rain the night before, the weather was clear that day—truly a miraculous start to the trekking adventure.

However, I felt a sense of reassurance from the words of our guide, Shimozono-san, who said, "It will be fine. Let's do our best to go as far as we can."

On the day of the trek, I teamed up with my friends and two young women, making a group of four. "Today is the best," said Shimozono-san. With the June sunshine filtering through the deep green foliage, even though we were sweating, the breeze was refreshing. He helped us manage our pace as trekking beginners, and we successfully reached Jomon Sugi. The miso soup he prepared for our lunch was comforting.

We also took many great photos. Although I had continuously declined invitations to trek to Jomon Sugi, the sense of accomplishment of "I did it too" was overwhelming. Thank you so much for the wonderful memories.

５月の豪雨災害の影響と梅雨へ突入、地元出発時の気象の不安定と大雨で遅延と条件付きと、不安材料満載の中で屋久島へ出発となりました。屋久島空港に到着も奇跡、しかも乗り継ぎで。トレッキング当日に登山バス運行が再開となったのも奇跡、前日は夜間も大雨だったのに当日は晴れたのも奇跡で、ホントに奇跡尽くしのトレッキングの始まりでした。
しかし、前日にガイドのシモゾノさんからの「大丈夫でしょう。行けるところまでがんばってき行きましょう。」というお言葉になぜか安心感がわきました。
当日は友達と、他に二人の若い女性との４人でトライしました。「今日は最高だよ」とシモゾノさん。６月の晴れ間で深緑の隙間から光がさし、汗をかいても風が涼しく、長ーい道のりをトレッキング初心者の４人のペース配分して下さり、無事に縄文杉までたどり着くことが出来ました。用意してくださった昼食のお味噌汁浸みました。
いい写真もたくさん撮れました。
誘いを拒否しつづけてきた縄文杉トレッキングでしたが、「私でも出来た」という達成感は半端なかったです。
良い思い出を本当にありがとうございました。

The morning mangrove stand-up paddleboarding was great, but in the afternoon during snorkeling, the guide forgot the marine shoes... which was a mistake. I had to walk on the rough road to the beach in flip-flops, causing blisters. I wore fins over the flip-flops and explored the Blue Cave in them, which really damaged my feet (￣∇￣).

If the marine shoes hadn't been forgotten, it would have been just a fun memory, but now there's also a painful memory added to it. That said, looking back, it has become a good memory.

I am giving this evaluation with hopes for improvement.

午前中のマングローブSUPまでは良かったのですが、午後からのシュノーケルで担当ガイドさんがマリンシューズを忘れる…というミスをしてしまいました。ビーチに行くまでの悪路をビーサンで歩き、鼻緒が靴擦れ。ビーサンの上からフィンをして、青の洞窟の中もビーサンで散策と、かなり足にダメージが(￣∇￣)
マリンシューズの忘れ物がなければ楽しい思い出だけでしたが、痛い思い出もプラスされてしまいました。
とはいえ、今となればそれも良い思い出ですが。

改善の期待を込めてこちらの評価にさせて頂きます。

My first trip to Eastern Hokkaido with my mother. To fulfill our wish of "wanting to ride a canoe in the Kushiro Wetlands," we deliberately planned an individual trip instead of a group tour with a travel agency.

The conditions for the canoe tour were twofold: "to be able to ride the canoe for as long as possible on a basic tour course" and "to have pick-up available near Kushiro Station since we wouldn't be driving." Based on these conditions, we applied to Healing Canoe Kushiro.

On the day of the tour, it was an unusually hot day for Hokkaido, but it was sunny with light winds, which I think were good conditions for canoeing. The refreshing sound of the water, the breeze crossing the surface, and the various bird calls from afar and nearby were all very pleasant.

I felt so relaxed and healed that I wanted to just drift along... Our guide, Mr. Ichinose, a local from Kushiro, was very attentive and fun, allowing us to feel safe and comfortable. I definitely want to visit again during this beautiful fresh green season and experience the different expressions of other seasons.

母と訪れる初めての道東。
「釧路湿原でカヌーに乗りたい！」という希望を叶えるため、旅行会社の団体旅行ではなく敢えて個人旅行を計画しました。
カヌーツアーの条件は「ベーシックなツアーコースで出来るだけ長時間カヌーに乗っていられること」と「車を運転しないので釧路駅近辺の送迎が可能なこと」の2点。
この条件にかなって今回ヒーリングカヌー釧路さんに申し込みました。
当日は北海道にはあり得ないほどの暑い日でしたが晴れて風も弱く、カヌーには良い条件だったと思います。涼やかな水の音、水面を渡ってくる風、遠くから近くから聞こえる様々な鳥の声など、とても心地良かったです。
このまま漂っていたい…と思うくらいリラックスして癒されました。
釧路っ子のガイド、一戸さんのアテンドはとても丁寧で楽しく、安心してお任せすることができました。
ぜひまた新緑の美しいこの時期、そして表情を変えた他の季節も訪れたいと思います。

I had a full-day experience. I'm grateful to the staff who kindly supported me with a smile, no matter how slow my swimming was.
It seems that Kabira Bay can be rough, so we ended up doing mangrove SUP, but it was very calm, which I actually preferred!
As others have mentioned, I received the photos right away.
Thank you, Suga-chan, for the wonderful day!

1日つきっきり体験させていただきました。どんなに泳ぎが遅くてもニコニコ対応してくださったスタッフさんに感謝です。。
川平湾は荒れやすいらしく、マングローブのSUPになりましたが、非常に穏やかで私にはむしろ良かったと思います！
他の人も書いてますが、写真もすぐにもらえました。
スガちゃん1日ありがとうございました。

I participated in a tour that included mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), exploring a limestone cave, and landing on Balas Island.
The other guests were also first-timers at SUP, but they were able to stand up, so it might be okay even if you don't have much time for exercise (^｡^).
The limestone cave trek was also a serious adventure and fantastic!
It was a full day packed with activities!

マングローブSUPと鍾乳洞の探検、バラス島の上陸のツアーに参加しました。
私以外のお客さんもSUPは初めてでも立てていたので、運動に時間がなくても大丈夫かもです(^｡^)
鍾乳洞も本格的なトレッキングで最高！
1日盛りだくさんのツアーできた！

I really wanted to go to Kabira Bay and the Blue Cave, and I found this tour just in the nick of time! Thank you for accommodating my last-minute reservation ^_^
The guide's hospitality was incredible!
Everyone was so kind, and I was truly moved. They also took some really beautiful photos.

P.S. Was there another photo of me diving while snorkeling?

川平湾と青の洞窟にはどうしても行きたくて、予約ギリギリで見つけたツアーでした！ギリギリの予約で対応してくださってありがとうございます^_^
ガイドさんのホスピタリティが半端ない！
皆さん優しくて感動しました。写真もすごく綺麗に撮ってくださいます。

p.s.シュノーケリングの飛び込んでいる写真もう一枚ありませんでしたか？

Since I have difficulty walking, I was able to go at a slow pace. Participating was definitely the right choice. I was able to enjoy creatures and nature that I can't see living in the city.

足が悪いので、ゆっくりとしたペースでやっていただきました。参加して大正解。
都会に住んでいると見ることのできない生き物や自然を楽しむことができました。

At first, I made a reservation through another site, but I was kindly informed over the phone that booking through VELTRA would be more advantageous. The instructor on the day was also very polite, and I was able to easily enjoy both SUP and snorkeling for the first time. They took a lot of photos, so I think it will become a wonderful travel memory.

最初は他のサイトから予約したのですが、VELTRAから予約するとお得だとご丁寧にお電話で教えてもらいました。
当日のインストラクターの方も大変丁寧で、初めてのSUPもシュノーケリングも難なくできました。写真もたくさん撮っていただけるので、素晴らしい旅の思い出になると思います。

Thank you for taking care of us during the daytime at Pipi! It was great to see the creatures and stars while we were on Ishigaki Island. Please take us on various tours when we come again!

お昼間もピピさんでお世話になりました！
移動中の石垣島のお話ももちろん、生き物や星が見れてよかったです。
また来た時はいろんなツアーに連れて行ってください！

It was the off-season, so there weren't many people, and the guide was very attentive. Thank you, Obara!

オフシーズンだったので、あまり人が多くなく、ガイドさんもつきっきりでやっていただきました。小原さんありがとう！

Although it was slightly rainy, thanks to our guide, it turned out to be an incredibly fun hike. Since it takes a long time and distance, make sure to get plenty of sleep the night before!

若干の雨の中でしたが、ガイドさんのおかげで最高に楽しい登山になりました。
とても長い時間と距離ですので前日はよく寝ましょう！

Despite it being June, the weather was nice, and I was able to reach Taiko Rock in the heat! The mossy forest along the way was the setting for "Princess Mononoke"! I was so happy! After that, there was a steep slope, and I worked hard to climb through the pathless area, leading to an incredible view!! It was a reward view that only those who put in the effort could see! It was a moment that made me feel glad I came.

6月にも関わらず天気も良く、暑い中太鼓岩まで行けました！途中の苔むすの森はもののけ姫の舞台！嬉しかった！そこから急斜面が続き道なき所を頑張って登った先に大絶景！！頑張った人だけが見えるご褒美ビュー！来て良かったと思える瞬間でしたよ。

The day after climbing Jomon Sugi, I was worried about whether I could go, but since the departure was at 8:30 AM and I was back at my accommodation by noon with a shuttle service included, I’m really glad I chose this plan. The guide was kind and took photos at various points, creating great memories. Above all, the scenery of the Forest of the Mononoke was amazing. Compared to the Jomon Sugi climb, this course is easier, so if you're considering this course the day after climbing Jomon Sugi, it seems that athletic shoes would have been sufficient, and you can go with minimal luggage—just water and your phone. If I have the chance to go to Yakushima again, I would love to visit this place.

縄文杉登山の翌日で、行けるかどうか不安でしたが、出発も8時30分と余裕があり12時には宿泊先に戻っている送迎付きのプランだったので本当にこのプランを選んで良かったです。
ガイドさんも優しく、ポイントポイントで写真を撮ってくださり良い思い出が出来ました。何より、もののけの森の景色が最高でした。
縄文杉登山と比べると簡単なコースになるので、縄文杉登山の翌日にこのコースを検討しているのであれば運動靴でも良かったようで、荷物も水と携帯のみという最小限で行けるコースです。屋久島に行く機会があればまた行きたい場所です。

The guide was very kind, and we were able to feed the animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery! If you're looking for a blue cave experience, this is definitely the place! I highly recommend it!

ガイドさんがとても優しく、餌をあげれたり
綺麗な景色を堪能できました！！
青の洞窟体験なら間違いなくここ！
おすすめです！

I participated in the morning half-day tour on June 4th!

It was my first time snorkeling, and I felt a bit anxious about going alone. However, the staff were friendly and explained everything clearly, which quickly eased my worries.

The waters around Kerama were incredibly beautiful, with deep shades of blue and green that left me in awe. I loved seeing the shimmering schools of fish. If I could wish for more, I would have liked to see a turtle too.

I appreciated the hotel pickup service! They also took photos, which made for great memories. I definitely want to participate again. Thank you!

6/4午前半日に参加しました！

初めてのシュノーケリング、一人参加に不安をおぼえつつの参加でした。スタッフの皆さんが気さくで、わかりやすく教えてくれたのですぐに不安はふっとびました。

慶良間の海はとてもきれいで深い碧と青に感動。魚の群れがキラキラ見えてすごくよかった。よくをいえば亀にも会いたかったなぁ。

ホテルピックアップもしてくれてありがたい！
写真も撮ってくれるので記念になります。
ぜひまた参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました！

We paddled a canoe and landed in the jungle! When we explored towards the waterfall, we were amazed by its beauty! The kids loved jumping into the plunge pool and tried it several times. On the way back, the tide was low, so we landed in the mangroves and were able to observe many creatures! It was so much fun to experience nature from different angles.

カヌーを漕いて、ジャングルに上陸！滝に向けて探検したら、綺麗な滝に感動！子供は滝壺に飛び降りるのは大好きで、何回もやてみた。
帰りは潮を引いて、マングローブに上陸して、たくさんの生物を観察できた！自然をいろんな角度で触れて、めちゃ楽しかった。

The wind was strong, so instead of SUP at Kawahira Bay, we did SUP on the river, but it was still a lot of fun. There were plenty of activities like snorkeling and exploring caves, so I was satisfied. The staff's polite service was also great.

風が強く川平湾でのSUPではなく、川でのSUPとなりましたが十分楽しかったです。
シュノーケル、洞窟など盛りだくさんでしたので満足しました。
従業員の方も丁寧な接客も良かったです。

I have snorkeled for decades all over the world--Blue Cave is a treasure. The staff at Bokenjima took wonderful care of me (even though they spoke barely any English, it didn't matter in the water!). This is an experience not to be missed.

The guide's explanations on the bus and the instructions from another guide upon arrival at the farm were easy to understand. The weather changed quickly on the day of participation, and there were moments when the stars were hidden by clouds in the blink of an eye. Many participants come with family and friends, but it's also enjoyable alone. Additionally, there is a reminder to refrain from taking photos of the night sky with smartphones. Well, you can't really capture it with a smartphone anyway...

ガイドさんのバス車内での話、ファーム到着後の別のガイドさんのポインター使用の説明共にわかりやすい。参加日は空模様の変化が早く、あーーっというまに星が雲に隠れることもありました。
家族や仲間での参加が多いですが、１人でも楽しめます。
また、スマホで星空を撮ることを控えるように注意あります。まあスマホでは撮れないし。。。

I participated alone as a woman! On the day of the tour, there were six of us.

Since the Arakawa Trailhead was under construction, we started from Shirakawa Unsuikyo. It was a hard course that took 2 to 3 hours longer than usual, but we all managed to reach the goal safely.

It rained heavily, but at each spot, the rain stopped, and the guide took great photos for us.

Before we started, I was disappointed about the rain, but the vibrant green moss and the slightly misty forest were so beautiful that I think the rain actually allowed us to experience the true essence of Yakushima.

I participated in early June, and because of the high humidity, it got hot quickly once we started walking. A short-sleeve T-shirt was enough under the rainwear. We could refill our water from springs multiple times along the way, so a plastic bottle was sufficient (it's best to go light).

I initially used a folding umbrella, but on the way back, I relied on my trekking poles instead. Especially for beginners, I think it's better to give up on staying dry early and fully enjoy the nature of Yakushima (laughs).

The guide not only had a wealth of knowledge but also helped with pacing and finding great photo spots, so if it's your first time, I definitely recommend going with a guide. (I was so happy that they took such beautiful photos of the heart-shaped Wilson stump!)

Some may be worried about the recent rain, but even as an amateur, I was fine! I believe there are views that can only be seen now, so experiencing the emotion of seeing the estimated 7,000-year-old Yakusugi and the sense of achievement from trekking at the same time is something I highly recommend to anyone who is hesitant.

Thank you to the guide and everyone in Yakushima for a wonderful time.

女性ひとりで参加しました！当日は6名のツアーとなりました。

荒川登山口が工事中とのことで、白川雲水峡からの出発。時間も通常より2〜3時間長くなるハードコースでしたが、無事にみんなでゴールすることができました。

雨がすごかったのですが、各スポットでは雨も上がり、ガイドさんがしっかりと写真をおさめてくれました。

スタート前は雨が残念と思っていましたが、苔の緑がとても綺麗だったり、少し白んだ森が幻想的だったりと、逆に雨の方が屋久島らしさを味わえたのではないかと思います。

6月初旬の参加でしたが、湿度が高いので歩き始めるとすぐに暑くなります。レインウェアの下は半袖Ｔシャツで十分です。水分も湧き水を途中で複数回くめますので、ペットボトルで十分だと思います(とにかく軽装で行った方が良いです)。

折り畳み傘は最初は使っていましたが、帰りはストックに頼ることになったので使いませんでした。特に登山初心者の方は、濡れるのは早々に諦めて、屋久島の自然を丸ごと楽しんだ方が良いと思います(笑)。

ガイドさんは、さまざまな知識はもちろん、ペース配分、そして写真のスポットまでしっかりサポートしてくれるので、初めてであれば絶対にガイドさんと登った方が良いと思います。(ウィルソン株のハートをあんなに綺麗に撮ってくださって、すごく嬉しかったです！)

先日の雨でご心配される方もいらっしゃるかもしれませんが、素人の私でも大丈夫でした！
今しか見られない景色もあると思いますので、推定7000歳の屋久杉を生で見る感動と、トレッキングとしての達成感を同時に味わえるので、迷ってる方がいれば、ぜひおすすめします。

ガイドさんはじめ、屋久島の皆様、素敵な時間をありがとうございました。

Such an incredible day! From the very beginning everything ran smoothly thanks to the beautiful staff who tried their best to speak English and accommodate to everyones needs, including a bus pickup service from my front door step in the morning and return at the end of the day!
On arrival we were able to store valuables, given a great quality wetsuit to wear for the day and welcomed onto the boat for the day where complimentary drinks and lunch were provided (vegetarian friendly!) as well as shower, changeroom and toilet facilities and a great safety briefing and run down of the day from staff in various languages.
The stops were incredible and thanks to the staff we were able to download images of each destination for free which will definitley be held onto for years! The water was warm and as stunning kerama blue as you expect and we were lucky enough to see so many fish and a few turtles whilst exploring!
Overall a really great and unforgettable day which ultimately came down to a really well working team of guides!
Tip for anyone going on this, regardless of if you have a history of travel sickness, bring some medication with you and some sun protection!

On the first day, the Jomon Sugi was under clear skies, perfect for trekking. The scenery and weather were wonderful, but the guide seemed overly focused on the time and hardly looked back, providing little explanation. There wasn't even time to take photos. To make matters worse, while I was taking pictures, the guide went ahead and disappeared from view. The guiding was completely pointless; I believe I would have enjoyed it much more if I had gone on my own. On the second day, I had a different guide who shared various stories with us. It seems there is a significant difference depending on the guide. I hope for a certain standard of service from the guides. There is really no point in having someone accompany you if it’s like this.

1日目の縄文杉は晴天で、トレッキング日和でした。景色も天気も素晴らしかったのですがガイドさんが時間ばかり気にしているのか後ろも見ず、説明もほとんどありませんでした。写真を撮ってる暇もありません。
挙げ句の果てには、写真を撮っている間にさきにいって見えなくなりました。
ガイドの意味が全くなく、むしろ個人で行った方がより深く楽しめたと思います。2日目は違うガイドさんでいろいろお話してくれました。
ガイドさんの当たり外れで雲泥の差があるように思います。
ある一定の接客レベルの人であってほしいです。一緒にいってもらう意味が全くありません。