All Reviews for Okinawa Water Sports

I participated in snorkeling for the first time, and thanks to the detailed explanations from our guide Miho, I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The sea around Miyako Island is incredibly beautiful, and I felt that I definitely want to go snorkeling again if I get the chance to travel!

At first, I was quite anxious about exploring the limestone caves, but once I entered, a mysterious space unfolded before me, and soon the excitement outweighed my worries.

The view of the sea from the sea kayak at the end of the tour is likely to become a lifelong memory. Although I didn't see any sea turtles, it has motivated me to participate in another tour. If I have the opportunity again, I look forward to it. Thank you!

初めてシュノーケリングに参加しましたが、ガイドのミホさんの丁寧な説明のおかげで、安心して楽しめることができました。宮古島の海は大変美しく、また旅行できたら必ずシュノーケリングをやりたいと感じました！
鍾乳洞探検も初めは不安が大きかったのですが、いざ中に入ってみると、不思議な空間が広がっており、あっという間に不安よりも面白さが勝るようになりました。
ツアーの最後にシーカヤックから眺めた海は一生の思い出になりそうです。
ウミガメは見れませんでしたが、またツアーに参加するきっかけになりました。またの機会があれば、楽しみにして行きたいと思います。ありがとうございました！

My first time in Miyako Island and I finally got to go snorkeling!

To be honest, I was really anxious at first, but thanks to the clear explanations from our instructor, Yamato, and his thoughtful attention to each participant, I felt very reassured and was able to enjoy myself. The underwater world was a beautiful landscape of coral reefs and tropical fish, like a stunning scene from a dragon palace. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any sea turtles, but I did see clownfish, making it the best snorkeling experience ever.

In the afternoon, we went sea kayaking to the Pumpkin Cave, which was even more amazing than I had imagined. Jumping into the cave felt completely safe and was such a refreshing dive! I had an experience that words can't even describe.

Yamato took lots of photos and videos for us and sent the data the same day, which really impressed me with his quick work. Thank you so much for everything; it turned out to be a wonderful and memorable wedding anniversary.

Next time, I want to challenge myself with SUP as well. I look forward to it!

初めての宮古島で念願だったシュノーケリング
実は最初はとても不安でしたが、インストラクターの大和さんの分かりやすい説明と参加者皆さん一人一人へのお声掛けや気遣いにとても安心して楽しむことが出来ました
海の中は珊瑚礁と熱帯魚の美しい世界が広がってまるで竜宮城のような素晴らしい景色でした
残念ながらウミガメには出会う事は出来ませんでしたがカクレクマノミも観られて最高のシュノーケリングでした

午後からのシーカヤックで行くパンプキン鍾乳洞
これが想像以上の素晴らしさ
鍾乳洞からの飛び込みは怖さを全く感じる事なく気持ち良くダイブ！！
もう言葉では現せない程最高の経験をする事が出来ました

大和さんにはたくさん写真や動画を撮ってもらい、その日のうちにデータで送って頂き仕事の早さにもびっくりです
たくさんお世話になりありがとうございました
想い出に残る素敵な素敵な結婚記念日になりました

次回はSUPにもチャレンジしたいと思ってます
また是非よろしくお願いします

I used this tour for my graduation trip from university. Due to weather conditions, the Blue Cave tour was changed to the Phantom Island, but it was a very fulfilling activity where I could fully enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island. Since we received the photos taken by the guide during the tour, we were able to capture plenty of memories without needing to bring a waterproof camera. Since I participated in March, the temperature wasn't very warm, and it was a bit chilly on the boat, so I think it would be comfortable to bring a long-sleeved jacket that you don't mind getting wet if you participate around March.

大学の卒業旅行で本ツアーを利用しました。
天候の都合で青の洞窟ツアーから幻の島に変更になりましたが、石垣島の自然を満喫することができるとても充実したアクティビティでした。
ツアー中ガイドの方が撮影した写真をデータを受け取る事ができるため防水カメラなどを持参しなくても、十分に思い出を写真に残す事ができました。
今回3月に参加したこともあり気温はそこまで暖かくなかったため、船の上は少し肌寒かったので、3月ごろに参加される際は濡れてもいい長袖の上着等を持っていくと快適に過ごせるかと思います。

Yamato, our guide, was very kind! He had a wealth of knowledge about the limestone caves, snorkeling, corals, and fish, and explained everything clearly and thoroughly. I had no worries at all; it was just really fun. Meeting a sea turtle was the highlight! I also got to experience this with Yacchi, who was in training, and it truly became an unforgettable and precious time! Next time, I want to join again with Yamato and Yacchi as guides when the weather is nice. Thank you so much for such a fun time! The photos are beautiful and a treasure.

ガイドのやまとさん。とても親切でした‼︎
鍾乳洞、シュノーケル、珊瑚、魚のことなど知識も豊富でわかりやすく、丁寧に色々教えていただきました。何も不安なく、ただ本当に楽しかったです。海ガメにも出会えて最高でした！
研修中ガイドのやっちとも一緒に体験できて、とにかく一生忘れられない貴重な時間となりました！次は天気が良いときに、再度やまとさんややっちのガイドで参加したいです＾＾本当に楽しい時間をありがとうございました！お写真も綺麗で宝物です☺︎

My first experience with diving! I had some anxiety and fear, but there was one diver for every two people, which made me feel safe as we proceeded slowly. The staff were all very kind and made it fun, and they took a lot of photos, which was amazing! The ocean was incredibly beautiful, and I was able to see the sea turtles I had always wanted to see, so I was very satisfied. It was also great that things like lunch and towel rentals were included, so I didn't have to carry too much luggage.

初めての体験ダイビング！不安や怖さもありましたが、2人に対してダイバーさん1人付いてゆっくりすすめてくれるので安心でした☆スタッフさんみんな優しくて楽しませてくれるし写真もいっぱい撮ってくれて最高でした！！海もめちゃくちゃ綺麗やし念願のウミガメもしっかり見れて大満足★
お弁当とかタオルレンタルとか組み込まれてるので荷物も多くならず有り難かったです。

Before participating, I had various concerns, but staff member Yamato said, "I will help you," and provided support, which made for a truly wonderful experience.

参加する前は、色々不安がありましたが、スタッフのヤマトさんが「 お手伝いします」と言ってサポートして下さったので、とても素晴らしい体験が出来ました。

After visiting the Churaumi Aquarium, we participated in this activity. We made a reservation in advance, and it was helpful that cancellations were allowed until 5 PM the day before. We had a very enjoyable experience! I was a bit worried since my elderly parents were with us, but the tour guide was very kind, and we had a pleasant time. The weather was great, so the scenery was fantastic. There was some slight rocking, but the kids took motion sickness medication, so they didn't feel unwell. Exploring underwater and seeing corals and fish up close created wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

美ら海水族館の後にこちらに参加しました。
前もって予約してました。キャンセルも前日の5時までOKなのが助かります。
とても楽しく体験出来ました！年配の両親も一緒だったので少し心配でしたが、添乗員の方もとても親切で気持ちのいい時間を過ごせました。
天気も良かったので景色も最高でした。
多少の揺れはありましたが、子供達は酔い止めを飲んで参加したので気分も悪くなりませんでした。
海中探索もサンゴや魚を間近で見れて良い思い出が出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

The weather was nice, and the Kerama Blue was beautiful! I also got to see sea turtles, and the clarity of the water was outstanding. The staff were all very nice!

天気が良くて綺麗な慶良間ブルーでした！
ウミガメにも会えたし、透明度も抜群。
スタッフさんもみんないい方でした！

The first half of the canoeing was with university students who were doing stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It had been a while since I last went canoeing, but they took a lot of photos and provided various explanations about nature, making it a very valuable experience.

For lunch, we were dropped off near Euglena Mall and had the freedom to eat until the designated time.

During the second half, we headed to the Blue Cave, and I was worried about whether we could experience it due to the heavy rain on the way there. However, by the time we arrived, it had turned into light rain, and although it was cold, we were able to enjoy the experience. They also took many photos here.

If I had to mention something, I was a bit disappointed that there weren't as many fish as I expected, possibly due to the season or the rain. But since this is nature, it can't be helped.

Overall, it was a fun experience.

前半のカヌーは、SUPの大学生と一緒でした。
久しぶりのカヌーでしたが、写真もいっぱい撮ってくださり
自然の説明も色々してもらったりで、大変貴重な体験となりました。

お昼は、ユーグレナモール近辺で降ろしてもらい、時間まで自由に食事を
とってくださいというスタイルでした。

後半の青の洞窟は、向かう最中が、めちゃくちゃ豪雨だったため
体験できるか心配でしたが、現地に着くころは小雨になっており
寒い中でしたが、体験することができました。
ここでも写真をいっぱい撮っていただきました。

しいていえば、時期的なものか、雨が降ったからかはわかりませんが
思ったより、魚がいなかったのが残念でした。
こればっかりは自然のものなので、仕方ありません。

トータルとしても、楽しかったです。

To put it mildly, it was amazing. The other participants were all nice people, and it became a fun memory. Here are the good and bad points:

Good points:
- The guide was fun and engaging.
- Although it was cloudy at first, the weather didn't matter much inside the cave.
- The cave was mystical and absolutely fantastic.

Bad points:
- Carrying the canoe at the end was unexpectedly difficult.
- There were many people from other tours, so we had to wait a bit to enter.

控えめに言って最高でした
他の参加者もいい人ばかりで楽しい思い出になりました、以下良かったこと、悪かったことです

よかったこと
　お兄さんが楽しく案内してくれた
　最初は曇り空だったが洞窟の中は天気があまり関係なかった
　洞窟は神秘的で最高でした。

悪かったことは
　最後にカヌーを運んでいくのが思いのほか大変だった
　他のツアーの人もたくさんいたので入るのに少し待ったことです

The Iriomote Island mangrove canoe tour was a lot of fun as we enjoyed the scenery while canoeing, observing the butterflies and plants that inhabit Iriomote Island. Throughout the tour, the guide provided explanations about the butterflies and plants of Iriomote Island, as well as the lives of the local people.

The water buffalo cart ride to Yubu Island takes you across the water from Iriomote Island to Yubu Island. Yubu Island is a botanical garden, where we could also see butterflies and plants. On the way back, we rode the water buffalo cart back to Iriomote Island. Inside the cart, we were treated to traditional sanshin music, which added to the tropical atmosphere and was very enjoyable.

西表島マングローブカヌーツアーはカヌーをしながら景色をみて、西表島に生息する蝶や、植物をみながら楽しめるので非常に楽しかったです。ツアー中はずっとガイドの方が西表島の蝶や植物、西表島の人々の暮らしなど説明していただけます。
由布島の水牛車は水の上を水牛車で渡り西表島から由布島に向かいます。由布島は植物園になっており、ここでも蝶や植物をみることができました。帰りも水牛車に乗り西表島へ向かいます。水牛車の中では三線を引いて頂けるので南国らしさ満開でとても良かったです。

In the morning, I did stand-up paddleboarding at Kabira Bay. It was the best weather during my stay, and the sea was incredibly beautiful. At first, I was a bit hesitant with the SUP, but once I got used to it, I was able to stand up and glide smoothly, which was a lot of fun.

After having lunch together, we gathered again and went snorkeling in the afternoon. The water was a bit cold, but I was amazed by the number of fish I saw and the clarity of the water. Both activities were truly wonderful experiences. They also sent me about 160 photos, which became great memories. Thank you very much!

午前中に川平湾でSUPをしました。滞在中で1番いい天気で海がめちゃくちゃきれいでした。SUPは最初おそるおそるでしたが、慣れてきたら立てて、スイスイと楽しかったです。
いったんお昼を食べて最集合して、午後からシュノーケリングをしました。
少し水が冷たかったですが、魚もたくさん見えて、透明度に感動しました。どちらもすごく素敵な体験でした。写真も160枚ぐらい送ってくださり、いい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

✨We challenged ourselves to snorkeling for the first time as a family!‍♂️✨ We were captivated by the breathtaking beauty of the blue ocean that spread out before us. I was moved by the beautiful fish and the stunning coral reefs that I saw up close for the first time.

Before snorkeling, I had various worries, such as whether I could breathe underwater and if I would know how to move in the sea. However, thanks to our instructor, Tetsu, who taught us patiently, we were able to get used to it quickly.

Once we entered the water, it felt like we had stepped into a new world✨. We were welcomed by coral reefs and various fish that we usually don't see. The colorful fish swam around us, and I was mesmerized by the beauty of the coral reefs. Swimming underwater was different from usual; it felt like I was swimming like a fish‍♂️. I was surprised by the variety of fish! We even got to see clownfish, coral, and sea turtles, making for a truly luxurious experience. Each creature had its own personality, and I was happy to observe each one.

Through snorkeling, I was able to learn about the ocean. I felt like we became a part of the diverse life that exists underwater. Additionally, I was able to face myself in the ocean and felt a sense of inner peace‍♂️.

We also paddled to Pumpkin Hall. The tide was high, and I was a bit worried about the rough waves, but we arrived without any issues. Once we entered Pumpkin Hall, the water got deeper, and I felt anxious because I couldn't touch the bottom, but wearing a life jacket helped me float, and my anxiety quickly turned into a sense of security. I want those who are not good at swimming to know that there’s no need to worry. We had a rare experience that could only be accessed from the sea, climbing and jumping while listening to explanations in a mystical limestone cave.

We were blessed with good weather and sea conditions, and I had a wonderful experience, feeling grateful for various people and nature. I definitely want to repeat this experience!✨ Thank you for a lovely day.

With a small group and safety measures in place, I encourage everyone to try the snorkeling and canoeing adventure at Pumpkin Hall!‍♂️✨

✨家族で初めてシュノーケリングに挑戦しました！‍♂️✨目の前に広がる海の青さに、息をのむほど美しい海の世界に魅了されました 初めて身近に目にする美しい魚たちや珊瑚礁の美しさに感動しました

シュノーケリングをする前は様々な心配事がありました水中で息をすることができるのか、海の中での動き方がわからないのではないか等です。しかし、インストラクターのテツさんが丁寧に教えてくださったため、すぐに慣れることができました

海の中に入ると、私たちは新しい世界に足を踏み入れたような感覚を覚えました✨普段私たちが目にすることのない、珊瑚礁や様々な魚たちが私たちを迎えてくれました綺麗な色の魚たちが私たちの周りを泳ぎ、珊瑚礁の美しさには見惚れました水中で泳ぐことは普段とは異なり、まるで自分が魚のように泳いでいるような感覚を覚えました‍♂️色々な種類の魚がいて驚きました！クマノミやサンゴ、ウミガメにも会うことができ、とても贅沢な時間を過ごすことができましたそれぞれの生き物には個性があり、その一つ一つを観察することができたのが嬉しかったです

シュノーケリングを通じて、海について学ぶことができました海の中には多様な生き物が存在し、私たちはその一部になれたような気がしましたまた、海の中で自分自身と向き合うことができ、心の平静さを感じることができました‍♂️

そして、パンプキンホールには、カヌーを漕いで行きました大潮だったので少し波が荒く心配しましたが、問題なく到着できましたパンプキンホールに入ると水深が深くなり足がつかなく不安になりましたが、ライフジャケットを着ているとしっかりと浮いて、あっという間に不安が安心感に変わりました泳ぎが苦手な方にも心配ない事を知って欲しいと思いました神秘的な鍾乳洞で説明を聞きながら登ったり飛び降りたりと海からしか行けない貴重な体験ができました

天気にも海況にも恵まれ、素晴らしい体験ができ、様々な方や自然界に感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです 是非またリピートしたいと思います✨素敵な一日をありがとうございました

少人数制で感染対策も安心。シュノーケリングとカヌーでのパンプキンホール冒険、みなさんももぜひ試してみてくださいね！‍♂️✨

As a beginner, I was able to enjoy the experience thanks to the kind instruction from the instructor! Not only did we have the activity, but we also had enjoyable conversations about Okinawa in the car, creating a fun atmosphere throughout. Unfortunately, I couldn't see any sea turtles, but I was able to see various fish, and the instructor provided explanations while sharing different stories about them. It was my first time on a canoe, and I had an extraordinary experience in the magnificent nature.

初心者でしたが、インストラクターの方が優しく教えてくださったので楽しむことができました！アクティビティの体験だけでなく、車内での雑談でも沖縄についてのお話をしてくださって、終始楽しい雰囲気のなか楽しめました。残念ながらウミガメは見られませんでしたが、色々な魚を見ることができ、こちらについても様々な話を交えながら解説してくださりました。カヌーは初めて乗りましたが、雄大な自然の中、非日常的な体験ができました。

This was my second time snorkeling at SAP and Balas Island. No matter how many times I go, I'm always healed by the beautiful sea and the nature-filled jungle! The staff were very kind and took a lot of photos for us! I highly recommend it.

2回目のSAPとバラス島シュノーケリング。
何度行っても綺麗な海と自然いっぱいのジャングルに癒されます！
スタッフの方もとても優しく写真もたくさん撮ってくださいました！とてもおすすめです。

Since we traveled all the way to Okinawa, we definitely wanted to see the beautiful ocean, so the three of us signed up for this snorkeling experience course. However, on the morning of the event, we received the disappointing news that the Blue Cave was off-limits due to rough seas.

Fortunately, in such situations, they had already suggested an alternative snorkeling location on the southern side of the main island, so we decided to go there instead. After a friendly and easy-to-talk-to instructor thoroughly explained the overall process and how to use the equipment, we headed into the sea. We were able to fully enjoy the transparent, blue ocean world, which was visible for several meters ahead. Overall, it was a satisfying experience. Thank you!

せっかく沖縄に旅行したからには是非綺麗な海を見たいと，同期3人で本シュノーケリング体験コースへ申込みをしました．
ところが当日の朝，海が荒れているため青の洞窟はNGとの一報が…残念．

しかし，そういった状況になった場合は代替場所(本島南側)でのシュノーケリングを事前に提案していただいていたため，そちらでシュノーケリング体験をすることに．
気さくで話しやすいインストラクターさんから全体の流れや機材の使い方などを丁寧に説明していただいた後，海へ．
数m先まで見渡せる透明で青い海の世界をたっぷり満喫することが出来ました．
全体的に満足な体験ができました．ありがとうございました！

My first trip to Miyako Island.
I participated in a tour plan with two girls that allowed us to fully enjoy the sea of Miyako Island, including Pumpkin Cave, snorkeling, and canoeing. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy and a bit chilly, but we powered through it.
First, we experienced snorkeling in the morning. We were continuously amazed and moved by the beauty of the sea around Miyako Island. We saw corals, many fish, and even the long-awaited sea turtles, which made us very satisfied.
In the afternoon, we had the Pumpkin Cave and canoeing experience. We traveled to the cave by kayak. At first, we struggled to move forward unless we paddled together, but once we got the hang of it, we were able to pick up speed and it was fun. It might require a bit of physical strength. Also, the cave revealed a mystical and fantastical view after climbing the walls. On the way back, we experienced the thrill of jumping into the sea from the wall we climbed, which was exhilarating. Even I, who have a fear of heights, managed to jump.
It was a very enjoyable tour, and the time flew by. We were taken care of by two guides who were very thorough and easy to understand in their explanations. They constantly checked in with us during the tour, allowing us to participate with peace of mind. Thank you very much.
I made wonderful memories.
This is definitely a tour I recommend experiencing when you visit Miyako Island.

初の宮古島旅行。
パンプキン鍾乳洞、シュノーケリング、カヌーと宮古島の海を満喫できるツアープランに女子２人で参加しました。天候はあいにくの曇りで、少し肌寒さはありましたが、気合いで乗り切りました。
まず、午前中にシュノーケリング体験。宮古島の海の綺麗さに驚きと感動の連続でした。サンゴやたくさんの魚、さらに念願のウミガメを見ることができ、とても満足です。
午後はパンプキン鍾乳洞とカヌー体験。鍾乳洞まではカヤックで移動しました。２人で力を合わせて漕がないと前に進まず初め手こずりましたが、コツを掴むとスピードも出せて楽しかったです。ちょっと体力は必要かも。また、鍾乳洞は壁を登った先に神秘的で幻想的な景色が広がっていました。帰りは登った壁から海に飛び込むスリルさも体験でき、ワクワク感を味わえました。高所恐怖症の私でも飛び込めました。
とても楽しいツアーで、時間があっという間でした。今回、２人のガイドさんにお世話になりました。説明が丁寧でわかりやすく、ツアー中は常に声をかけてくださり、安心してツアーに参加することが出来ました。ありがとうございます。
最高の思い出ができました。
宮古島旅行に来た際はぜひ、体験してほしいツアーです。オススメです。

When walking in a group, it can be difficult to hear the explanations if there are many people.
To visit the dolphins' habitat by the sea, it's important to be mindful of the summer sun and the cold winter winds.
Dolphins often come close to humans, and you can see their expressions well.
You will need 100 yen to use the locker for your belongings (refundable).

集団で歩いていくので人数が多い場合は説明が聞こえにくい場合もある。
海辺にあるイルカの住処に行くため、夏の日差しと冬の冷たい風には注意が必要です。
イルカは人間に寄ってくることが多くよく表情まで見えました。
荷物をロッカーに入れるため100円が必要です。（返却式）

This time, due to my circumstances, I only participated in the canoe experience at Kabira Bay. At first, I was worried about what would happen if I fell into the sea from the canoe, but the canoe was stable, and I was able to enjoy it without any concerns. We slowly paddled through the transparent waters of Kabira Bay, sometimes picking up speed and going deep into the bay. We took a short break at a small beach that couldn't be reached from land. The guide took many photos for us. I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful Kabira Bay. My wife, who was scared because she can't swim, was very satisfied and said she wanted to go canoeing more.

By the way, the day after the canoe experience, we also did SUP and canyoning with the same company, PiPi, on Iriomote Island! That was amazing too. Now that I'm back home, I'm planning when to go to Ishigaki Island next time.

今回は私の都合で川平湾のカヌー体験だけになりました。
最初はカヌーから海に落ちたら、どうしようと不安でしたけれどカヌーは安定していてまったく心配なく楽しめました。
川平湾の透き通る海をゆっくりと､時にはスピードを上げ湾の奥の方まで行って来ました。陸上からは道がなくてたどり着くことができないような小さな浜辺によって小休止｡写真もガイドさんに沢山撮って頂きました。
きれいな川平湾を堪能することができました。
カナヅチで怖がっていた嫁も、もっとカヌーに乗りたいと大満足です。

ちなみにカヌー体験の翌日は同じPiPi さんで西表島sup +キャニオニングを体験しました！
こちらも最高でした。
今､地元に帰って来ましたけど、次回の石垣島はいつ行こうか計画してます

The meeting place is the parking lot. Here, we changed into wetsuits and walked to the beach. We paddled about 300 meters in the canoe, but with the waves, it was difficult and we capsized. That's why we wear life jackets. I managed to get the canoe back, but it was quite a struggle to get back in. Before the entrance to the cave, we got out of the canoe and walked through the water, then prayed at the entrance. There's only enough space for one person to enter at a time, so depending on the tide, you might not be able to get in. I was moved by the large stalactites, and just when I thought it was over, we climbed up onto the stalactites. Water was flowing like a waterfall, but it was not seawater; it was groundwater. When I shone my flashlight, I saw various colored stalactites forming curtains and tables, and we had to walk carefully not to damage them. It goes quite deep, giving a sense of exploration. I felt like I was training under the pure water shower from the underground spring. During this trip, I participated in three activities, but this was the most memorable and an adventure you can't miss when visiting Miyako Island. I understood the age limit of 65 years old. However, I highly recommend it.

集合場所は駐車場。ここでウェットスーツに着替えて、海岸まで徒歩移動。約300メートルほどカヌーで移動するが、波があると横波なので転覆してしまった。ライフジャケット着ているわけだ。なんとか自力でカヌーを戻すが、乗り込むのに一苦労。鍾乳洞入り口手前でカヌーを降り海の中を歩き、入り口で参拝。一人一人入れるくらいのスペースしかない入り口。潮位によっては入れないわけだ。大きな鍾乳石に感動し、これで終わりか？と思ったら、鍾乳石の上に登る。滝のように水が流れているが、これは海水ではなく地下水。懐中電灯で照らすと、いろいろな色な鍾乳石がカーテン状やテーブルになっていて、そこを壊さないように歩く。結構奥まであって探検気分。奥の清い水シャワーのような地下水に打たれて修行気分になる。今回の旅行では3回アクティビティに参加したが、最も印象に残り、宮古島に来たら外せないアドベンチャーであった。65歳までの年齢制限に納得した。しかし、強くお勧めします。

It was my first time on Iriomote Island, and it turned out to be an incredibly fulfilling day!

On the day of the tour, we left Ishigaki Island early in the morning, which was a bit tiring, but thanks to that, we were able to enjoy sightseeing without overlapping with other tour groups. The guide mentioned that starting the tour earlier than others allows us to visit the attractions first, which is a great advantage.

The weather was perfect that day, and I was able to take photos that looked like they came straight out of a guidebook! Our guide, Hoshi, took a lot of pictures for us, and we received them right after the tour ended, which made me very satisfied.

The Yaeyama soba we had at the top of the Pinaisara Falls was also exquisite. If I have the chance to participate in another tour on Iriomote Island, I would definitely like to request Kazeura.

初めての西表島でしたが、すごく充実した1日になりました！
当日は、朝早くに石垣島を出発したので少ししんどかったですが、そのおかげで他のツアーグループと時間が被ることなく、ゆっくりと観光することができました。
ツアーの開始時間を他より早く設定しているので、一足先に名所を周れるところが良いところだとガイドさんも話していました。
当日は天気もよくガイドブックみたいな写真が撮れました！ガイドの星さんもたくさん写真を撮ってくださり、ツアー終了後すぐにいただけたので非常に満足です。
ピナイサーラの滝上で食べる八重山そばも絶品でした。
また西表島のツアーに参加することがあれば、ぜひ風車さんにお願いしたいと思います。

I participated on a warm, sunny day on March 10. The weather was good, but there was some wind, making canoeing quite challenging, and there were capsizes. Two staff members helped, but it required some effort. When we finally reached the cave, we turned off our videos to pay our respects since it was a sacred place. As we swam in, I expected a smooth surface like a pumpkin, but it actually felt rough. Water was flowing down from above like a waterfall. From here, we explored inside the cave. In other caves, you absolutely cannot touch the stalactites, but while you can't touch everything here, you have to touch some things.

3.10の暖かい晴れの日に参加しました。天気は良かったが、風があったりでカヌーは結構大変で転覆あり、スタッフ2人が手助けしてくれるが、ある程度力がいる感じ。いざ、鍾乳洞へ、その前に神聖な場所なのでビデオオフにしてお詣り。少し泳いで入ったところでツルツルのパンプキンと思いきやザラザラ感あり。上からじゃんじゃん水が滝のように流れてくる。ここから鍾乳洞内の探検。他の鍾乳洞では絶対には触ってはいけない鍾乳石だが、触り放題ではないが、触らざるを得ない

It was my first time in Miyako Island. I decided to join a one-day tour for SUP and snorkeling because I wanted to feel the island up close. During the morning SUP session, I was a beginner, but the guide was kind and taught me carefully. I started off paddling while sitting, but soon I was able to stand and paddle, which felt amazing. Unfortunately, during the afternoon snorkeling, I didn't get to see any sea turtles, but I was able to observe various fish in the coral reefs, which was a lot of fun. Overall, it was a very valuable experience throughout the day.

初めての宮古島でした。島を肌で感じたいと言うことで、SUP＋シュノーケリングの1日ツアーに参加を決めました。午前のSUPでは初心者でしたがガイドの方が優しく丁寧に教えてくださり、最初は座って漕いでいましたが、すぐに立って漕ぐことができるようになりとても気持ちよかったです。午後のシュノーケリングでは残念ながら海亀に会うことはできませんでしたが、サンゴ礁で様々なお魚を観察することができとても楽しかったです。1日を通してとても貴重な体験ができました。

This was my second time kayaking with my 6-year-old son, but he still struggled to paddle, and I ended up doing most of the work. We had quite a distance to cover, and with the wind pushing us, I paddled desperately, resulting in sore thighs and arms that night (laughs).

The trekking felt like climbing a bumpy mountain trail using my whole body. At this time of year, it wasn't enough exercise to break a sweat. I think it would be tough in the peak summer heat, but the view of the waterfall we reached and the misty water spray felt refreshing. Some other tour participants jumped into the plunge pool, but the water temperature was quite low, so I stopped at about waist-deep (laughs).

My son was a bit hesitant about joining the tour, but when I said, "Let's go on an adventure to find the elusive waterfall!" he seemed interested and was eager on the day of the tour. Surprisingly, he wanted to climb the rocky mountains and try entering the plunge pool, which made it fun.

If you're participating from Ishigaki Island, it might be better to either make a reservation at a restaurant or bring your own lunch. All the restaurants near Uehara Port were fully booked, and the supermarket was sold out of bento boxes.

The guide was very knowledgeable about the local area and introduced us to various plants and animals along the way. It was helpful that we could take a break at the shop while waiting for the return boat.

It was a valuable experience that you can't have back home. I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

6歳の息子とカヤックに乗るのは2回目でしたが、やはり息子はうまく漕げず、ほぼほぼ1人で漕ぎました。
結構な距離があったのと風に流されそうになり、必死に漕いだ結果その日の夜から太ももと二の腕が筋肉痛になりました（笑）
トレッキングもデコボコの山道を全身を使って登る感じでした。
今の季節であれば汗をかくほどの運動量ではなかったです。真夏は流石にキツいと思いますが、たどり着いた滝の景色と霧状の水しぶきが気持ちよかったです。他のツアーのお客さんは滝壺に飛び込んでいる方もいましたが、結構水温が低かったので腰くらいでやめておきました（笑）
ツアー参加にちょっと渋っていた息子ですが、「幻の滝を見つけに冒険に行こう！」というと興味が湧いたようで、当日は張り切っていました。
思いの外、自力で岩山を登ったり滝壺に入ってみたい！と積極的で楽しかったようです。
石垣島から参加の場合、昼食は予約が取れる店であれば予約をしておくか、石垣から持参しておいた方が良いかもしれません。上原港近くの飲食店はどこも満席で入れず、スーパーもお弁当類は売り切れていました。
ガイドの方は地元を知り尽くした方で、道中動植物の紹介もしてくれました。帰りの船の待ち時間もショップで休憩させてもらえて助かりました。
地元ではできない貴重な体験でした。また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

This time, my wife and I traveled to Ishigaki Island for the first time, and while searching for activities on VELTRA, we found a plan at Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi that allowed us to enjoy both the Kayak SUP tour and snorkeling at the Blue Cave in one day.

On the day of the tour, due to the wind and waves, we couldn't do the snorkeling at the Blue Cave and had to go to a different location, but personally, I had a fantastic time snorkeling.

Swimming through the clear sea among the coral reefs, I was able to see fish and sea turtles up close. The scenery underwater far exceeded my imagination.

My wife had a bit of trouble with her stamina on the way back, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused, but the guide was very kind and helpful.

After we were dropped off at the hotel, they even checked in on us, which I really appreciated.

I was embarrassed to be the only one who fell off the SUP among the participants (laughs). If we have the opportunity again, I would definitely like to request this tour. Thank you for the wonderful time!

　今回、夫婦で初めて石垣島に旅行に行き、どんなアクティビティを体験しようかとVELTRAさんで探していたところ、川平SUPツアーと青の洞窟シュノーケリングが1日で満喫できるプランが石垣島 ADVENTURE PiPiさんにてありましたのでお世話になってきましたー♪
　当日は風と波の影響で青の洞窟シュノーケリングは出来ず、代わりに別な場所になってしまいましたが、個人的には凄い楽しめたシュノーケリングになりました。
　透き通る海の中で、珊瑚礁の間を通り抜けながら泳いで行き、魚やウミガメも近くで見れました。もう海の中の景色は自分の想像を遥かに超えていました。
　妻の体力が無く、沖まで帰る中ご迷惑をお掛けしましたが、ガイドの方に親切にご対応頂きとても助かりました。
　ホテルへ送り届けて頂いた後も心配してご連絡くださりました、有難うございました。
　SUPで落ちたのはツアー参加の方々の中で私だけだったのが恥ずかしかったです（笑）
　また機会があれば是非お願いしたいと思います。楽しい時間を有難うございました。

This was my first time visiting Miyako Island. I was anxious about snorkeling for the first time, but the guide was very thorough in teaching me from the beginning. Thanks to that, I was able to snorkel gracefully in the beautiful, clear sea and see many fish and the long-desired sea turtles, which made me very satisfied!

The Pumpkin Cave offered a fantastical view that was a unique experience. I felt like all my daily worries and anxieties were cleansed. I definitely want to visit again.

Thanks to the two guides, I had a very enjoyable tour. Especially Yamatо, who taught me many things throughout the day. The recommended izakaya after the tour was also very delicious.

It was a valuable experience, and it was a great tour. I definitely want to participate again next time!

人生初の宮古島上陸。
初めてのシュノーケリングで不安でしたが、ガイドの方が一からとても丁寧に教えてくれました。
おかげさまで、透明度の高い綺麗な海で優雅にシュノーケリングすることができました、
たくさんのお魚や念願のウミガメを見ることができて、とても満足です!

パンプキン鍾乳洞は幻想的な景色で、ここでしか体験できないものでした、日常の不安や悩みが全て浄化された気分です、、
是非また訪れたいと思います。

ガイドの方(2名)のおかげで、とても楽しくツアーを回ることができました。
特にやまとさんには、1日を通してたくさんの事を教えてもらいました。ツアー後のオススメの居酒屋もとても美味しかったです

貴重な経験ができて、とても良いツアーでした。
次回も是非参加したいと思います‼︎

In mid-March, I participated in SAP and snorkeling with my university student daughter. I received a phone call the day before to confirm the details. At that time, I requested prescription goggles on short notice, and they kindly accommodated my request. On the day of the event, there were four groups of eight participants, including us, and two staff members provided guidance. SAP allowed us to enjoy the scenery from a higher vantage point than canoeing. I was constantly battling the fear of falling, but I managed to stay on without falling even once. During snorkeling, there were frequent health checks. My daughter almost cramped up, but she was able to hold onto a float and quickly recovered. I think we were able to observe the sea turtles for a relatively long time. After finishing, I was more exhausted than I expected, possibly due to buoyancy? I realized that the frequent health checks were likely in anticipation of this situation. Thanks to the staff, we made wonderful memories of Ishigaki Island.

3月中旬に大学生の娘とにSAPとシュノーケリングに参加しました。参加前日に詳細確認のため電話を頂きました。その時に度付きゴーグルを急遽お願いしましたが快く受付てもらえました。当日の参加者は私達を含めて4組8名、2名のスタッフでご指導を頂きました。SAPはカヌーよりも目線が高く景色を楽しめました。常に落ちそうな恐怖と戦っていましたが一度も落ちずにすみました。シュノーケリングでは途中頻繁に体調確認があります。娘が足がつりそうになりましたが、浮具に掴まらせてもらいすぐに回復しました。ウミガメは比較的長く観察できたと思います。終了後は浮力の関係？か想像以上に疲れていました。この状況を見越して頻繁な体調確認があったんだと思いました。スタッフの方のお陰で石垣島のいい思い出がでしました。

The guide was kind and explained everything clearly, making it enjoyable. We had enough time to the point where it felt like time flew by. Thank you very much.

ガイドさんが優しく教えてくれて、説明もわかりやすく楽しめました。時間があっという間に過ぎてしまうほど充分な時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。

Ah! I had the most amazing and fun memories. My family of three participated together. The staff member was incredibly kind, and we had a wonderful time. They also kindly recommended delicious places for lunch. Canoeing was a first-time experience for me, and everything was new, but thanks to the careful guidance and explanations, I was able to challenge myself without any anxiety. The Pumpkin Cave was very impressive, and my whole family was extremely satisfied. It was still a bit cold, but we persevered with determination. Thank you very much!

あー！！最高に楽しい思い出ができました。親子三人で参加させて頂きました。お兄さんめちゃくちゃ優しくて楽しい時間でいっぱいになりました。お昼の美味しい場所も教えてくれたり親切に接してくださりありがとうございました。カヌーも初体験で全てが初めての体験だったけど丁寧な対応と説明で不安もなくチャレンジできました。パンプキン鍾乳洞にはとても感動し家族全員大満足でした。まだ少し寒かったけど気合いで頑張りました。ありがとうございまし

I applied for this tour because I couldn't compromise on the conditions of transportation from the accommodation, insurance included, photo shooting, and an afternoon departure.

It was my first time snorkeling, and I was a bit scared, but in the end, all I can say is "It was fun!"

The instructor was very thorough in teaching the how-tos, and since it was a small group, it was easy to ask questions. (They were very friendly and approachable.) If you can swim, there’s nothing difficult even for beginners, and you surprisingly get used to it quickly. Personally, I found using the fins a bit challenging. However, the instructor pulled a float for me, so even if you can't swim on your own, you can manage!

I participated in early March, and the sun was strong, but the water temperature wasn't too low, which was nice. Since I got tired easily during my first snorkeling experience, 40 minutes of swimming was just right. The sea had low salinity, so it wasn't too sticky, and when I poured the warm water they provided over myself, it warmed me up and felt refreshing!

I had several questions about the sea in Okinawa, and they answered many of them, which conveyed their love for the ocean and gave me a sense of reassurance. It was enjoyable and deepened my knowledge.

Next time, I want to explore a different area and try diving as well. I plan to rely on them again when I visit Okinawa Main Island!

滞在先の送迎、保険付き、写真撮影、午後出発、この条件が譲れなかったのでこちらのツアーに申し込みました。
初めてのシュノーケリングで少し怖さもあったのですが、終わってみれば「楽しい！」その一言につきます。

インストラクターさんは丁寧にハウツーを教えてくれるし、少人数なので不明点があっても話しかけやすいです。（そもそも、とても気さくで話しやすい方でした）
初めてでも泳げる人であれば難しいことは何もなく、意外とすぐに慣れるものだなぁと。個人的には足ヒレの使い方が少し難しかった。
でも、インストラクターさんが浮輪を引っ張ってくれるので、自力で泳げなくても何とかなります！笑

３月上旬に参加して、日差しも強く水温もそんなに低くなくて良かった。初めてのシュノーケリングで疲れやすかったので、泳ぐ時間は４０分で丁度いいです。
塩気の薄い海なのでベタベタ感もあまりなく、用意してくれるお湯をめいっぱいかぶると身体も温まりサッパリ！

沖縄の海について気になることがいくつかあり、そう言った質問にも沢山答えてくれて、海が大好きなのが伝わってきて安心感もあり、知見も深まり楽しかったです。

今度は別のエリアも行ってみたいし、ダイビングにも挑戦してみたい。沖縄本島に行く際はまたお世話になろうと思います！