All Reviews for Okinawa Water Sports

On the day of our trip, the weather was not great, and I experienced seasickness for the first time due to the rough boat ride. Thanks to the incredibly hospitable staff, we were able to safely land on the elusive island. The pick-up and drop-off service was excellent, so my husband and I, who do not drive, felt at ease.

当日、天気がいまいちでボートの激しい揺れのため船酔いを初体験しました。ホスピタリティー溢れるスタッフの方のお陰で無事に幻の島に上陸することができました。送り迎えをバッチリしていただけるので、車に乗らない私達夫婦も安心でした。

It has been many years since I first visited the Blue Cave, and I never thought I would be able to bring my family along. It was still beautifully blue and clear! This time, I also paddled a kayak and had the experience of feeling the waves. It was my first time doing this, and while there were challenges, I felt a sense of accomplishment. If I have the energy next time, I would like to challenge myself again.

10何年が前に青の洞窟と初めて行ってから時が経ち、家族も連れて来れるとは思っていなかったですが、変わらず青く透き通っていて綺麗かったです！
今回はカヤックも漕いで、波を感じながらの体験をさせていただきました。
初めてのことをあり、苦労はありましたが、達成感はありました。
次回も体力があれば挑戦したいと思います。

We experienced this with 2 adults and 6 middle and high school students! Since we participated in half pants and clothes that could get wet, the first group flying in the early morning of mid-March found it cold in the air. By the time the second group flew, the cold had eased and it was more comfortable.

We were slowly taken to the flying point by banana boat, and that process was enjoyable too! Sitting on the banana boat can get your bottom wet (depending on the seat), so it's definitely safer to wear clothes that can get wet.

You walk along the beach to get to the banana boat. It's better to have beach sandals. I went in regular shoes, so I took them off at a bench near the foot wash area and walked on the sandy beach. The soles of my feet hurt until I reached the soft sand. Don't forget your beach sandals.

The flight time was neither too long nor too short. With 8 participants flying in pairs, there was some waiting time, but it flew by as we enjoyed the scenery while watching the situation.

大人2名、中高生6名で体験してきました！
濡れても良い服装でハーフパンツで参加した為、3月中旬の朝一で飛ぶ前半組は上空が寒かったです。後半組が行う頃には寒さは緩和され過ごしやすかったです。
飛ぶポイントまでバナナボートでゆっくり連れてってくれその過程も楽しかったです！バナナボートに座るとお尻が濡れてしまうので（席による）やはり濡れても良い服装が無難です。
バナナボートに乗るまで砂浜を歩きます。ビーチサンダルがあった方が良いです。
普通の靴で行ってしまったので、足洗い場の近くのベンチに靴を脱いで砂浜を歩きました。サラサラ砂浜へ突入するまでの間は足裏が痛いです。ビーチサンダル忘れずに。飛行時間は長くもなく短くもなく、8名参加でペアーで飛行するため待ち時間はありますが、様子を眺めながら景色を楽しみ過ごせるのであっという間の時間でした。

I participated in a mangrove canoeing and trekking tour to the top of Pinai Sara Falls. The time spent canoeing was peaceful and relaxing, making it a truly precious experience. From the top of Pinai Sara Falls, I saw the clear blue sky with crowned eagles soaring, and beyond the rugged jungle forest and hills, the blue sea of the coral reef sparkled. It was the best view I have ever seen, and I will never forget it.

マングローブカヌーとピナイサーラの滝上までのトレッキングに参加しました。
カヌーでの時間は静かにゆったりと流れ、とても貴重な時間でした。ピナイサーラの滝上からは快晴の青空にカンムリワシが飛び交い、険しいジャングルの森と丘の向こうにサンゴ礁の青い海が輝き、今まで見たことのない最高の景色でした。一生忘れないです。

The weather was nice, and I was able to enjoy the experience. The staff provided explanations about the creatures and plants along the way, making for a fun time! Thank you! ☺️

天気もよく気持ちよく体験できました。スタッフの方が都度生き物や植物についても説明してくださり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました！ありがとうございました☺️

My mother, who is in her 80s, visited Okinawa for the first time. I signed her up for a kayaking experience so she could enjoy the nature of Okinawa. Since it was her first time kayaking, I was worried about whether she would be able to paddle well, but they provided an explanation of how to operate the kayak at the beginning, and once she got the hang of it, she was able to paddle without any issues. It was a fun experience that went by in no time. The guide's explanations about the plants and creatures that inhabit the area were also fascinating, and we gained a lot of knowledge. The weather was great that day, and we were able to fully enjoy the great outdoors, creating wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

80代の母は今回初の沖縄。沖縄の自然を楽しんでもらいたくカヤック体験を申し込みました。
カヤックは初めてだったので上手くパドル操作が出来るか不安でしたが、最初に操作の説明などもしていただき、慣れたら全く問題なくカヤックを進めることができあっという間の楽しい体験でした。
ガイドさんの、そこに生息する植物や生き物の説明も興味深く、色々な知識を得る事ができました。
当日は天気も良く、大自然を満喫できとても良い思い出が出来ました。ありがとうございます。

The beautiful sea of Miyako Island, where we paddled our canoe to reach a mystical limestone cave 🤩. The guide was also very kind, and we were able to create some wonderful memories ✨.

宮古島の綺麗な海をカヌーで進んで行った先にある神秘的な鍾乳洞🤩
ガイドさんも親切でとっても素敵な思い出が作れました✨

It was raining on the day, but since we were going to jump into the sea, the rain was totally fine! The weather can’t be known until closer to the travel date, so I was grateful that they accommodated a sudden schedule change when I found out it would rain on the travel day. The Pumpkin Cave isn’t that big, but it was a sacred place, and just being able to enter was moving! The staff were also very kind and handsome, which made it fun!

当日は雨でしたが、海にドボンと入るので雨でも全然大丈夫でした!
天候は旅行の日程が近くならないとわからないので、旅行の日が雨だとわかり、急な日程変更にも対応していただけて、ありがたかったです☺パンプキン鍾乳洞はそこまで大きい鍾乳洞ではありませんが、神聖な場所で入れただけで感動でした!スタッフの方もとても親切&イケメンで楽しかったです!

I had been wanting to try kayaking, and then I found this sunset kayak tour. At first, I was most interested in seeing the mangroves and the creatures around them, so I thought it would be a bonus to enjoy the beautiful scenery, and I made a reservation.

There were many challenges, such as getting wet, paddling in the wind, and feeling cold as the sun set and the temperature dropped.

However, when I enjoyed watching the creatures of the Hija River and the mangroves, and as we turned the big curve leading from the river to the sea… it felt like I dove into the sunset world I had envisioned, with the water surface and sky dyed orange.

We took photos with the setting sun in the background, making it the best time that will be remembered and recorded.

The experience began with a lecture on how to hold the paddle, how to paddle, turn, and stop, and after learning how to get into the kayak, we started, so even beginners could enjoy it with peace of mind.

The view we saw as we made our way to the sea with our own strength will be a lifelong memory. I was truly able to see wonderful scenery. I highly recommend trying it out!

カヤック体験したいと思っていた所、このサンセットカヤックツアーを見つけました。初めはマングローブや周辺にいる生き物などを見てみたいのが1番だったので、綺麗な景色がついでに見れるならラッキーと思い予約しました。

お尻は濡れる、風が吹く中で漕ぐのは疲れる、日も落ち気温が下がり寒さを感じるなどなど。大変なことは多々ありました。

ただ、比謝川の生き物やマングローブ鑑賞を楽しみ、川から海へと繋がる大きなカーブを曲がり終わるその時には…
橙色に染まる水面と空、思い描いていたサンセットの世界へ飛び込んだようでした。

沈む夕日をバックに写真を撮っていただき、記憶にも記録にも残る最高の時間となりました。

体験はパドルの持ち方から漕ぎ方、方向転換や止まり方などのレクチャーをしていただく所から始まり、カヤックへの乗り方を教わった後に始まるので初心者でも安心して楽しめました。

自分達の力で海へ出て見た景色は一生の思い出になると思います。本当に素敵な景色を見ることが出来ました。是非体験してみてください。

I participated in the premium course for Pumpkin Cave and snorkeling, as well as SUP.

The Pumpkin Cave was a truly mystical space, and I’m really glad I had the opportunity to experience it. The instructor provided various explanations, making it a great experience.

During snorkeling, I was a bit scared since I don’t swim, but the beauty of the underwater world was incredible! My fear disappeared instantly, and I had so much fun. Meeting a sea turtle was the highlight.

In SUP, those who were exhausted were able to relax and rejuvenate.

I was very tired after a full day of activities starting from the morning, but it was a fulfilling day.

Thank you.

パンプキン鍾乳洞とシュノーケリング、SUPのプレミアムコースで参加させていただきました。

パンプキン鍾乳洞はとっても神秘的な空間で、体験することができて本当によかったです。
インストラクターの方が、色々と解説をしてくださり、いい経験となりました。

シュノーケリングでは、私自身泳がないので少し恐怖心がありましたが、海の中の綺麗なこと！！一気に恐怖心が消え、とても楽しめました。ウミガメにも会えて最高でした。

SUPでは、疲れ切った体を休める方々が、癒やされました。


朝からのアクティビティ続きでとても疲れましたが、充実した1日となりました。


ありがとうございます。

I also experienced mangrove canoeing in Ishigaki Island and Amami Oshima, but the canoeing in Iriomote Island was the most interesting. With the guidance of our guide Yume, we were able to paddle deep into the mangroves from the wide river.

石垣島、奄美大島でもマングローブカヌーを体験しましたが西表島のカヌーが一番面白かったです。
ガイドのユメさんの案内で広い川からマングローブのずいぶんと奥までカヌーで入って行く事ができました。

I participated in a tour of Yubu Island and a mangrove canoe tour. Unfortunately, we couldn't go to Barasu Island due to the weather.

Yubu Island has cute water buffalo and beautiful nature, and I really enjoyed it. There were also animals and birds along the way to Yubu Island, which was a lot of fun.

It was my first time kayaking in the mangroves, and I had a great time. I've often seen photos of mangrove tunnels, but the mangroves we visited were quite small, so I hope to see larger ones next time.

Before going on the canoe tour, we were told that the guide would take photos with a GoPro, so we didn't need to bring our smartphones. However, our guide used something like a digital camera instead. All the photos had a foggy appearance in the middle. I thought it might be mist, but since the same area was white, I believe it was due to lens fogging. I wanted to capture great memories in photos, but they didn't turn out well, which is disappointing. I wish they had used a GoPro instead. I wonder if it varies by guide.

由布島とマングローブカヌーツアーに参加しました。バラス島は天気の関係で行くことができませんでした。
由布島にはかわいい水牛や美しい自然がありとても楽しめました。また、由布島に行くまでの道にも動物や鳥がいてとても楽しめました。
マングローブカヤックも初めてだったので楽しかったです。マングローブのトンネルのような写真をよく見ますが、私たちが行ったところのマングローブは、小さかった？ので次はもっと大きいマングローブを見たいです。
カヌーツアーに行く前に、写真は、ガイドさんがゴープロで撮るのでスマートフォンは、持っていかなくても大丈夫と言われましたが、私たちのガイドさんはゴープロではなく、デジカメ？のようなもので撮影をしてくれました。全ての写真の真ん中あたりにモヤがかかっていました。霧かな？とも思いましたが、ほぼ同じ場所が白いのでレンズの曇りだと思います。せっかくの思い出を写真にのこしたかったのですが、あまりいい写真ではなく、残念です。また、ゴープロで撮影してほしかったです。ガイドさんによって違うのでしょうか。

We planned a family trip to Miyako Island to celebrate our children's high school and middle school graduations, and we participated in snorkeling and pumpkin cave exploration at their request. There were foreign participants, and I was impressed by the instructor's fluent English explanations. I felt sorry for having them repeat the same story twice, so I made an effort to listen carefully.

During snorkeling, they thoroughly taught us where the sea turtles were resting, and they took underwater family photos repeatedly until we got good angles. Thank you for being such a dedicated photographer!

子供達の高校、中学卒業記念に家族で宮古島旅行を計画し、子供達リクエストのシュノーケルとパンプキン洞窟探索に参加させてもらいました。外国人の参加者がいらして、インストラクターさんの饒舌な英語説明にも関心いたしました。二度同じ話をしてもらうのが申し訳なく必死でヒアリングさせてもらいました。
シュノーケルではウミガメが眠っている場所をしっかり教えて頂いたり、家族での水中写真はいいアングルで撮れるまで何度も繰り返し撮影して頂き、身体を張ってのカメラマン役をありがとうございました。

The weather was great, and I had an amazing time! The guide, Yume, provided clear explanations on the mangroves and how to paddle a canoe. We also took a lot of photos, which became wonderful memories!

天気も良く最高に楽しめました！ガイドのユメさんのマングローブやカヌーの乗り方の説明も分かりやすかったです。写真も沢山撮って頂き良い思い出になりました！

I had a great time kayaking. The explanations were easy to understand and interesting. I would love to try it again if I have the chance.

とても楽しくカヤックができました。説明も分かりやすく面白かったです。また機会があればやってみたいです。

I love traveling, and usually, I'm satisfied after visiting a place once and then look for a different destination. However, the Yaeyama Islands, especially Iriomote Island, have become a place I want to visit again. I've heard that this phenomenon is called "Yaeyama disease" locally. Ishigaki Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island were also great, but Iriomote Island stands out as the most captivating island among them.

旅行が好きで、取り敢えず一度行けば満足して次の違う場所を探すのですが、八重山諸島、特に西表島は、又行きたい所になりました。
現地では、この現象を八重山病とよぶそうです。
石垣島や由布島、竹富島も良かったのですが、西表島は、その中でもダントツに魅力を感じる島です。

It was very mystical and moving! Thanks to our guide, Go, who created a bright and fun atmosphere, it became the best memory! I would like to participate in the tour again when I come to Miyako Island. Thank you very much.

とても神秘的で感動しました！
担当してくれてごうさんが明るく楽しく雰囲気作りをしてくれたので最高の思い出になりました！
また宮古島に来た際にはツアーに参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

The guide, Sho-chan, was a very cheerful and fun person. He demonstrated a backflip dive into the river from a high place, and it was amazing.

ガイドのしょうちゃんが、とても明るくて楽しい人でした。
高いところからの川への飛び込みの見本をバク転でやってくれて、すごかったです。

On April 1st, it rained on and off and the wind was strong, so the conditions weren't great, but I was able to have experiences that I wouldn't normally have. The amount of water at the Piñalasa Falls was incredibly impressive and powerful. It was a memorable experience that I could never have under normal circumstances. The guide was also very enjoyable.

4月1日の当日は、雨が降ったりやんだり、また風が強くあまり良いコンディションではなかったですが、それなりに普段体験できないような体験ができました。ピナイサーラの滝のみずの量が半端じゃなくすごい迫力がありました。普段では絶対できない体験で印象深かったです。ガイドさんがとてもよく楽しかったです。

This package tour includes floating, kayaking, and exploring the pumpkin limestone cave. Early in the morning while floating, we saw four sea turtles and countless colorful tropical fish. Of course, there was also Nemo. The guide helped us take beautiful photos with the sea turtles and Nemo. Then we moved on to kayaking. After about 15 minutes of paddling, we arrived at the entrance of the limestone cave. With the tide, we entered the cave. It was a whole new world. Climbing up the pumpkin stone led to yet another realm. On the way back, we had to jump into the water and swim out of the limestone cave. It was truly an adventure with no dull moments.

This tour is suitable for all ages. On that day, our group had a total of eight people. I participated alone at 53 years old, while the others included a family of three and a group of four university students.

這個套裝行程，包含浮濳，滑獨木舟和南瓜鍾乳石洞探險。一早浮濳就看到4隻海龜和無數濱紛的熱帶魚。當然也有Nemo。導遊會幫你和海龜，Nemo照美美的像。然後移動去滑獨木舟。大約滑15分鐘後，就至鍾乳石洞洞口。配合潮水，濳入鍾乳石洞。別有洞天。攀爬上南瓜石，又是另一個世界。回程要跳水，再濳出鍾乳石洞。名符其實的探險。無冷場。
老少咸宜的行程。當天我們這一組共8人。我53歲一個人參加，其他為3人家族和4人大學生團體。

I was able to see sea turtles and clownfish while snorkeling, which became my best memory of this trip. It was also my first time canoeing, and I had a lot of fun! Unfortunately, I couldn't enter the Pumpkin Cave due to the waves, so I want to try again next time! The plan was changed to include both canoeing and snorkeling, which was very kind of them! The guide was also fun to talk to, and I would like to request him again next time!

シュノーケルでは、ウミガメやクマノミ等が見れ、この度一番の思い出になりました。
カヌーも初めてでしたが、楽しかったです！
波の影響でパンプキン鍾乳洞に入れなかったので、また次回リベンジしたいです！
プランもカヌーとシュノーケルプランに変更していただき、とても親切でした！
ガイドのお兄さんのお話も楽しく、また次回お願いしたいと思います！

The fish are close by.
The coral is beautiful.
The sea turtles don't escape.
The ocean is incredibly beautiful.
It truly became a wonderful memory!
The Blue Cave had a mystical color that mixed blue and green!

魚と距離が近い。
珊瑚が綺麗。
ウミガメが逃げない。
海がものすごく綺麗。
本当にいい思い出になりました！
青の洞窟は、青と緑色が混ざった様な色で、神秘的でした！

The staff working diligently and efficiently in the rain left a strong impression on me. I was very happy with their engaging storytelling that included interesting facts, their polite explanations, and their thoughtful gesture of giving my son a mangrove leaf to entertain him! Despite the bad weather during my first trip to Okinawa, it became a wonderful memory.

雨が降る中、一生懸命てきぱきとお仕事をしているスタッフの方が印象的でした。
面白い知識などを交えた話術、丁寧な説明、息子にもマングローブの葉っぱ？をくださったり楽しませようとしてくださる気持ちがとても嬉しかったです！
初めての沖縄旅行で悪天候の中、素敵な思い出になりました。

The weather was cloudy, but I had a great time! I chose a plan packed with activities like canoeing, exploring a limestone cave, and stand-up paddleboarding! I wasn't confident in my physical strength and was anxious since it was all my first time, but I was able to spend the day with peace of mind. Thank you very much! The explanations about the plants, fish, and limestone cave were easy to understand and educational. It made me want to protect nature! Everyone was kind, and the conversations were enjoyable—it was the best!

お天気は曇りでしたが、とても楽しかったです！
カヌー、鍾乳洞、SUPとしたいことがギュッと詰まったプランを選びました！
体力には自信がなく、全て初めてで不安でしたが、安心して一日過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました！
植物や魚、鍾乳洞とわかりやすい説明で勉強になりました。自然を守りたいと思いました！優しくてお話も楽しく最高でした。

It's a mystical cave that can only be accessed through a tour! The weather was bad and I hesitated, but I'm glad I joined the tour since it's not possible to go on your own! The guide was very kind and provided various explanations! I was surprised at how spacious the inside of the cave was, even more than I imagined.

ツアーでしか行けない神秘的な鍾乳洞です！
天気も悪くて迷いましたが、個人では行けないので、ツアーに参加して良かったです！
ガイドさんもとても親切で色々説明して頂けます！鍾乳洞の中は想像以上に広くてびっくりしました。

We had a great time throughout the day.
It was our family's first canoeing experience, and everyone was super excited!
In the cave, we had a thrilling experience and got to see the stalactites that took many years to form, which was wonderful.
The snorkeling after our meal was also great, as we saw sea turtles, clownfish, and beautiful tropical fish.

1日かけて楽しみました。
初カヌー家族みんな大はしゃぎ！
洞窟ではスリリングな体験もありながら
沢山の年月をかけて作られた鍾乳石など
見られて良かったです。
食事をとった後のシュノーケリングは
ウミガメやカクレクマノミ、綺麗な熱帯魚が
いて良かったです。

It was my first time canoeing, and I was able to paddle quite a distance on my own while thoroughly enjoying nature. The guide provided excellent support, so I felt safe and had a great time. It was an experience that would have been impossible to do alone, and I had so much fun. Ishigaki Island is truly beautiful, and I definitely want to go back. Thank you very much.

初めてのカヌーでしたが、結構な距離を自力で移動させてもらい、たっぷり自然を満喫できました。ガイドさんもしっかりフォローしてくださってたので安心して楽しめました。自分たちだけでは絶対無理な体験をさせてもらって、とても楽しかったです。本当にきれいなものがいっぱいで石垣島サイコーです。また、行きたいです。
ありがとうございました。

I went to Ishigaki Island to enjoy the blue sea and starry sky, but unfortunately, it was cloudy and rainy for all four days. I was looking forward to snorkeling, and although we made it to the location, it was canceled. It was disappointing, but I appreciated that they had prepared well for us to enter the sea, and I gained more trust in them for making the decision to cancel without hesitation for safety reasons. Thank you to the staff who provided helpful information and entertained us with games on the way there and back. I will definitely come back for a revenge trip. I look forward to seeing you again then.

青い海と星空を目的に石垣島に行きましたが、残念ながら4日間とも曇りと雨😭
楽しみにしていたシュノーケリングは現地まで行きましたが、中止に。残念でしたが、海に入れるようにしっかり準備してくださってたのに、安全の為に躊躇なく中止の決断されたことに、むしろ信頼できると好感度アップでした。行き帰りお役立ち情報やゲームで楽しませてくれたスタッフさん、ありがとうございました。必ずリベンジに行きます。その時はまた、よろしくお願いします。

We participated as a family of three. It was our first time snorkeling, and since we were going to a cave, I had some anxiety right up until the moment we started, even though I had read about the experience. I trusted the instructor's words that it would be totally fine even if I couldn't swim or was new to snorkeling, and off we went into the sea.

The clarity of the water, the mystical colors of the cave, and the guidance from the instructor made it truly the best experience ever. I had so much fun that I can't even remember what I was worried about. We took a lot of photos and videos, which became great memories. I regret not participating sooner. It was so amazing that I even signed up for the hotel’s snorkeling tour the next day (although it ended up being canceled due to the waves). I definitely want to participate again!

家族3人で参加させていただきました。
初めてのシュノーケル、しかも洞窟まで行くということで、体験談は読んでいたものの寸前まで不安がありました。
泳ぎが出来なくても、シュノーケルが初めてでもぜんぜん大丈夫てです！というインストラクターの方の言葉を信じ、いざ海へ。
海の透明度、洞窟の神秘的な色、インストラクターの方の誘導、ホントにホントに最高の体験でした。何が不安だったのか思い出せないくらい、楽しくて夢中になりました。
写真、ビデオも沢山撮っていただいて、それも良い記念になりました。
なぜ今まで参加しなかったのか後悔です。
あまりの素晴らしさに、翌日ホテルのシュノーケルツアーに申し込んだくらいです。
（翌日は波の関係で中止になってしまいましたが）
また絶対参加したいです

I wanted to enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island, so I signed up for SUP and snorkeling. Unfortunately, the weather didn't turn out to be the clear skies I had hoped for, but thanks to our guide and everyone else in the same team, I had a very enjoyable and wonderful day.

During the morning SUP experience, we had a very cheerful guide, and my wife, daughter, and the other participants were all smiles. SUP surrounded by the mangroves and banyan trees in the great outdoors was fantastic.

In the afternoon, we went snorkeling. Although it was cloudy, the underwater scenery was more beautiful than I had imagined, and the guide was very thorough and kind in his explanations, allowing us to fully enjoy the waters of Ishigaki. Additionally, the guide shared recommendations for delicious places to eat, which was very helpful.

石垣島の自然を楽しみたかったので、SUPとシュノーケリングにエントリーしました。
天候は、残念ながら期待していた快晴とまではならなかったのですが、ガイドさんや、同じチームで参加された皆さんのお陰で、とても楽しく素敵な1日を過ごすことができました。
午前中のSUP体験ではとてもオモシロ陽気なガイドさんがついてくれて、妻も娘も他の参加者もずっと笑顔でした。マングローブやガジュマルの木に囲まれた大自然の中でのSUPは最高でした。
午後からはシュノーケリング。天気はくもりだったのですが、海の中は想像以上に美しく、ガイドさんもとても丁寧で親切に説明してくれるので、石垣の海を満喫する事ができました。
また、ガイドさんは美味しいお店など石垣の楽しみかたも教えてくれて参考になりました。