All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

We participated as a family of three: two adults and one boy in elementary school. Due to strong winds and rough seas, our plans were changed. The trip to the Blue Cave was canceled, and we went snorkeling in the morning and mangrove kayaking in the afternoon.

We had plenty of time for snorkeling and were able to swim with sea turtles. All three of us were beginners at snorkeling, but we enjoyed it safely and without any anxiety. Along the way, we learned about the creatures of Ishigaki Island and recommended sightseeing spots, and our child's questions were answered thoroughly.

The mangrove kayaking was incredibly fun; we laughed so much that time flew by, and I felt like I returned to my childhood.

Last year, we were taken care of by another tour, but if we do another tour or activity next time, we would definitely like to request this one again.

大人2人、小学校低学年の男児1人の3人家族で参加しました。
風が強く、海が荒れているとの事で予定を変更しますとのこと。青の洞窟行きは中止で、午前中にシュノーケリング、午後からマングローブカヤック。

シュノーケリングはたくさん時間を取って頂き、ウミガメと泳ぐことができました。3人ともシュノーケル初心者でしたが、不安なくとても安全に楽しめました。道中も石垣島の生き物やオススメ観光スポット等、色々教えて頂いたり、こどもの質問にもたくさん答えて頂きました。

マングローブカヤックはとにかく楽しく笑いながら、あっという間に時間が経ってしまうくらい、心の底から童心に帰ったように楽しめました。

昨年、別のツアーでお世話になりましたが、もし次回またツアーやアクティビティをするなら、是非ともお願いしたいと思います。

The Churaumi Aquarium features an impressive whale shark viewable from the tank near the café! As soon as I arrived at the café where I could see the fish, I made a reservation for a 40-minute wait and explored other areas. It was the most wonderful and relaxing time, healing with the fish. I came to Okinawa to obtain a qualification, and as a woman traveling alone, I felt a bit anxious, but since I was here, I wanted to enjoy myself and booked this tour. The family next to me was friendly, and I felt so happy thinking this was a nice connection. However, since there were so many places to visit, I didn't have much time, and at the Churaumi Aquarium, I was in line and barely managed to buy souvenirs. At American Village, it was quite challenging since I got lost, so it was tough if I hadn't decided on the places to go in advance! I thought it felt like a trial experience.

美ら海水族館は、カフェの近くの水槽からみるジンベイザメ？が圧巻！魚をみれるカフェついたらすぐに待ち時間40分予約して他をまわりました。さいっこうに素敵なリラックスしたお魚に癒された時間でした。資格を沖縄にとりにきたので女性で1人は不安でしたがせっかく来たので満喫したくこのツアーを予約しました。隣りのご家族が仲良くしてくれまたこれもご縁だな〜と幸せいっぱいでした。ただ、あまりにもたくさん行くので時間が全然なく美ら海水族館では並んでいてギリギリお土産買えず、アメリカンビレッジは、迷うのでかなり行くところを決めていなければきつかったです！
お試し感覚かな？と思いました。

Thank you very much to Okinawa Taxi and driver Akira Nakamura. In 8 hours, we were able to visit the Himeyuri Monument, Peace Memorial Park, Sefa Utaki, Chinen Misaki, Katsuren Castle Ruins, and American Village, and you took us to a delicious restaurant for lunch. We arrived with plenty of time before the ship's departure. My aunt and uncle were very satisfied, and I am also happy as the one who invited them. I truly appreciate your kindness and thoughtful attention. Thank you very much.

沖東タクシー、中村明運転手さん大変お世話になりました。8時間でひめゆりの塔、平和記念公園、斎場御嶽、知念岬、勝連城址、アメリカンビレッジまで回っていただき昼食も美味しいお店に連れて行っていただきました。
船の出航時間まで余裕で到着出来ました。
叔母夫婦も大満足で招待した私も嬉しく思います。
とても親切で細やかな心配りに本当に感謝しています。　ありがとうございました。

It was a tour that allowed us to fully enjoy the northern area, which is a bit far to drive to on our own. Although the stay at each destination was short, we were able to visit the mangroves, Cape Hedo, the Oishi Rock Forest, and the Okinawa Rail, and truly appreciate the nature of the Yambaru region. The trekking portion had ample time, allowing us to visit several power spots. The lunch was delicious, with plenty of fish, and the portions were sufficient to satisfy even the hungry middle and high school boys.

自分で運転していくには少し遠い北部を満喫できるツアーでした。一つ一つの目的地の滞在時間は短かったですが、マングローブも辺戸岬も大石林山もヤンバルクイナも見学でき、山原の自然を堪能することができました。トレッキングは時間も十分とってくださっていたので、パワースポットを十分巡ることができました。お昼ごはんは魚も美味しく、量も十分で食べ盛りの中高生男子も大満足でした。

I was very satisfied to see the jump. The staff member's talk was also fun! I learned that there are whales near Naha. I resolved to be more mindful about not polluting the water.

ジャンプもみられて大満足です。係のお兄さんのトークも楽しかった！那覇の近くでくじらがいるんですね。水を汚さないようにしようと心新たにおもいました。

The bus guide was very cheerful, a great singer, and a veteran staff member! The driver also drove very safely and arrived on time.

However, I think a tour from morning to night can be tough for customers with young children, around 3 years old! They cry and can be noisy, and I believe it was quite bothersome for those around them on the bus.

I thought it would be good to consider this when choosing a tour!

That was the only tiring part.

★ Other than that, I was very satisfied with the content!

Thank you for your hard work! Thank you!

バスガイドさんはとても明るくて歌も上手でベテランスタッフさんでした！
運転手さんもとても安全運転で時間通り着きました

ただ子連れのお客様で3歳くらいのお子様には朝から晩までのツアーはきついと思います！泣くしうるさくてしかもバス中で履いてとても周り迷惑されたと思います

考えてツアーを選択したら良いなーと思いました！

それだけが疲れました

★あとはとても良い内容で満足しました！

お疲れ様でした
有難うございます！

I hadn't decided on lunch, but the driver kindly made a reservation at a delicious Okinawa soba restaurant, which was very helpful.

昼食を決めていなかったのですが、運転手さんにおいしい沖縄そばのお店を予約していただき、非常に助かりました。

The guide explains everything enthusiastically, allowing you to fully enjoy Iriomote Island. They kindly assist you from pick-up to preparation, canoe operation, and tracking. They teach you about the island's history, plants, and culture, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the entire island. They take commemorative photos at key points and send them all to you at the end, which is fantastic. Finally, they take you to Yubu Island, where you can cross over by ox cart and enjoy sightseeing on the island.

ガイドさんが熱心に説明してくれるので、西表島を満喫できます。
送迎から支度、カヌーの操作、トラッキングまで親切に案内してくれます。
島の歴史や植物、文化まで教えてくれるので、島全体が分かります。
要所要所で記念の写真を撮ってくれて、最後にまとめて送ってくれるのが最高です。
最後に由布島へ連れて行ってくれて、牛車で由布島へ渡り、島の観光ができます。

The sightseeing locations were only two, but they were very fulfilling. The guide provided various explanations, which was great. Lastly, being dropped off at Naha Airport was appreciated as a tourist.

見学地は、２ヶ所だけでしたが、とても充実してました。
ガイドさんも、色々と説明をしてくださり、良かったです。
最後に那覇空港で降ろしてもらえるのは観光客としては、ありがたかったです。

Kim, our guide, provided thorough explanations and was kind at each location. The driver was also very nice. I thought I would like to go again (and meet them) someday.

ガイドのキムさんが、丁寧に説明をしてくれ、その場所ごとでも親切でした。
運転手さんも優しかったです。
また行きたい（会いたい）と、思いました。

The sea was colder than I expected, but I was glad to see rockfish and clownfish! I thought the staff took great care of the children, making it enjoyable for everyone!

海が思ったより冷たかったですが、カサゴやクマノミが見れて良かったです！
子供の面倒見も良くて誰でも楽しめると思いました！

It was my first trip to Ishigaki Island. I found that there are various activities available, but since we have a 5-month-old baby, there were few options we could participate in. The mangrove cruise and water buffalo experience we signed up for were suitable for infants, and I believe our child would have been very happy. It was a tour that we could join with peace of mind, even with a baby.

初めての石垣島への旅行でした。
調べてみると色々とアクティビティがあるらしいが、我が家は5ヶ月の子供がおり参加できるものが少なかった…。今回申し込んだマングローブクルーズや水牛体験は0歳児も体験でき、子供もきっと大喜びだったと思います。赤ちゃん連れでも安心して参加できるツアーでした。

I was unable to participate in snorkeling at Balas Island due to bad weather. (During winter, there are many days with strong north winds, and it seems that boats often cannot go out.)

I was able to participate in the mangrove canoe experience.

It was clear that the guide truly loves Iriomote Island. They were knowledgeable not only about canoeing but also about the nature of Iriomote Island, which was very educational.

There are some shallow areas, so I think it's easier to get out of the canoe and push it along instead of trying to paddle there. (Once the water is about knee-deep, you can paddle smoothly.)

Thanks to a slight detour on the way back, I was able to encounter some animals that are not often seen. Thank you very much.

バラス島へのシュノーケリングは悪天候のため参加できませんでした。（冬場は北風が強い日が多く、船が出せないことが多いそうです。）

マングローブカヌーの体験は参加できました。

ガイドの方が何より西表島を愛しているのが伝わりました。カヌーのことはもちろん、西表島の自然についてよく知っており、とても勉強になりました。

水が浅いところがあるので、そこは無理して漕がずに、カヌーから一旦降りて押して進むと楽だと思います。（膝の深さくらいになれば、漕いでスイスイ進みます。）

帰り道に少し寄り道をしてくれたおかげで、なかなか見れない動物と出会うことができました。
ありがとうございました

My children also participated, and the guide was very kind. We were able to take wonderful photos and even encountered sea turtles. It became a memorable event for a lifetime!

子供も参加しましたがガイドさんも親切で、素敵な写真も撮ってもらえ、ウミガメにも遭遇でき、一生の記念となるイベントになりました！

It was a wonderful tour with excellent time management, content, and the guide's communication skills. I recommend it for those who want to efficiently experience Okinawan culture in half a day. Thank you very much.

タイムマネジメント、内容、ガイドさんのコミュニケーション力、すべてが素晴らしいツアーでした。半日で効率良く沖縄文化に触れたい方にはおすすめです。ありがとうございました。

We participated in a mangrove kayaking and snorkeling tour in Ishigaki Island as a couple.

We were blessed with good weather, and we were able to feel the beauty of nature in the mangrove forest, which was a calming experience. The quiz provided by our guide during the kayaking was also fun!

Unfortunately, due to the poor weather the day before, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, but instead, we had plenty of time for snorkeling, and it was truly moving to see sea turtles swimming gracefully up close! The colorful fish were also very beautiful.

Throughout the activity, our guide was friendly and provided great recommendations for lunch, allowing us to participate in the tour with peace of mind and enjoyment!

This pleasant time spent in nature is a treasure for us. I highly recommend experiencing this tour!

Please make sure to wear clothes that can get wet or dirty!

石垣島のマングローブカヤックとシュノーケリングツアーに夫婦で参加させて頂きました。

天候にも恵まれ、マングローブ林では自然の美しさを感じることができ、心が穏やかなひと時となりました。
カヤック中に出されたガイドさんのクイズも楽しかったです！

残念ながら前日までの天候が優れなかったため、青の洞窟には行けませんでしたが、その分シュノーケリングに時間をたっぷり取って下さり、優雅に泳ぐウミガメを間近で見ることが出来て本当に感動しました！
色とりどりの魚たちもとても綺麗でした。

アクティビティ中はもちろん、ランチのお店のおすすめなど、終始親しみ易くガイドしてくださり、安心して楽しくツアーに参加出来ました！

自然と共に過ごした この心地よい時間は私たちの宝物です。
このツアーは是非体験して頂きたいと思います^^

濡れたり汚れても大丈夫な服装で参加して下さいね！

The explanation of the mangrove tour was also helpful. The water buffalo cart was fun, and the children were very satisfied with taking photos and interacting with the water buffalo.

マングローブ観光の説明もためになりました。
水牛車も楽しく,水牛との写真撮影や触ってふれ合うことで、子供達も大満足でした。

Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, gather at 7:45. After completing the check-in, we watched a 5-minute video tour guide, then boarded in time for departure (08:15). We received tickets for various facilities and the ferry, and started as a group. The initial boarding time was about 45 minutes, followed by a transfer at Ohara Port. Then we enjoyed a mangrove cruise on Nakama River for about an hour (transferring at a different location) and took a 15-minute bus tour of Iriomote Island. We then switched to a water buffalo cart at Mihara to go to Yubu Island (plantation visit and lunch). We left Yubu Island at 12:25, then went from Mihara to Ohara Port (13:25), to Taketomi Port (14:10), and enjoyed a bus tour on the island (Kaiji Beach [Star Sand Beach] <get off> and Kondoi Beach <view from the bus>). After a water buffalo cart tour, we returned to Taketomi Port (16:00) and then to Ishigaki Port (16:15).

The transfers to each island were on a large ferry. The boat does sway, but since it’s not a small boat, no one experienced seasickness. However, for those concerned about seasickness, the premium seats on the second floor of the ferry (500 yen per route) are recommended.

石垣港離島ターミナル　7:45集合
受付を済ませるとビデオによるツアー案内を５分位見た後は、出航に間に合うように乗船（08：15出航）各施設や船車券を受け取りグループ毎にスタート。はじめの乗船時間は約45分～大原港案内に従って乗り換え～仲間川マングローブクルーズ約1時間（乗船場所とは異なる所で乗り換え～西表島バス観光15分程乗車～美原で水牛車に乗り換えて由布島へ（植物園見学・昼食）由布島を12時25分〜美原～大原港（13：25）～竹富港（14：10）～島内バス観光（カイジ浜〔星砂の浜〕＜下車＞・コンドイビーチ＜車窓＞）～水牛車観光～竹富港（16：00）～石垣港（16：15）
各島への移動は大型の船でした。
船は揺れますが小型船ではないので、船酔いをしている人はいませんでしたが、船酔いが心配な方は船の2階のプレミアムシート（各航路毎500円）がおすすめです。

I chose this tour because I wanted to experience Yanbaru National Park. The Oishi Forest Mountain has well-maintained trekking routes that are easy to walk. There are three types of trekking courses, but since time was limited, I only walked one course for 30 minutes.

I wish there had been a bit more time for free exploration in both Oishi Forest Mountain and the mangrove forest.

For lunch, we had a set meal with sashimi and grilled fish. Since we had some extra time, I strolled around the nearby beach.

There were many people participating alone, so we enjoyed taking pictures of each other, which was fun.

やんばる国立公園に生きたかったのでこのツアーを選びました。大石林山はトレッキングルートが整備されていて、歩きやすいです。トレッキングコースが3種類ありますが、時間が限られていたので30分の1コースだけ歩きました。
大石林山とマングローブの林では、もう少し長く自由散策の時間があればよかったと思います。
ランチはお刺身と焼き魚のついた定食でした。時間が余ったので近くの浜辺を散策しました。
お一人様で参加している人が多かったので、お互いに写真を取り合ったりして、楽しかったです。

It was unfortunately rainy on December 29, 2023, but it seems that winter in Ishigaki Island often has bad weather. I realized that having two sunny days out of the three I was there was quite lucky. On the first day (December 26), there was an unexpected water outage, so the large public bath was unavailable. However, when I returned from dinner, the water supply had been restored. This time, I couldn't dive into nature due to the rain during the bus tour, but I plan to aim for a day with good weather for my next visit. Well, I'll be back! ♪

2023/12/29(金)あいにくの雨でしたが、冬の石垣島は悪天候が多いようで、3日いた内に2日晴れ居るのはラッキーな方だと云うことがわかりました。初日(12/26)は急遽断水という事で大浴場もアウトだという事でしたが夕食に行って帰って来たら、断水が解除されていました。今回のバスツアーは雨で自然の中に飛び込むことは出来ませんでしたが、次回は天候の良い日を狙って再トライします。では、また来ます♪

The weather was perfect for canoeing and trekking, with clear skies and no wind, which is unusual for this time of year. Even more so, the warm attentiveness of our guide and their knowledgeable explanations about the flora and fauna made for a fulfilling day. We spent the morning being active and leisurely strolled around Yufu Island in the afternoon. I highly recommend this for anyone considering activities other than marine leisure on Iriomote Island.

天候はこの時期にしては、風もなく快晴、絶好のカヌー&トレッキング日和でした。
それにも増して、ガイドさんの温かい心配りと経験豊富な知識に基づく動植物に関する説明、午前は身体を動かし、午後は由布島をのんびり散策、充実した一日でした。
マリンレジャー以外を西表島で考えていらっしゃる方には、特にお勧めします。

The Nakama River cruise was fantastic, with great weather and the mountains reflecting on the river. The explanations from the cruise staff were easy to understand, and I had a wonderful time.

仲間川クルーズ　天気も良く　川に映る　山河が、最高でした。
クルーズ船の乗務員の方の説明も、わかりやすく
楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。

I was able to tour and sightsee in the northern part of Okinawa in just one day! I could visit tourist spots around Nago at a reasonable price! I went to Manzamo, Kouri Island, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Pineapple Park, and Okashi Goten, and not only did I enjoy sightseeing, but I was also able to buy souvenirs! Although I didn't have meals included, I could eat at each tourist spot, so I was able to get around without any inconvenience! Thank you!

1日で沖縄北部を周遊・観光出来ました！リーズナブルな価格で名護周辺の観光地を周遊出来ました！万座毛, 古宇利島, 沖縄美ら海, ﾊﾟｲﾅｯﾌﾟﾙﾊﾟｰｸ, 御菓子御殿と観光だけでなく, おみやげ物も買うことが出来ました！食事は無かったですが,各観光地で食事が出来たので,不便なく回る事が出来ました！ありがとうございました！

I was able to efficiently visit the sightseeing spots in half a day! Since I had a transfer to the airport on the last day, I was able to smoothly complete my itinerary! I was satisfied as I could visit the main attractions, including Sefa Utaki and Okinawa World, at a reasonable price. I was also pleased to visit Nago, Naha, and Itoman in two days! Thank you!

半日で観光地を効率良く回れました！最終日空港へ送迎付きだったので, スムーズに日程をこなすことが出来ました！斎場御嶽とおきなわワールドとリーズナブルな価格で主要な観光出来たので満足しています。2日間で名護と那覇, 糸満と回れたので満足しています！ありがとうございます！

I was able to meet many creatures, including three Yani-gani, a natural monument hermit crab, crabs, tadpoles, and frog eggs.
Searching for shells on the beach at night and the crab battle were really fun.
Thank you to the tour guide!

ヤニガニ3匹・天然記念物のヤドカリ・カニ・おたまじゃくしやカエルの卵、沢山の生き物に会えました。
夜の砂浜での貝殻探しやカニバトルも本当に楽しかったです。
ツアーのお兄さんありがとうございました。

We participated as a family. Two of us joined this monitor tour, while the other two signed up for the regular tour. We were torn between a half-day tour and a full-day tour with longer activity time, but we chose the full-day tour.

In the morning, we enjoyed canoeing at Imugya Marine Garden. After checking in at the parking lot, we headed to the beach. We were taught how to paddle the canoe and paired up to ride. In the latter part, we were able to see many colorful fish in the area with abundant coral.

In the afternoon, we moved to Shigira Beach for snorkeling. We entered the water hoping to encounter sea turtles. There were many fish, and the water was relatively shallow, allowing us to see them up close. After spotting a clownfish hiding in an anemone, we encountered a sea turtle while returning to the hill, which was a delightful surprise since we didn't think we would see one.

Both in the morning and afternoon, the guides were very kind and always checked on us while leading the tour. If we have another opportunity, we would like to request this tour again.

家族で参加しました。
2人はこちらのモニターツアーで、後2人は通常のツアーで申し込みました。
半日ツアーと迷いましたが、アクティビティの時間が長い1日ツアーにしました。

午前はイムギャーマリンガーデンでカヌーを楽しみました。
駐車場で受付を済ませてビーチに。
カヌーの操船方法を教えてもらい2人一組でカヌーに乗ります。
後半、サンゴの多いエリアではカラフルな魚を多く見ることができました。

午後はシギラビーチへ移動してシュノーケリング。
ウミガメに出会える事を期待して海に入ります。
魚が多く、水深も浅めなのでとても近くで見られます。
イソギンチャクに隠れるカクレクマノミを見た後、丘に戻る途中、お食事中のウミガメに遭遇。
会えないと思っていたので非常に嬉しかったです。

午前も午後もガイドさんたちは非常に親切で、こちらの様子をいつも確認しながらツアーを進めてくれました。
またの機会があれば、こちらでお願いしたいと思います。

It was really great. I also entered the waterfall basin, and the view from directly below was amazing. Just keep in mind that the rest is at your own risk (>_<). The subsequent visit to Yufuin was also nice, and there are historical displays near the entrance, which were quite moving to read before going. The gelato inside was rich in flavor and delicious. Lastly, thank you to our guide, Eri!ヾ(*＞∇＜*)ﾉ

凄く良かったです。滝壺にも入りましたが真下からの眺めは最高です。ただ後の事は自己責任で(>_<)。その後の由布島も良く入り口付近に歴史が展示されてますが、読んでから行くと感慨深いものがありました。中のジェラートが味がしっかりしていて美味しかったです。最後にガイドのえりさん有難うヾ(*＞∇＜*)ﾉ

On the day of the experience, the weather was not favorable, and due to strong winds, the blue cave snorkeling was canceled, leaving only the mangrove kayaking experience.

It was my first time kayaking, but the instructor guided us patiently on how to paddle and get on the kayak, so I was able to start without any anxiety.

Every group was able to keep up without feeling left behind, and we enjoyed a relaxed pace while learning fun facts about the mangroves, making it a wonderful day and a great memory in Ishigaki Island! At the end, they recommended a restaurant in Ishigaki Island, and after the experience, I actually had lunch there, which was incredibly delicious and impressive!

They also mentioned that they would refund the cost of the canceled snorkeling experience, which I think is an excellent response.

Experiencing the mangroves up close while listening to the sound of the flowing river and the chirping of birds is something unique to kayaking.

体験日当日は天候状態が思わしくなく、強風の為に青の洞窟シュノーケリングは中止でマングローブのカヤック体験のみでした
カヤックに乗るのは初めてでしたがインストラクターガイドの方がパドルの操作から乗り方を丁寧に教えてくださったので不安なく始める事が出来ました。

どのグループも置いてきぼりにならずゆったりとしたペースでマングローブの豆知識などを交えながら楽しい体験となって石垣島での良い思い出の1日になりました！
最後におすすめの石垣島の飲食店を教えていただいて、体験後に実際にお昼ご飯にそこお店を使わせていただいたのですが、とても美味しくて感動しました！

シュノーケリングが中止になった分の体験代の返金もしてくださるとのことで、そういった対応も申し分無いと思います。

川のせせらぎや鳥の鳴き声を聞きながら間近でマングローブを観れる体験はカヤックならではだと思いました。

It was a tour in the rain. As expected, the Okinawa Islands can be expected to have good weather until October. From November, there are hardly any sunny days, so be careful.

雨の中のツアーでした。やはり、沖縄諸島は、10月までが天気が期待できます。11月からは、晴れる日がほとんど無いので、気を付けて。

Unfortunately, the weather was very rough. The bus driver on Iriomote Island and the staff on the mangrove cruise were very kind. I think it would have been a wonderful experience if it had been sunny.

On Taketomi Island, I had applied for a rental bicycle, but the person who came to pick me up was very unfriendly and had a cold attitude. I think it's better to skip the rental bicycle.

あいにく大荒れの天気でした。
西表島のバスの運転手の方やマングローブクルーズのかたはとても親切でした。
晴れてたら素晴らしい体験になったかと思います。

竹富島ではレンタサイクルを申し込んでいましたが、迎えに来られた方はとても愛想なく、冷たい対応でした。
レンタサイクルはやめたほうがいいと思います。