All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I was taken to the jungle by a tour guide, where I was able to see many rare creatures. In particular, I discovered three coconut crabs, which were very beautiful and impressive! It was a wonderful experience that allowed me to fully enjoy Ishigaki Island!

ツアーガイドの方しか知らない、ジャングルに連れて行っていただき、たくさんの珍しい生き物を見ることができました。特に、ヤシガニは3匹も発見でき、とても綺麗で感動しました！石垣島を満喫できる、とてもいい体験でした！

I was thrilled to see the long-awaited coconut crabs (4 of them), the rare Yaeyama scorpion, stick insects, Sakishima pond frogs, red crabs, owls, and other unusual creatures, as well as the starry sky!

念願のヤシガニ(4匹)、レアな八重山サソリ、ナナフシ、サキシマヌマガエル、アカガニ、フクロウなど珍しい生き物や満天の星空が見れて感激でした！

The activities were fantastic, and I was also given recommendations for restaurants during my travels, which made for a fulfilling day!

アクティビティも最高でしたが、移動の際におすすめのレストラン等も教えて頂き充実した1日を過ごすことができました！

The weather was nice, and I strolled around the island on a bicycle. At Glass Bottom Boat, we found Nemo, and the kids were overjoyed. The water buffalo cart driver sang wonderful island songs, and it was truly moving!

天気が良くて、自転車で島中プラプラ回りました。グラスポートでも、ニモを見つけ子供達大喜び、水牛車の運転士さん、みんな素敵な島唄を歌い、感激です！

We participated in a sup and snorkeling day tour for two! The date we joined was during a big tide, so the meeting time was at 8:30 AM, and we finished around noon. However, the total experience time was the same as a full day. There were two groups (three people) for the sup, with one guide who provided thorough instructions and took photos for us. After practicing in a cove, we went a little further out. It was my first time, but I had a lot of fun.

For snorkeling, we changed locations (since we didn't have a car, we requested a pick-up when booking), and the guide changed as well (there were various groupings within the same tour). We were taken to different spots with two groups (five people), and I was thrilled to see coral, clownfish, and two sea turtles! The guides communicated with each other and shared information about turtle sightings. They also provided helpful recommendations for the surrounding area. I accidentally forgot sunscreen, and my back got really sunburned while snorkeling, so be careful!

sup+シュノーケリングの1日ツアーに2人で参加しました！参加日は大潮で、潮の関係上、集合時間8:30、終了はお昼頃でした。が、トータルの時間としては1日分の体験時間と同じとの事でした。supは2組(3人)にガイドさん1人で、丁寧にレクチャー、写真撮影してもらいました。入り江で練習した後、少し沖の方まで行きました。初めてでしたが、とても楽しく過ごせました。シュノーケルは場所を変えて(車を持っていなかったので予約時に送迎をお願いしました)、ガイドさんも変わり(supもですが、同じツアー内でグループ分けが様々でした)、こちらも2組(5人)で色々なスポットに連れて行ってもらい、サンゴ、クマノミ、ウミガメ2匹が見れて感動でした！、ガイドさん同士でコミュケーションを取っていて、ウミガメ出現情報を共有していました。周辺のオススメ情報も教えていただき参考になりました。うっかり日焼け止めを忘れてしまい、シュノーケルで体の背面がすごく日焼けしてしまったので、注意が必要！！

Since I couldn't rent a car this time, I used a sightseeing taxi for the first time. Even with a navigation system and a mobile phone, moving around in an unfamiliar area can be challenging. Because of this, the taxi driver took me to places I wouldn't have thought to visit, leading to new discoveries and great memories.

The cheerful and lively driver taught me about the various creatures, plants, and lifestyles of Ishigaki Island, and I learned a lot.

It was very helpful to be picked up at the hotel and dropped off at the airport, and I would like to continue using sightseeing taxis in the future. Thank you!

今回なかなかレンタカーを借りることが出来なかった為、初めて観光タクシーを利用。
ナビや携帯があっても、土地勘のない場所の移動は大変で、それ故行ってみようと思わない所まで隅々回っていただき、新しい発見と良い思い出になりました。

元気で明るい運転手さんが、石垣島の様々な生き物・植物・生活など教えて下さり、たくさん学ぶことも出来ました。

ホテルにお迎え、空港に送りも大変助かり、これからも観光タクシーを利用してみたいと思いました。
ありがとうございました！

In mid-July, I traveled to Miyako Island with a friend and signed up for this tour!

As a result, we got some incredibly satisfying photos taken! When we arrived at the location, we were guided to the photographer, who asked, "Do you have any poses in mind?" I hadn't thought of anything, so I just asked them to take the lead. They provided detailed instructions, and we took about eight poses (six full-body shots from a distance and two close-ups where my face was visible).

*The photos were sent to us via email later with a URL for download.*

During the shoot, we had to stay still for about 15 seconds, which was quite challenging due to the strong wind that day…^^; However, I am very satisfied with the photos! I even bragged about them to my friend, haha.

Just a note: both my friend and I wore dresses, so even though we stood still for 15 seconds, the wind made the skirt part flutter. If you're looking for perfect photos, it might be better to wear outfits that won't be affected by the wind (the photos we received are fine and I consider that part of the memory, but for those who dislike any blurriness, it's something to keep in mind).

Another point to note is that a few days before, we received an email about a change in the meeting location (I had planned to stay at the Tokyu Resort Hotel, and the original meeting place was within walking distance, but the new location was about a 30-minute walk away). Because of this, I planned to take a taxi that day, but it was difficult to find one that evening due to the location…

When I called to inform them that I might not make it on time because I couldn't find a taxi, they kindly sent a staff member to pick us up since it was only about a five-minute drive from the Tokyu Resort Hotel (they also provided transportation after the shoot).

Currently, due to a shortage of rental cars during the pandemic, taxis in Miyako Island are busy and hard to catch, so it might be better to have reliable transportation to the meeting point…!

However, the photos are truly wonderful, and I believe the beauty of the sea and the stars is part of Miyako Island's charm, so I confidently recommend this as a memorable experience!

7月中旬に友達と宮古島に旅行に行き、
このツアーを申し込みました！

結果、とっても満足の写真を取ってもらいました！
場所に着いたら、カメラマンさんのところに案内され、「撮りたいポーズはありますか？」と聞かれましたが、何にも考えておらず、お任せでお願いしました。
細かく指示していただき、8ポーズほど取りました(6ポーズを遠目の全身、2ポーズは全身だけど、顔のわかる形でアップめ)
※写真は後日メールでURLが届き、ダウンロードする方式です。

取ってる間は、15秒ほど静止していないといけなかったのですが、風邪が強い日なのもあり割と大変でした…^^;
でも、写真は大満足です！　
友達にも自慢しました笑

ただ、注意点として私も友達もワンピースを着ていったので、15秒静止していても風でスカート部分が揺れてしまったので、
完璧な写真を求めるなら風に影響されない服装もありかなと思います(頂いた写真も、私としてはそれも思い出だし、実際気にならない程度ですが、少しでもブレるのは嫌だという方のために念のため…)

また、もう一つの注意点として、
数日前に集合場所が変更になった旨のメールが届きました(その日は東急リゾートホテルに泊まる予定で、ネット申込み時の集合場所が徒歩圏内であったで申し込んだのですが、変更後は徒歩30分ほどかかる場所でした)。
このため、当日はタクシーで行こうと考えていたのですが、当日の夜は場所が場所なだけか全然捕まらず……
急遽、タクシーが捕まらない(集合時間に間に合わないかもしれない)旨お電話したところ、東急リゾートホテルなら車で5分程度なので、ということでご厚意で急遽スタッフさんに迎えに来ていただけました(撮影終了後、送迎もしていただきました)。

現在、宮古島は、コロナ禍でレンタカー不足からのタクシーも忙しく、なかなか捕まらない状況があるため、集合場所まで足が確実な方のほうが良いかもしれません…！

ただ、写真はほんとに素敵で、海だけでなく星の綺麗さも宮古島の魅力だと思えたので、記念に自信をもっておすすめいたします！

I participated in the tour of Sefa Utaki and the Gangala Valley. The guide was kind and attentive, which was very soothing throughout the experience. The only thing I thought was that since everyone likely participates in Sefa Utaki, it would have been better if the tour fee included that as well.

斎場御嶽とガンガラーの谷ツアーに参加しました。
ガイドさんも親切丁寧で終始、癒されました。
唯一、斎場御嶽はみんな参加すると思うのでツアー料金に含まれていた方が良かったかな？と思います。

This is my second time visiting Ishigaki Island, but during my last trip, I only went diving. This summer, I decided to do some sightseeing and participated in a tour during my free time.

In terms of time, it was almost half a day with lunch included, and the morning meeting time wasn't too early. The walking involved wasn't too much, making it an easy tour to join. Since it covers the classic spots, I think it's a recommended tour for those who want to sightsee efficiently.

Additionally, although it's not part of the itinerary, there are some entertainment options on the bus (including a sanshin performance). Please check the details by participating. From the bus window, we also got to see the family home of Eisho Higa from BEGIN (a guesthouse) and the home of Yoko Gushiken (next to which is a memorial hall), making it an enjoyable tour.

石垣島は2度目になりますが、前回行った時はダイビングしかしなかったので、今夏は観光をしようと、空いた時間を使って参加しました。

時間的には、お昼付きでほぼ半日、朝の集合もそれほど早くなく、歩く行程もそれほどないので参加しやすいツアーで、定番の場所はだいたい回っているので、効率よく観光をしたい方にはお勧めのツアーだと思います。

それと、行程にはありませんが、バスの中でお楽しみ（さんしんの演奏ほか）があります。詳細は参加してご確認ください。
車窓からにはなりますが、BEGINの比嘉栄昇さんの実家（民宿）や具志堅用高さん実家（隣は記念館だそうです）も見れて楽しいツアーでした。

On the first day in Ishigaki Island, I used a sightseeing taxi for five hours. I usually rent a car for sightseeing, but there were several advantages compared to that, so I’d like to share them.

Advantage 1: Recommendations for sightseeing spots, allowing for efficient touring

Initially, I thought I would only have enough time to visit Kabira Bay, Yaima Village, the limestone caves, and the Tomb of the Chinese. However, I entrusted the order to the driver and was additionally taken to recommended places, which made for a fulfilling experience. I was very satisfied as I was able to take photos at various spots like Tamatorizaki Observatory, the Yae-Yama Palm Grove in Maehara, Banna Park, a viewpoint overlooking Kabira Bay, and the northernmost point, Hirakubo Cape.

Also, when the parking lot at the observatory was crowded, I was able to get out of the car first and explore the observatory, which was efficient.

Advantage 2: Discounts for sightseeing taxi users

While some attractions required separate admission fees, I felt it was a good deal as there were slight discounts when I went with the driver to the ticket counter.

Advantage 3: Ability to ask for information at the right moment

During conversations with the driver, I learned the names of birds, trees, and plants visible from the window, as well as how fruits were growing. When using a rental car at tourist spots, it’s common to see something for the first time and wonder, “What is that?” but without knowing the proper nouns to look it up, I often couldn’t investigate or ended up overlooking various sights. What was great about using the sightseeing taxi this time was that I was informed of names and information right when I saw them. I think if I had rented a car, I might not have noticed the mangroves or the dragon fruit growing.

Additionally, I was able to hear about local shops that residents often visit, stories about moving to the island, and various information about Ishigaki Island. Later, when I visited one of those shops, it was fantastic, and I was glad to have had real reviews to refer to.

This was my first time sightseeing in Ishigaki Island, and using this sightseeing taxi created wonderful memories. Thank you, driver!

石垣島初日に5時間の観光タクシーを利用しました。
観光ではレンタカーを使うことが多いのですが、レンタカーと比較してよかった点がいろいろあったので、共有します。

メリット１　おすすめ観光地も提案してもらえ、効率よく観光できる

当初は、川平湾、やいま村、鍾乳洞、唐人墓のみを巡ったら時間いっぱいかなと思っていましたが、運転手さんに順番もお任せし、お勧めの場所にも追加で連れて行っていただいたため、充実した時間を過ごせました。
玉取崎展望台、米原八重山ヤシ群落、バンナ公園、川平湾を見渡せるスポット、最北端の平久保崎等、いろんなところで写真が撮れたので大満足でした。

また、展望台の駐車場が混んでいた時も、先に車から降りて、展望台を見て回ることができたので、効率的でした。

メリット２　観光タクシー利用者向け割引あり

それぞれの観光地では別途入場料等が必要になるところもありますが、運転手さんとチケットカウンターに行くと少し割引があったりして、お得な気分でした。

メリット３　知りたい情報を知りたいタイミングで聞ける

運転手さんとの会話の中で、実際に窓から見えた鳥、木、植物の名前や、果物の実がなっている様子を知れました。観光地でレンタカーを使う時には、よくある経験として、初めて見る景色で、「これは何だろう？」と思うものがあっても調べるための固有名詞もわからなくて調べられなかったり、知らないからスルーしてしまう景色・モノがいろいろありました。今回、観光タクシーを使ってよかったのは、ちょうどそれを見たタイミングで名前や情報等を教えてもらえたことです。レンタカーを借りていたら、マングローブにも気づかず、ドラゴンフルーツが生えているのも気づかなかったかなと思います。ちょうどいいタイミングで解説してもらえて、よかったです。

さらに、地元の人がよくいくお店の情報、移住の話、石垣島に関するいろんな情報を聞けたのもよかったです。後日、そのお店に行ってみたら、とてもよくて、リアルな口コミを参考にできてよかったなと思いました。

初めての石垣島観光、この観光タクシーを使えてよい思い出ができました。
運転手さん、ありがとうございました！

I participated alone. Most of the other participants were families, couples, married couples, and friends, making up a tour of about 30 people. The seating on the sightseeing boat and the bus was spacious enough for solo participants, allowing me to join without any hesitation. Additionally, the lunch on Yubu Island was arranged for individuals, so I could enjoy it at my own pace.

Among the highlights, the mangrove sightseeing tour, especially the areas where two types of mangroves grow together, was very impressive. Also, crossing the sea on a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island was just like the experiences often shown in tourist brochures, which was quite fun. The warm stories shared by the water buffalo driver were also delightful.

On the day of the tour, Okinawa was experiencing a record number of COVID-19 cases, but everyone was wearing masks, and since most of the itinerary was outdoors, it was a relaxed tour with little concern about crowding.

　一人で参加しました。周りは、家族づれ・カップル・夫婦・友達などがほとんどで、約３０人くらいのツアーでしたが、遊覧船や途中の移動バスの席が一人掛けでも余裕のある参加人数で気兼ねなく参加できました。また、由布島での昼食も一人用に仕切ってあり、ゆっくり味わいました。
　中でも２種類のマングローブが、一緒になっている所など見どころの多いマングローブ遊覧は見ごたえがありました。それと由布島へ水牛車で海の中を渡っていく様は、観光案内でよく見るあのままの体験で面白かったです。水牛使い手の方のほのぼのとした話も良かったです。
　ツアー参加日は、コロナ感染者が沖縄県でも最高数を更新していく日でしたが、みなさん当然マスクもし、外がほとんどの旅程でしたので、密になることは少なくあまり気にならない、ゆったりしたツアーでした。

I never expected to encounter sea turtles so casually! It was truly moving!! I was able to enjoy snorkeling at a relaxed pace, feeling like a sea turtle!

こんな普通にウミガメと出会えるなんて思っていませんでした〜！感動です！！
ウミガメ気分でゆったりシュノーケリングができました！

It was a very worthwhile tour as we were able to go to places that would have been difficult to reach on our own, with explanations provided on the bus. Although we had a two-hour stay at Okinawa World, we arrived just in time for the Eisa show, which started smoothly. The limestone cave felt longer than expected, but we were able to explore it. The guide explained everything very clearly, which was great! However, it was a bit disappointing that there were some Asian tourists chatting among themselves while the guide was explaining, making it hard to hear at times.

自分たちだけでは行きにくい所にバスで説明をしていただきながら行けて、とてもお得なツアーでした。沖縄ワールドは２時間の滞在とのことでしたが、着く時間の少ししてエイサーのショーがちょうど始まりスムーズに見れました。鍾乳洞も思ったより長く感じましたが、まわれました。ガイドさんもすごく分かりやすく説明してくれて良かったです！ただ、ガイドさんがせっかく説明してくれてる時にアジア系外国人の方が仲間内で構わず会話をしててその後ろにいたので聞こえにくい時があり、ちょっと残念てした。

It was a tumultuous start when the participants who were supposed to share the car didn't show up on time, but it turned into just us in the car without any companions. Thanks to my child's wishes, we spent time focusing on insects. We were amazed by the size of the coconut crab and were able to see creatures like the green tree python and the scorpion, which are not easy to encounter, creating wonderful memories for my child.

Although my child wasn't very interested in the starry sky at first, once our eyes adjusted, we could see the Milky Way and had a great time. I'm grateful to our guide.

同じ車に乗る予定の参加者が時間になっても来ないという波乱のスタートでしたが、同乗者なしで自分達だけの車となり、子供の希望で昆虫メインの時間を過ごせました。ヤシガニの大きさに驚き、キノボリトカゲやサソリモドキと、なかなか出会えない生き物を見る事ができ、子供にとっては良い思い出になりました。
子供があまり興味の無かった星空も、眼が慣れると天の川が見え、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ガイドの方には感謝です。

First time in Ishigaki Island
Since my return flight was in the evening, I participated in a half-day tour.
Although the time spent at each sightseeing spot was not long, I was able to tour efficiently.
The bus guide entertained us with stories about the history of Ishigaki Island and songs played on the sanshin.
At the end of the tour, when I asked the guide where I could buy mangoes and pineapples, they kindly provided directions, which was very helpful.
The COVID-19 measures were also well implemented, making this a recommended tour.

初めての石垣島
帰宅日　夕方の飛行機だったので、半日観光に参加しました。
各観光名所は長い時間の滞在ではありませんでしたが、効率良く観光できました。
バスガイドの方の石垣島の歴史や三線の歌など楽しませて頂きました。
ツアーの終わりにガイドの方にマンゴーやパイナップルを買いたと尋ねると、とても親切に道案内をしていただき助かりました。
コロナ対策もしっかりしていて　おすすめのツアーです。

I made a reservation because the reviews were good. It said to start at 8:30, so I planned to have breakfast at the hotel from 7:00 and then depart, but I was told over the phone the day before that we would meet at 8:00. Because of that, I hardly had any breakfast. I guess it changes depending on the weather, the number of people, and the tide. It can't be helped, but it seems that such things happen.

First, we went snorkeling at Shigira Beach. There is an additional parking fee of 1,000 yen. One staff member seems to handle about four groups. It was very beautiful, and I was glad to see a sea turtle. They also took photos with a GoPro. After about an hour, we moved to Ingyamarine Garden in our own car (there were no showers, so we went straight from the sea).

After that, we enjoyed SUP and canoeing for about an hour. It was a bit scary to go out into the sea on my own, but since it was a tour, it was fun to paddle out. They took a lot of photos for us. There were no showers here either, but they provided a bottle of water to rinse our hands, feet, and faces. We finished around 10:30 to 11:00.

I felt like I had used quite a bit of energy by this point. I was torn between a full-day course, but for our family, who lacks confidence in our stamina, the half-day course was a good choice. I'll save the Pumpkin Cave for next time.

口コミが良かったので予約してみました。
８時半からと書いてあったので７時からホテルの朝食を食べて出発と思っていましたが、前日の電話で８時に集合と言われました。その為朝食がほとんど食べれませんでした。その日の天候や人数や潮の流れなどにより変わるのでしょうね。仕方がありませんがそういう事もあるようです。
最初はシギラビーチでシュノーケリングです。別途駐車料金が１０００円かかります。１人の担当の方が４組程度を受け持ちするようです。とても綺麗でウミガメも見れて良かったです。写真もGOPROで撮って下さいます。１時間くらいしてインギャーマリンガーデンへ自分の車で移動します。（シャワーなどがなく、海から上がってそのまま）
その後SUPとカヌーを１時間くらい楽しみます。個人では沖へ出るのが少し怖いですが　ツアーなので漕いで出る事ができて楽しかったです。とてもたくさん写真も撮って頂きました。こちらもシャワーはないですが手足顔を流す用にボトルのお水をくれました。終わって１０時半～１１時くらいでした。
ここまでで結構体力を使ったなぁと思いました。１日コースと迷いましたが体力に自信が無い我が家としては半日コースで良かったと思いました。
パンプキン鍾乳洞はまた次回にとっておきます。

The guided tour in the morning is a great value for this price. The guide provided detailed information, and I was able to learn a lot about Okinawa.

午前中ガイド付きでこの値段はお得感満載です。ガイドさんも細かく案内してくれて沖縄のいろんなことを聞くことができました。

I was able to enjoy the atmosphere of each island. The driver’s island guide during the transfer on Iriomote Island was easy to understand. The mangrove boat tour also had thorough explanations, and the guide took their time to show us, allowing us to understand the characteristics of each tree. I recommend this for those who want to visit the remote islands but have concerns about the tourist routes.

それぞれの島の雰囲気を楽しむ事が出来ました。
西表島のパス移動でも、運転手さんの島ガイドが分かりやすかったです。
マングローブのボート観光も、説明が丁寧で、ゆっくり見せてくれたので、それぞれの木の特徴を理解出来ました。
離島には行ってみたいけど、観光コースに不安がある方にはオススメです。

I was able to fully enjoy a route that couldn't be covered by rental car in just one day. While it might be possible to drive around, the heat can drain your energy during sightseeing, so it was great to relax and recharge while napping on the bus. I thought the route was perfectly balanced!

Also, the guide's stories were very pleasant! They shared information about popular local spots that I didn't know about, and the island songs were soothing to the ears.

I could feel the guide's hospitality when they ran to buy tickets while sweating at the aquarium.

I would like to sign up for another tour during my stay. I made wonderful memories! Thank you!

レンタカーでは回りきれないルートを、一日で満喫できました。
運転して回れるかもしれませんが、暑い最中の観光で体力が奪われるところ、安心して昼寝をバスでしながら体力回復。
過不足のないルートだと思いました！


それと、ガイドさんのお話が、とっても心地よかったです！知らなかった地元で人気の物などを教えてくれたり、島唄も耳に優しかったです。

水族館で汗をかきながら、走ってチケットを買ってくる姿に、ガイドさんご自身のホスピタリティも感じました。

滞在中に、また違うツアーに申し込みたいと思いました。
素敵な思い出ができました♪
ありがとうございます！

It was a tour that was never boring, as they shared various information about the island, including trivia and details about different plants and animals. I would like to request this tour again when I come to Ishigaki Island.

様々な動植物の他に、豆知識や島の情報なども話してくださり飽きないツアーでした。
また石垣島に来た際にはお願いしたいです。

The tour was very helpful for travelers like us who do not use rental cars, efficiently visiting sightseeing spots. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially with the sudden increase in infections, the bus was fully packed. On a full-day tour, the elderly woman sitting next to me was coughing frequently, and a baby was crying throughout in front of my seat.

When I went on a bus tour in Tokyo in July, the passenger limit was half, allowing us to sit with one seat in between, which was comfortable. Was it unavoidable in Okinawa due to the peak season during summer vacation?

Also, there was a family with a baby sitting right in the middle, but was there no consideration for seating children towards the front? I understand that babies crying is unavoidable. I had imagined the same comfort as the Tokyo bus tour when I made the reservation, but it was very different and disappointing.

I appreciate the bus guide's little anecdotes and the driver's careful driving.

ツアー的には、効率よく観光名所をこなしていきレンタカーを利用しない私達の様な旅行者には、大変助かります。ただコロナ禍でましてや急激な感染増加の中、車中は満席でした。丸一日のツアーで、隣の老夫婦の奥さんは、咳を頻繁にしていて、わたしの前の座席では赤ちゃんが終始泣いていました。
7月に東京のバスツアーに行った時は、バスの乗客上限の半分で、1列空けて隣ともかぶらず座って行け快適でした。沖縄は、繁盛期という事もあり夏休みは致し方なかったのでしょうか？
また、赤ちゃん連れの方が丁度真ん中辺りに座っていましたが、子供連れは前方に乗せるなどの配慮は、無いのでしょうか？赤ちゃんが泣くのは仕方がないのはわかります。勝手に東京のバスツアーと同じ快適さを想像し予約してしまいましたが、とても違い残念でした。
バスガイドさんの小ネタや、運転手さんの丁寧な運転には、感謝しております。

I felt a bit lonely participating alone, but I was glad to visit many places I wanted to see! The guide was very kind and fun, and I truly enjoyed myself. I would definitely like to participate again if I have the chance.

一人参加で心細かったですが、行きたいところも沢山回れて良かったです！
ガイドの方もとても優しくて楽しい方で本当に楽しめました。
また機会があったら是非参加したいです。

The guide was kind and helpful, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. Although the intense sunlight was unavoidable, we were blessed with good weather, and we were able to visit various places very efficiently, so I was extremely satisfied.

ガイドさんが優しくかつ親切に案内してくれたので安心して楽しむことが出来ました。また強烈な日差しは仕方ないけど天気にも恵まれてとても効率よくいろんなところを回ることができたので大満足です。

It was my first time paddleboarding, and since it was on a river, there was no shaking, so I wasn't scared at all, and it was really fun. I was even able to stand up partway through.

The snorkeling at Balas Island also had high visibility, and I was able to see plenty of fish with just a snorkel.

I highly recommend it.

初サップ、川なので揺れず、怖くなく、とても楽しかったです。途中から立つこともできました。

バラス島シュノーケリングも透明度が高く、シュノーケルでも十分魚が見れました。

オススメです。

I sincerely apologize for the rude post due to my misunderstanding; please allow me to post again.

It was a wonderful location, and the kind staff created a fun atmosphere throughout the shoot, allowing the kids to stay engaged. The finished photos were lovely, and we were very satisfied. We created beautiful family memories. When we had trouble hailing a taxi after the shoot, the staff kindly offered to take us back to our accommodation, which was fantastic. Although the moon was out and we didn't have a completely starry sky this time, we were still extremely satisfied. Next time, I would love to have Subaru take our photos under a fully starry sky. If you want to capture starry sky photos in Miyako Island, I highly recommend this service!

こちらの勘違いで失礼な投稿をしてしまい、誠に申し訳ございません、再度投稿させてください。
素晴らしいロケーションで、優しいお姉さんが終始楽しい雰囲気で撮影してくださり、子供達も飽きずに撮影出来ました。仕上がりの写真も素敵で大満足。家族の思い出ができました。撮影後にタクシーが捕まらず困っていたら、宿泊先まで送ってくださったり、スタッフさん方も素晴らしかったです。今回月が出ていたので満天の星空ではなかったけど、それでも大大満足でした。次回は満天の星空でまたすばるさんに撮影していただきたいです。宮古島で星空の写真を残したいなら、こちらの業者さんを強くお薦めします！

Our family isn't great at early morning departures, but considering the afternoon heat, it was the right choice.

The guidance at each location was smooth and well-handled, so we didn't get lost. The explanation about the mangroves at Nakama River was clear thanks to the enthusiastic staff, and on the bus to Yubu Island, the driver's lively talk about life and prices on Iriomote Island (I was surprised to hear that bean sprouts cost 170 yen) and eating goat sashimi provided us with some interesting insights.

The main goal was the water buffalo cart, and it seemed like not everyone was going to play the sanshin, so on the way back, we hopped on a water buffalo cart with a performance and thoroughly enjoyed it.

On Taketomi Island, I had my first glass-bottom boat experience, and I got to ride the water buffalo cart for the second time. By chance, there was a performance of my favorite song "Dōgami," which moved me deeply. I do wish we had more time on Taketomi Island.

Given the season, it's no surprise that the heat was quite intense. Staying hydrated, wearing hats, and using parasols are essential. The sweat we worked up could only be washed off at the hotel.

My two sons experienced the Yaeyama Islands for the first time, and I believe it will be a lifelong memory for them. I think the staff must be having a tough time in the heat, but I hope they continue to greet guests with wonderful smiles. I would love to use their services again if the opportunity arises.

早朝出発が苦手な我が一家ですが、午後の暑さを考えると正解でした。

各地での誘導は手馴れた様子でスムーズに、こちらが迷うこともありませんでした。
仲間川マングローブもお姉さんのハキハキした説明でわかりやすく、それから由布島に移動するバスでも運転手さんの軽快なトークで西表島の生活や物価(もやし170円には驚き)、ヤギを刺身で食べるなど、なかなか知り得ないお話を聞けてよかったです。

1番の目的だった水牛車は皆さんが三線を演奏する訳ではなさそうなので、戻りに演奏付きの水牛車に乗り込み、堪能させて頂きました。

竹富島では初めてのグラスボート体験
そして2度目の水牛車に乗せてもらい、偶然にも大好きな「童神」の演奏があり、心から感動しました。
竹富島の滞在時間が短かったのはちょっと心残りかな…。

この時期なので当然といえば当然ですが、暑さはかなりのものです。
こまめな水分補給、帽子・日傘必須。
かいた汗はホテルでさっぱり流すしかありません。

息子二人は初めての八重山諸島でしたが、一生の記憶に残してくれたことと思います。
スタッフの方々も暑くて大変だと思いますが、これからも素敵な笑顔で迎えていただきたいです。
また機会あれば利用したいです。

I wish I could have stayed a bit longer, but I had a fulfilling and enjoyable day. I would like to recommend it to my friends. Thank you very much.

もう少し滞在時間を伸ばして欲しかったが、1日充実で楽しく過ごせました。
友達におすすめしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

Since it was during the period of the COVID-19 infection spread, I was hesitant about traveling until just before the trip, so I signed up after arriving at the destination.

It was our family's first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and we had some experience with snorkeling, participating with the goal of seeing sea turtles. My fifth-grade daughter had some trouble getting her snorkeling gear on properly and was a bit fussy, but the guide was great at helping her, and we were able to see the sea turtles breathing up close. In the end, we finished with smiles, and I am truly grateful for that.

The morning SUP was at a beach we had never been to before, which was refreshing, but the afternoon snorkeling might have been at a spot with better tidal conditions and a higher chance of encountering sea turtles. However, since it was a beach I had been to before, I wished we could have gone somewhere different. We gathered at 10:00 AM, and after explanations, we had about an hour and a half of SUP. In the afternoon, we changed locations and regrouped at 2:30 PM for another hour and a half of snorkeling. The guide also took photos for us and sent them later via LINE.

Next time, I hope to enjoy it a bit more leisurely and thoroughly.

コロナ感染拡大の時期でもあったので、直前まで旅行自体も迷っていたため、現地に到着後に申し込みをしました。
家族で、SUPは初体験で、シュノーケルは経験ありで、ウミガメさん目的での参加でした。小5の娘がシュノーケルが思うように装着できず、グズグズすることもありましたが、ガイドのお兄さんがうまく誘導してくれて、ウミガメさんもすごく近くで呼吸するところまで見れて、最後には笑顔で終われたので本当に感謝です。
午前SUPではじめてのビーチでしたので新鮮でしたが、午後のシュノーケルは潮の関係やウミガメ遭遇率の高いところだったのかもしれませんが、過去に行ったことのあるビーチだったので、違うところに行ってみたかったなとも思いました。10時集合で説明含めて実質1時間半ほどSUP,午後は14:30に場所を変えて再度集合でまた1時間半ほどシュノーケルでした。写真もガイドさんが撮ってくれて、後でLINEで送っていただけました。
次はもうちょっとゆっくりじっくり楽しみたいなと思います。

I was able to see sea turtles and tropical fish up close, and it was wonderful! I was surprised that I could see sea turtles so closely. I also got to try SUP, which I wanted to experience, and the water was so clear that I could see tropical fish swimming with my own eyes. The guide was kind and friendly, which made it easy to participate in the experience.

Thank you for taking so many wonderful photos!

ウミガメも熱帯魚も近くで見ることができ、
とても良かったです！
あんなにも近くでウミガメを見れるとは
思っていなかったので驚きました。
体験してみたかったSUPにも挑戦でき、
海の透明度が高いので肉眼でも
熱帯魚が泳いでるのを確認することができました♪
ガイドさんも優しく親切に接してくださり
スムーズに体験に参加できました◎

素敵な写真も何枚も撮ってくださり、
ありがとうございました！！

I participated in a photo tour for the first time. Although the shoot was at 2:30 AM, the Milky Way was clearly visible, and I was constantly amazed by the beauty of the stars! During the shoot, they played music and chatted casually, making the experience enjoyable and smooth. After the shoot, they kindly shared various recommendations about Miyako Island, which helped me have a fulfilling day the next day. It was my first trip to Miyako Island, and it became the best memory.

初めてフォトツアーに参加しました。
夜中の2時半での撮影でしたが、天の川がよく見えて星の美しさに終始感動しました！
撮影時は、音楽を流しながら、気さくに話してくださり楽しくスムーズな撮影でとても良かったです。
撮影後には宮古島オススメについても色々教えていただき、親切に対応してくださって翌日も充実した1日が過ごせました。
初めての宮古島旅行でしたが、最高の思い出になりました。