All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

We participated as a family of three. In the morning, we went canoeing near the mangroves, and in the afternoon, we went snorkeling. Both were our first experiences, but the guide was friendly and taught us carefully, so we had no problems and enjoyed ourselves. During the transfers and activities, the guide shared a lot of local trivia and recommended delicious places, which was very helpful.

Moreover, the weather was great for both activities, and the water was clear, so we couldn't have asked for more. The snorkeling, in particular, was breathtaking with an abundance of fish and coral that exceeded our expectations.

We didn't bring our smartphones or cameras, but the guide took many photos from angles we couldn't capture ourselves and sent them to us the same day, so there was no need to bring them.

It was very tiring, but it was a fun day overall.

家族三人で参加しました。午前はマングローブ近くでカヌー、午後はシュノーケリングで、どちらも初めてだったのですが、ガイドの方が気さくに丁寧に教えてくださり、何の問題もなく楽しめました。移動中にもアクティビティ中も、現地の豆知識や美味しいお店などたくさん教えてくれ参考になりました。
また、どちらも天気が良く、水もきれいで、言う事無しでした。特にシュノーケリングは、期待以上の魚やサンゴが広がり感動でしたよ。
スマホやカメラを持っていかなかったのですが、ガイドさんが自分たちでは撮れないアングルの写真をたくさん撮ってくれ、即日送ってもらえたので、持っていく必要も無かったです。
とても疲れたけれど、その分楽しい１日でした。

I experienced this with my 5-year-old. The canoe tour with Mac was very fun! Thank you for the many photos!

5歳と2人で体験しました。まっちゃんとカヌーツアーとても楽しかったです！写真もたくさんいただきありがとうございました！

I participated in a mangrove kayak tour and a visit to Yubu Island!

The mangroves were surrounded by trees on both sides, making the waterways narrow, which gave a thrilling sense of adventure and was really enjoyable.

I got stuck in the mangroves a few times, but our guide, Rui, kindly helped me out and provided just the right amount of advice.

The visit to Yubu Island was great because we got to ride water buffalo to the island, which is an experience you don't usually get.

I had a fun day overall. Thank you!

マングローブのカヤックツアーと由布島観光に参加しました！

マングローブは左右が木に囲まれて水路が狭く、冒険をしている感じでスリルがあり楽しめました。

何度かマングローブに引っ掛かって行き詰まりましたが、担当ガイドのるいさんに親切に助けていただき、また適度なアドバイスで助かりました。

由布島観光は、水牛に乗って離島に行けて、普段は体験できないので良かったです。

1日楽しく過ごせました。ありがとうございました！

The canoeing and snorkeling experiences were led by different instructors, but both made sure to frequently check on the participants' well-being, allowing us to enjoy a safe and fun time. Since I didn't rent a car, the shuttle service from the accommodation to the activity points was really helpful. It was also enjoyable to hear various stories along the way. Thank you very much.

カヌーとシュノーケル　それぞれ別のイントラさんでしたが、どちらの体験も参加者の体調を気遣うお声がけが頻繁にあり、安心して楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
レンタカーを借りていなかったので、宿泊施設からポイントまでの送迎ホント助かりました。
道中もいろんなお話し聞かせていただけて楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

I participated in a day trip tour that allowed me to fully enjoy Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi Islands. The tour included a mangrove cruise in Iriomote, a ride on a water buffalo cart from Iriomote to Yufu, and both a water buffalo cart and rental bicycles on Taketomi Island.

First of all, arranging this on your own would likely be impossible. Bus transportation is essential on the islands, and the logistics can be quite complicated and impractical, so joining a tour is the best option.

In Iriomote and Yufu, there are set routes and schedules, so you don’t need to plan everything in advance. Yufu is a small island, so if you follow the designated route, you can see all the attractions.

On Taketomi Island, there is free time for cycling, and being able to explore the island thoroughly during this time is crucial. The island has few large buildings and many similar streets, so it can be easy to get lost if it's your first visit. Additionally, restaurants and tourist spots are scattered around, so it's better to do some research beforehand. However, since you can get around by rental bicycle, you can reach the faraway beaches without taking too much time. Be mindful of the return time for the rental bicycles and the ferry departure time to Ishigaki, as both are fixed, so make sure not to be late.

私は西表・由布・竹富島を日帰りで満喫できるツアーに参加しました。西表ではマングローブ遊覧、西表～由布までの水牛車に乗り、竹富島では水牛車とレンタサイクルが楽しめるフルパッケージのツアーです。
まず、個人手配することはおそらく不可能です。島内ではバス移動が必須ですし、様々に煩雑で手間がかかりすぎて現実的ではありませんので、ツアー参加一択です。
西表、由布では決まったルート、予定が組まれているので、そこまで事前に計画を立てておかなくてもよいかと思います。由布は小さい島なので、順路に従って移動すれば島内すべてを観光できます。
竹富島ではレンタサイクルでの自由時間が設けられており、ここでの観光をしっかり回れるかどうかが重要です。まず島内は大きな建物が少なく、似たような通りばかりなので、初めてでは迷います。また食事処や観光名所もそれぞれに散らばっているので、事前に調べていったほうが良いです。ただ、レンタサイクルでの移動なので、遠方の海岸までもそこまで時間がかからずに到着できます。レンタサイクルの返却時間、石垣行のフェリー発車時間はそれぞれ決まっていますので、遅れないように注意しましょう。

It was completely dark without lights, and I walked along a rugged path filled with limestone-like rocks, sweating. I found a large coconut crab and had experiences I had never encountered before. Since it was almost a full moon, there weren't many stars, but the stories shared by the staff who guided us were enjoyable, and I'm glad I participated.

ライトがないと真っ暗で、石灰岩みたいなゴツゴツした岩だらけの道を、汗かきながら歩きました💦大きなヤシガニを見つけたり、見たことない体験ができました。ほぼ満月だったので星空は少なめでしたが、案内してくれたスタッフの方のお話も楽しく、参加して良かったです。

I was satisfied that I was able to go to the places I wanted to visit. Since it takes time to get around Okinawa, it's understandable, but I wish I had a little more time for sightseeing.

行ってみたい所には、行く事が出来たので満足しました。
沖縄は移動時間がかかるので仕方ないのですが、あと少し　見学時間があったらなと思いました

It was truly worth taking the trip with various fun stories and a relaxed atmosphere from the departure, along with breaks along the way. Next time, I will go sightseeing on the island a bit earlier.

出発から色々な楽しい話しとゆったりした時間、途中の休憩など本当に乗る価値ありです。次回は少し早目の時間で島見物します

I was taken to various places, and it was very nice. The tour guide was very kind and comforting. The weather was good, so everything I saw was beautiful.

色んなところに連れてってもらえてとても良かったです。添乗員さんがとても親切な方で癒やされました。お天気が良かったのでどこ見てもきれいでした。

The driver who came to pick us up was truly a wonderful person. I can only express my gratitude for the safe driving and the stories related to the Sefa Utaki that made our time so enjoyable. Thank you very much!

お迎えに来てくださった運転士さんが本当に良い方で、安全運転と斎場御嶽にまつわるお話をして時間いっぱい楽しませてくださって感謝しかありません。ありがとうございました！

I participated in a SUP and snorkeling session that ended in the morning at the beginning of September, when the weather can be quite changeable. The weather was nice, and during low tide, the sea sparkled, making the coral visible up close. I struggled to keep up with the SUP until I got the hang of it, but since it was early in the morning, there were few people around, and I was able to jump into the sea and enjoy a refreshing time.

I had a hard time finding a turtle while snorkeling and thought I might not see one, but I kept swimming. Thanks to the instructor who didn’t give up searching, I was finally able to meet a turtle leisurely eating at the end.

Since I had arranged for transportation, getting around was easy, and I got to hear interesting stories about island life and was recommended some delicious places to eat. I had some anxiety about being back in the sea after a long time, but from start to finish, Ricky's smile encouraged me, and my family was able to have a great time!

天候が変わりやすい9月頭に午前中で終わるSUPとシュノーケリングに参加しました。天気もよく、干潮で海がキラキラと珊瑚が近い距離に見えました。SUPは慣れるまでついてくのに必死だったけど、朝イチだったので人も少なく、海に飛び込んだり気持ちのいい時間を過ごせました。シュノーケリングはなかなか亀さんが見つからず、見れないかなーと思ってましたが、ひたすら泳ぐ泳ぐ。お姉さんが諦めずに探してくれたおかげで最後にのんびり食事中の亀さんに会うことができました。
今回は送迎をお願いしてたので移動も楽に、車内では島の暮らしや、いろんな面白い話を聞かせてもらったり、美味しいお店も教えてもらえました。久しぶりの海に不安があったけど、最初から最後まで担当のリッキーの笑顔に励まされ家族で楽しむことができました！

The weather was nice, and I took a glass-bottom boat ride where I was able to see schools of tropical fish and sea turtles. It was amazing, and I want to go again.

お天気も良く、グラスボートにのりましたが、熱帯魚の群れやウミガメも見る事が出来て最高でした。また、行きたいです

In the morning, I went snorkeling, and in the afternoon, I did mangrove kayaking. The snorkeling was guided kindly by Yume, and I was very satisfied to land on Barasu Island! She was a very beautiful guide! In the afternoon, we went mangrove kayaking! I learned a lot about the nature of Iriomote Island and was able to see the mangroves up close! It was amazing!

午前中はシュノーケル、午後はマングローブカヤックをしました。シュノーケルはユメさんに優しくガイドいただきバラス島にも上陸でき大満足でした！とっても美人なガイドさんでした！
午後はマングローブカヤックでした！西表島の自然のことをたくさん教えていただき、マングローブを間近で見ることができました!最高でした！

Thanks to the polite guidance of the staff, I was able to enjoy both canoeing and snorkeling for a whole day, even as a beginner! I highly recommend it!

ガイドな方々の丁寧な案内で、カヌー・シュノーケリング共に初心者でしたが1日楽しめました！おすすめです！

At first, I was wondering what it would be like, but I was able to find coconut crabs, as well as hermit crabs and frogs, and the starry sky was beautiful. I was satisfied to have participated in the tour.

初めは、どうなるのかと思っていましたが、ヤシガニも見つける事ができましたし、ヤドカリやカエル等も、見つける事ができ、なおかつ　星空もキレイでした。ツアーに参加させて頂き　満足でした

I was able to experience a town that felt like stepping into a drama. Sitting on the engawa was relaxing. It was fun.

まるでドラマの中に入り込んだ様な街並みを体験できました。
縁側に座ってみてまったり。
楽しかったです。

I participated in the tour because it allowed me to visit places I wanted to go, like the Churaumi Aquarium and American Village. I think being able to visit various locations in one day is a unique advantage of a bus tour. I was also moved by the beautiful scenery when crossing the bridge to Kouri Island. The guide, Kim, and the driver were both kind and attentive, making for a fun and enjoyable day. Thank you very much.

美ら海水族館、アメリカンビレッジ、行きたかったところを回れるので参加しました。
一日でいろいろ行けるのは、バスツアーならではと思います。また、古宇利島までの橋を渡るときの綺麗な景色には感動しました。
ガイドのキムさんも運転手の方も、親切
丁寧で楽しい一日を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。

I was disappointed that the lunch at Yufu Island wasn't very tasty. I wanted to try Okinawan dishes like Goya Champuru or Yaeyama Soba.

由布島での昼飯があんまり美味しくなかったのが残念でした。
ゴーヤチャンプルか八重山そば等の沖縄ならではのメニューを食べたかったです。

We were able to go deep into the mangroves, which you can't experience with a canoe. The staff were very kind and it was a lot of fun.

カヌーでは体験できないようなマングローブの奥まで行くことができました。。親切に対応してくださってとても楽しかったです。

I always book options through Veltra, and while there were several tour companies on-site, the content seemed to be the same. In that case, it's definitely reassuring to book with the trusted Veltra.
This tour felt like time stood still. Being away from the hustle and bustle of the city really refreshes the mind. The meals were satisfying as well. The grandmother at the ice cream shop was very kind and gave me star sand. I would love to go back and relax again someday.

いつもベルトラさんでオプションを申し込みますが、現地でもいくつかのツアー会社がありましたが、中身は同じようです。ならばやはり信頼のベルトラさんで予約が安心ですね。
このツアーは、時間が止まったような感覚でした。現地の様子は都会の喧騒からはなれてね心がリフレッシュします。食事も満足。アイスクリーム屋のおばあがとても親切で、星の砂をいただきました。いつか、またのんびりしに行きたいです。

A great tour that takes you to the places you want to go. I rode a water buffalo cart on Yufu Island and Taketomi Island, enjoyed the sanshin and island songs. It was a bit hot, but it was very relaxing.

行きたかったところに行けるいいツアー。由布島と竹富島でも水牛車に乗って三線と島唄、ちょっと暑かったけど癒されてました。

I was able to see the coconut crab that you found before the gathering! The poses for the photos were also specified accurately, and I had a great time in a fun atmosphere. The location for the starry sky was stunning, and I think it was a very fulfilling experience as you took several photos where both the stars and my face looked beautiful. Thank you for also sharing information about tourist spots; it was very helpful. Thank you!

集合前にヤシガニを見つけてくださっていて、見ることが出来ました！写真のポーズの指定も的確で楽しい雰囲気の中で過ごすことが出来ました。星空もすごく綺麗に見える場所で撮影してくださり、できた写真も星が綺麗に見えるものと顔まで綺麗に見えるものの何パターンか撮って下さりとても充実した体験だったと思います。観光地まで教えて下さり、助かりました。ありがとうございました！

I experienced stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling. Both were taught with great care, and they explained a lot about Ishigaki Island during the experience, which was really fun! They also shared many recommendations for delicious restaurants and must-visit places that are unique to the area.

If I come back to Ishigaki Island, I definitely want to experience this again.

サップとシュノーケリングを体験しました。
どちらも丁寧に教えてくださって、体験中もたくさん石垣島のことを説明してくれてすごく楽しかったです！
体験以外にも、美味しいお店とか行った方がいい場所とか、地元ならではのこともたくさんおしえてくれました。

また石垣島に来たら、ぜひここで体験したいです。

Choosing the Valley of Gangala was the right decision. I was able to touch on history and learn, which was moving. The guide who explained the Valley of Gangala was very easy to understand and had a fun way of explaining things. That guide left a strong impression on me, and I want to visit again. I had a very enjoyable time.

ガンガラーの谷を選んで正解でした。
歴史に触れられ学習出来たし感激しました。特にガンガラーの谷を説明してくださった
ガイドさんがとても分かりやすく、又楽しく説明が上手でした。
そのガイドさんが印象的で又行ってみたいと思うほどです。とても楽しく過ごせました。

We got to see a really big coconut crab, and the kids were super excited. They said it was the "most fun" part of our trip to Ishigaki Island!

本当に大きなヤシガニに会えて、子供たちは大興奮でした。
石垣島旅行の中で「いちばん楽しかった」と言っていました！

The guide was cheerful, and we had a great time throughout. A fellow tour member found a coconut crab, which excited the kids. It was nice to see the starry sky when the clouds cleared a bit.

明るいガイドさんで、終始楽しかったです。同じツアーの方が、ヤシガニを見つけてくださり、子どもが興奮していました。
雲が少しきれたタイミングで星空も見られてよかったです。

I appreciated the notification about the change of location due to strong winds a day in advance. It was also enjoyable that the school for small children provided gentle support.

強風のためスポットが変更になることを、前日にご連絡いただき、ありがたかったです。
小さい子ども学校も優しくフォローいただき楽しかったです。

I was able to go to Barasu Island, which I had wanted to visit for a long time, and I was deeply moved! Initially, the plan was to land by boat, but I received a call the day before saying that due to the tides, we couldn't land by boat and had to choose between snorkeling to get there or giving up on Barasu Island and going to Yufu Island instead (there was originally a note about the possibility of changing the tour).

Since I have children and had never been to a place where I couldn't touch the bottom, I was anxious about snorkeling, but our guide, Toshi, kindly explained everything over the phone, which I really appreciated. In the end, I was glad I chose snorkeling. I got to see a lot of fish in the beautiful sea, and I was able to go to Barasu Island as well.

The mangrove canoeing was also fun, as we could all ride together as a family of five, and it felt like an adventure. I would like to join Toshi's tour again next time!

ずっと行きたかったバラス島に行くことができ、感動しました！
当初は船で上陸するプランでしたが、前日に電話があり潮の関係で船では上陸できず途中からシュノーケリングで向かうか、バラス島は諦めて由布島に行くか選んでくださいとのことでした（ツアー変更の可能性については元々記載がありました）
子供もおり、足がつかない所に行ったことがなかった為シュノーケリングに不安がありましたがガイドのトッシーが電話で丁寧に説明してくださりありがたかったです。結果、シュノーケリングを選んで良かったです。綺麗な海で魚をたくさん見られたし、バラス島にも行くことができました。
マングローブカヌーも、夫婦と子供３人乗りができ、冒険のようで楽しかったです。
次また行く際にもトッシーのツアーで参加したいと思います！

I previously went snorkeling in Onna Village and didn't enjoy it much, but this time there were plenty of fish, and I was able to snorkel freely and have fun! There were so many fish that I felt a bit of ocean phobia, but I think I overcame it! For those who are unsure about swimming, you can hold onto the float that the guide has, so I think you'll be able to enjoy it! You can also take a lot of photos while doing SUP, so I believe you'll be satisfied! With the free time, you can go quite far and relax, so I highly recommend it!

以前恩納村でシュノーケリングしてあまりハマらなかったのですが、今回は魚がいっぱいいて比較的自由に楽しくシュノーケリングさせて頂きました！魚がたくさんいて楽しかったので若干海洋恐怖症でしたが克服できた気がします！泳ぎが不安な方はガイドの方が持ってる浮き輪に掴まって泳げるので楽しめると思います！SUPも写真をたくさん撮って貰えるので満足できると思います！自由な時間で結構遠くまで行けたりのんびりできるのでオススメです！

It was better than I expected. The ferry from Ishigaki Island was not fully booked, so I could sit comfortably. The mangrove boat tour, water buffalo cart, and the shuttle bus in between were all accompanied by guides who provided interesting commentary, making the journey enjoyable. The water buffalo cart, in particular, travels between Yubu Island, enhancing the experience with a lot of local charm. The lunch was also satisfactory in both quantity and quality.

予想より良かったです。
石垣島からの行き帰りの船は満席にならずゆったり座れる。
マングローブ遊覧船、水牛車、その間の移動バスなど各々の添乗員さんがしっかりお話ししてくれるので道中飽きない。
特に水牛車は三線を引き立つ由布島を往来するので情緒たっぷり。
お昼ご飯もそれなりな量と質で満足。