All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I was disappointed that it wasn't SUP, but I was allowed to freely operate the canoe at my own pace. I apologize for any inconvenience, but I really enjoyed it. Thank you, Macchan!

SUPじゃなかったのは残念でしたが、客のペースに合わせて自由にカヌーを操作させてくれました。ご迷惑をおかけしましたが、本当に楽しめました。まっちゃんさんありがとうございました！

Just the two of us, my son and I. Since I was anxious about driving a rental car myself, I looked for a bus tour and chose this course because I wanted to visit various places. There were many tourists from overseas participating as well, but no one spoke loudly on the bus, allowing us to relax in a quiet atmosphere. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

息子と2人。レンタカーで自分で運転するのも不安だったためバスツアーを探し、色々回りたかった私はこのコースを選びました。
海外からの観光客の方もたくさん参加していらっしゃいましたが、バスの中で大きな声で話すこともなく、静かな車内でゆったり出来ました。
いい思い出になりました。
ありがとうございました。

I participated in a mangrove canoe tour on Iriomote Island. The river was very calm, and the time spent slowly moving through the mangrove forest was truly an extraordinary experience.

It started to rain along the way, but the mangrove forest sheltered us from the rain more than I expected, so it wasn't too bothersome. In fact, the scenery of the greenery and the water surface wet from the rain was very enchanting, creating a special atmosphere that was different from sunny days. The sound of rain echoing in the quiet forest was truly a luxurious experience.

The guide was also attentive and reassuring, and the explanations about nature and wildlife were enjoyable, allowing us to connect more deeply with Iriomote Island. This is a highly recommended experience that can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. If you visit Iriomote Island, I definitely encourage you to join this tour!

西表島でマングローブカヌーツアーに参加しました。
川はとても穏やかで、マングローブの森の中をゆっくり進む時間はまさに非日常体験でした。

途中で雨が降ってきたのですが、マングローブ林が想像以上に雨をしのいでくれて、あまり気になりませんでした。むしろ雨に濡れた緑や水面の景色がとても幻想的で、晴れの日とはまた違った特別な雰囲気を味わえたのが印象的です。静かな森に雨音が響く時間は本当に贅沢でした。

ガイドさんも丁寧で安心感があり、自然や生き物についての説明も楽しく、より深く西表島を感じることができました。
天候に関係なく楽しめる、本当におすすめの体験です。西表島に来たらぜひ参加してほしいツアーです！

This was my third visit to Yufujima, and since I visited in different seasons each time, I was able to enjoy exploring the island. There are also beachside cafes on the island, so you can spend a relaxing time there.

今回で3回目の由布島観光でしたが、それぞれ訪れた季節が違うため楽しく島内を見ることが出来ました。島内のには浜辺のカフェもあるのでゆったりした時間を過ごすことが出来ます。

My first time on Iriomote Island.

The experience of seeing the mangroves by canoe is something that's difficult to do on your own, so I definitely recommend this tour. The guide was entertaining and shared a lot of interesting information about the history, nature, and knowledge of the mangroves of Iriomote. Additionally, they provided clear instructions for canoeing, making it safe for beginners. At the end, they showed us small crabs that filled the beach, which was very satisfying. You will get wet, but on the way back, you can stop by the office to take a shower.

If you're going to Iriomote Island, I highly recommend the canoe mangrove tour!

はじめての西表島。
マングローブをカヌーで観に行く経験は、個人では難しい体験なので、是非、こちらのツアーおすすめします。ガイドのお兄さんの話も面白い。西表の歴史、自然、マングローブの知識満載です。さらに、初めてのカヌーもわかりやすく教えてくださるので、安全です。最後は、浜を埋め尽くすような小さな蟹たちもみせてくれて、大満足でした。濡れますが、帰りは、事務所によって、シャワーを浴びられます。
西表島に行く際には、是非、カヌーマングローブツアーおすすめします❗️

I participated in February, and the weather was cloudy and very cold. The other participants were dressed lightly and looked very cold. It rained during the mangrove tour, but it was still quite nice. For lunch, I thought it would have been better if there were more varieties of dessert.

2月に参加し、天気が曇り空、とても寒い日で、他の参加者さんは薄着でとても寒そうでした。ただマングローブ見学の時雨が降ってたけどそれなりに良かったです。ランチはデザートがもっと種類があればいいかなと思いました。

The pre-tour guidance was well understood, and we were able to tour efficiently without any unnecessary waiting time. Each guide provided appropriate and interesting introductions to the landmarks. One disappointing aspect was that we couldn't fully enjoy the tidal flats due to the high tide. Next time, I would like to visit during low tide. Thank you very much.

事前のガイダンスもよく理解でき、無駄な待ち時間もなく効率的に周遊できました。各ガイド案内も適切かつ面白く名所等を紹介していただきました。一つ残念なことは満潮と重なったため干潟を十分に楽しめませんでした。今度は干潮時に訪れたいと思います。ありがとうございました。

It was a rainy day, but I was able to see the powerful waterfall with a lot of water right in front of me. The attendant was polite and kind, teaching me various things, which made for a fun trip, and I am grateful for that.

雨天決行でしたが水量の多い迫力ある滝を目の前で見ることができました。アテンドの方も丁寧で優しく色々なことを教えていただき楽しい旅行となり感謝してます。

An extraordinary night experience. The scale of the starry sky was simply amazing, and I was also moved by the creatures I discovered deep in the jungle. The flow was well-organized, which made me feel at ease.

非日常すぎるナイト体験　星空のスケール感がとにかくすごく、ジャングルの奥で見つけた生き物にも感動しました。流れが整っていて安心でした。

It was a bit cloudy, but the blue of the water was even more beautiful than I imagined! The guide provided calm instructions, which made me feel safe while swimming. The photos turned out great, and I was really excited!

少し曇っていたけど、水中の青さが想像以上にきれいだった！　ガイドさんが落ち着いた声で案内してくれて、安心して泳げた。写真もバッチリでテンション上がった！

I felt a close connection to nature, experiencing the presence of living creatures up close while also enjoying the vastness of the starry sky. The smooth progression of the experience was impressive.

自然との距離が近いと感じた　生き物の存在を間近に感じ、星空の広がりも同時に楽しめました。無理のない進行が印象的でした。

I was moved by the mystical scenery of the Blue Cave! The guide provided detailed support, so I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The snorkeling experience was also very satisfying!

青の洞窟の神秘的な光景に感動しました！ガイドさんが細かくサポートしてくれたので、安心して楽しめました。シュノーケリングも大満足の体験でした！

I traveled between Yubu Island and Iriomote Island and rode a water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island. The water buffalo were adorable and it was the best experience.

Also, while moving around Iriomote Island by bus, the driver was entertaining and had a clear voice, making it a great experience as well.

由布島と西表島の間の移動と竹富島内で水牛車に乗りました。水牛も可愛らしく最高でした。
また西表島内はバスでの移動でしたが、その際の運転手の方が話も面白く声も聞きやすく最高でした。

The weather was nice, and the mangrove tour and water buffalo cart experience became great memories. I rented a bicycle on Taketomi Island, but I felt a bit unsatisfied.

天気も良くマングローブ遊覧、水牛車体験と良い思い出になりました。竹富島はレンタサイクルを借りましたが、少し物足りなさを感じました。

Although we couldn't go snorkeling at Barasu Island due to strong winds, the alternative option of canyoning was a lot of fun! There was certainly some fear when jumping in, but I was able to enjoy it while chatting and laughing with the guides and other participants! The mangroves were filled with the scent of nature, providing an extraordinary experience that became an unforgettable memory. One request I would appreciate is if those going to Yufu Island in the afternoon could be transported in a separate vehicle from those doing canyoning, as this would eliminate the waiting time for the shower for those heading to Yufu Island.

強風でバラス島でのシュノーケルは叶いませんでしたが、代替案のキャニオニングがとても楽しかったです！飛び込む時の怖さはもちろんありましたが、ガイドさんや参加者の方々とわいわいしながらでしたので楽しむことができました！マングローブの中は自然の匂いでいっぱいで非日常体験をすることができ、一生忘れられない思い出となりました。ひとつお願いできれば嬉しいのは、午後に由布島へ行く方とキャニオニングをする方で別の車で行動させていただけると由布島に行く方のシャワーを待つ時間がなくなるのでありがたいです。

The guide and the driver were both kind and it was fun! I was debating whether to rent a car, but I'm glad I went with the tour. Also, I wish we could have had soba for lunch. Please consider this for the future.

ガイドさんも運転手さんも親切で楽しかったです！
レンタカーか悩んだのですが、ツアーでよかったです。あとは、お昼はそばがよかったなぁ。今後ご検討ください。

When I applied, I was expecting a sky full of stars, but on the day of the event, it was cloudy and I couldn't see any stars, so it turned into a jungle exploration. I ventured into unmarked areas, and as a man over 60, I returned to my childhood, immersing myself in searching for creatures in tree holes and grass. I was delighted to encounter a natural monument, the coconut crab, which I will probably never see again in my lifetime.

申し込んだ時は満天の星空を期待したが、当日は曇り星はまったくみれずジャングル探検となった
道なきところへ潜り込み60過ぎたオッさんが童心に戻り木の穴や草むらを無心に生き物探しに没頭した。もう一生見ることのない天然記念物のヤシガニなどに出会え楽しかった。

It was a night tour in the light rain, but it felt like a treasure hunt and was very enjoyable. The guide's deep care for the creatures really came through, and it made me feel warm and fuzzy inside. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the starry sky, but it was a valuable experience. Thank you!

小雨の降るなかのナイトツアーでしたが、宝探しをしているようでとても楽しかったです。ガイドさんの生き物を大事に思っている気待ちが凄く伝わってきて、ホッコリした気分になりました。
残念ながら、星空は見えませんでしたが貴重な体験をさせていただきました。
ありがとうございます

I participated in the tour in the afternoon. I was looking forward to seeing a mother and child pair, as they had been spotted in the morning tour, but we couldn't find them at that location. We moved to another spot, and although it took a while, it seemed there was a pair of whales. Everyone moved to the front of the boat and waited for a while until we spotted them surfacing in the distance. We saw their tails, but then they dove back down, and we waited for about 20 to 30 minutes. During the second sighting, we were able to see them again, but they were still quite far away, just enough to confirm their presence.

Since they are wild animals, I believe it's all about luck regarding when, where, and how close you can see them. I asked the staff if they had seen them up close this year, and they said there had been a few occasions. While we did get to see them, I think it's better to manage expectations about the distance at which you might see them.

I realized that nature isn't as forgiving as one might think when actually participating in the tour.

I appreciated the staff's considerable efforts to ensure that the customers could see the whales.

午後便でツアーに参加しました。
午前便では親子が見れたとの事で期待していましたが、その場所では見つけられず別の場所に移動、次の場所でもなかなか見つけられないでいましたがペアのクジラがいたみたいで皆んなで船の前に移動してしばらく待ち続けていたら遠くで息継ぎの姿発見、尻尾が見えたのでまた潜ってしまい、そのまま2〜30分そのまま待機、2度目の発見で見る事ができましたがまた遠くている事が確認できる程度でした。
相手は自然の生き物なのでいつどこでどの位の距離で見れるかは運だと思います。
スタッフに今年近くで見れた事あるか聞いたけど数回ありましたよ、との事。
確かに見る事はできましたが思い描く距離では見れないと思っていた方が良いと思います。

それほど自然界は甘くないと思うのが実際参加して思いました。

スタッフの方はお客さんに見てもらうためにかなりの努力はしていると思うので感謝しました。

I was a bit worried about seeing wildlife during the winter participation, but the result was very satisfying! The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks to their introduction of easy-to-find points in the darkness of the night, we were able to spot many creatures.

During the transportation, we enjoyed lively conversations about the island, feeling a warm hospitality that went beyond just an observation tour. This is truly a recommended tour that allows you to rediscover the charm of Iriomote Island in winter. Thank you for a wonderful night, guide!

冬の参加ということで、生き物が見られるか少し心配していましたが、結果は大満足でした！ガイドさんがとてもフレンドリーで知識が豊富。夜の暗闇の中、見つけやすいポイントを紹介していただけたおかげでいくつも生き物を見つけることができました。

送迎中も島のお話で盛り上がり、ただの観察ツアー以上の温かいおもてなしを感じました。冬の西表島の魅力を再発見できる、本当におすすめのツアーです。ガイドさん、素敵な夜をありがとうございました！

I went to Yubu Island by water buffalo cart. The buffaloes were so cute. On the way there, an older man played the shamisen and sang, and on the way back, a woman did the same. Taketomi Island was free to explore. I rode an electric assist bicycle and enjoyed the view of the sea. We went to a café and had lychee juice and guava juice. The café was run by a French woman. I took pictures with the buffaloes on Yubu Island, and I got some really nice photos. On Iriomote Island, we saw a lot of mangroves from a cruise ship.

水牛車で由布島に行きました。牛さんが可愛いね。行きはおじさん、帰りは女性が三味線と歌を聴きました。竹富島はフリーでした。電動アシスト自転車に乗り海を見ました。カフェに行き、ライチジュースとグアバジュースを飲みました。カフェはフランス🇫🇷人の奥様がいましたね。由布島で牛さんと写真撮りました。とても良い写真が撮れました。西表島はクルーズ船でマングローブを沢山見ました。

There was a moment when time seemed to stand still. The tranquility of looking up at the starry sky was striking, and I felt the depth of the jungle even more. The calm support was reassuring.

時間が止まったように感じた瞬間があった　星空を見上げたときの静けさが印象的で、ジャングルの奥行きも深く感じました。落ち着いたサポートが心強かったです。

I was surprised by the clarity beyond my imagination! The blue glow I saw underwater was truly beautiful. The guide said, "It's shining the most beautifully right now!" and I was able to take pictures at the best timing!

想像以上の透明度でびっくり！　水中で見る青の輝きが本当に美しかった。ガイドさんが「今が一番きれいに光ってます！」って声をかけてくれて、ベストタイミングで撮影できた！

About 80% of the participants were foreigners. As a result, it was noisy, the scent of perfume was strong, and there were requests to sit in the front seats. The young guide seemed to be used to it, but it looked challenging for them. There was also a guide who was not Japanese, speaking in both English and Japanese, but they spoke so quickly that I couldn't really understand what they were saying. However, their effort was definitely conveyed.

However, if you are going with parents or elderly people, I think a tour with only Japanese participants on a Japanese-speaking bus would be better. The content of the tour was well-organized and efficient.

8割外国人でした。なので、うるさい、香水の匂いがきつい、前の席に座りたい、だの、若いガイドさんも慣れてはいたのでしょうが大変そうでした。また日本人ではないガイドさんが英語と日本語ではなしてくれるのですが、早口で何を言っているのかよく分からなかったです。でも一生懸命さだけは伝わりました。
しかし、親や高齢者と行くなら、日本人のみのバスで日本語のツアーのほうがいいかなと思いました。ツアーの内容は効率よく回れてよかったです。

It was a tour that allowed us to fully experience the night in Iriomote Island. We gathered at Uehara Port, and it was a relief to be taken to our destination by car without any worries. The darkness unique to the coastline of Iriomote Island was present, and although it was cloudy, the stars were beautifully visible. The guide's jungle experience was overwhelming, and they provided detailed information about the photogenic plants and animals. We were able to observe coconut crabs, frogs, and glowing scorpions in the jungle, and all the participants were very excited. It was an experience that you can't normally have, making it a tour where we could feel the extraordinary.

西表島の夜をまるごと味わえるツアーでした。上原港に集合で不安なく目的地まで車で連れて行っていただき助かりました。西表島の海岸ならではの暗さで、曇っていましたが星も綺麗に見えました。ガイドさんのジャングル体験は圧感で、写真映えする動植物達に関しても詳しく教えてくれました。ジャングルの中でヤシガニやカエル、光るサソリなどを観察でき、参加者は皆んな大興奮していました。普段は体験できない体験がそこにはあり、非日常を感じられるツアーとなりました。

The captain and the crew worked hard to find the whales. Thank you very much. The cruising experience was also fantastic.

船長さんをはじめクルーのみなさんが懸命にクジラを探してくれました。ありがとうございました。
クルージングも最高でした。

Since we were traveling with members who couldn't drive, it was very helpful to have someone take us around the main spots in Ishigaki Island (Mikazuki Lighthouse, limestone caves, and Kabira Bay) in just three hours. The driver was also very kind, and we got to hear interesting stories about Ishigaki Island, including one about coconut crabs. I didn't have high expectations for Mikazuki Lighthouse, but I really enjoyed the mini-hike there, and personally, it was the most fun part of the trip.

車を運転できないメンバーでの旅行だったので、石垣島の主要スポット(御神崎灯台、鍾乳洞、川平湾)を3時間でまわってもらえて、とても助かりました。
運転手さんも大変優しい方で、ヤシガニのお話など、興味深い石垣島のお話が聞けました。
御神崎灯台はさほど期待していなかったのですが、ミニハイキングが楽しめて、個人的には1番楽しかったです。

I had an amazing experience at both Yufuin Island and the mangroves (canoeing)! At Yufuin Island, I was able to enjoy the unique atmosphere that you can't find in the city while being gently rocked by the water buffalo in a relaxed setting. The mangroves offered a sense of adventure in nature that was truly enjoyable! I was a bit anxious about operating the canoe, but the staff provided such careful support that I had no problems at all. The staff members were consistently very kind, and I am grateful for that. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is unsure!

由布島とマングローブ（カヌー）、どちらも最高の体験をすることができました！
由布島には水牛に揺られ、ゆったりとした時間の中で都会には無い空気を味わうことができました。
マングローブでは、大自然の冒険感覚で堪能できました！
カヌーの操作は不安でしたが、とても丁寧にサポートいただき全く問題ありませんでした。
スタッフの方々は終始とても親切で感謝です。
迷っとる方にはぜひおすすめしたいツアーでした！

It was my first time canoeing, and I was initially anxious, but I was able to enjoy canoeing safely. I was relieved that I didn't capsize, haha.

Although it was cloudy, the mangroves were enchanting, and I was able to fully enjoy nature! I would love to experience mangrove canoeing again when it's sunny!

初めてのカヌーで、最初は不安でしたが、安全にカヌーを楽しむことができました。転覆しなくてホッとしました笑
曇ってはいましたが、マングローブは幻想的で、自然を満喫することができました！
また晴れているときにもマングローブカヌーを楽しみたいと思いました！

It was raining heavily, but that added to the charm, and it was great. You can rent bicycles if you pay, and they sell rain gear too, so there were no problems at all!

大雨だったけど、それもまた味が出ていて、良かった、自転車もお金払えば借りれるし、雨具も売ってるし、何も問題ナッシんギュー！