All Reviews for Okinawa Outdoor Activities

My first trip to Ishigaki Island. A three-night stay from December 29 to January 1. I was a bit worried it might be cold since it's winter, but I wanted to enjoy a resort-like experience, so I made a reservation. On the day of the tour, we had an unusually clear day for winter! The temperature was around 24 degrees! Choosing this tour was definitely the right decision! ♫

It was my first time snorkeling, and I struggled a bit to swim well, but I felt very satisfied as I could swim freely while ensuring safety! I even encountered a sea turtle, which made me realize the charm of snorkeling!＼(^o^)／

The afternoon canoeing and trekking were a bit tough for us since we usually don't exercise much, but it was a great experience to fully enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island! The staff's appropriate distance and consideration were wonderful, and they took photos during the canoeing and sent them to us, which was a lovely service! ♡ It became a very nice memory! Thank you very much.

I participated with my boyfriend this time, but I hope to join again someday with our future children! ♫

初めての石垣島。12月29日〜1月1日までの3泊旅行。冬だから寒いのかなと若干不安に思いながらもせっかくだしリゾートっぽいことがしたい！と予約。当日は、冬では珍しいくらいの快晴！気温は24度くらい！このツアーを選んで大正解でした♫

シュノーケリングは人生初めてでなかなかうまく泳げませんでしたが、ちゃんと安全に配慮していただきながらも自由に泳げてとても満足できました！今回の目玉の海ガメにも遭遇できて、シュノーケリングの魅力に気づけました＼(^o^)／

午後のカヌー&トレッキングは普段運動不足なわたしたちにはちょっと辛かったですが西表島の自然をたくさん満喫できていい体験になりました！
スタッフさんの適度な距離や気遣いが素晴らしく、カヌー中などに写真を撮ってくれて送ってくれたりとサービスがすてきでした♡とてもいい思い出になりましたっ！ありがとうございました。

今回は彼氏と2人で参加でしたがいつか子供ができたら一緒にまた参加したいなと思えるツアーでした♫

I was imagining stars falling, but unfortunately, it was a cloudy sky.
However, I was able to see some very beautiful stars through the gaps in the clouds.
The explanation was easy to understand, and it was a very valuable experience.
I would like to try again on a clear day.

降る様な星をイメージしてましたがあいにくの曇り空。
でも雲の合間からとてもきれいな星を見ることができました。
説明もわかりやすくとても貴重な体験がでした。
晴れた日にもう一度チャレンジしたいです。

The atmosphere was already enchanting as I walked along the path guided by the soft light placed on the ground, contrasting with the tall plants. I was able to comfortably gaze at the stars without straining my neck in the reclining chair. As promised, I could clearly recognize the colors of the stars through the binoculars, and I would love to participate again in another season to see different stars. Thank you very much.

背の高い植物と対照的に地面に置かれた淡い光に誘導される道を歩く時点ですでに幻想的な雰囲気。リクライニング・チェアで首が痛くなることもなく、気持ちよく星を眺めることができました。また、説明通り、双眼鏡で見せていただいた星の色もハッキリ認識する事ができ、別の星が見れるほかの季節にもまた参加したいと思います。どうもありがとうございました。

If you think Okinawa only has marine sports, I encourage you to experience this hidden gem tour. I absolutely love Okinawa and have traveled there several times with my husband, enjoying activities like snorkeling, diving, and surfing. While I do love marine sports, I was looking for something fresh when I discovered this tour.

The meeting point is in Nago City, about a 40-minute drive from Onna Village. Although it was a bit of a distance, the early morning drive was refreshing (there seems to be a shuttle service from designated hotels as well).

After arriving at the destination, we geared up with trekking equipment like carabiners and set off! We walked along unpaved mountain paths, but with the instructor's explanations, it never felt tough. On the way, we climbed a rock face about 3 meters high and swam across a river (which was deep enough that our feet couldn't touch the bottom!). For us, who had just been lounging in the "hot water" of the hotel pool the day before, it turned out to be quite a challenging experience.

Then we arrived at the main attraction, a 10-meter-high waterfall! The instructor prepared the zip slide, and we took turns jumping in!

It was incredibly exhilarating! The rope wasn't taut but elastic, which added to the thrill! I also experienced the zip slider at the Sheraton on the same day, but it was completely different.

On the way back, we retraced our steps, jumping off the 3-meter cliff we had climbed earlier and experiencing a natural waterslide. It was just as packed with excitement as the outbound journey. I was quite exhausted, but the instructor was always attentive and encouraging.

~Recommended Points~
〇 They introduce you to places you would never reach on your own.
〇 You can fully enjoy the great outdoors (diving off cliffs is a rare experience!).
〇 The instructor is kind (knowledgeable and well-prepared for safety).

It's like an "adult version" of Goonies, a big adventure! This tour allows you to relive the thrill of childhood obstacle courses as an adult. I had a fantastic time, thank you!

沖縄ってマリンスポーツしかないんでしょ？。。という偏見（？）を持っている人にこそ体験してほしい秘境ツアー。
私、沖縄は大好きで何度か夫婦旅行をしており、シュノーケルやダイビング、サーフィンなどマリンスポーツは体験済です。
もちろんマリンスポーツも大好きなのですが何か新鮮味が。。と思っていたときに発見しました。

集合場所は恩納村から車で40分ほどの名護市。
若干距離はありましたが早起きしての「ドライブ」、気持ちいいですよ（指定ホテルからの送迎もあるようです）

目的地へ到着後はカラビナなどトレッキング装備一式を身に付け出発！
もちろん舗装はされていない山道を歩くのですがインストラクターさんの解説付なのでツライという感じは全くしません。
往路では高さ３ｍほどの岩場を登ったり、川を泳いだり（しかも足がつかないほど深い！）、、
前日まで”ぬるま湯”ならぬ”ホテルのプール”でリゾート気分真っ最中の私たちにとっては意外とハードなものでした。

そして本ツアーのメインである高さ10mの滝へ到着！
インストラクターさんがジップスライドの準備をしてくださり順番にジャンプ！

とにかく爽快ですよ！ロープがピン！と張っているものではなく伸縮するものなのでドキドキします！同日にシェラトンのジップスライダーを体験したのですが全く別モノです。笑

復路は来た道を戻るのですが、
先ほど登った3mの崖からジャンプしたり自然のウォータースライダーを体験したりと
往路に負けないくらい内容の濃いものでした。
かなりヘトヘトになりましたがいつもインストラクターさんが気に掛けてくださり励ましてくれます。

～オススメポイント～
〇自分たちでは絶対行けないような奥地を紹介してもらえる
〇大自然を満喫できる（崖からダイブする経験、なかなかないですよ！）
〇インストラクターさんが親切（知識が豊富で安全対策もばっちりです）

”大人版”Goonies みたいな大冒険！
幼少期にビビりながらアスレチックに乗った感覚を大人になって再体験できるツアーです。
とても楽しかったです、ありがとうございました。

I was relieved to see that there were others participating alone as well!

It became a fun memory!

Thank you very much!

１人参加の方が他にもいらっしゃったので
安心しました‼

楽しい思い出になりました！

ありがとうございました‼

We participated as two women.

I had been trekking several times before, but it was my first experience with shower climbing and zip-lining.

At first, I had some anxiety, but the guide who accompanied us was very knowledgeable and experienced, which made me feel quite at ease to leave it to them!

They were very easy to talk to and taught us many things!

The zip-line was not a pre-set one; the guide went to the spot and set it up. I was impressed by their skill!

If there hadn't been a time limit, I would have liked to do the zip-line one more time, but I was extremely satisfied with the various experiences and the opportunity to connect with the nature of Yanbaru!

If I have the chance to go again, I would love to do it! ^^

女性二人で参加させていただきました。

何度かトレッキングには行ったことはあったのですがシャワークライミングとジップは初めてでした。

最初は多少の不安がありましたがついてくれたガイドさんが知識と経験が豊富な方でかなり安心してお任せすることができました！！

とても話しやすく、いろんなことを教えて下さいました！

ジップも備え付けのものではなく、ガイドさんがその場に行ってセッティング。
その手際のよさに感動しました！

時間の制限がなければもう一回くらいジップスライドしたかったですが色々な体験ができ、やんばるの自然と触れあえて大大大満足でした！

もしまた行く機会があればおねがいしたいです^^

I was amazed by the number of stars.
It was a wonderful time that you can't experience in the city.
The explanation using lasers was interesting and easy to understand; the hour flew by.
Next time, I would like to participate during the new moon.

星の多さに驚きました。
都会では味わえない素敵な時間でした。
レーザーを使った解説も面白くて分かりやすくあっという間の1時間でした。
次は新月の時に参加してみたいです。

It was my first time stargazing. It was a breathtaking view that you definitely can't see in Tokyo. Sitting in a chair and looking at the sky while listening to the guide's stories was very interesting. The stories about stars and the universe were also fascinating. There were many shooting stars as well. Thank you for a wonderful time that felt like being in a planetarium.

始めての星空観察。東京では絶対見られないような、絶景でした。
椅子に座って、空を眺めながら、ガイドさんのお話でとても面白かったです。星の話から宇宙の話もとても面白かったです。流れ星もたくさん流れてました
プラネタリウムにいるような素敵な時間ありがとうございます。

I participated in this tour because I couldn't rent a car while traveling alone. Since it was a weekday, there were few participants, which allowed for a relaxed experience. What I found very good was the freedom to move around almost freely at the destination. As long as you don't miss the meeting time, it's fine. You don't have to match the pace of others. The meals were also luxurious at the resort area.

I was truly satisfied. However, I would be happy if there were a dedicated tour for those who want to spend more time at Daishi Forest Mountain.

1人旅で、レンタカー借りれないので参加しました。平日ともあり、参加人数も少なくのびのびできました。とても良いと思ったのは、現地ではほぼ自由に動ける事。待ち合わせ時間に遅れなければ大丈夫。周りに合わせなくて良いです。食事もリゾート地で豪華でした。
本当に満足できました。
ただ、大石林山にゆっくりしたいので、専用のツアーがあれば嬉しいです

I was really moved by how close the stars were and how many I could see. I got to see the rings of Saturn and my own constellation, which are things I could never see normally. I want to participate again someday. This was my first time experiencing something like this!

星があんなに近く、たくさん見れる事なんてそうそうない事なのですごく感動しました。
土星の輪っか、自分の星座、など普段では絶対見れない星座が見れて、いつかまた参加したいと思いました。こんな経験、初めて〜〜‼️

My first stargazing experience was wonderful. The cute, slightly nervous announcements from the new guide were also very nice. The information about the stars and the universe that I heard for the first time was fascinating, and I was able to see many shooting stars! I did wish that the last five minutes could have been without a guide, allowing for a silent stargazing experience... (ﾟ∀ﾟ) Also, I was mistakenly charged too much for the shuttle bus fare, but I realized it at the end and got a refund. If it weren't for such mistakes, it would have been perfect! ^ ^

初めての星空観測。
新人ガイドさんのかわいらしい緊張気味のアナウンスもとてもよかったです。
初めて聞く星や宇宙のことがおもしろく、流れ星もたくさん見れました！
最後の5分間くらいはガイドもなく、無音で星空観測ができたらなぁ〜とは思いましたが…(ﾟ∀ﾟ)
あと、送迎のバス料金が間違って多く取られてしまいましたが、最後に気づいて返金してもらいました。
そのようなミスが無ければ、満点かなと^ ^

It was a lunch and a packed sightseeing bus tour at the aquarium and JAL Hotel, which are difficult to reach on your own at the northernmost point. Traveling is better with companions... I made friends with a Japanese wife and some Chinese people, and we enjoyed it together.
I would like to ride again. Thank you very much.

自分では行きにくい最北端、水族館、JALホテルのでランチと盛りだくさんの観光バスツアーでした。旅は道連れ、、、日本人の奥様と中国人の方々と仲良くなり、一緒に楽しみました。
また乗ってみたいです。ありがとうございました。

I could see a lot of stars up close, and it was the best time. The explanations were very easy to understand, which was great. I was very satisfied.

Participating in the tour with transportation included made it convenient.

星が まじかに沢山見えて 最高の時間でした
説明も大変分かりやすく良かった。大満足でした

ツアーに参加して 送迎もついており
楽でした

Very safe and enjoyable activity. The coaches controlled the paraglide so that we three sisters can say hi on the sky.

The day was sunny, but it became cloudy as the night approached, and as the tour started, the stars gradually became less visible. It was disappointing since the tour was mainly about the stars. I think it would be a great tour if the stars were clearly visible.

当日は晴れてたのですが夜にかけて曇りだし、ツアーが始まるとだんだん星が見えなくなってしまいました。
星がメインのツアーだけに残念でした。
綺麗に星が見えたら、とてもいいツアーだと思います。

The world of celestial bodies is profound. It was clear that the person explaining really loves stars and the universe. I learned so much and now I want to see stars from different seasons. My 9-year-old daughter seems to be interested as well. August 28 corresponds to the 7th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar, and I saw the Milky Way along with Orihime and Hikoboshi for the first time in my life. Next time, I want to see the Southern Cross.

天体の世界は、奥深い。説明して頂いた方が本当に星と言うか宇宙が好きなんだって伝わってきました。こちらも知らないことばかりで…違う季節の星も見たくなりました。9歳の娘も興味を持ったようです。8/28は、旧暦の7/7に当たるそうで…生まれて初めて天の川と織姫、彦星を見ました。
次回は南十字座を見たいです。

I experienced my second starry night in my life. The first was during my teenage years at the ruins of Nanao Castle in Hokuriku. This time, I was overwhelmed by countless stars and the Milky Way stretching across the sky. I saw seven shooting stars! I couldn't make my wishes in time. The starry sky in Ishigaki Island is absolutely amazing! I hope to have another opportunity.

人生で二度目の星降る夜を体験しました、一度目は10代の頃に行った北陸七尾城跡の夜空、今回は無数の星と天空に広がる天の川に圧倒されました、流れ星は７個！願い事は間に合わないね〜石垣島の星空は、最高に素晴らしい！もう一度、機会があれば。

Cape Hedo, the northernmost point, was dynamic and absolutely wonderful. At the Oishi Forest, I was moved to find an Okinawa lizard, feeling the beauty of nature. Although it's hot and I tend to think of marine sports as the main activity, I highly recommend trekking while sweating, with the expansive view of the ocean.

最北端の地、辺戸岬はダイナミックで最高に良かったです。大石林山では、オキナワトカゲを見つけて、自然だなぁと感動しました。暑いのでマリンスポーツがメインに考えてしまいますが、汗をかきながらのトレッキング、大きく広がる海の景色はお勧めです。ー

For our family, who originally planned to stay in Ishigaki for just two nights, the first day was canceled due to rain. I was wondering what the next day would be like, but we were able to enjoy stargazing in very good conditions!

My child said that this stargazing tour was the best part of our five-day trip. I was also very satisfied as I was able to see nearly ten shooting stars.

However, there was a very small child (a non-walking baby) present who cried almost the entire time from the beginning to the end.

I was seated away from them, but even so, I couldn't hear the explanations, and the baby must have been anxious in the dark... I felt it would be better to have conditions such as not allowing children under three to participate. I think the people sitting right next to them must have found it quite difficult.

I was disappointed that I couldn't take good photos of the stars, so I would like to try again someday.

石垣に2泊しかしない予定だった私たち家族にとって、
1日目が雨となり中止。翌日はどうなるのか、、、と思っていたら、
とても良い状態での星空浴をすることができました！

子どもも5日間の旅でこの星空ツアーが一番良かったと言っています。
私も流れ星を10個近く見ることができて、大満足です。

ただ、とても小さなお子さん（歩けない赤ちゃん）をお連れの方が
いて、最初からほぼ最後まで泣きどおし、、、

私は席が離れていましたが、それでも説明が聞こえない上に、
赤ちゃんも真っ暗で不安だろうし、、、3歳以下は参加できないなど
条件を付けられた方が良いかと感じました。真横にいらっしゃった方々は
正直たまったもんじゃないと思います。

星空写真が上手く撮れなくて残念だったので、またいつかチャレンジしたいです。

It was my first time seeing such a beautiful Milky Way. There are stars and constellations that can be seen in different seasons, so I would like to see them in another season. The guide was also knowledgeable about the stars, and it was very easy to understand.

あんなに綺麗な天の川を見たのは初めてでした。
季節ごとに見れる星、星座もあるので、季節を変えて見たいです。
ガイドさんも星に詳しい人で、とてもわかりやすかったです。

My first experience with snorkeling and trekking in my life. I was filled with both excitement and anxiety at over 60 years old, but thanks to the staff at Iriomote Island Monsoon, it became one of the best memories of my life. It was truly a fun day with my son and his family. Thank you very much. I may not be able to do trekking anymore, but I would like to try snorkeling again. Thank you.

人生初めてのシュノーケリングにトレッキング。60超えての体験に期待と不安でいっぱいだったのですが、西表島モンスーンのスタッフの方々のお陰で、生涯に残る思い出に残るベスト幾つかの一つになりました。本当に楽しい息子一家との一日になりました。ありがとうございました。トレッキングの方はもうこれからはできないかもしれませんが、シュノーケリングの方は、再チャレンジしてみたいです。ありがとうございました。

Due to the reservation situation, the snorkeling schedule was switched to the day before, but I had a great time participating. The weather was nice, and the view from the top of the waterfall was amazing. It was hot while climbing the mountain, but it felt refreshing when I entered the pool at the base of the waterfall.

予約状況により、前日のシュノーケリングと日程が入れ替わりましたが、とても楽しく参加できました。天気もよく、滝の上からの眺めも最高でした。山を登っているときは、暑いですが、滝壺に入るとひんやりして気持ちいいです。

Balas Island is quite irregularly shaped, and it was unfortunate that it submerged below the water level at high tide, but the selection of snorkeling spots, including a resting place for sea turtles, was excellent. The guide who temporarily handled the canoeing and trekking was wonderful, making it a great memory for the whole family.

バラス島はかなり変形しており満潮時は海面下に沈むのが残念でしたが、海ガメの休憩場所を含むシュノーケリングのポイント選択は最高でした。カヌーとトレッキングについては臨時で担当されたガイドが素晴らしく家族全員にとって良い思い出になりました。

Although it was a last-minute reservation the day before, I was able to participate. The sea was sparkling like jelly, and I saw cute fish and even a sea turtle, albeit just its face. During the canoeing, I was waved off by the fiddler crabs, and I was moved by the unique subtropical trees during the trekking. The staff who guided us answered our questions about living creatures and plants with great care, and I thought their knowledge was wonderful. The other staff members were also very pleasant.

Thank you for creating such fun memories! 😊

前日の急な予約でしたが、参加させていただきました。
西表のゼリーのようにキラキラな海、かわいい魚たち、ウミガメも顔だけでしたが見ることができました。
カヌーではシオマネキたちに見送られ、トレッキングでは亜熱帯独特の木々に感動しました。
引率してくださったスタッフの方は、生き物や植物などに関する質問に丁寧に答えてくれ、知識もすばらしいなと思いました。
他のスタッフの方々もとても感じが良かったです。

楽しい思い出を作っていただき、ありがとうございました(^^)

It was supposed to be a discussion about choosing a location based on the weather that day, but the moonlight made it difficult to see the stars, and there were clouds everywhere! When I returned to my accommodation in Hirakawa, the sky was completely filled with stars, and I was disappointed thinking I shouldn't have spent money and time to go see them. Also, on the day itself, there was no email with location information, and the address provided over the phone for nearby places was completely off. It's a shame.

その日の天候に合わせて場所を決める様な話だった筈なのに、月明かりで星が見難い上に、雲が一面に‼︎ 平川の宿泊先に戻ったら、一面星空になっていて、わざわざお金と時間使って見に行かなければ良かった〜と、がっかりしました。
また、当日になっても場所案内のメールもなく、電話で教えて貰った近隣とされる住所は、まったく見当違いの場所でした。
残念です。

The tour began with a pickup in front of DFS near Omoromachi Station on the Yui Rail. This time, we visited the northern part of the island, which is not typically included in personal travel itineraries.

On the day of the tour, there were only five participants, making it a very small group. However, this allowed for a well-organized and smooth experience.

We were fortunate with the weather, and the views at Cape Hedo and Daichi Forest Park were beautiful. Although we walked and worked up a sweat, we were able to enjoy the sightseeing with a refreshing feeling (though it was quite hot!).

For lunch, we had a buffet at Okuma Private Beach & Resort, which offered a wide variety of fruits and desserts, including cakes. It was satisfying even when including the regular meal.

Next, we visited the Churaumi Aquarium (the last stop was Nago's Okashi Goten). Although I had been there once before, I didn't have time to explore the entire aquarium, so this time I focused on feeding the whale sharks and watching the dolphin show, which I missed last time.

The dolphin show was shorter than I expected, which was a bit disappointing, but the content was enjoyable, and I wished it had lasted longer.

Given its short duration, I felt a bit let down.

If I could wish for anything, it would be to have a little more time for strolling around the Churaumi Aquarium.

Nonetheless, I was very satisfied with the northern sightseeing experience.

ツアーの始まりは、ゆいレールのおもろまち駅近くのDFS前でのピックアップでした。
今回は、個人の旅行では中々行かない北部の観光です。

当日は、5名でのバスツアーとなり、非常に参加人数の少ないツアーでしたが、人数が少ないだけに時間行動がしっかりできてスムーズなツアーでした。

お天気にも恵まれ、辺戸岬、大石林山も景観が良く歩いて汗はかくものの爽やかな気持ちで観光出来ました（しかし、暑かったぁ〜苦笑）。

昼食は、オクマプライベートビーチ&リゾートでのビュッフェですがフルーツやケーキなどのスイーツの種類が多く、通常の食事を含めても満足出来るものでした。

次に美ら海水族館でした（最後は、名護のお菓子御殿）。
一度行った事があるものの水族館全体を見回る時間は無いので、今回はジンベイザメの餌やりと前回見られなかったイルカショーに絞り、見て来ました。

イルカショー、思っていたよりショーの時間が短く拍子抜けでしたが、ショーの内容は楽しく、もっとやって貰いたかった。

短かっただけに残念でした。

美ら海水族館は、欲を言えば、散策の時間をもう少しとって貰えると良いと思います。

それにしても北部観光、満足です。

Ishigaki Island has a beautiful starry sky that can be enjoyed without taking a boat, and the explanations of the many stars were very easy to understand and enjoyable.

石垣島は船に乗らなくても、十分綺麗な星空が見られるが、たくさんの星の解説がとても分かりやすく楽しかった。

It's amazing , I had a wonderful first time experience
Fly like a bird in sky

I felt that it was worth coming to Ishigaki just for this. Perhaps it's one of the best places in the world for star observation? It was even more amazing than the Big Island of Hawaii. The guide's explanations were great, and I believe it was definitely worth the money I paid.

これだけで石垣に来た甲斐があったと思いました。
恐らく、星の観測では世界一に近い場所では？ハワイ島よりも凄かった。ガイドの説明も良くって、お金を払った価値は充分あったと思っています。

After 30 years, I visited Okinawa. My husband went diving, and I was wondering what to do, so I searched and found the tour I participated in. Reading other people's experiences, I wondered if it would be okay to join alone, but on the day of the tour, everyone else was also participating solo, which made me feel relieved. We headed straight north to Cape Hedo, trekked at the power spot of Daisekirinzan, enjoyed a luxurious lunch with a view of the pristine white sandy beach, and visited the Churaumi Aquarium. The bus was comfortable, allowing for a pleasant sightseeing experience! Since everyone else was also participating alone, we enjoyed a lunch buffet together, chatting in a mix of English and Japanese, and the day flew by. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Okinawa!

30年ぶりに訪れた沖縄。旦那さんはダイビングへ、、さて私は何をしましょうかと色々と探して見つけた今回参加したツアーでした。他の方の体験談を読んで１人参加でも大丈夫？？と思いながら当日の参加した皆さん１人参加で何だかホッとしてしまいました。辺戸岬まで一気に北上〜トレッキングで大石林山パワースポット〜豪華で真っ白な砂浜を眺められるランチそして美ら海水族館。。
バスはゆったり座れて快適な観光が出来ました！
他の方ともお互い１人参加なので一緒にランチブュッフェを食べて英語とも日本語混ざりながらもおしゃべりしながらのあっという間の1日でした。
沖縄を満喫出来ました！