All Reviews for Okinawa Kayaking / Canoeing

I signed up without realizing that sea kayaking is different from canoeing! My bottom and feet got wet, and since it was still cold in March, I wore a wetsuit! (I think it's a good idea to bring a swimsuit or underwear that can get wet!) The instructor was friendly and talked to us, and he took a lot of photos! I heard that the sunset looks different every day. There were times when we could just float and take a break instead of paddling the whole time. I was able to bring my GoPro and smartphone hanging around my neck! (The instructor took many photos for us, but I wanted to take some myself, so I brought my camera.) The photos were taken with an iPhone, so I was able to receive them immediately via AirDrop! (The time-lapse was especially impressive!) There were restrooms and showers at the changing area, which was reassuring. My first sea kayaking experience was so much fun! I heard that you can also do SUP, and I want to try that too. It became a great memory!

"シーカヤックはカヌーとは違う"ということに気づかずに申し込みしました！
お尻と足元が濡れて3月はまだ寒く感じるとのことで、ウエットスーツを着用しました！(水着または濡れてもいい下着を持参するといいかと思います！)
インストラクターのお兄さんはきさくに喋りかけてくれて、写真もたくさん撮ってくれました！夕日も毎日見え方が違うそうです。ずっと漕いでるだけでなく、ぷかぷかと波に任せて休憩できる時間もありました。首からぶら下げてGoProやスマホも持っていけました！(写真はお兄さんにもたくさん撮ってもらえましたが、自分でも撮りたかったので持っていきました)写真はiPhoneで撮ってもらえていたので、私はすぐにAirDropで送信してもらえました！(タイムラプスは特に感動的でした！)着替える場所にはトイレもシャワーもあるので安心でした。はじめてのシーカヤックは楽しすぎました！SUPもできるらしく、それも挑戦してみたいです。
いい思い出になりました！

We participated as a group of four, including two children aged 9 and 11. It seemed that about 40 people were on another tour to Kuula Falls, while we started from the cave. The children were excited, feeling like explorers with helmets and lights attached. We paddled through the mangroves on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and made it to just before Kuula Falls, where we were able to stand on the SUP sooner than we expected! The kids quickly got the hang of it and had a great time. We swam in the pool at the base of the falls, but we were the only four jumping in, which was funny.

Thanks to the guide's planning, we enjoyed Kuula Falls without the crowds, almost having it to ourselves. Our guide, Moja, was friendly and had a lovely smile. He kindly and thoroughly explained about the ocelots and mangroves to the children. Unfortunately, we experienced heavy rain (almost a downpour) at Baras Island, so we didn't get to see the stunning views. Our landing was brief, but I believe it would have been a wonderful sight if the weather had been clear. We could see the second Baras Island, which Moja mentioned he hadn't seen in three months.

Regarding the shower situation (it was cold) and the waiting time after lunch (which was a bit long), I think these issues may depend on the other tour groups and the season, but I hope they can be improved if possible. I was satisfied with the tour schedule and the guide's support. If I have the chance to come again, I would like to participate in another tour. Moja took a lot of photos for us (and for free) and sent them via LINE on the same day. Thank you, Moja! ^_^

9歳と11歳の子どもを含む4名で参加しました。
他のツアーでクーラの滝に行く方が40名ほどいたようで、私達は鍾乳洞からスタートしました。
ヘルメットにライトを装着で、探検のようだと子どもたちは喜んでいました。
マングローブの中をSUPで進み、クーラーの滝の手前まで行きましたが、思ったよりもすぐにSUPの上で立てました！子ども達もすぐに慣れ、楽しんでいました。滝壺で泳ぎましたが、飛び込んでいるのは私達4人だけでした笑
ガイドのプランニングのお陰で、クーラーの滝も混雑せず、ほぼ貸し切り状態でした。
ガイドのモジャさんは、気さくで笑顔が素敵でした。子ども達に優しく丁寧にヤマネコやマングローブのことなど説明してくれました。
バラス島は、あいにくの大雨(ほぼスコール)で絶景とはいきませんでした。数分の上陸でしたが、晴れていれば素晴らしい眺めだったと思います。
第二のバラス島が見えました。モジャさんは三ヶ月振りに見たそうです。
シャワーの件(寒い)、ランチ後の待ち時間(長め)の件は 他のツアーの方との兼ね合いや季節もあると思いますが、改善可能であれば検討してほしいです。
ツアーのスケジュール、ガイドの対応については満足です。また、来る機会があれば別のツアーにも参加してみたいです。
写真も沢山取ってくれ(しかも無料)、当日中にLINEで送ってくれました。
モジャさん、ありがとう^_^

I participated with my sixth-grade son and my 19-year-old daughter. On the day of the trip, we were told that due to the wind and waves, we might not be able to go to the cave, but thanks to our efforts in paddling, we were able to see the beautiful blue color of the cave. I was worried that the water temperature would be cold, but I didn't feel it at all. Our guide, Taichan, came up with various ideas and took wonderful photos for us—I'm so impressed!

小6の息子、19歳の娘と私の３人で参加しました。
当日は風と波があり洞窟へは行けるかどうかと言われましたが、頑張って漕いだ甲斐あって素晴らしい洞窟の青色を拝むことができました。
水温も寒いかと心配しましたが、全く感じませんでした。ガイドのたいちゃんが色々工夫してステキな写真を撮ってくれました〜！感激です！

I started kayaking and had a great time without any issues! Even when I lightly bumped into other participants, it felt like a charming moment! The kids enjoyed it too, which was wonderful! Next time, I’ll come back on a day when I can see the sunset perfectly.

カヤックを始めてしましたが、何も問題なく楽しめました！！軽く他の参加者にぶつかってもご愛嬌みたいな感じでした！
子供も楽しんでて、すごく良かったです！
今度は夕焼けがバッチリ見える日にリベンジします

The weather was nice, and it was a truly wonderful time with calm waves and no wind. The staff were friendly and attentive. It's a tour that people of all ages can participate in with peace of mind.

お天気も良く、波、風ともなく大変素晴らしい時間でした。
スタッフの方も気さくで気配りが行き届いています。老若男女安心して参加できるツアーです。

I participated in snorkeling and canoeing at Barasu Island. The explanations were thorough, and although I was anxious being alone, I had a great time. I also learned a lot about Iriomote Island, enjoyed the nature, and it was a lot of fun. I'm glad I participated.

バラス島シュノーケリング、カヌーに参加しました。丁寧に説明して頂き、一人で不安だったのですが楽しかったです。
西表島のことも沢山教えて頂き、自然を満喫出来、楽しかったです。参加して良かったです。

I was feeling quite seasick upon arrival, but thanks to the wonderful teasing from our guide, I was able to enjoy a friendly atmosphere with everyone I met for the first time! The limestone cave was very exciting, and I had a relaxing time canoeing! I felt really refreshed in the midst of such rich nature. The photo of everyone jumping while holding hands is one of my favorites! Thank you very much!

到着時より船酔いでグデクデでしたが、ガイドさんの素晴らしいいじりによりはじめましての方とも和気あいあいと過ごせました(^^)！鍾乳洞はとてもexcitingで、カヌーではのんびり過ごせました！自然豊かな中でとてもリフレッシュしました♫最後みんなで手を繋いでジャンプした写真、とてもお気に入りです！ありがとうございました！

In the morning, I visited Balas Island and a limestone cave, and in the afternoon, I did mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). In the limestone cave, we advanced through the pitch-black cave with our lights on, sometimes getting knee-deep in water... it was an adventure that sparked my sense of exploration. I was also nervous about trying SUP for the first time, and I was able to have many experiences in just one day. The guide was very thorough in their explanations and took a lot of photos, which made me extremely satisfied.

午前中にバラス島＆鍾乳洞、午後にマングローブSUPしました。鍾乳洞はライトを付けて真っ暗な鍾乳洞を進んで、膝まで水に浸かったり…冒険心を擽られるツアーです。また、初めてのSUPにドキドキしたり、1日で沢山の経験が出来ました。ガイドさんも説明が丁寧で、写真も沢山撮ってくれて超大満足です。

This time, we participated in two activities, kayaking and snorkeling, with a large group of 11 people. Thanks to our guide who worked hard to ensure we could experience each activity in the best conditions, we ultimately split the activities over two days. The snorkeling at the Blue Cave was incredibly beautiful, with lots of fish, and I think it's an experience you should have when visiting Okinawa! There were divers below, so I want to try diving next time, haha.

The sea where we kayaked was also very beautiful, and even though everyone was a beginner, all 11 of us had a great time! Our guide was really fun and made sure everyone enjoyed themselves! It was the best trip! Thank you!

今回、私たちは11人という大人数でカヤックとシュノーケリング二つのアクティビティに参加させていただきました。それぞれのアクティビティを最高の状況で体験できるようにガイドのお兄さんが試行錯誤してくださったおかげで最終的に2日間に分けてアクティビティをしました。青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングは信じられないほど海が綺麗でお魚もたくさんいて沖縄にきて体験すべきアクティビティだと思いました！下にダイバーさんもいたので次回はダイビングがしたいです笑
カヤックをした海もとても綺麗で全員初心者でしたが11人全員楽しむことができました！
ガイドのお兄さんは本当にノリが良くて全員楽しませていただきました！最高の旅行になりました！ありがとうございます！

Canoeing was absolutely wonderful! I was moved by the amazing experience of crossing a real river.

The trekking offered views I had never experienced before. When I reached the waterfall, I felt a great sense of accomplishment.

In the limestone cave, I was first struck by the entrance. It was a surprising and mystical experience.

Throughout the entire process, the guide was very knowledgeable and answered many of my questions. Their clear explanations made the tour much more enjoyable. It is a physically demanding tour, but I highly recommend it!

カヌーが最高に気持ち良かったです！本物の川を渡るという素晴らしい経験に感動しました

トレッキングでは今までに体験した事のない景色が見られます　滝にたどり着いた時には達成感がいっぱいでした

鍾乳洞ではまず入り口に衝撃を受けました　驚きと神秘に満ちた体験でした

全ての工程においてガイドさんの知識が豊富で質問にたくさん答えてくださいました　わかりやすい説明でツアーが何倍も楽しめたように思います　体力が必要なツアーではありますが本当におすすめです！！

We participated as a couple. The weather conditions were not ideal with strong winds, thick clouds, and choppy waves, but we were able to enjoy a wonderful sunset! Additionally, the guide was very kind, attentive, and had interesting stories, making for a fun time. Thank you for taking so many great photos. We would love to participate again!

夫婦で参加しました。当日は風も強く雲も厚く波もたっていて決して好条件ではありませんでしたが、素晴らしいサンセットが拝めました！また、ガイドの方がとても親切丁寧で話しも面白くて楽しい時間が過ごせました。素敵な写真もいっぱい撮っていただきありがとうございました。またぜひ参加したいです！

The guide's explanations were interesting, and I was laughing the whole time! The drone photography in the beautiful sea captures incredibly powerful images! It's definitely Instagram-worthy (laughs). I don't think any other tours offer this much. I didn't expect to have this much fun for this price, so I want to repeat this when I come to Okinawa again! Thank you!

ガイドさんの解説？が面白くて終始笑ってました！
綺麗な海でのドローン撮影はすごく迫力のある写真が撮れます！インスタ映え間違いないです（笑）
他のツアーにはここまでやってくれるとこ無いと思います。
この値段でここまで楽しめるとは思ってなかったので、沖縄に来た時はまたリピートしたいです！
ありがとうございました！

The lower half gets quite wet (if you paddle somewhat roughly). The mangroves were a rare type of vegetation and very interesting. The weather was just right, and I was able to enjoy a beautiful red sunset against the horizon. Kayaking wasn't too difficult, and since it's a two-person kayak, it was great to be able to paddle together with my friend. Thank you very much.

結構下半身は濡れます。(ある程度乱暴に漕いだ場合)
マングローブは珍しい植生で興味深かった。
天気はちょうど晴れていて、きれいな紅色の夕日を水平線をバックに眺めることが出来ました。カヤックの運転はそんなに難しくなく、二人乗りなので、一緒に漕ぐ友人と一緒に頑張ることが出来て良いです。
ありがとうございました。

The weather was bad and it was cloudy, so we couldn't see the sunset. We spent a relaxing time along the mangrove habitat by the river and out to the sea while receiving explanations. The waves were rough, so we couldn't go out into the sea very much, but the staff were friendly, so overall, I would rate it as satisfying.

天気が悪く曇っていたのでサンセットは見れませんでした。川沿いのマングローブの生息地や海の手前まで出て、説明を受けながらのんびり過ごせました。波が荒く、海にもがっつり出れたわけではありませんでしたが、スタッフさんの人柄が良かったので全体的に満足、と言う評価です。

The tour was fulfilling, including activities like landing on the island, visiting a limestone cave, and experiencing stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Additionally, being able to have lunch at a recommended restaurant allowed me to enjoy Iriomote Island even more. Thank you for the wonderful photos as well. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

ツアーの内容が、島に上陸したり、鍾乳洞に行ったり、SUPを体験したりと、充実していました。また、オススメの店で昼食を食べられたことで、西表島をより満喫することができました。素晴らしい写真もたくさんありがとうございます。また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

The tour content was great, and the instructor was very kind, making it the best sightseeing experience in Iriomote Island. It was also wonderful that they took photos during the tour and shared them right away. I would like to rely on them again when I come back here.

ツアー内容がよかったこと、また、インストラクターの方がとても親切で最高の西表島観光になりました。ツアー中の写真を撮影してもらえ、すぐに共有してもらえるのもとてもよかったです。またこちらに来た際にはお世話になりたいと思いました。

It was my first time participating, and I had a lot of fun all day! I enjoyed my first experience with SUP very much! I was able to take many photos, which added to my memories.

初めての参加でしたが1日とても楽しかったです！ SUP初体験でも十分楽しめましたー！写真もたくさん撮っていただけて思い出が増えました。

The day before, I received a call informing me that due to the tides, going to Barasu Island would be difficult, so I was grateful to be able to plan the afternoon in advance.

On the day itself, I was worried because rain was forecasted from the morning, but it didn't rain in the morning and we had a great time! To avoid congestion with the SUP, we changed our order and went to the cave first. It was much more exciting and adventurous than I had imagined for a cave tour, and I had a lot of fun! It was my first time doing SUP, but they taught me carefully, and I quickly started enjoying it! They took many photos during the tour, and I was happy to receive them on the same day!

In the afternoon, it poured heavily, so the tour was changed, which ended up being a relief.

前日に、潮の関係でバラス島は厳しいとお電話を頂いていたので、午後のプランを事前に練ることができ、有り難かったです。

当日は朝から雨予報で心配でしたが、午前中は雨も降らず楽しめました！
SUPが混雑しないように、とのことで順番変更して鍾乳洞から行きました。想像していた鍾乳洞ツアーよりも探検する気分でワクワクする内容で、とても楽しかったです！
SUPは初めでしたが丁寧に教えて頂いて、すぐ楽しくなりました！
ツアー途中の写真もたくさん撮って頂き、当日中にすぐもらえたのでよかったです！

午後は土砂降りだったのでツアー変更になって結局助かりました。

I was so happy to have such memorable photos taken! ✨ I want to challenge myself to try stand-up paddleboarding next time (＾_＾)❤️

すごく思い出に残る写真を撮って頂いて嬉しかったです✨！！！次回はサップにチャレンジしたいです（＾_＾）❤️

I wanted to try kayaking, so I signed up, but I was a bit anxious during the on-land paddling lesson since I don't have great athletic skills. However, once I actually started paddling, I began to understand the techniques and was able to enjoy it! The weather was fantastic, and I was able to see a beautiful sunset! The instructor's explanations and stories were great, and they even took photos for us. It was also fun to paddle together! It became a wonderful memory of my trip to Okinawa. Thank you!

カヤックをしてみたいと思って申し込みをしたものの、運動神経もあまり良くないので、陸上での漕ぎ方講習のときはちょっと不安でした。
でも、実際に漕ぎはじめるとコツも分かりだして、楽しく漕ぐことができました！
天気も凄く良くて、サンセットも綺麗に観ることができました！
インストラクターの方の説明やお話も良かったですし、写真も撮っていただけました。
二人で漕ぐってことも楽しかったです！
沖縄旅行の良い思い出になりました。
ありがとうございます。

The weather was nice, and the instructor was very kind. They provided information about the ocean and took many wonderful photos at the best spots! Their enthusiasm for taking pictures made me forget my shyness! Just being here made the trip to Okinawa worthwhile! It was a fulfilling experience! I was able to spend time leisurely, something I can't feel in my daily life. Thank you very much.

天気も良く、インストラクターの人も心優しかったです。
海の情報を教えてくれたりベストスポットで撮影してくださったりたくさん素敵な写真を撮ってくれました！あちらから積極的に写真を撮ってくれるので恥ずかしさも吹っ飛びました！
もうここだけでも沖縄に来た甲斐があります！
充実度満点です！日常では感じられないゆったりと時間を過ごすことが出来ました。ありがとうございました。

We participated as a group of two women! There was one instructor for our group and another couple, which made the number of participants just right. It was great that even if we were a bit slow, we didn't cause too much trouble. While kayaking, the instructor explained the marine life of Okinawa, so it was not just about riding but also educational. We thoroughly enjoyed the nature of Okinawa and were very satisfied! I would love to do it again when I visit Okinawa! ♬

女子2人でで参加しました！
もう１組のカップルと２組にインストラクターさんが1人つきました。人数的にちょうど良かったので、私達がもたもたしてても、どうにか迷惑かけないくらいで出来たのが良かったです。
カヤックを乗りながら、沖縄の生物の説明をしてくれて、ただ乗るだけじゃなくて、勉強にもなりました。
沖縄の自然を満喫できて、とても大満足！また沖縄行ったらやりたいと思います♬

The waves were high, so we couldn't go out to sea, but I had a great time kayaking! Thanks to Acchan, who was very kind and provided thorough guidance! Next time, I want to go when the weather is nice and the waves are calm! Thank you very much!!

波が高く、沖に出ることはできませんでしたが、とっても楽しくカヤックをすることができましたー！あっちゃんもとても優しく、丁寧に指導していただいたおかげです！
今度は天気の良い波の穏やかな時に行きたいです！
ありがとうございました！！

During my 5-night, 6-day trip, the weather wasn't great, and I didn't get to see much of the beautiful sea. However, there was a brief moment of sunshine when we landed on Baras Island, and at the very end, I was able to see a stunning sea. Also, the photos taken by our guide were very stylish and of excellent quality. I think it's the best tour because you can experience so much in one day. At the cave, I fell quite dramatically because it was muddy from the heavy rain the day before (laughs). I recommend wearing clothes that you don't mind getting dirty when participating in the tour.

5泊6日の旅行中、お天気に恵まれず、あまり綺麗な海を見ることが出来ていませんでしたが、バラス島の上陸の時だけ少し晴れ間が見え、最後の最後でとても綺麗な海が見れました。また、ガイドのお兄さんが撮ってくださった写真はとてもセンスがよく画質がすごく綺麗でした。1日で色々体験できるので最高のツアーだと思います。鍾乳洞では前日が大雨だったことにより、ぬかるんでいた為、盛大にすっ転びました（笑）ツアーに参加される際は汚れても良い服装がいいと思います。

It was a lot of fun to experience the true nature of Okinawa, accompanied by the interesting and attentive explanations from the staff. Everyone on the staff was kind and enjoyable to be around.

面白く、丁寧なスタッフさんの説明と共に沖縄本当の自然に触れることができてとても楽しい思い出になりました。スタッフさん方も皆さん優しくて楽しい方々でした。

The instructor who took care of us was cheerful and kind, making it enjoyable ^_^ The occasional puns were nice too, lol.

担当してくれたインストラクターさんが明るく優しくて楽しめました^_^
時々でるダジャレもよさげww

I went on a SUP tour in the mangroves of Iriomote Island, explored a limestone cave, and visited Barasu Island. The guide was very attentive and considerate, making for a fun and fulfilling day. The value for the price was excellent. Barasu Island was especially amazing!

西表島のマングローブでSUP、鍾乳洞探検、バラス島ツアーへ行きました。担当のガイドさんがとても丁寧で、細かな気遣いをしてくださる方で1日楽しく、充実した日が過ごせました。この値段でこの内容はとてもお得でした。特にバラス島最高でした！

In the morning, I participated in a mangrove exploration and in the afternoon, I joined a cave tour and a landing tour on Baras Island with my friends.
For the mangrove tour, we used canoes, and I think it's enjoyable for anyone as it wasn't difficult at all! The natural scenery was beyond my imagination!
It felt like stepping into the world of an adventure movie!
At the caves, we were able to walk through many caves, not just one, and we also saw various creatures and plants along the way to the caves!
Baras Island was truly beautiful and perfect for Instagram photos!!!
The guide was very attentive and shared a lot of information (including recommendations for delicious restaurants), making the experience exceptional!

午前中にマングローブ探検、午後に鍾乳洞、バラス島上陸ツアーに友達と参加しました。
マングローブはカヌーで参加しましたが、難しくなく誰でも楽しめると思います！想像以上の大自然です！
まるでアドベンチャー映画の世界に入ったようでした！
鍾乳洞は、一つではなくたくさんの鍾乳洞の中を歩けて、また、鍾乳洞へ行くまでの道でも色々な生き物や植物を見れたりしました！
バラス島は、本当に綺麗で、インスタ映え間違いなしです！！！
ガイドさんが色々教えてくれたり(ご飯がおいしい店も)気遣いしてくれて至れり尽くせりでした！

The most impressive part was the SUP! I was a beginner, but it was a stable experience without waves in the mangroves, unlike the ocean, so I was able to stand and sit relatively easily. I also think the personality of the guide played a big role. They had a wealth of knowledge about nature during the exploration, and I was very satisfied with how they talked about the plants we found and answered any questions I had.

1番印象に残ったのは、SUP！初心者でしたが、海とは違う波のないマングローブ体験だったので、立ったり座ったりとわりと安定してできたのが良かったです。あとは案内人の方の人柄も大きかったと思います。探索中自然の知識も豊富にあったので、見つけた植物の話しや、質問してもなんでも答えてくれたところも大満足でした。

Thank you to the tour guide! The weather was nice, and I was able to enjoy it slowly for an hour. I also picked up some mangrove seeds, and I'm looking forward to growing them at home.

ツアーガイドのお兄さんありがとうございました。
天気もよく、1時間ゆっくり楽しめました。
マングローブの種も拾えて、家で育てるのが楽しみです。