All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

The day before, I participated in a three-island tour, and on this day, I initially thought about taking a route bus to the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay. However, that would only leave me time for lunch and then heading to the airport, so I didn't have high expectations and decided to sign up for an island tour that would drop me off at the airport. The humor of the only male guide was fantastic.

前日に3島めぐりツアー参加でこの日は当初自分で路線バスで川平湾グラスボートでも行こうかと考えていたが、それだと昼食とそれだけで空港に向かうくらいしかできないので、あまり期待せず空港で降りれるので島内ツアー申込した。唯一の男性ガイドさんのユーモアが最高でした。

This was my first time using a bus tour. I didn't have time to do much research and was thinking about how to explore Okinawa when I found this tour. It was a tour focused on the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, and the price was reasonable, so I decided on it right away. As a result, I had the best time. The bus was clean, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing in Okinawa very comfortably. I didn't expect the bus to be this enjoyable. I would like to use a different tour next time as well.

今回初めてバスツアーを使ってみました。というのも下調べの時間がなく、どうやって沖縄観光をしようか考えていた時このツアーを見つけました。美ら海水族館をメインにしたツアーで価格もお手頃で即決しました。結果最高の時間を過ごせました。バスも清潔感があり、とても楽に沖縄を観光することが出来ました。バスがこんなに楽とは思いませんでした。次回もまた違うツアーを利用したいと思ってます。

I boarded from the Kencho-mae Square.
It was a beautiful day, and Kouri Island had the best location.
The bus guide and driver were considerate of my mother, who has difficulty walking, and that was a great help.
Thank you very much.
The traffic jam on the way back was a bit frustrating, but that's a government issue.
I had a wonderful day.
Thank you.

県庁前広場から乗り込みました。
天気の良い一日で
古宇利島も最高のロケーション、
足の悪い母のことを
バスガイドさん、ドライバーさんが
気遣って下さり助かりました。
ありがとうございます。
帰りの渋滞は少しゲンナリしましたが、
これは行政の問題。
楽しい1日を過ごせました。
ありがとうございます。

I participated with my 5-year-old and 8-year-old children, along with one adult. I was worried that it might be boring since it was a long course, but we stopped at various places, which made the travel time to the next location feel relatively short, so we had no particular issues. It was great to efficiently visit the main spots in the northern area. The souvenir shop had quite a long line, so I think those who plan to buy a lot of souvenirs during this tour might feel like their time is short at certain points. We made wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

5歳、8歳の子どもと大人1人で参加しました。
長いコースだったので飽きてしまうかな？と心配していましたが、いろんな場所に寄ってくれるので次の場所までの移動時間が比較的短く感じられるのか特に問題なく過ごせました。
北部の主要スポットを効率的に回れて良かったです。
お土産屋のレジが結構並ぶので、要所要所でこのツアーでお土産をたくさん買おうとしてる方は滞在時間が短く感じられるのではないかな、と思います。
良い思い出ができました。ありがとうございました。

Since I participated from Naha, it was a full-day tour! The guide shared various information while we were on the bus, so I didn't get bored! I wish we had about 10 more minutes at Manzamo and Pineapple Park, but other than that, it was a lot of fun with no complaints! We visited five places, and given the price, it was a great value!

那覇から参加したので丸一日のツアーでした！
バスに乗ってる間もガイドさんが色んなことを教えてくれるので退屈せずに済みました！
万座毛とパイナップルパークはもう10分くらい欲しかったですがそれ以外は文句なしで楽しかったです！
5箇所も回れてこの値段だったのでコスパ良かったです！

You can efficiently enjoy sightseeing in Ishigaki Island from the morning. I was able to listen to the sounds of the three lines and savor a hamburger made with Ishigaki beef. Kabira Bay is also beautiful and highly recommended. There’s a shop for black pearls, so it’s definitely a place you want to visit.

朝から効率よく石垣島観光ができます。
3線の音色を聴かせてくれたり石垣牛のハンバーグを食べて満喫できました。
川平湾も綺麗でオススメです。
黒真珠のお店もあるので是非立ち寄りたい場所です。

The bus guide helped us understand the local area of the island well. The island tour was also enjoyable. For lunch, we had a hamburger lunch.

バスガイドさんが島の方で地元がよく理解出来ました。
島観光も楽しかった。
昼食はハンバーグランチでした。

It was the perfect trip for someone like me who doesn't have a driver's license.
It can be quite challenging to visit so many different attractions, so I truly appreciated being taken around slowly by bus.
I was able to enjoy the scenery from the bus, and the explanations from the bus guide were very easy to understand and informative.
I would love to use this service again.

車の免許が無い私には最高な旅でした。
これだけの色んな名所を巡るのは大変なので
バスでゆっくり連れて行っていただけるのは
本当に有り難いです。
バスからも景色をゆっくり眺められるし、バスガイドさんの説明もとても聞きやすく、勉強になりました。
また利用したいと思いました。

I went to the Churaumi Aquarium on a tour from American Village. It was feeding time for the whale sharks, and I was able to see them swimming vertically. I've seen whale sharks many times, but seeing them in that vertical position was truly impressive due to their size! No matter how many times I go, I am always amazed by that large tank and the whale sharks!

Since Churaumi is far away, taking a bus tour is convenient, and you can chat while traveling. Plus, the ticket price is included, making it a great deal, so I've used this tour several times. Since I often stay in American Village, I hope more tours departing from American Village will be available.

アメリカンビレッジ発のツアーで、美ら海水族館に行きました。
丁度、ジンベイサメの餌の時間で、縦になっいるジンベイサメを見られました。
ジンベイサメは何度も見ていますが、縦になっている姿はさすがに、大きいなー！と感動しました。
何回行っても、あの大きな水槽とジンベイサメには感動します！

美ら海までは遠いので、バスツアーだと楽ですしおしゃべりしながら行けるし、チケット代も込みなのでお得なので、何回かこのツアーを使っています。
アメリカンビレッジに滞在する事が多いので、アメリカンビレッジ発の他のツアーも増えるといいなと思います。

In conclusion, it was a very good tour!

Since it was stated that same-day reservations were okay, I considered making a reservation depending on the weather. On the day of my arrival, the weather looked good while I was on the plane, but I couldn't select same-day booking. Since the weather was suitable for another day, I made a reservation for a different day. Just to be sure, I directly contacted the tour company, and they informed me that it was a system issue and that changes could be made on the day of. They changed it for me on the same day. Furthermore, I received advice that the conditions were better in the morning than in the afternoon due to the tides, so after arriving at the airport, I rented a car and went straight there!

Additionally, parking was free. I don't think the entrance was too difficult to find.

One slight disappointment was that the voice of the guide and captain inside the glass-bottom boat was hard to hear... However, they repeated the names of the fish and important information twice, so it wasn't like I didn't understand anything.

I am very grateful to have participated under such good conditions!

結論、とてもよいツアーでした！

当日予約OKと記載してあったので、天候次第で予約しようと検討しました。
来島日の機内で天候がよさそうだったので予約取得しようとしたところ、当日を選択できませんでした。
別日でも利用できる天候だったので、別日に予約取得。
念のためツアー会社に直接問い合わせたところ、システム上の問題なので当日に変更可能ですとの回答をいただき、当日に変更していただきました。
さらに、潮の関係で予約していた午後よりも午前の方が条件が良いですよとアドバイスをいただき、
空港到着後レンタカーを借りて直行しました！

しかも駐車場も無料でした。エントランスもそんなにわかりにくくないと思います。

ちょっと残念は、グラスボート内のガイド兼船長の方の声が聞きにくかった、、、。
でも、魚の名前や重要なことは２回繰り返して言われていたので、
わからないって感じでは、なかったです。

とても良い条件で参加させていただき、大変感謝しております！

I learned about Tokashiki Island on YouTube and applied to visit. I went to Aharen Beach, and as an option, Hanari Island. After lunch, I went snorkeling at Tokashiku Beach, and I was incredibly impressed by the beauty of the sea, the corals I saw for the first time, and the sea turtles! I had heard that it’s not always possible to see sea turtles, but I was lucky enough to see about 5 or 6 of them. I am also grateful to the staff at Reef Inn Kuniyoshi for their kindness.

　ユーチューブで渡嘉敷島を知り応募しました。阿波連ビーチ、オプションでハナリ島、昼食後渡嘉志久ビーチでシュノーケルをしましたが、海の綺麗さ、初めて見る珊瑚、ウミガメに大感動しました！！ウミガメは見れないこともあると聞いていましたが運良く5〜6匹見ることができました。リーフイン国吉様の方々にも良くしていただき感謝しています。

I participated in a bus tour. It was a fun day visiting various places! I was a bit concerned about the traffic on the way back, especially since it coincided with the holiday season and the Spring Festival. If I get the chance to come back to Okinawa, I would love to join another tour!

バスツアーに参加
一日、色々な所に行って楽しい日になりました！
連休や春節とも重なりかなあ〜と帰りの渋滞が気になりました
また、沖縄に来れたらまたツアーに参加したいです

It was my first time participating alone, but I was given very detailed information about the sightseeing content, meeting time, and souvenirs, so I was able to enjoy the tour without any worries. The conversations in the car were so enjoyable that time flew by. The topics I was unfamiliar with and found interesting made me want to take notes, as the speaker was very good at sharing information. When I visit Okinawa again, I look forward to trying a different course.

初めての1人参加だったけれど、観光内容、集合時間、お土産など、とても詳しく教えていただき、不安などなく、楽しく観光できました。
車内でもお話が楽しくあっという間に時間がたってしまいました。
知らない事、興味のあるお話は、思わずメモを取ってしまうほど、お話もお上手でした？
また沖縄にいく時には、違うコースも楽しみたいと思います

I participated alone, but I received very kind one-on-one guidance. If I have the opportunity again, I would definitely like to request it!

1人で参加でしたが、マンツーマンでとても親切にガイドしていただきました。また、機会があったら是非お願いしたいと思います!

It was a one-day tour, but the time allocation was just right, which was great. The bus guide's explanations were easy to understand, and I really appreciated it. I will use this service again. Thank you very much.

1日観光でしたが、ちょうど良い時間配分で
良かったです。
バスガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく
利用させていただき本当に良かったです。
また利用させていただきます。
ありがとうございました。

I was taken to a place with a great view. The staff was very kind, and I also rode on the glass board. I want to go again in the summer next time.

見晴らしのよい場所に連れて行ってもらいました。
とても、親切でグラスボードにも乗りました。
次回は夏に行きたいです

This was my first time visiting Ishigaki Island, and I traveled alone. Since I didn't have much time, I chose a sightseeing bus to efficiently tour the island's attractions. I had done some research on the places we would visit, but I think you can enjoy it fully without any preparation since the guide provides information.

For an additional 1,000 yen, there was also time to ride a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, and the lunch set allowed me to experience the flavors of Ishigaki Island, which was delicious. I was able to learn about the highlights and history, so I feel it was the best choice for my first visit. (It was cloudy, so if it had been sunny, I would have rated it even higher... I apologize for that since it's something beyond the company's control.) By the way, the tour ended just after 2 PM, allowing me to catch the 3 PM ferry to Taketomi Island.

初めての石垣島観光、一人旅でした。
時間もあまりなかったこともあり、効率的に石垣島の名所を巡れるように定期観光バスを選択しました。
事前にどこをまわるかもわかっているので、それなりに下調べもしましたが、ガイドさんが案内してくれるので、何も準備しなくても十分に楽しめると思います。
１０００円のオプションになりますが、川平湾のグラスボートに乗る時間もあり、石垣島の味力を感じる昼食もセットなのもおいしいですね。
見どころや歴史なども学ぶことができるので、初めての訪問にはベストな選択だったと感じています。（くもりの天気だったので、もし晴れていたら最高評価です・・会社の力で変えられない”てん”なので申し訳ありませんが）
ちなみに２時すぎに終了するので、３時の船で竹富島にも渡ることができました。

I think the admission fee is cheap, including everything. The sightseeing spots are great! The guide was also good! It's just a shame about the weather.

入館料金も含まれての料金、安いと思います。
見学の場所も良い！ガイドさんも良い！
ただ、天気だけが残念でした(⁠个⁠_⁠个⁠)

My first trip to Okinawa started at the Churaumi Aquarium, and each time I went further south. Last time, I visited around Shuri Castle, and this time I traveled even further south. The sightseeing bus had a set schedule that included both places I was interested in and those I wasn't. This time, I went to Okinawa World, which I found uninteresting, so I asked to add the Ryukyu Glass Village at the last minute. Surprisingly, it turned out to be really enjoyable. I think being able to have such experiences is one of the great advantages of hiring a private taxi.

最初の沖縄には美ら海水族館から始まり、くるたびに南下、前回は首里城あたり、今回はさらに南下して南部旅行。観光バスは自分の関心あるとこも、興味ないところも決められた時間配分。今回は沖縄ワールド、自分には面白くなく、急きょ、琉球ガラス村を追加してもらった。しかもこれが予想外に良かった。こんな楽しみができるのも貸し切りタクシーの良さではないでしょうか。

It was great to efficiently tour Ishigaki Island without renting a car, while also being able to sightsee and enjoy meals. The bus guide provided detailed information that helped me understand Ishigaki Island better, which I wouldn't have known on my own. Even in January, the blue sea and blue sky of Ishigaki Island were amazing.

レンタカーを借りずに石垣島を効率よく一周回れて、観光もできて、食事もできて良かったです
個人で回ってもわからないようなことをバスガイドさんが詳しく教えてくださるので石垣島の事がよくわかります
１月でも石垣島の青い海と青い空は最高でした

It was great to leisurely and efficiently visit the island's attractions with a charming guide who spoke with a smile. Not only did we see the tourist spots, but we also received explanations about various places on the island that we wouldn't have known about on our own, which felt like a great value.

For lunch, we enjoyed Ishizaka beef hamburgers and Miminga at a restaurant with a nice view, and everything was very delicious.

Lastly, we got to listen to some sanshin songs, which made for wonderful memories. I highly recommend it! ❣️

笑顔語り口魅力的なガイドさんとのんびり、しかも無駄なく効率的に島の名所を回れてとても良かったです。観光地だけでなく、自分達で回るのでは知り得ない島内の随所の説明もありお得感満載。
昼食は眺めのよい店で石坂牛ハンバーグ、ミミンガ等土地の食べ物網羅されとても美味しかったです。
最後に三線の唄も聞けとてもよい思い出となりました。オススメします❣️

The guide's tips on how to enjoy each destination and stories related to Okinawa were helpful and enjoyable. It was windy and cold near the sea. Food was being sold at various locations. The Hikan cherry blossoms were also in bloom. I'm glad we took the bus since it would have taken over two hours to drive from Naha.

ガイドさんの、各行き先での楽しみ方や沖縄にまつわるお話がためになり、楽しかったです。
海の近くは風が強くて寒かったです。
各所で食べ物を販売していました。
ヒカン桜も咲いていました。
那覇から車で行ったら2時間以上運転しないといけないのでバスで行って良かったです。

I had a great time. The guide was very experienced and explained things while occasionally playing the sanshin. It was a sunny day, so the scenery was fantastic, and there were moments when the guide took photos for us. The optional glass-bottom boat ride was also wonderful; the sea was very beautiful, and we were able to see sea turtles and coral.

とても楽しかったです。ガイドさんがとても慣れた方で、ところどころ三線も引きながら説明してくださいました。この日は晴れていたので景色も最高で、ガイドさんが写真を撮ってくださる場面もありました。オプションで乗ったグラスボートも、海がとても綺麗でウミガメや珊瑚なども見ることができました。

Since I was traveling alone and didn't have a car, I was glad to be able to visit many tourist spots in a short amount of time. Both the guide and the driver were great, and I had a lot of fun.

ひとり旅だったので、車もないし、短い時間で、
沢山の観光地を回ってもらって良かったです。
ガイドさんも運転手さんもとても良かった、楽しかったです

I made a reservation because I heard that Kerama is the best.
For those who will make reservations in the future, I will share the good points and disappointing points.

**Good Points**
We were able to swim in the most beautiful spot at the end.
For those who can't swim, you can hold onto a bodyboard.
There were also people who borrowed life jackets for the sea if they asked.
You can float comfortably just with a wetsuit, so don't worry!
Unlike overseas, there are waves, which makes it fun.

**Disappointing Points**
I heard from others and online that Kerama is the best, but if you've done this in Guam, Saipan, or Hawaii, don't get your hopes up. It really is inferior to overseas options.

**Reference Points**
There were people who got seasick, so it's better to take motion sickness medication. If you get seasick, you won't be able to enjoy it.
Of course, if you feel sick, it's best to not hold back and just throw up.
The boat is non-smoking, so you can smoke in front of the boat until just before departure. Bring an ashtray. I use IQOS, so I kept it in the box.
It might be a good idea to bring a plastic bottle. You can drink water from paper cups on the boat, but a plastic bottle is more convenient.

慶良間が一番と聞いてたので予約しました。
今後予約する人の為に良い点とガッカリ点を言います。
良い点
最後に一番キレイな場所で入れた。
泳げない人には、ボディボートにつかまれる。
ライフジャケットも言えば海用のを借りてた人もいた。
ウエットスーツだけで十分に浮くので安心してください❗
海外と違い、波があるので楽しい

ガッカリ点
他の人やネットからの情報で慶良間が一番と聞いてましたがグアム、サイパン、ハワイなどでやった人は期待したらダメです。やっぱり海外よりは劣る。

参考点
船酔いしてた人がいたので、酔い止めは飲んだ方がいいですよ。船酔いしたら楽しめないですからね
もちろん酔ったら我慢せず吐くのが一番
船は禁煙なので、出発直前まで船の前でタバコ吸えます。灰皿持参。私はアイコスなので箱に入れてました。
ペットボトルは持参した方がいいかな。船に紙コップで水飲めるけど、ペットボトルがラク。

We participated as a family. It was amazing. The aquarium and Kouri Island were particularly great. The additional meals were delicious as well. If I have the chance, I will definitely join again. I highly recommend this course.

家族で参加しました。最高でした。水族館と古宇利島は特に良かったです。追加での食事も美味しかったです。機会があればまた、参加させて頂きます。
是非お勧めのコースです。

We were blessed with warm weather and no wind. I didn't have high expectations for lunch, but it was very delicious. The guide sang several songs, and the snake lute was wonderful. I would like to participate again.

温暖で、風も無く良い天候に恵まれました。
昼食も期待してませんでしたが、大変美味しいかったです。ガイドさんが何曲も歌ってくれて、蛇三線も素晴らしかったです。又参加したいです。

It was a very cold day with occasional rain, but traveling by bus was easy. Along the way, I enjoyed listening to the audio guide, which provided explanations at various points, making it enjoyable even on my own. I believe it was when we passed over the Kouri Bridge, and the driver slowed down so we could take in the scenery properly.

時折雨も降りとても寒い日でしたが、バスでの移動で楽々でした。
道中、音声ガイドで所々解説を聞きながら進むので、ひとりでも十分楽しめました。
古宇利大橋通過時だったと思いますが、ゆっくり速度を落として通過してくださったので、しっかりと景色を見ることができました。

Although the weather was bad, the guide sang many songs and the stories were enjoyable, making for a wonderful time. I was concerned about my companion's footing, but I was grateful for the utmost consideration shown.

天候が悪かったのですが、ガイドさんが歌をたくさん歌ってくれ、話の内容も楽しくとても素晴らしいひと時を過ごしました。連れの足元に不安があったのですが、最大限の配慮をしてくださりありがたかったです。

I escaped the cold and enjoyed a long-awaited trip to the tropical Okinawa. I discovered new tourist spots like Manza Beach and American Village, which felt like a new Okinawa experience. I had been to the Churaumi Aquarium several times before, so I separated from the group, but just the two of us went to the Tropical Dream Center, where we enjoyed the tropical plants and beautiful flowers, truly savoring the island vibe.

As expected from the travel company chosen by Veltra, the staff, including the driver and tour guide, were wonderful. There were over 40 participants on the bus, a mix of Japanese and foreigners (mainly from Asia), and most people exchanged smiles as we passed each other. However, we had to wait about 20 minutes for a group of six young men and women, presumed to be Korean, who were not at the meeting point. At each tourist spot, they returned to the bus just in time, often one or two minutes late, which was quite common. I thought the early drop-off would be quick, but even before we arrived, there was an announcement, and despite the bus stopping, they didn’t get off until the tour guide went to get them. Eventually, they got off without saying anything.

They were likely not part of Veltra's group, but I thought it must be tough for popular tours to refuse anyone. Other than that, it was a problem-free and enjoyable trip.

寒さを逃れ、久々の南国沖縄旅行を楽しんできました。
万座毛・アメリカンビレッジ等新しい観光地も見えて、新沖縄発見でした。
美ら海水族館は以前に何度も行ったので、団体から離れる形態になりましたが、我々だけでしたが熱帯ドリームセンターに行き熱帯植物・きれいな花を見て南国の島を十分に味わいました。
さすがのベルトラさんが選ぶ旅行会社で、スタッフの運転手さん添乗員さんは素晴らしかったです。
参加者もバスに４０人以上の日本人と外国人（主にアジア系）が混合乗車していましたが、ほとんどの人が笑顔ですれ違う感じでしたが、途中集合場所から参加した韓国人と思われる若い男女の６人グループが集合場所におらず２０分程度待たされ、各観光地でも喫煙のためかバスに帰ってくるのが時間ギリギリで1・２分遅れはあたりまえの様子で、さすがに途中解散は早く降りると思っていたら、着く前に案内があったのにバスが止まっても降りず、添乗員さんがおこしに行って、やっとしばらくして６人で何も言わず降りていきました。
ベルトラさんの客ではないグループでしょうが、人気ツアーも来る人拒めずで大変と思いましたが、それ以外は問題なく楽しい旅ができました。