All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I was able to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while riding a water buffalo cart. The rental bicycles cost 1,500 yen, and since it takes about 20 minutes to walk from the tourist center to the sandy beach, I decided against it. However, I learned that using the shuttle bus would only cost 300 yen, so I wish I had known that beforehand.

水牛車に乗って、のどかな雰囲気を味わえました。
レンタル自転車が1500円もするので、観光センターから砂浜まで歩くと20分もかかるのでやめましたが、巡回バス利用なら300円で行けるようなので、知っていれば行きたかったです。

The water buffalo carts on Taketomi Island allow you to leisurely explore the village. While I felt a bit sorry for the villagers, it was fascinating to see the unique architecture.

竹富島の水牛車はのんびり集落を一回りできます。集落の方には申し訳ない感じもしますが、独特の建造物を見せて頂けて興味深いものがありました。

I participated for my mother (71 years old) who wanted to ride a water buffalo. It was a dream come true to ride a water buffalo and cross the sea, which became the best memory. I found it fascinating to learn about the significance of water buffaloes to the people of Ishigaki Island.

It had been 20 years since I traveled with my mother, and I was anxious about how it would go, but I was grateful for the staff's thoughtfulness.

水牛に乗りたい母(71歳)のために参加しました。念願叶って水牛に乗れ、海を渡った事は最高の思い出になりました。石垣島の人にとって水牛がどんな存在だったのかを知ることができ、興味深く感じました。
母との旅行は20年ぶりで、どうなることかと不安でしたが、スタッフの方のお気遣いがありがたかったです。

It was a trip during the pandemic, but I felt that hygiene management, such as temperature checks and mask-wearing, was well taken care of. It was just my 4-year-old son and me, and the ferry ride was short, so we didn't get bored and had a great time. As soon as we arrived at Taketomi Island, we took a glass-bottom boat, and there were only half the capacity, which made it enjoyable. My son was very excited to see so many fish and looked like he was having a lot of fun. It was a pity that the guide's explanations were a bit hard to hear. The water buffalo cart ride was also relaxing and very enjoyable. It was a tour that I definitely want to do again.

コロナの中での旅行でしたが、検温、マスク着用など衛生管理はしっかりされてると思いました。
4歳の息子と二人でしたが、フェリーの時間が短いので飽きることもなく、楽しめていました。
竹富島に着いてすぐにグラスボートでしたが、定員の半分しかいなく、子供はたくさんのお魚に大興奮でとても楽しそうでした。
ガイドさんの説明が少し聞き取りづらかったのが残念。
水牛車ものんびりできてとても楽しめました。
またぜひ行きたいと思うツアーでした。

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, so I chose to visit three islands.

I had no interest in the ox cart and mangroves, but I was moved by them. Yujiro, who was a part-time worker until Yufu Island, was a smart kid who got into the frame by himself and tied the reins on his own. Ryu, the handsome guy from Taketomi Island, was also wonderful. Everyone was great!

初めての石垣島でしたので 3島巡りを
選択しました。

牛車 マングローブ 全く興味がなかったのですが
感動しました。
ゆふ島までの アルバイトの裕次郎君
ゆふ島の 枠の中に自分で入ったり
たずな？をくぐって自分でつける 頭の良い子
竹富島のイケメン りゅう君
皆 素敵でした♪

I participated because I felt it would be a waste to end my solo trip by just going out for drinks at night. I thought it might be geared towards children, but I was able to hear various stories about Ishigaki and see some rare creatures. It was a pity that we couldn't see the stars due to the weather, but thanks to the bright and enthusiastic staff, it became a wonderful memory of my trip.

一人旅故に夜は飲みに行って終わるのがもったいなく思い参加。子供向けかなと思いきや石垣の色々な話を聞くことができ、珍しい生き物を見ることができました。天候のせいで星は見られなく残念でしたが、明るく熱心なスタッフさんのおかげで旅の良き思い出となりました。

The tour was great as it allowed us to appreciate the beauty of each island. However, the COVID-19 measures were lacking, such as not addressing participants who did not wear masks. Please improve this.

ツアーはそれぞれの島の良さがわかり非常に良かったです。ただ、マスクを付けずに参加する人に注意しないなどコロナ対策は今一歩でした。改善ください。

I enjoyed the glass board, the bus, and the water buffalo. I was very satisfied with all of them. In particular, I felt a relaxed time with the water buffalo, which made me very happy.

グラスボード
バス
水牛
と楽しみました。どれもとても満足でした。
特に水牛はのんびりした時間を感じれ、大変満足しました。

The mangroves of Iriomote Island, the water buffalo cart to Yufu Island, the water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island, and the guidance from the bus driver were all enjoyable experiences for sightseeing.

西表島のマングローブ、由布島へ渡る水牛車、武富島の水牛車、バスの運転手さんのガイド、どれも楽しく観光出来ました。

I have visited Ishigaki Island before, but this was my first time participating in the night safari. Unfortunately, it was drizzling, so we couldn't enjoy stargazing, but instead, we were taken to the beautiful night view at Banna Park! During the night safari, I was able to see many rare creatures unique to the Yaeyama Islands, such as coconut crabs, black-breasted leaf turtles, and Ryukyu scops owls. I was surprised to encounter so many of them. The guide was also cheerful and a great storyteller, making it a fun tour.

石垣島には以前訪れたことがあるのですが、ナイトサファリは今回初めて参加しました。
あいにく小雨が降っており、星空鑑賞はできませんでしたが、そのかわりバンナ公園の素敵な夜景に連れていっていただきました！
ナイトサファリではヤシガニやセマルハコガメ、リュウキュウコノハズクなど八重山固有の珍しい生き物をたくさん見ることができました。こんなに出会えるとは思わなかったのでびっくりしました。
ガイドのお兄さんも明るく話上手で、楽しいツアーになりました。

The staff at the ferry terminal counter were very nice.

I was able to relax a lot, anyway. It was great to receive coupons that can be used in the area through the Go To campaign.

Be careful if you rent a bike at the water buffalo place, as it's quite expensive! It's easier to walk to the beach. It seemed like biking would be tough on the hills.

フェリーターミナルのカウンターの方は感じが良かったです。

とにかくのんびりできました。
go to キャンペーンで　地域で使えるクーポンがもらえて良かった。

水牛の所でレンタサイクルすると　かなり高いから注意！
ビーチまで　歩いた方が楽だし。
自転車の方は坂道大変そうだった。

The galaxy, owls, bats, and coconut crabs. Not only did I enjoy the beautiful night sky, but also the great outdoors. The guide was also incredibly entertaining.

銀河、フクロウ、コウモリ、ヤシガニ。美しい夜空だけではなく、大自然も満喫。ガイドさんも最高に面白かった。

I definitely wanted to see the starry sky when I came to Ishigaki Island, so I booked this tour. They picked me up from the hotel and we headed to the stargazing spot first. The guide, who was very knowledgeable about Ishigaki Island, took us to two locations. At first, there were a few clouds, but it gradually cleared up, and we could see a stunning starry sky and the Milky Way perfectly. The explanations about the constellations were also very enjoyable. After fully enjoying the starry sky by lying on our backs and taking photos, we headed into the jungle.

We were able to see rare turtles, precious hermit crabs, and really large bats, and the guide introduced us to many animals.

During the drive back, I was able to hear a lot about recommended places and Okinawa, making it a very satisfying tour.

Thank you very much!!

石垣島に来たら絶対に星空を見たいと思い、このツアーを予約しました。
ホテルに迎えに来ていただき、最初は星空スポットへ。
石垣島にとても詳しいガイドさんが、二箇所案内してくれました。
最初雲が少しかかっていましたが、だんだん晴れてきて、満点の星空と天の川もバッチリ見えました。星座の解説などもしていただき、とても楽しかったです。
仰向けで星を見たり、写真撮影などをしていただき充分星空を満喫した後に、ジャングルへ。

珍しい亀や貴重なヤドカリ、すごく大きなコウモリなど見ることができ、たくさんの動物を紹介していただきました。

送迎の道中も、おすすめの場所や沖縄のことをたくさん聞けて、大満足のツアーでした。

ありがとうございました！！

The waves were high and the ferry was really rocky because it was right after the typhoon! All three islands were great! I especially loved the relaxed atmosphere of Taketomi Island. It's a shame that if the weather had been better, I could have taken even more beautiful photos...

台風直後だったので波が高くてフェリーの揺れがすごかった！！
3島は全てよかったです！！特に竹富島はのんびりした空気がすごく好きです。お天気がよければもっと、素敵な写真がとれたのに残念でした、、、

On the day I arrived in Ishigaki Island, I participated in the water buffalo cart course. The water buffalo cart ride was leisurely and enjoyable. Since I had time until the return boat, I rode a bicycle to the beach. It was hot, but the beach was very beautiful, and I was able to have the best time.

石垣島到着日に、水牛車コースで参加しました。水牛車はのんびりと楽しかったです。帰りの船まで時間があったので、自転車でビーチへ。暑かったけど、とてもキレイで最高の時間を過ごすことができました。

It wasn't as immersive in nature as I expected from a night safari, but (well, the whole of Ishigaki is quite natural) I enjoyed the introduction of palm crabs, spiders, hermit crabs, and distinctive plants. The Ryukyu scops owl on the power lines was also a highlight.

As we were watching, the sky cleared up more and more, and the starry sky was incredibly clear, which was moving. The guides' love for Ishigaki and nature shone through, and even when things didn't go as planned, they surely found a way to keep the atmosphere lively.

ナイトサファリというほど大自然の中に突っ込むわけではなかったのが少し肩透かしだったけど、(まあ、石垣全体が自然多めなんだけど) ヤシガニ、クモ、オカヤドカリや特徴的な植物紹介も有り楽しめた。電線のリュウキュウコノハズクも。
鑑賞している間にどんどん晴れて来て星空がめちゃクリアだったのが感動的だった。ガイドさん達は石垣愛、自然愛がにじみ出ており、不発に終わった時も何とか盛り上げてくれるに違いない。

This was the first activity after arriving in Ishigaki Island. I participated with my university friends. Initially, I was worried it might not be very exciting since we would just be riding cows, but once we got on, the guide played the sanshin and sang, and explained the island's attractions, making it a very enjoyable experience.

石垣島に来て最初のアクティヴィティでした。大学の友達と一緒に参加しました。当初は牛に乗るだけだからあまり盛り上がらないのかもと心配でしたが、乗ってみると添乗員さんが三線を引いて歌を歌ってくださったり、島の名所を説明してくださったり大変楽しい体験になりました。

The starry sky was incredibly beautiful!!
It was disappointing not to see the coconut crabs, but it was fun to see bats and other things☺️
The guide was also cool and entertaining.
I'm glad I could experience something out of the ordinary!
It was helpful that they drove me back to the hotel where I was staying!

星空がめっちゃくちゃ綺麗でした！！
ヤシガニがいなくて残念でしたが、コウモリなど見れて楽しかったです☺️
ガイドのお兄さんもかっこよくて面白かったです
非日常を味わえてよかったです！
帰りも宿泊してるホテルまで送ってもらえて助かりました！

The starry sky was incredibly beautiful and moving! The guide was very knowledgeable about the stars, and it was a lot of fun to enjoy the viewing while listening to the explanations. At the night safari, I was able to see animals and plants I had never seen before, and it was enjoyable! It became a wonderful memory! Thank you very much!

星空がとても綺麗で感動しました！
ガイドの方はとても星に詳しく、説明を聞きながらの鑑賞はとても楽しかったです。
ナイトサファリでは今まで見たことない動物や植物を見ることができ、楽しかったです！
とても良い思い出になりました！
ありがとうございました！

I had a great time. The guide worked really hard and went quite a bit over the scheduled time... (laughs)

とても楽しかったです。ガイドさんが頑張り過ぎて、予定の時間をだいぶオーバーしちゃいましたが。。（笑）

On the cruise around Iriomote Island, the female captain was skilled in both guiding and maneuvering the boat, providing detailed explanations about the mangroves that were very easy to understand. The bus driver also gave us a tour of the island, which allowed us to hear more about Iriomote than we had expected. We were fortunate to see the adorable sight of a mother water buffalo and her newborn calf, as it coincided with the calving season. The water buffalo pulling the cart was very gentle and smart, making us feel a bit guilty for having it carry our weight. Although it was a short time, we enjoyed a relaxing experience with the sound of the sanshin and the boatman's singing. If I had to say something, there were many explanations about the Iriomote wildcat, so I wished I could have seen a specimen or photos somewhere.

In the afternoon on Taketomi Island, we initially planned to only rent bicycles and not ride the water buffalo cart. However, as soon as we arrived at the Taketomi Island Tourist Center, a female employee quickly asked, "What about the water buffalo? Aren't you riding? Bicycles? Fill this out!" I was confused about where to write what, and as I hesitated, she let out a big sigh and left the area, glaring at us from a distance. We were left unattended, but later, another employee helped us, and we were able to rent bicycles. However, the childish behavior we encountered right after arriving on Taketomi Island ruined the excitement we had been looking forward to. It was frustrating to see an employee who seemed to be annoyed when tourists didn't follow the routine they expected. To be frank, I believe that the tourism and hospitality industry is not suited for such individuals. If they want to work at their own pace, they should choose a desk job at home. In hindsight, I even wish I had scolded her on the spot for her rude behavior. The first employee at the Taketomi Island Tourist Center would likely realize this was about her if she saw it.

While the response from the other employees was good, it was disappointing that just one person left a negative impression. Of course, Taketomi Island itself was a wonderful place, so when I visit again, I hope to enjoy my trip without relying on the Taketomi Island Tourist Center.

西表島のクルーズでは女性の船長さんでガイドも操縦も上手、マングローブを詳しく説明してくれてとても分かりやすかった。送迎バスのドライバーさんも島内の案内をしてくれるので思っていた以上に西表島の話しを聞くことができて良かったと思う。由布島の水牛もちょうど子牛が生まれた時期と重なり可愛らしい親子の姿を見せてもらうことも出来ました。水牛車を引く水牛はとても大人しくお利口さんで重たい私達を運んでもらうのが申し訳なくなるほど。短い時間でしたが三線と船頭さん？の歌声でのんびりした時間を楽しむことが出来ました。しいて言えば西表やまねこの説明が沢山あったのでどこかで剥製や写真などでも見てみたかった。

午後の竹富島では水牛車には乗らずレンタサイクルのみの予定でしたが、到着後竹富島観光センターに着くなり女性の従業員が水牛は？乗らないの？自転車？これに記入して！と矢次早に言われどこに何を書いて良いのか分からずに戸惑っていると「はぁーっ」と大きなため息をつかれその場を離れていき離れたところからからこちらの様子を伺いを睨みつける始末。放置された私達でしたがその後他の従業員さんが対応して下さり無事に自転車を借りることができたのですが、竹富島到着後すぐにこのような子供じみた対応をされ楽しみにしていた気分は台無しにされました。暑い中毎日同じルーティン作業で観光客が思った通りに動かないと面倒になり不貞腐れる従業員。はっきり言わせてもらいますが観光業、接客業は向いていない。自分のペースで仕事をしたいのならデスクと向き合う在宅の仕事を選んだら？と言いたい。というか今となればその場で叱り飛ばしてやれば良かったとさえ思うほど腹の立つ対応だった。竹富島観光センターの最初に担当した従業員がこれを見たら自分の事だと察しが着くでしょう。
他の従業員さんの対応は良かっただけにたったその1人のせいで残念な思いが残ってしまった。
もちろん竹富島自体はとても素敵な所でしたので次回訪れる時は竹富島観光センターにはお世話にならず楽しめる旅にしたいと思います。

The wind was strong, but it was a beautiful sunny day, perfect for a tour! I chose the glass-bottom boat and bus sightseeing plan on Taketomi Island, and the bus driver was really great—he took photos for us, showed us how to find star sand, and told us about power spots. I was torn between this plan and cycling when I made the reservation, but choosing this plan was absolutely the right decision! I'm sure if I had chosen cycling, I would have been drenched in sweat (laughs). The bus was cool and perfect! We saw two families of wild boars in the mangroves, and the water buffalo was fun too. I had a wonderful time. Thank you!

風が強かったけど晴天でツアー日和でした！
竹富島ではグラスボードとバス観光プランを選択したのですが、バスの運転手さんが写真を撮ってくれたり、星の砂の見つけ方や、パワースポットを教えてくれたりとすごく良い対応をしてくださったので、予約時にサイクリングと悩みましたがこちらのプランにして大大大正解でした！
きっとサイクリングを選択していたら汗だくでやばかったはず（笑）バス、涼しくて最高！
マングローブでは猪の親子が２組も見れたし、水牛も楽しいし、とても素敵な時間を過ごす事が出来ました。ありがとうございました！

I participated with a preschooler, and we had a great time. It was a tour around three islands, and the price was reasonable, including meals. It was very helpful that we could add a lunch option for the child for an additional fee.

未就学児を伴う参加でしたがとても楽しめました。3島を巡るツアーですが食事込みで価格もお手頃でした。子供用の昼食も別料金ですが付けることが出来たのでとても助かりました。

We chose this tour for our three-generation family trip, as my parents didn't want to engage in active activities like snorkeling. Although it wasn't sunny due to the day after the typhoon, the guides for the mangrove cruise, the bus, and the water buffalo cart were all very skilled at storytelling, making the sightseeing enjoyable.

At Yubu Island, we had 90 minutes of free time, which included a pre-prepared traditional lunch. If the meal takes a while, I think 90 minutes might be a bit short (we couldn't fully explore the island). After this, we returned to Iriomote Island by water buffalo cart for the second time, and then took a boat back to Ishigaki Port to conclude the tour.

My child and I felt a bit unsatisfied due to the lack of activities in the sea, but my parents said, "Since there isn't much walking, this tour is just right for older people." I think it would be enjoyable for elderly individuals or families with small babies.

親子3世代の旅行で、かつ両親はシュノーケルなどアクティブなことはしたくないということだったので、こちらのツアーを選びました。
台風が過ぎた翌日ということで、晴天にはなりませんでしたが、マングローブクルーズのガイドさん、バスのガイドさん、水牛車のガイドさん、皆さんお話が流れるように上手で、楽しく観光ができました。

由布島では90分間、予め用意された御膳式のお弁当ランチを含んだ自由時間となります。食事に時間がかかってしまう場合は、90分はちょっと短いかなと思います（島内観光はまわり切れませんでした）。
この後、2度目の水牛車で西表島へ戻ってから、船で石垣港に戻って終了となります。

私と子どもは海に入るアクティビティがないので少し物足りなさを感じましたが、両親は「徒歩移動もあまりないから年寄りにはちょうどよいツアーだわ」と言っていました。お年を召した方や小さな赤ちゃん連れには楽しめるのではないでしょうか。

Due to the typhoon, it was cloudy and rainy. The morning cruise around Iriomote Island was cloudy. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the mangrove roots due to high tide. We crossed to Yubu Island on a water buffalo during high tide as well. After that, it rained on Taketomi Island. During a brief break in the rain, we cycled to Kaiji Beach. Since we were short on time, we couldn't search for star sand and had a busy cycling experience. The weather really affects the islands. Next time, I want to go when it's sunny!

台風の影響で曇り、雨でした。
午前中の西表島のクルーズは曇り。満潮でマングローブの根っこは見られず、残念でした。
由布島も満潮の中、水牛で渡りました。
その後の竹富島は雨。雨がやんだちょっとの間にカイジ浜までサイクリング。時間に限りがあったので、星の砂は探せず大忙しのサイクリングでした。
島は、天気に左右されますね。今度は、晴れの時に行きたいです！

I participated with my middle school and high school children. I was worried because a typhoon was coming, but instead of canceling, we postponed and took on the challenge! I'm really glad we didn't give up and participated. The guide was truly entertaining! I couldn't stop feeling excited! We found various creatures one after another! My daughter and son, who were initially reluctant due to their rebellious phase, were surprisingly thrilled! We got to see a starry sky with the Milky Way, and my troubled heart cleared up; it was truly a wonderful night. It might have been the most fun I've had on Ishigaki Island. I apologize for the trouble when my son rushed to the restroom due to a stomachache, but everyone was so warm-hearted, and I can't express how grateful I am for that night. I want to go again!

私と中学生、高校生の子供と三人で参加しました。台風が来ていたので心配でしたが、キャンセルせずに日延べをしてチャレンジ！あきらめず参加してよかったです。本当にガイドさんが面白い！　とにかくワクワクが止まりません！　いろいろな生き物が次から次へと見つけるし出てくるし！　最初は気乗りしなかった反抗期の娘と息子はびっくりするぐらい大はしゃぎ！満点の星空に天の川が見れて、モヤモヤした心がすっきり晴れて本当に素敵な夜でした。石垣島で一番楽しかったかもです。途中で息子が腹痛でトイレに駆け込みご迷惑をおかけしましたが、皆さん心温かくて感謝しきれないくらいの夜でした。また行きたいです！

Arriving in the morning allowed for a good schedule for the trip to Taketomi Island at 1 PM.

Taketomi Island had a relaxed atmosphere. The water buffalo cart moves along at the pace of the water buffalo.

We walked through the town that I had seen on TV.

当日の午前中に到着するため、午後13時からの竹富島行きはスケジュール的に良かったです。

竹富島はのんびりとした雰囲気でした。
水牛車は水牛のごきげんに合わせて進んで行きます。

テレビで見た事のある町中を歩いていきます。

It was a sightseeing experience in the rain.
Riding a water buffalo and leisurely exploring the island in the light rain was incredibly soothing.
I think it's great for enjoying just the highlights quickly.

雨の中の観光でした。
弱い雨の中、水牛でのんびりと島を回るのはものすごく癒されました。
ささっとポイントだけ楽しむには良いと思います。

The water buffalo was very cute.
I learned a lot about the charm of the island.
The shamisen performance was wonderful.

Cycling was fun too!
Due to the impact of COVID-19, there were fewer people, so I was able to enjoy it to the fullest.

水牛がとても可愛かったです。
島の魅力もたくさん知れました。
三味線の演奏も素敵でした。

サイクリングも楽しい！
コロナの影響もあり人が少なく、存分に楽しめました。

Perhaps it became too formulaic. I think it would have been more enjoyable to explore at my own pace.

あまりにパターン化されてしまったからでしょうか。これなら自分のペースでゆったり回る方が、魅力を味わえたと思います。