All Reviews for Okinawa Sightseeing Tours

This was my second visit to Ishigaki Island for diving, following last year. Since I explored various tourist spots last year, I decided to dedicate the extra time to activities this year, and I found this tour! Although I had seen it on TV and at events, I had never actually experienced it, so I was really looking forward to it.

The forecast predicted rain for the day, but luckily it turned sunny and hot! I was told that if it had rained, they would have had to cancel due to slippery conditions, so I was glad it was clear!

We started with about 30 minutes of practice together. I was a bit anxious about riding the Segway for the first time, but our encouraging guide helped everyone master it quickly. Any initial worries disappeared, and we enjoyed the practice! Now, off to the Banna Forest!

Once we hit the course, we felt the refreshing wind as we zoomed along on the Segway! At various points, we listened to explanations about plants and insects, took photos at scenic spots, and had breaks to avoid fatigue. During the break, we enjoyed some tea and rice crackers, which were delicious! By the second half, everyone had gotten used to the Segway, picking up speed and maneuvering freely. At the end, we had some free time on the grass at the starting point, and everyone was having fun riding around.

Hmm, I want a Segway!!! Even if that's not possible, it would be great if we could ride them easily in more places.

The two hours flew by, and I was completely satisfied! I hope to visit again next time!

　昨年に続きダイビングの為に訪れた２度目の石垣島。昨年はいろいろと島の観光地を巡ったため今年は余った時間をアクティビティに当てようということで見つけたのがこのツアー！！テレビやイベントなどで見かけたことはあっても実際触れることはなかったので凄く楽しみでした。
　当日雨の予報でしたが、運良く晴れになり日差しが暑いぐらいに...雨だったら滑って危ないので中止にするところでしたって言われたので晴れて良かった～！
　始めの30分程度はみんなで練習。初めて乗るセグウェイに少し不安でしたが褒め上手なガイドさんにのせられてみんなどんどん運転をマスターできました。はじめの不安など無かったように楽しんで練習終了！！さあ、いよいよバンナの森に出発！
　コースに出ると風を気持ちよく感じながらセグウェイで疾走！途中いろいろなポイントで植物や昆虫の説明を聞き、景色のいいところで写真も撮ってもらい、疲れないように休憩を挟んでくれました。休憩ではお茶と煎餅をいただきましたがとてもおいしかったですよ！後半はみんなセグウェイにも慣れてきてスピードも出し自由に操れるようになってましたね。最後はスタート地点の芝生の上での自由行動みんな思い思いにセグウェイ操ってました。
　う～んセグウェイ欲しい！！！　それは無理だとしても、もっともっといろいろな場所で手軽に乗れるようになるといいですよね。
　あっという間の2時間でしたが大満足できました！！ぜひ次の機会にも訪れた時はよろしくお願いしますね。
　

On my first trip with my girlfriend, we went to Ishigaki Island. We joined this tour because we could experience the Segway, which has been a hot topic recently on TV. Since it was my first time, I struggled to get used to it, but thanks to the staff's thorough instructions, I was able to grasp the technique, and within 15 minutes, I was riding it confidently. After the basic lecture, we set off! Right after we started, I was overwhelmed by the magnificent nature of Banna Park. The moment I rode the Segway through the grand nature was an indescribable thrill. When we climbed to a high point, we could see the streets of Ishigaki Island, making it a great spot for commemorative photos. Additionally, the staff took pictures at various points, allowing us to capture memorable moments. After we finished touring around Banna Park, we had some free time on the grass. By that time, I was able to ride the Segway freely, so I enjoyed speeding up and making sharp turns. The two-hour tour went by in no time. I would definitely love to participate again!

彼女との初めての旅行で石垣島へ。テレビなどで最近話題のセグウェイが体験できるということでこのツアーに参加しました。
初めての体験だったのでなかなか慣れない中、スタッフの方の丁寧なレクチャーによりコツつかむことができ、15分も経てば乗りこなすことができました。基本的なレクチャーが終わり、いざ出発です！出発して早々、バンナ公園の壮大な自然に圧倒されました。壮大な自然の中をセグウェイで風を切る瞬間は言葉にできないほどの快感でした。高台まで登ると石垣島の街並みが一望できるので記念撮影にはオススメです。また、ポイント、ポイントでスタッフの方が写真を撮ってくださるので思い出の瞬間をしっかりと収めることもできます。
バンナ公園の中を一通り周り終えると、芝の上で自由な時間になります。その頃にはセグウェイも自由自在に乗りこなせているので、スピードを出して楽しんだり、急転回などをして楽しんだりできます。2時間のツアーでしたが本当にあっという間でした。是非ともまた参加させていただきたいです！

We participated in a Segway tour with two women!

It started to rain at the meeting time, and we were worried if the tour would go ahead, but we put on our raincoats and the briefing began (we had our own raincoats prepared, but it seems they are available on-site if you don't bring one).

After about a 30-minute briefing, we set off on the tour in light rain! At first, we were a bit nervous, but our guide, Michael (a Japanese person), kept making dad jokes from start to finish, making the tour fun and enjoyable. Before we knew it, the rain stopped, and we had a blast speeding through Bannai Park. There were about three breaks along the way, and Michael treated us to tea and salt rice crackers. There are lockers available, so you can participate with just your camera (or phone) during the tour (it might be best to have a strap to hang it around your neck). There were also restrooms available throughout the park.

Michael skillfully made various things from the different plants growing in the park, making it feel like we were watching a magic show. Unfortunately, we didn't encounter any, but if you're lucky, you might see turtles and other animals. The tour ended in no time, but it was a thoroughly enjoyable two hours! We talked about wanting to participate again with friends. I've visited Ishigaki Island many times, but this Segway experience made it the best stay I've ever had.

女性2名でセグウェイツアーに参加してきました！

集合時間に雨が降り出し、ツアー催行できるか不安でしたがレインコートを着て講習が始まりました(私たちは自前のレインコートを準備していましたが、持参していなくても現地で準備されているようです)。


30分程度の講習終了後、小雨降る中ツアーへ出発！最初は恐る恐るでしたが、ガイドの自称マイケルさん(日本人)が最初から最後まで親父ギャグ連発で面白おかしく案内してくれ、気づけば雨も上がりとっても楽しくバンナ公園内を疾走しました。展望台などで途中休憩も3回ほどあり、マイケルさんからお茶と塩せんべいの差し入れがありました。ロッカーもありますのでツアー中はカメラ(携帯)だけもって参加できます(首から下げられるようにストラップをつけているとベストかもしれません)。随所にトイレもありましたよ。

公園内に生えている様々な植物でマイケルさんが器用に色々なものを作ってくれ、まるで手品を見ているような気分でした。残念ながら私たちは出会えませんでしたが、運が良ければ亀や動物たちにも出会えるそうです。
ツアー行程はあっという間に終了してしまいましたが大満喫の2時間でした！友人とまた是非とも参加したいねと話しています。石垣島は何度も訪れていますがセグウェイ体験で今までで一番最高の滞在となりました。

I intended to enjoy the atmosphere of Taketomi Island while leisurely watching the speed of the water buffalo, but they stopped frequently, waiting for their "marking" (laughs). My expectations were not met. Well, they are living creatures, so that's to be expected. It seems like there is a set course, and they really only walk a short distance. I think it would be the same no matter which company you use.

If I had to say, using this service means you can only use this company's boat. They will take you to the boarding area according to the boat's departure time, but you can't enjoy the scenery at the dock leisurely. This is because the boat schedule is fixed. If you don't catch the right boat, there is quite a gap until the next one. If you want to conveniently use boats from other companies, I think it would be easier to book a boat individually and sign up for the water buffalo tour separately. You can go without a reservation. There is a bus waiting that will take you to the water buffalo boarding area. They also provided a ride back. It may be a bit more expensive, but that way you can ride any company's boat, which is more convenient. I was staying at Hotel Nikko Yaeyama, so I found the shuttle service appealing, but since I had a rental car and the parking at the island terminal is cheap, the shuttle might not have been that attractive. Even if I wanted to get a ride back from the island, the shuttle bus only departs at 2:30 PM at the earliest. I took the local bus back. It's a nice place to visit for a memory (though I didn't go to Hoshizuna Beach).

水牛さんの歩くスピードを楽しみながらゆっくり竹富島の雰囲気を味わうつもりで行きましたが、すぐ止まるし、マーキングとやらの排泄待ち（笑）。期待は裏切られます。まあ、生き物ですからそんなものです。コースは決められているようで、ホントに歩いてもすぐの距離しか歩きません。たぶん、どの会社を利用しても同じだと思います。
　強いて言えば、こちらを使えば当然こちらの会社の船しか利用できません。船の出る時間に合わせて乗り場まで送ってくれるのですが、船着き場でゆっくり風景を楽しんだりできません。それは船の時間が決まっているからです。ちょうどの船に乗らないと、次の船まで間隔がかなりあるからです。他の会社の船も便利に使おうと思ったら、個人で船に乗って、個人で水牛観光に申し込んだ方が便利だと思いました。予約なしに行っても大丈夫です。バスが待っていて、水牛乗り場まで送ってくれますから。帰りも送ってくれていました。割高になりますが、そのほうがどの会社の船にも乗れますし便利です。私は日航八重山に泊まっていたので送迎を魅力に思いましたが、レンタカーがあったし、離島ターミナルの駐車場は安いから、送迎は魅了的ではなかったかも。島から帰ってきて送ってもらおうと思っても、送迎バスは早くて14時30分発しかない。私は路線バスで帰りました。記念に行くには良い程度です（星砂海岸までは行っていません）。

I finally got to try out the Segway, something I had wanted to do for a long time! Before starting, I was worried about whether I could ride it well, but thanks to the detailed explanations on how to ride and safety tips, I was able to ride it easily! Plus, our guide, Michael (who is Japanese), kept cracking dad jokes, which made the explanations fun.

Before heading out on the course, we practiced a bit, and then it was time to go! We rode around on the Segway while learning about the plants and taking commemorative photos. At first, we moved slowly until we got used to it, and then we picked up speed as we continued on the course.

Since it was in a park, there were hardly any cars, and as long as we were careful of pedestrians, there were no issues! At various photo spots and rest areas, we got off the Segway to take breaks, which helped us avoid getting tired.

I participated in the evening, so it wasn't too hot, and I enjoyed speeding along comfortably! At the end, they even filmed a video for us, and I was completely satisfied with the experience! Two hours felt too short; it was such a fun time! I definitely want to participate again.

ずっとやってみたかった、セグウェイを初体験！
やる前は上手いこと乗れるか不安だったけど、細かく乗り方や注意点の説明を始めにして貰ったおかげで、簡単に乗れました！
しかもガイドのマイケルさん（日本人）のオヤジギャグ連発で説明も楽しかったです 笑
コースに出る前に少し練習をし、いざコースへ！
植物の説明や記念撮影をしながら、セグウェイに乗って一周。慣れるまではゆっくりと移動して貰い、慣れてきたらスピードを出しながら、コースを移動。
公園内の為、車まほとんど走ってなく、歩行者の方に気を付ければ、問題なし！
途中、撮影ポイントや休憩場所ではセグウェイから降りて、疲れないように調整してくれます。
今回、夕方の参加だったので、暑くもなく気持ち良くスピードを出しながら、楽しませて頂きました！
最後はムービー撮影までして貰い、至れり尽くせりで大満足です！
2時間じゃ物足りないくらい楽しい時間でした！また是非参加したいです。

You can efficiently enjoy island hopping.
At the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal, you can pick up tickets for boats and meals before departing on your own.
First, take a comfortable, spacious high-speed boat for 40 minutes, followed by a Nakama River cruise on Iriomote Island, and then visit Yubu Island with water buffalo, where you can enjoy a meal.
The meal was an Okinawan bento, and the atmosphere was enhanced by the song "Tears Soaked with Tears" at the water buffalo experience.

From Iriomote to Taketomi, it was over 30 minutes on a smaller boat, and it was hot.
After that, we took a glass-bottom boat, but it was disappointing due to the poor sea conditions after the typhoon.
We chose to take a bus on the island due to concerns about rain, but there was too little time for free exploration in Taketomi.
We only had about 15 minutes, which was unfortunate as we couldn't enjoy visiting the lovely souvenir shops or having tea.
My daughters, who chose the rental bicycle plan, were able to select their preferred ferry times (16:00, 17:00, 17:40) and enjoyed themselves until the last ferry. I was envious.
If you're confident in your physical stamina, I recommend this option.
By the way, the 16:00 ferry was the same comfortable high-speed boat as in the morning, while the 17:40 ferry was a smaller boat, but it had a cool cabin below.

離島めぐりを効率よく楽しめます。
石垣島の離島ターミナルで船や食事などの切符を受け取って各自で出発。
最初は新しくて広い快適な高速船で40分、西表島の仲間川クルーズ、水牛で由布島、食事。
食事は沖縄料理のお弁当で、水牛では涙そうそうの歌付きで雰囲気ありました。

西表から竹富までは小さめの船30分以上、暑かったです。
その後グラスボート、台風後のコンディションの悪い海なのが残念でした。
島内は雨を警戒してバスを選択しましたが、竹富自由散策の時間が少なすぎます。
15分くらいしかなく、素敵なお土産店巡りとかお茶とかの時間は取れず残念でした。
同行の娘たちはレンタサイクルプランでしたので、好きな船便（16時、17時、17時40）が選べて、最後の便まで楽しんでから戻りました。羨ましかったです。
体力に自信があるならこちらをお勧めします。
因みに16時は朝と同じ快適な高速船。17：40は小さな船でしたが下に涼しい船室があったそうです。

It was a tour that made effective use of the last morning of our trip. The guide provided a wealth of information about Ishigaki Island, both at the sightseeing spots and during the bus ride, sharing enjoyable stories that were truly great. I hardly had time to sleep! At the sightseeing locations, I was able to get some great photos, so thank you for that.

In the end, I was dropped off at the airport, which helped save on transportation costs. For those visiting Ishigaki Island for the first time, this tour is highly recommended as it covers all the main attractions. The hamburger for lunch was delicious, and the scenery was beautiful as well.

Both the guide and the driver were kind, making the experience really enjoyable. Not only did the guide share interesting stories, but the performance of the sanshin and singing also captured the essence of Ishigaki Island.

旅行最終日の午前中を有効に活用できるツアーでした。
観光場所でも、道中のバスの中でも、石垣島の情報を満遍なく、楽しいお話を交えてのガイドさんのお話、ほんとによかったです。寝る暇もなかったですよ。
観光どころでは、お写真を上手に撮っていただき、ありがとうございました。
最後には空港で降ろしてもらえたので、交通費の節約にもなりました。
石垣島に初めて行く人には、メインどころを満遍なく回れるツアーなのでほんとにオススメです。
ランチのハンバーグも美味しかったし、景色もよかったですよ。
ガイドのおじさんも、運転手さんも親切でほんとに楽しかったです。
ガイドのおじさんのお話だけでなく、三線の演奏と歌も石垣島の雰囲気満載でした。

I participated with my girlfriend. Although the weather wasn't very good, it was a satisfying tour that provided a very valuable experience. Without a specific time limit, we enjoyed a water buffalo tour and a rental bicycle tour, spending about four hours on the island, relishing the leisurely water buffalo sightseeing and the freedom of exploring the island on bicycles. In the morning, there were many people, but as the evening approached, the crowds thinned out, so for those who want a more relaxed experience, I recommend going later in the day. Also, you should definitely visit the shallow beach; it will surely become a wonderful memory, so you should bring your swimsuit.

彼女と参加しました。
天候があまり良くない日でしたが、とても貴重な体験が出来て満足なツアーでした。
滞在時間を特に決めずに私達は水牛観光＋レンタサイクルのツアーを体験し、のんびりとした時間の水牛観光と島内を自由に回れるレンタルサイクルを満喫したので、4時間程島に滞在しました。
午前中は人が多く夕方になるにつれて人が減ってきていたのでよりのんびりしたい人は遅めの時間がオススメです。
また遠浅の浜のビーチは是非いった方が良いです。
きっととても良い思い出になるので水着は持って行くべきです。

The cruise, gliding through the wind while seeing plenty of mangroves, was very pleasant. There were no other customers, so we got to enjoy a bit of luxury with a private experience. The water buffalo was very smart, and I was surprised. It was adorable.

たくさんのマングローブを見ながら風をきって走るクルーズはとても気持ちよかったです。ちょうどほかのお客様がいなく、貸し切りでちょっと豪華な感じを味わえました。
水牛さんはとても賢くて、びっくりしました。かわいらしかったです。

We participated as a family of four! I was worried that my wife might not meet the weight requirement, but after some practice, we were able to challenge ourselves and join in. On the day of the event, the weather was bad, and I was concerned, but we managed to complete about 80% of it. [It suddenly rained, and a typhoon developed.] At first, I was quite nervous, but the instructor was a lot of fun, and there was always laughter. Riding the Segway in a line behind the instructor felt just like a mother duck with her ducklings (laughs). We had a very meaningful and enjoyable experience. The instructor has left us with wonderful memories, and I would like to try again. I have enjoyed various tours so far, but this was the best Segway experience. Thank you very much!

家族4人での参加❣️
妻が体重不足で乗れるか心配でしたが、実施練習して出来ればOKとの事でチャレンジしたら参加できる事になり*\(^o^)/*当日の天候悪く、心配しましたが、なんとか80%を消化出来ました。〔雨が突然降り、台風発生により〕最初は恐る恐るでしたが、教官が大変楽しい方で、常に笑いが絶えませんでした*\(^o^)/*、セグウェイに乗り教官を先頭に4人後ろに並んでの走行は、まさにカルガモの親子(笑)
大変有意義に楽しんできました。教官の事は、楽しい思い出となり、再挑戦をしたいと思っております。今迄いろんなツアーを楽しみましたが、【セグウェイ最高】お世話になりました。m(_ _)m

I participated to finally ride the water buffalo cart. Perhaps due to the large number of participants, we departed on a large boat. The waves were quite rough on the way to Iriomote Island, and I got seasick. After 50 minutes, we arrived and switched to a cruise ship for the jungle cruise. After returning upstream, we transferred to a bus to move to the water buffalo cart boarding area on Yubu Island. Listening to the sound of the sanshin, we saw the hardworking water buffalo pulling a cart. I'm glad I could ride it and that I came here.

On Yubu Island, during our free time, we explored the island until it was time for the return water buffalo cart. The lunch was not bad if you didn't have high expectations, and I was full. It was so hot that the air conditioning was a treat.

From Iriomote Island to Taketomi Island, we smoothly traveled on a small high-speed boat. It didn't shake much, and I dozed off a bit.

On Taketomi Island, we took a bus to Hama Beach and collected star sand. Then we rode the water buffalo cart around the island. The water buffalo were more relaxed than I expected.

It was quick to get from Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island.

It was a busy tour that covered three islands in one go, but I'm glad I chose this. The temperatures were too high to relax on each island. Since we could only stay a short time on Taketomi Island, I would like to revisit when the weather is milder.

念願の水牛車に乗るために参加しました。
参加人数が多いためか大型船で出発。
西表島への途中たいへん波が荒くて、船酔いしました。
50分で到着後、クルーズ船に乗り換えてジャングルクルーズへ。
川上から戻ってきてバスに乗り換え、由布島への水牛車乗り場へ移動。
三線の音色を聞きながら、まじめにキビキビ働く水牛さんの引く一輪車。
乗れてよかった、来てよかった。
自由行動の由布島。
帰りの水牛車が出る時間まで、島内散策しました。
お昼ご飯は期待しなければ、まずくはないレベルでお腹一杯に。
とにかく暑いのでクーラーがご馳走です。

西表島から竹富島へは小型高速船でスムーズに。
あまり揺れず、ウトウトと寝てしまうほど。

竹富島ではバスで皆治浜へ移動。星の砂を拾いました。
それから水牛車に乗って一周しました。
思っていたより水牛さんたちはのんびりしてました。

竹富島から石垣島へはすぐです。

一気に三島を巡った慌ただしいツアーでしたが、これを選択してよかったです。
気温が高過ぎて、各島でのんびりできる状態ではなかったし。
竹富島には短時間しか滞在できなかったので、もう少し気温が穏やかな時期に再訪したいです。

I was able to efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island, and traveling by bus was very easy. It was nice to have the freedom to explore each area. However, as a solo participant, I found it quite awkward that seating was assigned during lunch. I think it would be even better if there were more consideration for solo travelers!

西表島、由布島、竹富島と効率良くまわることができ、バスでの移動もとても楽でした。
各エリアでは自由にまわれたので良かったです。
ただ、私は一人参加でしたがお昼の際に席が決められていたのはとても気まずかったです。
もう少し一人参加の人への配慮があるとなお良いと思いました！

I was hesitant to go to the remote island due to concerns about the weather, but I decided to go for it. On the first day of my stay in Ishigaki Island, I took the first flight in the morning, dropped my luggage at the hotel, and headed straight to Taketomi Island. The weather was sunny with occasional showers.

I chose the rental bicycle plan this time, and I think it was a good choice given that we had just under four hours of stay. We were able to cover most of the recommended course from the rental bike shop and had enough time at the points of interest. For those with a longer stay, I think choosing both the water buffalo cart and the rental bicycle would be good, but if you have to choose one, the rental bicycle is definitely recommended. The range of activities is vastly different.

Among the places we visited, the view from Nishi Sanchashi was the best, and it was very relaxing. There were some sandy paths that were a bit difficult to ride on, but it wasn't too bothersome. The hills were fewer than I had researched, which was nice. However, cycling during the day at this time of year is quite hot, so it's important to stay hydrated.

When returning the rental bicycle, we ended up waiting quite a while for the shuttle bus to the port, possibly because it was a busy time. It might be safer to return a little earlier than the designated time from the shop. Since our hotel was a bit far from the remote island terminal, the shuttle bus to the hotel was very helpful.

With the shuttle bus, round-trip ferry fare, and rental bicycle all included at this price, and the freedom to move around during our stay, I highly recommend this optional tour.

離島は天気が心配のため、行くのをためらっていましたが、思い切って行ってきました。
石垣島滞在初日に朝一の飛行機に乗り、ホテルに荷物を預け、竹富島に直行。
天気は晴れ時々スコールでした。
レンタサイクルプランを今回は選択しましたが、滞在時間4時間弱ではその選択は良かったと思います。レンタサイクル屋さんのおすすめコースを概ね回ることができ、ポイントでもそこそこ時間をとることができました。
滞在時間が長い方は水牛車とレンタサイクルの両方をチョイスするのも良いと思いますが、どちらかを選択するのであれば、レンタサイクルの方が断然お奨めですね。行動範囲が断然違います。
廻った中では、西桟橋からの景色が一番良く、のんびりできました。
所々砂交じりの道があり、走りづらいところもありましたが、気になるほどではありません。
坂道も下調べどおり少なかったのでよかったです。
ただ、この時期のお昼に自転車は暑いですね、水分補給だけはしっかりしないと大変です。
レンタサイクル返却時はちょうど混み合う時間帯だったためか、港までの送迎バスを結構待つ形となりましたので、お店の指定時間よりも少し前に戻った方が安心かもしれません。
滞在ホテルが離島ターミナルから少し離れた場所だったので、帰りは送迎バスでホテルまで送っていただき大変助かりました。
送迎バス＋往復船代＋レンタサイクルでこの金額でかつ滞在時間中は自由に行動でき、滞在時間も自分たちで決めることができるので、このオプショナルツアーはおすすめです。

You can efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island. I participated alone, but since we were in a reasonably large group, I didn't feel particularly anxious. Among them, Iriomote Island left a particularly deep impression on me. The bus driver and the guides were all very kind.

西表島・由布島・竹富島を効率よく回れます。ひとり参加でしたが、そこそこの大人数で行動するので特に不安はありませんでした。
中でも西表島は特に印象深かったです。
バスの運転手さんやガイドさんはみな親切でした。

The water buffalo carts in Yubu Island and Taketomi Island were both interesting, and time flew by. Since it was a hot day, choosing the bus tour instead of renting a bicycle was the right decision.

由布島での水牛車、竹富島での水牛車はそれぞれにおもしろく、時間がたつのが早く感じました。暑い日だったので、レンタサイクルにしないでバスツアーにして正解でした。

I was very satisfied. In the morning, I took a comfortable high-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi Island. I enjoyed sightseeing while being swayed by the water buffalo "Ryu-kun." The streets lined with blooming hibiscus were amazing. I searched for star sand at Hama no Ebi Beach using a rental bicycle. I will never forget lunch at "Kanifu" and the zenzai (shaved ice). I want to go again.

大変満足しました。朝、石垣島から高速フェリーで快適に竹富島へ。水牛「琉くん」にゆられ島内観光。ハイビスカスが咲き乱れる街並みは最高です。レンタサイクルで皆治浜で星砂探し。お昼は「かにふ」でランチとぜんざい（かき氷）は忘れられません。また行きたいと思います。

I made a reservation for my father's group trip. They wanted to stay in Ishigaki Island and visit nearby islands for a day, so we chose this plan. Although they couldn't spend much time on each island since they visited three islands—Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island—in one day, they said it was highly recommended for first-timers because it allowed them to see all the highlights in one go. In particular, they enjoyed the cruise around the mangroves and the water buffalo cart ride, which gave them a taste of Okinawa. The guide who accompanied them was also kind, and they had a great time.

父の同期旅行にあわせて予約しました。石垣島に滞在しつつ、日帰りで近くの離島を回りたいとのことで、このプランに決めました。西表島・由布島・竹富島と１日で３島を一気に回る為、それぞれの島でゆっくりする事は出来なかったそうですが、初めての人にとっては、見所をまとめて見学できることから、とてもおすすめだったと言っていました。中でも、マングローブ周辺のクルーズや水牛車での島渡りは、沖縄らしさが味わえたようです。ご案内をしていただいたガイドさんも親切で、楽しかったそうです。

I was able to thoroughly enjoy the Yaeyama Islands with a well-organized itinerary!!!! I'm glad I signed up for the tour!!!! The lunch bento I had also featured Okinawan cuisine, and I was very satisfied!!

予定もしっかり組んでもらい八重山諸島も堪能できました!!!!ツアー申し込んで良かったです!!!!昼食に食べたお弁当も沖縄料理が使われていて満足でした!!

Listening to the sanshin while swaying on a water buffalo in Taketomi Island was amazing! The mangroves in Iriomote Island were also less crowded at that time, so I was able to enjoy them at a leisurely pace. I highly recommend it.

竹富島で水牛に揺られながら聞くサンシンは最高でした！！西表島のマングローブも時間帯的に空いていたのでゆっくり見れました。オススメです。

I apologize for the delay in posting. I travel to Okinawa every year at the end of the year, but it often rains, and this time it was not just heavy rain, but a stormy weather during the bus tour.

The tour efficiently covered the highlights of Ishigaki Island, and I recommend it for the enjoyable experience with the guide. However, on this day, I was unfortunate enough to sit at the very front of the glass-bottom boat, and I ended up soaking wet from the rain coming in through the gaps in the roof. We were crammed together and unable to move, and although I used an umbrella, my pants got completely drenched.

My spirits were quite low, but I was grateful that the bus guide allowed me to change at the staff break room. It might be understandable that the guide doesn't ride the glass-bottom boat, but I was disappointed that there was no support at all during the ride, and I wish there had been a bit more consideration.

投稿がすっかり遅くなってしまい、すみません。
毎年年末に沖縄旅行をしていますが、雨のことが多く、今回も大雨…どころか、嵐のような天気の中でのバスツアーとなりました。
内容としては、石垣島のいいところを効率よく、ガイドさんと楽しく巡ることができてお勧めです。
ただ、この日は運悪く大雨のうえに風が強く、グラスボートの一番前に座った私は、屋根の隙間から入ってくる雨でびしょびしょになってしまいました。ぎゅうぎゅうにつめて座らせられて身動きできず、傘はさしましたが、ズボンがびしょびしょになってしまいました。
すっかりテンションが下がってしまいましたが、バスガイドさんが、スタッフ用の休憩所で着替えさせてくださったので、ありがたかったです。
ガイドさんはグラスボートには乗らないので仕方がないのかもしれませんが、グラスボートの中では全くフォローがなかったので、もう少し配慮があってもいいのに…と残念に思いました。

I participated on the day I moved to another hotel in Ishigaki Island. Since I was with a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old, I joined the latest session at 10:45 in the morning. I was happy that I could leave my suitcase after checking out. It took about 10 minutes to get to Taketomi Island, and after a 15-minute bathroom break, we enjoyed a glass-bottom boat ride for about 30 minutes. The kids were thrilled to see Nemo without any worries about seasickness. After a 5-minute bus ride, we relaxed and enjoyed a 30-minute water buffalo cart ride, taking in the island's nature and buildings.

石垣島で別のホテルへ移る日に参加。5歳児と2歳児を連れていたため、午前中の1番遅い10:45から参加。チェックアウト後だったのでスーツケースを預けられたのが嬉しかったです。約10分で竹富島へ行き、15分のトイレ休憩の後、グラスボート約30分。心配した船酔いもなく、ニモに会えた子供は大喜び。バスで5分ほど移動後に、ゆったりまったり水牛車で30分島内の自然や建物を満喫できました。

I participated on the last day of my trip. Perhaps because it was the off-season, there were few participants, and the time spent at each location was short, but it didn't feel too rushed, which was nice. We arrived at Ishigaki Airport with enough time to explore, and I was able to leisurely choose some additional souvenirs. However, it was disappointing that the guide's voice was very difficult to hear while on the bus. I was sitting near the front, so I could barely hear, but I wonder if those at the back could hear almost nothing? I think the microphone volume needs to be increased.

For lunch, a hamburger set was already prepared. It was ready to eat as soon as we arrived. The hamburger and Yaeyama soba were warm, but the fish tempura was completely cold, which was disappointing. The seasonings were delicious, just as recommended.

旅行最終日に参加しました。
閑散期だったせいか、参加者も少なく一つ一つの滞在時間は短ったですが
そこまであわただしいという印象もなく良かったです。
石垣空港も探検できる時間に到着し、ゆっくりお土産の追加を選べました。
ただ、バスに乗っている際にガイドさんが話してくれる声が非常に聞き取りにくくて残念でした。
私はまだ前の方の席に座っていたのでかろうじて聞こえましたが、
最後尾の方はほとんど聞こえていないのでしょうか？
マイク音量あげないといけないと思います。

お昼はハンバーグセットがすでにセッティングしてありました。着いたらすぐに食べられる仕様です。
ハンバーグと八重山そばは温かかったですが、魚の天ぷらが冷え切ってて残念。
調味料はおすすめの通りおいしかったです。

The travel period just after the long holiday and before the rainy season was perfect. The mangrove forest tour by boat in Iriomote offered an exotic atmosphere, with scenery different from that of Okinawa's main island, resembling the streets of Guam. The water buffalo cart ride to Yufu was also relaxing, and the meal at the botanical garden was delicious. On Taketomi Island, I chose to rent a bicycle, which was the right decision. I leisurely rode my bike to the star sand beach and visited the museum. I got a little lost, but that too became a memorable experience. The only mistake was not bringing my swimsuit. For those on the rental bicycle plan, a swimsuit is essential. Finally, before returning the bicycle, I had some tea while listening to island songs, feeling relaxed in the gentle breeze under a private home's eaves.

連休明けの梅雨前で旅行期間は最高でした。西表のボートでのマングローブ林観光は異国情緒が有り沖縄本島と違う風景で街並みもグアムの様な雰囲気でした。由布への水牛車ものんびりと島に渡っての植物園での食事も美味しかったです。最後の竹富島ではレンタサイクルをチョイスしましたが、正解です。のんびりと自転車で星の砂の浜に行ったり、資料館に行ったり。少し道に迷いましたがそれも思い出です。ただ、水着を持ってなかったのが唯一の失敗です。レンタサイクルプランの方は水着は必須です。最後に自転車を返す前にお茶をしましたが、民家の軒先で静かな風に吹かれて島唄を聴き癒されました。

I highly recommend this tour as you can visit three islands in the Yaeyama archipelago in just one day. On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a Nakama River cruise, on Yubu Island, we took a water buffalo cart ride, and on Taketomi Island, we went cycling, which allowed us to experience the unique attractions of each island. I especially think it's great that on Taketomi Island, you can choose activities based on your individual preferences, and you can also select the return boat time, making it a relatively flexible tour despite being a guided one.

1日で見所を押さえた八重山の離島を3島も廻れるのでおすすめです。
西表島では仲間川クルーズ、由布島では水牛車、竹富島ではサイクリングとその島々の特徴にあった観光が出来て良かったです☆
特に竹富島ではそれぞれの要望に沿ってアクティビティーを選べるのがとてもいいと思いますし、竹富島からの帰りの船の時間も自分たちで選べるのでツアーでありながら比較的自由度の高いツアーだと思います☆

I think this is a very efficient tour because the guide explains the island and tourist attractions that you wouldn't understand just from the guidebook!

At each location, the guide takes photos for you, and if you schedule your return flight in the afternoon, you can arrange this tour in the morning, which allows for a stop at the airport on the way back. This is especially recommended for solo travelers who don't plan to rent a car.

The lunch was delicious, and the guide's sanshin performance was pleasant. However, I thought it would have been even better if we could have stopped at Hirakubo Cape, the northernmost point of the island!

バスで島の名所をガイドブックからだけでは分からない島や観光名所の説明をしてくれるのでとても効率的なツアーだと思います！！

各所ではガイドさんが写真を撮ってくれたり、帰りの飛行機を午後にして午前中にこのツアーを組めば帰りがけ空港にも寄ってくれるのでもするのでレンタカーで回る予定のないひとり旅の人には特にオススメです☆

お昼ご飯も美味しく、ガイドさんの三線も心地よくて◎。ただ、島最北端の平久保崎にも寄れたらもっといいのになと思いました！

You can efficiently visit the highlights of the remote islands with a guided tour, which was a great help since it was my first time visiting. You'll definitely be healed by the adorable water buffalo!

お任せで離島の見どころを効率良く廻れます、初めて訪れたので助かりました。可愛い水牛に癒される事間違い無しです

On May 16th (Monday), I went on a three-island tour. Today marks the start of the rainy season, so I was worried about whether the weather would hold up for the day. However, as I stepped out of the hotel and looked up at the sky, I was greeted by blue skies and thick clouds with a beautiful rainbow, which felt like a good omen. I have a feeling that things will go well.

After completing the procedures at the remote island terminal, I took a commemorative photo with the statue of Yoshitaka Gushiken and boarded the boat. The ride to Ohara Port took just over 30 minutes; it wasn't enough to make me seasick, but the boat was rocking quite a bit. It started to rain as well.

Once we arrived, I took care of my restroom needs and switched to the mangrove cruise boat to set off. Although it was cloudy, the weather improved with occasional rays of sunlight breaking through. My excitement for the mangroves, heightened by the scenery I saw the previous day at the coral reef in Ishigaki Island, was palpable. As we traveled upstream from the sea into Nakama River, the mangroves appeared with their twisted roots and densely packed roots supporting a single trunk, creating a mountain-like shape. Although they were just regular plant roots, everything exuded a strong vitality, making me feel like some mysterious creature might appear.

The captain skillfully navigated the boat while explaining the trees and birds, showcasing a meticulousness typical of women. He showed us a handful of large clams that were harvested right there. On the way there, I was too busy taking photos, but on the return trip, I enjoyed the scenery at a leisurely pace.

Next, we took a bus to Iriomote Island, to Mihara. The driver's anecdotes about the remote islands were entertaining, making the journey enjoyable. Upon arriving at Mihara, we were greeted by many water buffaloes on the beach. We boarded the "Hibari" cart, which was quite crowded due to various reasons.

The driver shared stories about the upbringing of the hibari calves, and laughter filled the cart as we arrived at the opposite shore at the Yufu Island Botanical Garden. We were welcomed with leis, which lifted our spirits. There were also opportunities for commemorative photos and photo sales.

As we passed through the tropical banyan trees, vibrant flowers, and large plants and leaves, we made our way to the lunch venue. We enjoyed Okinawan cuisine served in a tiered box, and after that, we strolled through the botanical garden again.

The rain picked up a bit here, so we ventured out with umbrellas through the lush greenery towards the sea. The pristine white sandy beach and the transparent ocean were beautiful. I thought to myself that it would have been stunning if the weather had been clear. On the way back, I was swayed by the "Koumei" cart, leaving Yufu behind.

Returning to Ohara Port, we headed to the last island, Taketomi Island. After a restroom break at the waiting area, we boarded the "Mansaku" cart and set off. Along the way, we listened to the charming island songs sung by the driver, as we leisurely progressed through the traditional streets lined with coral stone walls, orange-tiled roofs, and shisa statues.

After circling the island, we took a commemorative photo with Mansaku. There was a paid photo service and a free small photo gift. Of course, we could also take pictures with our own cameras.

On the way back to Taketomi Port, we stopped by Hoshizuna Beach. We received star sand as a gift, but following the guide's advice, I collected some star sand myself. This concluded our day's itinerary as we returned to Ishigaki Island. By the time we were heading back, I had completely gotten used to the boat's rocking and felt relaxed.

It was a day that flew by, but for someone new to Ishigaki Island, it was great to efficiently visit many tourist spots. Next time, I would love to stay overnight on a remote island on a sunny day. I might be hooked!

5月16日(月)、3島めぐりです。本日から梅雨に突入ということで、一日お天気がもつか心配ですが、ホテルから出て空を見上げると青空と厚い雲になんと虹がかかっていて、幸先いい感じ。なんとかいけそうな予感がします。
離島ターミナルで手続きを済ませ、具志堅用高さんの銅像と記念撮影をして船に乗り込みます。
大原港まで30分強、船酔いまではいきませんが、なかなかの揺れ。雨も降ってきました。
到着後、トイレを済ませから、マングローブクルーズ船に乗り換え出発です。
曇ってはいるものの時折り薄日が差すまでに天候も回復。前日、石垣島のビルギ群落で見た景色で高まったマングローブへの期待に胸が膨らみます。海から仲間川へと遡っていくにつれ見えてくるマングローブは、どうしたらそうなるのかというくらいに曲がりくねった木の根や、一本の幹を支えるために山の形に密集した根。普通の植物の根と同じなのだけれど、とにかく全てが太く強い生命力を感じさせ、何か不思議な生き物が現れそうな気がしてきます。
船長さんは木々や鳥たちのの説明をしながら、女性ならではの細やかさで見事なハンドルさばきです。ここで採れたという片手いっぱいの大きなしじみを見せてくれました。
行きは写真を撮るのに夢中でしたが、帰りはのんびり景色を楽しみます。
次はバスで西表島、美原へ。ドライバーさんの離島あるあるが楽しくて、移動中も退屈しません。
美原に着くと、浜にはたくさんの水牛たち。訳あり、子だくさんの「ひばり」号に乗車します。
御者のおじさんが聞かせてくれる、ひばりの子供たちの生い立ち話に、牛車中笑いに包まれながら、対岸の由布島植物園に到着。歓迎のレイをかけてもらって、気分も高まります。記念撮影と写真販売もありました。
南国ならではのがじゅまるの木や鮮やかな花々、大きな草木や葉っぱの間を抜けながら、ランチの会場へ。一段の重箱を仕切って小分けされた沖縄料理に舌鼓をうち、再度植物園の散策へ。
ここで雨が少し強くなったので、傘を差しながら鮮やかな緑の中を抜け海へ。真っ白な砂浜と透き通った海。晴れていたなら、きっとすごくきれいだろうなと思いながら、帰りは、ひばりの娘「小梅」号にゆられ、由布を後にしました。
大原港へ戻り、最後の島、竹富島へ。待合所でトイレ休憩の後、「満作」号に乗車し、出発です。途中途中で御者のおじさんの味のある島唄を聞きながら、サンゴの石垣とオレンジの屋根瓦とシーサー、伝統の街並みをゆったり、まったりと進んでゆきます。
島を一周後、満作と記念撮影。有料の写真販売と無料の小さな写真のプレゼントがありました。もちろん、自分のカメラでも撮影可能です。
竹富港への帰りに星砂浜へ立ち寄ります。プレゼントで星の砂をもらえるのですが、ガイドさんのアドバイスを聞いて、自ら星の砂を採取。これにて、一日の行程は終了。竹富港から石垣島へと戻ります。帰りには船の揺れにもにもすっかりなれ、余裕です。
あっ！という間の一日でしたが、石垣島初心者には、たくさんの観光地を効率良く周れて、とっても良かったです。
次回はお天気の良い日に、離島で宿泊もしてみたいな。はまったかも！！

I used this tour for a family trip during this year's Golden Week. It was a short 2-night, 3-day trip, and since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I wanted to efficiently visit the sightseeing spots. This tour is recommended because it allows you to visit the main attractions of three islands in one day. However, I can't deny that it felt a bit rushed. I think it might have been a bit tough for my parents, who have some mobility issues.

今年のGWに家族旅行で利用しました。2泊3日の短い旅行で、しかも初めての石垣島でしたので、効率よく観光地をまわりたいと考えていました。本ツアーは3島の主な観光地を1日でまわることができるのでおすすめです。ただ、すこし慌ただしくなってしまう感は否めません。足腰の悪い両親には少しきつかったのではと思います。

Everything went smoothly, and I was able to spend a comfortable day.
I chose cycling on Taketomi Island, and the weather was nice, so I had a great time.
I thought about having some tea to relax, but most of the shops were closed, and the ones that were open took over 30 minutes to serve what I ordered.
However, this is also Okinawa time! I found it amusing to just take it easy.

すべてがスムーズに運び、快適な１日を過ごすことが出来ました。
竹富島ではサイクリングを選びましたが、お天気もよくルンルンで楽しめました。
疲れてお茶でもしようかと思いましたが、閉まってるお店ばかりで、やってるお店も注文したものが出てくるのに30分以上かかる、と。
しかし、これも沖縄時間❗ゆったりしてると、笑えました。

I participated in a tour that took us from Ishigaki Island by boat to Iriomote Island, and then to Yubu Island and Taketomi Island.

On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a boat tour of the Nakama River, where the guide provided detailed information about the island's features and plants, making it a lot of fun.

After having lunch on Yubu Island, we were free to explore the island at our own pace, which was very relaxing. Riding the water buffalo across the river was particularly interesting, and the small children riding with us were thrilled. After a leisurely time on Yubu Island, we headed to Taketomi Island.

On Taketomi Island, we started with a bus tour. Since it was a large group tour, I was a bit worried about whether I would enjoy the bus sightseeing, but the bus driver kindly shared information about the island's features and made stops at viewpoints and beaches, allowing us to enjoy the sightseeing. Thanks to the bus driver teaching us how to find star sand, we were able to discover a lot, which was great.

It was especially hot that day, and since the roads on Taketomi Island are covered in sand, it seemed like biking would be difficult, so the bus tour was definitely the right choice. After the bus tour, we leisurely explored the island by water buffalo cart. I thought I would be tired after visiting three islands, but it was a well-organized tour that allowed us to take our time.

石垣島から船で西表島に息、その後、由島、竹富島と３島を巡るツアーに参加しました。
西表島は仲間川を船で観光しましたが、船のガイドの方が島の特徴や植物のことを丁寧に教えてくれて、とっても楽しかったです。
由布島ではお昼ご飯を食べた後は自由に島をまわれて、ゆっくりできました。特に水牛にのって川を渡って行くのはとても面白く、一緒に乗っていた小さい子どもたちも大喜びでした。由布島でのんびりした後は、竹富島へ。
竹富島ではまずバス観光をしました。大人数のツアーだったこともあるので、バス観光で楽しめるかなと不安に思っていましたが、バスの運転手さんが丁寧に島の特徴を教えてくれ、ビューポイントやビーチに寄ってくれたので、楽しく観光することができました。星砂もバスの運転手さんが見つけ方を教えてくれたおかげで、たくさん見つけられ、とても良かったです。
特にその日はとても暑く、竹富島は道路が砂で覆われており自転車だと大変そうだったので、バス観光は正解でした。バス観光の後は水牛車でゆっくり島を巡り、３島まわって疲れるのかなと思っていましたが、至れり尽くせりのツアーでとてもゆっくり巡ることができました。