All Reviews for Kabira Bay

I was satisfied with the convenience of the tickets, but some drivers reacted with "What's this?" when I first showed them the smartphone screen. It seems fine if you exchange it for a paper ticket.

This time, I took the bus to the Yonago Pottery Workshop, but when I found out that I had to wait about three hours for the return bus, I ended up having to take a taxi. What was supposed to be a budget-friendly trip turned into an expensive outing.

チケットの利便性には満足ですが、ドライバーさんによってははじめにスマホ画面を見せると「何コレ？」という反応をされます。
紙のチケットに引き換えてしまえば大丈夫そうです。

今回は米子焼工房に行くためにバスに乗ったのですが、帰りの便が3時間ほど待つと知り、結局タクシーを使う羽目になりました。
お得に周遊できるはずがイタイ出費でした。

As a complete beginner, I had so many questions, but I was taught in a detailed and careful manner! Additionally, the staff made an effort to keep things fun! In the end, I was able to paddle while standing, and I was very satisfied! I highly recommend it, so please give it a try!

本当に初心者で、分からないことだらけでしたが細かく丁寧に教えてもらえました！
また、なるべく楽しくなるように担当スタッフが盛り上げてくれました！
最後は立って漕ぐことができ、とても満足です！
おすすめなのでぜひ参加してみてください！

It was a wonderful experience to be able to go stand-up paddleboarding at the most beautiful Kabira Bay in Ishigaki Island. The weather was nice, and there wasn't much wind, making it a great memory.

石垣島で一番綺麗な川平湾でサップができたこととても良い体験になりました。天気が良くて風もあまりないとても良い思い出です

The weather that day was very nice, and the water was incredibly clear! It seems that the scenery has even earned a Michelin three-star rating, and that really came across! The guide was also very friendly, and it was a lot of fun!!

その日はとても天気が良くて水がとても綺麗でした！それが景色のミシュラン三ツ星を獲得しているらしくその事もすごく伝わりました！ガイドさんもとても気さくなかたで楽しかったです！！

I had a great time with stand-up paddleboarding at Kabira Bay for the first time. It's been selected as one of Japan's 100 scenic views, and it was very beautiful with the ocean looking so clear.

初めての川平湾sup楽しかったです。
日本100景にも選ばれてるとあってとてもきれいで海が透き通ってみえました。

I purchased a one-day free pass.
I have visited Ishigaki Island many times, but this is the first time I bought it.
As a result, it was definitely the right decision.
If you plan well and use it effectively, you can save a few thousand yen.
However, when I presented the voucher to receive the free pass on my first ride, it seemed that the driver was confused and didn't understand the process.

1日フリーパス券を購入しました
何回も石垣島には訪問していますが、今回購入したのが初めてです
結果、購入して大正解でした
計画を立てて、上手く使えば数千円程度節約できます
ただ、初回乗車時にバウチャーを提示してフリーパス券を貰うのですが、その流れがドライバーさんには分からなかったみたいで、戸惑っていました

I received a confirmation call the day before participating, where they kindly provided information about the hotel pick-up time and what to bring. On the morning of the event, a car came to pick me up from the hotel, and we chatted while moving to the experience location. It was easy to talk, and the transfer was enjoyable!

I had done SUP once before, but it had been a while, so I was a bit worried. Before starting the SUP at Kabira Bay, there was a lecture on how to paddle and stand, and during the experience, they provided a lot of encouragement, which made it easy to enjoy!

After the SUP experience, we moved to the terminal. During the transfer, they introduced several recommended shops, which was helpful for my travel plans. ✨

For snorkeling, we went to the Blue Cave and snorkeled in the nearby sea. Before starting, they carefully taught us how to put on the goggles. It was incredibly beautiful, and there were various kinds of fish, which was fun!

However, the people snorkeling with us were foreigners who didn't listen much and were quite free-spirited, which seemed to make things difficult for the staff, and it left me feeling a bit disappointed.

During both experiences, they took many photos and sent them to us, which became great memories. 😊 Although I felt a bit disappointed due to the company I was with, overall, it was a very enjoyable tour, and I'm glad I participated.

参加する前日に確認の電話があり、ホテル送迎の時間や持ち物など丁寧にご案内していただきました。
当日の朝ホテルに車で迎えに来て頂いてお話しながら体験場所まで移動しました。話やすくて移動も楽しかったです！
SUP自体は１回した事ありますが、久しぶりで少し心配していました。
川平湾SUP始める前に漕ぎ方、立ち方などレクチャーがあり、体験中も声を沢山かけて頂き安心して楽しく体験できました！
SUP体験後はターミナルへ移動。移動時間はおすすめのお店を何件か紹介して頂き、旅行プランの参考になりました✨
シュノーケルは青の洞窟行ってその近くの海でシュノーケルでした。
シュノーケル始める前にゴーグル付け方など丁寧に教えてくださいました。
すごく綺麗で色んな種類の魚がいて楽しかったです！
ただ一緒にシュノーケルする方が外国人の方で話聞かなかったり自由な方々でスタッフさん大変そうでしたし、こちらも少し残念な気持ちになりました。

どちらの体験の時にたくさん写真撮っていただき送ってくださいました😊良い思い出になりました✨
一緒に回る方によって少し残念な思いをしましたがそれ以外はとっても楽しく参加して良かったと思える良いツアーでした。

The weather was favorable, and the view from Tamatori-zaki Observatory was great. There were many sightseeing opportunities from the car window, but since it was almost full, there were some seats where the view wasn't very good.

天気にも恵まれ，玉取崎展望台からの眺めはよかったです。
車窓からの見学が多いですが，ほぼ満席であったため，席によってはあまり見えないこともあります。

I participated with my 5-year-old and 3-year-old. I tend to get motion sickness, but the ride was smooth enough that I enjoyed it without feeling sick. The kids were super excited to see Nemo and the turtles! However, my husband, who was sitting across from us, said he didn't get to see as many turtles as we did. Since we were the last to board, we might have had the chance to see the turtles at the same level as the captain, who pointed them out. It's not something that can be easily controlled, but sitting next to the captain is recommended! Also, I reserved the 10:20 AM tour, but I was informed that the departure times can vary a bit. They said, "We can guide you at 10:05 AM. The next one is at 10:25 AM," so I changed to the earlier time. If you arrive early, I recommend checking in right away to avoid wasting time.

5歳、3歳の子連れで参加しました。私は乗り物酔いする方ですが揺れが少なく酔わずに楽しめました。ニモやカメが見られて子供達は大興奮！ただ向かいに座っていた夫は私達ほどはカメを見られなかったそう。私達は最後に乗ったので、船長さんの隣で船長さんが見つけたカメを同じ目線で見られたのかもしれません。なかなかコントロールできることではありませんが、船長さんの隣、おすすめです！また、10時20分の回を予約したのですが出発時刻は多少変動するそうで「10時5分にご案内できます。次は10時25分です」とのことだったので早い時間に変えてもらいました。早く着いたら時間潰しせずに、とりあえず受付されることをおすすめします。

It was absolutely amazing! On the day of our return, we were able to efficiently sightsee until our flight departure, enjoying wonderful views. I highly recommend it! The guide was also fantastic, and we got to listen to folk songs—everything was perfect!

いやぁ　最高でした
帰りの日、飛行機🛫出発前まで効率よく観光できて、素晴らしい景色も堪能でき、ほんとお勧めです!
ガイドさんも素晴らしく、民謡も聴けて、申し分無しでーす‼︎

I participated in snorkeling near the phantom island (Hamajima) and was very satisfied with the high clarity of the water! It was nostalgic to see staff members who had helped me during another activity last year. I would love to participate again.

幻の島（浜島）と近くでのシュノーケリングに参加しましたが、海の透明度が高く大変満足でした！
スタッフさんも昨年別のアクティビティでお世話になった方がいらっしゃったので懐かしかったです。
また参加したいです。

I was nervous on my first stand-up paddleboarding experience, but I was taught patiently and enjoyed it until the end. After the experience, I ate at the burger place that was recommended, and it was very delicious. Overall, I had a great day.

初めてのsupで緊張しましたが、丁寧に教えていただき、最後まで楽しめました。
体験後にお勧めしていただいたハンバーガー屋さんでご飯を食べましたが、非常に美味しく、総じて良い1日を過ごすことができました。

I used the bus to conveniently reach my destination. You can use it within 24 hours, including stops along the way from the northern lighthouse of Ishigaki Island to the airport.

バスを利用して便利に目的地までいきました。石垣島の北の灯台から空港までの間途中下車も含め　
24時間以内であれば使用できます

I learned about the one-day bus free pass while researching transportation options in advance. This is a very cost-effective system.

事前に移動方法を調べている時にバスの一日フリーパスのことを知りました。これは大変にコスパの良いシステムですね。

We were able to see sea turtles on the optional glass-bottom boat. The guide mentioned that "the visibility wasn't great, as if it had rained recently," but since we were prepared for heavy rain, we were relieved that it was only light rain. I was satisfied with the quantity and quality of the lunch. The bus guide was also very good at storytelling, which made the experience enjoyable.

オプションのグラスボートで海亀がみられました。「雨の後のようで透明度が今一つ」とガイドさんは言ってましたが、大雨も覚悟していたので、小雨程度で済んで良かったです。昼食の量や内容は満足です。バスのガイドさんも話が上手で楽しめました。

It was my first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and the guide's explanations were very thorough and easy to understand, which made me feel safe and enjoy it! I was a bit nervous at first, but I quickly got used to it and was able to fully enjoy the beautiful sea, experiencing something out of the ordinary. It was a highly satisfying activity. It became a wonderful memory! I definitely recommend it to beginners as well.

初めてのSUP体験でしたが
ガイドさんの説明がとても丁寧でわかりやすく
安心して楽しむことができました！
最初はちょっと緊張していたものの
すぐに慣れて、めちゃくちゃ綺麗な海で
非日常をたっぷり味わえて
大満足のアクティビティでした。
とても素敵な思い出になりました！
初心者の方にもぜひおすすめしたいです。

I was able to enjoy a relaxed and easy tour of Ishigaki Island as we circled around the main sightseeing spots. I was captivated by the bus guide's skillful storytelling during the tour. Thanks to that, I felt like I learned a bit more about Ishigaki Island. Additionally, the performance of folk songs and the sanshin created a lively atmosphere in the bus, so there was never a dull moment. Since solo participants had two seats, I was able to relax comfortably. Even when we got off for sightseeing, I could leave unnecessary luggage behind since I had the same seat. The bus guide also provided clear and enjoyable explanations during the off-bus sightseeing. The lunch was substantial, and I think even men would be satisfied. There were various participants, including those who came for work, solo travelers, older couples, groups of friends, and families. Since individual participants were gathered and seated together for the meal, it sparked conversations that made the tour enjoyable as we chatted during the off-bus sightseeing.

主だった観光名所を島内一周するように回るので、手軽に気楽にさっくりと石垣島観光が楽しめました。バスガイドさんの巧みな話術で観光案内に聞き入ってました。おかげで石垣島にちょっと詳しくなった気持ちになりました。また、民謡や三線を披露して下り車内は盛り上がりバス内で退屈することはなく寂しいこともないです。バス座席も1人参加者は2席となりゆっくり過ごせました。下車観光しても同じ席のため不要な荷物は置いていけました。下車観光もバスガイドさんが案内してくれるので、わかりやすく楽しいかったです。昼食はボリュームがあり男性の方でも満足できると思います。仕事で来島しての参加、一人旅、年配のカップル、友達のグループ、家族、いろんな方がいました。食事は個人参加者が集められ着座したので、そこでの会話がきっかけで下車観光時にお話したりとツアー中も楽しく過ごせました。

The buses in Ishigaki Island are expensive, so the free pass is very convenient and cost-effective. It costs over 1,000 yen just from the airport to Kabira, so if used wisely, you can save quite a bit. It's not limited to a single day but is valid for 24 hours, which gives you more time to use it.

When you show the reservation screen from Veltra, the driver will give you a paper ticket. I realized this free pass existed on my last day and hurried to buy it. There are even better deals for 2,000 yen for five days, so I want to make sure to buy it next time. You can also purchase it directly on the bus, but using Veltra allows you to use coupons and points, and there's no cash exchange, making it convenient.

I regret not noticing it sooner.

石垣島のバスは高いので、フリーパスはとても便利でコスパが良いです。空港からカビラまでだけで1000円以上するので、上手く使えばかなり節約できます。1日区切りではなく24時間なので、使える時間も長いです。

ベルトラの予約画面を見せると、運転手さんが紙のチケットをくれます。私は、このフリーパスがあることを最終日に気づき、急いで買いました。5日間で2000円ともっとお得なものがあるので、次回は忘れずに買いたいです。バスで直接買うこともできますが、ベルトラ経由でクーポンやポイントが使えたり、現金でのやりとりもないので便利です。

もっと早く気付かなかったことを後悔しています。

The explanation by the bus guide was great, and the folk songs and sanshin performances were also wonderful. Since they were in the local dialect, it was a valuable experience. However, unfortunately, I needed an interpreter, so I couldn't fully understand the lyrics.

バスガイドさんによる説明もさることながら、民謡、三線演奏とか良かったです。
現地ならではの方言によるものなので貴重です。しかし残念ながら通訳が必要なので歌詞の内容は100%の理解はできなかったですが。

At the bus stop, show the purchase screen on your smartphone to the staff to receive a pass that can be used for 24 hours from that time. While checking the timetable, consider where to go on the limited number of buses and how to return to your accommodation. If you can get on and off three times, it’s a good deal.

バス停でスマホの購入画面を係の人に見せてその時間から24時間使えるパスを受け取ります。時刻表を見ながら少ない本数のバスに乗ってどこへ行くか、どう戻って宿まで行くか。3回も乗り降りできたら元がとれお得です。

I had a great day exploring Ishigaki Island. Although the sky was cloudy, the scenery was almost exactly like in the brochure. The prices were reasonable, and the glass-bottom boat, which was an additional charge, was excellent. I've experienced other glass-bottom boats several times before, but this one was the best.

石垣島一周、曇り空でしたがパンフレットとほとんど一緒の景色を経験出来て、とても良い一日になりました。料金も手軽で、別料金のグラスボートはとても良かった
今まで何回か他のクラスボードの経験はありますが、一番良かった。

I participated with small children. We received plenty of explanations and saw various coral reefs, fish, and sea turtles multiple times. We had a wonderful time, and the children were very happy. Thank you very much.

小さい子どもたちと一緒に参加をさせていただきました。
たっぷりとご説明やいろんな珊瑚礁、魚たち、海亀も何度も見させていただきました。とても良い時間を過ごせて子どもたちも喜んでいました。
有難うございました。

Since it was my first trip to Ishigaki Island, I booked this tour with airport transfer on the last day to enjoy sightseeing in the surrounding islands as well.

初めての石垣島旅行でしたので、周辺諸島の観光も堪能した最終日に、空港送迎のある、このツアーを申込みました。

It was easy to get around to various places! There weren't many buses, so there were some time constraints, but it was convenient not having to deal with payments each time. When I showed the driver my screen to exchange the voucher, he asked, "Did you buy this?" which was a bit frustrating since I was showing it because I had bought it, but I was able to exchange it without any issues.

色んなところを周れて楽でした！
バスの本数があまりないので時間の制約はありましたが、毎回支払いする手間もなく便利です。
最初にバウチャーを交換してもらうため、お願いしますと運転手さんに画面を見せると「これ買ったの？」と…買ったから見せてるんだよとモヤッとしましたが、無事引き換えてもらいました。

My first trip to Ishigaki Island was a solo journey, and since it was during the rainy season, I chose a bus tour. In the end, it was a great decision! I was able to see the famous spots of Ishigaki Island in half a day, and the guide's explanations about each location, as well as the history, industry, and culture of Ishigaki Island, were clear and enjoyable. Fortunately, the weather was sunny, and the view of Kabira Bay was amazing! I got to look at the coral reefs through a glass-bottom boat and even saw sea turtles. I truly enjoyed the charm of Ishigaki Island!

初めての石垣島、しかも一人旅だったのと雨期に入ってたのでバスツアーを選びました。
結果的に、大正解でした！
石垣島の名所を半日で見ることができ、ガイドさんの各スポットの説明や、石垣島の歴史・産業・文化のお話などが分かりやすくて楽しめました。
幸い、快晴で川平湾の景色はサイコウでした！
グラスボートでサンゴ礁の海の中を眺めて、ウミガメも見られました。
石垣島の魅力を堪能できました！

I'm glad we were able to visit various places by bus, including those that are not accessible by car. It was great to go to Kawahira Park and see fish while on the glass-bottom boat. We were able to see sea turtles as well.

バスで、色々な場所、車でないと行かれない場所など行って頂き良かったです、川平公園、グラスボート行かれ魚見られ良かったです、ウミガメは見られた、

If you purchase a one-day ticket or a round-trip airport ticket on-site, it only accepts cash, so if you know the date you will use it, it's better to buy it in advance through Veltra. By simply showing the purchase screen, you can exchange it for a boarding pass and also use your credit card for point redemption.

一日券や空港往復券は現地バスで購入すると現金のみ対応なので使う日が決まっていれば予めベルトラでの購入が得です。購入画面を提示するだけで乗車券とひきかえポイント消費もクレジットカード利用もできます。

It was my first experience with canoeing, and I felt a great sense of accomplishment as the guides were very kind and attentive, running alongside us and leading the way. I participated alone, but I was warmly supported, for which I am grateful. The bus driver was also friendly, providing guidance along the way and addressing each family by name. It was a wonderful tour. Thank you very much! ♪

カヌー初体験でしたがとても親切丁寧に並走したり導いてくださったりでやり遂げ感がありとても有意義な時を過ごせました。1人参加でしたが温かく見守ってくださり感謝です。バス送迎の方も親切で途中の道々のガイドをしながらファミリーごとの名前で話しかけてくださったりとてもよいツアーでした。ありがとうございました♪

Since I knew it would rain from the morning, I thought I would get by visiting tourist spots by bus. It didn't seem like the rain would stop, and the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay was canceled, which was a bit disappointing. However, the guide's explanations were easy to understand, so I wasn't bored. When we arrived at Kabira Bay, there wasn't a single person around, and only a few glass-bottom boats were floating in the bay. There were no staff members, and it was very quiet. It felt surreal. Previously, I had visited on a sunny day and seen a lively scene, so I was instead healed by the calmness of Kabira Bay. I thought it would be nice to slowly enjoy a coffee while looking at this scenery. There are ways to enjoy rainy days too.

朝から雨と分かってたので、バスで観光地巡りで凌ごうと思いました。雨は止みそうに無いし、川平湾のグラスボートは中止となって「何だかなぁ〜」でもガイドさんのお話しも分かりやすくて退屈はしませんでした。そして川平湾に着くと人っ子一人居なくて湾の中にグラスボートだけ何隻か浮かんでる。スタッフも誰も居なくてとっても静か。幻想的でした。以前、晴れの日に来て賑やかな光景を観てたので逆に穏やかな川平湾に癒されました。この風景を見ながらゆっくりコーヒーを飲みたいなあーと思いました。雨の日の楽しみ方も有るんですね。

I think the beauty of the sea's color is in the northern part of Ishigaki Island, but even with not-so-great weather, the sea at Kabira Bay was very beautiful. They take you directly to the spots where you can see the corals and marine life.

海の色の綺麗さは、石垣島北部だと思うのですが、天候があまり良くなくても、川平湾の海はとても綺麗でした。
海の中のサンゴや生き物のいる所へ、ピンポイントで連れて行ってくれます。