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I signed up for a tour that allows you to visit both Kabira Bay and the Blue Cave, which I had my eye on during the travel planning stage. Both spots are surrounded by nature and have a strong "secret place" vibe, filled with elements that ignite a sense of adventure. I was worried it might be quite cool in December, but the weather on the day was nice, and it was surprisingly warm. I didn't need to dress heavily at all; it really felt like Ishigaki Island (though if you're sensitive to the cold, having a light jacket might be a good idea). By the way, they provided a special suit for snorkeling, so once I got used to it, I was comfortable in the water. The guide was a young, energetic, and polite man who was healthily tanned. He greeted us with a smile from start to finish and sincerely answered my silly questions, which really impressed me. It felt like time flew by, even though it was a long experience. Thank you very much!

旅行計画の段階で目をつけていた川平湾と青の洞窟に両方いけるとのことで申し込みました。どちらのスポットも大自然の中にあり「秘密の場所」感がすごく、少年心をくすぐられるような要素が満点でした。１２月なのでかなり涼しいのではないかと心配していましたが、当日の天気が良かったこともあり、かなり暖かかったのが印象的でした。厚着しなくても全然平気で、さすが石垣島、といった感じでした（寒がりの方は薄く羽織るものがあればよいかもしれません）。ちなみにシュノーケリングで海に入る時も専用のスーツを提供してくれたので、慣れれば海の中も平気でした。担当のガイドは若くて元気で礼儀正しく、健康的に日焼けされた男性の方でした。最初から最後まで笑顔で接してくださり、私のくだらない質問にも真摯に答えてくださり感激しました。長いようでいてあっという間の時間でした。どうもありがとうございました。

This time, it was just the two of us seniors participating, so the hotel pick-up was especially appreciated.

First, we enjoyed a mangrove tour in Iriomote Island, where the charming female captain's storytelling was captivating, and her navigation skills exceeded our expectations. On Yubu Island, we leisurely crossed the shallow waters on a water buffalo cart while singing, and there was a humorous incident with some droppings in the water that added to the experience. Since lunch was included, we were served a nice meal. We took our time eating, but what I appreciated most was being able to stroll leisurely around the island.

Then, on Taketomi Island, we enjoyed a relaxed exploration of the village with red-brick houses on a water buffalo cart, which truly felt like stepping back in time. Additionally, at Kaiji Beach, the two of us returned to our childhood, desperately searching for star sand, and I wished we had more time. It was a memorable day.

I am grateful that we could efficiently visit three different islands in one day thanks to this tour.

今回年寄二人での参加だったので、ホテル送迎が何より有り難かったです。
まず西表島でのマングローブ遊覧、きっぷの良い女性船長の話ぷりが魅力的で、操縦も上手、期待以上で満喫できた。由布島には水牛車でのんびりゆらゆら浅瀬を歌に乗って渡るが、水の中にうんちのハプニングもあり癒された。昼食付だったので、上げ膳据え膳。ゆっくり食べたが、ゆったり島内を散策できたのが何よりだった。そして、竹富島ならではの水牛車で赤煉瓦の民家の集落をのんびり散策はほんとうに一昔前にタイムスリップした様で忘れがたい。また、カイジ浜で、年寄二人、童心にかえって必死で星砂を探し、もっと時間があればと思った事など思い出深い一日となった。
今回、三島三様の島を効率よく一日で回れたのは、このツアーのお蔭と嬉しく、感謝しています。

Buffalo cart, glass boat, and bus tour courses.
The explanations from the guides on each course were great.
The most memorable part of my trip to Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island was Taketomi Island.

水牛車、グラスボート、バスによる周遊コース
各コースでガイドさんの説明が良かった。
石垣島、西表島の旅行で一番印象に残ったのが竹富島です。

It happened to be low tide on the day I participated, so during the mangrove tour, there were many shallow areas and sandbars, allowing us to see the roots of the mangroves very well. I sat on the left side of the boat, but if there’s space, I recommend sitting on the right side. Since it’s a round trip, you’ll see the same scenery, but I think the first half offers more explanations and insights.

I had been looking forward to riding the water buffalo cart on Yubu Island for a long time, so I was very excited to participate this time. Once I actually rode it, I started to worry a bit about the burden on the water buffalo, but listening to the guide, it was clear that they are raised with a lot of love, and I felt reassured to hear that their lifespan is longer than that of water buffalo in other regions.

We moved at a leisurely pace with the water buffalo, and depending on the cart, our arrival times varied. On Yubu Island, I interacted with Louis, who was in charge of taking photos, and he took some pictures for us. The small photos are free, while the larger size costs 2,500 yen for one or 3,500 yen for a set of two (I bought the set of two). Of course, it’s perfectly fine to decline. However, please note that you can only take photos with your own camera (phone) with Louis.

I thought 90 minutes on the island might be a bit long, but after having lunch and spending some time playing on the beach, it turned out to be just the right amount of time. Since I had other plans in the afternoon, I highly recommend the half-day course.

参加した日がたまたま干潮の時だったそうで、マングローブ遊覧の時浅瀬や中洲が多くマングローブの根もとても良く見れました。
私は船の左側に座ったのですが席に余裕があれば右側に座られる事をお勧めします。往復するので同じ景色を観れるのですが前半の方がいろいろな解説と共に観れるかなって思います。
由布島の水牛車は以前から乗りたかったので今回はとても楽しみにして参加しました。
実際に乗ってみると水牛にかかる負担とかもちょっと気になってしまいましたが、ガイドさんの話を聞いてるととても愛情深く育てられているのが伝わり寿命も他の地域の水牛よりも長いと聞いて安心して楽しめました。
ゆっくり水牛のペースで進み、乗る車によって到着もまちまちでした。
由布島では写真担当のルイ君と触れあったり写真の撮影もしてもらえて小さい写真は無料でもらえます。大きなサイズは有料で1枚2,500円２枚セットで3,500円出した。（私は２枚セットでを買いました）もちろんお断りでも全然大丈夫よのうです。ただし自分のカメラ（携帯）での撮影はルイ君のみしか出来ないので気をつけてくださいね。
島での90分は少し長いかなっと思いましたが、ランチのお弁当をたべて少しゆっくり海岸で遊んだらいい時間になってました。
午後から他の予定もいられるので半日のコースはとてもお勧めです。

Since I traveled with my mother in her 60s during the winter, we couldn't include activities at the beach, so I opted for this plan that had a monitor tour in the middle of our 2-night, 3-day trip. Initially, I planned to spend a day on Taketomi Island by taking a ferry, but participating in this tour turned out to be a great decision.

After arriving at Iriomote Island, we quickly transferred from Ohara Port to a boat for the Nakama River cruise and headed upstream. The guide provided explanations about the plants and creatures while steering the boat, making it very easy to understand and enjoyable, especially learning that there are several types of mangroves that look similar.

The cruise turned around in the middle stream, and after getting off at a stop, we took a bus to Yufu Island. The road was surrounded by rivers, forests, and fields, but the driver and guide was very entertaining, sharing trivia about Iriomote Island as he took us to Yufu Island.

After getting off, we crossed to Yufu Island by water buffalo cart, enjoyed a delicious lunch, and relaxed on the beach while eating gelato (if you want to explore thoroughly, you need to hurry as time may not be enough). It truly is a beautiful island that feels like paradise.

On the way back, we returned to Ohara Port while listening to the guide's interesting stories, and the sightseeing concluded. We took a ferry back to Ishigaki Island via Taketomi Island. Since we had places we wanted to visit on Taketomi Island, we disembarked from the tour there, but I regret not participating in a course that included Taketomi Island because we couldn't explore it efficiently.

Also, (there might have been some explanation written somewhere), there was no tour conductor for this tour, and there was no gathering of customers at the remote island terminal. We received tickets at the terminal's reception counter and handed them to the guide at each destination, who would then tear them off (so it seemed there were people from other courses on the same boat or bus).

Overall, it was very efficient, and I highly recommend it for beginners to remote islands or those who are not very confident in their physical strength. If you're planning a free trip to Ishigaki Island, you might want to consider this.

P.S. Thank you to all the staff for allowing me to participate in the monitor tour this time. I created wonderful memories on my first trip to the Yaeyama Islands.

冬季に60代の母との旅行であったため、海でのアクティビティ等を組み込めず、2泊3日の中日にモニターツアーが出ていたこちらのプランをお願いしました。
当初、定期船で竹富島に渡って1日過ごすつもりでいましたが、このツアーに参加して大正解でした。

西表島到着後、大原港からすぐに仲間川クルーズの船に乗り換え、上流へ向かいました。ガイドさんが操船しながら植物や生き物について説明してくださり、同じように見えるマングローブも何種類も生育していること等とてもわかりやすく楽しいクルーズでした。

中流でクルーズは折り返し、途中の乗り場で下車後はバスに乗って由布島へ向かいます。
川と森と畑に囲まれた一本道でしたが、運転手兼ガイドさんがとても面白い方で、西表島のトリビアを盛り込んだ解説をしながら由布島に連れて行ってくださいました。

下車後、水牛車で由布島へ渡り、美味しい昼食をいただいたり、ジェラートを食べながらビーチでのんびりすごしました(じっくり見ながら全部まわりたい、という人は急がないと時間が足りないです)。正に楽園のようなのんびりとした綺麗な島です。
帰りもガイドさんの面白い話を聴きながら大原港に戻り、観光は終了。あとは竹富島を経由する便で石垣島に帰ります。
私達は竹富島で行きたい所があったため、ツアーを離脱して竹富島で下船しましたが、竹富島であまり効率よく観光できなかったため、竹富島を含んだコースに参加すればよかったと後悔しています。

また、(どこかに説明が書いてあったかもしれませんが、)このツアーに添乗員さんはおらず、離島ターミナルでのお客さんの集合もありません。
ターミナルの受付カウンターでいただいたチケットを各目的地でガイドさんにお渡しして、その都度切り取っていく形です(なので、同じ船やバスに他のコースの方もいたようです)。

とにかく効率がよく、離島初心者や体力にあまり自信のない方にもとてもおすすめです。
フリープランで石垣島に旅行される方は検討されてはいかがでしょうか。

追伸。スタッフの皆様、今回はモニターに参加させていただきありがとうございました。初の八重山で素敵な思い出ができました。

You can rent everything you need for both snorkeling and SUP for free, so it was very easy to participate with just your body! I was able to fully enjoy and feel the great outdoors with both snorkeling and SUP!

The guide who took care of us for the day was also amazing! They were kind, fun, and taught us with great care, plus they took a lot of photos for us!

Overall, it was incredibly fun with no complaints!

シュノーケルもSUPもどちらも必要なものは全て無料でレンタルできるため、体ひとつで参加でき、とてもお手軽に楽しめました！
シュノーケルもSUPも体全体を使って大自然を感じ、楽しむことができました！

また1日担当してくださったガイドさんも最高でした！
優しく楽しく丁寧に教えていただけますし、写真もたくさん撮ってくださります！

とにかく文句なしで楽しかったです！

This was my first time trying stand-up paddleboarding, so I participated with half excitement and half anxiety, but I managed thanks to the thorough instructions. The board was more stable than I had imagined. At the beginning, it was cloudy and windy, but it cleared up and the wind died down, allowing us to see the beautiful Kabira Bay. During the break, we could listen to explanations about Kabira Bay and take a walk to explore. I was also satisfied with the many photos taken. If I visit Ishigaki Island again, I would like to participate once more.

SUPは初めてだったので、楽しみ半分、不安半分で参加しましたが、丁寧にレクチャーしてもらえたので何とかなりました。
ボードは想像していたより安定していました。
始まってすぐは曇り空と強風でしたが、
途中から晴れて風も止み
とても綺麗な川平湾を見ることが出来ました。
休憩時間に川平湾の解説を聞いたり、歩いて散策することも出来ました。
写真もたくさん撮ってもらえて満足です。
また石垣島を訪れることがあれば、再度参加したいと思いました。

When you go to the reception, you will receive a combined ticket for the ferry and other tickets to be used after arriving at the remote islands. There is no tour guide, but local staff will be waiting at the ports of each island. It was a bit confusing with so many people from various travel companies, but I recommend it for those who want to efficiently explore the remote islands.

On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed viewing the mangroves while on the boat. The commentary during the ride was interesting. When crossing to Yubu Island, we used a water buffalo cart. It was a relaxing and enjoyable experience while listening to shamisen music.

On the final stop, Taketomi Island, we toured by bus and water buffalo. The red brick streets were very beautiful. After the water buffalo ride, there was no specific guidance for the return, and for a moment, I wasn't sure what to do. However, when I asked a nearby staff member, they were very helpful. The islanders and staff were all very kind. Overall, it was a very satisfying tour.

受付に行くとフェリー乗船券や離島到着後に使うチケット類が一つになったものを貰います。
添乗員は無く、各離島の港に現地係員の人が待ってくれています。
色んな旅行会社の人でごった返しているので少し戸惑いましたが、とにかく離島を効率的に周りたい方にはおすすめです。
西表島では船に乗りながらマングローブを見てまわりました。乗船中の解説が面白かったです。
由布島に渡る際には水牛車を使います。
三味線を聴きながら、のんびりと楽しい経験が出来ました。
最後の竹富島は、バスツアーと水牛で周りました。赤煉瓦の街並みがとても綺麗でした。
水牛車が終わった後、特に帰りの案内が無く
一瞬どうしたらいいか分からなくなりましたが
近くのスタッフさんに声をかけたら教えてくれました。島の人達、関係者の方が皆さん親切です。
全体的にはとても満足出来るツアーでした。

I used this service because I wanted to efficiently explore the remote islands. I had a great time taking photos with water buffalo and viewing the mangroves from the boat, with a packed itinerary for the day! There were several paid photo spots on the islands we visited during the tour, where they provided a backdrop for the photos, making it a special keepsake that was different from amateur shots. Thank you very much!

離島を効率良く巡りたくて利用しました。
水牛と写真を撮影したり、マングローブを船上から見学したり、一日で内容盛り沢山で楽しめました！
ツアーで訪れる島には有料ですが、台紙付きで写真撮影していただけるポイントがいくつかあり、素人撮影とは一味違うのでとても良い記念になりました^ ^
ありがとうございました！

The temperature was 22 degrees, so it was just barely possible to swim, which is why I booked this glass-bottom boat. I'm usually a snorkeling person, so it's been a while since I've been on a glass-bottom boat. The boat was private, and they provided detailed explanations of the points where we could see fish, plus I enjoyed chatting with the staff. In December, the water clarity was high, and we could see the fish well. We couldn't go to the point to see turtles due to the waves, but it was an exciting glass-bottom boat experience.

気温は22度で泳げるかどうかギリギリだったので、こちらのグラスボートを予約しました。
普段はシュノーケリング派なのでグラスボートは久しぶりです。
船は貸切で、魚が見れるポイントを詳しく説明してくれるし、スタッフと世間話みたいな感じもできるし楽しかったです。
12月は透明度が高く魚がよく見えました。亀は波の関係でポイントには行けませんでしたが、テンション上がるグラスボートでした。

Among the various island tours offered, I believe this tour is a recommended course that efficiently visits three islands with a variety of transportation options including cruises, buses, and water buffalo carts. The Nakama River cruise on Iriomote Island was guided by a female captain who provided clear explanations about the mangroves as we slowly made our way. The bus driver provided a fun island guide while taking us to the water buffalo cart boarding area for Yubu Island. After transferring to the water buffalo cart and listening to the sound of the sanshin, we arrived in no time.

There was a lunch and free time on Yubu Island, but as noted in other reviews, there was no explanation about when to eat lunch. Since we arrived at 11:00, I thought it was a bit early, and while I was wandering around, others had already started their meals. I think it would have been better to have a more detailed explanation upon arrival.

We then took the boat to Taketomi Island. First, we went by bus to Kaiji Beach for about 15 minutes of star sand searching, but we only got a brief view of Kondoi Beach from the car. At the tourist center, we boarded the water buffalo cart, but even though it wasn't crowded, we had to wait nearly 20 minutes here, which felt like a significant time loss. We took the eastern course, but the water buffalo today seemed quite leisurely, moving at a rather slow pace, which was amusing.

We were pressed for time on the return boat, and although I wanted to look at souvenirs at the Taketomi Island boarding area, there was no time to enter the building, and we hurriedly left the island. Throughout the day, I felt that there was no break time, so even if you wanted to use the restroom or take a moment before getting on the next vehicle, it was just move, move, move. I think consideration is needed for elderly people and those with small children. Overall, I believe this is an ideal course for touring the islands in one day.

各社の離島ツアーを検討した中、このツアーは効率的に３島を巡りクルーズ、バス、水牛と乗り物も充実したお薦めのコースだと思います。西表島での仲間川クルーズは女性の船長さんがマングローブなど分かりやすく解説しながらゆっくり進んでくれました。由布島行きの水牛車乗り場まではバスの運転手さんが楽しく島内ガイドをしながら案内してくれます。水牛車へ移り三線の音色を聞きながらアッという間に到着。由布島でランチと自由時間があるのですが他の方の投稿にもあったようにいつランチを食べるのか説明がなく島に到着したのが11時だったので少し早いと思いブラブラしていたら他の方は既に食事を開始されていたので到着時にもう少し丁寧な説明があれば良かったかと思います。再び船に乗って竹富島に行きます。最初にバスでカイジ浜に行き15分ほど星砂探し、コンドイビーチは車の中から少し見るだけでした。観光センターに行き水牛車に乗るのですが、混んでも無いのにここで20分近く待たされかなり時間ロスを感じました。東コースを周りましたが今日の牛さんはのんびり屋さんのようでかなりスピードが遅かったのはご愛嬌でしょうか。帰りの船の時間がギリギリで竹富島の船乗り場でお土産を見たかったけど建物に入る時間も無くあわただしく島を後にしました。１日を通して感じたのは乗り物に乗る前とかトイレに行きたいなーと思っても休憩時間が無く直ぐに移動、移動、移動なのでお年寄りや小さなお子様連れの方には配慮が必要かと感じました。全然的には１日で離島を巡るには理想のコースだと思います。

On the day of the trip, we took a boat to Taketomi Island at 1:00 PM, and we were guided around the village in a water buffalo cart for just under 30 minutes. We had free time until our return boat, so we strolled around the village. Walking around the streets is manageable in about an hour.

As a suggestion for improvement, I would like to be guided to the boarding boat. When it was time to board the return boat, I didn’t realize that the schedule posted at the boarding area was different from the boarding time for this tour, and despite being in the waiting room, I ended up missing the boat. The weather suddenly turned rough, and there was a risk that the 4:50 PM boat would be canceled, so I had to negotiate to get on a completely different boat to make it back to Ishigaki Island.

I feel that important details, such as discrepancies in the schedule, should be announced in advance.

当日は13:00発の船で竹富島へ向かい、30分弱水牛車で竹富島の集落を案内してもらいました。帰りの船便までの残り時間は自由に過ごせるので、集落を歩いて散策していました。街並みを歩いて見て周るのも、1時間あれば十分です。

今後の改善要求として、乗船する船へ誘導してもらいたい。帰りの便に乗る際、乗船場に掲示されている時刻表と、このツアーの乗船時刻が異なることに気が付かず、待合室にいたにも関わらず船に乗り遅れてしまいました。天候も突如として荒れてきて、16:50の船が欠航になる恐れがあった為、急遽全く別の船に乗せてもらえるよう交渉して何とか石垣島まで帰ってきました。

時刻表と異なる点など、事前に注意事項をアナウンスすべきだと感じました。

I participated at the beginning of December! I originally planned to do SUP in the mangroves of Iriomote Island and snorkeling at Balas Island, but I had to give up because the waves were rough and there were many ferry cancellations during that time. After researching, I found out that I could also do SUP in the mangroves of Ishigaki Island, so I made a request. I was also interested in the Blue Cave, so when I looked for a tour that included snorkeling at the Blue Cave, I ended up at this shop. However, in December, the Blue Cave snorkeling point was dangerous due to rough waves, so we snorkeled at a different point in the southern part of Ishigaki Island. I had the impression that a full-day tour would have a fixed lunch location and not much freedom, but here we disbanded once at lunchtime and could eat wherever we liked, which was great. I was happy that they took about 200 photos and even videos. They suggested photo-worthy poses, and it became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

１２月のはじめに参加いたしました！
本当は西表島のマングローブでSUPプラスバラス島でシュノーケルを予定していたのですが波が荒く、フェリーの欠航が多い時期だったため断念しました。
調べたところ石垣島にもマングローブでSUPが出来ることを知りお願いしました。
青の洞窟も気になっていたので青の洞窟シュノーケルとセットになっているツアーを探したところこちらのショップさんに辿り着きました。
ですが１２月は青の洞窟のポイントは、波が荒くて危険なため石垣島南部の別のポイントでシュノーケルをしました。
丸１日ツアーでは、昼食場所が決まっていたり自由が無いイメージでしたがこちらは昼時に一度解散し好きな所で食事出来たり自由で良かったです。
写真200枚ほど＋動画まで撮っていただいて嬉しかったです。写真映えするポーズを提案して頂けたり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。

This was my first time exploring the remote islands. I wanted to ride a water buffalo cart, see mangroves, and enjoy the beautiful sea... and this tour was full of highlights that fulfilled those hopes! Riding the water buffalo cart was my main goal, and I rode it three times during the tour. I was surprised to find that the ride comfort and speed varied greatly depending on the personality of the water buffalo.

During the journey, the guide shared interesting facts about the island, and I felt a connection to the way of life of the islanders, who cherish their nature and culture. Since only Yubu Island had free time, it might feel a bit lacking for those who want to explore freely, but I think this tour is perfect for anyone looking to efficiently explore the remote islands.

今回が初めての離島巡り。水牛車も乗りたいし、マングローブや綺麗な海も見てみたい…そんな希望を叶えてくれる見どころ満載なツアーでした！
水牛車に乗ることが一番の目的で、このツアーでは3回水牛車に乗りましたが、水牛の性格によって乗り心地やスピードが全然違うことには驚きました。
移動中にはガイドさんが島の豆知識を教えてくださり、自然や文化を大切にされている島の方々の暮らしぶりを感じることができたような気がします。
フリータイムがあるのが由布島のみだったため、自由に散策するには少し物足りなく感じるかもしれませんが、効率的に離島巡りをしたい方にはぴったりのツアーだと思います。

The weather was bad in the morning, but I managed to enjoy sightseeing without encountering rain. I had a great time with the guide's humor-filled explanations.

The water buffalo cart ride to Yufu Island was disappointing due to low tide, as I wanted to cross through the water. On Taketomi Island, it was unfortunate that we couldn't do the glass-bottom boat tour because of the bad weather. The bus tour felt a bit lacking.

The white sandy path lined with bougainvillea was impressive.

朝は天気が悪かったのですが、何とか雨にも遇わず観光できました。ガイドさんのユーモアあふれる解説を満喫しながらの楽しい観光が出来ました。
由布島への水牛車による渡りは引き潮で水がなく残念、水の中を渡ってみたかった。
武富島では天候が悪くグラスボート観光が出来なかったのが残念。バス観光はチョット物足りないかな。
ブーゲンビレアの咲く白い砂の道が印象的。

I participated with my one-year-old child. First of all, the staff at the reception were very kind and provided clear explanations. As a result, even though there was no tour guide, we were able to navigate without any issues. The tickets were in a booklet format, so we just had to hand them over at each destination, which made it stress-free.

I initially thought twice about riding the water buffalo cart, but there was a different kind of enjoyment in the water buffalo cart that walked powerfully through the water compared to the one that walked leisurely on land. I'm glad I chose this course. I felt like I was able to escape from my usual hectic life, and the water buffalo cart experience became the highlight of my trip to Ishigaki.

The guide for the mangrove cruise was knowledgeable about the plants and animals, and it was interesting to hear detailed explanations about the birds we encountered along the way. Although the schedule was tight due to the travel, there were longer breaks and free time about every three hours, so I had no trouble with diaper changes. During the water buffalo cart ride, they played the shamisen and sang, but since my child was sleeping, they sang a local lullaby instead. It was very soothing, and I felt happy, wishing I could fall asleep too. Additionally, at lunchtime, they had prepared children's utensils at our seats in advance. I was very pleased with everyone's kind assistance.

I considered exploring on my own, but I don't think I would have had such a fulfilling day without the tour. We were able to visit all the must-see spots efficiently, so I recommend this for anyone visiting the islands for the first time.

Regarding COVID-19 measures, there was hand sanitizer available at each location, and everyone was using it frequently. The bus and boats between the islands were a bit crowded, but they were well-ventilated, so I felt relatively safe.

一歳児の子供連れで参加させていただきました。
まず受付の方がとても親切でわかりやすい説明をしてくださいました。そのため添乗員さんはいませんでしたが問題なく回ることができました。チケットも一枚綴りになっているので行く先行く先で渡すだけでよくノンストレスでした。
水牛車に二回も乗ってもなあと申し込みの時は思っていましたが、水の中を力強く歩く水牛車と陸をゆったり歩く水牛車ではまた違った面白さがありこのコースにして良かったなと思いました。普段のせかせかした生活から離れた時間を過ごしていることを実感でき、水牛車体験が今回の石垣旅行で1番の思い出になりました。
マングローブクルーズのガイドさんも植物や動物に詳しくその先々で出会った鳥の詳しい説明をして下さり面白かったです。
移動移動のためタイトスケジュールではありますが、3時間に一度ほど長めの休憩や自由時間がありためオムツ替えにも困ることがありませんでした。水牛車で三味線で弾き語りをして下さいましたが子供が寝ているタイミングだったので現地の子守唄を歌って下さいました。とても癒されて私もこのまま眠りたいなあと幸せな気分になりました。また、昼ごはん時には子供の食器も予め席に用意して下さっていました。皆さんの優しいご対応とても嬉しかったです。
自力でまわる方法も考えましたが自力ではここまで充実した1日にはならなかったと思います。無駄なく定番スポットを巡ることができたので初めて離島巡りをする方にとってもおすすめです。
コロナ対策については、行く先々で消毒アルコールが置いてあり皆さんこまめにしています。バスや離島間の船は少々密になりますが、換気はされており比較的安心して過ごせたかなと思います。

The weather was cloudy, then sunny.
I knew that the winter in the Yaeyama Islands had strong winds, but it was really strong.
The staff informed us that it was strong today, so it seemed to be a particularly windy day.

The boat from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi was quite small, so it rocked a lot.

As soon as we arrived, we were guided to a glass-bottom boat, but since it was an even smaller vessel, the rocking was terrifying.

When the winds are strong, I think it would be helpful to announce the level of rocking on the boat, as it would allow more people to switch to different options. Especially when the waves are high, the journey on the glass-bottom boat right after disembarking becomes more challenging.

I enjoyed the city tour on the water buffalo cart, but the memory of the rough boat ride overshadowed it a bit, which was a little disappointing.

天気は曇りのち晴れ
八重山諸島の冬は風が強いとは知っていたが、
本当に強かった。
スタッフの方より
今日は強いですと案内あったため
普段より強い日だったと思われる。

石垣島から竹富までの船も
小型だったためかなり揺れた。

着いてすぐ
グラスボートに案内されたが
さらに小型船のため
揺れが恐怖で仕方なかった。

風が強いときは
船の揺れ具合もアナウンスしていただき
別のオプションに変えられると助かる人が増えると思う。特に波が高いときの、下船からすぐのグラスボードの行程はキツさが増す。

水牛車での街中散策は楽しめたが、
荒波の船の思い出の方が勝ってしまって
少し残念。となった。

This time, I signed up for the mangrove and Blue Cave tour, but I received a notification by noon the day before that due to a forecast of strong winds, we wouldn't be able to enter the Blue Cave. I was shocked that we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, but since I was contacted early the day before, I decided to participate only in the mangrove tour (of course, with a refund for that portion). On the day of the tour, the staff were friendly and kind, and their explanations were thorough, allowing me to fully enjoy the mangrove kayaking! Since it was during a holiday period, there were many participants, and the mangrove area was a bit crowded with customers, but the fun conversations and numerous photo opportunities made it enjoyable, and in the end, they sent me all the photos! It was quite wet, and if it had been SUP, there was a possibility of capsizing, so bringing my phone was difficult, but receiving the photos was a great help! I participated in the kayak this time, but I was very satisfied, so I am considering requesting SUP for the next time. Thank you very much!

今回はマングローブと青の洞窟ツアーを申込みさせていただきましたが、強風の予報が出て、青の洞窟には入れない為、マングローブのみで参加可能か、もしくはキャンセルか前日のお昼には連絡がありました。青の洞窟に行けないことはショックだったんですが、前日早めにご連絡いただけたこともあり、マングローブだけ参加を決めました(もちろんその分の返金あり)。当日はスタッフさんも気さくで親切で説明も丁寧で、マングローブ カヤックを存分に楽しむ事が出来ました！連休中だったので参加者も多く、マングローブもお客さんで渋滞気味でしたが、それに気を遣わせないくらいの楽しいトークやたくさんの写真撮影をしていただき、最後は写真も全て送っていただけました！結構濡れるし、SUPだった場合はひっくり返る可能性もある為、携帯の持参は難しかったのですが、写真プレゼントは助かりました！今回はカヤックでの参加でしたが、大変満足度が高かったので、次回はSUPでお願いしたいなと考えています。この度はありがとうございました！

In the morning, we gathered at Ishigaki Port and moved to Iriomote Island. The waves were quite high, and the boat was rocking, so I was glad I took motion sickness medicine. On the World Heritage site of Iriomote Island, we took a sightseeing boat to see the mangroves. It was a bit cold, so a light jacket is definitely necessary! We were lucky to see some rare herons as well. After that, we traveled to Yubu Island by water buffalo cart. It was a short course, but it included lunch, making it a very generous and worthwhile plan.

朝、石垣港に集合して、西表島に移動しました。
かなり波が高く船が揺れたので、酔い止めを飲んでおいてよかったです。
世界遺産の西表島では、遊覧船に乗ってマングローブを見ました。少し寒かったので、はおり物は絶対必要です！
珍しいサギなども見られてラッキーでした。
その後は、由布島まで水牛車で移動しました。
早まわりコースでしたが、ランチもついていて盛りだくさんでとてもお得なプランでした。

It was my first experience with SUP at Kabira Bay, and the instructor provided thorough explanations, making it a lot of fun! The instructor was very skilled, and even with the strong winds, I was able to move forward! Haha. It seems that when the sea winds are strong, they can arrange for SUP in the mangrove river, so that’s reassuring. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy on the day I participated, so I would like to try again when the weather is nice! Thank you very much!!

Positive points:
- They teach you how to ride the SUP carefully.
- They contact you in advance based on the weather conditions of the day.
- There is a pick-up service to hotels near the remote island terminal! (We were picked up from Granvia)
- You receive photos for free.

川平湾で初めてのSUP体験でしたが、インストラクターの方が丁寧に説明してくれましたので、とても楽しめました！
イントラの方の指導がとても上手で、風が強い中でも前に進むことが出来ました！笑
海の風が強い時はマングローブの川でのSUPにアレンジしていただけるようですので、安心です。参加した日はあいにくの曇天でしたので、天気が良い時にまたチャレンジしたいです！
ありがとうございました‼️
よかった点
・丁寧にSUPの乗り方を教えてくれる。
・当日の天候状況を見て事前に連絡をくれる。
・離島ターミナル付近のホテルまで送迎あり！
(私たちはグランヴィリオから送迎して
もらいました)
・写真を無料でもらえる。

I was picked up from the hotel near the island terminal where I was staying. After arriving at the location, we received a brief lecture before starting the experience. Most participants were trying stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) for the first time, but there was no wind that day, and we were able to enjoy SUP in the calm waters of Kabira Bay, with no one around.

Although it wasn't the famous Kabira Bay that is often featured in photos, but rather an activity in a nearby bay, at first I thought, "Wait? This isn't the Kabira Bay I expected..." However, according to the instructor, "This is also Kabira Bay."

I wondered if it would be okay, but there were no issues with the water's clarity or seeing the fish. The instructor and we got so caught up in SUP yoga that we ran behind schedule and returned later than planned, but I was very satisfied with the experience itself.

宿泊していた離島ターミナル付近のホテルに送迎してもらえました。
現地に到着後、簡単なレクチャーを受けてから体験スタートでした。参加者のほとんどがSUP初体験でしたが、当日は風が全くなく、周囲に誰もいない穏やかな川平湾でSUPを楽しむことができました。
観光地として有名でよく写真にもなっている川平湾ではなく、実際は近くの隣の湾でのアクティビティで、最初は「あれ？想定してた川平湾じゃない…」と思いましたが、インストラクターによると「ここも川平湾」とのこと。
大丈夫かな？と思いましたが、海の透明度や魚の見え方など、全く問題ありませんでした。
インストラクターの方も自分達もSUPヨガなどに夢中になり、スケジュールが押して予定よりも帰着が遅くなってしまいましたが、体験自体には大変満足しています。

After having lunch on Yubu Island, we were able to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy some tea. I'm glad we chose a plan that included a long stay with lunch. We returned to Ishigaki Island after 2 PM on the half-day plan, which allowed us to fully enjoy sightseeing in the city in the afternoon.

由布島でランチのあとに散策、お茶をするなど、かなりゆっくりできました。滞在時間の長い、ランチありプランにしてよかったです。
半日プランで14時過ぎに石垣島に戻り、午後からの市街地観光も存分にできました。

I was a bit anxious because there were few questions during the reservation, but I received a phone call the day before the event to confirm the reservation details, explain the pickup location and time, and inquire about the participants' ages and body types (since we would be wearing wetsuits). I happened to be with someone who was participating with me, so I could answer right away, but I thought it might be good to summarize questions in advance for groups of friends or others who might not know immediately.

On the day of the event, a very friendly guide picked us up on time, and we started our journey. While picking up other participants, the guide shared a lot of stories about the island and recommended some bars, which made the trip enjoyable. There was also thorough explanation of safety precautions and equipment for snorkeling and SUP, and assistance was provided as needed. During the activities, the guide was attentive to surrounding boats and ensured safety. Overall, it was a satisfying experience. I would definitely like to do this again when I come back to Ishigaki Island.

予約時に質問事項が少なかったので不安でしたが開催前日に電話連絡で予約内容の確認、ピックアップ場所と時間の説明参加者の年齢や体型(ウェットスーツを着るため)がありました。一緒に参加する者と偶然一緒にいたのですぐ回答できましたが友人グループなどでの参加の場合すぐわからないかなとも思うので事前に質問まとめて予約できてもいいかなと思います。
当日はとても気さくなガイドさんが時間通りにピックアップしてくださり移動開始。他の参加者さんを拾いながらでしたが島の話やおすすめの飲み屋さんなどなどたくさん話してくださったので退屈することなく移動できました。シュノーケリングとSUPについても注意事項や装備の説明、補助もしっかりありました。アクティビティ中も周りの船など注意を促して安全に配慮した内容でした。全体に満足できる時間でした。また石垣島に来たらぜひお願いします。

On the day of the tour, we traveled from the parking lot to the site in a guide's van. There were three groups, including us, totaling eight people. The windows were fully open, and the guide was properly following COVID-19 measures. The kids were the only ones without masks, but that's a matter of parental responsibility.

Upon arrival, we had a brief lecture on SUP before heading to the sea. Kawahira Bay was completely reserved for us, as swimming was prohibited. There were no other tour groups around, so we were able to enjoy ourselves without any stress!

The beach had a strong headwind... It was my first time on a SUP, and it was tough to paddle against the wind (laughs). Due to the strong headwind and the presence of families with children, we couldn't move smoothly, and unfortunately, we couldn't reach the beautiful scenery on the other side of the bay. The kids were just excited to be in the water, so it couldn't be helped.

On the way back, we experienced a sudden downpour (laughs). The weather in Ishigaki Island can change rapidly, and it was a memorable experience to go from clear skies to heavy rain in just five minutes.

I was a bit anxious because there was no place to store wallets or valuables. We had to decide whether to leave them in the guide's car or manage them ourselves at our own risk. During the tour, we could only bring a bottle of water. Next time, I think I'd prefer to do SUP on a river instead of the sea!

当日は駐車場から現地までガイドさんのワンボックスで移動しました。私たち含め3組8人でした。窓は全開でガイドさんはコロナ対策もきちんとされていました。子供だけノーガードでしたがそこは親のモラルでしょう。

現地に着くと、SUPの簡単なレクチャーがあり、いざ海へ。川平湾は遊泳禁止で完全貸し切り。他のツアーの人もおらずストレスなく楽しめました！

浜辺は強めの逆風…SUPにはじめて乗って、向かい風に逆らって進むのは苦労しました笑。逆風が強かったことと、子供連れのファミリーがいらっしゃったこともあり、スムーズに前進できず景色がキレイという湾の向こう側は行けず。。。残念。子供さんは海に入るだけではしゃいでしまうので仕方ないですね。

帰りは突然のスコール笑笑。
石垣島は天気が急変することが多々ありますが、ものの5分で快晴→豪雨を体験できていい思い出になりました。

財布とか貴重品を保管する場所がないので少し不安。ガイドさんの車に置くか自己責任で管理するか。ツアー中は飲み物のペットボトルだけ持っていけます。
次は、海ではなく川でできるSUPがいいかなー！

I was very satisfied to ride the water buffalo cart twice on Yubu Island and Taketomi Island. I also have photos taken with the water buffalo displayed in my room as great memories.

由布島と竹富島で水牛車に2度も乗ることができて大満足でした。水牛と撮影した写真もよい思い出として部屋に飾っています。

The mangroves of Iriomote Island, the atmosphere of Taketomi Island, and Kondoi Beach were better than I imagined. The mangroves are magnificent and showcase untouched nature, while the authentic Okinawan scenery and the clarity of the beaches on Taketomi Island are breathtaking! The weather was great, and the timing was just right, making it a wonderful tour.

西表島のマングローブ、竹富島の雰囲気やコンドイビーチ、想像以上に良かったです。マングローブは壮大で手付かずの自然観があり、竹富島の本来の沖縄らしい姿やビーチの透明度は圧巻です！天気も良く、時間配分もちょうど良くて、とても良いツアーでした。

Since time was limited, it was great that we were efficiently guided to places like the tourist center by bus. The price was also reasonable.

時間が限られていたので効率よく、バスで観光センター等に案内していただけでよかったです。お値段もお手頃でした

Due to a forecast of strong winds on the day of the experience, I received a notification the day before that the location was changed from Kawahira Bay to Miyara River. Since it was my first time doing SUP, I was worried about whether I could stand properly, but unlike the ocean, there were no waves, and being surrounded by mangroves meant there was no wind impact, allowing me to paddle smoothly! It was low tide at that time, so there were quite shallow areas, making it thrilling and fun to navigate without getting stuck. They also took many photos during the SUP, creating wonderful memories. I definitely want to try Kawahira Bay again next time!

体験日が強風の予報だったため前日に連絡を頂き、開催地が川平湾→宮良川へ変更となりました。初めてのSUPだったのでちゃんと立てるか心配でしたが、海と違って波がなく、マングローブに囲まれているおかげで風の影響もなく、すんなりと漕ぐことができました！ちょうど干潮の時間だったのでかなり浅いところがあり、座礁しないように進むのがなかなかスリリングで楽しかったです。SUP中の写真もたくさん撮って頂きとてもよい思い出ができました。次はぜひ川平湾リベンジしたいです！

It was a very smooth tour, and each guide's explanations were easy to understand, making it a truly valuable experience. I highly recommend it!

とってもスムーズに周った上に、それぞれのガイドさんの説明が分かりやすくて本当に価値のあるツアーでした。かなりおススメですよ。

It was my first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It was a very windy day with high waves, and I was told it would be a tough SUP session. In reality, due to the wind, I had trouble going in the direction I wanted and was swept away by the waves, which made it quite challenging. A few participants fell off their boards, but the instructor provided careful support, and I was able to enjoy it somehow. Also, since I couldn't take photos myself while paddling, it was great that the instructor took many pictures for us.

SUP初体験でした。
とても風の強い日で波も高く、ハードなSUPになると言われました。
実際に体験してみて、風のせいでなかなか思う方向に進まなかったり、波に流されたりしてしまい大変でした。
参加者の数名はSUPから落ちてしまったりしましたが、インストラクターの方が丁寧にフォローして下さり、なんとか楽しみながら出来ました。
また、SUP中は自分で写真が撮れないのでインストラクターの方がたくさん写真を撮ってくれたので良かったです。