All Reviews for 沖繩活動

I took the morning flight to Taketomi Island. After a short bus ride, I explored the island by renting a bicycle. I chose a bike with a seat for children. The weather was nice, there were few people, and I made some wonderful memories.

朝の便で竹富島へ。バスで少し移動した後レンタルサイクルで島巡りへ。自転車は子供向けの座席がついたものをチョイス。
天気もよく、人も少なく、とてもよい思い出が出来ました。

We participated as a family of three (my husband, myself, and our 2-year-old son). I was worried about whether my son would be calm enough to enjoy the stars, but he fell asleep before we even arrived at the site... and he didn't wake up until the end of the tour. (laughs)

At the site, there were reclining chairs for one person, allowing us to lie back comfortably and gaze at the stars. The sky was filled with stars that we usually can't see! On top of that, the soothing voice of our female guide was enchanting. She used a laser pointer to point out the stars while explaining, which made it very easy to understand.

At the end, we listened to the song "Tinsagu nu Hana" while watching the stars. I was amazed by the guide's singing ability, and it was another healing moment. It was a thoroughly satisfying tour.

The photos were taken by my husband, who was struggling to capture the beauty of the stars, but since it was his first time photographing a starry sky... unfortunately, he couldn't capture all the countless twinkling lights we could see with our eyes. If we have the chance to go to Ishigaki Island again, I would definitely love to participate in the starry sky tour once more! Thank you for a wonderful time! ☆

家族3人(旦那、私、2歳の息子)で参加しました。
おとなしく星を見られるかな？と心配していた息子は、現地につくまでに夢の中へ･･･そのまま、ツアー終わりまで起きませんでした。笑
現地では1人がけのリクライニングチェアがあり、ゆったり寝転んで星を見ることができました。普段なかなか見られない満天の星！それに加えて、女性ガイドさんのとても癒される声にうっとり。レーザーポインターを使って星を指しながら説明してくれたので、とてもわかり易かったです。
最後に、星を見ながら唄三線『てぃんさぐぬ花』を聴きました。ガイドさんの唄の上手さにびっくりしながらも、これまた癒しのひとときでした。大満足のツアーでした。
写真は、星の美しさをカメラに収めようと(旦那が)奮闘しながら撮影したものですが、何しろ星空撮影は初めてで･･･残念ながら、肉眼で確認出来た無数の輝きを全て映し出すことはできませんでした。また石垣島に行くことがあれば、ぜひまた星空浴ツアー参加したいです！素敵な時間をありがとうございました☆

I went with a friend. Although we made a reservation the day before, they handled it smoothly, which was great.

We got to try water buffalo and rent bicycles, but the reception was crowded. The gift of star sand was a nice surprise, and I was really happy about it!

The weather was nice, and it was great to relax!

友達と二人で行きました等
前日予約でしたが
スムーズに対応してもらえてよかったです

水牛、レンタサイクルでやらせてもらいましたが
受付が混んでいました
星の砂のプレゼントはらら
嬉しかったです(^^)

天気もよく
ゆったりできてよかったです！

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。

I truly believe that the location is wonderful, and it was worth exploring the island! (There was a brief talk about the organizer's background.)

Although the surroundings are just an empty lot with a fence to avoid the hub, the lack of bright buildings nearby makes the stars look incredibly beautiful.

Especially on this day, the stars were perfectly visible, and there were shooting stars galore! It was such a lucky day! Each star was pointed out with a laser beam, and the explanations were thorough, making it enjoyable even for those with little knowledge about stars. There were also small children present who enjoyed looking at Saturn through a telescope and viewing the galaxy with binoculars that were available for rent.

Additionally, the reclining chairs were very comfortable and made it easy to relax, and there was even a serving of sanpin tea! However, be aware that there are no restrooms nearby!

You receive a full hour of detailed explanations about the stars, so you gain quite a bit of knowledge. It was especially moving to see my own constellation and hear the explanation! This is an activity that can only be done when the weather is clear, but it was a wonderful tour that makes me want to participate again in a different season.

本当に場所が、素晴らしく島内を探し回っただけあると思いました！(主催の方の経歴など簡単にお話がありました)
周りは何も無くハブ避けで囲いがある空き地ですが、近くに明るい建物がないのですごく綺麗に星が見えます。

とくに、この日は星がバッチリ見え、流れ星も連発!！すごくラッキーな日でしたっっ！
星一つ一つをレーザー光線で示しながら、丁寧に説明されており、あまり星の知識が無い方でも楽しめると思います。小さなお子様が連れの方もいて望遠鏡で土星を見たり双眼鏡の貸し出しで銀河を見て楽しんでいました。
あと、リクライニングチェアが非常に見やすくゆったり出来たうえ、さんぴん茶の振る舞いもありました！
ただ、トイレが近くにないので注意です！
星について1時間みっちり説明してもらえるので、かなり知識が着きました。笑
とくに自分の星座が見えて説明まで聞けたのは感動でした！
晴れてないと出来ないアクティビティではありますが、季節を変えて参加したいと思える素敵なツアーでした。

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。

Picked up at the island terminal at 20:30 and arrived at Stargazing Farm around 21:15. It was a dark place with no streetlights, just enough to see the faint lights of the city in the distance, perfect for stargazing. Although it wasn't completely clear due to the bright moonlight, it was still a serene experience to slowly gaze at the stars in a quiet location, which is something I can't usually do. Just looking at the sky was soothing.

The tour included introductions to constellations, stories related to the stars, and even a performance of traditional Okinawan music with the sanshin. I participated alone, but it was a comfortable tour.

離島ターミナルに20:30にお迎え21:15ごろ星空ファーム着
遠くにうっすら市街地の明かりが見える程度の、街灯などもない暗い場所で星空観察。月明かりが明るい日だったので一面の青空、とまではいかなかったのですが。でも静かな場所で星空を見上げながらゆっくりするなんて普段できないことなので、空を見てるだけで癒されました。
星座の紹介や、星にまつわる民話のお話、沖縄らしく三線の弾き語りなどもついています。
一人で参加でしたが快適なツアーでした。

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

After a two-day delay due to weather conditions, I was able to participate. On the day of the event, there were three of us on the shuttle bus, but when we arrived, there were already four to five people lying back in reclining chairs. With no moon and clear skies, it was a perfect night for stargazing. We received various explanations about constellations, star names, and the location of the Andromeda Galaxy while sitting in seiza. We also used a telescope to view the clay rings, Mars, and a double star consisting of a red star and a blue star. At the end of the tour, we were able to gaze at the stars while listening to a live performance of the sanshin, which made me feel like I had truly arrived in a tropical paradise. I was surprised to see the North Star positioned just above the horizon, in a completely different location compared to Saitama. The tour was quite short at about an hour, so I thought it would have been nice to have an additional 30 minutes of free time. I took some photos of the stars with my compact digital camera, using the star mode with a 30-second exposure. I adjusted the levels, contrast, and color correction automatically in Photoshop. Quite a few stars and parts of the Milky Way are captured in the images.

天候の関係で2日ほど延期した後、参加させていただきました。当日の送迎バスは私を含めて3名でしたが、現地につくとすでに4～5名の方がリクライニングチェアに寝転んでおられました。月もなく、雲もなく絶好の鑑賞日和で、いろいろと説明を聞きながら正座や星の名前、アンドロメダ星雲の場所などを教えていただきました。また、天体望遠鏡を使用して土製の輪や火星、赤い星と青い星からなる二重星を見ることができました。ツアーの最後には三線の生ライブを聞きながら星を眺めることもでき、南国へ来たなあーという実感がありました。北極星が水平線のちょっと上に位置しており、埼玉県とはまったく違う位置関係に驚きでした。ツアーが約1時間と短いのであっという間に終了してしまうので、後30分くらい自由時間があるとよかったと思います。コンパクトデジカメで星の写真を撮ってみました。正座モードで30秒露出です。フォトショップでレベル調整、コントラスト、カラー補正を自動で行いました。結構星や天の川の一部が移っています。

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 made a reservation for my father's group trip. The glass boat tour in Kabira Bay had little rocking, allowing us to see the underwater world clearly. Although it wasn't as vibrant as the colorful corals and tropical fish mentioned in the plan, the scenery typical of Okinawa's sea was beautiful, and they enjoyed watching the large fish swimming around.

It's easy for those who are prone to seasickness to participate, and the fact that you don't have to specify a reservation time is a great point for those who want to travel freely.

父の同期旅行にあわせて予約をしました。川平湾内でのグラスボートは、揺れも少なく、しっかりと海の中を見学することが出来たそうです。プラン名にある、色とりどりの珊瑚や熱帯魚ほどでは無かったそうですが、沖縄の海らしい景色が広がり、大きな魚が泳ぐ姿を楽しんだと言っていました。
船に酔いやすい人でも参加しやすく、何よりも予約時間の指定をしなくても済む点が、自由に旅行をしたい人におすすめのポイントであると思いました。

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 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。

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☆

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！！