All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I didn't have a license, so I relied on this service this time, and it was great to be able to visit various places efficiently!

At the end, I wanted a bit more time at American Village, so I asked to be dropped off there!

However, since we were trying to visit many places in one day, it inevitably felt rushed, so it might feel a bit hurried for those who prefer to take their time...

免許がないので今回頼みまたしたが、効率的に色々回れてよかったです！

最後アメリカンビレッジはもう少し時間が欲しかったので、そこで降ろしてもらいました！

ただ、1日でいろんな箇所行く都合上どうしても駆け足になってしまうので、じっくり周り方には急足に感じてしまうかもです。。。

I was able to see more than four sea turtles! I also saw clownfish. On the way there, I swam over the sand, and on the way back, I swam over the coral, spending about an hour and a half in the sea. The guide was kind and it was a lot of fun!

ウミガメ4匹以上見れました！ クマノミも見ました。
行きは砂の上を、帰りは珊瑚の上を泳いで帰り、約1時間半海に居ました。
ガイドさんも親切で楽しかったです！

Sadly, the ocean condition didn't allow us to do snorkeling in the famous blue cave. They called us in the morning to let us know if the condition was okay or not. They let us choose either snorkeling in another spot or just do kayaking in the mangrove area. Since we had done scuba diving in the alternative spot previously, we decided to do only kayaking.

It was a very relaxing and fun kayaking tour along the mangroves! We could choose either kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP). My friend chose SUP instead. The instructor had good knowledge about nature (of course including mangroves) and he taught us details all along. I appreciate that he took pictures of us during the tour and gave them (more than 100 pics!) to us.

Highly recommend!

Sadly the ocean condition didn't allow us to do snorkeling in the famous blue cave. They called us in the morning to let us know if the condition is okay or not. They let us to choose either snorkeling in another spot or just do kayaking in mangrove area. Since we had done scuba diving in the alternative spot previously, we decided to do only kayaking.

It was a very relaxing fun kayaking tour along mangroves! We could choose either kayak or sup. My friend chose sup instead. The instruction has good knowledge about nature (of course including mangroves) and he taught us details all along. I appreciate he took pictures of us during the tour and gave them (more than 100pics!) to us.

Highly recommend!

Overall, I felt the quality of the guide was low.

- Communication
The guide was more like a pace-setter walking ahead rather than a true guide. They provided explanations at key points, but the content was very superficial. It would have been better to walk alone and read the informational signs. I asked the guide several times about plants and nature, but they mumbled and evaded my questions. They were probably not a professional guide, but rather a seasonal worker for the summer.

- Photography
At the photo spots, the guide took commemorative photos with their smartphone. As a result, there was no time to take pictures with my own camera. This was likely to save time. At first, I thought it was convenient, but I was surprised when I received the photos on the way back. They were taken with an iPhone's portrait mode, and the important Yakusugi and Jomon Sugi were out of focus (laughs). I couldn't help but laugh. While it makes for a funny story, as mentioned earlier, I couldn't take any photos with my own smartphone. I should have at least taken pictures of my companions. The memories consist of countless blurry photos of Yakusugi (laughs). By the way, the composition of the photos was also disastrous. If you're mainly going for photography, I wouldn't recommend this tour.

- Overall Tour Guide Experience
It’s not that the guide I had was particularly bad. I encountered about ten guides, and all of them had strong personalities. There were various types, including an aggressive older man who pressured the tour participants and another older man who only spoke to young women. To be honest, considering personality, our guide who didn’t talk much seemed better. I want you to understand that it was that bad.

- Issues with the Tour
The tour participants all took the same bus to the trailhead, which had nearly 60 people on board. It’s easy to imagine what happens when they all start at the same time. Most guides maintain the same pace, so it becomes crowded no matter where you go. You can’t relax at the photo spots, and despite being in Yakushima, the situation is perpetually crowded. If that’s the case, it would be better to go alone to enjoy the true essence of Yakushima.

- In Summary
Be cautious when booking a guide. The website states "guide required," but that’s to be expected since the site is run by those involved in guiding. If you have about six hours of hiking experience, I think it’s fine to go alone. The trails are well-maintained and quite easy to navigate. I believe beginners should hire a guide. They did a great job managing the pace and successfully took all participants to Jomon Sugi. However, you shouldn’t expect more than that.

I don’t understand why this tour has such high ratings.

総じてガイドの質が低く感じた。
・コミュニケーション面
ガイドというよりは、先頭を歩いてくれるペースメーカー。要所要所で説明を挟んでくれるが内容があまりにも薄い。これなら1人で歩いて説明の看板を見た方がいい。植物や自然についてガイドに何度か質問したが、ごにょごにょ話して濁された。おそらく専門のガイドではなく夏だけのバイトなのだろ。

・写真撮影
撮影ポイントでは、ガイドさんのスマホで記念撮影をしてくれる。それゆえに自分のカメラで撮影する時間は無い。おそらく時間短縮なのだろう。最初は便利だと思ったが、撮影された写真を帰り際もらって驚いた。iPhoneのポートレートで写真撮影されていた。肝心の屋久杉や縄文杉がぼけているのである(笑)。さすがに笑ってしまった。笑い話にはなるが、先述したとおり自分のスマホでは撮れていない。これなら同行者の写真だけでも撮っておけばよかった。思い出の写真は、無数のボケた屋久杉の写真だった(笑)
ちなみに写真の構図も致命的だった。写真撮影メインで行くのならツアーはおすすめしない。

・ツアーガイド全体
私のあたったガイドがとくにハズレだったかというとそうでは無い。ガイド10人くらいと遭遇したが、全員癖が強い。オラオラ系でツアー客に圧をかけるおじさんや、若い女性にだけ話しかけるおじさんなど様々だった。正直なところ、性格面で見ればとくに話さない我々のガイドの方がマシに思えた。それくらい酷いということは承知して欲しい。

・ツアーによる弊害
ツアー参加者は同じバスで登山口まで行くわけだか、このバスには60人近くが登場している。これが同時にスタートするとどうなるかは容易に想像がつく。だいたいどのガイドも同じペースなのでどこに行っても人だらけになるのだ。撮影ポイントでもゆっくりできず、せっかくの屋久島なのに人だらけな状況が永遠に続く。これだったら単独で行った方が屋久島らしさを楽しめる。

・総じて
ガイドの申し込みは慎重に。サイトを見ると「ガイド必須」と書いてあるが、そのサイトの運営はだいたいガイド関係者なのだから当たり前だ。往復6時間程度の登山経験者だったら単独でいっても構わないと思う。登山道も整備されており相当登りやすかった。登山未経験者はガイドをつけるべきだと思う。ペース配分はさすがで、参加者全員を縄文杉まで連れて行っていたのは流石と言える。ただ、それ以上を期待してはいけない。


なんでこんなに評価が高いのか分からないツアーだった

You can deepen your understanding of how many people's efforts are involved in the operation of the aircraft we usually fly on.

普段我々が乗っている飛行機その機体の周りには多くの人の力のよって動いている事について理解を深められる。

I was finally able to do something I had been thinking about for a long time! This tour, which allows plenty of time at Asahiyama Zoo, was even more wonderful than I had imagined! Asahiyama Zoo is truly an amazing place! Thank you to everyone involved! After many years, this bus trip turned out to be a fun experience thanks to the driver and guide. I felt the driver's gentle driving that didn't tire me out and the guide's thoughtfulness. As expected from Chuo Bus! If I have the chance again, I would definitely like to request it! Thank you very much!

ずっーと思ってた事ができました！
旭山動物園にたっぷりいれるこのツァーは私が思ってた以上に素敵なツァーでした！旭山動物園はやはり素晴らしい場所です！関わっている皆さんありがとうございます！何十年ぶりのバスの旅も運転手さん、ガイドさんに恵まれた楽しい時間になりました。運転手さんの乗って居て疲れない優しい運転やガイドさんの思いやりを感じました。
さすが、中央バスさんです！
また、機会があればぜひまたお願いしたいです！ありがとうございました！

I traveled from Osaka to Hokkaido to participate in the dental conference held in Sapporo. I had one free day, so I joined this tour by myself.

Although I departed as scheduled on the morning of the tour, I found it strange that we weren't arriving at the first destination. The guide announced that due to an accident on the highway, we were running two hours behind schedule. My initial excitement turned to concern, but the tour company and the driver quickly adjusted the itinerary, omitting some stops and reorganizing the route to ensure that participants could enjoy the experience as much as possible.

In the end, we couldn't visit Cape Earth and Lake Shikotsu as planned, but the scenery at the places we did visit was truly wonderful. I was very satisfied to see the beautiful view of Mount Yotei, which I had wanted to see. I created unforgettable memories on my first visit to Hokkaido.

I believe everyone who participated was very happy with how the unexpected situation was handled. I am grateful to the driver, the guide, and the fellow participants who were with me that day. If I have the opportunity to visit Hokkaido again, I would definitely like to join a different tour.

札幌で行われた歯科学会に参加する為に、大阪から北海道に行っていました。
１日フリーの日があったので、こちらのツアーに1人で参加させて頂きました。

当日の朝予定通りに出発したものの、最初の目的地になかなか到着せず不思議に思っていると、ガイドさんから高速で事故があった為予定時間を2時間押しているとの放送がありました。
どうなるのかな？と一瞬にしてワクワクしていた気持ちが沈みましたが、その後ツアー会社さんとドライバーさんが色々考えて、省く場所とコースを組み直して参加者さんが出来るだけ楽しめるようにして
下さいました。
結果的に予定していた地球岬と支笏湖には行けませんでしたが、その日巡った場所での景色は本当に素晴らしく見たかった羊蹄山の姿もとても綺麗に見えて大満足の一日になりました！
初めて訪れた北海道で忘れられない素晴らしい思い出ができました。
想定外の出来事に臨機応変に対応して頂き、参加された方は皆さんとても喜んでいらっしゃったと思います。
当日お世話になったドライバーさん、ガイドさん、ご一緒させて頂いた方々に感謝致します。
またいつか北海道を訪れる機会があれば、ぜひ違うツアーにも参加させていただこうと思っています。

A plan that we could never have done on our own! There were moments when I wished we had a little more time, but I was really happy that we were able to visit all the famous spots within the limited time of our trip. It was truly fulfilling! And this level of satisfaction at this price is highly recommended! Thank you for a fun day! I would like to join another tour on my next trip!

自分たちでは絶対回ることのできないプラン！
時間がもう少し欲しい！っていうところもあったけど、限られた時間の中の旅行で名所全てを回れたのが凄く嬉しかったし、とにかく充実でした！
そしてこの充実感でこの価格はとてもおすすめです！
楽しい1日をありがとうございました！
これからの旅行ではまたツアーを組みたいと思いました！

On September 22, 2023, I visited Iriomote Island and Yufu Island. The itinerary and time allocation were just right, making it a very satisfying tour.

First, we boarded the ship and set sail smoothly without any delays. The weather was nice, so we could see the remote islands from the boat, and since there was a commentary on board, we arrived at Iriomote Island in no time while enjoying the view outside. After arriving, we smoothly transitioned from the Nakama River cruise boat to a bus, then to Yufu Island by water buffalo, followed by lunch, and finally back to Iriomote Island by water buffalo before returning to port.

Overall, the tour allowed us to act with ease and enjoy sightseeing without feeling rushed. The guides at each location provided clear and slow explanations, so I have nothing to complain about. It was a perfect score. It became a wonderful memory, and I will use this service again on my next trip.

2023年９月22日に西表島、由布島へ行ってきました。行程、時間配分ともにちょうど良く、大変満足出来るツアーになりました。

まず乗船から出港ですが、待たされる事もなくスムーズな出だし。天気が良かった為、船の中から離島が見え、説明も船内放送されていたので、外を眺めていたらあっという間に西表島に到着。
到着後は流れるように仲間川クルーズ船→バス移動→水牛で由布島→昼食→水牛で西表島→帰港となりました。

全体を通して、せかせかせずに余裕を持ちながら行動ができ、観光を十分に楽しめるツアーでした。
各所案内していた頂いた方々も、分かりやすくゆっくりと案内や説明をして下さったので、何も言う事はありません。100点です。
最高の思い出になりました。次回観光の際も利用します。

I am a local, but I participated with a friend who came from Osaka. I was looking forward to sightseeing in various places, but it felt a bit greedy, as there seemed to be little time at each location. Especially at Lake Toya, we had free time for lunch, but the restaurant we happened to choose was crowded, and we ended up just eating without even seeing the lake. There were many foreigners among the participants, as mentioned by those who had joined before, but thanks to the guide's excellent language skills in Japanese, English, and Chinese, everything went smoothly without any issues. I think it's great for those visiting Hokkaido for the first time, as they can visit popular tourist spots.

私は地元ですが、大阪から来たお友達と一緒に参加しました。
あちこち観光出j来るので楽しみにしていましたが、やはり少し欲張りのようで、見学場所の時間が少ないように感じました。
特に洞爺湖では自由昼食時間でしたが、たまたま選んだレストランが混んでいて、食べるだけで湖も見ずに終わりました。
参加者は以前参加した方の書き込み通り外国人が多く、しかしガイドさんの日本語英語中国語と素晴らしい語学力でトラブルも無く終わりました。
北海道が初めての人には人気観光地が回れ、良いかなと思います。

It was amazing!
My group consisted of six people in their 20s and 30s, plus our guide.
The guide was friendly and checked in on our condition regularly.
Since it was a younger group, the walking pace was fast and it was tough, but it felt like they adjusted appropriately for each group.
In exchange, they allowed us some time at the end to dip our feet in the river as a form of icing! I really felt the difference in my legs afterward. (I wished I could have soaked up to my thighs... Walking dries you out, so I thought it might have been better to wet my sports tights by going into the river...)
The return bus time was fixed, so if we missed it, we would be left behind, but the guide planned everything well, and we made it back just in time at 16:45.
On this day (September 19), there were fewer people, which allowed us to spend more time at key spots and take fun photos!
Snacks are essential (I mostly ate on the way there. I didn't take much on the way back since I had a bento in my stomach!). Even if it's sunny, the area around Jomon Sugi can be windy and cold, which feels refreshing for a hot body, but it gets really cold during lunch, so rain gear is a must!
Quick-drying T-shirts are essential! The 6:00 departure this time was fine without a headlamp as it got bright enough. According to the guide, it's right on the edge of needing one or not.
You can fill your water bottle at more than five places (including the river), so if you bring a 500ml bottle of water and a 500ml sports drink, you can keep refilling as long as you don't mind the river water!
I drank over 2 liters during this hike (in September). There were only two proper toilets, but it was fine since I was sweating it out. There is also a portable toilet near Jomon Sugi, so having one portable toilet is a good idea.
The two toilets had toilet paper.
I thought about bringing work gloves, but there weren't many trees or rocks that would hurt my hands, so I managed without them (as long as you don't slip!).
There were wooden benches and stones at key rest spots where we could take a break. Unless it rains heavily, you might not need an umbrella or leisure sheet since you'll be covered by trees and leaves, but a folding umbrella is essential! Mountain weather can change suddenly!
Trekking poles are a must for those who aren't confident in their stamina! I borrowed one from the guide.

There might be a lot I haven't written about...
Let's try to keep our backpacks light and avoid bringing unnecessary items!

最高でした！
私のグループは20代から30代の6人+ガイドさん
ガイドさんがフレンドリーで体調も都度確認してくれました。
若めなグループだったせいか、歩くスピードが早くて大変でしたが、多分グループ毎に適切な対応を取ってくれている感じでした。
そのかわりアイシングがわりに川に足を入る時間を最後取ってくれたりしてくれました！後日、足の具合が全然違うのを実感してます。(太腿まで浸かりたかった...歩いていると乾燥するからスポーツタイツ濡らしても川にはいれば良かったかも...と後日)
帰りのバスの時間が決定しているので乗れなければ置いて行かれるので時間厳守ガイドさんがちゃんと予定を組んでいただき16:45ギリギリで帰って来れました。
今回(9/19)は人が少なかったお陰で要所滞在時間が取れて楽しく写真を撮れました！
行動食(私はほとんど行きで食べました。帰りはお弁当がお腹にあるのであまり取らなかった！)必須、晴れててもこの日の縄文杉付近は風が寒く熱った体には涼しいですが、お弁当中はすごく寒くなってしまうのでレインウェア必須！
速乾性のTシャツ必須！今回の6:00出発はヘッドライトなしで明るくなり大丈夫でした！ガイドさんが言うには丁度いるかいらないかの境目らしい。
水は五箇所以上(川を含め)でペットボトルに入れれるので、水ペット500㎖以上、スポーツドリンク500㎖合計2本ほど持っていけば川の水が気にならなければ、ずっと足して行けます！
私はこの登山中2ℓ以上は飲みました(9月で)。トイレは2ヶ所(ちゃんとした)しかなかったですが、汗で出て行って大丈夫でしたが、縄文杉付近で携帯用トイレを使えるトイレもあります。なので携帯用トイレ1つはあると良いです。
トイレ2ヶ所はトイレットペーパーあります。
軍手もと思ってましたが手を傷つけるような木や岩はあまりなく、素手で行けました(足を滑らせないことが前提で！)
要所で休憩スポット木のベンチや石があり休めました。大雨が降らない限り木と葉っぱで覆われて傘やレジャーシートはいらないかも、でも折りたたみ傘は必須！山の天気は急変します！
トレッキングポール、体力に自信がない人必須ですよー！私はガイドさんの借りていまいました。

書けてないことが色々ありそうですが...
なるべくいらない物は持って行かないようにリュックは軽く行きましょう！

I experienced snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It was my first time, but thanks to the exciting talks and reassuring support, I had a very enjoyable day. I was happy to feel the great nature of Iriomote Island. Thank you very much. I would love to join the tour again and fully enjoy Iriomote Island!

シュノーケリングとsupを体験しました。初めての体験でしたがワクワクするようなトークと安心できるサポートのおかげでとても楽しい一日でした。西表島の大自然を感じることができて嬉しかったです。ありがとうございました。また、ツアー参加して西表島を堪能したいです！

This was my first bus tour with my 6-year-old child, and we are both in our 30s.

**Important Note:** We gathered at the regular bus stop inside the North Exit concourse, but first, we needed to complete the ticketing process at the sightseeing bus reception inside the station. After checking in, we were guided to the boarding bus stop, which was reassuring. However, the initial check-in was a bit confusing, and I was anxious right before it, so I advise those who are not familiar to be cautious!

**During the Trip:** After that, traveling with my 6-year-old was smooth, and we had no issues with the timing or breaks. We successfully made the round trip to the zoo. The gelato from Iwase Farm on the way back had a wonderful milk aroma, and it was refreshingly delicious, no coffee needed!

**At the Zoo:** We spent about 3 hours exploring the zoo with my child, enjoying the sights and purchasing souvenirs without feeling rushed. The weather was cloudy with a temperature of 15.3°C, and the animals from the northern regions were relatively lively! The penguins didn't fly, but the wolves were quite active.

バスツアーに慣れていない30代&6歳の子供との2人参加です。
【注意事項】北口コンコース内定期バス停留所に集合ですが、まずは駅構内の観光バス受付で発券手続きが必要です。受付後は乗車バス停まで案内してもらえるので安心ですが、最初の受付がわかりにくく直前がヒヤヒヤでしたので、慣れていらっしゃらない方ご注意ください！
【移動中】その後は、6歳の子供と一緒でしたが途中休憩のタイミング、時間とも問題なく無事に動物園往復できました。帰りの岩瀬牧場さんのジェラートはミルクの香りがとてもよく、後味さっぱり美味で、コーヒーいらずでした。
【動物園】動物園では3時間子供と8割程度の散策とお土産購入を行いましたがゆったり時間に追われることなく見たいもの、体験したいもの制覇可能でした。当日は曇りで気温15.3℃で北国の動物は比較的元気でした！ペンギンは空を飛んでしませんでしたが、オオカミは活発でした。

I was moved by the sight of the female driver and tour guide, as well as the captain skillfully navigating the sightseeing boat.

The exploration tour that took us to three islands was wonderful. The sea and sky were simply beautiful.

ツアーを運行する女性ドライバー兼添乗員さん、遊覧船を自在に操船する船長さん、女性が活躍する姿に感動しました。

3島いいとこ取りの探検ツアー素晴らしかったです。うみと空がとにかく美しい。

I had a fulfilling day!
I was waiting in the lobby of the REI Hotel, but I think there were probably people waiting outside as well. The guide wasn't wearing anything that indicated they were with the bus company, so I was a bit flustered at first because I couldn't tell if they were the person in charge. However, since many people started gathering, I thought it must be them, and when I approached, I was right!
Seating was on a first-come, first-served basis, and people who checked in with the guide boarded the bus in order. In my case, it seemed to fill from the front. The window seats tend to fill up quickly. So, those who checked in later or boarded from the TV tower often ended up in the back or on the aisle. Once you sit down, that seat is fixed for the rest of the tour.
This tour was fully booked with 44 participants, and there were 14 people from Japan. I think many of the international guests were from Taiwan and South Korea. Everyone was very polite and adhered strictly to the schedule. In fact, they were so punctual that when I returned to the bus just two minutes before the meeting time, everyone was already seated, and I worried a few times that I was late!
Our guide, Catherine, was cheerful and hardworking, which was lovely. There were many explanations in Chinese and English, but since many international guests were visiting Hokkaido for the first time, she provided a lot of information about Hokkaido's culture. I’m not too particular about the guide, but I hope the international guests get to appreciate the good things about Japan.
I participated alone, but it was totally fine, and Catherine even kindly offered to take pictures. Thank you!
I think this applies to any tour, but the weather can really affect the experience. It was cloudy until the afternoon, and unfortunately, it rained at Lake Shikotsu. I definitely want to go again when the weather is nice!
Thank you to our driver, Kurata, for the long hours of service.

充実した１日になりました！
REIホテルの中のロビーで待っていましたが、おそらく外で待ってた人もいたと思います。ガイドさんがバス会社の目印など持っていたりするわけではなく、私服のような格好だったので最初は担当の方なのか分からず少し焦りました。でもたくさんの人が集まってきてたのでなんとなくそうだろうなーと思って話かけたら合ってました！
席は自由席で、ガイドさんに受付した人から順にバスに乗ります。私のときは前から埋まっていく感じでした。窓側も埋まりやすいです。なので受付が後になった人やテレビ塔から乗る人は後ろの席だったり、通路側になることが多いと思います。最初に座った席でその後は固定です。
今回のツアーは44名の満席で日本の方は14名でした。海外の方はおそらく台湾や韓国の方々が多かったと思います。みなさんマナーよく時間も厳守してました。むしろ厳守しすぎてて、私が集合時間の2分前にバスに戻ったりするとみんな揃って座っていて、逆に遅れてしまったのかと何度か焦りました笑
ガイドのキャサリンさんはニコニコしていて一生懸命で可愛らしかったです。中国語、英語の説明が多かったですが、海外の人は北海道初めてくる方が多いので説明多めにしますと北海道の文化をたくさん説明してました。私はそこまでガイドにこだわってないので、海外の人に日本のいいところが伝わるといいなーと思いました。
ひとり参加でしたが全然大丈夫でしたし、キャサリンさんも写真撮ろうかと気を遣って声をかけてくれました。ありがとう！
あとどのツアーでもそうだと思いますが、天気にすごく左右されると思います。今回は昼過ぎまで曇り、支笏湖はあいにく雨でした。今度は晴れてるときに是非行きたいです！
ドライバーのクラタさんも長時間ありがとうございました。

This was my first time participating, and I was very satisfied with how beautifully the photos turned out. Since it happened to be during a new moon, the stars were visible like in a planetarium, which was lovely.

When you arrive at the meeting place, the golf course, I recommend waiting outside instead of in your car. It seems there were others scheduled for the same time, and those waiting outside the car were prioritized.

今回初めて参加しましたが、とても綺麗に撮って頂きとても満足でした。
たまたま新月のときだったので、星がプラネタリウムのようによく見えて綺麗でした。

待ち合わせ場所のゴルフ場についたら、車の中で待たずに外で待つ事をおすすめします、同じ時間からの撮影の方が他にも居るみたいで、先に車の外で待ってる人優先でした。

The bus was fully booked with over 40 participants. I was the only Japanese person, along with one Italian, one Canadian, and the rest were all Chinese (including Taiwanese and Hong Kong people due to the current situation). The guide could speak both Japanese and English reasonably well, but the guiding content was only in Chinese. However, within the range I could understand, there were many explanations about local specialties, how to worship at shrines and temples, and how to enjoy the lunch menu, which were mostly unnecessary for Japanese participants, so I didn't have any particular difficulties. During lunch, I attended to the Western participants and provided additional explanations in English about the meal and how to eat it (please send me the tips).

As long as you remember the departure time and meeting place (which were explained in both Japanese and English), there shouldn't be any issues. However, the excursion lasting over 12 hours felt a bit too packed. But there was enough time at each location, so it wasn't a rushed tour. There were also ample restroom breaks.

I recommend it if you are confident in your physical stamina.

バスは満席状態で参加人数は40人超え，参加者は日本人が私一人とイタリア人，カナダ人がそれぞれ一人，あとは全員中国人（と言っても情勢から台湾人と香港人）ガイドさんは日本語も英語もそれなりにできるが，ガイド内容は中国語だけ．とはいえ，聞き取れる範囲では，それぞれの街での名物や，神社仏閣の参拝の仕方，ランチメニューの食べ方など，日本人には説明不要なものが多かったので，特に不自由なし．ランチ時は欧米人には私がアテンドし，食事の内容や食べ方を英語で補足説明（ギャラ寄越せ）．
出発時間と待ち合わせ場所（これは日本語と英語で説明してくれた）さえ覚えておけば問題なし．
但し12時間超えのエクスカーションは詰め込みすぎの感じも．でも各場所での滞在時間は十分にあったので弾丸ツアーではない．トイレ休憩も万全．
体力に自信があるならおすすめです．

We participated with our 4-year-old and 7-year-old. The staff members were great at getting everyone excited from the bus ride, making it a fun tour! We got to see the coconut crab that the kids wanted to see, and the starry sky was amazing. The whole family was very satisfied. We would love to join another tour next time! Thank you!

4歳・7歳の子連れで参加しました。
スタッフのお兄さんたちは、行きのバスから色々と盛り上げてくださって、楽しいツアーでした！
子供たちが見たがっていたヤシガニも見られましたし、星空もすごかったです。
家族みんな大満足。
今度は他のツアーも参加してみたいです！
ありがとうございました！

It felt open like a London bus, and when it started to drizzle, they distributed poncho-type rain gear, allowing us to enjoy sightseeing with peace of mind. Fortunately, the rain stopped quickly, so we were able to stick to our plans and visit all the places we intended. When I got home and told my family about it, everyone said they wanted to try it too.

ロンドンバスみたいで開放感があり、雨がポツポツしてきたらポンチョタイプの雨具の配布があり、安心して観光ができました。幸い雨は一瞬でやんだので、その後の予定も変更する事なく、全て立ち寄る事ができよかったです。家に帰り家族に話したところ、みんな乗ってみたいと言っていました。

Although I was a bit anxious due to the rain just before the night tour, I had an amazing time. From the moment we arrived, the starry sky was beautiful, and I was so moved to see fireflies that all my worries disappeared! We then ventured into the jungle, where our tour guide provided detailed explanations, and we were able to spot many creatures like coconut crabs and giant land crabs at various spots.

I will never forget the starry sky we saw on the sandy beach! I had no idea there were such beautiful stars. As beginners in night tours, we had a fantastic experience. I definitely want to come back to Iriomote Island! Please let us join the tour again next time!!!

直前に雨が降り少し不安な中のナイトツアーでしたが、非常に楽しむことが出来ました。
着いた瞬間から星空が綺麗で、蛍まで見ることができ感動し不安は吹き飛びました！そこからジャングルの中を進み、ツアーガイドの方が丁寧に説明してくださり色んなスポットでヤシガニやオオヤドカリなどたくさんの生き物を見つける事が出来ました。
特に砂浜で見た星空は忘れられません！こんなに綺麗な星空があるとは知りませんでした☺️✨
ナイトツアー初心者の二人でしたが、とても楽しむ事が出来ました。
また西表島に来たいと思います！ぜひその時はまたツアーに参加させてください！！！

They also provided advice on seasickness and motion sickness from snorkeling, and they subtly checked on my condition, which made me feel very reassured about participating. The sea was very calm and beautiful, so I was able to enjoy myself without any worries.

They recommended some great restaurants and bento shops, and their explanations were clear and thorough. After our lunch break, I chatted with other participants about what we had eaten, creating a very friendly atmosphere in the group.

For the canoe or SUP and mangrove tour experience in the afternoon, I think it’s best to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting wet. The final activity was an exceptionally pleasant experience. Since there was also a trekking element, I was able to connect with the nature of Iriomote Island, and thanks to our knowledgeable guide, I really grew to love the island.

The guides from pipi were mostly young, but I felt that each one of them had a pleasant demeanor and was very trustworthy.

Thank you to Yuuma and everyone at pipi for a wonderful time.

They also took plenty of photos of each participant group during the tour (the camera angles were fantastic), allowing us to focus on having fun.

*For those going to the mangroves, it might be better to avoid sleeveless tops and having insect repellent spray could be helpful. I got bitten by mosquitoes ten times on one arm alone!

船酔いやシュノーケルの波酔いの相談も受けてくれて、さり気なく体調を気にかけて頂き、とても安心して参加できました。
とても穏やかで綺麗な海だったので、心配もどこ吹く風で楽しく過ごせました。

おすすめの定食屋さんやお弁当屋さんも教えてくださり、わかりやすく丁寧で。お昼休憩の後にグループが一緒になった参加者の方と、何を食べたかの話をしたりと、とても和やかな雰囲気のグループとなりました。

午後からのカヌーorSUP、マングローブツアー体験は是非濡れても良い格好で参加されると良いと思います。
最後のお楽しみは格別に気持ちの良い体験となります◎
トレッキングの要素も含まれていたので、西表島の自然に触れ合うことができ、知識の豊富なガイドさんのおかげで島のことがとっても好きになりました。

pipiさんのガイドの方は若い方が多く見られましたが、どの人も気持ちの良い雰囲気でしっかりと信頼のおける方達だと感じました。

担当のユウマさんはじめ、pipiの皆様。楽しい時間をありがとうございます。

ツアー中の写真も各参加グループごとにたくさん撮ってくれるので(カメラアングルも素晴らしい)集中して遊べます♪

※マングローブに行く方は、ノースリーブは控えて、虫除けスプレーがあると良いかもしれません。片腕だけで10ヶ所しっかりと蚊に食われました笑

I was a bit worried about joining the local tour alone and feeling out of place, but I had such a fun time that it didn't matter at all!

Both the bus guide and the lady from the mangrove tour were great at chatting, and I never got bored listening to them.

There were water buffalo and live music, which was very soothing, and I also enjoyed taking commemorative photos with the water buffalo!

初めて現地ツアー参加（1人だし浮くかな？）と思っていましたが気にならないぐらい楽しいひと時を過ごせました！

バスの添乗員さん、マングローブツアーのお姉さん共にお喋りが上手で聞いていて飽きませんでした。

水牛も弾き語りもあって癒されたし水牛と記念撮影もできて楽しかったです！

I was surprised to see it almost fully booked even on a weekday, but considering the distance from Sapporo, I hesitated to go by rental car, so I used this tour. I didn't realize that with Chuo Bus, it was necessary to issue the boarding ticket at their counter inside the station before boarding, but I managed to get on without any issues. During the trip, I thoroughly enjoyed the explanations from the "professional guide," which kept the passengers engaged. Although we faced some rain and wind, the weather cleared up at the key spots, allowing us to enjoy the summer Shakotan Peninsula. I also enjoyed a delicious seafood bowl for lunch. Thank you very much.

平日ながらほぼ満席で驚きましたが、札幌からの距離もあってレンタカーで行くのはちょっとためらわれたので、本ツアーを利用しました。
中央バスさんの場合、乗車前に駅内の同社カウンターでの乗車券発券が必要であることは気付きませんでしたが、無事に乗車。
道中はさすが「プロのガイドさん」の乗客を飽きさせない説明を堪能させていただきました。
雨や風にも見舞われましたが、「ここぞ」というスポットでは天候も回復し、夏の積丹半島を楽しむことができました。昼食（海鮮丼）もおいしくいただきました。
ありがとうございました。

It was my first time on Iriomote Island! I was able to do everything I wanted in one day on the Mangrove Barasu Island course✨ The explanations about the island and the plants were fascinating, and the guides were very kind, making it a fun experience♪

初めての西表島でした！
マングローブ・バラス島のコースで、1日でやりたかったことができました✨
島や植物の説明なども興味深く、ガイドさんたちもとっても親切で楽しむことができました♪

Lydia, our tour guide, was very clear and worked hard, which made it a lot of fun. We had plenty of time to see each place, and I think we were able to visit all the highlights. I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

添乗員のリディアさんもわかりやすく一生懸命頑張ってたので、とても楽しかったです。各場所を見る時間もたっぷりとあり、有名どころの良い所は全て見れたと思います。又、機会があれば利用したいと思う。

The location was great, and they captured the breathtaking moment of the moon and stars as the moon set! The staff was friendly and gave us tips on poses and photography, making the shoot enjoyable! A shooting star was also captured, making it the best memory of the trip! ♪

ロケーションもよくて、月が沈む瞬間の月と星の絶景の瞬間を写真に納めてくれました！
お兄さんも気さくで、ポーズや写真のアドバイスもしてくれ楽しく撮影してくれました！
流れ星も写っていて、旅行で一番の思い出です♪

We participated as a family of three. It was our first time in Miyako Island, and this sea turtle snorkeling experience became our best memory. The responses to our questions before the tour were very thorough, which made us feel at ease to join. The guide was also very kind and cheerful, and we were able to see 4 to 5 sea turtles! The photos sent to us after the tour were incredibly beautiful, including close-up shots of the sea turtles and pictures of Nemo, in addition to our family photos. I believe Miyako Island is a place worth visiting only if you go into the sea. I definitely want to participate in this tour again the next time I visit! 😊

家族3人で参加しました。宮古島は初めてだったのですがこのウミガメシュノーケリングが1番の思い出になりましたツアー前の質問にも丁寧にご回答いただき安心して参加することが出来ました。
またガイドの方もとても親切で明るく、ウミガメも4〜5匹見ることが出来ました！
ツアー後に送って下さった写真もすごく綺麗で、家族写真以外にもウミガメの至近距離写真やニモの写真などもありました。
宮古島は海に入ってこそ行く価値のある場所だと思います。また次に訪れる時も必ずこちらのツアーに参加したいと思います(^^)

It was a bus tour that covered the main tourist attractions in Ishigaki. The guide this time was said to be the only male guide from the operating company. The weather was nice, and the guided tour, filled with jokes, allowed us to have a great time!

石垣の主要な観光地を網羅したバスツアーでした。今回のガイドさんは運行会社で唯一の男性ガイドさんだそうです。天候も良く、ジョーク交えてのガイドは楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました！

I chose this tour because I didn't have much time in Sapporo, and it allowed me to see a lot in a short period. It was a route that would have been difficult to navigate alone, so I appreciated it. The seafood bowl at the outer market was also delicious.

This isn't the company's fault, but there was a participant who didn't show up at the meeting time at the outer market, which made me worry about my return flight schedule.

札幌滞在時間があまりなかったので、しっかり回れるこのツアーを選びました。
なかなか一人では回れないコースだったので、ありがたかったです。
場外市場の海鮮丼も美味しかったです。

これは会社さんのせいではないのですが、
場外市場で集合時間になっても全く現れない参加者がいらして、
帰りの飛行機の時間が心配になってしまいました。

Since I participated in late August, the lavender season had already ended, but the scenery was still beautiful, and I was able to see a lot of colorful flowers, which was great. The food was delicious, and I had just the right amount of time to look at souvenirs; I thought it was a well-balanced itinerary.

8月下旬に参加したのでラベンダーのシーズンは終わっていましたが、それでも景色がよく、色とりどりの花をたくさん見ることができてよかったです。
食事もおいしかったし、おみやげを見る時間もちょうどよく、バランスの取れた行程だと思いました。