All Reviews for Adventure Activities

It was our first time snorkeling, and although the whole family was a bit nervous, our guide was very friendly and explained everything clearly. Along the way, we enjoyed fun conversations and admired beautiful fish, and before we knew it, we arrived at the Blue Cave! We were able to physically feel the wonderful mysteries of nature and see breathtaking views!

After that, we went sea kayaking! Paddling over the beautiful, vast ocean, we encountered stunning corals and fish, making it an absolutely amazing experience. My family and I talked about how we definitely want to do this again! I highly recommend it to everyone!

はじめての、シュノーケリングで家族皆緊張もありましたが、大変わかりやすく気さくにガイドしていただき、道中も楽しい話や綺麗魚を観ながら、あっという間に、青の洞窟へ！
素晴らしい自然の神秘を体で感じ、絶景をみることができました！
その後はシーカヤック！美しく広い海の上をカヤックで進み、美しいサンゴや魚達と会えて本当に素晴らしい体験の連続でした。次も必ずお願いしたいと家族皆で話をしていました！
皆さん、本当にオススメです！

The sea was beautiful, and I was glad to see sea turtles! The cave we paddled to by canoe was mystical, and it was a precious experience! Thank you!

海もきれいし、ウミガメも見られてよかったー！
カヌーを漕いで行った鍾乳洞は神秘的で貴重な体験ができました！
ありがとうございました！

The river rafting itself was thrilling and enjoyable! Additionally, it was a great experience to be able to purchase items at the water convenience store, but above all, I enjoyed the humorous explanations and physicality of the boatman!

川下り自体もスリリングなところもあり楽しめました‼️
また、水上コンビニで購入できたりと良い経験でしたが、何より船頭さんのユーモア溢れる説明や肉体が楽しめました‼️

The staff member was very friendly, and during the移動中, he talked about dialects and plants, which made it interesting and kept us entertained! The Pumpkin Cave felt like an adventure and was truly fun; we were able to take a lot of photos✨ It was a place I really wanted to visit, so it became a wonderful memory.
Although we encountered turtles while snorkeling, it was quite challenging to take photos, but the staff member persevered until the very last moment, and we were finally able to get some pictures! I was about to give up on getting any, so I was really happy at that moment❣️
Thank you very much.

担当のお兄さんのノリもよく、移動中も方言や植物などの話もしてくれて飽きず面白かったです！パンプキン鍾乳洞は探検のようで本当に楽しく、写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました✨行きたかった場所だったので本当に良い思い出になりました。
シュノーケリングは亀とは出会えたものの、写真は撮るのはかなり厳しそうな状況でしたが、お兄さんがかなりお時間ギリギリまで粘ってくれて最後には写真が撮れました！撮れないかなと諦めかけてたところだったので、あの時は本当に嬉しかったです❣️
ありがとうございました。

We participated as a family of four, including a second-year middle school student and a fourth-year elementary school student. In the morning, we went to the Pumpkin Cave, and in the afternoon, we snorkeled at Alagusuk Beach. The Pumpkin Cave was truly mystical and worth visiting. Additionally, during the afternoon snorkeling, we were able to see sea turtles! We encountered them twice, which was surprising. The guide was also very courteous throughout, making it a fun experience.

中学2年と小学4年の子供を含む家族四人で参加させて頂きました。
午前中にパンプキン鍾乳洞に行き、午後はアラグスク海岸でシュノーケルというスケジュールでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞は、本当に神秘的で、行く価値ありです。
また、午後のシュノーケルでも、ウミガメにちゃんと会えました！二回も遭遇できて、びっくりしました。
ガイドさんも終始丁寧に案内してくれて、楽しかったです。

It takes about 30 minutes by trolley to get to Torokko Kameoka Station. The bus ride to the boarding area is about 15 minutes. It seemed a bit tight on time, but they guide you in that order after completing the check-in. There seem to be quite a number of boats available. The boarding time varies depending on the river's water level; when the water level is high, it seems you can reach Arashiyama in just one hour. We enjoyed a 1.5-hour boat trip. You can fully enjoy both the calm areas of the river and the narrow, varied elevation spots. It could be described as a natural Splash Mountain. Also, the experience of getting splashed with water is one of the highlights of the Hozu River boat ride. We participated as a group of five, and everyone was satisfied. Additionally, the scenery changes with the seasons, so I think you can enjoy the charm of the Hozu River at different times of the year.

トロッコでトロッコ亀岡駅までは30分程度。バスで乗船場までは15分。ちょっと時間的にタイトなように思いましたが、受付を終了してその順番で案内してくれます。船は相当数があるようです。乗船時間は川の水量で変わるようで水量の多いときは1時間で嵐山に着いてしまうようです。我々は1時間30分の船旅を満喫しました。流れのゆったりとした場所と細く高低差のある所など十分に楽しめます。自然のスプラッシュマウンテンといったところでしょうか。また、水は浴びてなんぼのものといった感じで、水を浴びるのも保津川下りの醍醐味です。今回五人で参加しましたが、全員満足してくれました。また、季節によって周りの景色も様変わりしますので、その時々の保津川の魅力を満喫できると思います。

Although we moved by car three times, it was the best tour as they chose the perfect beach each time. At the Pumpkin Cave, we went snorkeling with sea turtles, and the three guides were kind and taught us various things during the SUP course.

車移動3回したものの、適した海を毎回選んでくれて最高のツアーでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞、海亀シュノーケリング、SUPのコースで3名のガイドさんは優しく色々教えていただきました。

Since I came to the island alone, I looked for a tour that could fill my schedule. It was far more enjoyable than I expected!

I had no idea that I could actually enter and climb in the limestone cave, so it was a pleasant surprise!

Also, since I would get wet, I couldn't bring my phone, but the guide took a lot of photos for me!

Surprisingly, it was quite physically demanding, but it was a fulfilling day!

1人で来島したため、取り敢えずスケジュールを埋められるツアーを探しました。期待より遥かに楽しかったです！

鍾乳洞はまさか入って登っていけるとは事前に知らなかったので、良い意味でのサプライズになりました！

また、水に濡れてしまうので携帯は持っていけなかったが、ガイドさんにいっぱい写真をとっていただきました！

意外と体力も消費しましたが、満喫な1日でした！

The detailed explanations and guidance made it easy for someone like me, who isn't very athletic, to paddle and I had a lot of fun! Although my husband did most of the paddling, haha. I was amazed to see vibrant and beautiful fish like clownfish even from the kayak. At the end, we received a wonderful video shot with a drone, which was even more impressive! I was very satisfied. If I have friends traveling to Miyako Island, I would definitely recommend this activity. Also, during casual conversation, I was given recommendations for great places to eat, and I went right away! The chilled Miyako soba was exquisite. It was my first time in Miyako Island, but thanks to the staff, it became a more memorable trip. Thank you very much.

丁寧に説明＆誘導していただいたので、運動音痴の私でも簡単に漕ぐ事ができてとても楽しめました(^^)ほとんど夫が漕いでいましたが笑。カヤックからでもカクレクマノミなどの鮮やかでキレイな魚を見る事ができて感動しました。最後にドローンなどで撮影したステキな動画までいただき、更に感動です！とても満足しました。宮古島に旅行に行く友人がいたらオススメしたいアクティビティです。また、雑談でオススメのお店を教えていただき早速行ってきました！冷やし宮古そば、絶品でした。初宮古島でしたがスタッフさんのおかげで、より思い出深い旅行となりました。ありがとうございました。

It was a bit harder than I imagined, but thanks to our guide, Kei, I had a safe and very enjoyable day! We saw many turtles and were shown various types of fish. At Pumpkin, with both the youngest and the oldest participants, we received support during challenging times, and I had an experience like no other! We took a lot of photos, and it became a wonderful memory! Thank you very much!!!

想像していたより少しハードでしたが、ガイドのけいさんのおかげで安心安全でとても楽しい一日が過ごせました！
カメもたくさん見れ、他にも様々なのお魚を見せてくれました。
パンプキンでは最年少と最年長がいる中、大変な時サポートしてくれ、今までにない経験ができました！
写真もたくさん撮って頂きとてもいい思い出になりました！
ありがとうございました！！！

This is my third time on the Hozu River boat ride, and this time was the most enjoyable. The speed of the boat varies depending on the seasonal scenery and water level, but the boatman's storytelling is also a highlight of the Hozu River experience. The boatman this time was great at getting everyone excited, and it was a lot of fun.

保津川下りは3回目ですが、今回が一番楽しかったです。季節の景色や水量によって船のスピードも違いますが、船頭さんの喋りも保津川下りの醍醐味です。今回の船頭さんは盛り上げも上手でとても楽しかったです。

This was my second time on the Hozu River boat ride, and it had been 30 years since my last visit. Due to the rain the day before, the water level was a bit high, and we got splashed along the way, but it felt like we were on an attraction, it was so much fun. Above all, the boatman's commentary was entertaining, and I was laughing the whole time, so I want to go again in a different season.

保津川下りは２回目30年ぶりでした。
前日からの雨でやや水量多めで途中水に濡れることもありましたが、まるでアトラクションに乗っているような楽しさでした。
何より船頭さんのトークが面白くてずっと笑い通しだったので季節を変えてまた行きたいと思います。

We gathered at 9:00 AM (Shinjiro Coast) and disbanded at 3:30 PM (Horarizumi Beach). Since I couldn't drive, I took a taxi in the morning, and for the transfers and to the hotel, I received shuttle service. It seems that taxis are hard to catch in Miyako Island, so it might be better to allow for extra time.

In the morning, we went snorkeling and encountered sea turtles and fish! I was amazed at how close I could see them. It was so beautiful. I personally have almost no swimming experience, and I could only put my face in the water by pinching my nose and closing my eyes, but I was glad I could see so much underwater.

I want to share some tips for beginners like me, as I got panicked and ended up drinking water or losing my sense of direction. 1) When clearing the fog from the snorkeling goggles, make sure to shake off the seawater well; I got a little water in my eyes at first. 2) If you laugh too much, gaps can form in the goggles, letting water in, so keep them a bit tighter. 3) Don’t overexert yourself while swimming to avoid gasping for air and inhaling water. 4) When you put your face in the water in a "attention" position and just kick your legs, you can move straight ahead more easily. 5) If you get too absorbed and keep your face in the water, you might not hear sounds, so occasionally lift your face to listen to the guide and check your position.

In the afternoon, we went to see the Pumpkin Cave. We kayaked to the entrance of the cave, and I think if you communicate with your fellow paddlers, you can make good progress (we almost got stuck a few times). The flow was: go through the entrance hole (you can't touch the bottom here) → see the pumpkin → get out of the water and climb up the cave → listen to the guide's explanation while exploring → dive from where we first climbed. Inside the cave, there were many other tour participants, and it was sometimes hard to find a place to step, but surprisingly it wasn't slippery, and I didn't fall or slip. It was cool, and I could feel the timelessness of nature; it was wonderful.

Regarding the pumpkin, here are some points to be careful about: 1) I think the path to the kayak and the sea is the maximum sunburn zone. Apply sunscreen generously. 2) When climbing the cave, a lot of water splashes on your face, which can be alarming, but try to stay calm, grab the rope, and climb slowly without rushing (I got a pretty bad scrape on my elbow because I panicked thinking, "I'm blocking the next person! Water on my face!"). It's better to take it slow or wear a rash guard. 3) When diving, I pinched my nose and closed my eyes as I fell. Since I was wearing a life jacket, I knew I would float eventually, so I stayed calm and waited until my face was out of the water.

I wrote a lot because I had quite a bit of anxiety, but I had fun from start to finish, was moved, and was very satisfied! Even though I can't swim, I gained confidence that I could do this much. If you have a real fear or trauma, that's a different story, but for those who are inexperienced and feel scared or anxious, I think it will surprisingly work out, so I recommend participating!

(The photo is of a sea turtle I took myself. The guide will take better photos and share them.)

9:00集合(新城海岸)、15:30解散(保良泉ビーチ)でした。車の運転ができないため、朝はタクシー、間の移動とホテルまでは送迎していただきました。宮古島はタクシーが捕まりにくくなっているそうなので、時間に余裕を持った方が良いかもしれません。
午前はシュノーケリングで、ウミガメと魚に遭遇できました！こんなに近くで見られるんだ…と感動しました。とてもきれいでした。私自身泳ぎの経験がほぼなく、鼻をつまみ目を閉じないと顔を水につけられないレベルでしたが、たくさん水中を見ることができて良かったです。
パニくると水を飲んでしまったり方向が分からなくなって不安になるので、私レベルの初心者が気をつけた方がよいことを書いておきます。 ①シュノーケリングのゴーグルの曇り取りの時に海水をよく切らなかったせいで、最初少しだけ目に水が入ってしまったので、水はよく払っておく。②大きく笑うとゴーグルに隙間ができて鼻に水が入るので、ややキツめにしておく。③頑張って泳ぎすぎて息を切らして口から水を吸わないようにする。④気をつけの姿勢で顔を水につけて足だけバタバタしたら、早めに真っ直ぐ進めました。⑤夢中になってずっと顔を水につけていると音が聞こえなくなりやすいので、時たま顔を上げてガイドさんの声を聞き位置を確認する。
午後はパンプキン鍾乳洞を見に行きました。
カヤックで鍾乳洞の入り口まで行くのですが、同乗者と声をかけながら漕ぐと割と上手く進めることができるのではないかと思います。(数回座礁しかけましたが)
鍾乳洞は入り口の穴をくぐる(ここから足つきません。)→パンプキンを見る→水から上がって鍾乳洞を登っていく→ガイドさんの説明を聞きながら回る→最初登ったところからダイブ、という流れでした。鍾乳洞の中は他のツアー参加者も多く、足の踏み場に迷うこともありましたが、意外とすべりにくく、転んだり落ちたりはしませんでした。ひんやりしていて、悠久の自然を感じられて、素敵でした。
パンプキンについても、上と同様に気をつけるポイントを記載しておきます。①カヤックや、海までの道が最大の日焼けゾーンだと思います。日焼けを大げさに塗る。②鍾乳洞を登るとき、顔にかなり水がかかってビビりますが、できるだけ落ち着いてロープを掴み、焦らず冷静にのぼる。(次が詰まってしまう！顔に水が！と思って焦り、ひじにけっこう染みるすり傷ができました。落ち着いてゆっくり挑むか、ラッシュガードを着るといいと思います。)③飛び込むときは鼻をつまんで目を閉じて落ちました。ライフジャケットを来ておりそのうち絶対に浮くので、顔が水から出たと思うまで落ち着いてゆっくり耐えます。
かなり不安があったので色々書いていますが、最初から最後まで楽しかったし、感動したし、大満足です！泳げないけどここまでできたぞという自信にもなります。
本当に恐怖でトラウマがある場合は別ですが、経験なくて怖い、不安だという方でも意外となんとかなると思うので、参加してみることをおすすめします！
(写真は自力で撮ったウミガメです。ガイドさんがもっといい写真を撮って共有してくれます。)

Since I had a reservation, I didn't have to wait to board, and I was able to sit in the very front, which made the experience even more thrilling. I was able to talk with the boatmen as well, and it was a lot of fun.

予約してたので、乗るまでに待つこともなく、また、一番前に乗せてもらえて、迫力がさらに増しました。船頭さん達とも話せたし、とても楽しかったです。

I may have had a bit too high expectations from the photos. I think the weather played a part as well. Also, since it was mid-July, which is high season, there were many people snorkeling, making it a bit scary to paddle, and I felt there were not many photos with just us in them (someone was always in the frame). This might be an issue related to the timing.

Additionally, there were three staff members who assisted us, and when we first took photos, one of them asked if we wanted to remove our life jackets before taking the pictures. I replied that I would like to remove them if possible, but another staff member ended up explaining things, so my request didn't get communicated, and we took the photos with the jackets on...

I was grateful that they sent the photos right after the session. For those participating, it's best to be well-prepared for sun protection!

写真で見てて少し期待しすぎたかもしれません
天気もあると思います。あと7月中旬、ハイシーズンなのでシュノーケルしてる方々も沢山いて、漕ぐのも怖いですし、写真も私たちだけの写真って少なかったように思います。(誰かしら写っている)
これは時期の問題かもしれません
あと、対応してくれた方が3名居られて、最初にお写真撮る時にライフジャケット外してから撮りたいですか？っと聞いていただけたので、出来るなら外して撮りたいです！っと答えたのですが、別の方が最終的に説明してたのでその方に伝わっておらず、そのまま撮影でした...。
終わった後にすぐに撮影したデータを送っていただけたのはありがたかったです。
参加される方は、日焼け対策は万全にされた方が良いです！

At 9 AM, we gathered at Shinjo Beach, surrounded by shallow waters and coral, where the waves were calm and perfect for swimming. During snorkeling, we were able to see small fish hiding among the corals, and to our surprise, we encountered three sea turtles just about four minutes after starting to swim! ^_^ It was a wonderful experience. Mao, our tour guide, shared various sightseeing knowledge with us, and he was warm and attentive to every detail. I would love to experience this tour again with my family.

朝9時に遠浅で珊瑚に囲まれた海は波も穏やかで、泳ぎやすいビーチ新城海岸で集合し、シュノーケリングでは珊瑚の陰に小さな魚を見ることもでき、泳ぎ始めて4分くらいでまさかのウミガメさん！(3匹)に会えました^_^
とてもいい体験でした。　
ツアーのマオさんからいろんな観光知識を教えて頂きました。暖かくて細かいところまで気を配りました。また家族と一緒にこのツアーを体験したいと思います。

Booking this tour was definitely the right choice. Riding a kayak on the wide sea with a pleasant breeze and watching the sunset slowly sink into the water was amazing. This is partly thanks to the weather, so in a sense, luck is involved, but the charm of this tour lies elsewhere.

In a word, the tour guide was wonderful. They provided careful support for beginners in kayaking, so there was absolutely no anxiety! More than that, they taught us how to enjoy the experience. They pointed out things like, "Look, there's a rainbow over there," "The clouds are shaped like that," and "The sky over there is such a beautiful color," finding various things to share with us from the same perspective, creating excitement, and enjoying the experience together. Thanks to this, I created many memories beyond just thinking, "That was beautiful."

Even if the weather were to be cloudy, I believe this guide would definitely show us how to enjoy the moment and help us create wonderful memories. I truly appreciate everything. Thank you very much!!

こちらのツアーに申し込んで大正解でした。
気持ちの良い風が吹く広い海の上でカヤックに乗り、ゆっくり海に沈んでいく夕日を見るのは、最高です。
…と、これは天気のおかげなので、ある意味運が必要ですが、こちらのツアーの魅力は、また別にあります。

一言でいうと、ツアーガイドの方が素晴らしかったです。カヤック初心者でも丁寧にサポートしてくれるので、不安は全く無し！というのは当たり前で、何よりも「楽しみ方」を教えてくれます。
「あそこ、虹が出てますよ」「雲があんな形をしてる」「あそこの空が、あんな色をしてて綺麗ですね」といった具合に、我々と同じ目線で色々な事を見つけ、盛り上げ、教えてくれて、一緒に楽しんでくれます。
おかげで、「綺麗だったなー」だけでなく、上記のようないろんな思い出が出来ました。

もし、仮に天候に恵まれずに曇りだったとしても、、このガイドさんなら、必ずその時の「楽しみ方」を教えてくれて、素敵な思い出を作ってくれると思います。本当にお世話になりました。ありがとうございました！！

It was safe because it was basically shallow, even though I was with small children. I'm also happy about the drone photography and videography. I want to go again.

小さい子供と一緒でしたが、基本的に浅瀬なので安心でした。
ドローンでの写真動画撮影も嬉しいです。
また行きたいです。

Due to the typhoon, I was worried because the weather wasn't very good until the day before, but it turned out to be beautifully sunny, and I was able to experience it safely. It was my first time in a clear kayak. Paddling through the very beautiful sea in a transparent kayak felt wonderful and was a lot of fun. The instructor took us a bit further in, and we were able to see many corals and clownfish. Since we had some time, I also got to try stand-up paddleboarding, which was also very enjoyable. They filmed us with a drone and edited the video nicely, so I received some great footage! It became a wonderful memory for our honeymoon. Thank you very much!

台風の影響で前日まで、天気があまり良くなく心配だったのですが当日は良く晴れて、無事体験する事ができました。初めてのクリアカヤックでした。とても綺麗な海で底が透き通っているカヤックで進むのはとても気持ち良く、楽しかったです。インストラクターの方が少し奥まで連れて行ってくださり、沢山の珊瑚とカクレクマノミを見る事が出来ました。時間があったので、ＳＵＰペダルも体験させていただきました。こちらもとても楽しかったです。ドローンで撮影をしてくださり、動画など
いい感じに編集していただきとてもいい物をいただきました！新婚旅行のとてもいい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました！

I was able to enjoy nature while moving through areas with swift currents and calm spots. It's easy for small children to participate, and I recommend it for those who want to take their time enjoying the scenery.

流れが急な場所、凪の場所を進みながら自然を楽しめました。小さい子供でも参加しやすく、ゆっくり風景を楽しみたい人におすすめです。

I immediately experienced a clear kayak on Miyako Island. Although it was under the blazing sun, I was able to feel the high transparency of Imugya Marine from the kayak.

I wore a life jacket, but I think it would be better to wear a long-sleeve rash guard underneath. If you're a woman concerned about sunburn, placing a towel or something at your feet can also help prevent tanning. There was also drone photography, and I was grateful to receive the data on the spot. The staff kindly taught me how to operate everything, making it a fun experience even for beginners. Thank you very much.

宮古島についてすぐクリアカヤックを体験しました。炎天下の中の体験ではありましたが、透明度の高いイムギャーマリンをカヤックの上から感じることができました。
ライフジャケットを着用しましたが、中に長袖のラッシュガードを着用した方が良いと思います。女性で日焼けを気にするのであれば、足元にタオルかなにかをかけておくのも日焼け対策になりました。ドローンでの撮影もあり、データはその場でいただくことができたのでありがたかったです。スタッフの方たちも親切に操作方法を教えてくださり、初心者でも楽しく体験することができました。ありがとうございました。

The service was great, and the staff were very kind, so I definitely want to come back! However, I was told that I wouldn't get too wet, but that's not true, haha. I think wearing a swimsuit is a must.

接客も良く優しいスタッフの方々で、是非また来たいと思いました！
ただ、あまり濡れないと言われましたが、濡れますよ笑。水着着用は必須かな。

After enjoying the view of the Hozu River Gorge from the trolley train, we went on a boat ride down the Hozu River for about 2 hours, covering approximately 16 km from Kameoka to Arashiyama. Surrounded by greenery in June, the skillful teamwork of the three boatmen was a sight to behold. Their humorous storytelling provided a wealth of topics, including history, scenic points, unique rock formations, and tales of flora and fauna, making for a delightful experience.

トロッコ列車で保津川峡谷を眺めた後、亀岡から嵐山まで、約16kmの約2時間保津川下りに行きました。6月の緑の中、3人の船頭が息を合わせる職人技は必見で、ユーモア溢れる語りで歴史や絶景ポイントや奇岩や花鳥動物たちの話など話題も豊富で楽しい時間を過ごせました。

First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to the staff. Thank you for the fun activities.

The weather on Miyako Island that day was unstable, with sunny spells and heavy rain. I was worried about the rain since there was a drone filming involved. Then, the staff kindly said, "It will stop in about 30 minutes," and sure enough, 30 minutes later, the sun started to shine! The staff were truly kind and attentive.

The clear kayak experience itself was wonderful, allowing us to see beautiful coral and fish up close, creating great memories. During the experience, the staff and the drone took photos and videos, which they provided at the end. There were even some wonderful surprises in the data!

I highly encourage everyone to participate!

まずは、スタッフの方に感謝申し上げたいです。
楽しいアクティビティをありがとうございました。

当日の宮古島は天気が不安定で晴れたり、激しい雨が降ったりしていました。この体験はドローン撮影があったので雨を心配していました。するとスタッフの方が「あと30分ぐらいでやむよー」と声をかけていただき、30分後本当に晴れ間が差してきました！本当にスタッフの方は親切でお声かけが行き渡っていました。

クリアカヤックの体験自体も、綺麗な珊瑚や魚を間近見ることができて良い思い出になりました。体験中にスタッフの方やドローンが写真や動画撮影してくださり、最後に提供してくれます。データの中には素晴らしいサプライズも！？


ぜひ皆さん参加してみてください！

We gathered at Shinjo Beach at 8:00 and went snorkeling. It was a bit chilly in the morning, but once I got used to it, it was totally fine. I was really happy to see a lot of sea turtles! After a short drive, we went kayaking to a limestone cave. It was a mystical place, and I was moved by the greatness of nature. Jumping into the sea at the end was nerve-wracking, but it was also fun. The snorkeling guide was friendly and great! The cave guide was very talkative and reliable, which was nice! I didn't have a car and took a taxi to the meeting point, but I was grateful that they also helped with transportation during the trip and on the way back, even though it was an extra cost.

8:00に新城海岸で集合してからのシュノーケリング。
朝だから若干 海が冷たかったけど慣れたら全然平気だった。
ウミガメもたくさん見れて良かった♡
車で少し移動して、カヤックで鍾乳洞へ。
神秘的なところで自然のすごさに感動する。
最後 海へジャンプするのドキドキしたけど それも楽しかった。
シュノーケリングガイドのお兄さん、気さくで良かった！
鍾乳洞ガイドのお姉さん、たくさん話してくれて頼りがいのある方で良かった！
車がなくタクシーで集合場所まで行ったけど、別途かかるけど途中の移動・帰りの送りまでしてくれて 有り難かったです♡

It was hot, and the water level was low, which took some time, but I was impressed by the boatman's earnest paddling and his efforts in engaging conversation!

暑くて水量が少なく時間もかかりましたが、船頭さんの一所懸命に漕がれてる姿とトークも頑張ってられるところが感激しました！

It was a very hot day, but I had a great time by the water. Unfortunately, due to the continued sunny weather, the water level was a bit low, which made it feel less wild, but the lush green summer valley was beautiful. I would love to see the autumn foliage and spring cherry blossoms next time. If you have the time, I definitely recommend experiencing it. The grilled squid sold by the boat at the end was also fantastic. Thank you to the boatmen for entertaining us for about two hours.

とても暑い日でしたが水辺で過ごせて楽しかったです。
晴天続きのため水量が少なめでワイルドさが少し足りないのが残念でしたが緑が濃い夏の渓谷がとてもきれいで次回は秋の紅葉、春の桜も見てみたいと思います。
時間があれば是非経験される事をおすすめします。
終盤に船が売りに来るイカ焼きも最高でした。
船頭さんたちも約2時間楽しませてくれてありがとうございました。

I thoroughly enjoyed the nearly two-hour river descent. It may depend on the participants' morale, but the trip I joined departed on time and arrived at Arashiyama almost as scheduled. The three boatmen were all friendly and entertaining, providing enjoyable commentary and explanations. The river conditions were calm, so some participants had the opportunity to paddle in the gentle areas.

However, even though we departed at 9 AM, it was a clear day with temperatures in Kyoto exceeding 38°C, so it was quite hot. I eagerly boarded as passenger number one (probably in order of check-in) and took a seat at the very front, but the canopy in the front row only partially blocked the sun (the sun is lower in the morning), so direct sunlight was intense. I also felt the wind more in the front, so in terms of heat, it was about the same. I think those in the second row and beyond were fine regarding sunburn. Since this is a natural activity, any water exposure is at your own discretion, and you might get splashed depending on the situation.

Food and drinks are allowed on board, so it might be a good idea to bring bottled tea or snacks. The seats do not have backrests, and you will be swaying in the rapids for two hours, so it may not be suitable for those with weak backs. Additionally, masks are required on board.

２時間近い川下り、堪能しました。参加者のモラルにもよるかもしれませんが、私の参加した回は定刻出発、嵐山着もほぼ予定通り。船頭さん３人は皆さんトークも説明も楽しくて感じのいい方ばかりでした。川の状態が穏やかだったので、何人かは流れの緩やかな場所で漕ぎ手の経験をさせてもらっていました。
ただまあ9時発とはいえ京都市内が最高気温38℃越えを記録した快晴下ですので、暑いことは暑かったです。私は張り切って乗客番号１番で乗り込んだ（多分受付順）ので一番前の一番端に陣取りましたが、先頭列は日よけの屋根が中途半端にしか遮ってくれず（朝だと太陽の位置も低い）直射日光はキツかったですね。一番風も受けますし暑さでいえばトントンでしょうか。２列目以降の方は日焼けは大丈夫かと思います。自然のアクティビティですので、水濡れなどは自己判断で。状況によっては被ります。
船内は飲食・持ち込み自由なのでペットボトルのお茶やお菓子など持参するといいかも。
背もたれのない椅子で急流に揺られつつ２時間下りますので、腰が弱い方には向かないと思います。
なお、船内はマスク着用です。

I had made a reservation in advance, so I was able to board right away. It was a very hot day, but the boat had a roof, and the captain's narration was very enjoyable, making the two hours fly by. The boat was also equipped with a splash guard, so I didn't get wet at all. I definitely want to go again during the cherry blossom season in spring and the autumn foliage season.

事前に予約していたのですぐに乗船できました。
とっても暑い日でしたが船には屋根もあって船頭さんの語りもとても楽しく２時間あっという間でした。船に波除用のシートも完備されていて濡れることもなかっです。
次は春の桜、秋の紅葉の時期に是非行きたいと思います。

I had an amazing experience feeling so close to nature. I really enjoyed the sea turtles and the Pumpkin Cave!! And above all, I underestimated the heat of Miyako Island (laughs). I went in a bikini, so I got really sunburned! I wish I had taken proper precautions and worn a swimsuit (laughs).

すごく自然を感じる体験ができました。
ウミガメもパンプキン鍾乳洞も最高に楽しめました！！
そしてなにより宮古島の暑さをなめてました（笑）
ビキニで行ったので日焼けがすごかったです！
全身しっかり予防して水着着てけばよかったなと思いました（笑）