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They provided a detailed explanation while showing us beautiful scenery, unusual plants, and signs of bears. There were also foreign participants, and the explanations were given in both Japanese and English.

キレイな景色や珍しい植物、熊のいた形跡を見ながら丁寧に説明していただきました。外国人の方も参加されており日本語と英語の両方で説明されてました。

Due to the approaching typhoon, all locations for SUP, snorkeling, and canoeing were changed from Kabira Bay, but I had a really enjoyable time♡

The guides were very kind and warmly welcomed us with attentive hospitality!

If I have the opportunity to visit Ishigaki Island again, I would like to experience activities at Kabira Bay next time!

I would like to sincerely thank Mr. Mine, who led the SUP tour, Ms. Hina, who was in charge of snorkeling and canoeing, and all the other guides. Thank you so much♡

P.S. This was my first trip with my boyfriend, so it became a very precious memory.

台風接近の影響により、SUP、シュノーケリング、カヌーのすべてのロケーションが川平湾から変更となりましたが、大変楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました♡

ガイドの皆様も非常に親切で、きめ細やかなおもてなしで温かく迎えてくださいました！

また石垣島を訪れる機会がありましたら、次こそは川平湾でアクティビティを体験したいと思います！

この度、SUPのツアーを引率してくださった峰先生、シュノーケリングとカヌーの担当をしてくださったヒナ先生、その他ガイドの皆様、本当にありがとうございました♡

P.S. 彼氏との初めての遠出だったので、とても貴重な思い出になりました。

I participated with my sibling in our 20s. When you think of Okinawa, you imagine the beach, but we discovered a different side of Okinawa. Paddling the kayak was more challenging than I expected, but it became a great experience.

20代の兄妹2人で参加しました。沖縄と言えばビーチを想像しますが、また違った沖縄を発見出来ました。カヤックを漕ぐのは思った以上に大変でしたが、とてもいい経験になりました。

I'm in my late 50s and I don't consider hiking a hobby. A few years ago, I used to go to the gym once or twice a week, but I've stopped that recently and now I only walk a few times a month (about 5 kilometers). I like walking, so I thought it would be fine to participate, but 20 kilometers was indeed quite exhausting. I borrowed my mother's hiking boots (same size) from when she used to hike, but they were heavy! Are hiking boots really this heavy? Looking around, I noticed others had lighter, sneaker-like trekking shoes. Is there a difference between hiking boots and trekking shoes? Or have things changed in the last ten years? Because of these heavy boots, I found it hard to walk, my ankles hurt, and my feet became fatigued. On the way back, my legs were shaking and I lightly stumbled, but fortunately, I didn't suffer any serious damage. I think if it weren't for the guide, I would have struggled to pace myself and would have panicked in the second half. I believe the group was organized with age considerations in mind. We were lucky with the weather and didn't get rained on, which made for a very pleasant experience. I think it would have been much tougher if it had rained.

登山を趣味とはしていない50代後半です。数年前まではジムに週１，2回行ってましたが最近はやめてしまい、月数回程度ウォーキング（5キロ）する程度です。
歩くのは好きなので、まあ大丈夫かと思って参加しましたが、20キロはやはりかなり疲れました。靴は、以前、登山をしていた母親のもの（サイズは同じ）を借りたのですが、重い！！登山靴ってこんなに重いものなの？？周りの人を見てみるともっと軽そうなスニーカー風のトレッキングシューズ。登山靴とトレッキングシューズは違うのかな？それとも10年以上前と今とでは違うのか？！この靴のせいで重くて歩きにくくて足首が痛くなって足全体が疲労しました。帰りは足ガクガクで軽く転んでしまいましたが、大したダメージは受けずにすみました。ガイドさんがいなかったら、きっとペース配分ができずに後半焦ることなったのではと思います。グループ編成は年齢を考慮してくれていたと思います。天候には恵まれ雨に降られることなくとても気持ちよく過ごせました。雨が降っていたらもっと大変だっただろうなと思います。

I learned about the bald cypress from the instructor. They also shared interesting facts about the banyan tree and mangroves. If you're curious, be sure to ask about it when you're there!

インストラクターさんにはげの木を教えてもらいました。他にもガジュマルやマングローブなどの豆知識を教えてもらいました。気になる人現地で聞いてみてください！

良い体験で安全でした。知識豊富なツアーガイドです。

Good experience and safe
Well knowledge tour guide.

Thank you very much for taking care of the four mature women the other day. The Blue Cave was absolutely wonderful. Thanks to Risa's amazing support, I was able to enjoy the underwater world with peace of mind. If I have the opportunity again, I would like to rely on VELTRA. Thank you so much! ♡

先日は熟女４人、大変お世話になりました。青の洞窟、めっちゃ素敵でした。
りさちゃんの神対応のお陰で、安心して海の世界を楽しむことができました。また機会がありましたら、VELTRAさんにお世話になりたいと思います♡ありがとうございました♡

The staff members provided very detailed explanations about Ishigaki Island and its wildlife. During our visit, we were able to observe coconut crabs, sea snakes, and the Semaru hako turtle, among others. The staff caught a sea snake, so we had the experience of touching it, which was really fun! Unfortunately, the starry sky was cloudy and the moon was out, so that was a bit disappointing. I've heard that the stars are beautiful during a new moon. I would love to participate again!

スタッフの方々が石垣島の事や生き物の話をとても丁寧に説明をしてくださいます。私達の時はヤシガニ、海ヘビ、セマルハコガメ等々を観察できました。海ヘビはスタッフの方が捕まえられたので触る体験もできて、とても楽しかったです！星空は曇りだったのと月が出てたので少し残念。星空は真月の時が綺麗に観えるそうです。また参加したいと思います。

It was my first trip to Miyako Island! I had a great time seeing lots of fish in the beautiful sea! I was also happy to meet a sea turtle!

初めての宮古島旅行でした！
綺麗な海でたくさんお魚見れて楽しかったです！ウミガメにも会えて嬉しかったです！

Despite trekking for 10.5 hours in the rain, I had the best experience thanks to our guide and my companions (five of us in total). Here are the highlights:

- I was able to leave the arrangements for access to the trailhead and the lunch boxes for breakfast and lunch to them.
- With many other trekkers around, the guide's support (managing pace, rest spots, sharing with other groups, taking photos, and providing explanations at key points) allowed us to trek safely and comfortably.

Once again, thank you very much.

ずんやり雨の中、往復１０．５時間のトレッキングでしたが、ガイドさんと同伴者（私を含めて５名）のおかげ様で最高の経験をできました。
以下よかった点になります
・登山口までのアクセス、朝昼の弁当の手配などおまかせでいけました
・他トレッキング者が多数の中、ガイドさんのサポート（ペース配分、休憩場所、他グループ等との譲り合い、写真撮影、要所要所での説明）のもと、安全に、気持ちよくトレッキングすることができました。
あらためて、ありがとうございました。

It was my first time diving and snorkeling, but the guide was very polite and kind, which was great. The sea was very beautiful.

初めてのダイビング、シュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドの方がとても丁寧で親切で良かったです
海はとても綺麗でした

The weather was great, and I was able to see sea turtles! Thanks to the help of the instructor Shin-chan and Kyo-chan and the others, I was able to enjoy the tour safely! Thank you very much 😊

天気もよくてウミガメを見ることができました！そしてインストラクターのしんちゃんをはじめきょうちゃんたちの助けもあり安全にツアーを楽しむことができました！ありがとうございました😊

This is a place I want to visit at least once in my lifetime, so I practiced in advance and went there with excitement. However, the guide was really strict. They were focused on getting us back before the bus time and insisted we hurry up to have lunch because it looked like it might rain. They took pictures at certain points, but we were rushed, and people weren't even ready in the photos. The guide kept saying how things should be done and that this kind of guiding isn't good. They mentioned that for someone like me, it was just a hike, but it could be dangerous for amateurs who come unprepared. Because of this, we couldn't fully enjoy the experience and had to return quite early, resulting in a long wait for the bus. I wanted to enjoy it more.

一生に一度は訪れたい場所で楽しみに事前に練習して行きました。ところがガイドさんがほんとスパルタでした。帰りのバス時間前に戻る、雨が降りそうだから早く登ってランチする事に全意識されてました。ポイントで写真撮ってくれますが急かされ人物も準備出来てないまま写っています。ガイドはこうあるべきだ、こんなガイドは良く無い、これは自分にはただのハイキングだが素人が何も準備せず来るから危険と言う話が多く、しっかり見れずかなり早く戻ってかなりバス待ちました。もっと楽しみたかった。

First canoe experience.
I couldn't see the sunrise, but I had a great time.
I'm very grateful to our guide Hiroki 😊.
Next time, I want to try SUP.
I definitely look forward to it again!

初のカヌー体験。
朝日は見れなかったけど
楽しく過ごせました。
ガイドの弘基さんにはとても感謝😊。
今度はSUPを挑戦したいです。
是非またよろしくお願いします。

I went on the Jomon Sugi trekking, which I had been worried about for years due to my age and lack of confidence in my leg strength. Honestly, it was tough, but I managed to complete the trek without causing any inconvenience to the others in my group. The weather was perfect, making it the best trekking experience. Thank you to our guide!

年齢的なことと脚力に自信が無くて長年悩み続けていた縄文杉トレッキングに行ってきました。正直キツかったのですが、なんとか同じグループの方々にご迷惑をかけることなく完歩できました。天候に恵まれ最高のトレッキングでした。ガイドさんありがとうございました。

I had a very enjoyable and valuable experience! The nice-voiced staff member provided thorough explanations and guidance, making everything very easy to understand. Next time, I want to participate in stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling!

とても楽しく、貴重な経験できました！
いい声のお兄さんが丁寧に説明と案内をしてくれとても分かりやすかったです。
次回はサップやシュノーケリングに参加したいです‼︎

It was raining from the start, so I couldn't really enjoy the scenery around me at a leisurely pace. However, trekking while witnessing the untouched nature and the vitality of the plants significantly eased my fatigue and the passage of time. When I finally reached the Yakusugi, I was truly moved! Perhaps the sense of accomplishment from walking for five hours in the rain contributed to that feeling.

Additionally, the guide shared interesting stories about Yakushima's history and the cedar trees at key points, which was very educational.

However, the age demographic of the group was quite high, and the guide made many negative comments from the beginning, suggesting that if anyone felt it was too difficult, they could turn back or that they weren't adequately prepared. This left me feeling disappointed.

I wonder if it's fair to judge seniors solely based on their age, especially since many of them are quite fit these days. In the end, everyone returned safely and in good spirits, which made the guide happy as well, so that was a relief!

最初から雨だったこともあり、あまり周りの景色をゆっくり楽しむ事ができなかったですが、手付かずの自然、植物の生命力を目の当たりに感じながらのトレッキングは疲れや時間をずいぶん軽減してくれたと思います。やっと辿り着いた屋久杉には、感動でした！雨の中、5時間歩いた達成感もあったのかもです。
またガイドさんが要所要所で屋久島の歴史や杉についてお話ししてくださって、勉強になりました。
ただ、グループの年齢層が高かったので、ガイドさんが最初から、無理そうなら帰ってもらう、準備が足らない、などのネガティブな発言が多く、残念な気持ちになりました。
最近のシニアは皆さん鍛えていらっしゃるし年齢だけで判断されるのはどうかと？
結局みんな元気に帰って来れたので、ガイドさんも喜んでくださったので、良かったです！

I had experience climbing Mount Fuji, but the trolley path was unexpectedly tough and took a toll on my legs... However, I was glad to see Jomon Sugi, and the guide explained various points along the way. I was also encouraged by the other participants in the tour, and somehow I managed to go and come back, which turned into a great memory.

富士登山経験もありましたが、トロッコ道が思いの外つらく、脚にきました...
でも縄文杉は見れて良かったし、ガイドさんがところとごろ説明をしてくれたり、同じツアーの方たちにも励まされながらなんとか行って帰って来ることもできて、良い思い出になりました。

I was able to see a starry sky that I can't see in Honshu! I was also moved by the guide's story about how there are no developed areas to the north in Ishigaki to protect the light of the stars.

本州では見れない星空が見れました！石垣では星の光を守るためにも北側には栄えたところがないというガイドさんのお話も感動しました

I was amazed by the sheer number of fish I've never seen before, all so colorful! I was also thrilled to see Nemo in person, something I've only seen in videos before.

これまで見たことないくらいたくさんのお魚と、色鮮やかな魚ばかりで感動しました！
初動画でしか見たことないニモも生で見れて感動

The cave, SUP, and snorkeling are not all available at the same location, so having a rental car is more convenient for moving around and taking lunch breaks. From the photos, I thought it would be something like this, but when I participated, it exceeded my expectations and used more energy than I imagined. If I continue for a month, I might become muscular.

I understand the age restrictions for participation; it feels like a trip that can only be done when you're young. For those who don't have much time but want to do various activities in Miyako Island, I recommend this full menu.

The hotel beach is nice, but here you can snorkel for an hour and a half, do SUP, kayak, and experience the cave! It's a complete marine-related full menu. I was worried about dropping my own phone or camera, but they took plenty of photos during the tour, so I didn't have to use my own camera.

I want to thank Shinpei, Akane, and Kaji for their support! Thank you very much. I would love to participate again when I go with my family.

洞窟、SUP、シュノーケル同じ場所で全てのメニューではないので移動やお昼休みもあり自前レンタカーあった方が便利です
写真で見る限りこんなもんかな…と参加したら期待以上そして想像以上に体力使います。1か月続けたらマッチョになれるかも、
参加に年齢制限あるの納得、若うちにできる旅って感じです。
時間ないけど宮古島で色々したい人はこのフルメニューがおすすめ
ホテルのビーチとかも良いですがここで1時間半シュノーケルしてSUPしてカヤックして洞窟体験！マリン関係のフルメニューコンプリートです。
自前の携帯やカメラ落としそうなので心配してましたがツアー中もまめに写真を撮ってくれて自前のカメラは使わずに済みました。
今回サポート頂いた慎平さんあかねさん梶さんに感謝！ありがとうございました
またファミリーで行くとき参加したいです。

In a word, it was a lot of fun and I'm glad I came. First of all, we were blessed with great weather, and the trekking went smoothly. There were some steeper and more challenging parts than I expected, but I was able to push through to the end thanks to the two guides and the other participants in the tour, who made it enjoyable. Soaking in the waterfall pool felt amazing! I definitely recommend this experience to everyone else. Thank you!

一言で言うととても楽しく来てよかった、と言う感じです。まずとてもお天気に恵まれ、トレッキングも順調に進みました。思ったより急で険しい所もあり大変でしたが、ガイドさん二人と同ツアー参加の方と楽しく頑張れたので最後までやり抜けれました。
滝壷での水浸かりはとても気持ちよかったです！ぜひ他の皆様にも体験をおすすめします。
ありがとうございました。

It truly felt like an adventure walking through the jungle with our friendly guide! We were able to see various creatures and insects, including rock crabs, coconut crabs, Murakawa-san?, and long-legged spiders 👀. There were so many highlights, like witnessing a large number of fish jumping out of the water!

Unfortunately, it was cloudy, but we were still able to see two stars, which was nice, haha.

Additionally, we tried the izakaya recommended by our guide, and everything was delicious, so we were very satisfied!

I forgot my luggage, but the guide kindly brought it to the izakaya, which was a huge help 🙇‍♀️.

I definitely recommend this experience to everyone!

気さくなガイドさんのもと、ジャングル内を歩いて本当に探検しているようでした！
岩隠れカニ、ヤシガニ、むらおかさん？、テナガグモ等色んな生物や虫を見ることができました👀
海面で大量の魚が飛び跳ねてるとこも見れたりと見どころ満載でした！！

あいにく曇りでしたが、星を2個だけ見ることもできました笑

また、ガイドさんおすすめの居酒屋にも行ってみたところ全部美味しくて満足でした！

荷物を忘れてしまったのですが、居酒屋まで持ってきていただいたのでとても助かりました🙇‍♀️

ぜひ皆さんもおすすめです！

Although the chance of rain was 80%, it was beautifully sunny, and we were able to experience everything without getting wet. The mangroves offered a breathtaking panorama that felt like something out of a dream. While paddleboarding, the waves were gentle, making it easy to ride. The maneuverability was great, so I highly recommend it. Meeting the Ryukyu Kingfisher was a highlight, and the guide's insights were unique to this place, making it a wonderful memory. In the Blue Cave, the sea, coral reefs, and colorful fish of all sizes were stunning. I did feel a bit unwell at one point, but the kind words from the staff helped me get through it. Everyone else on the tour was lovely too, and we waved goodbye with big smiles as we parted ways.

降水確率80%でしたが、しっかり晴れて雨にあたることなく、体験できました。
マングローブでは、日本と思えないパノラマが広がり感動しました。サップでは、波も少なく簡単に乗ることができました。小回りもきくので、とてもおすすめです。リュウキュウアカショウビンに出会えて、ガイドさんの案内も、ここならでは！と言うことばかりで、とても、いい思い出になりました。青の洞窟では、海と珊瑚礁、大小のカラフルな魚達、美しかったです。途中、気分が悪くなってしまいましたが、優しい声かけをしていただき、無事すごせました。また、同じツアーに参加した皆さんも、素敵な方で別れ際は大きく手を振って笑顔でわかれました。

I had wanted to see Jomon Sugi for a long time, but I never got the chance. Now that I’m 60, I thought if I missed this opportunity, I might never see it. The last 2.5 kilometers were tough, but I’m glad I was able to see Jomon Sugi.

以前から縄文杉を見に行きたいと思いながらなかなか行けず、60歳になってしまったのでこれを逃したら見られないと思い参加しました。最後の2.5キロは大変でしたが縄文杉を見る事ができて良かったです。

It was good. However, the opening of the bottle for putting in water is small, making it difficult to clean thoroughly, so it would be better to change it.

良かったです。
ただ、お水を入れるボトルの口が小さくて中まできれいに洗えないので、変えたほうがいいです。

The guide's talk was interesting. They provided detailed information about the best photo spots and took great pictures that looked amazing. I really enjoyed it. Highly recommended!

ガイドさんのトークが面白かったです。
撮影ポイントを細かに教えてくれたり、映えする写真撮ってくれたり、非常に楽しめました。
オススメです。

The weather was cloudy with occasional sunshine, but thanks to the sun being hidden behind the clouds, I was able to enjoy a relatively pleasant SUP experience. This was my second time doing SUP, but at times the wind was strong, and I felt like I would be swept out to sea if I didn't keep paddling, haha. With the precise advice from my instructor, Sugi-chan, sitting down reduced the resistance, allowing me to return to the shore. I had a wonderful time enjoying SUP for about an hour!

曇り時々晴れという天気でしたが、太陽が雲に隠れていたおかげで比較的気持ちよくSUP体験ができました。
今回は2回目のSUPでしたが、時々風が強く吹き常に漕いでいないと沖に流されてしまいそうでした笑
インストラクターのすぎちゃんの的確なアドバイスで座ると抵抗が少なくなり岸の方へ戻ることもできました。
約1時間ゆったりとSUP体験ができてとっても楽しかったです！！

It was my first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and I felt at ease because the instructor provided thorough explanations and guided us throughout the activity. The tour turned out to be fulfilling, especially with the free time we had in the second half.

They also lend you a waterproof case for your smartphone, so you can take your own photos, but the staff will also take pictures for you, allowing you to focus on the activity while enjoying the beautiful ocean views.

Additionally, they offer drone photography, so you can capture grand videos like those you see on travel shows.

I highly recommend this for anyone considering activities in Miyako Island.

初めてのSUP体験でしたが、インストラクターの方が丁寧に説明してくださる上、先導していただけるので安心して楽しめました。
後半には自由時間もあって、充実したツアー体験になりました。

スマホの防水ケースを貸していただけるので自分たちでも写真が撮れますが、スタッフの方も写真を撮ってくれるので、綺麗な海を眺めながらアクティビティに集中できます。

またドローン撮影もしていただけるので、旅番組で見るような壮大な動画を残せます。

宮古島でアクティビティを検討される方にはお勧めしたいです。

I was a bit nervous on my first kayak trip, but since we were moving through a coral shallow, the waves were very calm, and I was able to enjoy it without any problems as a beginner! I was also happy to have the reassurance of the instructor who was always watching over us.

The Pumpkin Cave tour was impressive, as we not only viewed it from the outside but also walked and climbed deep into the cave. Experiencing the countless stalactites, some reaching about 5 meters tall, up close was truly valuable.

I was very satisfied with the brother who was great at taking photos and captured many wonderful memories for us.

During snorkeling, thanks to the instructor A-chan, who kept smiling and chatting casually, I was able to relax and enjoy the experience throughout. We were taken to a secret spot where we had a high chance of encountering sea turtles and Nemo (clownfish), and we were thrilled to see them!

Thanks to all the guides, it turned out to be the best day. I would definitely recommend this tour if you come to Miyako Island!

初めてのカヤックで少し緊張していましたが、サンゴの浅瀬を移動するので波がとても穏やかで、初心者でも全く問題なく安心して楽しめました！インストラクターの方が常にしっかり見守ってくれている安心感があったのも嬉しかったです。
​パンプキン鍾乳洞は、外から見るだけでなく、実際に洞窟の奥まで歩いて登っていくツアーで感動しました。5メートルほどもある無数の鍾乳石をすぐ間近で見られる体験は、本当に価値がありました。
​写真を撮るのがとっても上手なお兄さんが、素敵な思い出をたくさんカメラに収めてくれたのも大満足です。
​そしてシュノーケルでは、インストラクターのあーちゃんが笑顔を絶やさず気さくに話しかけてくれたおかげで、終始リラックスして楽しめました。ウミガメやニモ（カクレクマノミ）に高確率で会える秘密のスポットに連れていってもらい、バッチリ遭遇できて大興奮！
​ガイドの皆さんのおかげで最高の一日になりました。宮古島に来たら絶対におすすめしたいツアーです！