All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

It was my first time snorkeling, but thanks to the kind guidance of the staff, it became the best memory. I would like to participate again.

初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドの方がとても優しく接していただいたおかげで最高の思い出になりました。
また、参加したいと思っております。

On the day of the activity, the weather was bad with strong winds and cloudy skies, and the sea currents were fast, but we went ahead with it. However, due to the swift currents, we were able to see sea turtles swimming more than usual, and I was able to take many great photos. I think we saw about three sea turtles. They were so cute and it was moving. I'm looking forward to receiving the data. Our guide, Kometchi, was friendly and very nice. He shared many recommendations for spots in Miyako Island. I would like to ask for Kometchi's help again when I do activities in Miyako Island!

当日は風が強く曇り空で海の流れも早くて悪天候でしたが、決行。ですが、海の流れの速さもあり、いつも以上にウミガメが泳いでくれていい写真を沢山撮っていただきました。ウミガメは3匹くらい見れたと思います。可愛くて感動しました。データが届くのが楽しみです。ガイドのこめっちさんが気さくで、とても良かったです。宮古島のオススメスポットをたくさん教えていただきました。また宮古島でアクティビティするときはこめっちさんにお願いしたいです！

The bad weather and low temperatures meant that we couldn't see many animals, which was disappointing. However, the guide provided a lot of explanations, which made it enjoyable!

天候が悪く、気温も低かった為あまり動物が見れなかったのがガッカリポイントでした。
その分ガイドさんが色々説明してくれて楽しかったです〜！

I remembered the Mehiligigajumaru Akobijar River! The guide's response was good! It's a pity I couldn't see the sunset, but I would like to use this service again.

メヒルギガジュマルアコービジャ川を覚えました！
ガイドさんの対応が良かったです！
サンセットが見れなかったのはざんねんですが、また利用したいと思います。

Honestly, I signed up for this tour looking forward to the starry sky, but on the day of the tour, it was cloudy and I was disappointed that I could hardly see any stars. However, during the drive, the jungle tour, and the mountain roads to see the night view, the tour guide shared many interesting stories, making it such a fun tour that I almost forgot about not being able to see the stars! Thank you very much!

正直、私は星空を楽しみにこのツアーを申し込んだのですが、当日は曇りでほとんど星空は見えない状況でがっかりしてました。しかし、車での移動中や、ジャングルツアーや、夜景までの山道などで、ツアーのお兄さんがたくさんの面白いお話をしてくださり、星空が見えなかったことを忘れられるくらい、楽しいツアーとなりました！ありがとうございました！

Due to the weather, the snorkeling and SUP activity was changed to mangrove SUP, but I found the calm mangroves to be very soothing! The staff member's talk about Ishigaki Island was very easy to understand and sparked my interest in nature. They also shared various recommendations for shops and famous stargazing spots on Ishigaki Island, making my trip very enjoyable! If you're going to make a reservation, do it here!

天候によりシュノーケリング&SUPからマングローブSUPに変更になりましたが、穏やかなマングローブでのSUPに心癒されました！
スタッフのお兄さんの石垣島トークがとても分かりやすく自然について関心が持てます。
また、おすすめのお店や星空の名所など石垣島について色々教えてくださりとても楽しく旅行できました！
予約するならここで！

This was my first landing on a remote island from Ishigaki Island. I was looking forward to the Phantom Island, but due to the weather, it was canceled, and we had to change our course at the last minute. However, we were all very satisfied and healed by the adorable water buffalo! Next time, I want to land on Phantom Island and experience snorkeling!

石垣島からはじめての離島上陸。楽しみにしていた幻の島はお天気の都合で中止になり、急きょコースを変更しましたが、とても可愛らしい水牛に癒されて子供達も大人も大満足でした！次こそは幻の島に上陸してシュノーケリングを体験したいと思います！

Despite being caught in a sudden downpour along the way, I was able to enjoy trekking until the end, thanks not only to the wonderful scenery of Yakushima but also to our guide, Yuta Moroi. He was truly an amazing guide, and I was deeply impressed! If I have the opportunity to visit Yakushima again, I would definitely like to request Moroi-san once more!! Thank you very much! (The photos included are those taken by him.)

途中ゲリラ豪雨に見舞われながらも最後まで楽しくトレッキングを楽しめたのは、屋久島の素晴らしい景色もそうですが何よりも今回ガイドをご担当いただいた室井佑太さんのおかげです。本当に素晴らしいガイドさんで感動しました…！また屋久島に伺う機会があれば、その際も是非室井さんにお願いしたいです！！ありがとうございました！（写真は撮っていただいたものを載せさせていただきました）

My first time snorkeling was so much fun!

However, I thought the photos would be taken for free since it was mentioned, but the photography was self-service (isn't it common for self-service to be free?). I guess the underwater camera rental was free! I was glad to purchase an SD card for 2000 yen at the reception and borrow the camera. I was able to capture many amazing photos and videos! When I asked the staff member, they kindly took two pictures of me from underwater.

Unfortunately, due to the waves, we couldn't go to the Blue Grotto that day, but I still had a great time enjoying the nearby sea, which was an incredible experience for me as a first-timer.

One point to note is that the meeting time stated during the application was different from the actual time, and I almost missed participating. I was grateful that we were able to wait until departure, thank you very much.

人生はじめてのシュノーケリング、とっても楽しかったです！

ただ、写真無料と書いてあったので写真撮影してもらえると思っていたのですが、撮影はセルフでした(セルフだと無料って当たり前では、、？)
水中カメラ本体の貸出無料ということだったんですかね！
受付でSDカード2000円で購入し、カメラを借りておいてよかったです。
最高の写真や動画をたくさん残せました！
担当スタッフさんにお願いしたら、快く海中から2枚撮影してくれました。

当日はあいにく波の関係で青の洞窟にはいけず、近郊の海を楽しむ内容でしたが、初めての私にとってはそれでもとても楽しく最高の経験でした。

1点、申込の際に書いてあった集合時間と実際の時間が異なっており、あわや参加できないところでした。。
出航まで待っていただけたので助かりました、ありがとうございました。

A leisurely paddle on the surface of the water while enjoying the view of Kabira Bay offers an elegant experience that you can't find in everyday life. Although I struggled a bit against the headwind while stand-up paddleboarding, the beautiful scenery made the fatigue disappear!

川平湾を見ながらゆっくりの水面散歩は、日常生活では味わえない優雅な時間を過ごせます。ちょっぴり向かい風に苦戦しながらのSUPでしたが、ステキな景色をゆっくり見ながらだったので疲れも吹っ飛びます！

I made a reservation to visit Iriomote Island the day before and received prompt responses via email and phone. I was worried about the wind that started in the evening. In the morning, I was concerned about whether the boat would depart from Ishigaki to Taketomi Island, but I received a call informing me of a change in the port and that I should take a bus to the designated arrival point, which I reached safely.

After a brief orientation, my spouse and I set off in a single canoe, enjoying the sounds of birds and water, along with our guide's explanations. It was a delightful time, and as we began to see the waterfall, I wondered if we could make it there. After getting off the canoe, we embarked on our first trek, supported by our guide's stories. Once we arrived, I forgot my age and jumped into the waterfall, feeling grateful to have come. While enjoying rice balls with the beautiful waterfall in view, I was thankful for the meal. On the way back, our guide was considerate and shared stories, making the canoeing experience enjoyable.

It was a short time, but I had a wonderfully relaxing and fun experience, perhaps getting a little taste of the beauty of Iriomote Island.

前日に西表島訪問を申し込み、メールや電話の対応にも応じて頂きました。夜から風があり心配でした。朝から竹富島出発のため石垣から船が出るのか心配していましたら、お電話を頂き港の変更、バス利用にて到着を指定頂き無事到着。タッタラー♫簡単な講習で仲良く一人乗りカヌーで夫婦はいざ出発、鳥の鳴き声、水の音、ガイドさんの説明楽しいひとときで滝が見え始める演出、ウワー、あそこまで行けるかな?カヌーを降りて初トレッキング、ガイドさんのお話に助けられ何とか到着後、歳を忘れて滝に飛び込み、来てよかった滝を見ながらおにぎりを頬張りおご馳走様でした帰りもガイドの方に気遣いいただいたり、お話を聞きながらカヌーが楽しかった次第でありました。心は小学生。西表島の素晴らしさをちょっぴり味わったかも
短い時間でしたがゆったりと最高に楽しゅうございました。

At the beginning of November, the cloudy weather made it comfortable to complete the entire journey without feeling hot. The tough parts of the canoeing were over in an instant. The trekking portion was manageable, and it went by quickly while chatting with the guide. The waterfall was truly magnificent, making it worth the effort. I highly recommend it. The basin of the waterfall was also great.

11月初めの曇天で、暑くないので快適に全行程を終えれた。カヌーは辛い箇所は一瞬で終了。トレッキング部分はそれなりだけど、ガイドさんと会話しながらだとあっという間。滝がとても素晴らしいので頑張りがいはある。オススメ。滝壺も良かった。

It was out of season, and the temperature reached 30°C.
There were many sea turtles and fish.
There were few people on the beach, which was nice!
I hope many people can come next year.

季節外れで、気温30℃もあり
海ガメや魚も沢山いました。
ビーチに人も少なく良かった‼️
来年は、沢山の人が来れますように。

Thanks to the explanation that matched the ever-changing weather, I was able to spend a special day!! I will definitely join again when I go to Ishigaki Island.

移り変わりやすい天気に合わせて、説明していただき、特別な日を過ごせました！！
また石垣島に行く時は参加させていただきます

The tour itself was quite enjoyable. However, perhaps because we were with the full-day tour participants, we (the half-day tour group) had no transportation provided, and we struggled to find the meeting point. Despite being told to gather 10 minutes early, we ended up arriving late (with no apology), and on the way back, the guidance for the full-day tour participants took priority, leaving us in a bit of a neglected state... so the experience surrounding the tour was not very pleasant. I think it's a good idea to confirm whether you'll be with the full-day tour participants when making a reservation. Alternatively, if you go in with the mindset that this is how it is, you might not feel the same way. That said, the tour itself was wonderful, and I was satisfied.

ツアーそのものは、十分楽しめました。しかし、一日コースの人達と一緒だったせいかもしれませんが、私たち（半日コース）だけ送迎なし、待ち合わせ場所がわからず、自分たちで探し回った、早く着くので、10分前までに集合してほしいとの依頼連絡があったにも関わらず、若干遅刻（お詫びなし）、帰りは、一日ツアーの人達への案内が優先で、私たちは放置状態・・・などとツアーの前後は、あまり気分のいいものではありませんでした。予約される際は、一日コースの人達と一緒かどうかを、確認されたほうがいいかと思います。または、そんなものだと考えて参加されると、同じような思いはしないと思いました。繰り返しですが、ツアーそのものは、素晴らしく、満足できました。

The guide shared fascinating stories about mangroves and many other plants and animals, which was very interesting and enjoyable. Mangroves are amazing trees! I want to cherish them! I definitely want to participate again when I visit Okinawa.

ガイドさんが、マングローブのことや、他にも沢山の動植物のお話をしてくださって、とても興味深く、楽しかったです。
マングローブってエライ木なんですね！大事にしたいです！
また沖縄に行った際は、ぜひ参加したいと思いました。

We couldn't discover it ourselves. We saw a coconut crab that the instructor brought from somewhere. Also, it was disappointing that the starry sky was cloudy.

自分達で発見できず。インストラクターさんがどこからか持ってきたヤシガニを見ました。あと星空は曇っていたので残念でした。

I participated with some anxiety, but the instant instructors and staff were very pleasant, which put me at ease. The sea was also very beautiful, and I was impressed. It was fun to experience parasailing at a low cost on the way back.

Since I am older, I thought it would be nice to have a few more images available for an additional fee.

If I have the opportunity to go again, I would definitely like to be taken care of by you. Thank you very much.

不安の中参加しましたが、インスタントラクターはじめスタッフの方々が感じが良く、安心しました。
海もとても綺麗で感動しました、戻り際にパラセーリングも格安で体験出来て楽しかったです。
私は高年齢なので、別途費用でも画像がもう少しあると良いなって思いました。

また行く機会があれば是非お世話になりたいです、よろしくお願いします、ありございました。

The weather was bad, so we couldn't go to the waterfall. However, we received proper communication about the course change in advance. I was disappointed because I wanted to see the view from the waterfall, but I still enjoyed the new course. The scenery from the leisurely canoe ride was very beautiful, and I felt it was worth coming. It reminded me of Mauritius, where I had been before.

Although it was a bit chilly, I was happy that the guide joined me in diving into the waterfall pool. It was easy to talk with them, and the guide provided a great sense of reassurance. Perhaps due to the off-season and the weather, the overall atmosphere was relaxed, which was great for my solo trip. I would like to try again when the weather is nice.

天気が悪く滝上には行けませんでした。事前にコース変更についてきちんとご連絡がありました。滝上からの景色が見たかったので残念ではありましたが、変更後のコースでも十分楽しめました。のんびり進むカヌーからの景色はとてもきれいで来て良かったと思いました。以前行ったモーリシャスに似ていると思いました。
肌寒い天気でしたが滝壺にダイブする私にガイドの方もお付き合いいただきうれしかったです。
お話しもしやすく、ガイドもとても安心感がありました。シーズンオフとお天気のせいか、全体的にのんびりした雰囲気で楽しめて1人旅にはありがたかったです。天気が良いときにもまたリベンジしたいと思います。

Unfortunately, the afternoon trip I participated in could not go to Chibishi due to the typhoon, so we went snorkeling at a spot called Sunabe in Chatan. Although it was a relatively small area for snorkeling, I had a great time seeing two types of clownfish, butterflyfish, and various tropical fish. I also enjoyed reliving my childhood by having fun on the slide and diving (it was scarier than I expected and full of thrills, haha).

The next day, I went on a full-day tour with the same Berry's tour company, which included snorkeling at three locations in the Kerama Islands. It was truly wonderful and deserves more than five stars. The staff's attentiveness was excellent both days, and the boat was large and clean, so I highly recommend it. A nice touch was that there were bath towels prepared after using the boat's shower, which was a big plus.

参加した午後便は、台風の影響で残念ながらチービシには行けず、北谷町にある砂辺と言うポイントでスノーケリングしました。
比較的狭いエリアでのスノーケリングとなりましたが、2種類のクマノミやツノダシ、イラブチャーをはじめとしたトロピカルな熱帯魚達に会えて楽しかったです。
また童心にかえってスライダーや飛込みも楽しめました（思ったより怖くてスリル満点でした・笑）

翌日同じベリーさんのツアーで行った１日ツアー（慶良間諸島三ヶ所でスノーケリング）が５つ星では足りないくらい本当に素晴らしかったのですが、２日共スタッフさんの気遣いもよく、船も大きくて綺麗で、お薦め出来ます。
何気に船のシャワー浴びた後にバスタオルが準備されているのもポイント高かったです。

I felt lucky to see sea turtles, and I ended up encountering them three times! I was able to take some wonderful photos, and it became a great memory! Thank you, Kometchi!

見れたらラッキーと思っていた海亀に3回もあえちゃいました素敵な写真も撮っていただけて、とっても良い思い出になりました！こめっちさん、ありがとうございました！

I'm glad I was able to see the beautiful scenery. I thought there would be fewer attractions since it was the off-season, but the guide was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot, making it more enjoyable than I expected. Next time, I want to visit Shiretoko in the summer and take more time to explore!

綺麗な景色を見れて良かったです。
オフシーズンだったので見所は少ないかと思ったんですが、ガイドさんがとても詳しくいろいろ教えてくれて思った以上に楽しめました。
今度は夏にもっと時間をとって知床に訪れたいと思います！！

The guide was Mr. Takahashi from the Yakushima Guide Association, just like the previous day. Perhaps due to the pandemic, it turned into a private tour. We didn't encounter any rain, just like the day before. Despite the fatigue from the Jomon Sugi course and blisters on my feet, the enjoyable guidance allowed us to experience a different world of forest bathing fantasy. Next time, I would like to visit again with the children. Thank you again, Mr. Takahashi.

前日同様ガイドは屋久島ガイド協会の高橋さん。コロナ禍のせいもあるのか、プライベートツアーになりました。天候も前日同様雨とは全く遭遇することはありませんでした。縄文杉コースの疲れ、靴擦れという悪状況でも、楽しい案内と合わさって、縄文杉コースとは違った、森林浴幻想の世界を楽しめました。次回は、子供たち含めて再訪したいです。また、高橋さんお願いします。

We were fortunate with the weather and our guide. First of all, it was great that Yakushima Tour Operations was the only company that could take us to the trailhead (without having to wait for a bus on the way back).

We were blessed with good weather. While rain is expected in Yakushima and the cedar forests are said to be mystical, as a beginner, I wondered if my wish had been granted, as it was sunny all day. Our guide, Ryo Takahashi from the Yakushima Guide Association, was excellent. Due to the pandemic, there were only two groups of four people, including my husband and me, so there was no crowd at all. He provided detailed explanations at key points, shared information about Yakushima, tips for smartphone photography, and even personal stories. The round trip took about 10 hours, and before we knew it, the time had flown by.

For a couple around their sixties, it was physically demanding, but the sense of achievement upon completing the entire course was exceptional. The only tough part was on the way back from Jomon Sugi, where I had trouble with the worn-out soles of my shoes. More than that, I experienced swelling in my feet from the long distance, leading to blisters, and I even had issues with the nails on both of my little toes coming off. Please be sure to choose shoes that are not only stylish but also have a bit of extra room.

今回恵まれたのはお天気とガイドさん。まず、屋久島ツアーオペレーションズのみが登山口まで行けて(帰りもバスを待つこともなく）大変良かった。
今回恵まれたのはお天気とガイドさん。屋久島は雨当然、屋久杉の森も幻想的だそうですが、初心者としては…その願いが届いたのか、終日晴天でした。ガイドは、屋久島ガイド協会から高橋亮さんに担当いただきました。コロナ時間禍のせいもあって、わが夫婦含めて2組4人だけ、道中も混雑一切なく、ポイントとなる場所の詳しい解説はもちろん、屋久島の情報、スマホの撮影方法、そしてプライベートのお話まで。往復約10時間、気がつけばあっという間の時間でした。還暦前後の夫婦には体力筋力を使ってつらいけれど、全行程クリアした際の達成感は格別でした。唯一、辛かったのは、縄文杉からの帰路、経年劣化した靴底のトラブル、それ以上に、未経験の長距離で足がむくんで靴擦れ起、加えて、両足の小趾の爪が剥がれるトラブル発生したところ。くれぐれも、靴は見た目で判断せず、少しゆとりのある靴で。

Even in late October, thanks to the warm waters, the sea wasn't cold, and I enjoyed snorkeling for a whole hour in a calm bay. During that time, I encountered six sea turtles! One little turtle even came closer and closer, to the point where I felt like I had to escape! Haha. I've dived many times with a license, but this was my first experience with so many turtles up close.

I had to give up diving because of my evening flight, but it might have been a lucky break!? I was also thrilled to have the best moments captured on camera, and I received the data later, which was a nice service.

The instructor was not only attentive in the water but also shared many interesting stories about their life since moving here, which conveyed their love for Yakushima and warmed my heart.

The former mackerel factory, which serves as a storage area for equipment, is close to the sea, and the hot shower felt rejuvenating. It was minimal but a functional space with a unique charm.

After snorkeling, I had planned to go to a day-use hot spring, and I really appreciated that they noticed the change in operating hours and provided transportation to and from the accommodation and the souvenir shop.

In just a little free time, it turned out to be a wonderfully luxurious experience that felt very much like Yakushima. Thank you! After returning to Tokyo, I recommended it to five friends!

10月後半でも、ウェットのおかげか海は寒くなく、穏やかな入り江で、じっくり一時間シュノーケル。なんとその間に６匹もウミガメに遭遇！コガメちゃんに至っては、どんどん近付いてきて、私が逃げるほど！笑っ。ダイビングも免許持ちで何度も潜っているが、ここまで多数&接近ウミガメは初めて。
当日夕方発の飛行機でダイビングを諦めたけど、むしろラッキーだったかも！？最高の瞬間をカメラにおさめて頂き、後日データを貰えるのも、嬉しいサービス♪
インストラクターさんも、海での丁寧な対応は勿論、移住から今の生活まで面白いお話をたくさんしてくれて、屋久島愛が伝わり、ほっこり。
元鯖節？工場という機材置場は、海からも近く、お湯シャワーで生き返る心地。必要最低限だけど、機能的な空間は独特。
シュノーケル後は、日帰り温泉に行く予定が、営業時間の変更も気付いてくださり、宿のピックアップ、お土産さんまでの送迎もとても助かりました。
ほんの空き時間で、とても屋久島らしい贅沢な体験となりました。ありがとうございます！
帰京後、友人5人にはオススメしましたw

It was a highly satisfying tour. I was amazed by the mysterious vitality of the mangroves, overwhelmed by the grandeur and power of the Okinawa's Great Stone Forest, and comforted by the cuteness of the Okinawa rail. I grew even fonder of Okinawa. The tour guide and local guides were friendly and very thorough in explaining the local circumstances, which was very educational. The local specialties I tasted here and there were truly delicious. This is a tour I especially recommend for those who feel they have already visited the major tourist spots in Okinawa.

非常に満足感の高いツアーでした。
マングローブの不思議な生命力に驚き、
大石林山の威容・迫力に圧倒され、
ヤンバルクイナの可愛らしさに癒され、
さらに沖縄が好きになりました。
添乗員さんや各地のガイドさんには、
フレンドリーかつ懇切丁寧に現地の事情を
説明していただき、とても勉強になりました。
各地でちょっとずつ食べた名産品も、
まことに美味でありました。
沖縄のメジャーな観光地は一通り行ったなあ、
という方に、特にお勧めしたいツアーです。

I learned that there are mangroves in Okinawa and wanted to participate, so I joined the tour. The weather on the day was great, with no wind, making the environment perfect. The tour guide was not only polite but also taught us a lot about the mangroves, the natural environment, and Okinawa. It was an educational mangrove kayaking tour. Thank you very much.

沖縄本当にもマングローブがあることをしって、ぜひ参加したいと思い参加しました。
当日は天候もよく、風邪もなく環境は最高でした。
ツアーガイドの方が丁寧だったことはもちろんですが、それだけでなく、
マングローブや自然環境のこと、沖縄についてなど教えてくれて色々と学びもあるマングローブカヤックツアーでした。
ありがとうございました。

This was a tour following my participation in the Jomon Sugi tour the day before. The guide was the same person as on the Jomon Sugi tour and adjusted the pace for us, allowing us to reach Taiko Rock without any injuries.

In addition to explanations at each point, the guide took photos for us (also teaching us about angles), making it a tour that offered experiences we wouldn't have had if we had climbed on our own.

Personally, I felt this tour allowed me to connect more with nature than the Jomon Sugi tour, so for those considering other tours, I highly recommend this one!

前日に縄文杉ツアーに参加しての今回のツアーでした。ガイドさんが縄文杉ツアーと同じ担当者さんでペースを調整してくれたので、ケガなく太鼓岩まで登頂できました。
各ポイントでの解説に加えて、随所で写真を撮って下さり(アングル等も教えてくれます)、自分たちだけで登頂するのでは経験できないツアーでした。
個人的には縄文杉ツアーよりこちらのツアーの方が自然を感じられてよかったので、ほかのツアーと迷われてる方は、このツアーがいちばんおすすめです！

The night view of Ishigaki Island and the starry sky were very beautiful. Although I couldn't find the coconut crab or the owl, I appreciated the guide who was diligently searching for them. The light of the fireflies at night on Ishigaki Island was quite charming.

石垣島の夜景、星空がとても綺麗でした。
ヤシガニやフクロウは発見することは出来ませんでしたが、一生懸命探しているガイドさんに好感をもてました。石垣島の夜に見るホタルの光は乙なものでした。

The weather was nice on the day of the tour, and I was able to see the Shiretoko Five Lakes and the mountains of Shiretoko beautifully. The guide explained the nature of Shiretoko in detail, making it a meaningful tour.

当日は天気が良くて、知床五湖、知床の山々がきれいに見ることができました。ガイドさんが丁寧に知床の自然について説明してくれたので、有意義なツアーになりました。