All Reviews for Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

We signed up for the rental plan as a couple. Although we changed the meeting time, they accommodated us pleasantly. We were the oldest in our party of eight, but the guide adjusted the pace to match our stamina. Sorry to the group for being late.

I had hurt my knee and haven't been exercising regularly, so every time I stepped on the ties on the return trip, I felt intense pain. I apologize for underestimating the trekking.

I thought we could get a bit closer to Jomon Sugi, but I was a bit disappointed with the view from the corridor.

Since I was able to walk 22 km round trip, I gained confidence for future hikes.

レンタルプランを夫婦で申し込んだ。打ち合わせの時間を変更したが、気持ちよく対応していただいた。1パーティ8名で我々が最高齢だったが、我々の体力に合わせてガイドの方が速度を調整してくれた。グループの方々、遅れてごめんなさい。
ひざを痛めていたため、日ごろ運動をしていないため、帰りのトロッコ道の枕木を踏むたび、激痛が走った。トレッキングをなめていて、ごめんなさい。
縄文杉のそばにもう少し近づけるのかと思っていたが、回廊からの眺望で少し残念。
往復22ｋｍを歩けたので、今後のハイキングに自信がもてた。

The raincoat was almost useless; it was a tough climb that felt like a training session with the constant rain. The journey was long and had some steep sections. However, thanks to the guide and the group, I was able to walk all the way to the end. I was glad to rent good quality gear from brands like mont-bell and Columbia. The charter bus was also very convenient. Meeting the Jomon Sugi will be a lifelong memory. Thank you very much!

レインコートも役に立たない程、本当によく降り修行のような登山でつらかったです。とにかく長くて所々険しい道のり。でもガイドさんとグループの方々のおかげで最後まで歩けました。レンタル品もmont-bellやColumbiaなど良い物で借りて良かったです。貸切バスも楽チンでした。縄文杉に会えたことは一生の思い出です。本当にありがとうございました！

They took us to the trailhead by a dedicated bus, so we could walk leisurely without worrying about time! We were able to see Yakushima monkeys up close, and we learned about various plants as well. It was amazing! ^ ^

専用バスで登山口まで行ってくれたので、時間を気にせずのんびり休憩しつつ歩けました！
屋久猿も近くで見られて、植物も色々と教えてもらえて、最高でした^ ^

It was a reward trip for my husband’s retirement. On the day of the trip, the rainy season had ended, and the sun was shining brightly. I was concerned due to my physical disability affecting my vision, but I was very satisfied with the unique experiences of the wind, scents, and sounds that could only be found in that place. I appreciated the mangrove cruise, the lunch made with delicious local ingredients served by the water buffalo cart man in Yufu, and the brother from Taketomi Island who played the sanshin for us. I am grateful to all the staff who assisted us in moving around.

夫 定年にあたりご褒美旅行でした。当日は梅雨明けとなり、日差しが強かったです。
視野や視力の悪い身体障害のため案じていましたが、その場所でしか体験出来ない風や匂いや音に大満足でした。マングローブクルーズ、由布の水牛車のおじさんと牛と美味しい島の食材を使った昼ご飯、三線を聴かせてくださった竹富島のお兄さん、いたるところで移動を助けてくださったスタッフの方々に感謝です。

This was our first trip to Taketomi Island with two families (four people). We chose this plan because we wanted to experience the water buffalo cart tour, and it was the right decision. The water buffalo, "Yumeko," who is 15 years old (equivalent to a 45-year-old human lady), was very smart and understood the route well, even asking for water in the shower booth. We had a wonderful time as we went around the course. Additionally, we were able to visit all the highlights of the island, making for a satisfying sightseeing experience. Thank you very much for your help.

二家族（４人）での初！竹富島観光でした。水牛車観光が体験したくこの企画を選び正解でした。水牛の「ユメコ」ちゃん、１５歳（人間年齢４５歳のマダム）大変賢くシャワーブースでの水のおねだりや順路をしっかり理解しコースを廻り楽しいひと時でした。また、島内観光も見どころをしっかり回っていただき満足いく観光ができました。大変お世話になりました。

I decided to participate because it was just a 10-minute boat ride from Ishigaki Island and the price was less than half of a certain travel company's optional tour.

Since we could choose the round-trip boat schedule freely, we were able to enjoy the water buffalo cart and the island at our own pace.

The locals were kind, and even though the post office was closed on Sunday, they happily accepted my request to mail a postcard, which arrived later with a Yaeyama postmark. (I paid for the postage.)

The service at the meeting point counter was also polite and good.

It became a wonderful memory.

石垣島から船で10分という気軽さと、某旅行会社のオプショナルツアーと比べて半額以下という格安料金だったので参加を決めました。
往復船便の時間を自由に選択できるので自分達のペースで水牛車も島内も楽しむことができました。
島内の方も親切で、日曜日で郵便局が閉まっていたにもかかわらず、はがきの投函をお願いしたら快く受けてくれ後日、八重山の消印で届きました。（切手代はお支払いしました）
集合場所のカウンターの対応も丁寧で良かったです。
良い想い出になりました。

I visited many famous spots, such as the banyan trees and waterfalls. I was surprised to see many deer and monkeys along the roadside on the Western Forest Road. The abundance of nature was very healing. I would like to participate again when I visit Yakushima.

ガジュマルや滝など多くの名所を見て回りました。西部林道では、鹿や猿が道端にたくさんいて驚きました。自然が多くて癒されました。また屋久島に行った時には参加したいです。

It seems possible to climb without a guide, but having a guide helps with pacing and taking appropriate breaks, making it easier to complete long tracking sessions. It's also a nice bonus that they can point out the best photo spots. Additionally, since this tour uses a chartered bus, it's great that we can manage our pace without worrying about the last bus back.

ガイド無しでも登る事は可能なようですが
ガイドさんがいると、ペース配分や適度な休憩があり、長時間のトラッキングも何とかやり遂げる事が出来ました。
ベストフォトスポットを教えてくれるのも嬉しいポイント。
また、こちらのツアーは貸切バスの為、帰りの終バスを気にせずにペース配分してもらえるのがありがたいです。

Taketomi Island is just a 15-minute boat ride from Ishigaki Island. We arrived in no time. We spent about 30 minutes on a glass-bottom boat, where we saw various fish, but I was concerned about the decreasing number of corals. Next, we rode water buffalo to explore the village. It was very peaceful. However, it was already hot in early June, so we had to use rental bicycles to get around the village. I recommend swimming at Hoshizuna Beach. There were few people, and the water was very clear and shallow, so we could see plenty of fish swimming right in front of us. I would love to go again.

竹富島へは石垣島から船で１５分。アッという間に着いてしまいました。グラスボートで約３０分いろんな魚が泳いでいましたがただサンゴが少なくなっているのが気がかりでした。次に水牛に乗って村を散策。のどかでしたね。ただ６月初めですでに暑くむらの散策もレンタサイクルで回らないと動けません。おすすめは星砂の浜での海水浴。人も少なくまた海がとても綺麗で遠浅なので目の前で魚がいっぱい泳いでいました。また行きたいですね

Our first trip with three generations ✈️ Our first time on Taketomi Island.
I wanted to make it the best trip possible, so I was searching online and found VELTRA's page!
The round-trip ferry, glass-bottom boat, and water buffalo experience were bundled together at a great price, and it was really helpful that they provided bus transportation.
Unfortunately, it rained, but we were still able to ride the glass-bottom boat, and the staff during the water buffalo experience were very warm and accommodating, which made it really enjoyable.
I would like to ask VELTRA for help again on our next trip (^^)

初めての三世帯旅行✈️初めての竹富島
最高の旅行にしたくて、ネットで色々探していたらVELTRAさんのページが！
往復の船、グラスボード、水牛体験がセットで安くて、バスで移動してくれるので凄く助かりました。
でも残念なことに雨でしたが、グラスボードにも乗れて水牛体験ではスタッフの方が暖かい対応をしてくださり凄く楽しめました。
旅行のさいにはまたVELTRAさんにお願いしたいです(^^)

We were blessed with pleasant sunny weather that wasn't too hot or too cold.

It was the perfect timing for the Jomon Sugi hike, with not too many people around!

We also had a serious guide, which made for a wonderful experience.

Thank you!

暑すぎず寒すぎる、心地よい晴天に恵まれました。
人も多すぎない、ベストタイミングでの縄文杉登山！

まじめなガイドさんにも恵まれて、素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。

ありがとうございます。

The tour didn't have a guide accompanying us the whole time, so we were free to move around.
Cycling on sunny days requires UV protection!
For women, having a hat and UV-cut arm covers is a good idea!

添乗員さんが付きっきりというツアーでは無かったので、自由に動くことが出来ました。
晴れた時のサイクリングは紫外線対策必須です！
女性は、帽子にUVカットアームカバーがあると良し！

Yui-kun was very cute. I had a great time enjoying Taketomi Island. I would like to use this service again if I have the opportunity.

ゆいくんとてもかわいかっです。とても楽しく竹富島を満喫できました。また機会ありましたら利用したいと思います

I visited Ishigaki Island as a port of call on the Diamond Princess cruise, and I definitely wanted to ride the water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island! I made a reservation.

I was a bit worried about meeting at the location, but once I arrived at the remote island terminal, I was able to check in without getting lost. When I reached Taketomi Island, a shuttle was waiting to take me to the water buffalo cart boarding area, and I was able to board smoothly.

Since I had to return to the ship, I didn't go out for other sightseeing, but next time, I would like to take my time and explore!

ダイヤモンドプリンセスクルーズの寄港先に石垣島があり、是非とも竹富島の水牛車に乗りたい！い予約しました。

現地集合の為少し心配でしたが、離島ターミナルにつけば、迷う事無くにチェックイン出来、竹富島へ、島に着くと、水牛車乗り場までの送迎車が待っていて、スムーズに水牛車に乗る事が出来ました。
船に戻る時間があったので、他の観光は出なかったのですが、次回はゆっくりと観光してみたいです。　

We had about an hour and a half to spare before the water buffalo cart departed back to Iriomote Island. Since Yubu Island is not very large, we needed to be creative with how we spent our time. Many other guests were also sitting and waiting for the time to come.

由布島から西表島に戻る際の水牛車の出発まで、1時間半ほどあり時間をもてあました。由布島は大きな島ではないため、時間の使い方に工夫が必要。他のお客さんも座って時間が来るのを待っている方が多かった。

Since this is my second time visiting Taketomi Island, I chose a relaxed rental bicycle plan this time. I think the size of Taketomi Island is just right for exploring by bicycle. This plan includes not only the ferry ticket and rental bicycle fee but also round-trip transportation from the hotel and luggage storage service at the island terminal, so I found it to be a great deal.

竹富島に行くのは2回目なので、今回はのんびりレンタサイクルのプランを選びました。竹富島の広さは、レンタサイクルくらいがちょうどいいなと思います。このプランには乗船券とレンタサイクル代だけではなく、ホテルからの往復送迎や離島ターミナルでの荷物預かりのサービスもついているので、とてもお得だと思いました。

The plan included transportation to the trailhead, which was really helpful since the morning was early and my knees were in agony on the way back. I definitely recommend this plan for anyone going!

The local bus was packed, which was unfortunate.

The journey to Jomon Sugi is mostly along a trolley path, and our guide shared various interesting points along the way, making it enjoyable. The final stretch is a tough climb that continues to the third section, but it wasn't too difficult. However, the descent back was quite hard on my knees.

We walked for 11 hours straight, but the excitement of seeing Jomon Sugi and the sense of accomplishment upon returning felt amazing.

Next, I want to try the Shiratani Unsuikyo course as well.

登山口までの送迎付きプランだったのですが、行きは朝が早いし帰りは膝が大爆笑してたのですごく助かりました。これから行く人は絶対このプランがおすすめ！
路線バスは箱詰め状態で可愛そうでした。。
縄文杉までの道のりは2/3はトロッコ道で途中も見所などガイドさんがいろいろ話してくれて楽しく行けました。最後は地獄の登りが三丁目まで続きますが、そんなに大変じゃなかったです。ただ、帰りの下りは結構膝にきました
11時間歩きっぱなしですが、縄文杉を見た感動と帰って来た達成感、充実感がすごく気持ち良かったです。
次は白谷雲水峡コースも行ってみたいです。

Iriomote's mangrove cruise was easy to understand thanks to the detailed explanations from the guide, and the scenery while riding the water buffalo to Yufu was breathtaking! Additionally, Taketomi Island is simply a wonderful place; the flowers are beautiful, and riding the water buffalo while exploring is incredibly soothing. I traveled alone, but I had a great time. I highly recommend this!

西表はマングローブクルーズはガイドさんの細かい説明で分かりやすかったし、水牛にのって由布へ行く時の景色のすごさは感動！そして竹富島はなんともいえない良いところ花は綺麗だし水牛に乗って散策してるときはすごく癒されます。一人旅でしたがすごく楽しめました。これはオススメです！

I participated in a tour that included a rental bicycle. It was prohibited to rent near the Taketomi Island port, so after arriving at Taketomi, we took a shuttle bus to the central area, about a 5-minute drive, to rent bicycles at a designated shop and start our sightseeing.

Unfortunately, it rained continuously on the day of the tour. The weather conditions were not suitable for cycling. (There's nothing we can do about the weather, though.)

The townscape was very beautiful, typical of Okinawa. The sea was also clear and filled with many fish. We couldn't climb Nagomi Tower due to its deterioration. I thought that for strolling around the central area, walking would be sufficient. In fact, on the way back, I walked from the central area to Taketomi Island port, which took about 15 minutes.

During busy seasons, the lunch spots on the island can get crowded, so it might be better to go a bit earlier.

I hope for sunny weather next time, and I want to try sightseeing again.

レンタサイクル付きのツアーに参加しました。
竹富島港付近でのレンタルは禁止されているとのことで、竹富到着後、
車で5分程度の中心部まで送迎バスで移動し、指定店舗で自転車を借りて
観光スタートになります。

当日は残念ながら雨続き。自転車には不向きな条件でした。
（天候ばかりはどうにもできませんが）

町並みは、沖縄らしくとても綺麗でよかったです。海も魚が多く綺麗だったです。
なごみの塔は老朽化で登れませんでした。
中心部付近の散策であれば、徒歩でも十分散策できる範疇と思いました。
実際、帰りは中心部から竹富島港まで歩きましたが15min程度だったかな。

繁忙期は、島内の昼食所は込み合いますので、少し早めに行った方が
良いかもしれません。

次の機会は晴れを祈って、また観光リベンジしたいです。

Traveling as a couple. This time, we booked a tour to leisurely visit two islands without being too greedy. Iriomote Island is rich in nature and perfect for relaxation, but if you're not an active person or nature enthusiast, you might find it a bit boring to stay for long periods since there are relatively few tourist spots for the size of the island. *However, it's a fantastic place for active people or nature lovers who want to stay longer.*

Yubu Island, on the other hand, has adorable cows. You can spend a decent amount of time there, so it's worth a visit.

Overall, the people in the Yaeyama Islands are laid-back, and there's less of the typical touristy pressure to buy things. However, Yubu Island did have a bit of a push for photos, which was a little disappointing.

All in all, we had a great time, so I give it four stars!

夫婦二人で旅行。
今回は欲張らずにまったり2島巡りでツアー予約。
西表島は自然豊かでまったりできるが、アクティブ派やネイチャー志向の人でないと島の広さの割に観光スポットが少ないため長時間の滞在は退屈かも。
※アクティブ派やネイチャー志向（長時間の滞在する人）にはメチャクチャ良いとこです。
由布島はとにかくも牛がかわいい。そこそこ時間も潰せるため行って損はない。
八重山全体に言えることとして、現地の人もまったりしており、観光地特有の商売ごり押しが少ない。
ただ、由布島だけ写真ごり押しがあり、少し残念だった。
総じて楽しかったので星4つ！

I participated with my mother in her 70s. Since it was our first time and she is elderly, I thought it would be better to take it easy so as not to inconvenience other customers. There were only two families on the mangrove cruise, and there were only five passengers on the sightseeing bus in Iriomote Island. We really enjoyed ourselves. The lunch on Yubu Island was a bento, but it was very delicious. My mother was also very satisfied.

70代の母と二人で参加しました。
初めてだし、高齢なのでゆったりしてるほうが他のお客様にも迷惑をかけなくてよいかな、と。
マングローブクルーズも２家族しか乗ってなかったし、西表島での観光バス乗客も５人のみ。すごく満喫できました。由布島でのお昼ごはんはお弁当でしたが、とてもおいしかったです。母も大満足でした。

It was a wonderful experience. I'm glad I participated in this tour with my 76-year-old mother. Thanks to the staff's attentive service and good teamwork in communication, we were able to enjoy the tour smoothly without any worries. The lunch bento was made with local specialties and was very delicious. The restrooms were clean and well-maintained. The water buffalo moved slowly and leisurely, sometimes stopping for no reason or resting in the shade, which was very endearing and cute. I don't think such a flow of time exists in the city. The sound of the sanshin and gentle singing, the waves created by the water buffalo's movement, and the pleasant, clear breeze made for a lovely atmosphere. During the tour, my mother said she didn't feel any shoulder stiffness. The explanation from the glass-bottom boat guide was easy to understand and informative, making it enjoyable. The clownfish was indeed cute! The bubbles from the hot spring bubbling up from the seabed were so beautiful that I was moved. The bus driver's commentary on Iriomote Island was interesting. The mangrove cruise offered a subtropical landscape that felt very different from Japan. I'm glad I got to see it. Overall, I was very satisfied.

素晴らしい体験でした。このツアーに参加して良かった。76歳の母と私の２人での参加でしたが係員さんの対応と気配り、チームワークの良い情報伝達のおかげで何も不安に思うことなくスムーズにツアーを楽しむことができました。ランチのお弁当も島の特産物を使った料理でとても美味しかった。トイレはどこも清潔で掃除が行き届いていた。水牛さんの歩みはゆっくりのんびりで、時にはわけもなく立ち止まったり、日陰に入ると休んだりして、とても愛らしくてかわいい。都会にいるとこんな時間の流れ方はしないと思う。三線とおだやかな歌声、水牛さんの歩みによる波の音、心地よい澄んだ風。ツアー中、母は肩こりが気にならなかったと言っています。グラスボードのガイドさんの説明がわかりやすくて勉強になって楽しかった。カクレクマノミがやっぱかわいい！海底から湧き出る温泉の泡が美し過ぎて感動した。西表島のバスの運転手さんのガイドが面白かった。マングローブクルーズはとても日本とは思えない亜熱帯の景色。見ることができて良かった。全体を通して満足満足。

I wanted to see the mangroves and ride a water buffalo, so it was really great! I chose a plan that allowed me to ride both in the water and on land! I had a relaxing time and felt rejuvenated!

マングローブも見たかったし、水牛にも乗りたかったので、とても良かったです！水の中と陸の二回乗るプランにしました！のんび〜りした時間で癒されました！

Thanks to our knowledgeable and experienced guide, we had a fun round trip! The guide was so capable that I felt they could carry someone on their back and still manage the descent, which made the journey安心. Thank you very much.

We were also blessed with good weather, making it a valuable experience.

Although I was tired from my first trekking experience, it was so enjoyable that I want to visit Mount Miyanoura and Shiratani Unsuikyo as well. I definitely want to do this again!

Make sure to see Jomon Sugi with your own eyes! The image is from the journey.

知識経験豊富なガイドさんのお陰で楽しく往復できました！たぶん人ひとり背負っても下山できるんだろうなと感じるほどの余裕のあるガイドさんで、道中安心でした。ありがとうございました。
天候にも恵まれ、貴重な経験となりました。
初トレッキングで疲れはしましたが、宮之浦岳や白谷雲水峡にもいってみたいと思うほど楽しかったです。ぜひまたお願いしたいです！

縄文杉は皆さんの目でぜひ！画像は道中です

While I didn't know what to expect on the bus ride to the trailhead, I realized at the starting point that I would be climbing with a group of four. Since we were a smaller group compared to others, I could hear the guide's voice clearly. The guide led us with various legends, stories, trivia, and some silly jokes. His tales were very interesting, and the four of us were captivated by that world, making the long hiking trail enjoyable. I would love to travel with that guide again and would recommend him to my friends.

麓からバスで登山口に向かっているときは何もわからないままだったが、スタート地点で4人で一行を組んで上ることがわかった。他のグループに比べて少人数であったので、ガイドの声がよく聞こえた。ガイドは様々な伝説やストーリー、雑学、つまらない冗談を交えて先導してくれた。その話はとても面白く、4人もその世界に吸い込まれ、長い登山路も楽しく過ごすことができた。また、そのガイドと旅をしたいし、友人にお勧めしたいと思う。

I thought we could make it to Jomon Sugi on our own, but since it was a long journey, I'm glad we opted for a tour. However, the guide made a lot of negative comments like, "I’d rather be soaking in a hot spring than doing this," and there were inappropriate remarks like, "This group has the highest average age..." which felt out of place in a group mostly made up of women. I don't think there was any ill intent, but it was disappointing.

縄文杉までは自分たちだけで行けると思いつつ、長い道なのでツアーにしてよかったと思います。ただ、ガイドの方が「こんなことしているより温泉でも入りたい」などネガティブな発言が多かったり、「このグループは最高年齢だから...」と、女性がほとんどのグループの中で不適切に感じる発言が多く聞かれました。悪気はないと思いつつ、残念でした。

I went at the end of February. It was cold and the weather was a bit rough, but I had a great time.

I was able to efficiently visit Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi, which was nice.

Overall, it was a good tour, but if I had to mention something, it was a bit confusing when we arrived at Iriomote Island because there were other tour groups at the same time, and it was hard to tell which boat to get on.

On Taketomi Island, I did some cycling. It was only for an hour, but I was able to go to various places, and the scenery was great! I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

２月の終わりに行きました。寒くて天候もあるかったんですが
すごく楽しかったです。
西表･由布･竹富と効率よく回れてよかったです。

おおむねいツアーでしたが、あえて言うとしたら、西表島についた時に、同時間に他の観光ツアーの団体がいて、どこの船に乗ればいいかちょっとわかりずらかったことかな。

竹富島ではサイクリングやりました。１時間だけですが、いろんなところに行けて、景色もＧＯＯＤ！！
また機会があったら参加したいです。

The weather on the day was wonderful, and I was very satisfied! I started with a feeling of anxiety in the dark before dawn, but the guide's humorous stories helped make the trekking while enjoying the scenery a pleasant experience. I was glad to have a guide who took great photos as well.

当日はお天気にも恵まれ、大満足❗夜明け前の暗いなか、不安な気持ち でスタートしましたが、ガイドさんのユーモアのあるお話も手伝って景色をみながらのトレッキングは心地よいものでした。
写真も上手にとってくださり、ガイドさん付きで良かったと思いました。

The day before going to Yakushima, I was anxious because the flight was canceled due to strong winds, but the weather improved, and on the day of the hike, we had clear skies, which happen only once or twice a month. The charter bus with no transfers to the trailhead was indeed convenient, allowing us to secure a place for breakfast and use the restroom without any issues, enabling a smooth start to our hike.

The hiking trail itself is well-maintained with trolley paths, wooden paths, and stairs, so I felt there was no worry of getting lost, making it a mountain that one could tackle alone. However, the trolley path is quite long, and there are hardly any signboards, so if I, a beginner with no exercise habits and a woman in my 50s, had gone alone, I think I would have gotten tired of walking and missed out on enjoying the beauty of the mountain. Especially if the weather had been bad... just thinking about it sends shivers down my spine.

While nodding and laughing at the guide's stories, we maintained a perfect pace, and honestly, I thought, "Did we already arrive?" It was such a fun experience meeting Jomon Sugi. The guide said, "You all were invited by Jomon Sugi on such a nice day," and I truly felt like I was "well taken care of," enjoying the mountain to the fullest.

If you want to see Jomon Sugi but are not familiar with the mountains, I absolutely recommend a guided tour! I think it provides peace of mind in case the weather is bad or if any troubles arise.

　屋久島に行く前日は飛行機が欠航になるほどの暴風で不安になっていましたが、天気も回復、登山当日は月に１，２回くらいという快晴になりました。
登山口まで乗り換えなしのチャーターバスはやはり便利で、朝食を食べる場所の確保やトイレ使用も問題なく、スムーズに登山開始できました。
　登山道自体はトロッコ道と木道、階段などで整備された道なので、迷う心配もなく一人でも行ける山だと思いました。でもトロッコ道がとにかく長く、案内板などがほとんどないので、初心者×運動習慣なし×５０代女の私が一人で行ったら、歩き飽きてしまって山の良さを感じることができずに帰ってきただろうなと思います。ましてやもし天気が悪かったら・・・考えただけでゾッとします。
　ガイドさんのお話にうなずいたり笑ったりしながら、ちょうどよいペースで、正直「もう着いちゃったの？」と思うくらい楽しく縄文杉に会ってくることができました。「こんないい日に来た皆さんは、縄文杉から招待されたんですね」と言われましたが、まさに「十分にもてなしてもらった」そんな気分になるくらい気持ちよく山を満喫することができました。
　縄文杉は見たいけど山に不慣れな一人旅にはガイドツアー絶対おススメです！天気が悪かったり、何かトラブルがあったりしたときも安心だと思います。

I was looking for a tour that my mother, who is in her late 60s, could enjoy without having to walk too much. Although we could only stay one night in Ishigaki Island, I wanted to visit other nearby islands as well. I particularly wanted to go to Taketomi Island and ride the water buffalo cart, and I was pleased that there was enough time to enjoy both the water buffalo cart ride and the glass-bottom boat. The smooth transfers also helped us make the most of our limited time for sightseeing. It seemed like my mother enjoyed it too.

６０代後半の母を連れての旅行だったので、あまり歩かなくても楽しめるツアーを探していました。また石垣島へは１泊しか出来なかったですが他の離島にも行きたいと思っていました。
特に竹富島へ行って水牛車には乗りたいと思っていましたが、水牛車に乗車する時間もグラスボード等も十分楽しむことが出来るだけの時間が確保されていました。乗り継ぎがスムーズだったことも時間がない中、効率よく観光するには良かったと思います。母も楽しんでいたようです。