All Reviews for Okinawa Snorkeling

Overall, it was a great activity. It was my first time wearing a suit, but I was able to put it on smoothly. The sea was just the right temperature, and I was able to enjoy it. The guide took photos throughout and distributed them, which was nice.

概ね、良いアクティビティとなりました。スーツも初めてでしたが、スムーズに着ることができました。海もちょうど良い温度で、楽しむことができました。ガイドさんが随時写真を撮ってくれてそれを配ってくれたので良かったです。

I participated in a snorkeling tour for the first time in Okinawa. At first, I was scared and anxious because I didn't know how to breathe, but thanks to the very kind support of the instructor, I gradually relaxed. The underwater scenery was truly beautiful, and I was able to experience feeding the fish. Before I knew it, time flew by, and it became such a fun experience that I thought, "I want to dive more!" Looking back now, I often murmur, "Snorkeling was so much fun, I want to go again."

The local instructor who guided us was a wonderful person who really felt like they loved Okinawa, summer, and the sea. Meeting them is also a great memory. I was grateful for the privilege of having a private instructor. I definitely want to request them again next time!

沖縄で初めてシュノーケリングツアーに参加しました。最初は怖さもあり、呼吸の仕方**がわからずとても不安でしたが、インストラクターの方がとても親切にサポートしてくれたおかげで、だんだんとリラックスできました。海の中の景色は本当に美しく、餌付けなども体験でき、気づけば時間があっという間に過ぎ「もっと潜っていたい！」と思うほど楽しい体験になりました。今振り返っても、「シュノーケリング楽しかったなぁ、また行きたいなぁ」とつぶやいています。
今回担当してくださった地元出身のインストラクターは、本当に沖縄！夏！海が好きなんだなぁと感じる素敵な方で、その方と出会えたことも良い思い出です。貸切でインストラクターがつくという特権にも感謝でした。次回もぜひお願いしたいです！

This was a half-day canoe experience. Our guide, Mr. Seki, was truly wonderful and provided accurate guidance, allowing us to enjoy the activity safely throughout. We learned a lot, including recommendations for shops and explanations about the mangroves. I definitely want to go again. Thank you very much.

今回半日のカヌー体験でした。
担当ガイドの関さんが本当に素晴らしく的確なガイドをしてくださり、終始安全にアクティビティを楽しむことができました。
おすすめのお店や、マングローブの説明など学びも多かったです。
ぜひまた行きたいと思えました。
ありがとうございました。

I went snorkeling for the first time! At first, I was a bit confused about how to use the fins and snorkel, but with a life jacket, I didn't have to worry about drowning, and once I got used to it, I could swim quite comfortably.

There were colorful fish swimming right in front of me, and it was truly beautiful. On the sea turtle tour, I was able to see a turtle sleeping on the ocean floor. However, since it was quite deep, it felt a bit distant. It was different from what I had seen in photos. But I was really happy to see a wild turtle that I had longed for.

One downside was that there were no changing rooms on the boat, so I had to change in the shared restroom. I thought I could change at the port's changing room, but once we arrived, we had to get on the shuttle bus right away, so I couldn't use it.

Also, some of the staff were a bit rude to the guests. Since most of the participants were foreigners, they probably thought we couldn't hear them... It was shocking and a bit off-putting.

Overall, I had a very good experience and I'm satisfied!

初めてシュノーケリングをしました！最初はフィンやシュノーケルの使い方に戸惑いましたが、ライフジャケットがあるので溺れる心配もないし慣れれば結構快適に泳げます。
目の前を色とりどりの魚が泳ぎ回っていて本当に綺麗でした。
ウミガメツアーでは海底で寝ているカメを見る事が出来ました。が、結構深い海底のため何となくアレかなぁといった感じ。写真で見るのと実際とでは違いました。でも念願の野生のカメを見れて嬉しかったです。
少し残念だったのは、船の中に更衣室はなく共用トイレで着替えなければいけなかったこと。港の更衣室で着替えればいいと思っていましたが、着いたらすぐ送迎バスに乗るため港の更衣室は使えませんでした。
またスタッフの中には客に対して口の悪い方がいます。参加者が殆ど外国の方なので多分聞こえないと思っているのでしょうが...衝撃でちょっと引いてしまいました。
全体としてはとても良い体験ができて満足です！

It was my first time snorkeling in the ocean and stand-up paddleboarding in the mangroves, but thanks to the friendly guide and my friends, I had a great time! Playing in the water felt wonderful, and I made many memorable memories. Thank you very much! I hope to have the opportunity to do it again!

海でシュノーケリングをしたりマングローブでSUPするのも初めてでしたが、優しいガイドさんや友達のおかげで楽しめました！
水で遊ぶの気持ちよかったし、心に残る思い出がたくさんできました。
ありがとうございました！また機会があればよろしくお願いします！

I was worried about the impact of the typhoon, but the sea was calm with colorful corals and tropical fish, and I was able to see two types of turtles. The staff took many photos of me while I was snorkeling.

台風の影響が心配でしたが、海は波も穏やかで色とりどりの珊瑚と熱帯魚に加え、２種類の亀を見ることができました。
スタッフの方からシュノーケリング中に何枚も写真を撮ってもらえました。

The weather was great and the view was amazing. The guide's explanations were very enjoyable, and I was excited the whole way until we reached the island of illusions! The sea was so beautiful that I was surprised.

天気がよくて最高の眺めでした
ガイドの案内もとても楽しくて幻の島につくまでずっとわくわくでした！海が綺麗すぎてびっくりしました

I was so happy to see an incredibly beautiful beach. I'm glad I was finally able to land on the island of my dreams that I've always wanted to visit. The guide was cheerful and shared fun stories, which made the experience really enjoyable. I want to come back again.

めちゃくちゃ綺麗なビーチを見る事ができて幸せでした。ずっと行ってみたかった幻の島に今回上陸できて良かったです。ガイドさんも明るくて楽しいお話をしてくださってすごく楽しめました。また来たいです。

I was nervous during the first activity, but thanks to the kind guidance of the instructor, I had a great time! Thank you very much!

初めてのアクティビティで緊張しましたが、ガイドさんが優しく教えてくださったおかげですごく楽しめました！！ありがとうございました！

My 3-year-old had a great time, and the instructor was wonderful and fun. I highly recommend the beach picnic for small children!

3歳の子どももすごく楽しめてインストラクターさんも素敵で楽しかったです。
海ピクニックは小さい子どもにおすすめですよ！

I was grateful that they came to pick me up at the hotel, allowing me to participate without a rental car. The instructor was cheerful and kind, and although he wasn't from Okinawa, he shared a lot of information, making the journey enjoyable.

When I first entered the Blue Cave, I thought, "Is this it???" But the excitement when I reached the actual spot was incredible! It was so beautiful, and it was a view I wanted to keep looking at. Feeding the fish on the way back was surprising because so many came over, and their little munching was adorable.

Time flew by, but I had a great time. Thank you!

ホテルまでお迎えに来て下さり、レンタカー無しでも参加出来て有り難かったです。
インストラクターさんも明るく親切な方で、沖縄の方ではなかったけど色んな情報教えて下さり、道中も楽しかったです。
青の洞窟は入った時はここ？？？って言う印象でしたが、本当ポイントに来た時の感動が！！すごい綺麗で、ずっと見ていたい景色でした。帰りのお魚さんにご飯あげるのも、びっくりするくらい沢山寄ってきてくれて、パクパクしてる姿が可愛かったです。
あっという間に時間が経ってしまいましたが、とても楽しめました。ありがとうございます。

In mid-April, it was a bit chilly, but the weather was great, making it an amazing tour! The miso soup after snorkeling was comforting...! The staff were all friendly and took lots of photos for us. Thank you so much! ♡

4月中旬、少し肌寒かったですが天気にも恵まれ最高なツアーでした！
シュノーケル後のお味噌汁が沁みました…！スタッフの方々も皆さんフレンドリーでたくさん写真も撮ってくれます。ありがとうございました♡

My first time in Ishigaki Island, and I felt reassured with the hotel pick-up service. Sebastian was very cheerful and introduced us to recommended restaurants during the transfer, along with some perks outside of the tour.

Canoeing was a first for me, but they taught me very carefully and were always watching over me, so I could participate with peace of mind.

Even on a cloudy day, snorkeling allowed us to see beautiful corals and fish, which was very satisfying.

Hiroki, our guide, was very pleasant, and we were able to enjoy the day thoroughly.

You can't experience this kind of reassurance without being on a tour!

初めての石垣島、ホテルまで送迎してもらえて安心でした　セバスチャンがとても明るく送迎中、オススメの飲食店を紹介してくれてツアー外の特典あり
カヌーは初めてでしたが、とても丁寧に教えてもらえて常に見守ってくれていたので安心して参加できました
シュノーケリングは曇りの日でもキレイな珊瑚やお魚が見れて大満足
担当のひろきさんがとても感じがよくて、1日楽しく過ごすことができました
ツアーでないと安心して、この体験は味わえない！

This time, I participated in the VELTRA tour program "Mangrove SUP or Canoe Plan" with my family. Unlike the recent heat, it was pleasantly cool due to the typhoon's influence. We took photos together in the Yaeyama mangrove forest. Before getting on the kayak, we were lucky enough to spot a crab. It looked delicious, but I was a bit disappointed that we couldn't take it home, so we let it go. ^_^

Since it was my first time kayaking, I initially struggled and spun around in the river. However, with the guidance of our instructor, Aoi, I gradually got the hang of it. I heard that there are over 100 different types of plants in the Yaeyama mangrove. The water there is a mix of river and seawater, which has a high salt content, making it toxic to regular plants. I learned for the first time that these plants have survived for hundreds of years by collecting the toxins in specific leaves and dropping them. We spotted various animals living there. On the way back, it was wonderful to see the surrounding plants and hear the birds while progressing through the river, enjoying the scenery.

今度は家族を連れてVELTRAのツアープログラム「マングローブSUPorカヌー付きプラン」を参加しました。先日の暑さと違って台風の影響で涼しくなり気持ち良かったです。ヤエヤマヒルギの林にで家族と一緒に写真を取りました。カヤックに乗る前に運よくガニを見つけました。おいしそうに見えるけど持ち帰れないので逃がしたのは少し残念でした。^_^
カヤックを漕ぐのがはじめてなので最初はコンビーならず川の中でぐるぐる回りましたが。ガイドのAOIさんの指導があって段々なれるようになりました。ヤエヤマヒルギにいろんな植物があり100種以上と聞きました。そこの水は川と海水を混じった物で塩分が高いため、通常の植物に毒になり生存することができないが。そこの植物がその毒を特定の葉に集めて落すことで何百年も行き続けたのをはじめて聞きました。そこに生息する色んな動物を見つかりました。帰りには周囲の植物を見たり、鳥の声を聞いたりしながら川の中に進んでいく周りの風景を見るのが最高です。
　

I was able to experience both the SUP tour and the snorkeling tour in one day! They pick you up by car, so it was fun to hear stories about Ishigaki Island during the ride. Even if you're a beginner, they teach you how to ride and paddle on the SUP. During snorkeling, they told us the names of the fish, and it was really enjoyable in the beautiful sea. Thank you very much!

1日で、supツアーとシュノーケルツアーを体験できました！
車で迎えにきてくれるので、車中での石垣島の話も楽しかったです
初めてでも、supの乗り方とこぎかたも教えてくれます
シュノーケル中はお魚の名前を教えてくれたり、きれいな海ですごく楽しかったです
ありがとうございました

As the typhoon approached, I signed up at the last minute, but due to strong winds, we switched to canyoning. Following the reliable Captain Macchan, we made our way through the forest, descending to the river to jump off rocks and slide down like on a slide. It was a fun activity with a sense of unity as we cheered each other on with other groups! We also took lots of photos and videos, creating wonderful memories of Iriomote Island!

In the afternoon, we had a course set for Yufu Island, but unfortunately, it was temporarily closed due to the typhoon. When I consulted with Captain Macchan, he suggested a tour around Iriomote Island. Thanks to him, we were able to explore every corner of Iriomote Island, which turned out to be great! Thank you for your flexible support.

I’ll come back to play again when the weather is nice!

台風接近中で様子を見ながらギリギリで申し込んだところ、風が強くてキャニオニングに変更になりました。
頼もしいまっちゃん隊長に続き森の中を進みながら、川に降りて岩の上から飛び込んだり滑り台みたいに滑ったり。
他のグループの人とも掛け声を掛け合ったりと、一体感があり楽しいアクティビティでした！
たくさん写真や動画も撮ってくれて、西表島の楽しい思い出が残せました！

午後から由布島もセットのコースでしたが、台風のためなんと臨時休園。
まっちゃん隊長に相談したら、西表島周遊ツアーを提案してくれました。おかげで西表島の隅から隅まで見て回ることができて逆によかったかも？！
柔軟にご対応いただきありがとうございました。

また、天気が良い時に遊びに来ますね！

Although the location changed due to bad weather, we had a great time snorkeling and even got to see sea turtles! The handsome guide with a refreshing smile explained everything clearly, which was wonderful! 👍

悪天候で場所は変わりましたが楽しくシュノーケリングができウミガメも見ることができました！
爽やか笑顔のイケメン兄さんガイドでわかりやすく説明してくれてよかったです👍

The staff were all very cheerful and kind, and I was able to experience everything without any worries! Choosing the one-day course was definitely the right decision! I was very satisfied! I will definitely use your services again when I visit Okinawa!

スタッフの方々は皆さんとても明るく親切で何も不安なく体験する事が出来ました！1日コースにして正解でした！大満足！また沖縄へ行った際は必ず利用させていただきます！

The kayak and snorkeling tour was amazing! Since it was my first time kayaking, I was initially worried about my stamina, but the guide was attentive and kind, making it a wonderful memory!

If I go to Okinawa again, this will be my number one choice!

カヤックとシュノーケルのツアーが最高でした！
体験したことないカヤックだったので最初は体力的に不安なこともありましたけど、ガイドの方も丁寧かつ親切で最高の思い出を作れました！

また沖縄に行くことがあれば利用したい店舗No.1です！！

I participated in the rising canoe and Blue Cave snorkeling tour from the morning. The mangrove canoe experience was honestly mediocre. We were asked to help load the canoes onto a truck and transport them to the river, which felt off since we were paying for the tour. I think the operators need to make some improvements. The person in charge was doing their best and was likable, but the course to see the mangroves was short and lacked any explanations, leaving me completely unsatisfied. Additionally, although it was a sunrise tour, there were hotels built in the spot where the sun rises, so we couldn't see it.

Overall, I cannot recommend the mangrove canoe tour.

Now for my thoughts on the Blue Cave snorkeling tour. The weather was great, making it an amazing experience. On the day of the tour, the water was very clear, and I could see quite deep. I encountered a clownfish and even two sea turtles! I was able to see many beautiful fish as well. I've done snorkeling and diving in various places, but this level of snorkeling is incredible! The guide, Ryotaro, was very pleasant and entertaining. He engaged with all the participants in the car, sharing recommendations for restaurants and interesting facts about Ishigaki Island, which left a good impression. I absolutely recommend this tour! It can be affected by the weather, but if it's sunny, it's the best!

朝からのライジングカヌーと青の洞窟シュノーケルツアーに参加しました。
マングローブカヌーは、正直微妙でした。
川にエントリーするためのカヌーを参加者男性でトラックに乗せて、降ろして川まで運ぶ作業を手伝わされます。
お金を払ってツアー参加してるのに、、
なんだかな、、という感じでした。
運営側の工夫が必要だと思いました。
担当の方は頑張っていて好感を持てました。ただ、マングローブを見るコースは短く解説なども無いため全く物足りないです。またサンライズツアーですが、日が昇る場所にホテルが建っていて上がるところは見られません。
総合的にマングローブカヌーツアーは、私はおススメ出来ません。

ここから青の洞窟シュノーケルツアーの感想です。
天気にも恵まれ最高の体験となりました。
当日は、海の透明度も高くかなり深くまで目視できました。
隠れクマノミにも海亀にも遭遇できました。しかも、海亀は2匹！！
その他にも沢山のお魚が綺麗に見る事ができました。
色々な場所でシュノーケルやダイビングをしてきましたが、シュノーケルでこのレベルは凄いです！
ガイドのリョウタロウさんも大変感じ良く楽しませてくれました。
車中でも参加者皆んなに話しかけ、オススメのお店の紹介や石垣島豆知識を話してくれるなど、楽しませようとする姿勢が好印象でした。
こちらのツアーは、絶対オススメです！
天候にも左右されますが晴れたら最高です。

I was worried about the mangrove canoe tour in the light rain, but it was actually the best!
Even though it was July, it wasn't too hot or too cold, and the river flow was gentle, allowing us to enjoy canoeing very comfortably.
During the bus ride and throughout the tour, our guides Yume and Yumi taught us a lot about Iriomote Island, mangroves, and the creatures that inhabit the area, which was very educational!
Both adults and elementary school children were extremely satisfied.
Thank you! 🥺

小雨の中でのマングローブカヌーツアーで心配していましたが、むしろ最高でした！
７月なのに暑くなく寒くなく、川の流れも穏やかで、とても快適にカヌーを楽しむことができました。
バスの中やツアー中は、ガイドのゆめさんとゆみさんが西表島のこと、マングローブのこと、生息している生き物のこと等色々教えてくれて非常に勉強になりました！
大人はもちろん、小学生の子どもも大満足です。
ありがとうございました🥺

The staff actively engaged with us from the time we gathered, and their pleasant demeanor, including the international staff, made the snorkeling guide enjoyable. However, it was overcrowded. About 90% of the guests were international, and there weren't enough seats on the boat; we couldn't even sit on the ground in the shade and had to sit in a crouched position in the sun. After returning from snorkeling, before even waiting for our turn for the restroom and shower, it felt like we were trying to take off our fins in a crowded train on the Yamanote Line. When we finally got back on the boat, a staff member told us to "take off your wetsuits," but among many larger international guests, I felt a bit unsteady as arms, shoulders, and legs brushed against me, and a kind staff member supported me.

スタッフの皆さんは、集合の時から積極的に声をかけてくれ、海外スタッフも含めて気持ちのいい対応で、シュノーケルのガイドも楽しかったです。
ただ、詰め込み過ぎです。
９割がた海外のお客様でしたが、船内は座る座席も足らないどころか、影になる地べたにも座れず、日の当たるところで体育座りでした。
シュノーケルから帰っても、トイレ・シャワーの順番待ち以前に、足ひれを脱ぐのも山手線の電車の中の感じでやっとでした。
最後に船に上がった時も、スタッフの方から「ウェットスーツを脱いで」と言われましたが、多くの海外の体格のいい人の中で、腕が当たる肩が当たる足が当たるでヨロけたところ、やさしいスタッフが支えてくれました。

I participated in a snorkeling tour from 9 AM on July 5th. It was lucky that there were only the two of us, a couple, and one instructor. They pulled the banana boat to the point with a jet ski, and it felt cool with the wind. The weather was nice, and there were many fish, which were very beautiful. The instructor mentioned that it was rare to see so many fish in one day. The reason for three stars is that we were only on the water for about 40 minutes, and the total time was just under an hour, which felt a bit insufficient.

7/5の9時からシュノーケルツアーに参加しました。私達夫婦２人だけにインストラクターが1人の参加者だったのでラッキーでした。
バナナボートを水上バイクでポイントまで引っ張って行ってくれます、風をはらむと涼しく感じます。
天気も良く魚群も多くてとても綺麗でした。
インストラクターもこんなに魚が多い日も珍しいとの事。
星三つの理由は海上にいた時間が40分程度で全体でも１時間弱だったので物足りなく感じてしまったからです。

The staff's warm and attentive hospitality was truly remarkable! They were considerate in every detail, yet it felt so natural. While this may be a daily occurrence for the staff, for me, it might only happen once in a lifetime… and I really enjoyed it! Of course, the snorkeling with the coral, sea turtles, and Nemo, etc., was explained thoroughly, and I received valuable information that created precious memories. I am sincerely grateful. I highly recommend this experience.

スタッフの方々の細やかなあったかぁ〜いおもてなし！すべてに気遣いされていてしかもさりげなく！
スタッフの方には日常と思いますが、私には一生に何回もない…一回かも…なんですがほんとうに楽しませていただきました！もちろん珊瑚のシュノーケリング、ウミガメ、ニモetc .説明してくださりデーターもいただき大切な思い出です。心から感謝申し上げます。絶対おすすめします。

The visibility was high, and it was great to see a lot of fish. When I fed them, they came very close, which was a bit surprising. Overall, the instructor was kind, and it turned out to be a fun snorkeling experience! I would like to use this service again.

透明度が高く、魚もたくさん見れて良かったです。餌をあげたらとても近い距離に寄ってきてちょっと驚きましたが、、
全体としてはインストラクターの方も優しくて楽しいシュノーケルになりました！！
また利用させていただきたいです。

The weather was nice, and I was able to forget about my everyday life and enjoy myself. Everything was new for the children, making it a wonderful experience for them as well. The tour staff from pipi were very kind and cheerful, and I had a great time. Thank you to our guide Shogo and Kenken, who took care of us during the night tour the day before, for the wonderful time!

天気も良く、普段の日常を忘れて楽しめました。
子供たちにとっても全てが初めてのものばかりでとてもいい体験になりました。
pipiのツアースタッフの方もとても親切で明るく、楽しく過ごさせていただきました。
ガイドの省吾さん、前日のナイトツアーでお世話になったケンケンさん、素敵な時間をありがとうございました！

Mangrove tour was nice but I found it a bit short and it would have been nice to have some comments on the environment.
Phanthom island tour was really cool though. Some comments about sea life, good communication, beautiful places. Could also have snorkelled a bit longer. 😉
Nice tour after all with nice people.

The Blue Cave was incredibly beautiful and moving! Feeding the fish was also a first for me, and it was so much fun to interact with them. I went on a weekday at 8 AM, and there were a few other groups, but the guide made sure to take photos and videos at times when there were no people around, which made for great memories. It was also amazing that the guide took photos from underwater!

青の洞窟とっても綺麗で感動でした！
魚の餌やりも初めてでしたが、魚に触れるのも面白いし、楽しすぎました。
平日の8時～で他のグループも数組いましたが、写真や動画を撮る時は人が居ないタイミングでも撮っていただき、良い記念になります。
ガイドさんが潜って海の下から写真を撮ってくださったのも最高でした！！

This is my second time using Beltora, following Ishigaki. Just like last time, the staff took safety into consideration, allowing me to enjoy the activities with peace of mind. Although I didn't see any sea turtles, it was a fulfilling experience. The photos sent in the evening became great memories.

石垣に続き2度目のベルトラさんの利用です。
前回同様にスタッフの方々に安全を配慮してもらい、安心してアクティビティを楽しむ事が出来ました。ウミガメ見れませんでしたが充実した内容でした。当時夕方に送られて来た写真いい思い出になります。

I was able to experience the mystical space of the Blue Cave. The fish I saw before and after going into the cave were also very beautiful, and I wanted to gaze at them forever. The guide's explanations were great, and the preparation was thorough and kind. It became the best memory. Thank you very much! ♪

青の洞窟の神秘的な空間を体験できました。洞窟に行く前後に見たお魚もとても綺麗でずっと眺めていたかったです。ガイドさんの説明も良かったですし、準備も丁寧、親切にして頂きました。最高の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました♪