All Reviews for Okinawa Snorkeling

I participated in a one-day tour.

Exploring the limestone caves and landing on Baras Island was enjoyable, but what stood out the most was paddling through the jungle in light rain on a stand-up paddleboard. In the end, I felt refreshed after seeing the waterfall.

It was a lot of fun. The guide was very kind, and the explanations were clear and enjoyable. Thank you very much.

1日ツアーに参加させていただきました。

鍾乳洞やバラス島上陸も楽しかったですが、特にジャングルの中を小雨の降る中SUPで進むのが強く思い出に残りました。最後は滝を見て心を洗われました。

とても楽しかったです。ガイドさんもとても親切で説明も分かりやすく楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

My first trip to Ishigaki Island during my last summer vacation in college turned out to be an amazing experience thanks to this tour! At first, I was a bit nervous since the other participants were all men around my age, but our guide, Connie, was very friendly and made it easy for everyone to bond as if we had been friends from the start!

During the tour, we had a great time exploring Iriomote Island while canoeing and trekking, with detailed explanations about the plants and wildlife. We all jumped into the waterfall for photos and took pictures together on Barasu Island; it was a tour that everyone, including the guide, enjoyed!

I highly recommend this tour for anyone going to Iriomote Island!

大学生活最後の夏休みで人生初の石垣島はこのツアーのおかげで最高の思い出ができました！ツアーが一緒の方が同年代の男性ということもあり、始めは緊張していたのですが、ガイドのコニーさんがとても気さくに接してくださり皆始めから友達だったかのように仲良くなることができました！
ツアーも西表島の植物や生き物たちをカヌーに乗ってる時や、トレッキング中に詳しく説明してくださって楽しく西表島を散策することができました！
みんなで滝壺に飛び込んで写真を撮ったり、バラス島でみんなで写真を撮ったりガイドさん含め全員で楽しめたツアーでした！！
西表島に行くからここのツアーを最高におすすめします！

We participated with both a toddler and an elementary school student! The marine sports were adjusted in speed and enjoyment to suit both of their ages. All the staff were very kind, and I felt it was a great choice to select this plan! My younger child was upset because something they were looking forward to wasn't available, but in the end, they provided an unexpected experience that made us leave in a good mood. Thank you so much!! I would like to request RISE again when we come to Ishigaki!

We did not receive the ticket for Taketomi.

幼児と小学生が一緒での参加でした！マリンスポーツは２人のどちらの年齢にも合わせてスピード調整や乗り物を楽しませてくれました(^^)どのスタッフさんもとても優しくてこのプラン選んでよかったと思いました！ 下の子が楽しみにしていたものがなくてグズってしまったのですが、最後にまさかの体験をさせてくれたので、ご機嫌で帰ることができました♡本当にありがとうございました！！ また、石垣にきたときにはRISEさんでお願いしたいと思いました！

竹富の乗車券はいただけませんでした(^_^;)

This is an experience shared by a group of three male university students. In a word, it was amazing.

When it comes to sightseeing in Iriomote Island, many people might hesitate between signing up for a tour or exploring freely. I was quite unsure as well, but I found planning everything myself to be a hassle, so I decided to join this tour. The result was a great success.

To fully enjoy the vast nature of Iriomote Island, the support of a tour company is essential. To circle around the mangroves, you need either a SUP or a canoe, and to land on Barasu Island, a dedicated boat is required. By signing up for this tour, you can have all the equipment arranged for various activities.

Additionally, I could feel the professionalism of the tour guide. I was able to hear fascinating stories about the rare creatures and plants that inhabit Iriomote Island, as well as how various natural phenomena occur. The consideration for fostering camaraderie among participants was also excellent, naturally enhancing conversations throughout the tour.

During lunch, there is about 1 hour and 30 minutes of free time. After being introduced to various diners and cafes on Iriomote Island, we could have lunch on our own. We ate Yaeyama soba (a type of Okinawa soba?) at a local diner frequented by residents of Iriomote Island, and then enjoyed coffee jelly at a café.

You can experience activities that will become lifelong memories three times in one tour. If you plan to visit Iriomote Island, I highly recommend signing up for this tour. The clientele is diverse, and I think groups of university students, couples, and families can all enjoy it.

Thank you, Connie, our tour guide!

大学生男 3 人組の体験談です。一言で言うと、最高でした。

西表島を観光するにあたって、ツアーに申し込むか自由に散策するかを迷う方も多いかと思います。僕もかなり迷いましたが、自分で色々計画を立てることを面倒に感じ、こちらのツアーに申し込むことにしました。結果は、大成功でした。

西表島の広大な大自然を満喫するには、ツアー会社の力は欠かせません。
マングローブを一周するには、SUP かカヌーが必要ですし、バラス島に上陸するには、専用の海上ボートが必要です。
こちらのツアーに申し込むと、様々なアクティビティを楽しむための装備をすべて手配してもらうことができます。

また、ツアーガイドの方のプロフェッショナリズムを感じることができました。西表島に生息する珍しい生き物や植物の解説や、様々な自然現象がどのようにして発生するかなど、大変興味深い話を聞くことができました。ツアー参加者同士が仲良くなるための配慮も素晴らしく、ツアー全体を通して会話を自然に盛り上げてくれました。

ランチの時間は 1 時間 30 分程度の自由時間が設けられます。西表島にある食堂やカフェを一通り紹介してもらった後、各自でランチをとることができます。
僕たちは、西表島在住の地元のお客さんが通う定食屋で八重山そば（沖縄そばの一種？）を食べた後、カフェでコーヒーゼリーをいただきました。

一生の思い出になるようなアクティビティーを、一つのツアーで三回体験することができます。西表島を訪れる予定がある方は、こちらのツアーに申し込むことをお勧めします。客層は幅広く、大学生グループや、カップル、ご家族など様々な方が楽しめると思います。

ツアーガイドのコニーさん、ありがとうございました！

In the morning, we had a canoeing course, and in the afternoon, we went snorkeling. Among them, our guide, Zacky, was really fun and lively! He mentioned that he could dive down to 25 meters, and he was very refreshing and really cool. During the activities and on the way to the site, I heard various interesting stories, from knowledge about limestone caves and marine life to other casual chats. It was a lot of fun, and I would love to join again when I visit Ishigaki Island! Thank you very much! ^_^

午前はカヌー, 午後はシュノーケリングのコースでした。中でも, ガイドのザッキーさんが楽しく盛り上げくれました！素潜り25メートルまで行けるとのこと, とても爽やかでとてもかっこいいガイドでした アクティビティ中・サイトへの道で色々聞いた話, 鍾乳洞や生物の知識からその他もろもろの雑談までとても面白かったです。
とても楽しかったです, また石垣島に行くときに参加させてください！
ありがとうございました^_^

I discovered this on the Veltra site and was tempted by the cashback offer, so I signed up... It was a very enjoyable tour! In the morning, we did sea kayaking, and in the afternoon, we had a snorkeling course. The activities in the ocean were great, of course, but the service from the guide was outstanding (they quickly made us feel comfortable, and even arranged the lunch pick-up and drop-off to fit our schedule). I definitely want to participate in other plans as well.

Veltraのサイトで発見して, キャッシュバックのオファーに釣られて申し込みました...。とても楽しいツアーでした！午前はシーカヤック, 午後はシュノーケリングのコースでした。海でのアクティビティはもちろん, ガイドの方のサービスが素晴らしかったです(とても素早く打ち解けられて, さらにお昼の送り迎えもわざわざこちらの都合に合わせて設定してくださりました)。是非また他のプランでも参加したいです。

I absolutely loved our half day of snorkeling with Marine Club Berry! The staff was extremely helpful, polite, and friendly! Their facilities were extremely clean and well organized. The staff also allowed individuals to wander and explore while keeping a very close eye on us.

The site chosen for us to snorkel was beautiful with crystal clear and bright blue waters. We swam through schools of brightly colored fish, saw a black tip reef shark, and a million other beautiful creatures.

The price was reasonable and worth every single penny!

I really struggled with this time of year in Okinawa, but since it was a small group activity, I was able to participate with peace of mind. The guide divided us into groups of a few people, so it was a bit disappointing that skilled swimmers were mixed with those who weren't, which is why I gave it four stars.

It was great that they took photos during the experience, and we could download them for free. They also dropped us off at our desired location on the way back, which was nice. I'm glad there was a pickup service.

この時期の沖縄ということで、本当に悩みましたが、少人数アクティビティだったので、安心して参加できました。ガイドさんが数名ずつのグループに分けるので、泳ぎがうまい人とそうではない人が混ざるのが少し残念でしたので、星４つです。
体験中の写真を撮ってくださり、無料でダウンロードできるのもよかったですね。
帰りも希望通りの場所で降ろしていただきました。送迎ありでよかったです。

I have lived in Ishigaki Island for nearly six months, and I think I've done quite a bit of snorkeling in beautiful seas, but this was the most stunning snorkeling experience I've had! The corals were colorful, and I was truly moved!!!

石垣島に半年近く住んでいて、綺麗な海でのシュノーケルはけっこうしてきたと思いますが、今までの中で1番綺麗な海でのシュノーケルでした！サンゴがカラフルで本当に感動しました！！！

Both canoeing and snorkeling were my first experiences, and they exceeded my expectations in quality, allowing me to have a very enjoyable time. Especially during snorkeling, I was moved to encounter various sea creatures in the crystal-clear ocean. The guide was also very kind and shared interesting stories about Ishigaki Island during our travels, making the experience even more enjoyable. Additionally, it was great to have many wonderful photos taken. I created many good memories. Thank you very much. I would love to participate again if I have the opportunity.

カヌーもシュノーケリングも初めての体験でしたが、想像以上のクォリティで、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。特にシュノーケリングでは、透き通った海で、色々な海の生き物に出会えて感動しました。ガイドの方もとても親切で、移動中も石垣島の面白い話をしてくださったので楽しく過ごせました。また、素敵な写真を沢山撮って頂けたのも良かったです。良い思い出が沢山できました。ありがとうございました。また機会があれば参加したいです。

Due to the tides, the experience date was originally scheduled for a course from morning to afternoon, but I received a call the day before saying it would be condensed into the morning. However, I was relieved to hear that the SUP and snorkeling experience times would remain unchanged, so I participated with peace of mind.

We gathered at 8:30 AM, starting with SUP. It was my first time, but I was able to stand up, and when I got the hang of it, the guide suggested we try tandem riding, which my husband and I enjoyed together!

The location for the SUP experience may vary depending on the day, but it was in a gentle, curved area that wasn't too deep, so I thought it would be enjoyable even for families with children.

For snorkeling, we moved by car from the SUP location. The guide led the way, and we followed (there were three groups participating, including us). The sea was incredibly beautiful, and I was so excited! The guide mentioned that the visibility was better than usual due to the typhoon, and it truly was stunning.

We were able to see sea turtles and even got some photos taken, including one of a baby turtle! If you swim closer to the coral, you can also see tropical fish. I was a bit worried about whether we would see turtles and fish while beach snorkeling, but it was so much fun!

The guide was kind, friendly, and attentive, which was great. Also, I was most pleased that the photos were sent to us via LINE! My husband and I are already discussing wanting to visit the limestone caves next time.

体験日は潮の関係で、本来なら午前から午後にかけてのコースだったんですが、午前中にぎゅっとまとめてになりますと前日お電話がありましたが、
sup、シュノーケリングの体験時間は変わらないとの事で安心し参加しました。
朝8:30に集合し、最初はsupから。
初めてのsupでしたが立てましたし、慣れた頃に2人乗りもできるとガイドさんから声かけて頂き、
主人と2人乗りでも楽しめました！
恐らくその日によって、supの体験場所も違うかもしれませんが、弯のような所で、穏やかかつ、そこまで深さありませんでしたし、お子様いらっしゃっても楽しめるのでは？と思いました。
シュノーケリングはsupの場所から車で移動です。ガイドさんが先頭に走りその後を着いていきます(私たちが参加した時は、自分たち含め3組の参加でした)
すっっごく綺麗な海で、めっっちゃテンション上がりました！！笑
台風の後なので、いつもより透明度が高いとガイドさんが仰ってましたが、本当に綺麗でした。
ウミガメさんも見れましたし、写真も取って頂きました。なんと子どもの亀さんも！！
珊瑚の方まで泳げば熱帯魚も見れましたし、ビーチシュノーケリングでカメもお魚も見れるのかな。と少し不安でしたがとっても楽しめました！
ガイドさんも親切で、フランクですが、丁寧なので良かったです。
あと写真がLINEで送って貰えるのが1番嬉しいところでした！
また次は鍾乳洞にも行きたいねと主人と相談しております。

Had an awesome experience, was a great first time will do again

I visited on August 5th, and I apologize for the late review! Due to the typhoon, I couldn't go to Kabira Bay, but thanks to the tour company's flexible response, I was able to switch to mangrove SUP and snorkeling in the Blue Cave. I was very grateful for all the photos they took! While other tour companies required meeting on-site, PiPi provided transportation, which was very helpful.

The staff, including Makoto, were very friendly and easy to talk to. Given the current circumstances, I was unsure if it was okay to enjoy myself, but they talked with me a lot, which eased my worries and allowed me to have fun. I would like to try for a revenge visit to Kabira Bay the next time I go to Ishigaki Island. Thank you very much!

8/5に行きましたが口コミが遅くなりすみません！
台風の影響で川平湾は行けませんでしたが、
ツアー会社さんの臨機応変な対応のおかげでマングローブSUPと青の洞窟シュノーケリングに変えていただきました。
写真もたくさん撮って頂けて大変有り難かったです！
他のツアー会社さんは現地集合でしたがピピさんは送迎してくださるのもとても助かりました。

まことさんをはじめスタッフの方々もとても気さくで話しやすかったです。
ご時世的に楽しんでいいものか迷っていましたが沢山お話ししてくれて不安な気持ちも紛れ楽しむことが出来ました。
また石垣島に行く際には今度こそ川平湾リベンジしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました！

In the morning, I enjoyed the beautiful sea while paddleboarding. At first, I thought it was a bit scary until I got used to it, but since we started paddling from the shallow area, it was okay even if I fell (laughs). My husband, who joined me, fell in the shallow water (laughs). It looked like he was having fun too! The weather wasn't exactly sunny, but it was originally forecasted to rain, and it turned into cloudy with some sunshine, so we were able to enjoy the beautiful sea without getting rained on. After we finished, we were told that the view from a nearby observation deck was beautiful.

For lunch, we had a free-style meal where everyone could choose what they wanted. We were informed that there was a famous Marukichi soba near where we did the SUP, so we went there. The soki soba was very delicious.

In the afternoon, we went snorkeling with sea turtles at Shinjo Beach. The sea visible from the road to the beach was incredibly beautiful. Stunning views were everywhere we went.

We put on life jackets and fins and headed into the sea. The water temperature wasn't too cold, and the weather was just right as it cleared up, so it was perfect.

We were able to see sea turtles up close. It's a rare opportunity to see them like that, so it was a precious time. We also encountered many corals and tropical fish. Although I couldn't capture it in a photo, I was able to see two sea turtles at the same time. I brought my own GoPro, and since I put it in a waterproof case, it was safe and worked perfectly. The guy who was with us took photos, so you can enjoy it even without a waterproof camera!

The sea around Miyako Island was more beautiful blue than I had imagined. It truly was Miyako Blue. Thank you for the momentary healing experience.

朝は、SUPで綺麗な海の上を楽しみました。
慣れるまでは、怖いなーと思ってましたが、最初は浅瀬から漕ぎ始めるので、落ちても大丈夫(笑)
一緒に参加した主人は浅瀬で落ちてました。(笑)
それも何だか楽しそうでした！！
天気は、晴天とまではいかなかったですが、元々は雨予報の日だったのが曇り晴れになってくれたので雨に降られることなく綺麗な海を楽しめました。
ちょうど、終わった後に近くの展望台からの景色が綺麗だそうで教えてくれました。
お昼ご飯は、各自で自由に取るスタイルでした。
SUPしたところの近くに有名な丸吉そばがあると教えていただき、そちらへ行きました。
ソーキそばがとても美味しかったです。

午後からは、ウミガメシュノーケリング、私たちは新城海岸でした。
海岸へ行くための道から見える海がとても綺麗でした。
どこに行っても絶景が広がってます。

ライフジャケットと足のヒレを装着して、いざ海へ。
水温もそんなに冷たくなく、天気もちょうど晴れてきたのでバッチリでした。

ちゃんとウミガメに会えました。
近くで見れる機会は普段なかなかないので貴重な時間でした。
珊瑚や熱帯魚にもたくさん出会えました。
写真には納められませんでしたが、ウミガメ２匹同時に見ることもできました。
わたしは自分のGoProを持っていきました。
防水ケースに入れていったので故障もなく無事でした。
一緒に回ってくれるお兄さんが写真撮ってくれるので防水カメラなくても楽しめますよ～！！


宮古島の海は想像以上に綺麗なブルーでした。
名の通り宮古ブルーでしたね。
束の間の癒しをありがとうございました。

We had pretty flawless trip out to the Kerema Islands with Marine House Seasir. The tour was entirely in Japanese but the staff at the shop could speak some English. The place was easy to find and we could park about a block away near the port. After filling out our paperwork (in English), we could leave small valuables at the shop, we headed to the boat, which had ample space for everyone as well as equipped with showers, changing rooms, bathrooms all of our gear and even some fun extras like a water slide.

We were given a brief introduction to snorkeling by the staff and arranged into teams with a guide for each group on the boat. The guides were very bubbly and fun! Being this was my children's first time, this really put them at ease.

The ride out to the islands wasnt too long and we could enjoy the ocean breeze. Once we reached our point, we put on our gear and away we went into the water. Keep in mind, you are either required to wear a life vest or a wetsuit. If you forgo the wet suit, you must wear a life vest while snorkeling. We could see a variety of fish and living coral out on the reef as well as a sea turtle and sea snake. The guides encouraged us to stay together for the first half hour or so then we had a water break, After that we could choose what we would like to do. There were jet skis, banana boats and parasailing available for an extra fee, and using the waterslide was free and a lot of fun. You could also continue snorkeling as long as you stayed in the general vacinity of the boat.

The staff took pictures and gave us a QR code to get the pictures from a web site. Using that web site is a bit complicated and it isnt in English, so I needed some help from my Japanese husband when I got home.

Overall the trip was pretty good value for the money. I would certainly recommend it, especially for beginners.

I was looking for a morning snorkeling tour and decided to join this one. Depending on the weather, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, which changed the purpose of the tour, and I was disappointed. I do enjoy snorkeling, so I had some fun, but the guide's attitude wasn't very good, and most of the photos we received were blurry, which made it even more disappointing.

早朝シュノーケルを探していて決めました。
天候にもよるかもしれませんが、青の洞窟には行けずこのツアーの目的も変わってしまって残念でした。
シュノーケルは好きなのでそれなりに楽しめましたが、ガイドさんの態度もあまり良くなくいただいた写真データもほとんどボケていたため更に残念な感じでした。

I booked the sea turtle snorkeling course with SAP.

During the snorkeling, I was able to see three sea turtles and swim with beautiful fish, which was incredibly moving! I had also done snorkeling in Hawaii, but I was surprised that this experience was even more beautiful than that one.

It was my first time trying SAP, but even someone like me, who is not athletic, was able to master it quickly. Floating in the middle of the ocean while feeling the sea breeze was the ultimate luxury and a great way to unwind.

Both activities had staff who were relaxed, friendly, and attentive, making it easy to connect and chat! On the way back, they kindly offered to take me to my hotel (I paid an additional fee), and we had a fun conversation during the ride.

I also appreciated that they took many photos during the activities and sent them to me via LINE! There were over 50 photos each, allowing me to look back on the memories later. In particular, I want to show off the underwater photos taken with the sea turtles!

I was very satisfied, so I definitely want to use this service again when I visit next time. Thank you very much!

ウミガメシュノーケリング→SAPというコースで予約しました。

シュノーケリングでは、ウミガメが3匹も見れて、そしてキレイな魚たちと一緒に泳ぐことができて大感動！ハワイでもシュノーケリングをしたことがありましたが、そのときよりも今回の方がキレイだったのには驚きました。

SAPは初挑戦でしたが、運動音痴の私でもすぐに使いこなすことができ、海風を浴びながら海の真ん中を漂っている時間が、無になれて最高に贅沢でした。

2つのアクティビティとも、スタッフさんがラフで気さくで丁寧ですぐに打ち解けて話せました！帰りにホテルまで送ってもらったのですが（追加料金お支払いしてます）、快く引き受けてくれて車内でも楽しくお話しながら帰ることができました。

また、有難かったのが、アクティビティ中の様子をたくさん写真に撮っていていただき、LINEで送ってくださったこと！写真はそれぞれ50枚以上もあり、後でゆっくり思い出として見返せます。
特に、ウミガメと一緒に撮ってもらった水中写真は周りに自慢したいと思います！

大満足でしたので、是非また訪れた際には利用したいです。本当にありがとうございました！

I participated on a very nice day. It was packed with fun and I had a great time! The transportation was smooth, and I was able to enjoy Iriomote Island! Thank you very much.

とても天気がいい日に参加しました。とても楽しさが凝縮されていて楽しかったです！送迎もスムーズで、西表島を楽しめました！ありがとうございました。

Captain Kamei took us to various spots. He is someone who has been accustomed to marine activities for a long time, so everyone can enjoy themselves with peace of mind.

We got to see turtles munching on seaweed and were taken to a now-rare red coral spot. It felt like we were playing in Kamei's backyard, which was very relaxing. Along the way, we even encountered a sea snake, which was amazing.

The condition of the coral was better than that of Ishigaki Island; it was healthy, and I realized that it was a good decision to come here. Coral decline is a global issue, but it seems that the condition is gradually improving. Environmental pollution is serious, so to protect this environment, including the flora and fauna, we made sure to follow the rules while enjoying our time here, so that the smiles of the locals are not lost.

Thank you very much!

By the way, he is quite knowledgeable about sailing, so it would be good to ask him questions. Sorry for going on and on! (laughs)

船長の亀井さんより、色々なスポットへ連れていっていただきました。昔から海のアクティビティに慣れている方なので皆さん安心して楽しめます。

藻をむしゃむしゃと食事に夢中の亀や、今や珍しい赤珊瑚スポットにも連れてってくれました。もはや亀井さんの庭で遊んでいるような感覚でリラックスできました。途中ウミヘビにも出会え、最高でした。

珊瑚の状態は石垣島よりもよく、健康体で、こちらにも足を伸ばしてよかったと実感。世界中で珊瑚の減少が問題になっていますが、状態は少しずつよくなっているとのこと。環境の汚染は深刻ですので、この環境、動植物もちろん含めてを守るためにも、地元の方の笑顔が失われないよう、ルールに沿って観光させていただきました。

ありがとうございました！

ちなみにセーリング関係にかなり詳しいので質問してみたらいいですね。話止まれなくてすみませんでした　笑

I have been to Okinawa many times, but I had never been to Iriomote Island. It had been about 20 years since I last swam in the ocean, so I was a little anxious, but the lively talk from our guide, Icchi, eased my worries and I had a great time. I was able to see a rare large sea turtle up close, within a distance where I could almost touch it, and I appreciated the beauty of the coral in the ocean. After that, I had an interesting experience floating a bit in a cold waterfall during the mangrove tour. I really want to go back again.

沖縄は何度も行きましたが、西表島には行ったことがありませんでした。
海で泳ぐのは実に20年ぶり位で少しだけ
不安もありましたが、ガイドのイッチーさんの軽快なトークで不安も無くなり楽しめました。
珍しく大きなウミガメも見られて海の珊瑚の良さ、ウミガメも間近で「触れる位の距離」で見られました。
その後、マングローブツアーで冷たい滝で少しだけ浮かべて面白体験でした。
ほんとにまた行きたいと思いました。

I participated in the SUP + Blue Cave Snorkeling Plan, and it turned out to be an incredibly satisfying activity!

■ Before Participation
The day before the tour, I received a phone call from the staff regarding the meeting place and time, which I thought was very kind. This is a good opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

■ Tour Flow
After gathering, we enjoyed the activity in the following order by riding in a microbus:
1) SUP at Kabira Bay
2) Lunch at Kabira Park
3) Moved to a beach near the Blue Cave for snorkeling
- Since we won't return until after snorkeling, I recommend bringing your wallet and phone.
- Since you'll be in a swimsuit the whole time, it's good to have a towel and a cover-up.
- If there's a wait for lunch, I also recommend taking a glass-bottom boat ride.

■ Impressions
The guide actively engaged with us during the ride, making it lively, and took over 100 photos to send us later! Although we couldn't go out to sea for snorkeling due to thunder, we were guided to a spot where we could see clownfish, and we were able to go to a waterfall where we could jump in. Even with bad weather, it’s a satisfying plan!

SUP+青の洞窟シュノーケリングプランに参加しました。
結果的に大満足のアクティビティとなりました！

■参加前
ツアー前日にスタッフの方から集合場所と時間の連絡が電話であり、とても親切だと思いました。
このタイミングで確認したいことがあれば聞いておくことができます。

■ツアーの流れ
集合後、マイクロバスに乗って以下の流れでアクティビティを楽しみました。
1)川平湾でSUP
2)川平公園で昼食
3)青の洞窟近くの浜辺へ移動しシュノーケリング
・出発してからシュノーケリング終了まで戻らないので財布や携帯は持っていくのをオススメします。
・ずっと水着なのでタオルや上から着る服があるといいです。
・お昼の待ち時間がある場合はグラスボートに乗ることもオススメします。

■感想
ガイドさんは移動中の車内でも、積極的にお話をしてくれて盛り上げてくれますし、100枚を超える写真を撮って後で送ってくれます！
シュノーケリングは雷の影響で沖には行けませんでしたが、カクレクマノミが見れる場所まで案内してもらった後、飛び込みができる滝まで行くことができました。
悪天候だとしても満足できるプランです！

The weather was rainy, but the sea was still beautiful! I appreciated that they explained how to use the snorkeling gear from the very beginning, which was helpful for beginners like me!

I always go on snorkeling tours in remote islands like Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, but it's quite rare to see sea turtles... This time, I was really glad to see three cute turtles on my first visit! The staff and the shuttle bus service were warm and very easy to talk to.

For the snorkeling tour group, we mainly waited on the second floor of the boat while moving. Due to the weather, the sea breeze was unexpectedly cold, making it a bit chilly. So, having a towel to cover up (like the changing towels used in elementary school pools) would be quite convenient!

The photos were surprisingly vibrant and beautiful. I will definitely come back.

天候は雨でしたが海の中は変わらず綺麗！シュノーケリング初体験の初心者の方にも1から使い方を説明してくれたので助かりました！

石垣島や宮古島などの離島でもシュノーケルツアーは必ず行きますが中々海ガメはレアで見られず…
今回は初回なのに可愛い亀が3匹見れて本当に良かった！
店員さんや送迎バスの対応も温かく、とても話しやすかったです(^_^)
シュノーケルツアー組は船の2階で主に移動する際は待機する感じでした。天候の関係もありましたが、海風は予想以上に冷たく少し寒い。なので上から被るタオル（小学生のプールで使ったようなお着替えタオル）があると結構便利かと…！

写真もびっくりするくらい鮮やかで綺麗でした。また来ます。

Iriomote Island was more of a jungle than I imagined, to the point where I felt a bit of danger! However, each activity was so much fun that it became a lifelong memory. The tour guide was easy to talk to, and they took photos at various spots, sending them to us as an album via LINE after the tour, so those worried about their phones getting wet can rest easy. I think exploring Iriomote Island on your own can be dangerous, so I definitely recommend joining a tour!

西表島は想像以上にジャングルで身の危険を感じるほどでした！
でも、一つ一つのアクティビティが一生の思い出になるくらい楽しかったです。
添乗員さんも話やすく、また随所で写真を撮って、ツアー終了後にラインでアルバムにして写真を送ってくれるので、携帯電話の水没が心配な方も大丈夫です。
西表島は個人で散策すると、危険だと思うので是非ツアーに参加することをお勧めします！！

I went stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and snorkeling at Panari Island. It was my first experience with SUP, but they explained everything clearly and patiently, which made me feel at ease and enjoy it! I was able to swim at two snorkeling spots and had a great time! The staff were energetic, and I really enjoyed myself! It turned out to be a day that made me want to come back. Thank you for taking so many photos! ✌️

supとパナリ島でシュノーケリングを行いました。supは初めて体験しましたが一から丁寧にわかりやすく説明して下さり安心して楽しむことができました！シュノーケリングも2箇所で泳ぐことができて存分に楽しむことができました！スタッフの方も元気でとても楽しむことができました！また、来たいと思える1日になりました。たくさん写真も撮っていただき、ありがとうございました✌️

I was completely satisfied with the staff, the ocean, and everything. I was touched by the surprise of receiving a birthday present as I was leaving. I definitely want to request this tour again next time!

スタッフさん、海、すべてに大満足でした。
帰り際にバースデープレゼントをいただくといったサプライズもありで感動しました。
次回も是非こちらのツアーでお願いしたいと思います！

During my first trip to Miyako Island, I was looking for activities and found this service, which I decided to join. The day before, I received an email and a phone call with the designated meeting location! On the day of the event, I checked it on Google Maps and was able to get there without getting lost.

The weather was perfect for the event! In the morning, we did stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). The instructor kindly gave us a lecture beforehand. Even beginners can quickly get used to it and have fun. The beautiful sea allows you to clearly see fish swimming and coral. Plus, there are opportunities for photo shoots at various spots!

After the morning session, we moved to a different location for snorkeling in the afternoon! We were able to snorkel in another truly beautiful sea. Even those who can't swim felt safe experiencing it. I encountered sea turtles and pufferfish for the first time and even had underwater photos taken together!

The instructor was always smiling and easy to talk to. They shared all sorts of recommendations for Miyako Island, making my trip enjoyable. At the end, we exchanged LINE contacts, and they sent me the photos they took as an album.

I am truly satisfied with my experience participating in this service. Thank you very much! ☆

初めての宮古島旅行で、アクティビティを探してたところ当サービスを知り、参加することになりました。
前日になると、メール/電話で、指定された開催場所を教えていただきました！当日Googleマップで調べて、迷うことなく向かうことができました。
当日は天候に恵まれての開催！
いよいよ、午前中にSUP。事前にインストラクターの方に優しくレクチャーいただきました。初めての方でもすぐに慣れて楽しむことができます。綺麗な海なので、魚が泳いでるところや珊瑚などが鮮明に見ることができます。また、ところどころで写真撮影いただけます！
午前中が終了し、午後はシュノーケリング！
午前中とは別の場所に移動し、こちらも本当に綺麗な海でシュノーケリングをすることができました。泳げない人でも安心して体験することができました。初めて海ガメやフグにも遭遇することができ、一緒に水中撮影いただきました！
インストラクターの方は終始ニコニコしていて、話しやすい方でした。宮古島のおすすめ情報も全て教えてくれるので楽しく旅行をすることができました。
最後にLINE交換して、撮影してくださった写真をアルバムとして送っていただけます。
当サービスに参加して本当に大満足です。ありがとうございました☆

The staff were very kind, and it was a fun day. The ocean was beautiful, and I encountered dolphins and saw sea turtles, which was amazing.

スタッフの方達も大変親切で楽しい1日でした。
とにかく海が綺麗、イルカとも遭遇し海亀にも会えて最高です。

We gathered at noon, and the first activity was stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It was a windy day, so we stayed close to the shore for safety, but it was very relaxing to not only paddle while standing on the board but also to lie down and gaze at the sky. The instructor took some photos for us, and we got to hear stories about Miyako Island, making it a truly relaxing few hours.

After that, the snorkeling was fantastic. Despite the weather not being great, there were plenty of sea turtles, and it felt like we discovered one every time we swam a little! We saw about 6 to 7 turtles, swimming just 30 cm away from them, and it was amazing to watch them eat seaweed while swimming slowly. Seeing a turtle take a breath up close was especially adorable. Additionally, we swam right above the coral reef and saw various colorful fish, and the rain didn't affect our experience at all. The instructor was very friendly and taught us a lot, making it a really enjoyable few hours.

Overall, I’m really glad I participated in this tour.

昼一からの集合で、最初にSUPでした。風が強い日だったので、危険も考慮し陸に近いところでのSUPでしたが、ボードの上に立って漕ぐだけでなく、寝転んでゆったりと空を見ながらぼーっとする時間もありとてもリラックスできた。インストラクターの方に写真も撮ってもらったり、宮古島の話も聞けたりで、本当にリラックできた数時間で最高です。

その後のシュノーケリングも、天気がよくなかったにも関わらずウミガメがたくさんいて、ちょっと泳げば発見！という感じで6〜7匹見れました。もう30cmの距離で一緒に泳いだり、海藻を食べてるところをゆっくり泳ぎながら見れたり最高でした。特に、ウミガメが息継ぎする瞬間を間近で見れたのはとても可愛かった。その他にも、珊瑚礁の真上を泳いで色々な色の魚を見れたりと雨降っていても全く関係無かったです。インストラクターの方もとても気さくで色々と教えてくれてとても楽しい数時間でした。

総じて、このツアーは参加して本当に良かった。

In the morning, I experienced snorkeling, and in the afternoon, I tried stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)! I was very satisfied with the morning snorkeling as I got to swim with sea turtles and see various fish! The afternoon SUP was a bit difficult at first, but as I got used to it little by little, I started to enjoy it＾＾ The instructors changed between snorkeling and SUP, but both were very kind and taught us well, making it a fun experience throughout! They also took a lot of photos, which made for wonderful memories♪

午前中にシュノーケリング、午後にＳＵＰを体験しました！
午前のシュノーケリングではウミガメと泳げたり、魚を見れたりできたのでとても満足でした！
午後のSUPは最初難しかったですが、少しずつ慣れてくると楽しめるようになりました＾＾
シュノーケリングとSUPではインストラクターの方が変わりましたが、お二人とも優しく教えてくださり、終始たのしかったです！
また、たくさん写真を撮ってくださるのでとても良い思い出になりました♪

【From Application to the Day of the Tour】
I chose this plan without hesitation because there was no other option that combined SUP and snorkeling at the Blue Cave in Kabira Bay. I participated with my husband and our first-year middle school son.
The reservation was confirmed at the time of application, and the fact that there were no cancellation fees until the day before provided peace of mind. They kindly answered my questions during the phone call about the pickup location and time the day before the tour.

【On the Day of Participation】
We were picked up on time (8:45 AM) at the ANA InterContinental where we were staying. After that, we picked up two other groups in the city and headed to Kabira Bay. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared recommendations for shops in the city as well as information about the island's plants and animals, making the car ride very enjoyable and relaxed.

After arriving at Kabira Bay (further into the bay from where the glass-bottom boats depart), we listened to the SUP instructions on land and then headed straight to the sea. During the approximately one hour, we had time for photos at scenic spots and thoroughly enjoyed SUP. Even as a beginner, the stable board allowed me to stand up quickly.

After finishing SUP, we moved by car to the area where the glass-bottom boats depart for lunch and a stroll (about 2 hours). We had lunch at Kabira Shokudo and enjoyed a leisurely time walking on the sandy beach and savoring Blue Seal ice cream. (Since there are no other restrooms during the tour, I recommend using the clean restroom next to the parking lot.)

We then moved to the beach near the Blue Cave (about a 15-minute drive), listened to the snorkeling instructions, and headed to the Blue Cave. Depending on the time, the light coming in may vary, and on this day, it didn't feel as blue, but the cave was mystical with fossils and crystals. After that, we had a snorkeling time a bit further offshore, enjoying beautiful corals and tropical fish for about 30 minutes.
Afterward, we returned to the hotel (the order for the day was ANA InterContinental → city). We arrived around 3:30 PM. I was satisfied with both the content and the duration.

They took a lot of photos for us and sent the data on the same day, creating wonderful memories.

You will be in your swimsuit from pickup until you return. It would be good to have easy-to-wear clothes over your swimsuit for lunchtime and during transfers (men can wear T-shirts, and women can wear quick-drying dresses or rash guards with shorts). While they take photos for you, bringing a waterproof case for your smartphone allows you to capture videos, making it even more fun.

【申し込みから当日まで】
川平湾でSUPと青の洞窟シュノーケリングの二つが叶うプランは他になかったので迷わずこのプランを申し込みました。中学一年男子と夫婦の3人での参加です。
申し込みと同時に予約確定し、前日までキャンセル料がかからないことも安心材料になりました。
ツアー前日のピックアップ場所と時間のお電話では質問に丁寧に答えてくれました。

【参加当日】
宿泊のANAインターコンチネンタルにて時間通り（8時45分）にピックアップ。その後、市内で2組をピックアップして川平湾へ。担当のガイドさんは知識豊富で道中市街地のオススメのお店や、島の植物や動物についてお話ししてくれ、とても楽しく車内はとても和やかになりました。

川平湾（グラスボートが発着している場所より湾の奥の方）到着後、SUPの説明を陸上で聞き、早速海へ。約1時間の間に写真映えスポットでの撮影タイムとSUPを十分に楽しめました。初めてでも安定感のあるボードなのですぐに立ち上がることができます。

SUP終了後、グラスボートが発着しているエリアに車で移動し昼食と散策タイム（約2時間ほど）川平食堂で昼食をとり、砂浜を散策したりブルシールズのアイスを楽しんだりとゆっくりできました。（ツアー中お手洗いはここしかないので駐車場横の綺麗なお手洗いを利用することをオススメします）

青の洞窟近くの浜辺へ移動（車で15分ほど）シュノーケリングの説明を聞き、青の洞窟へ。時間によっての光の差し込み具合か、この日はそこまで青いとは感じませんでしたが、洞窟には化石や水晶があったり神秘的でした。その後、もう少し沖の方へシュノーケリングタイム。30分ほど美しい珊瑚や熱帯魚を堪能できました。
終了後ホテルへ（この日の順番はANAインターコンチネンタル→市内でした）
到着は15時半頃でした。内容も時間も満足でした。

写真をたくさん撮っていただき、データも当日送っていただき、いい思い出になりました。

ピックアップの時から帰るまでずっと水着を着たままで移動します。昼食時や移動時に脱ぎ着しやすい上から着る服があるといいです（男性はTシャツ、女性は速乾性のあるワンピースやラッシュガードと短パンなど）写真は撮ってもらえますが、スマホ防水ケースを持っていくと動画も撮れるので楽しいです。