All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

At Sefa Utaki, I was delighted to see rare spiders (which are said to resemble shisa) and butterflies. I also felt a surge of energy. Previously, when I visited Okinawa World, I learned about the Gangala Valley and wanted to go there, so I joined a tour this time. I thought it might be difficult to walk, but the paths were paved, making it easy and comfortable. It was also a meaningful opportunity to reflect on ancient Japanese people, such as the artifacts from the Minatogawa people.

斎場御嶽では、珍しいクモ（シーサーに似ているとのこと）や蝶も見かける事が出来、嬉しい気持ちになりました。パワーももらいました。以前、おきなわワールドに行った際に、ガンガラーの谷があるのを知り、行ってみたくて、今回、ツアーに参加しました。歩きにくいかと思っていましたが、舗装がされており、歩きやすく、快適でした。港川人の遺跡など、古代日本人に関しても、考える機会になり、とても有意義でした。

I highly recommend participating in this when you visit Taketomi Island! Riding a water buffalo to tour the streets lined with red-tiled roofs and white sand, typical of Okinawa, is the best experience. The guide had a shamisen and sang for us, which was another great highlight! The tour lasts about 30 minutes, so I think you can spend the remaining time exploring the beach or cycling around the island!

竹富島に訪れたら1度は参加オススメします！赤瓦のいえ、白い砂が一面に広がる沖縄らしい街並みを水牛に乗って観光するのは最高です。
ガイドさんが三味線を持っており、歌ってくれました。それも加えてよかったポイントですね！
30分ほどでツアーは終わるので、余った時間は、砂浜や自転車で島観光してもいいと思います！

I received a message to gather in front of Makishi Station at 7:40, so I started waiting around 7:25. At around 7:30, I received a confirmation call and informed them that I was waiting in front of Makishi Station. When it was past 7:40 and they still hadn't arrived, I started to worry. Then, around 8:00, I received another call saying they were now waiting in front of the Prefectural Office and would come to pick me up. After a while, I got another call asking me to come to the Prefectural Office instead of them picking me up.

I was following the instructions and waiting at Makishi Station, so I wondered why I had to go to the Prefectural Office now. However, considering there were other participants waiting, I headed to the Prefectural Office. I felt very sorry for causing a lot of trouble to the other participants despite waiting as instructed. The bus guide apologized for the lack of communication, but since the guide wasn't responsible, I couldn't say much. In the end, the company running the tour provided no explanation or apology, making it a day that left me feeling quite unsettled.

7：40牧志駅前集合という連絡を受けていたので7：25ぐらいから待っていた。
7：30頃確認の電話があり牧志駅まえで待っていること伝える。
7：40に過ぎても来ないので心配していると8時前頃に再度電話がありいま県庁前で待っているこれから迎えに行くとの連絡あり。またしばらくすると電話ありこちらが迎えに行くのではなく県庁前まで来てくださいと言われた。
こちらは指示どうり牧志駅で待っているのにまぜ私が県庁前まで今から行かなければならないのかと思ったが他の参加者おり待っていることだろうと県庁前まで向かった。
私は連絡してもらった指示どうりに待っていたのにそれにより同じツアー参加者に大変迷惑をかけ申し訳ない気持ちがいっぱいであった。
バスのガイドからは連絡の不徹底で申し訳ないとのお詫びをもらったがガイドに責任があるわけでもないのでなんとも言えなかった。
ツアーを運営している会社からは結局何の説明、お詫びもなく1日中気分のすぐれない日であった。

It was great; I went early in the morning and stayed until around noon. Coincidentally, the guide had the same name as me (though the kanji was different).

良かったです、朝早くから行きお昼頃まででそして、奇遇にも、ガイドさんが、同じ名前だつた、(漢字は違うけど)。
　

Kouri Island is beautiful. There were a few waves, but I enjoyed exploring the Churaumi Aquarium until just before closing time. It was great. At Manza Beach, it usually seems to be crowded, but it was surprisingly less busy this time, so I was able to see it quickly.

古宇利島は、キレイ　少し波はあったけど　美ら海水館は、時間ギリギリまで、開園の中を見ました、良かったです。万座毛は、いつもは、たくさん人がいるみたいで、珍しく人が少なかったので、早く見れました。　

I was able to see a coconut crab up close for the first time. The weather was nice, and I was able to see many stars as well. The staff were friendly, and it was an enjoyable tour.

ヤシガニを初めて近くで見ることができました。天気もよく、たくさんの星も観ることができました。スタッフの方も親切で楽しいツアーでした。

I used this service before heading to the airport on my return home. It's a great tour that allows for sightseeing and drops you off at the airport. The guide played the sanshin and sang on the bus. It's a very good tour.

帰宅日、空港行く前に利用しました。
観光もできて空港で下車できていうことないツアーです。バスの中でガイドさんが三線を弾いて歌ってくれました。とてもよいツアーです。

I was disappointed to find out that I couldn't enter Saijo-otake due to the impact of the typhoon after arriving. It might be unavoidable, but they did adjust the tour time for Saijo-otake flexibly. At the Gangala Valley, the guide provided thorough explanations, which was very good. During the transfer, the bus guide also shared various information about Okinawa, which I enjoyed.

斎場御嶽に着いてから台風の影響で入れないことが分かり残念でした。仕方ないことかもしれませんが。ただ、斎場御嶽のツアー時間を短くするなど臨機応変に対応はして下さいました。
ガンガラーの谷ではガイドさんが丁寧に説明して下さり、とても良かったです。
移動の最中はバスガイドさんが色々沖縄のことについて説明してくれたためそれも楽しめました。

I was looking for snorkeling in Barasu Island and chose this tour because it had very high reviews. The weather on the day was a bit iffy, but the underwater scenery was beautiful, and I saw a lot of fish. I have participated in other snorkeling tours before, but this one was different as we didn't disperse at the points; instead, we searched for fish together, and the guide provided proper assistance, which made me feel safe while swimming.

Additionally, I actually didn't have high expectations for the SUP experience in the mangroves of Iriomote Island, but it turned out to be very enjoyable. It was my first time, but they taught me carefully, so I felt secure doing it. I also got to take many beautiful photos, which made me very satisfied.

This is a fulfilling plan that allows you to enjoy two types of activities in one day, so I highly recommend it.

バラス島でシュノーケリングがしたく探していたら、こちらのツアーの口コミ評価がとても高かったので、選ばせていただきました。
当日は天気が微妙でしたが、海の中はとても綺麗でたくさんのお魚が観れました。
今まで何度か他のシュノーケリングのツアーに参加しましたが、ポイントで自由解散ではなく、一緒に魚を探したりきちんとガイドしてくださったので安心して泳げました。
そして実はあまり期待していなかった西表島マングローブのSUP体験がとても楽しかったです。初めてでしたが丁寧に教えてもらえるのでこちらも安心してできました。綺麗な写真もたくさん撮っていただけて大満足です。
1日で2種類のアクティビティが楽しめる充実プランなので本当におススメです。

I wanted to see the starry sky of Miyako Island from the best spot and capture it in photos, so I signed up for the tour.

On the day of the reservation, it was pouring rain, and I was disappointed when it got canceled. However, the next day, they smoothly rescheduled it, and I was able to participate without any issues.

The starry sky I actually saw was a view I will never forget for the rest of my life. Additionally, the photos turned out really beautifully. Among the various tours I researched, I chose this one because I thought the photo quality was high, and it lived up to my expectations. It's a precious treasure.

The meeting place was in a completely dark area without streetlights, and I got lost. Fortunately, the person in charge happened to call out to me while I was wandering, which I really appreciated. I would definitely like to participate again.

宮古島の星空をベストな場所で観たかったのと写真に残したかったので申し込みました。

申込み当日は大雨で中止になりがっかりしていたところ、次の日はスムーズに振替えていただき無事に参加できました。

実際に観た星空は今後一生忘れることのできない景色でした。
また、写真も本当に素敵に撮っていただきました。様々なツアーを調べた中で写真のクオリティが高いと思ったので選んだのですが、思った通りでした。大切な宝物です。

集合場所が街灯のない真っ暗な所で道に迷ってしまったのですが、迷っていた所担当の方が偶然にも声を掛けて下さりありがたかったです。
ぜひまた参加させていただきます。

In the morning, I thoroughly enjoyed nature in the mangroves! The guide shared various stories, allowing us to savor a leisurely time. In the afternoon, we went snorkeling at Baras Island! I even encountered sea turtles, making it a truly satisfying day! I would love to use this service again when I come back!

午前中はマングローブで森のなかの自然を大満喫！ガイドさんがいろんなお話をしてくれながら、ゆっくりな時間を満喫できます。
午後からはバラス島でシュノーケリング！ウミガメにも出会えて、本当に大満足な１日でした！またきたさいにはご利用したいと思います！

First, we paddled through the jungle on stand-up paddleboards (SUP). It was my first experience, but anyone can easily ride! We arrived at the waterfall basin and took photos! They took so many pictures for us, so I felt at ease without bringing anything.

For lunch, we each had loco moco and taco rice at a nearby café! The café had a great atmosphere, and the food was very delicious.

After a short break, we went snorkeling in the afternoon! I was thrilled by the blue sky and the pure white coral island.

I thoroughly enjoyed the nature of Iriomote Island, and it was a very satisfying day!

まず！ジャングルの中をSUPで進んでゆきます。
初体験でしたが、誰でも簡単に乗れました！
滝つぼに到着し、写真撮影！沢山お写真を撮って下さるので、何も持参せず安心でした。

お昼は各自近くのカフェでロコモコやタコライスを食べました！
カフェは雰囲気もよく、お食事もとても美味しかったです。

少し休憩した後、午後はシュノーケリング！
青いお空と真っ白なサンゴの島に感激でした。

西表島の自然を満喫でき、大満足の1日でした！

I was told that the weather was bad and that we might not be able to take photos, but I waited until we could take them together, and I was able to get some really great pictures. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much!

天候が悪く撮れないかもと
言われていたんですが
一緒に撮れるようになるまで
待って頂きとてもいい写真を
取って頂くことが出来ました。
すごくいい思い出になりました。
ありがとうございました！

This was my first time participating in this kind of bus tour, and I had a great time learning various things thanks to the bus guide's extensive knowledge. I got to see the professionalism in their work. Thank you very much.

この手のバスツアーへの参加は初めてでしたが、バスガイドさんの豊富な知識で様々な事を知れて大変楽しめました。プロの仕事ぶりを見せて頂きました。有難うございました。

The Eisa performance at Okinawa World was very powerful and provided a fun time. The limestone cave was quite large and impressive.

Also, since it had just rained, the Sefa Utaki was very slippery, and I walked down the slope quite slowly. They do lend you shoes, but I think it's important to wear shoes that are less slippery.

The guide in the car provided a lot of explanations, and I was really glad to learn things that I wouldn't have known if I had gone on my own.

おきなわワールドのエイサーはとても迫力もあり、楽しい時間でした。鍾乳洞はとても大きく見応えのあるものでした。
また斎場御嶽は雨上がりだったため、とても滑りやすく、帰りの坂はかなりゆっくり歩いてきました。くつも貸してくれますが、しっかり滑りにくい靴をはいて行くのが大切だと思います。
車中ガイドさんがたくさん説明をしてくれて、個人で行くとなかなかわからないことまで知ることができ本当に良かったと思います。

First, there was a mix-up with the meeting place, and we were made to wait longer than scheduled. I naturally thought we would tour Pineapple Park in the pineapple-shaped car shown in the pictures, but due to congestion, despite arriving earlier than planned, we ended up just walking around, which was disappointing.

We spent three hours at the aquarium, watched the dolphin show, and didn't have time to visit other botanical gardens. We saw whale sharks at the aquarium, and since it was Saturday, the souvenir shop was crowded. The bus stop at the meeting place was quite far, so in the end, we didn't have time to buy anything.

Considering the transportation costs, the admission fee is cheap, so I understand that. However, I wish they had reduced the time for lunch at the facility we stopped at (the small sandwiches were not good) and allowed us to eat our bento on the bus instead, so we could have more time at the aquarium.

まず集合場所の取違いがあり、予定時間より待たされました。
パイナップルパークは当然、看板写真にあるパイナップルの車？で巡ると思っていたら、混雑との事で、予定より早めに着いたにもかかわらず、まさかの歩いて回るだけでガッカリ。
水族園で三時間、イルカショーをみて、他の植物園などまわる時間はなく、水族園でジンベイザメなどをみて、土曜日だったこともあり最後お土産やさんも並んでて、集合場所のバス乗り場まで距離があるため、結局買う時間なかったです。
交通費を思えば入場料付きで安いので仕方ないとはいえ、途中で寄った施設でのランチ(小さなサンドイッチ不味いです)の時間を削って、バス内でお弁当を食べるなどにして、水族園の時間を増やしてほしいと思いました。

The place where I had lunch was old, and it had a souvenir shop attached to the cafeteria, but there was a hall with a lot of butterflies, which was uncomfortable. I wouldn't recommend that place. Everything else was good. It was easy to travel by bus, I could enjoy the scenery, and the prices were reasonable.

お昼を食べた場所は古く、食堂にお土産屋さんがついてる所だったのですが、そこに蝶がたくさんいる館があったのですが、気持ち悪かったです。あそこはないな～×。そこ以外は良かったです。バスで楽だし、景色も見られるし、値段もお手頃でした。

We participated with my 5-year-old and 3-year-old daughters, along with their grandparents, making it a three-generation experience. Perhaps because we had small children, we were allowed to be in a group just for our family. They were incredibly kind and accommodating, never showing any displeasure even when the kids were noisy or fussy, and they adjusted the pace to suit us. We all had a wonderful time together!

SUP was enjoyable, as we could stand and sit even with the kids! During snorkeling, I couldn't swim, but they pulled me along on a rescue board, which made me feel safe. I was so happy to see baby turtles! I would love to participate again when I come back to the Yaeyama Islands!

5歳・3歳の娘と、祖父・祖母と、3世代で参加させていただきました。
小さい子供がいたからか、家族だけで1グループとしていただき、子供が騒いだり、グズっていても嫌な顔１つもせず、進むスピードも合わせて下さり、とても親切丁寧に対応してくださいました。
家族みんなでとっても楽しい時間を過ごせました！
SUPは子供連れでも立ったり座ったり、楽しかったです！
シュノーケリングでは、泳げない私のためにレスキューボードでずっと引っ張ってくれたので、安心できました。カメの子供に会えて、とっても嬉しかったです！
また八重山諸島へ来たときは、参加したいです！

I was a bit anxious since it was my first experience with SUP, but the instruction was very kind and thorough, and I had a lot of fun. I did fall a little (quite dramatically), but the waterfall was great too.

SUPは、初めての経験で不安だったけれども、とても親切に丁寧に教えていただいて、とても楽しかったです。ちょっと落ちたけれども(豪快に)
滝も良かったです。

I had a great time with my grandchild on the SUP! I couldn't stand up, but I was able to kneel (^^).

SUPで孫を前に乗せて、楽しくできました！
立つことはできなかったけれども、膝立ちはできました(^^)

I was able to see beautiful coral reefs that I had only seen on TV while snorkeling! Luckily, I also got to see a sea turtle, which made for the best memories.

シュノーケリングでは、テレビでしか見たことがないような綺麗なサンゴ礁が見れました！
運良くウミガメも見ることができ、最高の思い出になりました。

I booked a round-trip ticket plus a water buffalo cart plan. It's more economical than purchasing them separately! After riding the water buffalo cart, there was free time, and the return time was just right.

往復乗車券＋水牛車のプランを申し込みました。別々に購入するよりお得です！
水牛車に乗った後は自由時間があり、帰りの時間もちょうど良かったです。

This time, I went canoeing and to Baras Island in the morning, and explored a cave in the afternoon. The guide introduced us to many best spots and took a lot of photos for us! By the way, the food (vegetable soba) next to the office was surprisingly delicious, so definitely try it. Haha!

今回は午前中にカヌー&バラス島、午後に鍾乳洞探索に行ってきました。
ガイドの方にたくさんベストスポットを紹介頂き、写真もたくさん取って頂きました！！
ちなみに事務所の隣のご飯(野菜そば)が、地味に美味しかったので、ぜひ。笑

We were just lucky with the weather and were able to enjoy all the tours! The guide provided various topics to discuss, making the tour enjoyable. We also took a lot of photos, creating great memories.

ギリギリ天気に恵まれすべてのツアーを楽しむことができました！
ガイドさんもいろんな話題を提供してくれツアー中楽しめました。写真もいっぱい撮ってくれていい思い出ができました。

I had a very meaningful time experiencing things I had never done before in one day, such as visiting a limestone cave, Balas Island, canoeing in the mangroves, and trekking! It was so much fun! Thank you very much.

鍾乳洞、バラス島、マングローブでのカヌー、トレッキングと今まで体験したことなかったことを1日で体験でき非常に有意義な時間を過ごせました！とても楽しかったです！ありがとうございました。

It was so dark that I was anxious about whether I could reach the shooting location, but it turned into such an amazing memory that it blew all that worry away! Even someone like me, an amateur, couldn't capture such beautiful shots; it really made me realize how different professionals are.

They will send you the shooting data via LINE or email. They also shared recommended spots and hidden gems in Miyako Island, which was very helpful for travelers!

暗すぎて撮影場所までたどり着けるかヒヤヒヤしましたが、そんなの吹き飛ばしてしまうくらい最高な思い出になりました！私のような素人が撮ってもあんな綺麗に写らないもんなぁ、やっぱプロはちがうなぁって実感。

撮影データはLINEかメールで受け渡してくれます。宮古島のオススメスポットや穴場スポットを教えてくれて旅行者にとってはとてもありがたかったです！

The guide was very polite and it was really great! The coral from Balas Island is a memorable souvenir! It was a day of complete satisfaction!

ガイドさんも丁寧ですごくよかったです！
バラス島のサンゴは思い出のおみやげです！大満足の一日でした！

We participated as a family of four (two adults, a 3-year-old, and an 8-month-old). Due to weather conditions, we changed our schedule to one day earlier at the last minute, but they handled everything, including transportation to the hotel, very well.

It was our first time exploring the remote islands, and we truly enjoyed the mangroves of Iriomote Island, the water buffalo on Yubu Island, and the sightseeing spots on Taketomi Island while cycling.

Our 3-year-old especially loved the water buffalo on Yubu Island, enjoying the experience of holding the reins, feeding them, and touching them (for a fee of 500 yen). Additionally, even though it was a full day plan starting early in the morning, our 8-month-old managed just fine.

If given the opportunity, I would love to use this service with my family again.

家族4人（夫婦＋3歳＋0歳8ヶ月）で参加しました。
天候の関係で直前に1日前倒しの日程に変更してもらいましたが、ホテルまでの送迎も含めてしっかりと対応をいただきました。

はじめての離島巡りでしたが、西表島のマングローブや由布島の水牛、竹富島のレンタサイクルでの観光スポット巡りなど本当に楽しめました。

特に3歳の子供は由布島での水牛が気に入ったらしく、水牛の手綱を引いたり、餌をあげたり、タッチをしたりするふれあい体験が楽しかったそうです。（有料500円）
また、朝早くからの1日がかりのプランでしたが、0歳8ヶ月の子供も問題なく乗り切れました
♩

機会があればまた家族で利用したいと思います。

I was able to visit popular spots like the Churaumi Aquarium in just one day, and I was very satisfied. My top recommendation is the bus guide. Not only does she provide information about the tourist attractions, but she also shares various stories about Okinawa's past and present. She is great at storytelling and singing, and her pleasant demeanor made it the best memory of my trip.

美ら海水族館などの人気のスポットを、1日でまわることが出来て、大満足です。
一番のおススメは、バスガイドさんです。観光地の案内だけでなく、沖縄の今、昔のいろいろなお話をしてくれます。お話も歌も上手で感じも良くて、旅の一番の思い出になりました。

In the Valley of Gangala, you walk through nature and hear explanations about how ancient locals lived in that area. It was a very interesting story, and I had a great time spending half a day there.

ガンガラーの谷は自然の中を歩いて大昔の現地の人が、その場所で生活していた状況などの説明を聞きます。とても興味深い話で楽しく半日過ごせました。