All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I think this price is cheap for a round trip ferry from Ishigaki Port to Taketomi Island and a water buffalo cart ride! I was able to fully enjoy Taketomi Island by riding the water buffalo and renting a bicycle! The water buffalo was so cute!

水牛車と、石垣港から竹富島までの往復フェリーでこの価格は安いと思います！
水牛車に乗ったり、レンタサイクルをしたり、竹富島を満喫できました！
水牛が可愛いかったです！

I participated in a tour that included mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), exploring a limestone cave, and landing on Balas Island.
The other guests were also first-timers at SUP, but they were able to stand up, so it might be okay even if you don't have much time for exercise (^｡^).
The limestone cave trek was also a serious adventure and fantastic!
It was a full day packed with activities!

マングローブSUPと鍾乳洞の探検、バラス島の上陸のツアーに参加しました。
私以外のお客さんもSUPは初めてでも立てていたので、運動に時間がなくても大丈夫かもです(^｡^)
鍾乳洞も本格的なトレッキングで最高！
1日盛りだくさんのツアーできた！

Since I have difficulty walking, I was able to go at a slow pace. Participating was definitely the right choice. I was able to enjoy creatures and nature that I can't see living in the city.

足が悪いので、ゆっくりとしたペースでやっていただきました。参加して大正解。
都会に住んでいると見ることのできない生き物や自然を楽しむことができました。

Thank you for taking care of us during the daytime at Pipi! It was great to see the creatures and stars while we were on Ishigaki Island. Please take us on various tours when we come again!

お昼間もピピさんでお世話になりました！
移動中の石垣島のお話ももちろん、生き物や星が見れてよかったです。
また来た時はいろんなツアーに連れて行ってください！

It was the off-season, so there weren't many people, and the guide was very attentive. Thank you, Obara!

オフシーズンだったので、あまり人が多くなく、ガイドさんもつきっきりでやっていただきました。小原さんありがとう！

My husband, our two children, and I participated in a tour. Our main goal was to visit the aquarium, so we looked for a tour that would allow us to leave late and return early.

The aquarium was larger than I expected, and I wanted to see other facilities as well, but it felt like there wasn't enough time. However, for me, who was focused on seeing the whale sharks, it was great to be able to watch them at a leisurely pace. At Kouri Island, I recommend bringing a change of clothes. My kids, one in elementary school and the other in preschool, ran straight into the beautiful sea and ended up soaking their pants (laughs).

Also, the guide introduced us to various Okinawan songs and dialects, which was fun. Although it wasn't us, I appreciated how the guide quickly made phone calls and changes for those who were stuck in traffic on the way back and were worried about missing their dinner reservations.

Next time, I definitely want to join a different tour! ♪

主人と私、子ども二人で参加。水族館に行くのが目的で、遅く出発して早めに帰ってこれるツアーをさがして申込ました。
水族館は、思ったよりも広く水族館の他の施設も見たかったけど、時間がたりない感じでした。でも、ジンベイザメを目的にしていた私にとっては、ゆっくりジンベイザメを見れてよかったです。古宇利では、着替えをもっていくことをお勧めします。うちの子は小学生と年中ですが、きれいな海に一目散に走っていってパンツまで濡れてしまいました(笑)
あと、ガイドさんが沖縄の唄や方言をいろいろ紹介してくれて楽しかったです。
私たちではなかったですが、帰りが事故渋滞で夕食の予約に間に合わない人の為に、すばやく電話や変更などをしていた姿がよかったです。
次回は、また違うツアーに是非参加したいです♪

It was nice to hear the sanshin. The bus from Taketomi Island to the base took a while to depart, and it seemed we were waiting for another boat 15 minutes later, so it was a bit cramped.

三線も聞けてよかった。
竹富島からベースへ行くバスがなかなか出発せず、１５分後の別の船を待っての出発らしく、詰め込み感は否めないが。

The weather had been bad the day before, and I was worried whether the tour would take place, but it went ahead without any issues, and I was able to experience a wonderful day filled with mangroves, a water buffalo cart ride, and cycling.

I thought the tour might be hectic due to the relatively packed schedule, but it was quite the opposite. During the water buffalo cart ride and cycling, I was able to enjoy the slow pace of the island, which made for a happy time.

Also, thank you for accommodating the sudden addition of participants on the day. I really appreciated it.

前日から天気も悪く、当日もツアーが開催されるのか不安でしたが、無事開催されて、マングローブ・水牛車・サイクリングと充実した素晴らしい１日が体験できました。

ツアーの内容が比較的多く、せわしない１日なのかなと思ったのですが特にそんなことはなく、その思いとは反対に水牛車とサイクリングでは、島のゆっくりした時間を過ごすことができて、幸せな時間でした。

また、当日の急な参加者追加にも快く対応頂きありがとうございました。とてもありがたかったです。

Okinawa might be best explored by rental car. However, I made a reservation for my parents who were hesitant about driving in an unfamiliar place. Our accommodation was in Naha City, but they found it appealing that they could visit all the places they wanted in one day. They were worried that their time at the aquarium would be short, but that wasn't the case; they were able to relax and enjoy watching the fish. They were also happy that the entrance fee and meals were included, which helped keep additional expenses down. This option might be perfect for those who want to be active but feel physically uncertain about doing it on their own.

沖縄はレンタカーで周るのがいいかもしれません。
ただ、慣れないところを運転するのは嫌だという両親のために予約しました。
宿泊が那覇市内でしたが、１日で行きたいところを周れるのが魅力だったとのこと。水族館での時間が短いかと心配していましたが、そんなことはなく、のんびり魚をみることができて癒されたそうです。入場料や食事も込みで、追加の出費も抑えられたと喜んでいました。アクティブに動きたいけど、自分たちだけでは体力的に不安な方にはぴったりなのかもしれません。

This was my second time on the three-island tour. Since my companion was a first-timer, we signed up during the rainy season, but the weather was nice, and we had a great experience.

However, I have one regret.

I wish I had checked the tide schedule before booking the tour... I wanted to see the Sakishima Suo no Ki again.

２度目の３島巡りでした。同行者が初めてだったので申し込み梅雨の時期でしたがお天気も良く楽しく体験できました。

ただひとつ後悔

行く前に潮の満ち引きを調べてツアーを申し込めばよかった‥
最後のサキシマスオウノキをまた見たかったです。

I was glad that I could change my reservation when the forecast predicted rain on the scheduled day! The road to the shooting location was quite dark, so it's best to drive carefully, but when I looked up at the sky, the stars were truly beautiful, and the finished photos turned out amazing! It was really great.

予約していた日が雨の予報だったので、日程を変更できるか電話してみたらしていただけてよかったです！撮影場所までも真っ暗な道で運転には気をつけた方がいいですが、空をみると本当に星が綺麗で、出来上がりの写真は本当にすごかったです！
とてもよかったです。

At the Valley of Gangala, it was a walk in the humid heat, which made me feel uncomfortable. Was the explanation just following the manual? They provided detailed explanations, but my questions went unanswered. Since there are various types of tourists, it must be difficult to satisfy all customers. However, personally, I don't want to participate in such a tour again. The Sefa Utaki and the valley were good, though.

ガンガラーの谷では、蒸し暑い中での散策でしたので 私自身も不快な気分でした。 マニュアル通りの説明なのか？ 細々した所まで、説明してましたけど 私の、質問には答えて貰え無いままでした。 色々な観光客が要るのですから、全ての客に満足して貰うのは 難しいでしょうね。
しかし、私個人は もう こんなツアーには参加したく無いです。 斎場御獄、谷は、良かったです。

I was able to efficiently visit many places, and the duration of the stay was just right. I think this price is a great deal, including the admission and transportation fees.

効率良くたくさんの場所を巡れ、滞在時間も丁度良かったです。
見学料金、乗車料金含めてこの料金はお得だと思います。

I was expecting the famous guide, but due to scheduling, we had a female guide instead. It's understandable that she had a day off, and the female guide was very pleasant, so I have no complaints. For beginners in travel, a sightseeing bus tour that efficiently takes you to the attractions is very helpful as an introduction. However, due to time constraints, lunch was served quite early (at 11:30), and I ended up leaving some of the food uneaten. When I asked the staff to reduce the portion because I have a small appetite, they said not to worry about leaving food if there was too much. It feels uncomfortable to waste food, so I wished they could have reduced it. After lunch, it started pouring rain, and at the last stop, Tamatorizaki, we couldn't go up to the observation deck, which was disappointing. On the way back, they also drop you off at the airport, which I think is convenient for those who want to make the most of the morning and head straight home.

名物おじさんのガイドを期待していましたが、シフトの関係で女性のガイドさんでした。お休みの日があるのは仕方のないことですし、女性ガイドさんもとても感じのいい方でしたので、不満はありません。旅行初心者にとって、要領よく名所を回って下さる観光バスツアーは、入門編としてとてもありがたいと思います。時間配分の関係上、お昼ご飯の時間が早く（11：30）、せっかくのお料理を残すことになってしまいました。箸をつける前にお店の方に「食が細いのでご飯を減らしてください」とお願いしたところ、多かったら気にせず残してくださいとのことでした。食べ物を残すのは心苦しいので、ご面倒でも減らしてほしいと感じました。昼食後に土砂降りになり、最後に立ち寄った玉取崎では展望台に上がれず、残念でした。帰りには空港にも寄って下さるので、午前中を有効活用してそのまま帰路につく方にも便利だと思います。

I applied because I wanted to go to Kabira Bay. The guide shared various stories about the explanations and history of different places, and it was enjoyable.

川平湾に行きたくてお申し込みしました。
各所の説明や歴史など、様々なお話をガイドさんがして下さり楽しかったです。

I was a bit anxious as we walked down the completely dark path to the meeting point, but the starry sky was truly beautiful. They also showed us the photos on the spot, which made me feel at ease while taking pictures. The staff were very friendly and easy to talk to, and they recommended sightseeing spots during the waiting time, making it a fulfilling experience.

集合場所に向かうまでは真っ暗な道をひたすら進むので不安でしたが、本当に綺麗な星空でした。写真もその場でデータを見せてくれるので安心しながら撮影できました。またスタッフの方々とても話しやすく親切で待ち時間に観光のオススメスポットも教えてくださり、充実した時間でした。

We didn't even stop at Ryugujo, the butterfly paradise. We had an hour lunch break near a hotel with shops/food court and I was expecting Okinawa soba as stated in the itinerary but we got a "hot sandwich" which ended up being a tiny triangle of basically taco salad sandwich. Had to go buy a bowl of Okinawa Soba to have enough to eat. We spent 40 minutes at the pineapple park. We definitely didn't need a whole hour for lunch as tiny as it was. It simply forces you to buy more food at the food court. Not going to see the butterflies at all was a huge disappointment. No explanation given as to why we didn't even go.
We had 3 hours at the aquarium which was great. Wish we had more time there.

I participated with my parents in their 60s. Since all three of us are inexperienced drivers, it's great that we could visit northern tourist spots on a bus tour. The travel was comfortable in the cool interior of the bus. I think the price, which includes tickets to the aquarium and lunch, is a fantastic deal. My parents seemed to enjoy visiting various tourist attractions. I believe this is a tour I can recommend to everyone!

６０代の両親と参加しました。
３人ともペーパードライバーなので、バスツアーで北部の観光地に行けるのはありがたいです。
移動も涼しい車内で過ごせて快適でした。
水族館のチケット、お昼御飯がついてこの値段は破格だと思います。
両親もいろいろな観光地を回れて楽しそうにしていました。
みんなにおすすめできるツアーだと思います！

I was glad that I could efficiently tour the islands during my short trip. I had time to leisurely walk around Yufu Island, and the bento was unique and delicious. I debated whether to rent a bicycle to explore Taketomi Island at a slower pace, but I think the bus tour was also good because I could listen to the guide's explanations.

短期の旅行だったため効率よく離島をまわることができて良かったです。
由布島ではぶらりと一周歩く時間もありましたし、お弁当も珍しくておいしかったです。竹富島ではゆっくりまわれるレンタサイクルにしようか悩みましたが、ガイドさんの説明を聞ける点でバス観光も良かったと思います。

This was my travel companion's first visit to Okinawa, and it was a valuable tour that takes you to the must-see Churaumi Aquarium from Chatan. Over about half a day from morning to evening, we visited several highlights in central to northern Okinawa, but since there were many places to stop, the time spent at each location was a bit short. Especially on Kouri Island, if you stop to use the restroom or eat ice cream, you completely run out of time to enjoy the sea, and the scenic drive over the Warumi Bridge felt like it was over in an instant.

However, at Churaumi Aquarium and Busena, you can relax while enjoying the beautiful beaches around, and even though the tour explanations are provided through automatic audio in your earphones, they efficiently use the travel time to give you information, making it a great value for the cost.

The final stop is American Village, where those coming from Naha can take their time shopping, but for those departing from Chatan, you can get off here and then freely choose to return to your hotel or go out for a meal or shopping, which is very convenient.

With the changing times, there are more foreign participants from Asian countries, but I felt a bit sad that the guide first explains in English and then in Japanese. Recently, when Japanese people visit tourist attractions overseas, the Japanese explanations tend to come last, so it seems that Japanese people are often put on the back burner both at home and abroad. I recognize that Japanese people are a modest and patient nation, so they tend to be pushed to the back in any country (laughs).

同行者が初の沖縄訪問でしたが、初めての沖縄旅では絶対外せない美ら海水族館に北谷からも行ける貴重なツアーです。朝から夕方までの約半日で沖縄中部～北部の見どころスポットを複数訪れますが、回る場所が多いので一か所あたりの滞在時間が短いのが少し惜しいです。とくに古宇利島はトイレに立ち寄ってアイスを食べたりしているとまったく海を観て楽しむ時間は無くなってしまいますし、車窓観光のワルミ大橋も「え！？今通っちゃったの！？」という感じであっという間でした。

でも美ら海水族館やブセナでは周りの美しいビーチを観てリラックスできますし、観光についてもイヤホン自動音声ながら移動中の時間を使って効率的に説明してくれるのでコストパフォーマンスは高いです。

最終立ち寄り地はアメリカンヴィレッジで、那覇発の方々はこちらでしばしのショッピングタイムをゆっくり取ることができますが、北谷発ですとこちらで降りて後はホテルに帰るなり食事やショッピングに行くなり、自由に過ごすことができるので助かります。

時代の流れでアジア諸国からの外国人の参加が多くなりましたが、引率のガイドさんがまず英語で案内し、その次に日本語になるのは少し寂しく思いました。昨今、日本人が海外の観光名所を訪れると日本語の説明は最後のほうなので、日本でも海外でも日本人は後回しなんだな～と・・・。日本人は奥ゆかしく我慢強い民族だという認識なので、どこの国でも後ろに追いやられてしまいますね（苦笑）

I had no prior knowledge about the Minatogawara people, but thanks to the passionate explanation from the guide, I understood it well and had a lot of fun. The plants and insects were also things I never see in my hometown, so others were taking plenty of photos as well.

港川原人についてはまったく知らなかったのですが、ガイドさんの情熱的な説明でよく理解できた上にとても楽しかったです。
植物や昆虫も、私の地元ではまったく見ることないものだったので、他の方も写真を撮りまくってました。

The powerful experience of the whale shark at the aquarium was impressive. The guide was also a very pleasant person. I had a fun day. I would like to go on another tour with that guide. Thank you very much.

ジンベイ鮫の迫力ある水族館感動でした。
ガイドさんもとても感じの良い人。
楽しい一日を過ごせました。またあのガイドさんなら別のツアーも行きたいですね。ありがとうございました

Since it was the rainy season in Miyako Island and the sky was cloudy, I was honestly a bit anxious, but during the shooting time, I was able to see countless stars✨ Not only did they take beautiful photos, but they also kindly shared recommendations for sightseeing spots in Miyako Island. Thank you very much!

梅雨時の宮古島ということで、曇り空だったので正直不安でしたが、撮影の時間には無数の星を見ることができました✨写真を綺麗に撮っていただいただけでなく、宮古島のオススメ観光スポットについても丁寧に教えてくださいました。ありがとうございました！

I am very satisfied. The refreshing smiles and kind assistance from the guide and driver made me feel energized despite the long distance. I will definitely use this service again when I visit Okinawa.

大満足です。ガイドさん並びにドライバーさんの爽やかな笑顔、親切な対応に長距離にもかかわらず、疲れも吹っ飛ぶ気がしました。再度来沖する際も利用させていただきます。

I was able to efficiently visit the tourist spots, and the guide's explanations were wonderful. I had a very satisfying day!

観光地に効率よく行くことができたことはもちろん、ガイドさんの説明が素晴らしく、大変満足のいく一日を過ごせました！

The pickup bus at 7:30 in the morning was early, but since I participated on a Sunday, we were able to move to our destination ahead of schedule, and we also made a brief stop at Chinen Misaki. Saijō-ō-taki is an ancient sacred site, so it was a quiet place. Without explanations, it's hard to know the highlights, so it's a good idea to watch the explanatory video thoroughly at the entrance. The highlight of Okinawa World, which we visited next, is the Gyokusendo Cave. Since it has been a tourist spot for quite some time, there were accumulations of limestone in various places along the artificially created pathways inside the cave. It had a different charm compared to tourist spots like Shuri Castle.

朝の7時半のピックアップバスで早かったですが、参加したのが日曜日だったので、予定より早く目的地に移動でき、知念岬にも少し寄ってくれました。斎場御嶽は昔からの聖地なので静かなところでした。説明がないと見どころがわからないので、入口のところでしっかりと説明ビデオを見ておくと良いです。次いで訪れたおきなわワールドの目玉は玉泉洞です。随分前に観光地になっているためか、人工的に作った洞窟内の通路のあちこちに石灰が堆積していました。首里城のような観光地とはまた違った味わいのあるところでした。

The designated meeting place was truly dark, and I understood why the starry sky looked like something out of a promotional photo. I had only thought of one pose, but the photographer suggested various options, which made the shoot go smoothly. After the shoot, the staff kindly provided information about spots in Miyako Island, making it easy to plan for the next day. Thank you very much. I am looking forward to receiving the finished photos.

指定の待ち合わせ場所は本当に暗闇で、宣材写真のような星空が見えるのも納得でした。
たった一つのポーズしか考えてなかったのですが、カメラマン様がこんな感じでどうでしょうと色々提案してくださり、スムーズに撮影が出来ました。
撮影が終わった後も宮古島のスポットなど担当者様が丁寧に教えてくださり、翌日の予定も立てやすかったです。
本当にありがとうございました。
写真が出来上がり、送られてくるのを心待ちしております。

Thank you for your kind assistance this time (╹◡╹). The two gentlemen were very considerate, helping us when we were late due to going to the wrong meeting place and ensuring we didn't get dirty. We were able to catch the fully blooming starry sky☆ and take wonderful photos, creating great memories♪. They also encouraged us to ask any questions beyond just the photos and provided a lot of helpful information. For those who are going, I recommend thinking about poses and wearing bright clothing. I would love to request your services again when I visit Miyako Island!

この度はお世話になりました（╹◡╹）
集合場所を間違え遅れた私達に優しい対応で、汚れないようにしてくれたりお兄さん2人とも気配りのある対応でした。
満開の星空☆にも間に合い素敵な写真を撮れていい思い出になりました♪
写真以外の質問もどうぞと色々教えて頂き参考になりました。
これから行く方はポーズを考えて明るい服装で行くのがお勧めです。
また宮古島に来た際にはお願いしたいと思います‼︎

I participated in a tour on the afternoon of the day I arrived in Ishigaki Island. I thought about using a bus free ticket to get around, but the bus schedule didn't work out as I hoped, so I opted for the tour. In hindsight, choosing the tour was the right decision. Inside the vehicle, the guide explained the history of Ishigaki Island, described the scenery visible from the window, played the sanshin, and let us listen to folk songs. It was a very rich experience!

石垣島に到着した日に午後から参加しました。
バスのフリーチケットでまわろうと思いましたが、バスの時間が思うようになかっので、ツアーにしました。
結果としてツアーにして正解でした。
車内では、ガイドさんが石垣島の歴史や車窓から見える風景の説明、三線を弾いて下さり、民謡を聴かせて下さり、とても盛り沢山な内容でした！

I was a bit anxious about making my first online reservation, but receiving a confirmation call the day before the tour made me feel very reassured. During the tour, even as someone who was inexperienced, the easy-to-understand guidance allowed me to enjoy the tour without getting lost.

初めてのネット予約で少し不安でしたが、ツアー前日に確認の電話を頂いた事で、とても安心出来ました。ツアー中も不慣れな私でも判りやすい案内で、迷う事無くツアーを楽しめました。