All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

First of all, I'm a foreigner, so my Japanese isn't very good, and I hope everyone understands. I've wanted to go to Okinawa for a long time, and my wish finally came true! However, as a foreigner, I can't drive and don't understand the transportation system... So I thought about doing a one-day tour and decided on a plan from Veltra after searching online.

Now, let's get to the main topic, lol. First, we were welcomed at various meeting points in Naha. We boarded near Tomarin, right on schedule! First, we headed to Kouri Island! The road was a bit long, but with the automatic guide machine that had seven languages, it was no problem. Plus, the guide was kind and explained everything. Kouri Island is as beautiful as the pictures! The view of the blue sea connecting the islands is a highlight. Kouri Beach wasn't too crowded, and I got some great photos! Next, we headed to the legendary Churaumi Aquarium, lol. The bus stopped at the station, and we followed the guide to arrive. As expected from the world-famous Churaumi, there were fish and creatures I've never seen before! The Kuroshio tank is truly breathtaking! After lunch, there was a dolphin show, and it was a great performance. I also saw sea turtles and manatees; the three hours flew by! Next, we went to Pineapple Park, where there were various tastings, so I was full, lol. Finally, we arrived at Mihama American Village. Because summer in Okinawa has long days, it wasn't night when we arrived, which was a bit disappointing.

We arrived at the hotel at nine o'clock. My body was very tired, but my heart was full! Thank you for such a wonderful day!

まず、自分は外国人だから、日本語があんまり上手ではない、皆さんがわかると嬉しい。
ずっと前から沖縄に行ってほしい、ようやく願いが叶った！でも外国人として車も運転できないし、交通もわからない。。じゃ一日ツアーにしようっと考えた～ネットで探すとveltraのプランを決定した。
そろそろ本題にしようｗｗｗ最初は那覇の各集合場所で迎えた。私たちはとまりんの近くの所で乗車した、予定時間がぴったりだ～まずは古宇利島に出発！道はちょっと遠いが、7か国言語つきの自動ガイド機があれば問題なし、それにガイドさんもやさしく使い説明をした。古宇利島は写真通りとてもキレイ！青い海に島と島を接続する景色が見どころだ。古宇利ビーチは人も多くない、いい写真が撮られた！次はあの伝説の美ら海水族館に出発www～バスは停車場にとまってガイドさんについて到着した。さすが世界有名な美ら海、今まで見たこともない魚や生物ばっかり！黒潮水槽が絶景に言われる間違いない！ランチの後ちょうどイルカの演出があって、いいパフォーマンスを感じた。ウミガメやマナティーも見えた、3時間はあっという間になくなった～次はパイナップルパークに行った、いろんな試食があるからお腹いっぱいwww最後は美浜アメリカンヴィレッジ。沖縄の夏は昼が長いせいで、到着の時まだ夜景ではない、ちょっと残念。
夜九時ホテルに到着した、体が大変疲れなのに、気持ちがいっぱいでした！とても素晴らしい一日暮せてありがとうございます！

I signed up for this tour because I can't drive. In addition to visiting four popular spots, I felt that the time allocated at each location was sufficient compared to other tours, and it turned out to be perfect! ★

車が運転できないため、このツアーに申し込みました。人気スポット4か所に行けるということに加えて、各箇所の滞在時間がそのほかのツアーに比べ十分設けられていると感じたためこのツアーに参加しましたが、ばっちりでした★

I participated with my parents, but I think it's a tour that anyone can enjoy, whether you have kids or are a couple.

Since it goes through multiple hotels, it takes some time to reach the destination, but it was fun to see various hotels, and it gave me ideas like, "I want to stay at this hotel next!"

At Nago Pineapple Park, we received ice cream, at the Glass Museum, we got a small gift, and at Ryukyu Mura, we received discount coupons for souvenirs... there were many little perks that made me happy.

We also had a three-hour stay at the Churaumi Aquarium, which allowed us to leisurely explore the aquarium and shop for souvenirs.

私は両親と参加しましたが、お子様連れでもカップルでもだれでも楽しめるツアーだと思います。
多数のホテルを経由して行くので目的地に着くまでに時間はかかりますが、いろいろなホテルを見ることができて楽しいし、「次はこのホテルに泊まりたいな！」と参考になりました。
ナゴパイナップルパークでアイスがもらえたり、ガラス館で粗品がもらえたり、琉宮城でお土産の割引券がもらえたり…とちょこちょこお得な特典が多くて嬉しかったです。
美ら海水族館での滞在も3時間あり、ゆっくり水族館を見学・お土産巡りをすることができました。

On the last day, I participated before my afternoon flight.

It was easy and inexpensive, and the guide explained various facilities and life in Okinawa while we were on the bus, which I thought was better than going around on my own. I found the stories about Okinawa's unique graves particularly interesting (laughs).

Since it was a large bus, it was fine to bring a suitcase. It was convenient to be dropped off at the airport.

最終日、午後のフライト前に参加しました。

手軽で安いのはもちろん、ガイドさんが車内で各施設や沖縄の暮らしなどを説明してくれるので、個人で回るより良かったと思います。特に沖縄ならではのお墓の話、興味深かったです（笑）

大型バスなのでスーツケース持参でOK。空港で降ろしてもらえて便利でしたー。

I used this service on the last day of my week-long trip. The veteran tour guide was very good at communicating, and I was able to enjoy the ride. It's recommended because you can visit various highlights in a short time. The last stop, the Himeyuri Monument, was especially worthwhile to visit, aside from the beaches during my trip to Okinawa. The atmosphere was different. Thinking about the young people with high aspirations who suffered there, I couldn't help but feel tears come to my eyes before I could even process why they had to endure such hell. I believe more people should come and learn about this place. Next time, I want to take my time exploring the museum at my own pace. I think this tour is great for those who want to visit many affordable and worthwhile places.

一週間旅行の最終日に利用しました。
ベテランの添乗員さんがとてもお話がうまく、乗車中も楽しむ事ができました。
短時間で最後に色々なおすすめポイントを周る事ができるのでおすすめです。最後のひめゆりの塔は沖縄旅行の中でも海以外のポイントで特に行けて良かったです。空気が違いました。自分より若く志の高い人達の事を思うとなぜこんな地獄を味わわないといけないのか、そんな風に考えるより先に空気で伝わってきて涙が出ました。もっと多くの人が来て知るべき所だと思います。
また、今度は自分のペースでゆっくり資料館を見に行きたいです。
安くて見ごたえがある所にたくさん行きたい方にはおすすめのツアーだと思います。

The hotel in Naha provided a shuttle service, making it easy to participate. Once you chose a seat on the bus, you could return to it, which was helpful as I could leave unused items on the bus.

The long Kouri Bridge leading to Kouri Island, featured in the guidebook, was stunning, and the beautiful white coral beach at Kouri Beach was breathtaking. I would have loved to be taken to the place where the guide mentioned a storm occurred.

The Churaumi Aquarium is quite far from Naha, so including it in the plan was one of the reasons I chose this course. The large tank with three whale sharks was impressive, and the dolphin shows, as well as the tanks with sea turtles and dugongs, were also worth seeing.

At Nago Pineapple Park, the stay was very short, and I wished we could have spent a bit more time there.

Mihama American Village faces Sunset Beach, and I was looking forward to the sunset, but due to the rainy season, I couldn't see a beautiful sunset. However, the lighting of the buildings in the area was beautiful and romantic, and I was glad there was enough time for a proper dinner.

From morning to night, I was thoroughly guided around Okinawa, making for a very enjoyable and meaningful day. Thank you very much.

那覇の宿泊してるホテルまで送迎があったので参加しやすかったです。バスの中は一度席を決めるとそこに戻る事が出来たので使わない物をバスの中に置いていく事が出来て助かりました。

ガイドブックにも載っていた古宇利島にかかる長い古宇利大橋、すごく海の水がキレイで白い珊瑚の海岸が素敵な古宇利ビーチは絶景でした。ガイドさんが言っていた嵐が来た場所、せっかくだから連れていってもらいたかったです。

美ら海水族館は那覇からとても遠くて行きにくいのでプランに入っているのはこのコースを選ぶポイントの1つでした。ジンベイザメが3体もいる大水槽は圧巻でしたし、イルカ達のショーやウミガメやジュゴンの水槽も見応えがありました。

名護パイナップルパークでは滞在時間がとても短かったのでもうちょっとゆっくり出来たら良かったと思いました。

美浜アメリカンヴィレッジはサンセットビーチに面していて夕焼けが楽しみだったのですが梅雨の時期というのもあってキレイな夕焼けは見れませんでした。でもこの一帯の建物のライトアップがキレイでロマンチックでしたし、しっかり晩御飯が食べれる時間があったので良かったです。

朝から晩までしっかり沖縄を案内してくれてとても楽しくて有意義な1日になりました。ありがとうございました。

I participated on the last day of my trip. Perhaps because it was the off-season, there were few participants, and the time spent at each location was short, but it didn't feel too rushed, which was nice. We arrived at Ishigaki Airport with enough time to explore, and I was able to leisurely choose some additional souvenirs. However, it was disappointing that the guide's voice was very difficult to hear while on the bus. I was sitting near the front, so I could barely hear, but I wonder if those at the back could hear almost nothing? I think the microphone volume needs to be increased.

For lunch, a hamburger set was already prepared. It was ready to eat as soon as we arrived. The hamburger and Yaeyama soba were warm, but the fish tempura was completely cold, which was disappointing. The seasonings were delicious, just as recommended.

旅行最終日に参加しました。
閑散期だったせいか、参加者も少なく一つ一つの滞在時間は短ったですが
そこまであわただしいという印象もなく良かったです。
石垣空港も探検できる時間に到着し、ゆっくりお土産の追加を選べました。
ただ、バスに乗っている際にガイドさんが話してくれる声が非常に聞き取りにくくて残念でした。
私はまだ前の方の席に座っていたのでかろうじて聞こえましたが、
最後尾の方はほとんど聞こえていないのでしょうか？
マイク音量あげないといけないと思います。

お昼はハンバーグセットがすでにセッティングしてありました。着いたらすぐに食べられる仕様です。
ハンバーグと八重山そばは温かかったですが、魚の天ぷらが冷え切ってて残念。
調味料はおすすめの通りおいしかったです。

The travel period just after the long holiday and before the rainy season was perfect. The mangrove forest tour by boat in Iriomote offered an exotic atmosphere, with scenery different from that of Okinawa's main island, resembling the streets of Guam. The water buffalo cart ride to Yufu was also relaxing, and the meal at the botanical garden was delicious. On Taketomi Island, I chose to rent a bicycle, which was the right decision. I leisurely rode my bike to the star sand beach and visited the museum. I got a little lost, but that too became a memorable experience. The only mistake was not bringing my swimsuit. For those on the rental bicycle plan, a swimsuit is essential. Finally, before returning the bicycle, I had some tea while listening to island songs, feeling relaxed in the gentle breeze under a private home's eaves.

連休明けの梅雨前で旅行期間は最高でした。西表のボートでのマングローブ林観光は異国情緒が有り沖縄本島と違う風景で街並みもグアムの様な雰囲気でした。由布への水牛車ものんびりと島に渡っての植物園での食事も美味しかったです。最後の竹富島ではレンタサイクルをチョイスしましたが、正解です。のんびりと自転車で星の砂の浜に行ったり、資料館に行ったり。少し道に迷いましたがそれも思い出です。ただ、水着を持ってなかったのが唯一の失敗です。レンタサイクルプランの方は水着は必須です。最後に自転車を返す前にお茶をしましたが、民家の軒先で静かな風に吹かれて島唄を聴き癒されました。

This half-day tour is a great deal for a first-time trip to Okinawa. I think the cost performance is high. I participated alone, but I didn't have to worry about others and was able to relax. The guide provides explanations, so you can enjoy sightseeing without having to think about anything.

初めての沖縄旅行にはこの半日ツアーは大変お得です。コストパフォーマンスが高いと思います。私は1人参加でしたが、特に周りに気を使う訳でもなく、ノンビリして来ました。ガイドさんが説明してくれるので何も考えず観光できます。

I highly recommend this tour as you can visit three islands in the Yaeyama archipelago in just one day. On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a Nakama River cruise, on Yubu Island, we took a water buffalo cart ride, and on Taketomi Island, we went cycling, which allowed us to experience the unique attractions of each island. I especially think it's great that on Taketomi Island, you can choose activities based on your individual preferences, and you can also select the return boat time, making it a relatively flexible tour despite being a guided one.

1日で見所を押さえた八重山の離島を3島も廻れるのでおすすめです。
西表島では仲間川クルーズ、由布島では水牛車、竹富島ではサイクリングとその島々の特徴にあった観光が出来て良かったです☆
特に竹富島ではそれぞれの要望に沿ってアクティビティーを選べるのがとてもいいと思いますし、竹富島からの帰りの船の時間も自分たちで選べるのでツアーでありながら比較的自由度の高いツアーだと思います☆

I think this is a very efficient tour because the guide explains the island and tourist attractions that you wouldn't understand just from the guidebook!

At each location, the guide takes photos for you, and if you schedule your return flight in the afternoon, you can arrange this tour in the morning, which allows for a stop at the airport on the way back. This is especially recommended for solo travelers who don't plan to rent a car.

The lunch was delicious, and the guide's sanshin performance was pleasant. However, I thought it would have been even better if we could have stopped at Hirakubo Cape, the northernmost point of the island!

バスで島の名所をガイドブックからだけでは分からない島や観光名所の説明をしてくれるのでとても効率的なツアーだと思います！！

各所ではガイドさんが写真を撮ってくれたり、帰りの飛行機を午後にして午前中にこのツアーを組めば帰りがけ空港にも寄ってくれるのでもするのでレンタカーで回る予定のないひとり旅の人には特にオススメです☆

お昼ご飯も美味しく、ガイドさんの三線も心地よくて◎。ただ、島最北端の平久保崎にも寄れたらもっといいのになと思いました！

You can efficiently visit the highlights of the remote islands with a guided tour, which was a great help since it was my first time visiting. You'll definitely be healed by the adorable water buffalo!

お任せで離島の見どころを効率良く廻れます、初めて訪れたので助かりました。可愛い水牛に癒される事間違い無しです

On May 16th (Monday), I went on a three-island tour. Today marks the start of the rainy season, so I was worried about whether the weather would hold up for the day. However, as I stepped out of the hotel and looked up at the sky, I was greeted by blue skies and thick clouds with a beautiful rainbow, which felt like a good omen. I have a feeling that things will go well.

After completing the procedures at the remote island terminal, I took a commemorative photo with the statue of Yoshitaka Gushiken and boarded the boat. The ride to Ohara Port took just over 30 minutes; it wasn't enough to make me seasick, but the boat was rocking quite a bit. It started to rain as well.

Once we arrived, I took care of my restroom needs and switched to the mangrove cruise boat to set off. Although it was cloudy, the weather improved with occasional rays of sunlight breaking through. My excitement for the mangroves, heightened by the scenery I saw the previous day at the coral reef in Ishigaki Island, was palpable. As we traveled upstream from the sea into Nakama River, the mangroves appeared with their twisted roots and densely packed roots supporting a single trunk, creating a mountain-like shape. Although they were just regular plant roots, everything exuded a strong vitality, making me feel like some mysterious creature might appear.

The captain skillfully navigated the boat while explaining the trees and birds, showcasing a meticulousness typical of women. He showed us a handful of large clams that were harvested right there. On the way there, I was too busy taking photos, but on the return trip, I enjoyed the scenery at a leisurely pace.

Next, we took a bus to Iriomote Island, to Mihara. The driver's anecdotes about the remote islands were entertaining, making the journey enjoyable. Upon arriving at Mihara, we were greeted by many water buffaloes on the beach. We boarded the "Hibari" cart, which was quite crowded due to various reasons.

The driver shared stories about the upbringing of the hibari calves, and laughter filled the cart as we arrived at the opposite shore at the Yufu Island Botanical Garden. We were welcomed with leis, which lifted our spirits. There were also opportunities for commemorative photos and photo sales.

As we passed through the tropical banyan trees, vibrant flowers, and large plants and leaves, we made our way to the lunch venue. We enjoyed Okinawan cuisine served in a tiered box, and after that, we strolled through the botanical garden again.

The rain picked up a bit here, so we ventured out with umbrellas through the lush greenery towards the sea. The pristine white sandy beach and the transparent ocean were beautiful. I thought to myself that it would have been stunning if the weather had been clear. On the way back, I was swayed by the "Koumei" cart, leaving Yufu behind.

Returning to Ohara Port, we headed to the last island, Taketomi Island. After a restroom break at the waiting area, we boarded the "Mansaku" cart and set off. Along the way, we listened to the charming island songs sung by the driver, as we leisurely progressed through the traditional streets lined with coral stone walls, orange-tiled roofs, and shisa statues.

After circling the island, we took a commemorative photo with Mansaku. There was a paid photo service and a free small photo gift. Of course, we could also take pictures with our own cameras.

On the way back to Taketomi Port, we stopped by Hoshizuna Beach. We received star sand as a gift, but following the guide's advice, I collected some star sand myself. This concluded our day's itinerary as we returned to Ishigaki Island. By the time we were heading back, I had completely gotten used to the boat's rocking and felt relaxed.

It was a day that flew by, but for someone new to Ishigaki Island, it was great to efficiently visit many tourist spots. Next time, I would love to stay overnight on a remote island on a sunny day. I might be hooked!

5月16日(月)、3島めぐりです。本日から梅雨に突入ということで、一日お天気がもつか心配ですが、ホテルから出て空を見上げると青空と厚い雲になんと虹がかかっていて、幸先いい感じ。なんとかいけそうな予感がします。
離島ターミナルで手続きを済ませ、具志堅用高さんの銅像と記念撮影をして船に乗り込みます。
大原港まで30分強、船酔いまではいきませんが、なかなかの揺れ。雨も降ってきました。
到着後、トイレを済ませから、マングローブクルーズ船に乗り換え出発です。
曇ってはいるものの時折り薄日が差すまでに天候も回復。前日、石垣島のビルギ群落で見た景色で高まったマングローブへの期待に胸が膨らみます。海から仲間川へと遡っていくにつれ見えてくるマングローブは、どうしたらそうなるのかというくらいに曲がりくねった木の根や、一本の幹を支えるために山の形に密集した根。普通の植物の根と同じなのだけれど、とにかく全てが太く強い生命力を感じさせ、何か不思議な生き物が現れそうな気がしてきます。
船長さんは木々や鳥たちのの説明をしながら、女性ならではの細やかさで見事なハンドルさばきです。ここで採れたという片手いっぱいの大きなしじみを見せてくれました。
行きは写真を撮るのに夢中でしたが、帰りはのんびり景色を楽しみます。
次はバスで西表島、美原へ。ドライバーさんの離島あるあるが楽しくて、移動中も退屈しません。
美原に着くと、浜にはたくさんの水牛たち。訳あり、子だくさんの「ひばり」号に乗車します。
御者のおじさんが聞かせてくれる、ひばりの子供たちの生い立ち話に、牛車中笑いに包まれながら、対岸の由布島植物園に到着。歓迎のレイをかけてもらって、気分も高まります。記念撮影と写真販売もありました。
南国ならではのがじゅまるの木や鮮やかな花々、大きな草木や葉っぱの間を抜けながら、ランチの会場へ。一段の重箱を仕切って小分けされた沖縄料理に舌鼓をうち、再度植物園の散策へ。
ここで雨が少し強くなったので、傘を差しながら鮮やかな緑の中を抜け海へ。真っ白な砂浜と透き通った海。晴れていたなら、きっとすごくきれいだろうなと思いながら、帰りは、ひばりの娘「小梅」号にゆられ、由布を後にしました。
大原港へ戻り、最後の島、竹富島へ。待合所でトイレ休憩の後、「満作」号に乗車し、出発です。途中途中で御者のおじさんの味のある島唄を聞きながら、サンゴの石垣とオレンジの屋根瓦とシーサー、伝統の街並みをゆったり、まったりと進んでゆきます。
島を一周後、満作と記念撮影。有料の写真販売と無料の小さな写真のプレゼントがありました。もちろん、自分のカメラでも撮影可能です。
竹富港への帰りに星砂浜へ立ち寄ります。プレゼントで星の砂をもらえるのですが、ガイドさんのアドバイスを聞いて、自ら星の砂を採取。これにて、一日の行程は終了。竹富港から石垣島へと戻ります。帰りには船の揺れにもにもすっかりなれ、余裕です。
あっ！という間の一日でしたが、石垣島初心者には、たくさんの観光地を効率良く周れて、とっても良かったです。
次回はお天気の良い日に、離島で宿泊もしてみたいな。はまったかも！！

I would recommend this. It works out about the same as getting public transport and buying a ticket to the aquarium alone. It was a little rushed, I think the glass place and the pineapple place are a waste of time. The butterfly place was cool as was the dolphin show. The aquarium is amazing! A must see. Overall a good well organised day out.

I used this tour for a family trip during this year's Golden Week. It was a short 2-night, 3-day trip, and since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I wanted to efficiently visit the sightseeing spots. This tour is recommended because it allows you to visit the main attractions of three islands in one day. However, I can't deny that it felt a bit rushed. I think it might have been a bit tough for my parents, who have some mobility issues.

今年のGWに家族旅行で利用しました。2泊3日の短い旅行で、しかも初めての石垣島でしたので、効率よく観光地をまわりたいと考えていました。本ツアーは3島の主な観光地を1日でまわることができるのでおすすめです。ただ、すこし慌ただしくなってしまう感は否めません。足腰の悪い両親には少しきつかったのではと思います。

It was a really nice experience and very romantic and tranquil. Star gazing was really fun. As person, who lives in a big city in Europe, I don't get the chance to see so many stars. Guide was very friendly and savvy.
No physically fitness required.

Everything went smoothly, and I was able to spend a comfortable day.
I chose cycling on Taketomi Island, and the weather was nice, so I had a great time.
I thought about having some tea to relax, but most of the shops were closed, and the ones that were open took over 30 minutes to serve what I ordered.
However, this is also Okinawa time! I found it amusing to just take it easy.

すべてがスムーズに運び、快適な１日を過ごすことが出来ました。
竹富島ではサイクリングを選びましたが、お天気もよくルンルンで楽しめました。
疲れてお茶でもしようかと思いましたが、閉まってるお店ばかりで、やってるお店も注文したものが出てくるのに30分以上かかる、と。
しかし、これも沖縄時間❗ゆったりしてると、笑えました。

I participated in the Kouri Island, Manza Beach, and Bise Fukugi Tree Road course during Golden Week. I chose this tour because the stay at the Churaumi Aquarium was long, but I would have appreciated a tour conducted only in Japanese if possible. On the bus back to Naha, there was a family showing Chinese cartoons to their child on a smartphone or tablet, and the volume was loud enough to be heard from the back seat. I really wished someone would have addressed that. I was very satisfied with the tour content and the guide, so it was a bit disappointing at the end.

古宇利島・万座毛・備瀬フクギ並木コース にＧＷに参加しました。美ら海水族館の滞在時間が長いのでこちらのツアーに決めましたが、出来れば日本語のみのツアーがあると嬉しいです。那覇に向かう帰りのバス内で子供にスマホかタブレットで中国語のアニメをみせている家族がいたのですが、後ろの席にまで聞こえる音量でした。さすがにこれは注意して欲しかったです。ツアー内容、ガイドさんに関してはとても満足のいくものだっただけに、最後にちょっと残念でした。

I participated in a tour that took us from Ishigaki Island by boat to Iriomote Island, and then to Yubu Island and Taketomi Island.

On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a boat tour of the Nakama River, where the guide provided detailed information about the island's features and plants, making it a lot of fun.

After having lunch on Yubu Island, we were free to explore the island at our own pace, which was very relaxing. Riding the water buffalo across the river was particularly interesting, and the small children riding with us were thrilled. After a leisurely time on Yubu Island, we headed to Taketomi Island.

On Taketomi Island, we started with a bus tour. Since it was a large group tour, I was a bit worried about whether I would enjoy the bus sightseeing, but the bus driver kindly shared information about the island's features and made stops at viewpoints and beaches, allowing us to enjoy the sightseeing. Thanks to the bus driver teaching us how to find star sand, we were able to discover a lot, which was great.

It was especially hot that day, and since the roads on Taketomi Island are covered in sand, it seemed like biking would be difficult, so the bus tour was definitely the right choice. After the bus tour, we leisurely explored the island by water buffalo cart. I thought I would be tired after visiting three islands, but it was a well-organized tour that allowed us to take our time.

石垣島から船で西表島に息、その後、由島、竹富島と３島を巡るツアーに参加しました。
西表島は仲間川を船で観光しましたが、船のガイドの方が島の特徴や植物のことを丁寧に教えてくれて、とっても楽しかったです。
由布島ではお昼ご飯を食べた後は自由に島をまわれて、ゆっくりできました。特に水牛にのって川を渡って行くのはとても面白く、一緒に乗っていた小さい子どもたちも大喜びでした。由布島でのんびりした後は、竹富島へ。
竹富島ではまずバス観光をしました。大人数のツアーだったこともあるので、バス観光で楽しめるかなと不安に思っていましたが、バスの運転手さんが丁寧に島の特徴を教えてくれ、ビューポイントやビーチに寄ってくれたので、楽しく観光することができました。星砂もバスの運転手さんが見つけ方を教えてくれたおかげで、たくさん見つけられ、とても良かったです。
特にその日はとても暑く、竹富島は道路が砂で覆われており自転車だと大変そうだったので、バス観光は正解でした。バス観光の後は水牛車でゆっくり島を巡り、３島まわって疲れるのかなと思っていましたが、至れり尽くせりのツアーでとてもゆっくり巡ることができました。

Churaumi Aquarium was a lot of fun! The guide and the driver were both nice, and it became a wonderful memory.

However, it was indeed written in the itinerary that "all-you-can-eat pineapple is included!" but it was not actually provided.

I went with my fiancé, and since we both love pineapple, we were really looking forward to the all-you-can-eat option.

So, I have some dissatisfaction... It was very disappointing.

美ら海水族館、とても楽しかったです！
ガイドさんも運転手さんもいい方で、素敵な想い出になりました。

ただ、旅程に確かに｢パイナップル食べ放題付いてます！｣と書いてあったのですが、実際はありませんでした。

婚約者と一緒に行ったのですが、パイナップルが大好きなので食べ放題をとても楽しみにしていました。

なので不満が残っています･･･
非常に残念でした

Each segment of time was short. I wanted to take a little more time to look around.

I was satisfied because I could get off the tour midway and go to Kangaroo Valley freely.

It was just right for me, as I don't have legs.

一つ一つの時間が短い。
もうちょっとゆっくり見たかった。

途中でツアーから降りてカンガラーの谷に行ったり自由にできたから満足

足のない私にはちょうど良かった。

The weather was nice on the day of the visit, and although time flew by, I enjoyed sightseeing on Taketomi Island at the slow pace of the water buffalo cart!

当日は天気も良く、時間はあっという間だけど水牛車のゆっくりスピードで竹富島を観光できて楽しかったです！

Saijō Gushikawa has limited bus services, making it difficult to visit individually due to time constraints, but this tour covers the highlights of the southern region (including Saijō Gushikawa) thoroughly in half a day, which was very helpful. It was a very fulfilling half-day tour. They also provide transportation back to the airport, so for those with flights after 2:00 PM, it’s a great option for the last day of your trip. I highly recommend this tour.

斎場御嶽はバスの本数が少なくて個人で行くのは時間的に難しかったのですがこのツアーは南部の名所（もちろん斎場御嶽も）をしっかり半日で回ってくれるので助かりました。とても充実した半日ツアーでした。帰りは空港まで送迎もしてくれるので、フライトが14：00以降の人は旅行の最終日に良いと思います。とてもお勧めなツアーです。

We departed from Ishigaki Port shortly after 8 AM and headed to the mangrove cruise on Nakama River around 9 AM after our arrival. Although the sky was a bit cloudy, it was wonderful to cruise through the great outdoors that we usually don't get to see. Along the way, we got off the boat to see the Sakishima Suo tree, which is said to be 400 years old, and it was truly impressive.

We traveled to Yubu Island by riding a water buffalo. I had always wanted to try this, so it was really moving! An older gentleman played the sanshin and sang folk songs. I think it was a moment where you could really feel, "Ah, I've come to Okinawa." Yubu Island has a subtropical botanical garden, where we had lunch and I believe we had about an hour and a half of free time. My husband found the portion sizes at Yubu Island Teahouse to be a bit small, so he enjoyed some gelato.

We also traveled back by water buffalo cart.

Next was the island I wanted to visit the most, Taketomi Island!!! It was truly a wonderful place. The original scenery of Okinawa has been preserved, with houses featuring red-tiled roofs lined up, allowing us to spend a really peaceful and relaxing time. I chose the bus tour and the water buffalo cart tour, and I think that was the right decision. I considered renting a bicycle to explore freely, but even in May, the temperatures exceeded 30 degrees Celsius, so traveling by car might have been tough (laughs). It might be good for those who want to explore freely, though.

On Taketomi Island, we also rode a water buffalo cart. The guide was entertaining and sang about the culture of Taketomi Island, making for a really enjoyable time. We had about 30 minutes before boarding the bus, so we could take a short walk and explore. I climbed the Nagomi Tower, which I had been curious about during the water buffalo tour. The steep stairs might be challenging for those with a fear of heights, but I recommend it as you can overlook the island from a high vantage point. I also tried the bitter melon ice cream that the guide recommended. It was very hot, so it started melting quickly while I was walking, but it was delicious!

We moved by bus to Hoshizuna Beach and searched for star-shaped sand. The sea was beautiful, and there was truly nothing to complain about!!! I felt like the time spent on Taketomi Island could have been longer (laughs).

During the cruise, the sky was cloudy, but after that, the weather was really nice, and I was able to enjoy a truly wonderful time in Okinawa!!!

朝８時過ぎに石垣港を出発し、到着後９時前頃には仲間川のマングローブクルーズへ出発します。
少し曇り空でしたが、普段見れない大自然の中をクルージング出来て良かったです。
途中、ボートから降りて見た、樹齢４００年とされているサキシマスオウノキは圧巻でした。

由布島へは水牛に乗って移動します。
ずっと乗ってみたかったので、本当に感動しました！！
おじさんが三線を弾きながら民謡を歌ってくれます。
『あ～沖縄にきた～』って感じれる瞬間だと思います。
由布島には亜熱帯植物園があるのですが、そこでは昼食を食べ、トータル１時間半ほどの自由時間があったと思います。
昼食は男性だと量が少なく足りないと、主人は由布島茶屋でジェラートを食べていました。
帰りも水牛車に乗り移動します。

次は私が一番行きたかった、竹富島！！！
本当に素敵な場所でした。
沖縄の原風景が残されていて、赤瓦屋根の家が立ち並び、本当に穏やかなのんびりとした時間を過ごせました。
バス観光と水牛車観光を選択しましたが、正解だったと思います。
自転車を借りて自由に周ろうかとも考えましたが、５月でも３０度を超す炎天下の中で自動車の移動は厳しかったかもしれません（笑）
自由に見て周りたい人にはいいかもしれませんが・・。

竹富島でも水牛車に乗りました。
ガイドの方が面白おかしく、竹富島の文化や民謡を歌ってくれて、本当に楽しい時間が過ごせました。
バスに乗るまで３０分ほど時間があったので、少し歩いて散策も出来ました。
水牛観光している時に気になっていた、なごみの塔に登ってみました。
急な階段で高所恐怖症の方には厳しいかもしれませんが、島を高いところから見渡すことが出来てオススメです。
ガイドの方が教えてくれたゴーヤのアイスも食べました。
とても暑かったので、歩きながら食べてると、すぐに溶けてきてしまいましたが、美味しかったですよ☆
バスで星砂浜へ移動し、星の形をした砂を探しました。
海もキレイで本当に言うことなし！！！
竹富島の滞在時間がもっと長くてもいいのになと感じたぐらいでした（笑）

クルーズの時は曇り空でしたが、それ以降はとても天気が良く、本当に素敵な沖縄時間を過ごすことが出来ました！！！

<Iriomote Island>
We cruised along the Nakama River, which boasts the largest mangrove area in Japan. Although the visibility changes with the tides, the guide provided detailed explanations about the different types of mangroves found on Iriomote Island, making the time fly by. Despite the strong sunlight, the breeze during the cruise was very pleasant.
Later, during the island bus tour, I was captivated by the driver's humorous stories about how much the Iriomote wildcat is cherished on the island and the lifestyle of the local people.

<Yubu Island>
It was my first time riding a water buffalo cart, so it was a very valuable experience. Once we arrived on the island, we had about two hours for lunch and free time, during which we could see the butterfly garden and newborn calves, as well as those in training.

<Taketomi Island>
Each cow has its own name and personality, which was fascinating to learn about. The guide explained the unique customs and history of Taketomi Island, helping us understand the background of why the beautiful streets have been preserved in this way. We also learned how to find the famous star sand, and my spouse and I eagerly searched for it like children (laughs).

<Summary>
I believe it was a very fulfilling tour. From the hotel pick-up to the transfers in each area and back to the hotel, the staff provided attentive guidance, allowing us to enjoy the tour without any worries. I think children would also have a great time.

＜西表島＞
マングローブ流域面積日本一を誇る仲間川をクルージング。潮の満ち引きによって見える状況は異なるものの、西表島にはどんなマングローブがあるのか、マングローブにもいろいろな種類があるというようなガイドさんの説明もとても細かく時間があっという間にすぎました。陽射しがとても強い日ではありましたが、クルージングをしてる時の風はとても心地よかったです。
その後、島内バス観光においては西表島でどれだけイリオモテヤマネコが大切にされているのか、島の人たちの生活についてなど、運転手さんの非常にユーモアある話で魅了されました。

＜由布島＞
水牛車に乗るのは初めてだったので、とても貴重な体験をすることができました。
島についてからは、約２時間ほど昼食と自由時間があり、蝶園やまだ生まれたばかりの牛、訓練中の牛も見ることが出来ました。

＜竹富島＞
牛ひとりひとりに名前があり、性格も違うようでまずその説明が興味深かったです。
竹富島ならではの風習や歴史をガイドさんにご説明いただくことで
あの素敵な街並みがなぜ今このように残っているのかという背景がとてもよく分かりました。
定番の星の砂の見つけるということにおいても、見つけ方を教えてもらい、夫婦で子供のように夢中になって探してました（笑）。

＜総括＞
とても充実したツアーだったと思います。
ホテルへの送迎からはじまり、各エリアでの移動、ホテルに戻るまでスタッフさんが丁寧にガイドしていただいたため、一度も不安になることなくツアーを楽しむことが出来ました。子供も楽しめると思います。

On the second day of our 3-night, 4-day trip to the Okinawa islands, we participated in this tour. The weather forecast predicted rain, but on the day itself, it was cloudy, which was a relief. There were moments when it drizzled, but we still had fun. (If it had rained enough to need an umbrella, the enjoyment might have been halved.) During the Nakama River cruise, we saw various types of mangroves and learned about their characteristics, so even though the scenery was similar, it felt like it ended quickly. The bus driver who guided us around Iriomote Island shared jokes and interesting stories about the island, keeping the atmosphere in the bus lively and full of laughter. I usually find bus tour guides' talks to be "boring," but this driver's stories were very engaging, leaving no time for me to doze off.

The highlight for both of us was the water buffalo cart ride to Yubu Island. My husband had ridden it before and mentioned he wanted to show me the sea on a sunny day, but since it was my first time, I was completely satisfied with the exotic atmosphere. Although we couldn't choose our seats, I personally recommend sitting at the very back, as it offered great views for photos and the surrounding scenery. Since we visited three islands in one day, there wasn't much time for free exploration, and I particularly wished to see a bit more of Taketomi Island. However, as it was my first time at all these places, I felt it was a fulfilling experience. This time, we rushed through while learning various things, so next time, I would like to explore each island at a more leisurely pace. I think this tour is highly recommended for beginners in island travel.

夫婦二人、３泊４日の沖縄離島旅行２日目に、このツアーに参加させて頂きました。天気予報では雨だったのですが、当日は曇り空でひと安心。時折パラパラと降る場面もありましたが、楽しめました。（傘が必要なくらい降ると楽しさは半減かもしれません。）仲間川のクルーズでは、様々な種類のマングローブがあり、特徴など聞きながらだったので同じような景色が続いてもあっという間に終わったという感じでした。また西表島内をバスで案内してくださった運転手さんは、冗談や島内の面白エピソードを交えながら島の様子を紹介してくださり、バス内は笑いが絶えませんでした。今までバスツアーのガイドさんの話は「つまらない」と思うことが殆どでしたが、この運転手さんのお話しはとても興味深く居眠りする暇はありませんでした。そして、二人が一番楽しみにしていたのは由布島へ渡る水牛車です。主人は以前にも乗ったことがあり、「晴れてる時の海を見せたかった」と言っていましたが、私は初めてだったので、異国感溢れる空間で大満足でした。席は選べませんが個人的には一番後ろが写真も撮れて周りの景色もよく見えたのでオススメです。１日で３島をめぐるので自由観光する時間が殆どなかったので、竹富島は特にもう少し見たいなと思いましたが、どの場所も初めての私は盛りだくさんで良かったです。今回は急いでめぐりながら色々な事を教えてもらったので、次回は一つずつの島をゆっくりと観光したいと思います。離島旅行の初心者にはおすすめなツアーだと思います。

It was great to have relatively flexible time for a day trip to Ishigaki Island (but I had to be careful not to confuse it with other tours). The water buffalo cart ride was also relaxing and enjoyable.

日帰りの石垣島観光だったので時間が比較的自由に選べてよかったです（他のツアーと間違えないようにしないといけないですけど）
水牛車ものんびりしていてよかったです

You can efficiently visit the island's attractions. They also drop you off at the airport on the way back, making it easy to join the tour even with limited time. The weather was great on the day I participated, and the view from the observation deck was absolutely stunning.

However, the tour information on your site and the voucher stated "8:45 AM meeting, 9:00 AM start," but it actually started at 9:30 AM, resulting in a nearly 40-minute wait at the bus stop. I briefly thought, "Is this special because it's Golden Week?" but since the sign and pamphlet also indicated "9:30 AM," it seems this is the norm. Therefore, I would like you to correct the scheduled times in your information.

Additionally, I took a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, but using it meant there wasn't enough time to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery (the boat time equals the time spent at Kabira Bay). Since it's the largest attraction in Ishigaki Island and undoubtedly a breathtaking viewpoint, this feels like a missed opportunity. I also thought that if the time at other locations could be extended by about five more minutes each, we could enjoy sightseeing more thoroughly.

島の名所を、効率的にまわれます。
帰りも空港でおろしてもらえるし、時間が限られていても参加しやすいツアーだと思いました。
また参加した日は天気も良く、特に展望台から観る景色は絶景で素晴らしかったです。
ただ、貴サイトでのツアー紹介（案内）記載やバウチャーでは、「８時４５分集合、９時開始」となっていましたが、実際は９時半スタートで、結果、バス停で４０分近く待たされました。
「今回はＧＷだから、特別なのかな？」と一瞬思いましたが、看板やパンフレットでも「９時半～」となっていたので、これが通常なんでしょう。
なので、案内の時間修正をしていただきたいです。
また、川平湾ではグラスボートに乗ったのですが、これを利用してしまうと、せっかくの景色をゆっくり堪能する時間がありません。（ボートの時間＝川平湾での滞在時間）
石垣島最大の名所であり、間違いなく絶景のビューポイントなので、これはもったいないです。
あと、その他の場所も、それぞれ、もう５分程度ずつでも延ばしてもらえると、もっとしっかり観光できるのにと思いました

There were other tours to Taketomi Island, but since I wanted to use various modes of transportation like buses, glass-bottom boats, and water buffalo carts, I decided on this one because it was also reasonably priced. The ability to choose the return time is also appealing. However, there is another company that offers water buffalo cart tours, and when I visited Taketomi Island a few years ago, I used their service. I felt that their course options were better. That said, I think it's great that you can customize your sightseeing experience depending on the combinations you choose.

竹富島に行くツアーは他にもありましたが、せっかくなので、バスやグラスボート、水牛車など、いろいろ利用したいと思い、値段的にも安かったので決めました。
帰りの時間を決められるというのも魅力的です。
ただ、水牛車観光をやっている会社はもう一社あり、数年前に竹富島を訪れたときには、そちらを利用したのですが、これに関しては、まわるコース等、そちらの方がよかったように思います。
とはいえ、組み合わせ次第で自分にあった観光ができるのは、とてもいいと思いました。

It seems that both Sefa Utaki and Okinawa World are highly recommended by locals (later, a local person I met at Shuri Castle also suggested that I should definitely visit Sefa Utaki and Okinawa World. At that time, I had already visited, though, haha), and I was very satisfied after my visit as well.

Sefa Utaki has altars and other structures nestled in a lush forest, creating a very mystical atmosphere. The view from Mikuri towards Kudaka Island was particularly beautiful (although it was foggy that day, so I couldn't capture it well in photos, it was stunning to see with the naked eye). If there are more than 20 participants, you might be able to enter at a group rate (200 yen), but since there were 15 people in my case, the regular fee was 300 yen.

At Okinawa World, the Eisa show (from around 10:30 to 11:00) was absolutely fantastic. Photography is prohibited during the performance, so I can't share any images, but the lively dancing to the upbeat rhythm while swinging the drums left a strong impression on me. Additionally, the area with the Eisa show, along with the souvenir shops, craft beer hall, and restaurants, can be accessed without an entrance fee, making it a great deal. By the way, during my visit, the bus arrived at Okinawa World at 10:15 and departed at 11:30.

At the last stop, the Himeyuri Monument, you can listen to a guide's explanation in front of the monument and the cave. The timing was tight (there was less than 30 minutes of free time after the explanation), so I passed, but those who wish can visit the museum for an additional fee. Here, I received a coupon that could be exchanged for one Sata Andagi at the souvenir shop right in front of me.

Overall, it was a highly satisfying tour, with the guide providing explanations at various locations during the journey.

斎場御嶽やおきなわワールドは地元の人もお勧めするほどの場所のようで（後日、首里城で出会った地元の人からも斎場御嶽やおきなわワールドは是非行ったほうがいいと勧められました。その時はすでに訪問済みだったのですが・笑）、実際私も行って大満足でした。

斎場御嶽は鬱蒼と茂る森の中に祭壇などが存在しており、とても神秘的な感じがしました。特に三庫理から久高島方向の景色はとてもきれいでした（当日は霧が出ていたため写真ではうまく映せてないですが、肉眼で見たときはとてもきれいでした）。20人以上参加者がいる場合は団体料金（200円）で入れるかもしれません（私の時は15人だったので通常料金300円でした）。

おきなわワールドではエイサーショー（10時30分～11時頃まで）が何といっても素晴らしかったです。上演中は撮影禁止のためその様子をお伝えできないのですが、太鼓を振り回しながら軽快なリズムに乗って激しく踊りまわる感じがとても心に残りました。また、このエイサーショーのあるエイサー広場とお土産屋・地ビール館・レストランまでは入園料不要で入れるためとてもお得です。ちなみに私の時、バスはおきなわワールドには10時15分着、11時30分発のスケジュールでした。

最後のひめゆりの塔では、塔と壕を前にガイドの方の説明を聞くことができます。時間はタイトだった（説明終了後自由時間は30分弱）ので私はパスしましたが、希望者はそのあと別料金で資料館の見学もできます。ここでは、目の前の土産屋でサーターアンダギー1個と交換できるクーポン券をもらいました。

このほかにも移動中もその場所場所の説明をガイドの方がしてくださるなど、総じて満足度の高いツアーでした。