All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

We traveled to Ishigaki Island for the first time as a couple. We signed up with the hope of efficiently exploring the surrounding islands.

<Iriomote Island>
On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a cruise along a river lined with mangroves. Although it was rainy, we were mostly sheltered inside the boat, so we could enjoy the experience without getting wet. I was worried because I had experienced seasickness the day before, but since it was a large boat, there was no concern about it rocking. After listening to the guide's explanation about the mangroves, we viewed a 400-year-old Sakishima Suo tree. It was magnificent.

<Yubu Island>
We rode on a smart water buffalo, and during the ride, the buffalo handler played and sang with a sanshin. It was a relaxing time. The meal prepared for us on Yubu Island was delicious, and even I, who usually can't finish my meals, ate everything. We had a little time here, so we could stroll around Yubu Island together.

<Taketomi Island>
The guide taught us how to find star sand, and we discovered a few pieces to take home as souvenirs. We also rode a water buffalo here, but it seemed that the one from Yubu Island was more hardworking, as ours didn’t move forward very quickly… haha. Taketomi Island is also a lovely place, and there were shops I wanted to visit, so I thought it would have been even better if we had more time to explore at our own pace.

<Summary>
It was a wonderful trip, and I was very satisfied with how efficiently we were able to visit the three islands! Having a guide allowed us to learn a lot about each island, so I recommend it for first-timers.

カップルで、初めて石垣島に旅行に行きました。
効率良く離島を巡りたいとの思いで申し込みました。

＜西表島＞
西表島では、左右にマングローブが広がる川をクルージング。
雨模様だったのですが、船の中だったので雨にほぼ当たることなく楽しむことができました。
前日に船酔いを体験していたので心配でしたが、大きい船だったので揺れる心配もありませんでした。
ガイドさんにマングローブの説明を聞いた後、樹齢400年のサキシマスオウノキを観覧。壮大でした。

＜由布島＞
賢い水牛さんに乗せてもらい、乗牛？中は牛使いの方が三線で弾き語り。
ゆったりとした時間に癒されました。
由布島でご用意頂いたご飯も美味しく、普段中々完食できない私も全て平らげました。
ここでは少し時間があり、二人で由布島内を散策できました。

＜竹富島＞
ガイドさんに星の砂の見つけ方を教えてもらい、いくつか発見。お土産に持って帰りました。
ここでも水牛さんに乗ったのですが、由布島の水牛さんの方が働き者らしく、
なかなか前に進みませんでした…笑
竹富島も素敵なところで入りたいお店等もあったので、
個人でゆっくり回れる時間があったらより良かったな、と思います＾＾

＜総括＞
とても良い旅で、三島を効率よく周ることができ大満足でした！
ガイドさんがいることで、その島について詳しく知ることができるので、
初めての方にはお勧めです。

The Churaumi Aquarium bus tour and three other spots is a great value. Such a low price for an all day tour. You get lunch, a small bowl of Okinawa Soba, at the Butterfly Garden, the aquarium, pineapple park, and the glass factor. We were a group of six, and at the aquarium, five of us got lost. I followed the guide (I understand Japanese) but the others (all Chinese) failed to follow. When I went back to where I last saw them, they were gone! The guide was very helpful. She helped me look for them and found three (including my husband), but the other two were still missing. She went back to the bus and found the other two, brought them back to us. Reunited! The dolphin show was very entertaining but I was eager to see the whale sharks at the aquarium. They had three whale sharks and my husband took some great photos. The other exhibits were hard to see, so many people! Chinese tourists everywhere! We spent three hours at the aquarium and then it was back to the bus. Next stop, Pineapple park, sampled different juices and baked goods. Final stop, Ryukyu glass factory. The pieces are very pretty but pricey so we spent the short time there eating purple potato ice cream, very good, you have to try it when you come to Okinawa.
It took another two hours to get back to Naha and we asked to be dropped off at Kokusaidori. Since we're all in the service industry, and because she was so helpful, we tipped the guide. There were only two things I didn't like about this tour. First, it took 15 minutes for us to walk from our hotel (Rihga Royal Gran) to the pick up hotel (Loisir). 2nd, lunch was too smal. We all could've eaten two bowls of noodles. We were all so hungry, we had the buffet dinner on the top floor of the Ryubo department store! Still, we had a good time!

Basically, I spent most of my time in the car, but I had a chance to get out three times to enjoy the scenery. The line at the cafeteria by the sea was too long, so there wasn't enough time to play.

基本的に車の中に、大部分の時間を過ごしたのですが、三つほど降りて風景を楽しむ機会があり、海へい公園の食堂の行列は長すぎて、遊ぶ時間は足りなかったです。

The tourist spots in the southern part of Okinawa are mostly covered, and both the guide and driver were very pleasant, making for a comfortable half-day experience. Seifa Utaki was a spot recommended by my nephew who lives in Okinawa, and it was great! If you go, definitely use a sightseeing tour! It's inexpensive and not tiring, plus I was able to ask the guide and driver various questions, which deepened my understanding of the local area!

沖縄南部の観光地はだいたい網羅されてて、また、ガイドさんドライバーさんもとっても感じよく半日でしたが快適にすごせました　斎場御嶽(せーふぁうたき）は沖縄に住む甥おすすめのスポットでよかったですよ　　いくならぜひ観光ツアー利用を！！安くて疲れないのに加えてガイドさんやドライバーにいろいろ質問きて地元の理解が深まりました！！

Had a great time on this bus tour however really wish we could have spent more time at each stop. I felt too rushed and couldn't enjoy the places as much as I would have liked. Definitely worth the price and will recommend to friends and family! A chunk of the trip was picking up and dropping off people to their hotels so the bus ride was very long but it was really convenient for us. Also you get free little gifts. We got a piece from the glass house and pineapple ice cream!

I was very satisfied with the one-day tour for 5,500 yen, both in terms of price and time savings. Moreover, both the guide and the driver were pleasant, making for a comfortable experience. The guide's sanshin performance and singing (with sign language included) were delightful, and they also encouraged us to do some exercises in the vehicle, which kept us from getting bored without being pushy. I truly felt this was what hospitality is all about. The guide's hospitality was outstanding.

55００円で一日観光はお値段的にも時間的にも節約できて大変満足です。しかも、ガイドさんもドライバーさんも感じよく快適に過ごせました。ガイドさんのさんしん・歌（しかも手話付）はちょっとしたもので、また、車内での体操も勧めてくれて退屈することなく、かといって押し付けるわけでもなく、これがおもてなしなんだなと感じました。ガイドさんのおもてなしは最高でした

It was a 3-night, 4-day trip during the first half of Golden Week. I was late in making the reservation for a rental car, and it was already impossible to rent one anywhere, but I found this tour and everyone in the family had a great time without a car! 😊

GW前半で3泊4日の旅行でした。レンタカーの予約手配がおそくなり、もうどこも借りられない状態でしたが、こちらのツアーを見つけて、車なしで家族全員が楽しめました＼(^o^)／

Since I had some time until my flight on the last day of my trip, I joined this tour. It was very convenient as I could get on and off near the hotel where I was staying. The bus guide provided detailed explanations about the spots we visited, which was very informative.

旅行最終日のフライトまで時間があったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
宿泊していたホテルの近くから乗降車でき、とても便利でした。
車内ではバスガイドの方が、まわるスポットについて詳しく説明してくださりとても勉強になりました。

I participated in the tour of the three islands: Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi for the first time.

During the first half of Golden Week, we were blessed with good weather, and the boat was completely stable, so I was worried about seasickness, but it was a comfortable tour! The mangrove cruise on Iriomote Island, after the rain, showcased the vibrant green of the mangroves contrasting beautifully with the green of Nakama River, making me feel like I had wandered into a jungle. The guide stopped the boat to carefully explain about the mangroves and took us to see the area where Japan's largest Sakishima suou tree grows. It was a massive tree, about 400 years old, and I could feel its power!

On Taketomi Island and Yufu Island, we rode on a water buffalo cart while the guide provided explanations and sang with a shamisen, making the entertainment absolutely wonderful. I had zenzai at a shaved ice shop introduced by the guide. It was the most delicious shaved ice I've ever had. I was truly impressed by the guide's thoughtfulness. Thank you very much!

西表・由布・竹富3島めぐりツアーに初めて参加してきました。

ＧＷの前半でお天気に恵まれ、船も全く揺れることがなく
船酔いを心配してましたが、快適なツアーでした！！
西表島のマングローブクルーズは、雨上がりでマングローブの色鮮やかなグリーンと
仲間川のグリーンのコントラストがジャングルに迷い込んだ感じでした。
ガイドさんは船を止めながらマングローブの説明を丁寧に話してくださったり、
日本最大級のサキシマスオウノキが生えている付近に船をとめて
見てきました。樹齢400年の大きな木でパワーを感じました！！
竹富島と由布島では、水牛車に乗りながらガイドさんの説明と三味線で
歌ってくださりエンターテイメントが最高に素晴らしかったです。
ガイドさんに紹介された、かき氷のお店でぜんざいを食べました。
今まで食べたかき氷で一番美味しかったです。ガイドさんの気配りに感激で
しました。有難うございます。

Encountered a mother and baby whale. The captain can tell how fast they dive underwater! The boat runs parallel to the whale, and when it dives and comes up again, it often appears very close to the boat. Of course, being a professional, that's to be expected, but I was thrilled to spend quite a long time with the mother and baby whale, sometimes as close as 20 to 30 meters from the boat.

The catamaran was sturdy against the waves, but it rocked quite a bit until we got closer to the Kerama Islands. According to my partner, nearly half of the passengers were using bags for motion sickness. The only ones left on the upper deck, cheering, were middle-aged men. I, who felt no motion sickness at all, had an emotional whale watching experience.

親子のクジラに遭遇。
水中に潜っているスピードが船長さんはわかるんですねぇ！
クジラと並行して船を走らせるのですが、クジラが潜って次に出てくる時に、殆ど船の近くに出現するんです。
勿論プロだから、と言ってしまえばそうなんでしょうが、ずいぶんと長い時間を親子のクジラと一緒に、しかも近い時には船から20～30ｍの近さで見られて感激しました。
揺れに強いカタマラン船でしたが慶良間諸島に近づくまでに結構揺れて、私の相方に言わせればほぼ半数近くの方々が袋を口にされていたそうです。
揺れの大きな屋上デッキに残って歓声を上げていたのは、すべて中高年の男性ばかり。
全く酔いのなかった私は、感動のホエールウォッチングでした。

It was great for those without a car to be able to visit popular tourist spots for this price! I was also happy to see more people than I expected!

I was surprised to find out that the admission fees for each facility were not included, but I guess that's how it is (laughs). It was free to enter or not, and since I had visited the Peace Memorial Park before, I spent time chatting with the souvenir shop lady nearby!

On the way to the airport, I asked the guide if we could stop at the outlet and Chura-san Beach, and they kindly agreed (maybe there was enough time?). Even though it caused some inconvenience to others, I was able to get off along the way! There were others who wanted to stop as well, so it might be good to incorporate that into the tour...?

There is a shuttle bus from the outlet park to the airport, so it was easy on the way back! Thank you for turning my free time on the last day into a fun and fulfilling experience!

車がない人には、この金額で人気の観光名所を回れるのはとても良かったです！
1人の人も思ったよりいたのも嬉しかった！

ただ各施設の入場料も込みだと勘違いしており驚きましたがまあそうでしょうでしょうね（笑）施設に入る入らないは自由でひめゆりの塔は以前にも伺ったことがあったので周りにあるおみやげやさんのおばちゃんとずっと話してました！
そこから空港に向かうのですが、途中にアウトレットと美らさんビーチがあるのでガイドさんに降ろしてもらえないかお願いした所快くOK頂き(時間などの余裕もあったのかな？)皆様にご迷惑をかけながらも途中下車させてもらえました！他にも降りたいという人がいらしたのでツアーの中に取り入れても良いのかも、、、？
アウトレットパークからは連絡バスが空港まで出てるので帰りも楽チンでした！
最終日の空いた時間を楽しい充実した時間に変えていただきありがとうございました！

◾️Iriomote Island
A captivating exotic paradise.
There, a real jungle cruise unfolds that could rival Disneyland...
There's no way to compete because this is the real deal.
The explanation of the mangroves by an equally exotic lady adds color to this cruise. It was a bit disappointing that two of us had to sit separately in a three-person seat.

◾️Yubu Island
An island where people live alongside water buffalo, Yubu Island.
The power is overwhelming, and the family tree in the center of the island marks its history.
The rapidly rising idol, Anzu-chan, has a cuteness that rivals any ordinary idol. "Take a cute photo with the water buffalo," and we ended up taking a cute picture together. Without hesitation, we purchased it for 1,300 yen.
We were thrilled by the many beautiful plants and butterflies‼︎
The brown sugar rum raisin ice cream from the beachside shop is exquisite. You must try it at least once.

◾️Taketomi Island
An island that preserves the good old traditions, Taketomi Island.
The sightseeing guide by the water buffalo, Bansaku, stirs the travelers' emotions. It was a bit disappointing that there wasn't enough time to explore the tourist spots on foot.
I only had time to stop by Kondoi Beach, which impresses beach lovers nationwide; I wished for more time to explore. It would have been even better if we could have chosen to rent bicycles.

◾️Overall
It can be summed up in one word: regrettable.
While the sightseeing was efficient and covered the main points, I wanted something that would leave a lasting impression. Something. When people are moved, the price becomes irrelevant.
If I were to put a price on this cruise, 8,000 yen would be reasonable. Additionally, a shuttle service back to the hotel should be included.
I wish for further success and growth, and I conclude with this note.

◾️西表島
魅惑のエキゾチックいりおもて。
そこには、ディズニーランド顔負けのリアルジャングルクルーズが広がっていた…
勝てる訳がない、何故ならこちらが本物なのだから。
同じくエキゾチックなお姉さんによるマングローブの説明がこのクルーズに彩りを添える。席が3人掛けで2人別れてしまったのはいささか残念だった。

◾️由布島
水牛と共に生きる島、由布島。
その迫力は圧巻、島の中央に備える家系図にはその歴史が刻まれている。
人気急上昇アイドル、あんずちゃん。そんじょそこらのアイドルには負けない可愛さがある。『キレイに撮れ水牛』、と我々まで一緒に可愛く写真を撮ってしまった。迷わず1300円で購入である。
たくさんの美しい植物や、蝶々に感激‼︎
浜辺のアイスクリーム屋さんの黒糖ラムレーズンは絶品。一度ご賞味あれ。

◾️竹富島
古き良き伝統を守る島、竹富島。
水牛の萬作による観光案内は人々の旅情をくすぐる。まわった観光名所を自分の足で回れる時間が無かったのは少々残念だ。
全国のビーチ通を唸らせるコンドイビーチも寄るだけ、探索する時間が欲しかった。レンタサイクルが選べたら尚良かった。

◾️全体
惜しい、の一言に尽きる。
サクサク観光でポイントは抑えている。が激烈に感動する何かが欲しいのだ。何かが。人は感動すればプライスはどうでも良くなる。
もし今回のクルーズにプライスをつけるとしたら8000円が妥当であろう。また、帰りはホテルまでの送迎をつけるべきである。
さらなる飛躍、健闘を祈って末筆とする。

I participated alone, but I had a great time! It was nice to be able to tour Ishigaki Island in half a day. The local guide in the car played the sanshin and sang for us. That was great too. The lunch was very delicious, and the view was wonderful; it was the best! I gave it four stars because the schedule felt a bit rushed, which was a shame.

一人で参加しましたが、楽しめました！
半日で石垣島を観光できたのがよかったです。
車内では名物ガイドのおじさんが三線と歌を聞かせてくれます。
それもまたいいです。
ランチはとても美味しくて、景色もよくて、最高でした！
ちょっとスケジュール的にせわしない感じが残念だったので星4つで。

On April 22, I participated in a tour of the three islands: Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island. The weather forecast had predicted rain, but fortunately, we were blessed with good weather! Since my hotel was near Ishigaki Port, I completed the check-in early and was able to board, securing a nice window seat for a comfortable cruising experience.

On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a boat ride along the Nakama River, which flows through mangrove forests, allowing us to experience the subtropical atmosphere. We also had time to take photos of rare trees like the Sakishima Suo, which I thought was great.

On Yufu Island, we leisurely crossed the island by water buffalo cart and enjoyed beautiful flowers, butterflies, and manta ray beaches. At the Bougainvillea Garden, there were camera stands set up for self-photos, and we were able to take pictures together. Surprisingly, there were not many people, making it quite a hidden gem!

At the butterfly garden, there were golden cocoons, which I definitely recommend seeing. I took my time on Yufu Island, which allowed me to fully enjoy the experience!

Taketomi Island is a small island where we explored coral stone walls, rows of red-tiled houses, and the star sand beach at Kaiji Beach. However, it was unfortunate that we didn't have enough time, and the tour of the town by water buffalo cart felt rushed, leaving little time for taking photos. I think it would have been even better if we could have delayed our return to Ishigaki Island a bit to have more time on Taketomi Island!

Overall, I had a great time touring the three islands with lunch included for this price! (*^▽^*)

４月２２日に、西表島・由布島・竹富島の３島巡りに参加しました。
事前の天気予報では雨だったのですが、うれしいことにお天気に恵まれました！
石垣港の近くのホテルだったので、早めに手続きを済ませ、乗船できたので窓側の良い席が取れて快適なクルージングでした。
　西表島では、マングローブ林の中を流れる仲間川をボートで遊覧し、亜熱帯の雰囲気を味わいました。　サキシマスオウの木等、珍しい木の写真撮影の時間も取ってくれて、良いと思います。
　由布島では、水牛車でゆっくりと島に渡り、島内できれいな花や、蝶々、マンタの浜などを満喫しました。
ブーゲンビレアガーデンでは、セルフで写真が撮れるようにカメラ台も置いてあって、一緒に写真も撮れました。　意外に人が少なくなかなかの穴場ですよ！
蝶々園では、金の繭があり、これは是非見てほしいですね。
由布島での時間をゆっくり取っていたので、存分に楽しめました！
　竹富島は小さな島で、サンゴの石垣と、赤瓦の家並み、星の砂のガイジ浜を巡りました。
しかし、時間に余裕がなく、水牛車での町並み巡りも、写真をじっくり取る時間もなく慌ただしかったのは残念です・・・。　　石垣島へ帰る時間を少し遅らせて、竹富島での時間に余裕が出来れば、もっともっと良かったと思います！
全体的には、３島を巡って、昼食付きでこの料金で、大変楽しかったです(*^▽^*)

I had planned to go to a remote island, but due to the rain forecast the day before, I changed my plans and booked this tour the day before. I was relieved to see that there were several people participating alone as well.

At Sefa Utaki, the ground was a bit uncertain due to the rain from the previous day, but it was not a problem. The guide's thorough explanations were very educational.

Along the way, we had the option to choose between Okinawa World or Shinbaru Beach. I chose the beach. We had about an hour and a half, and I was able to ride a glass-bottom boat and then take a break at a café.

I had a very fulfilling time. Thank you very much.

離島に行く予定でしたが、前日の天気予報で雨だったので 予定を変更して 前日にこちらのツアーを申し込みました。
ひとりで参加している方も数名いて安心しました。
斎場御嶽は前日の雨で足元が不安でしたが、問題なかったです。
ガイドさんの丁寧な説明でとても勉強になりました。
途中、おきなわワールドか新原ビーチの選択ができました。わたしはビーチを選択しました。１時間半くらい時間がありグラスボートに乗ってからカフェでひと休みすることも出来ました。
とても充実した時間を過ごす事が出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

I participated in a tour of the three islands: Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi. First, I was picked up by bus at my accommodation. The bus driver was friendly, and his careful driving made me feel safe.

Upon arriving at Ishigaki Port, I completed the check-in and received my tickets. The place was bustling with more people than I had expected. We had some time to spare before the boat's departure, so I took a stroll around the port area. There were statues of famous people, and before I knew it, it was time for the boat to leave.

We first arrived at Iriomote Island. We cruised along the river, receiving thorough explanations at key points, which made it easy to understand. We even had time to take photos by a large tree, making for a very satisfying Iriomote Island experience.

Next, we crossed to Yufu Island by water buffalo cart. The island had a botanical garden and a gelato shop, and I enjoyed it so much that I wished I had more time. Lunch was also provided, and it was delicious, leaving me very satisfied.

Finally, we went to Taketomi Island. We took our time exploring the island by water buffalo cart. Riding around the scenery I had seen in magazines was fantastic. I was truly happy to end the tour feeling very satisfied. I'm glad I chose this tour.

西表･由布･竹富3島めぐり ツアーに参加してきましたー。
まずは宿泊場所までバスにてお迎えがありました。
バスの運転手も気さくな方で運転も丁寧で安心できました。
石垣港に到着しまして、受付を済ましチケット等をいただきました。
当日は予想を超える人で賑わっておりました。
船の出発時間まで少し時間ができましので港付近を散歩をしました。
有名な方の銅像などあり、暇をすることなく、あっという間に船の出発時間になりました。
まずは西表島に着きました。
リバーをクルーズし、要所要所で丁寧な説明を受け分かりやすかったです。
大きな木のところで写真を撮る時間もいただき大満足な西表島観光でした。
次に由布島に水牛車で渡りました。
島では植物園などジェラート屋などもあり、時間が足りないぐらい満喫できました。
昼食も用意されていまして、味もおいしく大満足できました。
最後に竹富島に行きました。
水牛車で島内を時間かけて周りました。
雑誌で見たことある景色を水牛車で周るのは最高でした。
大満足でツアーを終了することができ本当によかったです。
このツアーを選んでよかったです。

Overall, for 1,400 yen, being picked up nearby and having the history of Okinawa explained at three locations was a great deal. I am very satisfied.

とにかく1400円で近くまで迎えに来てくれて、三箇所周り沖縄の歴史を説明してくれるまでを考えると、かなりお得なプランでした。大満足です。

After contacting them, we were picked up at the hotel. Two elderly couples and two boys, aged 5 and 9, boarded the boat and arrived in about 10 minutes. A glass-bottom boat was waiting for us, and we enjoyed a leisurely ride on a water buffalo while admiring the beautiful coral. Since we had free time, we rented bicycles and enjoyed a pleasant cycling experience while searching for star sand in the coral sea. We then took the boat back and were dropped off at the hotel. It was an excellent tour.

連絡の上にホテル迄の迎え、荷物もなしに身軽に年配の2組の夫婦に5才と9才の男の子が船に乗って、10分位で到着。すぐにグラスボートが待っていて素晴らしいサンゴを見てゆっくりと水牛に乗っての散歩、時間が自由なので自転車を借りてサンゴの海でゆっくり星の砂を探し気持ちの良いサイクリングを楽しみ又船に乗り、ホテル迄送って貰いました。申し分ないツァーでした。

Visit to the butterfly park was surprisingly wonderful but just about 15 minutes self tour would be really a deadly rush. Sufficient time to fool around the Churaumi Aquarium after the light lunch. Thumbs up ! Pineapple park tour was related products hard sell yet a good try. The last stop was merely a stop. After all, visit to the Churaumi Aquarium alone worth the value of the whole tour.

I signed up because I could get to the airport at just the right time. To be honest, I wasn't expecting much, but I had a great time.

If the weather had been nice, it would have been perfect, but unfortunately, it was cloudy. Even so, I enjoyed a delicious lunch at a restaurant with an outstanding view.

The guide's sanshin and yunta made me feel like I was in Ishigaki, and I appreciated the detailed explanations.

丁度いい時間に空港まで行けるので申し込みました。
実をいうと余り期待していなかったのですが、楽しかったです。

お天気が良ければ最高だったのですが、あいにくの曇り空。
それでも、眺めが抜群のレストランでの昼食をおいしくいただきました。

ガイドさんの三線とユンタは、石垣に居るぞって実感できましたし、
詳しい説明も有りがたかったです。

The guide acknowledges that this is a fast-paced tour. It's perfect for those who want to see the highlights and finish sightseeing by the afternoon. I wanted to visit the Sefa Utaki, but since the public bus service was extremely limited, I joined this tour instead.

Sefa Utaki is truly a power spot. It might be a place better suited for a quiet visit alone, but since the guide provides detailed explanations, I recommend taking the tour for your first visit. The next stop, Gyokusendo Cave, can be passed through quickly, allowing time to enjoy local beer near the exit. Finally, the Himeyuri Monument is a must-visit when in Okinawa. I hope this place remains preserved.

ガイドさんも認めていますが、早回り、駆け足のツアーです。見所はしっかり回れるので午前中でなんとか観光をすませたいという方にはピッタリかと。わたしは斎場御嶽に行きたかったのですが公共のバスの本数が極端に少なかったのでこちらのツアーに参加しました。
斎場御嶽はまさにパワースポット。1人でひっそりと訪れるのが向いている場所かもしれませんが、ガイドさんが細かいことまで丁寧に説明してくださるので一度目はツアーがおすすめです。その次の玉泉洞は、少し急ぎ足で鍾乳洞を通過すれば、出口付近にある地ビールやでビールを飲む時間は確保できます。最後のひめゆりの塔は、沖縄に来たら必ず訪れるべき場所です。この場所が風化しないことを祈ります。

The guide's talk was enjoyable and it was really great. The reason for one star minus is that the food was not delicious.

ガイドさんの喋りも楽しく♫凄く良かったです。
星マイナス一つの理由は、食事が美味しく無かったです。

The weather was pleasantly warm for April, and there were a total of 17 people on the tour. Throughout the trip, I was comforted by the attentiveness of our guide, Touma. The driver, Chinen, was also very friendly, which contributed to the great atmosphere of the tour. The first stop was Kouri Island, a beach where nature still remains. Although the beach season hadn't started yet, we were able to get close to the sandy shore and feel the waters of Okinawa.

This was a return visit to the Churaumi Aquarium, but on the way, I was able to see the emerald green sea shining from the car window and take photos, which left me in awe of its beauty. The photo is of our guide in front of the entrance to the Churaumi Aquarium, and he had a very cheerful expression. Inside the vehicle, he played the sanshin and sang famous Okinawan songs (like "Asada" and "Nada Sousou"), and he shared stories about Okinawa while mimicking his grandmother's voice, providing excellent service and being a wonderful person.

I have experienced various guides and tour conductors both domestically and internationally, but those who have a genuine desire to host their guests leave a lasting impression and make the travel memories even more profound. One disappointment was that our stay at Ryukyu Village was short, and we could only see one event (a 10-minute Ryukyu dance). It would have been better if the time allocation allowed us to see at least two events. On the way back, we were able to make a stop at Makishi Park, which was not listed in the itinerary, so that was a nice bonus. I would love to participate in another tour with such wonderful staff. Thank you very much.

お天気は４月にしては暑いくらいの好天、総勢17名のツアーでした。終始ガイド・とうまさんの気配りに癒されました。ドライバーさん(知念さん)も愛想の良い方で、ツアーの雰囲気が良かったです。最初に訪れた古宇利島は未だ自然が残る海水浴場で、海開きはしていませんでしたが、砂浜まで近づいて沖縄の海を感じることができました。美ら海水族館は再訪になりますが、道中エメラルドグリーンに輝く海を車窓から見る&写真を撮ることができ、その美しさに感動しました。写真はガイドさんで美ら海水族館の入口前で記念撮影したものですが、とてもにこやかな表情で、車内では三線を引きながら沖縄の名曲(童歌・あさだ・涙そうそう等)を歌ってくれたり、出身地のおばあの声を真似して沖縄の話をしてくれたり、サービス満点で素敵な方でした。国内外でいろいろなガイドさん・添乗員さんの接客を経験していますが、やはりお客様をもてなす気持ちがある方は印象に残り、旅の思い出をより一層感慨深いものにしてくれると思います。残念だったのは、琉球村の滞在時間が短くて、イベントが一つ(琉球舞踊10分)しか見られなかったこと。せめて二つ位イベントが見られるように時間配分をしてくれるともっと良かったと思います。帰路、日程表に記載がない宿泊先近くの牧志公園でも途中下車できたので、それも助かりました。またこういう素敵な乗務員のツアーに参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

The time allocation was just right, allowing us to visit various places, and I was very satisfied with the cost of the bus tour! We spent 20 minutes on Kouri Island, which was enjoyable enough to play on the beach in April. We also had plenty of time to leisurely explore the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium! For lunch, I thought we might not have much time, but I was able to enjoy delicious taco rice while watching the fish at the aquarium! The subsequent visit to the Okashi Goten was great, with lots of snacks available, and we had 30 minutes to enjoy some tastings. Personally, I found the final stop at Ryukyu Mura to be very fun! We could see various types of traditional houses, there were cows and goats, and we could take pictures with them. The area was filled with greenery, flowers, and butterflies, making it very rich in experiences. There were also activities like painting shisa, weaving, and trying out the sanshin, which were all incredibly fun and highly recommended! The guide for this bus tour, Ms. Higa, was charming and taught us folk songs and dances, as well as performed kamishibai, so we were never bored during the travel time! I would love to participate again. Thank you!

時間配分もちょうどよく、色々まわれて、金額的にも大満足なバスツアーでした！
古宇利島は20分でしたが、4月なので足を付けて浜で遊ぶ程度には楽しかったです。美ら海水族館も自由にゆっくり回れました！お昼ごはんも、あまり時間がないのかと思ってましたが、水族館で魚を見ながらおいしいタコライスを食べることができました！その後の御菓子御殿は、たくさんのお菓子があり、30分なので試食も楽しめました。個人的には最後の琉球村が、とても楽しかったです！昔の色んな種類の民家を見ることが出来たり、牛やヤギがいて、一緒に写真を撮れたり、緑や花や蝶もたくさんでとにかく盛りだくさんでした。シーサーに色を塗ったり、機織りものをしたり、三線を体験できるコーナーなどもあり、すごく楽しかったしおすすめです！
今回のバスツアーのガイドの比嘉さんも可愛らしく、民謡や、踊りを教えてくれたり、紙芝居をしてくださったり、盛りだくさんなので、移動時間もまったく飽きることがなかったです！
また参加したいです。ありがとうございました！

This is my second time participating, and each time the water buffalo is different, which makes it enjoyable. The weather was really nice for this event. My elementary school daughter was delighted to ride with the handsome Yujiro. We had a great time while being healed by the sounds of Okinawan folk songs. I would love to participate again.

今回で2回目の参加ですが、毎度水牛車の牛さんが違うので、楽しめます。すごくいいお天気での参加でした。イケメン裕次郎君に乗せてもらい、小学生の娘は喜んでいました。
沖縄民謡の歌声に癒されながら、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
また、参加したいです。

There were quite a few foreign tourists on the tour. The boat was rocking quite a bit, but I didn't see anyone getting seasick. The guide was really good at spotting whales, and it was great to see a mother and calf whale. It was my first time whale watching, so I'm glad I got to see them.

ツアーは外国人の方がわりと多めだったかな？船はけっこう揺れてたけど、酔ってる人は特に見当たらなかったですね。ガイドさんがホエールをめっちゃ探してくれて、親子のホエールも見れてよかったです。初めてのホエールウォッチングだったので見れてよかったです。

You can make the most of your limited time on the islands! You can see mangroves, ride a water buffalo cart, search for star sand, and do various activities, allowing you to efficiently enjoy the highlights. However, please note that this tour may not be suitable for those who want to spend a leisurely time on the islands.

限られた滞在時間で離島のいいとこ取りができます！
マングローブを見たり、水牛車に乗ったり、星砂を探したり…と、いろいろできるので、ポイントを効率よく観光できます♪
ただ、離島でノンビリとした時間を過ごしたい人には向かないツアーではあるので、ご注意ください(^-^)

I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful seas of Okinawa, such as Manza Beach and Kouri Island.

At the Churaumi Aquarium, I had three hours of free time and had a great time.

However, I was a bit disappointed that I didn't have enough time at Nago Pineapple Park.

Overall, I was able to enjoy the nature of Okinawa sufficiently.

万座毛や小宇利島など沖縄の美しい海を満喫できました。

美ら海水族館では、３時間のフリータイムもあり十分楽しめました。

ただナゴパイナップルパークでの滞在時間が足りなかったのは少し残念でした。

総合的に考えると十分沖縄の自然を楽しめました。

There were many foreign tourists on the tour. The pickup in the morning was late and past the scheduled time, so I contacted the tour company, but it was outside of business hours and went to voicemail. Other foreign tourists who were waiting seemed anxious as well. After arriving, the guide apologized for the delay due to traffic, but I hope it would be possible to get in touch even in the morning.

The tour content was great as we were able to visit all the places we wanted to go. The Churaumi Aquarium was also enjoyable.

外国人の方が多いツアーでした。朝の出発の迎えが遅く、指定時間を過ぎていたのでツアー会社に連絡しましたが営業時間外とのことで留守電でした。同じように待っていた外国人の方も不安そうにされていました。到着後、渋滞で遅くなったとガイドさんが謝られていましたが、朝でも連絡が取れるといいな、と思います。

ツアー内容は、行きたい所に全て行けたのでよかったです。 美ら海水族館も楽しかったです。

The first hour was spent on pickups at several locations around the hotel. Well, it couldn't be helped, but I was quite frustrated at first since I boarded from Kencho-mae. Especially since it was multilingual, most of the other passengers were Chinese and a few groups of Koreans. However, it seemed that many were used to traveling abroad, so there were no particularly bad manners, and I didn't have an unpleasant experience.

The tour itself was efficient, covering central Okinawa and the Churaumi Aquarium well. The bus had Wi-Fi, so it was nice to be able to check information online during the ride. Particularly at the Churaumi Aquarium, we had plenty of time, so I was able to fully enjoy it. On the other hand, the Nago Pineapple Park was more disappointing than I expected. However, the pineapple ice cream recommended by the tour guide was really delicious.

朝の1時間はホテルを何か所がまわるピックアップに費やされました。まあ、仕方がないのですが、県庁前から乗車したので最初は結構イライラしました。とくに多言語対応でしたので、私たち以外はほとんどが中国人と数組の韓国人でした。まあ、海外旅行慣れしている方が多かったらしく、特にマナーが悪いということもなく不愉快な思いはしませんでした。
ツアー自体は内容や行程も沖縄中部や美ら海水族館を効率よく回ることができ、バスはwifiもあるので移動中はネットで情報を確認したりできてよかったです。特に美ら海水族館ではたっぷり時間をとっていただいてあったので十分満喫できました。反対に、ナゴパイナップルパークは予想以上にちゃちなものでがっかりでした。ただし、添乗員さんお勧めのパイナップルアイスは本当においしかったです。