All Reviews for Bus Tours

When I first visited Ishigaki Island, I drove around for a day with a rental car, but this time the sightseeing bus tour included explanations at key points, making it an enjoyable experience.

初めて石垣島に行った時はレンタカーで1日ドライブしましたが、今回の観光バスツアーは要所要所の説明もあり、楽しいものでした。

利点：
- 時間を節約できる
- 一日に多くの場所を訪れることができる
- 車を借りたりタクシーで移動する必要がない
- 自分で計画する必要がない
- 非常に構造化されている

欠点：
- 非常に構造化されている
- 急かされているように感じる
- バスに間に合うか常に心配になる
- 各場所での時間が非常に短く感じる

私たちは急いで次の場所に移動するタイプではありませんが、チュラウミ水族館に行きたかったので、このツアーの一つを選びました。正直なところ、私と息子は水族館で一日を過ごす方が好ましいです。一つの場所を訪れるために同じ金額を支払って、急かされることなく過ごしたいです。

The pros :
- You can save time
-You get to visit many places in one day
-No need to rent a car or travel by taxi
- No need to organize it yourself
- very structured

The cons:
- Very structured
- It feels like we're being rushed
- Always worried about making it to the bus on time
- Time feels very short for each place.

We're not the type to rush from one place to another but we really wanted to go to Churaumi aquarium and this was one of the tours available. Honeslty me and my son would prefer to spend one day at the aquarium. I would pay the same amount to visit just one place and not feel so rushed.

Although the rainy season was approaching, we were able to enjoy ourselves as a family in the pleasant weather that wasn't too hot. Riding on a water buffalo cart while listening to folk songs was the best experience.

梅雨入り間近でしたが、快晴で暑すぎず家族で楽しむことができました。水牛の牛車に乗りながら民謡を聴けたのは最高でした。

The sacred site of Sefa Utaki on Okinawa Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is truly a mystical space in nature that cleanses the soul. I believe it's a must-visit when you come to Okinawa.

Okinawa World is also packed with traditional Okinawan culture, featuring shows like Eisa and the Habu and Mongoose show, as well as a tropical fruit garden and Habu Museum Park that can only be found in the tropics. I was very satisfied with the many attractions. The limestone cave Gyokusendo is an extraordinary space created by nature, and just entering it is incredibly worthwhile. The bus guide was also very wonderful! You can also stop by Naha Airport on the way back, so I recommend it for your last day!

世界遺産の沖縄本島の聖地 斎場御嶽は本当に大自然の中の神秘的な空間で心が洗われました。沖縄に来たら絶対来るべきだと思います。
おきなわワールドも園内にギュっと沖縄伝統文化が凝縮されていて、エイサーやハブとマングースのショーが観れたり、南国でしか見れない熱帯フルーツ園やハブ博物公園なと沢山のコンテンツで大満足でした。鍾乳洞の玉泉洞は大自然が生んだ非日常空間で ここに入るだけでもめちゃめちゃ価値があります。バスガイドさんもとても素敵でした！帰路は那覇空港にも寄ってもらえますので最終日にもオススメです！

I was efficiently guided to popular spots in Okinawa such as Churaumi Aquarium, Manzamo, and Kouri Island, and the bus guide's stories were truly wonderful and captivating! The pineapples at Pineapple Park were incredibly delicious! The cost performance and time performance were both excellent, and on the way back, I was able to see the sunset sinking into the horizon from the bus! It was really great!

美ら海水族館や万座毛、古宇利島など沖縄の人気スポットを効率的に案内してもらえた上にバスガイドさんのお話が大変素晴らしく面白くて聞き入ってしまいました！パイナップルパークのパイナップルはめちゃめちゃ美味しかったです！コストパフォーマンスもタイムパフォーマンスも最高で、帰路には社内から水平線へと沈みゆく夕陽も見ることが出来ました！本当に良かったです！

I was drawn by the water buffalo, and I took a leisurely stroll around Taketomi Island, enjoying the sound of the sanshin and beautiful singing. It was a wonderfully healing and enjoyable trip.

水牛の真栄くんに引かれて竹富島の中をのんびり散歩､三線の音色に素敵な歌声､最高に癒される楽しい旅でした。

It was a trip where we didn't rent a car, so it was great that we could efficiently visit the tourist spots! My husband, who was visiting Okinawa for the first time, was also happy!

レンタカーを借りない旅行だったので
効率よく観光地を回れたので良かったです！
初めての沖縄だった主人も喜んでました！

I used to be a tour guide, so I've been to Okinawa many times for work, but it was my husband and son's first time there. I wanted them to experience the main tourist spots, so I intentionally joined a tour.

The tour itself was broad but shallow, so I think some people might feel that they needed a bit more time.

I was very satisfied, and the guide entertained us with songs and dances on the bus. We encountered a downpour on Kouri Island, but that became a nice memory (laughs).

My son seemed to really enjoy the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and said he would like to go again if there’s another opportunity.

I was surprised by how much Manza Beach had changed since I last visited, but even under the cloudy sky, the color of the sea at Manza Beach was wonderful.

If I could wish for something, I would have liked to see the Eisa performance at Ryukyu Village until the end.

昔添乗員をしていたので沖縄は何度も仕事で行ってましたが、主人と息子は初めての沖縄だったので、メインの観光地を味わって欲しくて、あえてツアーに参加させて頂きました。

ツアー自体は浅く広くなので、どうしても、もう少し時間があればと感じる方もいると思います。

私としては大満足でガイドさんも歌あり踊りありと車内で楽しませてくれました。
古宇利島でスコールにあってしまいましたが、それもまた良い思い出かな(笑)

息子は美ら海水族館がかなり気に入ったようで、また機会があれば行きたいと言っていました。

久しぶりに行った万座毛の変わりようにビックリしてしいましたが、あの曇り空の中でも万座毛の海の色は素晴らしかったです。

欲を言えば琉球村でのエイサーショーを最後までみたかったかな～。

I was able to enjoy sightseeing in Okinawa at a lower cost and with more ease than renting a taxi!

I really appreciated that they accepted my request to split up along the way.

タクシーを借りるよりも低コスト&ラクに
沖縄観光を楽しむことができました！

途中解散したい希望も受け入れてくださり
とてもありがたかったです！

I was looking for a half-day tour that would allow me to return on an evening flight, so I really appreciated the early morning tour. The mangroves in Iriomote were impressive! We were able to take our time exploring while receiving explanations on the boat, which allowed us to take photos from various angles.

The water buffalo ride to Yufu was more amusing and cute than I expected. It seems that each water buffalo has its own personality; the one I rode was a boy who tended to slack off by looking around while walking. It seemed like he deliberately walked slowly or stopped. When he stopped, I had to tap his rear with a fly swatter to signal him to move. I was told that this one takes longer to cross to the shore, so I got to ride him the longest! The guide mentioned that customers are lucky to have this one.

Traveling while listening to the melody of the sanshin was a very heartwarming experience. The lunch we had in Yufu was also incredibly delicious! This tour requires very little physical effort, so even in the hot Okinawa weather, I think elderly people and those with children would be very satisfied!

夕方の便で帰れる半日ツアーを探してたので、朝早くからのツアーはとても有り難かったです。
西表のマングローブは見応えがありましたね！
船で説明を受けながらゆっくりまわっていただけたので左右見ながらあちこちの写真を撮る事も出来ました。
由布までの水牛は思ってたよりオモシロ可愛い♡水牛にも性格があるらしく、私が乗った子は途中で周りを見ながら歩くのをサボるタイプの男の子でした。笑　わざとゆっくり歩いたり止まってるみたいです。止まった時はハエ叩きでお尻をペンペン、合図して歩かせてました。この子は岸に渡るまで時間がかかるから1番長く乗っていれる子！お客さんラッキーですよと言われました。
さんしんのメロディを聴きながらの移動はとてもほっこり良い時間を過ごせます。
由布でいただいたランチの味も凄く美味しいです！
このツアーは体力を使う事がほとんどない為、暑い沖縄ですがご高齢の方や子連れの方も大満足できると思います！！

The buffalo cart ride across the island was relaxing and gave me a laid-back feeling. The sightseeing on the island with the buffalo cart was delightful, especially watching the clever buffalo.

水牛車での島渡りはのんびりとして、ゆったりとした気分でした。水牛車の島内観光は、賢い水牛の様子が可愛かったです。

The views from Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki were equally stunning. The bus guide's commentary matched the scenery outside the window and included some informative stories, which made everyone's applause grow louder. It was enjoyable.

川平湾と玉取崎の眺望は甲乙つけがたし、素晴らしかった。
バスガイドさんの話は、車窓の景色に合っているし、ためになる話もあって、皆の拍手が段々大きくなる。楽しかった。

I made a reservation for the second day of a two-night, three-day schedule in Ishigaki Island. It was a packed experience starting early in the morning, so I was exhausted on the way back. It was very convenient that they provided transportation from the morning meeting point to the hotel and also back to the hotel after the activities. I was torn between this plan and one that included a tour of Taketomi Island, but I’m glad I chose this plan because it allowed me to relax a bit after returning to Ishigaki Island until the evening.

石垣島２泊3日スケジュールの2日目に予約しました。朝早い時間から盛りだくさんの体験だったので、帰りはぐったり。朝の集合からホテルに送迎くださり終了後もホテルまで送迎をお願いできたのがとても楽でした。
他のプランで竹富島を巡るプランと迷いましたが、石垣島に戻ってから夜まで少しゆっくりできたのも、このプランで良かったです。

The mangroves of Iriomote Island, which feels like Japan yet not quite Japan, are definitely worth seeing. The Yubu Island tour also embodies the essence of traveling to the remote islands of Okinawa. I traveled with my parents in their 70s, and they were extremely satisfied as it was their first time visiting the remote islands of Okinawa. By the way, I also had children aged 1, 2, and 4, and except for the 1-year-old, the other kids were running around excitedly. It was fantastic.

日本であって、日本ではない西表島のマングローブは一見の価値観有りです。
また、由布島ツアーもこれぞ沖縄離島旅猿という感じ。
７０代の両親を連れての旅行でしたが、初めて沖縄離島を音ずれた両親は大満足の様子でした。
ちなみに、１歳、２歳、４歳の子供もいましたが、１歳の子供以外ははしゃぎまわってしました。
最高でした。

Since it's a half-day itinerary, there are no particular issues. If I had to suggest something, since it ends in the early afternoon, it might be nice to include a lunch spot that can only be reached by bus. Alternatively, it could be added to the course as a stop.

半日行程なので特段の問題なし。
強いて言えば、昼過ぎに終わるので、どうせならどこかバスでしか行けないようなランチを組み込めばいいのかなと。若しくはその場所までコースに入れるとか。

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island and I only had one day of free time, I booked a bus tour to make the most of it! We visited famous spots, and since the tour ended early, I was able to buy souvenirs and go to a restaurant I had been looking forward to! There were also gravel paths and mountain trails, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes! The area with palm trees felt like a jungle, so it might be good to have insect repellent and a light jacket!

初めての石垣島かつ1日しか自由に使える時間がなかったので、効率よくまわりたくバスツアーを予約しました！
有名なところを回ってくださり、早めの解散だったためお土産を買ったり楽しみにしていたご飯屋さんに行くこともできました！
砂利道や山道を歩くこともあったので、歩きやすい靴で行くことをお勧めします！
ヤシの木のところはジャングルみたいな感じだったので、虫除けや羽織ものなどあると良いかなと思います！

It was fun. I don't have a license, so it was helpful. VERTRA offers many efficient tours. It was disappointing that there were areas we couldn't enter at the Sefa Utaki. The Shisa dance at Okinawa World is enjoyable no matter how many times you see it.

楽しかったです。免許持っていないので助かりました。VERTRAさんは無駄がないツアーが多いです。斎場御獄が入れない箇所がありましたので残念でした。おきなわワールドのシーサーの踊りは何度見ても楽しいです。

The mangrove boat tour had a relaxed schedule, allowing us to cruise while enjoying the beautiful mangroves. We traveled to Yubu Island on a water buffalo cart, and the butterflies in the botanical garden on Yubu Island were particularly stunning. This tour was enjoyable for everyone, from children to the elderly, even for those who may not be very physically active. It would have been even better if the weather had been sunny, but the rain stopped on Yubu Island, making it comfortable and not too hot.

マングローブのボートツアーの時間もゆったりあって、沢山のマングローブを眺めながらクルージングができ、由布島までは水牛の牛舎に乗って、行ききし、由布島の植物園の中の蝶々がとくに綺麗でした。そんなに体力に自信のない人も、子供からお年寄りまでのんびり楽しめるツアーでした。これで晴れてたらもっと最高でしたが、由布島では雨も止み、暑すぎずに過ごしやすかったです。

It was my first time in Okinawa, and I wanted to explore various places, but since I didn't have a car, I decided to use a bus tour this time. Many tours only depart from Naha City, but this one was the only one that started from a hotel in Onna Village, and they also provided a return trip, which I really appreciated.

That day, there were few passengers, creating a homely and relaxed atmosphere. The tour included all the places I wanted to visit in Okinawa, and the ticket prices for both the Churaumi Aquarium and Pineapple Park were included, making it feel like a great deal. It was the day the rainy season started, and there was heavy rain, so I couldn't enjoy the view at Manza Beach, but I think I'll save that for my next visit.

The bus guide was also a very nice person who provided a lot of interesting explanations about Okinawa, which was fascinating for me as a first-timer. They even sang Okinawan songs, which was enjoyable. Thank you very much!

Next time, I would like to use this tour again when the weather is clear during my next visit to Okinawa.

初めての沖縄だったので、色々周りたいけど車も無かったので今回バスツアーを利用しました。
那覇市内からしか出発していないツアーが多く、恩納村に宿泊していたのでここのツアーが唯一恩納村のホテルから出発できて、帰りも送っていただけるということでとても有り難かったです。

この日は搭乗人数も少なくアットホームで自由な雰囲気でした^^
沖縄の行っておきたかった場所が全て詰まっていて、美ら海水族館かパイナップルパークのチケット代も含まれてこの価格はとてもお得だと感じました。
梅雨入りの日ですごい大雨で万座毛などは眺められませんでしたがまた次来た時の楽しみに取っておこうと思います。
バスガイドさんもとても人柄の良い方で、沖縄について色々な説明を沢山してくださり、初めてだった私にはどれも興味深かったです。
沖縄の歌も歌ってくださり楽しめました。
ありがとうございました^^

次は晴れてる時に、また沖縄に来た際は利用したいです。

I'm glad I was able to visit the main tourist spots in Ishigaki Island in half a day. There was a bit of concern when the driver hit the mirror and we had to switch buses, but we ended up finishing the tour on schedule without any delays. It would have been even better if we could have spent a little more time at each spot. I really appreciated being able to visit places like the Yonehara Yaeyama Palm Forest, which are difficult to reach on your own.

半日で石垣島のメイン観光スポットを回れて良かった。
出発時にドライバーがミラーぶつけてバス乗り換えトラブルがあり心配されたが日程に遅れも生じず順調に観光が終えられたので、各スポットでの時間をもう少し長く取られるともっと良かったと思う。
米原八重山ヤシ原生林など個人では行きにくい所に行けたのがとても良かった。

I recommend this for those who have a flight back around 3 PM. On the last day, you can enjoy a complete tour around Ishigaki Island without wasting time starting from 9 AM. In the end, they drop you off at the airport.

Depending on the weather, you can fully enjoy the charm of the outer rim of Ishigaki Island. You can visit places you might not have gone to alone and gain knowledge you wouldn't have otherwise. If the weather had been good, Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki Observatory would have surely offered stunning views. Unfortunately, it was slightly cloudy, so I could only experience about half of its beauty, but I was very satisfied. The guide entertained us with interesting trivia and a variety of songs and shamisen performances!

15時台の帰りの飛行機を取ってる方にはおすすめです。
最終日の朝9時から時間を無駄にすることなく石垣島をぐるっと一周。最後は空港で降ろしてくれます。

天気次第ではありますが、石垣島外周の魅力を余すところなく楽しめます。
1人で回ってるだけでは行くことはなかったであろう場所に行くことが出来、知り得なかった知識を得られます。
天気が良ければ川平湾や玉取崎展望台はさぞや絶景だったことでしょう。
残念ながら薄曇りでしたのでその美しさの半分程度しか味わうことは出来ませんでしたが非常に満足できました。
ガイドさんの豆知識と多彩な歌や三味線で楽しませてくれます♪

The weather was very nice, and I was able to enjoy the places I wanted to visit and the scenery I wanted to see! I would like to take my time exploring the places I liked on my next trip. ^_^

とても良いお天気で、行きたい所や見たい景色を楽しむことができました！
今回気に入ったところを、次の旅行でまたゆっくりまわりたいと思います^_^

I chose the course at the Valley of Gangala. The explanations were thorough, and it was enjoyable. I think participating on the last day of my stay was just right for the time until my late flight.

ガンガラーの谷のコースにしました。丁寧に説明してくださり楽しかったです。滞在最終日に参加したら遅いフライトまでの時間に丁度良かったと思いました。

I had a great time! However, I went with my mother, who walks with a cane. At the Churaumi Aquarium, you have to walk from the parking lot to the entrance. Since you also walk around at Nago Pineapple Park, I wouldn't recommend the tour for those with mobility issues. If someone with mobility issues is participating, I think it would be a good idea to contact the tour company in advance.

とても楽しかったです！
ただ、私が行った時は杖をつきながら歩く母と一緒でした。
美ら海水族館は入り口まで駐車場から歩きます。ナゴパイナップルワールドでも園内歩くので、足の悪い方はツアーはオススメできません。
足の悪い方が参加されるのなら、一度観光会社に問い合わせておくといいと思います。

It was a trip for two people aged 72 and 79, and from the departure at Ishigaki Port to the return, all aspects of the journey were wonderful. The lunch was also delicious. I unconditionally recommend this tour to anyone considering it.

72歳と79歳の二人旅でしたが、石垣港の出発から帰港まで、全ての行程の内容・対応が素晴らしかったです。ランチも美味しかったです。ツアーを検討されている方に無条件にお勧めします。

I made a reservation for a bus tour in Okinawa, which I visited for the first time in 10 years, thinking it would efficiently take me to the places I wanted to go. I was grateful that the bus arrived on time despite it being a Sunday, and the bus guide's explanations were very clear and enjoyable.

There are several departure points, but if you choose randomly, you might end up quite far from your hotel, so I think it's best to check the locations properly and get on from the nearest one.

Also, the stops are not meant for leisurely exploration, so there isn't much time to slowly decide where to go or what to do. I think it's better to have a rough idea of the places you want to visit and the food you want to try, and then move quickly!

10年ぶりに訪れた沖縄で、行きたいところを効率よく回れるバスツアーはないかなと思い予約しました。日曜日にも関わらず、定刻通り到着してくれてありがたかったのと、バスガイドさんのご説明がとても分かりやすく楽しめました。

出発地がいくつかあるのですが、何となくで選ぶとホテルから結構遠かったりするので、きちんと場所を調べて最寄りのところから乗せてもらうのがいいと思います。

また、立ち寄る場所ではゆっくりする、という感じではないので、どこ行こうか、何しようかとゆっくり選んでいる余裕はあまりないです。ある程度行きたい場所や食べたいものなど決めておいて、サクサク回るのがいいかなと思いました！

It was my first solo trip to Okinawa. I really enjoyed my time at the Churaumi Aquarium. Even without renting a car, this tour allowed me to visit various places, which was great. I think it's a good option for first-time visitors to Okinawa, as it includes locations like Manza Beach that are hard to reach without a car.

初めての沖縄一人旅でした。美ら海水族館は滞在時間が長く楽しめました。レンタカーを借りなくても、このツアーなら色々な場所に行けて、良かったです。万座毛など、車がなければ行けない場所にも行けるので、初めて沖縄を訪れる人にはいいと思います。

I chose the half-day tour instead of the full-day bus tour because a full day can be tiring. During the ride, I enjoyed listening to various stories from the guide, which was a lot of fun. I barely made it to the Eisa show at Okinawa World, which started at 10:30, and I really enjoyed it. Once you enter the cave, you can't leave until you reach the end, and it takes quite a while, so I ended up spending a lot of time there and didn't have much time to leisurely explore other places. The tour ended on time, so I recommend it for those who want to relax freely afterward.

丸１日のバスツアーは疲れるので、半日のこちらを選びました。
乗っている間はガイドさんから色々なお話を聞けて、とても楽しかったです。
おきなわワールドは、10時半からのエイサーショーにギリギリ間に合ってとても楽しめました。
洞窟に入ってしまうと、最後まで行かないと出られなく、わりと長いのでそこで時間をとられてしまい、
あまりゆっくりと他のところを見ている時間がなかったです。
時間通りの解散で、あとは自由にゆっくりしたい人におすすめです。

It was great to have many pickup locations to choose from. The guide was very thorough and provided excellent guidance. This time, the tour included Sefa Utaki, and although it was a revisit, we couldn't go to the most important place, and I wish that had been communicated more clearly. (The destination had changed.) Despite the limited time, we were able to see the wonderful views from Chinen Misaki while walking quickly.

ピックアップ場所が多くて選択できるのが良かった。ガイドさん付きでしっかりガイドして頂けた。今回、斎場御獄も入っているツアーで、再訪ですが一番肝心の場所まで行けず、もっとその事を大きく告知して頂きたかった。(行先変更してました。)時間も限られる中、速足で見学すると知念岬の素晴らしい景色も見られました。

The road to the airport was congested, so it was difficult to adjust the time on unfamiliar roads... So, I thought I would join a bus tour that takes you around the places I wanted to visit and sends you directly to the airport!

I was able to visit efficiently, and I really enjoyed the guide's stories and even songs along the way. I was very glad I participated.

I felt reassured when I received a call on my mobile before the bus arrived for the meeting point. I would like to participate again.

空港までの道は混んでいるので、慣れない道では時間調整が難しい…
それならと、行きたいところを廻るしバスツアー参加して空港へそのまま送ってもらおう！と思い参加。

効率よく廻れたこと、道中でのガイドさんのお話や歌までも堪能できて、すごく楽しい時間。
参加してよかったと思いました。

集合もバス到着前に携帯に電話頂けたので安心できました。
また参加したいです。