All Reviews for Snorkeling

We participated as a couple, experiencing a mangrove kayaking tour in the morning and riding a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island in the afternoon. Although the weather wasn't great, with some wind and occasional light rain, I was really glad we could still go ahead with the activities.

We were guided by Komachan during the kayaking. I appreciated that even though I couldn't take photos with my own smartphone, he took plenty of pictures for us. Since there were quite a few participants, it was challenging to paddle without bumping into others.

At Yufu Island, we had about an hour of free time, which allowed us to explore the area, so that was nice.

On the day of the tour, the ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we had to go to Ohara Port and then take a bus to gather at Uehara Port. However, I was grateful that we were taken back to Ohara Port afterward. Overall, it was a fun experience that you can only have on a tour.

夫婦での参加、午前はマングローブカヤック、午後に水牛車に乗り由布島へ行く体験をしました。
天気が良くなく、風も少しあり時々小雨が降る日でしたが実施できて本当に良かったです。

カヤックはこまちゃんに引率して頂きました。
自分のスマホで写真を撮れなくても沢山写真を撮っていただけて有難かったです
人数が多めだったのでカヤックを漕ぐとき他の参加者にぶつからないようにするのが大変でした。

由布島では1時間ほど自由時間となりぐるっと周れたのでよかったです

当日は上原港行の船が欠航になり大原港に行ってそこからバスに乗って上原港へ集合する流れになりましたが帰りは大原港まで送っていただき有難かったです。
総じてツアーならではの楽しい経験ができてよかったです。

I participated in the long-awaited Blue Cave tour! Luckily, I was able to swim with sea turtles, which became a lifelong memory. The blueness of the cave was stunning, and colorful tropical fish swam right in front of me, making it feel like a natural aquarium. It was the best experience, and I am very satisfied!

念願の青の洞窟ツアーに参加しました！運良くウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことができて、一生の思い出になりました。洞窟の青さもさることながら、カラフルな熱帯魚が目の前をたくさん泳いでいて、まるで天然の水族館のよう。最高の体験ができて大満足です！

This was my first time participating, and I felt truly cared for from start to finish, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. I learned a lot about the ocean, making it a special experience that was more than just swimming. They took many photos and videos, creating memories that will last a lifetime. I definitely want to participate again!

初めて参加しましたが、最初から最後まで本当に丁寧に対応していただき安心して楽しめました。海の知識もたくさん教えてもらえて、ただ泳ぐだけじゃない特別な体験になりました。写真や動画もたくさん撮っていただき、一生の思い出です。また絶対参加したいです！

I was quite worried about the bad weather in the morning, but by the afternoon, it cleared up and in front of me was the blue sea 💙🏝️. The underwater world was surrounded by coral, and I saw sea turtles, Nemo, blue and pink fish, sea snakes, small sharks, and even an octopus 🐢✨🐠🦈🐙!! I was able to swim a lot and see so many things; it was an incredibly fun and amazing experience on the tour 🎵. I definitely want to participate again 😊.

朝お天気が悪くかなり心配でしたが、午後には晴れて目の前にはブルーの海💙🏝️
海の中は珊瑚に囲まれウミガメもニモもブルーとピンクの魚もウミヘビも小さなサメも、なんとタコも🐢✨🐠🦈🐙！！
たくさん泳げてたくさん見れてめちゃ楽しく最高の体験をさせて頂けるツアーでした🎵是非また参加したいです😊

Swimming with colorful fish in the transparent sea was more moving than I could have imagined, and it was the best time to completely forget about my daily life and truly refresh myself.

透明な海の中で色とりどりの魚と一緒に泳ぐ体験は想像以上に感動的で、日常を忘れて心からリフレッシュできた最高の時間だった。

On Ishigaki Island, I experienced stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) among the mangroves and snorkeling in the ocean filled with coral reefs. While paddling slowly along the calm river, I was able to feel the nature of the mangroves up close, which was very soothing. At first, it was a bit challenging to maintain my balance, but the staff kindly taught me how to ride and gave me tips, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind.

During snorkeling, the clear waters revealed a vibrant array of fish and beautiful coral reefs, creating a sense of entering another world. The staff were always attentive and very kind, making it easy for a first-timer like me to participate without any anxiety. This experience on Ishigaki Island was not only a chance to appreciate the richness of nature but also to feel the warmth of the people, making it truly special.

石垣島では、マングローブの中でSUPと、珊瑚礁が広がる海でシュノーケリングを体験しました。SUPでは、静かな川をゆっくり進みながら、両側に広がるマングローブの自然を間近で感じることができ、とても癒されました。最初はバランスを取るのが少し難しかったですが、スタッフさんが丁寧に乗り方やコツを教えてくださり、安心して楽しむことができました。シュノーケリングでは、透き通った海の中に色とりどりの魚や美しい珊瑚礁が広がっていて、まるで別の世界に入ったような感動がありました。スタッフさんも常に気を配ってくださり、とても親切で、初めてでも不安なく参加できました。自然の豊かさだけでなく、人の温かさも感じられる、石垣島ならではの素晴らしい体験になりました。

I participated in the mangrove canoeing and Yufu Island tour. It was our first experience canoeing as a couple, but the explanations were thorough, so we could enjoy it with peace of mind. There were narrow areas surrounded by mangroves, but we were able to navigate through them without any issues. I wasn't very confident in my physical strength, but even with breaks along the way, I didn't fall too far behind. I joined in mid-April, and at first, the water felt cold, but once I got used to it, I hardly felt the chill.

At Yufu Island, in addition to riding a water buffalo, we enjoyed a wonderful experience with the staff playing the shamisen and singing. Both at the mangroves and Yufu Island, the staff provided detailed explanations at each step, allowing us to enjoy the tour with confidence.

マングローブカヌーと由布島観光に参加させていただきました
カヌーは夫婦初体験でしたが、説明もしっかりして下さるので、安心して楽しむことができました✨マングローブに囲まれた狭い箇所もありますが、問題なく進むことができました
体力に自信はありませんでしたが、途中休憩しながらでも大きく遅れることもなかったです　4月中旬の参加で、初めは水が冷たいと感じましたが、慣れれば冷たさは殆ど感じませんでした
由布島では水牛に乗車に加えて、スタッフの方の三味線と歌もついて、素敵な体験ができました🐃
マングローブでも由布島でも、スタッフの方が丁寧に都度説明をしてくださるので、安心してツアーを楽しむことができました

The weather on the day was cloudy, but the sea in Kerama was very beautiful. I was able to encounter sea turtles and see beautiful fish and coral reefs.

当日の天気は曇りでしたが、慶良間の海はとても綺麗でした。ウミガメにも出会えて綺麗な魚や珊瑚礁を見ることができました。

I was lucky enough to participate just the day before the event! After making the reservation, I received prompt communication and they adjusted the pickup location for the day. Overall, the staff were very courteous, taking photos during the activity and sharing them, as well as introducing Iriomote Island on the bus.

The tour content was also fulfilling! Personally, I found Yubu Island to be even more enjoyable than I expected. The hardworking water buffalo were adorable, and the unique plants of Yubu Island were thriving, making me feel the negative ions! The weather in mid-April was just right—not too hot and not too cold.

開催日前日の直前でしたが運良く参加できました！
予約後すぐにご連絡をいただき当日のお迎え場所を調整してくださいました。
総じてスタッフの方が丁寧でアクティビティ中に写真を撮影して共有してくださったり、バス車内で西表島の紹介をしてくださいました。

ツアー内容も充実していました！個人的に由布島が思っていた以上に楽しかったです。一生懸命な水牛が可愛くて、由布島には西表島ならではの植物が生き生きと育っていてマイナスイオンを感じました！4月中旬の気候は暑すぎず寒くもなくちょうどよかったです。

This was my second time snorkeling at Yaebikata. I signed up for a different tour than last time. This time, it was my first trip with just my son, and it was his second time snorkeling after doing it in Cebu, Philippines. He was incredibly moved by the beauty of the place. The tour we joined had a small group, with a total of 8 people. Although there were some waves that made me a bit seasick, it was still "Yabiji is the best." Everyone on this tour was really nice, and I appreciated the cozy atmosphere.

今回二度目の八重干潟のシュノーケルでした。
前回と違うツアーで申し込みしました。
今回は初の　息子と2人旅で　息子はフィリピンのセブ島でシュノーケルしたあとの2回目でしたが、あまりの綺麗さにめちゃくちゃ感動していました。今回お世話になったツアーは少人数制で合計8人でした。波も少しうねりがあって船酔いしてしまいましたが、やっぱり"やびじは最高"でした。
今回のツアーもとても良い方ばかりで、こぢんまりして良かったです。

This was my first time snorkeling, and I was able to enjoy it while feeling safe!

My mother and I participated together, and at first, my mom struggled to move underwater and had to give up. However, they even called her back when a sea turtle appeared!

This time, while holding onto a float, I was able to meet the sea turtle safely and even took commemorative photos✨ (The photography skills were really impressive!)

I am very grateful for the thorough support provided! It became a precious memory of Miyako Island.

Thank you so much to all the instructors!

この度はじめてのシュノーケリングでしたが、安心しながら楽しめました！

母子2人の参加で、最初に母が水中で上手く動けず断念したのですが、ウミガメが現れたとのことでわざわざ呼び戻してくれました〜

今度は浮き輪につかまりながら、無事にウミガメにも会え、記念撮影もできました✨
(写真の腕もすごく良いです！)

こんなに丁寧にサポートしてくださるなんて、とても感謝しています！宮古島の貴重な思い出になりました

インストラクターのみなさま、本当にありがとうございました！

The snorkeling at the Blue Cave was canceled due to bad weather the day before, and they suggested snorkeling at a different spot. I was a bit anxious about swimming, but our guide, Yutty, was very attentive and guided us well. My goggles kept slipping, and I apologize for the trouble, but he adjusted them for me while I was swimming, allowing me to fully enjoy the beautiful sea✨.

In mid-April, I participated without a wetsuit, and at first, I was surprised by the coldness of the water, but as I swam, I hardly felt the cold at all. I was also able to see two sea turtles swimming together, which made for a truly wonderful experience🐢.

前日に青の洞窟のシュノーケリングは天候不良の為中止とのご連絡があり、別のスポットでのシュノーケリングを提案していただきました。泳ぎに不安がありましたが、担当ガイドのゆってぃさんは丁寧にガイドしてくださいました。ゴーグルが何度もズレてしまい、ご迷惑をおかけしてしまいましたが、泳いでる最中に調整してくださり、綺麗な海を堪能できました✨
4月中旬にウェットスーツ着用なしでの参加で、初めは海の冷たさに驚きましたが、泳いでいるうちに冷たさは殆ど感じませんでした
ウミガメも二匹一緒に泳いでいる姿を見ることができ、とても素敵な体験をすることができました🐢

Tom is a knowledgeable and interactive Scuba certified English speaking guide. This was my first time snorkeling; got to see a whale shark (jinbei) and made it back alive because Tom’s instructions were clear and helpful. Tom is also an avid sea life photographer; his photos are better than anything I could have taken.

We were treated very kindly as adults, allowing us to enjoy snorkeling with peace of mind. We were able to take many photos and videos with the sea turtles, and we are very satisfied! Thank you very much!!

だいぶ大人な私達に、とっても親切にして頂き、安心してシュノーケルを楽しむ事ができました。ウミガメとの写真や動画を沢山撮って貰えて大満足です！ありがとうございました！！

I’d like to introduce you to a fantastic local tour from VELTRA that I participated in during my recent trip to Okinawa! 👍

Blue Cave Snorkeling - Small group with thorough support! Underwater photography & free gifts included <Boat / Free pickup from hotels in Naha>

Tour price: 7,700 yen (pickup takes about 90 minutes one way from Naha)

With hotel pickup included, we took a boat from the port to the Blue Cave, and there was one guide for every two of us.

Our guide was excellent, kindly and patiently teaching us everything from how to put on the wetsuits, how to attach the snorkels, to how to get into the water, especially since our athletic skills have significantly declined. I would love to request Mr. Mori again next time.

For your reference, I highly recommend VELTRA's tour as the price is reasonable and the content was really great! 👍

今回の沖縄旅行で、参加して最高に良かったVELTRAさんの現地ツアーをご紹介しますね👍

青の洞窟 シュノーケリング　少人数制でしっかりサポート！水中写真撮影＆無料プレゼント＜ボート／那覇市内ホテル無料送迎＞

ツアー代金　7,700円（送迎は、那覇から片道90分程度付き）

ホテルまでの送迎付きで、港から青の洞窟までボートに乗って行き、私たち2人に1人のガイドさんがつきました。

とても良いガイドさんで、ウェットスーツの着かたから、シューノーケルの付け方、海への降り方まで、運動神経のかなり落ちた私たちに親切丁寧に教えていただけました。次回も森さんご指名したいくらいです。

ご参考まで
ベルトラさんのツアーは、価格もリーズナブルで内容もとっても良かったのでおすすめします👍

The weather was nice, and in the morning, we leisurely paddled through the mangroves in a canoe, experiencing something out of the ordinary! In the afternoon, we went snorkeling, where the coral spread across the entire sea, and there were many tropical fish swimming around, which was very beautiful. I did feel unwell for a bit, but the staff responded promptly and kindly, which was a great help.

お天気がよく、午前中はマングローブの中をカヌーでゆったりと進み、非日常を味わうことができました！
午後はシュノーケリングで、珊瑚が海一面に広がり、南国の魚がたくさん泳いでいてとても綺麗でした。途中体調不良になってしまいましたが、スタッフの方が丁寧かつ迅速に対応していただき助かりました。

First time snorkeling in Kerama! The staff were very cheerful, kind, and attentive, taking great care of us. Thanks to them, I made wonderful memories in Okinawa! Thank you 😊

慶良間初シュノーケル！
とても従業員の方が明るく優しく丁寧に色々とお世話になりました。
そのおかげで沖縄でのいい思い出が出来ました！ありがとうございます😊

The scheduled snorkeling at the Blue Cave was canceled due to weather conditions, but they suggested an alternative plan, and I had a snorkeling experience at Shigira Beach. The guide was very attentive, and being able to snorkel in the beautiful sea was truly a wonderful experience. I was especially lucky to encounter a sea turtle. Later, I encountered two more sea turtles...! It was a very good memory. Thank you very much!

予定していた青の洞窟シュノーケルは天候の影響で中止になってしまいましたが、代替のプランをご提案して下さり、シギラビーチでのシュノーケリング体験をしました。ガイドさんも丁寧に対応して下さり、綺麗な海の中をシュノーケル出来たことは本当に素晴らしい体験をすることができました。特に、ウミガメに遭遇することが出来たのは本当にラッキーでした。その後にもまたウミガメを二匹も遭遇、、、！とても良い思い出でした。ありがとうございました！

I was anxious about snorkeling for the first time, but with the careful guidance I received, it turned out to be a lot of fun. They also provided transportation, which was very helpful since it was my first time in Okinawa. I am truly grateful.

　初めてのシュノーケルで不安だったのですが、丁寧にご指導頂きとても楽しいものになりました。送迎もして頂き初めての沖縄だったので、とても助かりました。感謝感激です。

We had to change our snorkeling plans to Waiwai Beach due to high waves and winds at Shinjo Coast, but we were able to see adorable sea turtles right in front of us, and the beautiful fish swimming around the coral reefs exceeded our expectations. Our instructor, So-chan, was very reliable, allowing us to focus on observing underwater with peace of mind. He was also great at taking photos and videos, making it a truly memorable and valuable experience that we were very satisfied with.

新城海岸が波風高く急遽わいわいビーチに変更してのシュノーケリングでしたが、可愛いウミガメを目の前で見ることが出来、珊瑚礁に泳ぐ綺麗な魚たちも期待以上に楽しめました。インストラクターのそうちゃんは、とても頼りになる方で安心して海の中の観察に集中出来ました。また写真や動画を撮るのもお上手で、思い出に残る貴重な体験にとても満足です。

The sea was calm. I was able to swim close enough to the turtles that it felt like we could bump into each other, and I got to watch them munching on seaweed up close! Thank you, Yamachan and Sou-kun. Even when my mask slipped and seawater got into my nose... 😱 you quickly fixed it, so thank you, Yamachan! ✨

穏やかな海でした。ぶつかりそうなくらいの近さで亀と泳ぎ、海藻をモグモグ食べる姿をじっくりと見ることができました！やまちゃん、そう君、ありがとうございました。水中マスクがズレて鼻に海水が…😱の時も、すぐに直してくれてやまちゃんありがとう✨

Our family of four landed on Iriomote Island for the first time! Among the many tours available, we found a plan that included everything we wanted to do. The canoe course was just right for our kids, who are in 8th and 6th grade, and they seemed to have a great time! We went hands-free, but they took a lot of beautiful photos for us, which became precious memories for our family. Our guide was Yume, and the lunch spot she recommended was truly delicious! Thank you very much!

家族4人で初西表島に上陸！
数あるツアーの中でやりたい事がつまったプランでした。中3と小6の子供たちにも、ちょうど良いカヌーコースで楽しかったようです！
手ぶらで乗りましたが、たくさん写真を撮っていただき(すごくキレイな写り！)、家族の大切な思い出の記念になりました。
担当してくださったのはユメさんで、教えていただいたランチのお店が本当に美味しかったです！！ありがとうございました。

The flow was easy to understand, and I was able to act calmly both in the cave and in the sea. I was surprised by the abundance of fish, and my anticipation for seeing sea turtles grew.

流れが分かりやすく、洞窟でも海でも落ち着いて行動できました。魚の多さに驚き、ウミガメへの期待も高まりました。

The first sea turtle I saw was eating in the clear ocean. I was healed by the beauty of nature and its adorable appearance. Thank you for providing such a wonderful experience! ✨

初めて見た海亀は、透き通った海の中で食事中。自然の美しさと愛らしい姿に心癒されました✨素敵な体験をさせていただきありがとうございました✨

We participated in snorkeling for the first time with our 5 and 7-year-old children. Yamachan was very kind and taught the kids, and they were thrilled to see sea turtles and fish. 😊 Since Yamachan stayed with the kids the whole time, my husband and I were able to relax and enjoy snorkeling together. We created the best memories as a family! ✨

初めてのシュノーケリング、5歳と7歳の子どもと参加させていただきました。やまちゃんがとっても優しく子ども達にも教えてくださり、海亀やお魚が見れて大喜びでした☺️やまちゃんが子ども達とずっと一緒にいてくださったので、安心して夫婦でゆっくりシュノーケリングを楽しむこともできました♩
家族で最高の思い出が作れました✨

I participated in a snorkeling and SUP tour in early April. I was worried about whether my 7-year-old (who was swimming in the ocean for the first time) would enjoy it, but thanks to the bright and kind guide who took great care of us, we had a fantastic time. My child seemed to really enjoy chatting with the SUP guide, Peach Princess from Miyako Island, and was smiling the whole time. We received a lot of wonderful photos, and they even provided transportation to our hotel (thank you, Hiro), making it a very appreciated tour.

４月上旬にシュノーケリングとSUPのツアーに参加しました。7歳（海で泳ぐのは初）が楽しめるか不安でしたが、明るく優しいガイドさんが丁寧にケアしてくださったおかげで、満喫できました。SUPのガイドをしてくださった宮古島のピーチ姫とのお喋りがとても楽しかったようで、7歳は終始ニコニコでした。素敵な写真を沢山いただけて、ホテルまでの送迎もしていただき（ヒロさん、ありがとうございました）、とてもありがたいツアーでした。

Based on the conditions of the waves on the day, we were advised that the Blue Cave might be difficult since we had children with us, so we were suggested another beach. Since it was my son's first time at the sea, it was really great that they proposed a safe location without forcing us. We were able to see sea turtles nearby, and my son was thrilled to feed the fish, which left him in awe the entire time. On the way back, we were also given information about a nearby hot spring where we could relax, and the parents were very satisfied as well. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

当日の波の様子から子供もいるので青の洞窟は難しいかもと別の海岸を提案していただきました。息子が初めての海だったので強行せず安全な場所を提案してもらえたのがすごく良かったです。近くにウミガメも見れたし、魚の餌やりもやらせてもらい息子はずっと感動しっぱなしで大喜びでした。帰りも近くの温泉を教えて貰えて温泉にのんびり浸かれて親も大満足でした。いい思い出になりました。ありがとうございます。

I enjoyed everything. It was great that my middle school and college kids also had a blast. I ended up soaked from the waist down, probably because we were in a three-person canoe.

どれも楽しめました。中学生、大学生の
子供達も満喫していたのでよかった。カヌーは三人乗りだったせいか下半身はびしょ濡れでした。

This time I was able to meet a sea turtle while snorkeling. It was amazing! Thank you for being so kind and accommodating to the children!

今回シュノーケルで、ウミガメに会えました。最高です！
子どもにも優しく対応していただき、ありがとうございました！

I received polite advice at SUP and had a fun experience. Although we couldn't go to the Blue Cave for snorkeling, the weather was nice, and I got to see sea turtles, which made for a delightful time.

ＳＵＰでは丁寧にアドバイスをいただき、楽しく体験できました。
シュノーケリングは青の洞窟には行けませんでしたが、お天気も良く、ウミガメにも会えて楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。