All Reviews for SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)

The day of the sea turtle snorkeling and Pumpkin Cave tour unfortunately started with quite a bit of rain. I wasn't very excited as I headed to the meeting place, but the sea was clear, and I was able to see sea turtles! Our guide worked hard to take photos for us, so I received some precious pictures that I couldn't have taken myself!

Also, the Pumpkin Cave was an unexpected activity, but it turned out to be a valuable experience. Despite the bad weather, it was a fun and memorable tour! Our guide, Yuto, was very kind and helped us get through the unexpected Pumpkin Cave tour successfully. I would love to visit Miyako Island again!

ウミガメシュノーケリングと、パンプキン鍾乳洞のツアーの日は、あいにく朝から結構な雨…。あまりテンションも上がらず集合場所に行ったのですが、海は濁ることもなく、ウミガメも見ることができました！ガイドさんが頑張って写真を撮ってくれたので、自分では撮れない貴重な写真をいただけました！
また、パンプキン鍾乳洞は、まさかのアクティビティでしたが！、こちらも貴重な経験ができ、天気が悪かった分、楽しさと思い出になるツアーでした！
ガイドのゆうとさんが、親切に対応してくれたので、まさかのパンプキン鍾乳洞ツアーも、無事乗り切れました！宮古島、また訪れたいです！

I traveled from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island and stayed at a glamping facility. The next day, although I had no plans, I decided to look for activities I could join, and I found this canyoning tour that was available for booking, so I reserved it immediately! (There was a campaign where if I wrote a review later, I would get a cash back for one person!)

I was picked up at the port along with other guests and we headed to the river by car. There were guests who had been participating since the morning, creating a friendly atmosphere. It was fun to hear about the creatures that inhabit Iriomote Island during the ride!

I was a bit anxious since it was my first canyoning experience, but physically, I had no problems at all! We went through some tricky spots, but I felt that as long as I followed the advice given, there was hardly any danger. There were places where you could jump in and areas where you could slide like a waterslide, which was a bit scary but turned out to be a great experience! (If you're scared, it's okay not to do it!)

They provided helmets and shoes, so I really could go hands-free!

I had a waterproof case, but I was worried, so I left my phone (camera) in the car. Some people brought GoPros, but the staff took photos at various points and sent them to us! (I wish they had taken some pictures of the scenery too.)

Since it was a river, it didn't feel sticky like swimming at the beach, and I was glad that I could use the shower at the office on the way back, so I felt refreshed before boarding the ferry!

I decided to join at the last minute, but I'm really glad I did!

石垣島から西表島に渡り、グランピング施設に宿泊、翌日はノープランだったのですが、せっかくならと翌日参加できるアクティビティを夜な夜な探したところ、こちらのキャニオニングツアーが予約可能だったので即予約！(後日体験談を書けば、1人分キャッシュバックされるキャンペーン中でした！)


他のお客さんと一緒に港でピックアップしてもらい、車で川へ向かいました。午前中から参加しているお客さんもいて、和気あいあいとした雰囲気でした。車内では西表島に生息する生き物の話などもしてもらえて楽しかったです！

初めてのキャニオニングで少し不安もありましたが、体力的には全く問題なかったです！足場の悪いところをいきますが、アドバイスされたとおりに進めば危険もほとんど無いと思いました。
飛び込みできる場所があったり、スライダーのように滑れる場所があったり、ちょっと怖かったですが良い経験になりました！(怖い人はやらなくても大丈夫でした！)

ヘルメットもシューズも貸してもらえるので、ほんとに手ぶらで大丈夫でした！

防水ケースは持っていましたが心配だったので携帯(カメラ)は車に置いていきました。
ゴープロを持って来ている方もいましたが、スタッフさんがポイントポイントでは撮って送ってくれます！(景色なども撮ってほしかったなー)

川なのでビーチで泳ぐのとは違いベタつかず、帰りに事務所でシャワーを使うことができたので、スッキリして帰りのフェリーに乗れてよかったです！

直前で参加を決めましたが、参加できてよかったです！

The sea was beautiful, and I was glad to see sea turtles! The cave we paddled to by canoe was mystical, and it was a precious experience! Thank you!

海もきれいし、ウミガメも見られてよかったー！
カヌーを漕いで行った鍾乳洞は神秘的で貴重な体験ができました！
ありがとうございました！

Right after the announcement of the end of the rainy season, we participated as a mature couple in late June. On the day of the event, the temperature rose from the morning, and it was a perfect sunny day for canyoning with eight participants in four couples. We were the oldest, of course!

Wearing life jackets and helmets, we headed to the starting point! Even though it was summer, the first photo spot where we had to immerse ourselves up to our necks made everyone scream from the cold water. As we jumped from a high point and played on the rapid slides, everyone naturally returned to their childhood. The sun, the subtropical greenery, and the splashing water from the flow gently relaxed our hearts, which usually live in the city.

At the end, we climbed a wall and jumped about 4 meters into the river! After sinking underwater for a moment, we popped up and took a breath, safely returning to the surface! It was the best moment, feeling one with Iriomote Island.

It was such a fun experience that passed by in the blink of an eye, making us wish we could enjoy it for a longer time. Highly recommended!

梅雨明け宣言の直後、６月後半に熟年夫婦で参加しました。当日は朝から気温も上昇、快晴のキャニオリング日和で参加者はカップル４組の８人。私達が最高齢笑。
ライフジャケットとヘルメットを付けスタート地点へ！真夏の気温とはいえ最初に首まで浸かる写真スポットでは水の冷たさに一同悲鳴〜。高台から飛び込み、急流の滑り台に遊ばれと進むにつれ自然と童心に帰っている皆さん。太陽と亜熱帯の緑、飛沫を上げる流れにと南の島の豊かな自然が都会に暮らす私達の心を優しくほぐしてくれます。
最後はクライミングもどきに壁をよじ登り約4m程から川面へジャンプ！一旦水中に沈みブハッ！と顔を出し息を吸うと無事生還！西表島と一体感を味わう最高の瞬間です。
もっと長い時間を楽しみたいと思うほどあっという間に過ぎた楽しい体験でした。
おすすめです！

The staff member was very friendly, and during the移動中, he talked about dialects and plants, which made it interesting and kept us entertained! The Pumpkin Cave felt like an adventure and was truly fun; we were able to take a lot of photos✨ It was a place I really wanted to visit, so it became a wonderful memory.
Although we encountered turtles while snorkeling, it was quite challenging to take photos, but the staff member persevered until the very last moment, and we were finally able to get some pictures! I was about to give up on getting any, so I was really happy at that moment❣️
Thank you very much.

担当のお兄さんのノリもよく、移動中も方言や植物などの話もしてくれて飽きず面白かったです！パンプキン鍾乳洞は探検のようで本当に楽しく、写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました✨行きたかった場所だったので本当に良い思い出になりました。
シュノーケリングは亀とは出会えたものの、写真は撮るのはかなり厳しそうな状況でしたが、お兄さんがかなりお時間ギリギリまで粘ってくれて最後には写真が撮れました！撮れないかなと諦めかけてたところだったので、あの時は本当に嬉しかったです❣️
ありがとうございました。

We participated as a family of four, including a second-year middle school student and a fourth-year elementary school student. In the morning, we went to the Pumpkin Cave, and in the afternoon, we snorkeled at Alagusuk Beach. The Pumpkin Cave was truly mystical and worth visiting. Additionally, during the afternoon snorkeling, we were able to see sea turtles! We encountered them twice, which was surprising. The guide was also very courteous throughout, making it a fun experience.

中学2年と小学4年の子供を含む家族四人で参加させて頂きました。
午前中にパンプキン鍾乳洞に行き、午後はアラグスク海岸でシュノーケルというスケジュールでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞は、本当に神秘的で、行く価値ありです。
また、午後のシュノーケルでも、ウミガメにちゃんと会えました！二回も遭遇できて、びっくりしました。
ガイドさんも終始丁寧に案内してくれて、楽しかったです。

Although we moved by car three times, it was the best tour as they chose the perfect beach each time. At the Pumpkin Cave, we went snorkeling with sea turtles, and the three guides were kind and taught us various things during the SUP course.

車移動3回したものの、適した海を毎回選んでくれて最高のツアーでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞、海亀シュノーケリング、SUPのコースで3名のガイドさんは優しく色々教えていただきました。

Since I came to the island alone, I looked for a tour that could fill my schedule. It was far more enjoyable than I expected!

I had no idea that I could actually enter and climb in the limestone cave, so it was a pleasant surprise!

Also, since I would get wet, I couldn't bring my phone, but the guide took a lot of photos for me!

Surprisingly, it was quite physically demanding, but it was a fulfilling day!

1人で来島したため、取り敢えずスケジュールを埋められるツアーを探しました。期待より遥かに楽しかったです！

鍾乳洞はまさか入って登っていけるとは事前に知らなかったので、良い意味でのサプライズになりました！

また、水に濡れてしまうので携帯は持っていけなかったが、ガイドさんにいっぱい写真をとっていただきました！

意外と体力も消費しましたが、満喫な1日でした！

It was a bit harder than I imagined, but thanks to our guide, Kei, I had a safe and very enjoyable day! We saw many turtles and were shown various types of fish. At Pumpkin, with both the youngest and the oldest participants, we received support during challenging times, and I had an experience like no other! We took a lot of photos, and it became a wonderful memory! Thank you very much!!!

想像していたより少しハードでしたが、ガイドのけいさんのおかげで安心安全でとても楽しい一日が過ごせました！
カメもたくさん見れ、他にも様々なのお魚を見せてくれました。
パンプキンでは最年少と最年長がいる中、大変な時サポートしてくれ、今までにない経験ができました！
写真もたくさん撮って頂きとてもいい思い出になりました！
ありがとうございました！！！

We gathered at 9:00 AM (Shinjiro Coast) and disbanded at 3:30 PM (Horarizumi Beach). Since I couldn't drive, I took a taxi in the morning, and for the transfers and to the hotel, I received shuttle service. It seems that taxis are hard to catch in Miyako Island, so it might be better to allow for extra time.

In the morning, we went snorkeling and encountered sea turtles and fish! I was amazed at how close I could see them. It was so beautiful. I personally have almost no swimming experience, and I could only put my face in the water by pinching my nose and closing my eyes, but I was glad I could see so much underwater.

I want to share some tips for beginners like me, as I got panicked and ended up drinking water or losing my sense of direction. 1) When clearing the fog from the snorkeling goggles, make sure to shake off the seawater well; I got a little water in my eyes at first. 2) If you laugh too much, gaps can form in the goggles, letting water in, so keep them a bit tighter. 3) Don’t overexert yourself while swimming to avoid gasping for air and inhaling water. 4) When you put your face in the water in a "attention" position and just kick your legs, you can move straight ahead more easily. 5) If you get too absorbed and keep your face in the water, you might not hear sounds, so occasionally lift your face to listen to the guide and check your position.

In the afternoon, we went to see the Pumpkin Cave. We kayaked to the entrance of the cave, and I think if you communicate with your fellow paddlers, you can make good progress (we almost got stuck a few times). The flow was: go through the entrance hole (you can't touch the bottom here) → see the pumpkin → get out of the water and climb up the cave → listen to the guide's explanation while exploring → dive from where we first climbed. Inside the cave, there were many other tour participants, and it was sometimes hard to find a place to step, but surprisingly it wasn't slippery, and I didn't fall or slip. It was cool, and I could feel the timelessness of nature; it was wonderful.

Regarding the pumpkin, here are some points to be careful about: 1) I think the path to the kayak and the sea is the maximum sunburn zone. Apply sunscreen generously. 2) When climbing the cave, a lot of water splashes on your face, which can be alarming, but try to stay calm, grab the rope, and climb slowly without rushing (I got a pretty bad scrape on my elbow because I panicked thinking, "I'm blocking the next person! Water on my face!"). It's better to take it slow or wear a rash guard. 3) When diving, I pinched my nose and closed my eyes as I fell. Since I was wearing a life jacket, I knew I would float eventually, so I stayed calm and waited until my face was out of the water.

I wrote a lot because I had quite a bit of anxiety, but I had fun from start to finish, was moved, and was very satisfied! Even though I can't swim, I gained confidence that I could do this much. If you have a real fear or trauma, that's a different story, but for those who are inexperienced and feel scared or anxious, I think it will surprisingly work out, so I recommend participating!

(The photo is of a sea turtle I took myself. The guide will take better photos and share them.)

9:00集合(新城海岸)、15:30解散(保良泉ビーチ)でした。車の運転ができないため、朝はタクシー、間の移動とホテルまでは送迎していただきました。宮古島はタクシーが捕まりにくくなっているそうなので、時間に余裕を持った方が良いかもしれません。
午前はシュノーケリングで、ウミガメと魚に遭遇できました！こんなに近くで見られるんだ…と感動しました。とてもきれいでした。私自身泳ぎの経験がほぼなく、鼻をつまみ目を閉じないと顔を水につけられないレベルでしたが、たくさん水中を見ることができて良かったです。
パニくると水を飲んでしまったり方向が分からなくなって不安になるので、私レベルの初心者が気をつけた方がよいことを書いておきます。 ①シュノーケリングのゴーグルの曇り取りの時に海水をよく切らなかったせいで、最初少しだけ目に水が入ってしまったので、水はよく払っておく。②大きく笑うとゴーグルに隙間ができて鼻に水が入るので、ややキツめにしておく。③頑張って泳ぎすぎて息を切らして口から水を吸わないようにする。④気をつけの姿勢で顔を水につけて足だけバタバタしたら、早めに真っ直ぐ進めました。⑤夢中になってずっと顔を水につけていると音が聞こえなくなりやすいので、時たま顔を上げてガイドさんの声を聞き位置を確認する。
午後はパンプキン鍾乳洞を見に行きました。
カヤックで鍾乳洞の入り口まで行くのですが、同乗者と声をかけながら漕ぐと割と上手く進めることができるのではないかと思います。(数回座礁しかけましたが)
鍾乳洞は入り口の穴をくぐる(ここから足つきません。)→パンプキンを見る→水から上がって鍾乳洞を登っていく→ガイドさんの説明を聞きながら回る→最初登ったところからダイブ、という流れでした。鍾乳洞の中は他のツアー参加者も多く、足の踏み場に迷うこともありましたが、意外とすべりにくく、転んだり落ちたりはしませんでした。ひんやりしていて、悠久の自然を感じられて、素敵でした。
パンプキンについても、上と同様に気をつけるポイントを記載しておきます。①カヤックや、海までの道が最大の日焼けゾーンだと思います。日焼けを大げさに塗る。②鍾乳洞を登るとき、顔にかなり水がかかってビビりますが、できるだけ落ち着いてロープを掴み、焦らず冷静にのぼる。(次が詰まってしまう！顔に水が！と思って焦り、ひじにけっこう染みるすり傷ができました。落ち着いてゆっくり挑むか、ラッシュガードを着るといいと思います。)③飛び込むときは鼻をつまんで目を閉じて落ちました。ライフジャケットを来ておりそのうち絶対に浮くので、顔が水から出たと思うまで落ち着いてゆっくり耐えます。
かなり不安があったので色々書いていますが、最初から最後まで楽しかったし、感動したし、大満足です！泳げないけどここまでできたぞという自信にもなります。
本当に恐怖でトラウマがある場合は別ですが、経験なくて怖い、不安だという方でも意外となんとかなると思うので、参加してみることをおすすめします！
(写真は自力で撮ったウミガメです。ガイドさんがもっといい写真を撮って共有してくれます。)

At 9 AM, we gathered at Shinjo Beach, surrounded by shallow waters and coral, where the waves were calm and perfect for swimming. During snorkeling, we were able to see small fish hiding among the corals, and to our surprise, we encountered three sea turtles just about four minutes after starting to swim! ^_^ It was a wonderful experience. Mao, our tour guide, shared various sightseeing knowledge with us, and he was warm and attentive to every detail. I would love to experience this tour again with my family.

朝9時に遠浅で珊瑚に囲まれた海は波も穏やかで、泳ぎやすいビーチ新城海岸で集合し、シュノーケリングでは珊瑚の陰に小さな魚を見ることもでき、泳ぎ始めて4分くらいでまさかのウミガメさん！(3匹)に会えました^_^
とてもいい体験でした。　
ツアーのマオさんからいろんな観光知識を教えて頂きました。暖かくて細かいところまで気を配りました。また家族と一緒にこのツアーを体験したいと思います。

With clear skies and during the low tide of a big tide, I was able to enjoy the best conditions. I had my first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in a bay surrounded by wave-dissipating blocks, gliding over the crystal-clear sea. It turned out to be surprisingly easy, and I felt like I was riding on the Nimbus cloud with Son Goku. You can ride standing up or sitting down, both are fine. I even spotted a sea snake swimming below, which was a bit scary. Mashi took a lot of photos, and I have plenty of memories to cherish. I definitely want to try it again!

快晴の中、大潮の干潮時間と言うことで、最高のコンディションで楽しめることが出来ました。
波消しブロックの中の湾で、透き通るような海の上を初めてのSUPを楽しめました。
やってみると意外なほど簡単で、孫悟空のキント雲に乗ってる気分です。立って乗っても、座って乗ってもOK。
下を泳ぐウミヘビも見かけ、ちと怖かった(^^;
まーしーがたくさんの写真を撮ってくれて、思い出がいっぱい残りました。
是非また乗ってみたいです。

We gathered at Shinjo Beach at 8:00 and went snorkeling. It was a bit chilly in the morning, but once I got used to it, it was totally fine. I was really happy to see a lot of sea turtles! After a short drive, we went kayaking to a limestone cave. It was a mystical place, and I was moved by the greatness of nature. Jumping into the sea at the end was nerve-wracking, but it was also fun. The snorkeling guide was friendly and great! The cave guide was very talkative and reliable, which was nice! I didn't have a car and took a taxi to the meeting point, but I was grateful that they also helped with transportation during the trip and on the way back, even though it was an extra cost.

8:00に新城海岸で集合してからのシュノーケリング。
朝だから若干 海が冷たかったけど慣れたら全然平気だった。
ウミガメもたくさん見れて良かった♡
車で少し移動して、カヤックで鍾乳洞へ。
神秘的なところで自然のすごさに感動する。
最後 海へジャンプするのドキドキしたけど それも楽しかった。
シュノーケリングガイドのお兄さん、気さくで良かった！
鍾乳洞ガイドのお姉さん、たくさん話してくれて頼りがいのある方で良かった！
車がなくタクシーで集合場所まで行ったけど、別途かかるけど途中の移動・帰りの送りまでしてくれて 有り難かったです♡

I had an amazing experience feeling so close to nature. I really enjoyed the sea turtles and the Pumpkin Cave!! And above all, I underestimated the heat of Miyako Island (laughs). I went in a bikini, so I got really sunburned! I wish I had taken proper precautions and worn a swimsuit (laughs).

すごく自然を感じる体験ができました。
ウミガメもパンプキン鍾乳洞も最高に楽しめました！！
そしてなにより宮古島の暑さをなめてました（笑）
ビキニで行ったので日焼けがすごかったです！
全身しっかり予防して水着着てけばよかったなと思いました（笑）

Thank you for today. It was my first time in Miyako Island and my first time doing SUP, but I received detailed guidance and had a lot of fun! The ocean was beautiful, and although the wind was strong, I was able to take some great photos, which became wonderful memories. The access from the hotel was good, and the parking was close, which was nice. I was also able to see the photos taken by the staff right away. If I have the opportunity, I would definitely like to visit Miyako Island again. It was amazing!!

今日はありがとうございました。初の宮古島で、初めてのSUPでしたが細かくご指導頂き、とても楽しく過ごすことが出来ました！海も綺麗で風は強かったですが写真も撮っていただき、とてもいい思い出になりました。ホテルからのアクセスも良く、駐車場も近くあり良かったです。スタッフの方に撮っていただいた写真もすぐに見ることが出来ました。また機会があればぜひ、宮古島へ行った際にはよろしくお願いします！最高でした！！

The weather was wonderful, and the long-awaited Pumpkin Hall was very mystical and moving. Our guide, Mao, was efficient and made the activities run smoothly, which was great. At Pumpkin Hall, I got to hear various stories and was very satisfied. The diving was thrilling (laughs).

During snorkeling, I was able to see sea turtles and Nemo, creating great memories of Miyako Island.

Thank you very much!

お天気にも恵まれ、念願だったパンプキンホールはとても神秘的で感動しました。ガイドのまおさんはテキパキと動いてくれて、スムーズにアクティビティが出来てよかったです。パンプキンホールでは、色々な話が聞けて、大満足です。飛び込みドキドキでした（笑）
シュノーケリングでは、ウミガメやニモも見れて、宮古島のいい思い出が出来ました。

ありがとうございました

It's understandable that plans had to change due to the pumpkin being at sea, but it was disappointing that it took two days for the schedule to be adjusted, leading to the cancellation of the snorkeling tour in Yabiji. I can't help but feel regret over the cancellation of the Yabiji snorkeling, especially since I won't be able to visit Miyako Island again. It was my last trip, and I feel a deep sense of regret. I wish they had suggested a schedule change. Additionally, I was called "mother," which is something I would never experience on other tours. It was disrespectful and frustrating. I'm not your mother; I wanted to feel a sense of escape and freedom during my trip, yet I was constantly referred to as "mother." It was very unpleasant and the worst experience. I've participated in various other tours where travelers are treated properly, and those experiences were very enjoyable. Only in Miyako Island's Pipi was it the worst. The photos were mostly of large groups, and there weren't many of us, which was disappointing. It's a shame there are no good photos.

パンプキンが海のため、予定が変更になるのは仕方がないのですが、そのために2日も予定がとられることになりヤビジのシュノーケルを泣く泣くキャンセルしました。日程変更とか、１日の予定だったものをなぜ2日もとられてしまうのか？ヤビジのシュノーケルがキャンセルになってしまったので心残りで仕方ありません。もう宮古島は行けません。最後の旅行でしたので心残りで仕方ありません。日程変更を提案してくれたら良かったのに。また、他のツアーでは絶対にない呼ばれ方をしていました。何故かお母さんと呼ぶのです。失礼で頭にきてました。あなたのお母さんではないし、旅行で非日常を感じたく、解放的になりたくて行っているのに、終始お母さんと呼ばれます。とても気分は悪いかったし最悪でした。他に色々なツアーに参加していますが、ちゃんと旅行者扱いしていただき他のツアーはとても気持ちがいいです。宮古島のピピだけです。最悪です写真も団体客ばかりで私達のはあまり撮れてないし良くなかったです。いい写真がなくて残念です。。

I originally planned to participate only in canyoning, but I suddenly added snorkeling in the afternoon! It was so much fun jumping in from various spots and sliding down the river like a waterslide! When I requested to have the scenery photographed, they kindly took pictures for me! I received about 140 photos and I'm very satisfied!

Also, the staff were very kind and easy to talk to, which made me feel that just spending the morning on Iriomote Island was not enough, so I quickly signed up for an additional plan in the afternoon! Even though it was a last-minute addition, they responded very politely and promptly, which was really great! Next time, I would like to sign up for a different plan, like canoeing! 😊

キャニオニングだけの参加予定でしたが、急遽午後にシュノーケルも追加させていただきました！
色んなところから飛び込んだり、川の流れを滑り台のように降りてとても楽しかったです！風景も撮って欲しいとリクエストしたら心良く撮っていただけました！！届いた写真は140枚ほどでとても満足です！
また、スタッフの方がとても優しく気兼ねなくお話しできたので、西表島が午前中だけというのが物足りなく感じ急遽午後にも追加プランを申し込みました！急遽の追加なのにとても丁寧かつ迅速に対応していただき本当に良かったです！次回はカヌーなどの別プランを申し込みたいです☺️

I experienced SUP for the first time and it was so much fun! More than anything, our guide, Tacky, was incredibly thorough in his explanations. The conversations during the bus ride and throughout the experience were entertaining, making the time enjoyable from the start! During the experience, he shared information about the plants, and whenever we observed something curiously, he quickly explained it, which made me happy to learn more about Iriomote Island! At the end, when the waves turned against us and we were struggling to move forward, he immediately came to our aid and helped us, allowing us to finish comfortably. He was so cool! His attentiveness, communication, and consideration for others were truly wonderful, and he was a guide who didn’t seem like the youngest at all! I wish him all the best in his future endeavors! Thank you so much!

初めてSUPを体験しましたが凄く楽しかったです♪
何よりガイドしてくれたタッキーさんが凄く丁寧に説明してくださって、バス内でのトーク、体験中の会話が面白くて移動の時から楽しい時間を過ごすことができました！　体験中も植物の話や、私達が不思議そうに観察していたらすぐに説明してくれて西表島のことも色々知れて嬉しかったです！
最後波が逆になってて中々進まずで困ってたらすぐに助けてくれて運んでくれて安心して最後までできました♪
かっこよかったです！
案内の丁寧さ、コミュニケーション、周りの人への気配りが凄く素敵で、最年少とは思えないくらいのガイドさんでした♪
これからのご活躍応援してます！
本当にありがとうございました♪

It was really great. Since it was my first time SUP, I was worried about whether I could do it well, but the instructor taught us carefully, and even as a beginner, I was able to enjoy it! Both my friend and I managed to finish without falling off the board even once. They also took photos for us, and we got some great shots! They showed us good photo spots as well. I'm really glad I signed up; it was a wonderful experience. When I go to Miyakojima again, I hope to do this again. If you ever visit Miyakojima, definitely give it a try!

とても良かったです。SUP初めてだったので上手くできるか心配たったのですがインストラクターの方が丁寧に教えてくださり初心者でも楽しむ事が出来ました！友人も私も一度もボートからおちずに終われました。写真も撮って下さり良い写真が撮れました！写真スポットもおしえてくれました。とても楽しく申し込んで良かったです。良い経験となりました。また宮古島に行った際はよろしくお願いします。是非宮古島に行った際は体験してみてください。

I took the ferry from Ishigaki Island at 8:30 and participated in canyoning on Iriomote Island.

The weather was cloudy with occasional rain, which made me a bit anxious, but I didn't feel too cold even in short sleeves and shorts!

After about a 10-minute walk, we arrived at the river and jumped right in! There were several places to jump and slides, and even half a day was enough to have a great time. The guide was also entertaining! It was really so much fun!!

On the way back, I was able to borrow a shower at the office. There are no shampoo, conditioner, or hair dryers, so it’s best to bring your own if you need them!

I’ll definitely recommend this to my friends when I get back!✌️

石垣島から8時半のフェリーに乗って、西表島キャニオニング参加しました♪

天気は曇り時々雨で少し不安でしたが、半袖半ズボンでもあまり寒さを感じることがありませんでした！！

10分くらい歩いて川に着いたらさっそく飛び込み！飛び込む場所やスライダーもいくつかあって、半日でも十分楽しめましたっガイドさんも面白い！ほんとにめちゃくちゃ楽しかった！！

帰りは事務所でシャワーも借りられました。シャンプーリンスドライヤーは無いので、必要な方は持参がよさそうです！

帰ったら友達にもオススメします✌️

It was a canoe course around Yufu Island. There were more trees than I expected, and it was challenging to paddle through the jungle, haha. Not only during the canoeing but also during the car ride, I enjoyed the discussions about the wildlife of Iriomote and how the ditches and roads are designed for them! I also received recommendations for good restaurants in Ishigaki and Iriomote!

カヌーと由布島のコースでした。
思ったよりも木がたくさんあり、ジャングルの中をカヌーで進むのは難しかったです笑
カヌーの時だけでなく、移動中の車で西表の生き物の話・そのために側溝や道が工夫されていることなどお話いただいてたのしかったです！
石垣、西表のおすすめのご飯屋さんなども教えていただけました！

First of all, "Thank you for the amazing experience!!" Masaki-kun, who guided us in stand-up paddleboarding with a wonderful smile and friendliness...♪*ﾟ And Jun-san, who guided us in snorkeling with abundant knowledge and reassuring support! They kindly accommodated our sudden plan changes^^* Since I participated alone, I really appreciated their efforts to keep the conversation fun and engaging throughout! If you go in a style that can get wet, they provide all the necessary equipment, so even though I can't swim, I felt completely at ease^^* I was worried about the weather during the rainy season, but there were moments when the sun peeked through, creating unforgettable memories that I will cherish forever (*^^*) I'm also grateful to both of you!! I will be returning to Miyako, so I hope to see you again then...♪*ﾟ

まずは｢最高の体験をありがとう！！｣ 素敵な笑顔とフレンドリーさで親身にSUPガイドしてくれたまーしくん...♪*ﾟそして豊富な知識と安心のサポートでシュノーケリングガイドしてくれたジュンさん！急なプラン変更にも快くご対応下さいました^^* ひとり旅で参加だったので退屈しないよう、終始楽しいお話をしてくださったり、気遣いに感謝です！濡れてもいいスタイルで行けば、必要な道具は全て貸し出してくださるので、泳げないわたしでしたけど、全て安心して委ねました^^* 梅雨でお天気が心配でしたが、時折陽が差すときもあり、一生忘れない最高の想い出が出来ました(*^^*) おふたりにとっても感謝しています！！宮古にまた帰って来るので、その時もぜひよろしくお願いします...♪*ﾟ

Smartphones are generally not allowed, but if you choose to bring one at your own risk, a waterproof, neck-hanging type might be a good option. However, the staff will take photos for you and provide the data later, so it's okay if you don't bring one.

スマホは基本的に持ち込み不可ですが、自己責任で持ち込むのであれば防水、首から掛けれるタイプがいいかもです。
ただ、スタッフの方が写真を撮ってくださり、後でデータでくださるので、なくても大丈夫でした。

I participated in the Pumpkin Cave and Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour. Since it was during the rainy season, the weather wasn't great, but I was able to see sea turtles. It was truly a happy time ^_^ The handsome staff member, Taro, really made the tour enjoyable. Thank you very much ^_^

パンプキン鍾乳洞とウミガメシュノーケリングツアーに参加いたしました。梅雨と言うこともあり、天気は、良く無かったんですが、ウミガメに会うことができました。ほんとうに幸せな時間でした^_^
イケメンスタッフの太郎さんが盛り上げてくださり、ほんとうに楽しいツアーでした。ありがとうございました^_^

I was really worried about the weather, but somehow I was able to go!
In the end, I even got to see a sea turtle (^ ^)
This was my second time on this tour, and it was fun!
Thank you to our turtle guide as well!

天気がすごく心配でしたがどうにか行けました！
最後の最後で海亀にも会えました(^ ^)
このツアー二回目なのですが、楽しかったです！
担当亀さんもありがとうございます！

It was more fun than I imagined! I want to do it again when I go to Miyako Island! I think the weather is important, so I'm glad we could do it on a sunny day! The guide was also an interesting person, which made it even better!

想像を超えて楽しかったです！また宮古島に行った際はやりたいと思いました！
天気も重要だと思うので、晴れてる日に出来てよかったです！ガイドさんも面白い人でそれもまたよかったなと思いました！

This is definitely worth a visit.

At Shigira Beach, the chances of encountering sea turtles may decrease, but luckily, I was able to swim with one.

The sea kayaking to Pumpkin was not too challenging in terms of waves or distance, and I thoroughly enjoyed exploring the caves. The two bows and claps were also performed by the guide from Yakushima, showing respect for nature.

The schedule varies depending on the tide conditions, so it may not be as listed. For reference, I will provide my schedule below. I almost lost heart due to the rain at the start, but the water temperature was not cold, and I was able to enjoy it fully! Thank you, guide Manami!

● Schedule
11:00 Gather at Shigira Beach
13:00 Briefly disband

<During the break...>
Lunch at Island Cafe Tunkaraya
Crossing the Kurima Ohashi Bridge
Ryugu Castle Observatory (the road is narrow in places)
Miyakojima City Underground Dam Museum

15:45 Reassemble at the Pumpkin parking lot for PiPi
(It’s on the left side as you approach)

Disbanding around 18:00.

これは、行く価値あります。

シギラビーチではウミガメ遭遇率落ちるそうですが、運良く一緒に泳げました。

パンプキンまでのシーカヤックも、波も距離もそれほどでは無く、洞窟探検を堪能させて頂きました。
2礼合掌は屋久島のガイドの方もやってましたが、自然へのリスペクトですね。

スケジュールは、潮の状況によるので、掲載通りではありません。参考までに私の時のスケジュールを後述致します。
出発時の雨に心折れそうになりましたが、水温も寒くはなく、十分に堪能できました！
ガイドの真菜美さん、ありがとうございました！

●スケジュール
1100シギラビーチ集合
1300前にいったん解散

＜解散の間に・・・＞
島cafe とぅんからや ランチ
来間大橋 横断
竜宮城展望台(途中道狭いです)
宮古島市 地下ダム資料館

1545 ピピ専用パンプキン駐車場再集合
(向かって左手です)

1800過ぎに解散

Canoeing was a first experience for both of us, but thanks to our guide Teru, we were able to enjoy it while fully appreciating the great outdoors. Also, on Yufuin Island, we enjoyed a leisurely view while riding in a water buffalo cart accompanied by wonderful singing.

カヌーは2人とも初体験でしたが、ガイドのテルさんに丁寧に教えていただき、大自然を満喫しながら楽しむことが出来ました。
また、由布島は素敵な歌声と共に水牛車でのんびり景色を楽しめました。

I was able to participate in three activities in one day. I even got to meet sea turtles and was taken to spots that I couldn't have gone to without a guide. It was more fun than I imagined, and I am very satisfied. All the instructors were very polite and kind, allowing me to enjoy myself with peace of mind!

1日で3つのアクティビティに参加させて頂く事が出来ました。
ウミガメにも出会えたり、ガイドなしでは行けないスポットにも連れていってもらえて、想像以上の楽しさで、大満足です。
インストラクターみなさん、とても丁寧で親切、安心して楽しく満喫出来ました！