All Reviews for Okinawa Hiking and Trekking

We participated in this as a final summer vacation memory with our family: my husband, our daughter (5th grade), and our son (2nd grade). There was another family with us as well. By the end, the kids became good friends and we had an even more enjoyable time!

We traveled from Ishigaki Island to Uehara Port on Iriomote Island to join the tour. It was quite windy and there were sudden rain showers in Ishigaki, but it was sunny once we arrived at Iriomote Island. In the morning, we went snorkeling! The sea was so beautiful that I kept swimming and peeking around. I was thrilled to see a sea turtle! Personally, I found the clownfish hiding in the anemone to be the cutest☆

After snorkeling, we moved to the Iriomote Island Monsoon shop by tour vehicle, which was only about a 5-minute drive from the port. We had time for lunch and changing clothes. In the afternoon, we did kayaking and trekking. The guide was cute, knowledgeable, and made the journey fun. She interacted with my son and daughter cheerfully like a friend, which made my son, who usually dislikes walking, enjoy trekking. It was moving when we finally saw the waterfall! We even encountered a habu snake along the way, which was scary but allowed us to fully enjoy the nature of Okinawa. Once we reached the waterfall, we repeatedly jumped in!

The transition from the morning's sea activities to the afternoon trekking was a bit tiring, but this tour allowed us to fully enjoy Iriomote Island in just one day! It was the best! If we have another family trip, I would love to participate again.

家族で夏休み最後の思い出に参加しました。
夫婦、娘（小5)、息子（小2)
他に一緒の方がもう一家族いました。
最後は子供同士も仲良しになりさらに楽しく過ごせました！

石垣島から西表島の上原港まで移動して参加しました。石垣島は風が強く急な雨がありましたが、西表島に着いてからは晴れていました。
午前中はシュノーケリング！海がきれい過ぎてずっと泳ぎながら覗いていました。海ガメを見ることもできて感動！
個人的にはイソギンチャクに隠れていたカクレクマノミが1番可愛かったです☆
海から上がると、ツアーの車で西表島モンスーンのショップへ移動。港から車で5分ぐらいの近さ。
昼食や着替えタイム。
午後からはカヤックとトレッキング。ガイドのお姉さんが可愛くて、物知りで楽しく移動できました。息子と娘にも友達のように明るく接してくださり、歩くの大嫌いな息子も楽しくトレッキングできました。
滝が見えてきた時は感動です！途中にハブもいて、怖いながらも沖縄の自然を満喫できました。滝に着いてからはジャンプで飛び込むを何度も何度も繰り返していました。
午前中の海から、午後のトレッキングはちょっと疲れましたが西表島を１日で満喫できちゃうこのツアー！最高でした！家族で旅行に行くことがあればまた参加したいです。

My middle and high school sons usually play games all the time, but we had a great experience in nature with canoeing, playing in waterfalls, and snorkeling where we encountered turtles. We were able to see their happy smiles. It was a valuable experience.

中高生の息子たち、普段ゲームばかりしていますが、大自然のカヌーや滝壺遊び、シュノーケルで亀に遭遇、よい笑顔を見ることができました。
価値ある体験でした

I was able to fully enjoy the northern part of Okinawa.

There are two trekking courses, and I chose the shorter one just in case, but it ended quickly. If you're young, the longer course should be fine.

Even though it was a weekday, the restaurant at the roadside station during lunch break was extremely crowded. The food was delicious, but the staff seemed overwhelmed, and the seating arrangements and clean-up were a bit sloppy. If you want to eat leisurely or look at souvenirs, it might be better to bring a bento or grab something from a nearby convenience store.

We had plenty of time at the Churaumi Aquarium, and I felt a bit restless for about an hour, but I think those who love aquariums or have children will be able to enjoy it at a relaxed pace.

沖縄北部をいっきに満喫できました

トレッキングは2コースあり、時間が心配で念のため短い方にしましたがすぐ終わってしまい、普通に若い方なら長い方でも大丈夫そうです。

平日でしたが、ランチ休憩の道の駅のレストランは激混みでした。おいしかったけど店員さんがキツそうで、席への案内や片付けがずさんです。
ゆっくり食べたい、お土産も見たい方はお弁当持参か近くのコンビニで済ませても良いかもしれません。

美ら海水族館の時間がたっぷりとられていて、1時間くらい持て余しましたが、水族館が好きな方やお子様連れの方には余裕をもって楽しめると思います。

I felt it was a bit pricey, but considering the volume and the friendly service, I'm really glad I signed up!

少し割高に感じたのですが、あのボリュームと
親切な対応を考えると申し込みして本当に良かったと思えました！

I chose this tour because I wanted to enjoy both the mountains and the sea in a limited number of days. The guide provided detailed explanations about the mangroves and mountain plants, which was interesting. The snorkeling was well-guided, making for a fulfilling day. It was great!

限られた日数の中で、山も海も楽しみたいと思い、このツアーを選びました。
ガイドの方が、マングローブや山の植物を丁寧に説明してくださり、面白かったです。
海もしっかりとスノーケルガイドをしていただき、充実した1日になりました。良かったです！

I've always wanted to try canoeing through the mangroves! It was truly refreshing to slowly enjoy nature while paddling down the river under the bright blue sky, allowing me to forget the daily hustle and bustle. I was able to experience many things that I can't normally enjoy in my everyday life, such as trekking to a large waterfall and exploring untouched natural caves. If I had more time, I would love to try even more activities. I definitely want to go again!

ずっとやってみたかったマングローブのカヌー下り！
真っ青な青空の下ゆっくりと自然を満喫しながら川を下っていくのが日頃の喧騒を忘れることができて本当に気持ち良かったです。
大きな滝までのトレッキングや手つかずの自然の洞窟の探検など普段生活をしている中では味わえない事が沢山出来ました。もっと時間があればもっと色々なことを経験してみたいです。
また、是非行きたいと思います！

It was a very hot day, exceeding 33 degrees, but canoeing among the unique plants and trees of Iriomote Island was enjoyable, and the Pisanara Falls exceeded my expectations, feeling like a place that could be anywhere but Japan. The cave was naturally preserved in a good way; it was dark and narrow, but that added to the extraordinary experience! However, it seemed there wasn't a spot with light shining through like in the tour photos.

The trekking to the falls takes about 30 minutes and is quite hard. To prevent sunburn and to touch the plants, I recommend wearing long-sleeved leggings even in summer.

This tour is highly recommended for those who love caves and limestone caves. The tour guide was a very young woman, but she was dedicated and left a good impression. It seems that the place where we could store our luggage and borrow a shower also operates as a guesthouse, which had a great atmosphere. I would like to stay there next time I visit.

33度超えでとても暑い日でしたが西表島ならではの植物や木々の中のカヌーは楽しく、ピサナーラ滝は予想以上で日本とは思えない感じでした。洞窟も良い意味で自然そのままなので、くらく狭いですが、それがまた非日常でよかった！ただこのツアーの写真のような光が差す場所はなかったような…
滝までのトレッキングは30分くらいですがまあまあハードです。日焼け防止と植物に触れたりするので夏でも長袖スパッツをお勧めします。
洞窟や鍾乳洞好きな方にはこのツアーはとてもオススメです。
ツアーのガイドさんはとても若い女性の方でしたが一生懸命で好感がもてました。荷物を預けたりシャワーを借りたこちらはゲストハウスもやってらっしゃるようでとても雰囲気がよく、次回はこちらに泊まりでまた来たいと思います。

Cape Hedo and the Great Stone Forest are far from Naha and difficult to visit individually, so I was very satisfied with the tour bus that took us around. Since the tour is mainly free time, there's absolutely no problem participating alone!

辺戸岬や大石林山は那覇からは遠く個人では行きにくい場所なのでツアーバスで巡れてとても満足です。自由行動が基本なので１人参加でも全く問題無し！

I wanted to visit Daishi Forest Mountain, but since I'm not good at driving, I chose this tour. I was very satisfied with the result.

大石林山に行ってみたく、しかし運転が苦手だったためこのツアーを選択しました。
結果とても満足できました。

I was able to experience a lot of nature on Iriomote Island! The limestone cave provided an exciting and thrilling experience. The guide was friendly and explained the plants of Iriomote Island in an easy-to-understand way. I would love to use this service again!

西表島の自然に沢山触れあえました！鍾乳洞ではワクワクドキドキの体験ができました♩ガイドさんも気さくで西表島の植物についてわかりやすく教えていただきました(o^^o)また利用したいです♬

It was a very satisfying tour. The bus arrived on time, and the driver drove safely. The female tour guide—I'm sorry, I forgot her name—was very kind and attentive. I appreciate it.

As for the weather, there was rain and wind during the tour, but by the time we arrived at the Churaumi Aquarium, it had cleared up beautifully.

During the trekking at Daisekirinzan, I was able to walk without getting too tired. At Cape Hedo, I was moved by the wonderful view, so much so that I didn't mind the rain and wind. Thank you very much for providing such a wonderful experience.

大変満足のいったツアーでした。
バスも時間通りにお迎えに来ていただき、運転手の方も安全運転でまた添乗員の女性の方：お名前を忘れてしまいました。ごめんなさい。
とても親切丁寧は対応でした。感謝です。
お天気の方は　ツアー途中　雨、風ではありましたが美ら海水族館に到着したころは　素晴らしく晴れ上がってました。
大石林山トレッキングでは　それほど疲れない程度で歩けました。
辺戸岬では雨風も気にすることの無いほどの　素晴らしい眺めに感動しました。素晴らしい体験をさせて頂き本当にありがとうございました。

My first time on Iriomote Island. I only had one day to spare, so I signed up for this packed course. As a result, it was incredibly fun.

I was able to paddle the canoe more smoothly than I expected, and the trekking was hard, but when I reached the Pinaisara Falls, all my fatigue disappeared. It was just after the rainy season, and the sea was very clear with vibrant coral. I even got to see a large sea turtle, and I was extremely satisfied!!

I definitely recommend participating!!

初西表島。１日しか日にちが割けなかったので、盛りだくさんなこちらのコースを申し込みました。結果、最高に楽しかったです。
カヌーも思ったより順調に漕げて、トレッキングはハードでしたが、ピナイサーラの滝に着くと疲れも吹っ飛びます。ちょうど梅雨明けしたとこで、海もすごく透明度が高く珊瑚もイキイキしてました。大きなウミガメも見ることもできたし、大満足です！！
是非、参加することをお勧めします！！

I originally booked a one-day tour, but due to my mistake, I realized I wouldn't make it in time for the boat after the tour, so I urgently changed to a half-day tour the day before. It was during the rainy season, and the forecast was cloudy with occasional rain, so I gave up on snorkeling and opted for a tour that included only trekking and canoeing.

I was picked up from the Paina Maya Hotel at 9:30 and arrived at Monsoon about 30 minutes later. It was a nice viewpoint with a view of the sea beyond the forest, and there were two horses while we waited for the other guests to arrive. Once everyone was gathered, we moved by car to the canoe launch site.

We boarded the canoe aiming for the Pinaisara Falls, progressing through the mangroves. The weather was cloudy and the temperature was just right, and we arrived at the canoe drop-off point in about 30 minutes. From there, we aimed for the waterfall basin on foot. We climbed for about 30 minutes through a muddy jungle, navigating rocky areas and many roots, until we reached the waterfall basin. The water splashes felt refreshing, and the height of 50 meters was impressive. Here, we had some free time to eat the lunch that the staff brought and take photos. After about an hour, we returned the same way.

◎ Staff
Most of the staff were in their 20s, very friendly, and helped create a lively atmosphere.

◎ Other guests
There was a group of 10 people and two solo female travelers. I got along well with the solo travel group.

◎ Clothing
The canoe ride can get your pants quite wet. They provide shoes, hats, and waterproof bags for rent.

Thank you for accommodating the change in the tour content despite the short notice. Since it seems there are accommodations available, I would like to visit again for an overnight stay next time.

元々こちらの１日ツアーを申し込んでいましたが、私の手違いで、ツアー後乗る船に間に合わない事が発覚し、急遽前日に半日ツアーに変更して頂きました。ちょうど梅雨時で、曇り時々雨との予報だったので、シュノーケリングは諦め、トレッキング、カヌーのみのツアーに。
パイヌマヤホテルから９時半に送迎して頂き、30分程でモンスーンさんに到着。森の向こうに海の見える見晴らしのいい高台で、馬が2頭いて、ほかのお客さんが到着するまで少し待機。
みんな揃ったら車でカヌー乗り場まで移動。
ピナイサーラの滝を目指してカヌーに乗船。
マングローブの中を進みます。曇りで気温もちょうど良く、30分くらいでカヌー降り場に到着。
ここからトレッキングで滝壺を目指します。ぬかるんだジャングルの中、途中岩場や根っこが多い道を30分ほど登っていき、滝壺に到着。
水しぶきが気持ちよくて、50メートルの高さに圧感です。ここで、スタッフさんが持ってきてくれたお弁当を食べたり、写真とったりゆっくり自由時間。1時間ほどしてから元の道を帰りました。
◎スタッフさん
皆さん20代の若めの方が多く、とても気さくで盛り上げてくれました。
◎ほかのお客さん
10名の団体さん、一人旅女性2名
一人旅グループさんと仲良くさせていただきました。
◎服装
カヌーで結構ズボンが濡れます。
靴、帽子、防水バッグは貸し出ししてくれます。


今回は、急だったにも関わらず、ツアーの内容を変更して頂きありがとうございました。
宿泊施設もあるようなので、今度は泊まりで訪れたいと思います。

Whenever I see a jungle exploration program on TV, I often think that I would like to go someday.

Nature spreads out before me, and we walk along paths that have no trails. We become familiar with the island while learning about the names and origins of wild animals and trees.

On this trip to Barasu Island and Pinai Sara Falls, I was able to experience such a grand adventure, almost untouched by human hands.

The guide carefully explained the local flora and fauna, and by learning about the island's formation, I was able to enjoy Iriomote Island even more.

Thank you for serving warm tea at the waterfall basin and providing brown sugar on the boat whenever we wanted it.

The kayak journey through the mangrove forest to Pinai Sara Falls is sure to leave you in awe as you encounter the scenery transitioning from narrow tributaries to wide river expanses.

If I catch Iriomote fever, I will fly back from Tokyo again.

テレビでジャングル探検番組があると、いつか行ってみたいなぁと思うことがしばしばありました。

目の前に自然が広がり、自分たちの足で道無き道を歩いていく。そして、野生の動物や木々の名前や由来を聞きながら島に親しむ。

今回のバラス島とピナイサーラの滝では、ほとんど人の手が加えられていない、そんな大冒険を味わうことができました。

ガイドの方は地元の動植物を丁寧に解説してくれて、島の成り立ちを知ることで、より一層西表島が楽しめます。

滝壺では暖かいお茶を出してくれたり、船の上でも黒糖を欲しい時に提供していただき、ありがとうございます。

ピナイサーラの滝までのマングローブ林のなかを進むカヤックは、細い支流から大きくひらけた川幅に差し掛かるその景色に大感動すること間違いなし。

西表病に罹ったらまた東京から飛んできます。

The weather was bad, but I was able to see sea turtles, and the guide was very nice. Thank you very much.

天気は悪かったけど、ウミガメも見れて、ガイドさんも感じがとても良かったです。
ありがとうございました。

ほとんど曇りで雨の日でしたが、ジャングルとその天気はとても良い組み合わせだと思います。マングローブ川でのカヤックはとても楽しくてリラックスできましたし、滝も素晴らしかったですし、洞窟は雨の中の冒険のようでした。とても楽しい体験をしました。強くお勧めします！

It was mostly cloudy and rainy day, but I think the jungle and that weather are quite a good match. Kayaking on the mangrove river was so fun and calming, the waterfall was great, and the cave was like an adventure in the rain. Such fun experience I had. Highly recommended!

We progressed through the mangroves by canoe and then trekked to Pinai Sara Falls. Along the way, they provided explanations about the flora and fauna and took photos at various points. They even used a 360-degree camera, which was quite innovative. After enjoying handmade Yaeyama soba for lunch, we took a boat to Barasu Island, where we also took commemorative photos. After that, we snorkeled at a snorkeling point for as long as we wanted until time was up. The sea around Iriomote was beautifully adorned with coral, resembling a flower garden, and we even encountered sea turtles, which was incredibly fun.

マングローブをカヌーで進み、途中からトレッキングでピナイサーラの滝へ。
道中、動植物の解説を交えながら、ポイントポイントで写真を撮ってくれます。
360度撮れるカメラでも撮ってくれて、なかなか工夫がされています。
ご主人手作りの八重山そばでランチをした後は、バラス島まで船で行き、そこでも記念撮影。
後は、シュノーケリングポイントで時間が来るまで好きなだけシュノーケリング。西表の海はサンゴがお花畑のように美しくて、海ガメとも遭遇できてとっても楽しかったです。

I had a great time.
I participated on May 1st, the first day of the Reiwa era.
The tour guide and the driver were very nice, and even though it rained and we got caught in traffic, I didn't feel any of the difficulties and spent a fulfilling time.
On the way to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, we were almost late for the last dolphin show due to traffic, but thanks to the quick thinking of the two of them, we were able to see it safely.
They provided water, candy, and snacks at good points, which lifted my spirits and made me feel relaxed.
Thank you very much.
The trekking was fun, but it started to rain heavily. When we got on the bus, they always kindly said, "It was tough, thank you for your hard work."

でしたが、楽しめました。
令和初日の５月一日に参加しました。
添乗員さん運転手さんのお人柄が良く、雨が降ったり渋滞にも巻き込まれたのに、そんな大変さも感じらことなく充実した時間を過ごしました。
美ら海水族館までの道中は、渋滞で最後のイルカショーに間に合わないところでしたが、お二人の機転で、無事に観ることが出来ました。
お水や、あめ、お菓子など良いポイントで提供していただき、疲れも吹っ飛び心が和みました。
どうもありがとうございました。
トレッキングは、楽しかったのですが、激しく雨がふってきましたが、バスに乗る時に、大変でしたね、お疲れ様でしたと、必ず優しい声をかけていただきました。

Unfortunately, it rained while I was trekking at Oishi Forest Park, but there were free umbrellas available in various spots, allowing me to fully enjoy the power spot without any inconvenience. I think it would have been even better if the weather had been nice...

あいにくの天気で大石林山をトレッキングする時に雨に降られましたが、無料の貸し傘がところどころに置かれていて、不自由することなくパワースポットを満喫できた。
天気が良ければなお良いとは思いますが・・・。

The staff who guided us were knowledgeable about various things and were wonderful. It started to rain heavily partway through the day, but it was an experience that reminded me of my childhood. As I entered the cave, I thought, "Is it really going to be like this?" and then an incredible view unfolded before me, which was moving. I felt that such an experience is hard to come by.

ガイドしてくださったスタッフの方もいろんな事をよく知ってて、ステキでした。
当日は途中から雨も強く降り始めましたが、子供の頃を思い出したような体験でした。洞窟はこんな所入って行くの～と思っていくと、すっごい景色が広がり、感動でした。こんな体験なかなか出来ないと思いました。

It was a day when we were worried about strong spring winds and rain, but our guide was very enthusiastic in ensuring we could safely experience Iriomote Island. The lunch we had in the mountains was so delicious that it reminded me of the joy of school field trips when I was in elementary school. We were even able to snorkel, which I thought would be impossible, and I was truly happy to swim in the coral sea with sea turtles and tropical fish! With such a packed itinerary, I thought I would like to stay on Iriomote Island longer next time.

春の強風と雨が心配された日でしたが、私達が安全に西表島を体験できるよう、とても熱心にガイドしていただきました。山の中で食べたお弁当は、小学生の頃の遠足の喜びを思い出す位に美味しく感じました。無理かと思われていたシュノーケリングも出来て、海ガメや熱帯魚と一緒に珊瑚の海を泳ぐことができ本当に幸せでした！盛りだくさんの内容で、次はもっとゆっくり西表島に滞在してみたいと思いました。

The guide was very kind and fun, and although we were caught in the rain while canoeing, it added to the adventure and was really great. The stories were interesting, and the giant rice balls we had for lunch were delicious, especially enjoyed in front of the waterfall. We had to crouch quite a bit to enter the cave, but we felt the beauty of nature's formations. It was a day filled with energy from nature!

ガイドさんもとても優しく楽しい方でカヌーも行きしなは雨に降られましたが、それもまた、探検ぼくてとてもよかったです。お話も面白くお昼ご飯の特大おにぎりも、滝の前で食べれて本当においしかったです。洞窟もかなりかがんだりしながら中に入り自然の造形美を感じました。自然からパワーをいっぱいもらった1日でした！

We participated in a day trip from Ishigaki Island with my wife and our second-grade son. The guide was very kind to us, and we had an incredibly memorable and amazing experience.

During the canoeing and trekking to the waterfall, the guide provided detailed explanations about the natural creatures and plants, and he answered my son's various questions appropriately, deepening his interest in nature. It was also a lot of fun to dive into the waterfall pool.

The itinerary was manageable even for canoe beginners, thanks to the appropriate advice, and the trekking was quick, taking only about 30 minutes.

The latter part in the limestone cave surprised me a bit as I didn't expect that to be the entrance, but it was filled with a sense of adventure and was enjoyable.

Next time, I want to stay on Iriomote Island and participate! My son seems to have had an unforgettable experience and is excitedly saying he wants to go back to Iriomote Island!

小２の息子と妻と3名で石垣島からの日帰り参加でした。
ガイドさんにはとても良くして頂き、非常に思い出に残る最高の体験ができました。

滝までのカヌーやトレッキングでは自然の生物や植物について細かく説明してくれて、息子の様々な質問にも適切に答えてくれて、自然への興味をより深いものにしてくれました。
滝壺にもダイブで入れ、とても楽しかったです。

行程は、カヌー初心者でも適切なアドバイスで問題なく進めることが出来たし、トレッキングも30分程度で行けるのであっという間に行けました。

後半の鍾乳洞は、ここから入るの？ってところが入口で少々ビックリしましたが、秘境感満載で楽しかったです。

今度は西表島に宿泊して参加したいと思います！！
息子も忘れられない体験になったようで、西表島また行きたい！と騒いでます

We participated as a family of five from a hotel in Ishigaki Island. We chose this ambitious tour, wanting to be active and do various activities. However, with the rain and wind, we were prepared for cancellation, but the tour went ahead. The ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we took a bus via Ohara Port and arrived over an hour late to start the tour.

Canoeing was my first experience, but the current was gentle, so there were no issues. Time felt like it was flowing slowly. Next was trekking, where we had a plant guide and made our way to a waterfall with a significant drop. The rain had increased the water flow, and I was surprised to see the powerful waterfall up close. On the way back in the canoe, I was already accustomed and felt relaxed. Our guide, Aya, shared many wonderful things about Iriomote, making for a fun time.

Due to the rain, we had our meal in a monsoon, and with guidance from Aya's husband, Mr. Kamei, we started snorkeling. Even in the rain, the underwater world was beautiful with fish and coral, and I was moved to see sea turtles and sea snakes. There were hats, towels, raincoats, and wetsuits available, so forgetting something wasn't a problem.

There were times when the rain intensified, but since we were going to get wet anyway, it was all in good fun. Although the temperature was low for the season and the weather was bad, the attentive service from the Kamei couple warmed our chilled bodies, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time on Iriomote Island. It would have been perfect if the weather had been clear, but I was still satisfied.

石垣島のホテルから家族5人で参加。
アクティブに行こうといろいろ入ったこの欲張りツアーを選ぶ。しかし雨、風となり中止も覚悟したが決行。上原港行きは欠航し大原港経由でバスでたどり着く。予定より1時間以上遅れてツアースタート 。 カヌーは初めてでしたが流れは緩やかで問題なし。 時間もゆっくり流れる感覚でした。続いてトレッキングは植物ガイドしてもらいながら落差のある滝までの往復。雨で水量増えて大迫力を間近で見れてビックリでした。帰りのカヌーではもう慣れて余裕でした。ガイドのあやさんが西表の素晴らしいところを沢山教えてくれて楽しい時間でした。
雨のためモンスーンで食事し、あやさんご主人の亀井さんのガイドでシュノーケリングスタート。雨でも海の中は魚に珊瑚でキレイで海ガメウミヘビにも会えて感動。
帽子やタオルやカッパにウェットスーツ、温水シャワーもあり、忘れ物しても問題なかった
雨きつくなる時もあったがどうせ濡れるしご愛敬。季節的に気温は低くさらに天候悪く不安いっぱいでしたが、案内してくれた亀井ご夫婦の至れり尽くせりの対応で家族皆、冷えた体も暖かくなって西表島を満喫し終われました 晴れであれば最高ですが満足できました。

It was raining on the day of our adventure, which brought down our spirits a bit. However, we paddled our canoe through the heavy downpour and ventured deep into the river. From there, we trekked up through the dense jungle, and the sight of the swollen Pinai Sara was impressive, lifting our spirits significantly. The cave was completely dark without any lighting. We wore headlamps and bumped our helmets against the rocks, crouching down and getting our lower bodies wet—it was truly an adventure. The staff from Iriomote Island Monsoon were friendly and taught us many things with great care.

当日は雨だったのでテンションは下がっていたのですが
土砂降りの中、カヌー漕いで川の奥まで行き、そこからトレッキングで密林を登って目に入ってきた増水したピナイサーラは迫力があり、テンションアゲアゲになりました。また、洞窟は照明もなく真っ暗でした。
私達は、ヘッドライトをつけながら、ヘルメットを岩にぶつけたり、しゃがんで下半身を濡らしたりとまさにアドベンチャーでした。
西表島モンスーンさんは人柄も良く、丁寧で色んな事を教えてもらいました。

I booked a half-day tour to explore Iriomote Island during my main trip to Ishigaki Island. Although it rained, I was able to see impressive waterfalls, and I had a more enjoyable experience than I expected with trekking and cave exploration. The instructor provided various explanations along the way, making the time fly by. I think it's a course that allows you to experience the charm of Iriomote Island even in a limited time and enjoy it thoroughly!

石垣島に滞在メインの旅行で、西表島にも足を伸ばしたいと思い、半日コースを申し込みしました。
生憎の雨でしたが、迫力のある滝が見れましたし、トレッキングに洞窟探検、思った以上の楽しい体験が出来ました。道中、インストラクターの方がいろんな説明をしてくださるので、あっという間に時間が過ぎてしまいました。
限られた時間でも西表島の魅力に触れられ、十分に楽しめるコースだと思います！

We experienced this with two people aged 65 and 61. We usually go out without plans, but since the weather tomorrow is forecasted to be cloudy, we started looking for options about two hours before leaving home and made a reservation without fully understanding the details. On the day, it drizzled on and off. What I thought would be a regular cave turned out to be an exciting cave exploration where we crawled through a limestone cave. The round trip to the waterfall involved canoeing and trekking, and everything exceeded our expectations. It was the best experience I've had so far. The guide was also very good. I was hoping to see the sunset and the stars in Ishigaki Island, but they were obstructed by clouds and moonlight. Next year, I want to stay in Iriomote. I definitely recommend this experience without worrying about age.

６５と６１歳の二人で体験してきました。
いつも予定なしで出かけるのですが、
明日の天気は曇りということで、
家を出る２時間位前から探したので
、内容をよく理解しないままでの予約をしました。
当日は小雨が降ったりやんだりでした。
予想もしなかった普通の洞窟と思っていたら
鍾乳洞の中を四つんばいになっての感動の洞窟探検。
カヌーとトレッキングで滝壺までの往復
すべてが期待以上の経験をさせていただきました。
今までの経験上最高の遊びでした。
ガイドさんもとても良かった。
石垣島では夕日と夜空の星を期待したのですが
雲と月明かりにじゃまされてしまいました。
来年は西表に泊まりたいと思います。
年齢を気にしないで是非体験してみたら良いですよ。

The weather wasn't great, but I was able to take a round trip. I couldn't see Cape Hedo or Yoron Island, but it was still nice. Since it was my second time at the aquarium, I could take my time exploring. Especially in the later hours, when there were fewer people. It was a day filled with enjoyment.

お天気はいまひとつでしたが、ぐるっと一回りできました。辺戸岬も与論島は見えなかったけど、よかった。水族館は2度目だったのでゆっくり見れました。特に後半の時間が人がはけてて。たっぶり楽しめた1日でした。

The duration of stay at each point was just right, and at Oishi Forest Park, I was able to walk leisurely while taking photos without feeling rushed. The course with the strange rocks and views usually takes an hour, but I was able to complete it faster than expected, so I extended my visit to another course to see the banyan trees, and in the end, I managed to cover all the courses within 80 minutes. I think younger people or those with a decent level of fitness can see all the courses. The Churaumi Aquarium seemed to be planned so that we could make it in time for the dolphin show. The show started at a good time after we arrived, so it was possible to see it. I had enough time for the three-hour aquarium visit, so I also went to Emerald Beach, which is located in front of the aquarium, and enjoyed the scenery. The local guide was friendly and full of love for Okinawa. I was also happy to receive a complimentary bottle of water. Thank you very much.

各ポイントでの滞在時間も丁度良く、大石林山ではあせることなくルートをのんびり写真取りながら歩けました。奇岩と展望が見れるコースは、通常なら一時間掛かるのですが、思いの外早く回れたのでガジュマルを見にもう１つのコースへも足を伸ばし、結果全てのコースを80分という枠内で回りきれました。若手の方やある程度の健脚なら全コース見れると思います。美ら海水族館はイルカショー開催時間に間に合う様なプランニングだったのでしょうか。到着して程よい時間にイルカショーがスタートするので、見ることも可能です。水族館３時間の枠は余裕があったので私は水族館先にあるエメラルドビーチへも行き、景色を楽しむ事ができました。現地ガイドさんが気さくて沖縄愛に溢れた素敵な方でした。お水一本のサービスも嬉しかったです。有難うございました。

In the morning, I experienced the great outdoors with canoeing and trekking towards the Pinai Saara Falls on Iriomote Island. In the afternoon, I was able to meet the long-awaited sea turtles while snorkeling at Barasu Island. The staff were very helpful, providing detailed explanations about Iriomote Island for our group of seven, which made for a wonderful memory. I would like to request Monsoon again next time.

午前中、西表島ピナイサーラの滝を目指してカヌー＆トレッキング、大自然を実感しました。
午後は、バラス島にシュノーケリング待望のウミガメちゃんに会えました。
スタッフの方に大変お世話になりました、7人のグループで色々丁寧に西表島の説明があり、楽しい思い出になりました。
次回もモンスーンを指名したいです。