All Reviews for Okinawa Kayaking / Canoeing

Due to the ocean conditions, we changed to a half-day SUP cruise on the Miyara River on the day of our visit. Paddling slowly through the mangrove forest was an emotional experience, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and tranquility of nature. Our guide Hina from PiPi was also very knowledgeable about nature, and learning about the fascinating ecology of the mangrove trees was truly educational!

海の状況から半日のSUP宮良川クルーズに当日に変更していただきました。ヒルギの森をゆっくりSUPで流していくだけで、大自然の美しさや静けさが感動的でした。PiPiのガイドのヒナさんも自然の知識が豊富で、ヒルギの木の不思議な生態などホントの勉強になりました！

We experienced kayaking at my son's request. My mother and elementary school daughter were a bit anxious, but even as beginners, we received careful instruction, making it a memorable family experience on our last day in Okinawa.

息子の希望でカヤックを体験しました。母と小学生娘は少し不安でしたが、初めてでも丁寧に教えていただき、沖縄最終日の家族の思い出になりました。

We were blessed with great weather and had a comfortable time. Thank you for a wonderful day filled with canoeing for the first time in 10 years, trekking up large rocks, magnificent waterfalls, and being surrounded by wild turtles and tropical plants. I also appreciate the quick responses to my questions before departure, and the facility we visited after the tour was spacious, very clean, and made for easy tidying up. Additionally, when we went to the supermarket you recommended before boarding the ferry, we found souvenirs that were more affordable than those in Ishigaki Island. Thank you very much!

天気に恵まれ、心地よく過ごせました。
10年振りに漕いだカヌー、大きな岩を登るトレッキング、豪快な滝、野生のカメや南国の植物に囲まれた楽しい日をありがとうございました。
出発前の質問にも迅速にご回答いただいたり、ツアー後に立ち寄った施設も、広くてとても綺麗で片付けがはかどりました。　また、帰りのフェリー乗船前に教えていただいたスーパーに行くと、石垣島よりお得なお土産が販売していました。
本当にありがとうございました。

Due to the weather, the snorkeling in the afternoon was moved to another beach. Safety first! It was a fantastic experience. We gathered at 1:30 PM at the red mailbox in the terminal. The guides from Adventure Pipi are all young, energetic, and speak English very well. I really liked it!

由于天气原因 风太大 把下午的浮潜换到了另一个沙滩 安全第一 非常棒的体验 13:30 在terminal的红色邮箱这里集合 adventure pipi的guide都很年轻 很有活力 会讲英语 很喜欢

I participated in SUP! I was very satisfied to experience the great outdoors!

A guide named Matsuko was in charge, and it was fun to hear a lot about Iriomote Island during the trip!

SUPで参加しました！
大自然を体感できてとても満足です！

まつ子さんという方がガイドを担当くださりましたが、移動中もたくさん西表島の話を聞けて楽しかったです！

We participated on the first day of Golden Week with our family of three! We gathered at 8 AM to start. After signing the consent form in the parking lot, we were given marine shoes and life jackets, and then we received an explanation before heading down to the beach.

It was our first experience with SUP, and I was a bit worried about whether we would enjoy it since we had a child with us, but the guide was incredibly kind, and I felt completely at ease without any tension! Even my 8-year-old child, who isn't very athletic, was able to stay on the board without falling off even once. The child was connected to the guide's SUP, so honestly, I could just relax and let them handle everything, which was really easy for me as a parent 😂.

It had been 10 years since our honeymoon in Okinawa, and this was our first time in Miyako Island, but it truly became a wonderful memory.

家族3人でゴールデンウィーク初日に参加しました！朝8時に集合でスタート。駐車場で同意書書いてマリンシューズとライフジャケットをつけてもらい、説明を受けてビーチまで降ります。

SUP初体験で、子連れだったので、楽しめるかやや不安だったのですが、ガイドさんがとっても優しくて、全く緊張せず安心して臨めました！！
運動苦手な８歳の子どもでも、一度も落水せずに乗らせてもらえました。
子どもはガイドさんのSUPにつないでいただけたので、正直、全部おまかせ状態で、親としてとっても楽ちんでした😂
新婚旅行以来10年ぶりの沖縄かつ初の宮古島でしたが、本当に良い思い出になりました。

Encountered a sea turtle during my first snorkeling experience.
The mystical Pumpkin Cave was a highlight.
I thoroughly enjoyed it thanks to the staff's attentive guidance.

シュノーケリング初体験でウミガメ遭遇
神秘的なパンプキン鍾乳洞
スタッフの丁寧なガイドにより満喫できました

It was a wonderful experience!
The course allowed us to fully enjoy the rich nature of Miyako Island, and thanks to the guide's thorough explanations and kind support, we were able to enjoy it with peace of mind.
I was particularly moved by the beauty of nature that we don't usually get to see.
It was a tour that helped me rediscover the charm of Miyako Island.
I definitely want to participate again next time!

とても素晴らしい体験でした！
宮古島の豊かな自然を満喫できるコースで、ガイドさんの丁寧な説明と親切な対応のおかげで、安心して楽しめました。
特に、普段は見られない自然の美しさに感動しました。
宮古島の魅力を再発見できたツアーです。
次回もぜひ参加したいと思います！

The canoeing experience, trekking, and waterfall diving were all fun and precious moments! It started to rain heavily at one point, but that too was enjoyable and felt very jungle-like, and the greenery of the wet plants was incredibly beautiful. Our guide, Mr. Hoshi, was kind and reliable, sharing many interesting stories and giving us tips on how to walk. The soba we had at the top of the waterfall was also very delicious! This was my first visit to Iriomote Island for our honeymoon, and it has become a favorite island that I definitely want to revisit! I would love to join Mr. Hoshi's tour again.

カヌー体験、トレッキング、滝壺ダイブ全てが楽しくて貴重な時間でした！
途中大粒の雨が降ってきましたが、それもまたジャングルらしく楽しかったし、雨に濡れた植物の緑が映えてとても美しかったです。
ガイドの星さんは優しくて頼り甲斐のある方で、沢山興味深いお話をしてくれたり、歩き方のコツを教えてくださいました。
滝上でいただいたおそばもとっても美味しかったです♫
新婚旅行で初めて訪れた西表島でしたが、リピート確定の大好きな島になりました！
また星さんのツアーに参加したいです。

The Pumpkin Cave was impressive. It was great to see the cave up close, and the guide's explanations were fun and interesting. During snorkeling, I saw three sea turtles and witnessed them surfacing for air for the first time. The day flew by, and it turned out to be a wonderful day. I would like to do this again.

パンプキン鍾乳洞は感動。間近で鍾乳洞を見られガイドさんの説明も楽しく興味深い話しで良かったです。
シュノーケルは、ウミガメも3匹も見られ、ウミガメの息つぎ、初めて見ました。
あっという間に一日が過ぎて楽しい一日になりました
またお願いしたいと思います

The weather was perfect, and I had a fulfilling experience with morning canoeing and trekking, followed by an afternoon visit to Yufu Island. The canoeing and trekking had just the right level of difficulty and duration, and reaching the waterfall gave a sense of accomplishment. The lunch enjoyed in front of the impressive waterfall was delicious as well. I also had a relaxing time at Yufu Island.

During the tour and while moving around, the guide shared various stories about the flora and fauna and life on Iriomote Island, making the experience enjoyable.

天気にも恵まれ、午前のカヌーとトレッキング、午後の由布島まで、充実した体験ができました。
カヌーとトレッキングはちょうど良いハードさと時間で、滝に着くと達成感があります。
迫力ある滝を目の前に食べるお弁当も、美味しかったです。
由布島もゆったりと楽しめました。

ツアー中や移動中も、動植物や西表島での生活など、ガイドさんが様々なことをお話してくれるので、楽しく過ごせました。

The weather was clear and in perfect condition! I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful sea and the mysterious caves. The guide was considerate of everyone's pace, so I felt comfortable throughout the tour. Additionally, I learned about the history of Miyako Island and how the caves were formed, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

晴れていて最高のコンディションでした！
綺麗な海と神秘的な鍾乳洞を隅々まで堪能できました。
ガイドさんは、みんなのペースを考えてくださるので、安心してツアーをまわれました。また、宮古島の歴史や洞窟がどのようにできたのかを教えていただけて、さらに楽しむことができました。

I participated with five male friends!
Kayaking, pumpkin cave, snorkeling—everything was amazing!
Our guide, Yuuri, was also kind and fantastic!

男友達５人で参加しました！
カヤック🚣‍♂️パンプキン鍾乳洞🎃シュノーケリング🤿
全てが最高でした😊
ガイドのゆうり君も親切で最高でした👍

I experienced this with my 59-year-old mother, who was right at the age limit. Although she felt anxious, she didn't want to miss this opportunity, and in the end, she was extremely satisfied! I'm also very happy that I could create such wonderful memories with my mother!

The guides who assisted us were undeniably handsome (laughs), and they kindly said, "Take your time, just enjoy it safely!" They reached out to us with warmth. Even without us expressing our requests, they took numerous photos, diving back in to capture the moments, which was truly moving!

There were three groups participating in the tour, but they made an effort to engage with each person, which gave the impression that they genuinely cared about everyone.

Tetsu-chan! Yamato-kun! Thank you so much!!

59歳（年齢制限ギリギリ）の母と体験しました。
不安だけどこのチャンスを逃したくないという思いを抱えながらの参加だったようですが、結果的に大満足！とのことです。
私も、母とこんなにも素敵な思い出を作ることが出来て嬉しいです！
案内をしてくださったお兄様たちは自他共に認めるイケメンで（笑）、「ゆっくりでいいですよ、安全に楽しくです！」と優しく手を差し伸べてくれました。
こちらが要望を伝えなくても、写真を何枚も何枚も潜り直して撮ってくれて、感動しました！
ツアー参加者は3組でしたが、一人ひとりに声をかけるなど、みんなのことを気にかけてくれてるなという印象でした。
てっちゃん！やまとくん！本当にありがとうございました！！

On a clear day, I enjoyed canoeing through the refreshing mangroves, feeling the excitement at the top of the waterfall, and relaxing at the pleasant waterfall basin while listening to our cheerful guide, Hoshi. I had a wonderful half-day experience. Although I was a bit anxious at first about the mountain path, I encountered some rare plants and animals while soaking in the negative ions, which made the difficulties disappear. Thank you very much!

快晴の中、気持ち良いマングローブの中をカヌー、ドキドキの滝上、気持ち良い滝坪を愉快なガイドのホシさんのお話を伺いながら、楽しい半日を過ごす事ができました。山道もはじめは少し不安でしたが、マイナスイオンを浴びながら途中珍しい動植物とも出会え、苦しさも吹き飛びました。
ありがとうございました！

The instructor was very kind and provided detailed guidance, and I enjoyed the delicious onigiri. I had a great time spending more than half a day there. It became the best day on Iriomote Island and created wonderful memories. I'm glad I participated. I highly recommend it.

インストラクターの方がとても親切丁寧に案内していただき、おにぎりもおいしく頂きました。楽しく半日以上を過ごせました。西表島での最高の一日になり、いい思い出になりました。参加して良かったです。おすすめします。

What should I do in Miyako Island? I want to try some activities, so I signed up!

The guides, Go and Fu, were surprisingly good at storytelling and wonderful! We laughed a lot♡

Kayaking was a blast, and exploring the limestone caves was a sacred and mystical experience, so I approached it with respect 🙏

During snorkeling, I encountered colorful fish and sea turtles, making it a fun day!

Thank you, Go and Fu 😊

宮古島で何しようかな？アクティビティとかやってみたいな〜〜〜ということで申し込みました！

ガイドのゴウさんとフウちゃんの案外がお話上手で素晴らしかったです！
たくさん笑いました♡

カヤックを爆漕ぎするの楽しかったし、鍾乳洞の探検は神聖で神秘的な場所なので、敬意を持って参拝しました🙏

シュノーケリングでは色鮮やかな魚やウミガメとの出会いもあり、楽しい一日になりました！

ゴウさん＆フウちゃんありがとうございました😊

This time, I went to the Pumpkin Cave on a tour with Shabi. 🙆‍♂️

Overwhelmed by the scenery on the way to the beach, we started with a pleasant paddle on the sea to the spot. 🤟

Inside the cave, there were small fish swimming, and I felt a cleansing connection to nature.

The stalactites formed over many years, the large spring water flowing like a waterfall, the cave pearls, and the impressive giant pumpkin were all breathtaking.

Experiencing it in person was completely different from watching it in videos; I was truly moved.

The sound of jumping echoed throughout the cave, and I was able to feel nature with all my senses, making for a fulfilling day from early morning!

Thank you again! Carrying the boat back required a bit of stamina, though. 😂

今回シャビさんのツアーでパンプキン鍾乳洞へ🙆‍♂️

ビーチにたどり着くまでの景色に圧倒されながら、
カヌーを漕いでスポットまで心地よい海上の散歩からスタート🤟

洞窟内には小さなお魚も泳いでいて自然を体で感じられ心が洗われる感じがしました笑

長い年月をかけて出来た鍾乳洞や、滝のように流れる大量の湧水、洞窟真珠、圧巻の巨大パンプキン

動画で観るのとは全然違い、実際に体験してみると本当に感無量でした。。。

飛び込んだ音が洞窟内に響き渡ったり、すべての五感で自然を感じられ早朝から充実した1日になりました！

またよろしくお願いします！！
帰りのボートを運ぶのはちょっと体力が必要でした笑笑

I participated with my middle school son. We had a lot of fun kayaking. The explanations were easy to understand and interesting. The sunset was also very beautiful. I would like to try it again if I have the opportunity.

中学生の息子と参加しました。
とても楽しくカヤックができました。説明も分かりやすく面白かったです。サンセットもとても綺麗でした。また機会があればやってみたいです。

You can experience an extraordinary ocean adventure! The Pumpkin Cave was mystical 🌟 It's definitely the perfect place to relieve everyday stress ✨

非日常の海の体験ができます！パンプキン鍾乳洞は神秘的だった🌟日頃のストレスを発散するには間違いなしの場所です✨

I participated in the Sunrise Canoeing and Blue Cave Snorkeling. I was a bit anxious since I was going alone, but I had a great time chatting with the local staff and other tour participants! I rode solo on a two-person canoe, but it was easy to operate and I was able to paddle steadily. For snorkeling, even if you can't swim, the staff will pull you along with a float, so I was able to finish without any injuries.

I want to join the tour again the next time I come to Okinawa!

サンライズカヌーと青の洞窟シュノーケリングに参加しました。
一人参加だったので不安でしたが現地スタッフの方を始め、他のツアーのお客さんとも仲良く会話しながら楽しく参加できました！
カヌーは二人用ボードに一人で乗りましたが操作は簡単で安定して漕ぐことができました。
シュノーケリングは泳げなくてもスタッフの方が浮きで引っ張ってくださるので最後まで怪我なく終えることができました。

次に沖縄に来た時もまたツアーに参加したいです！

I was a bit anxious about whether I would be able to handle the experience due to my age, so I signed up for this. Our guide, Eli, was very kind and taught us a lot. We progressed slowly while learning various things during the trekking, which was great. I was able to swim in the long-awaited waterfall basin, and the rice balls we had afterward were very delicious. It's nice that there was lunch included in the half-day tour. Overall, I was able to spend the time leisurely. Other tours left early. If I have the chance to go again next time, I would like to rely on this service. Thank you very much.

年齢的に体験大丈夫かと不安でしたのでこちらに申し込みしました。ガイドのエリさんがとても親切に教えてくださいました。
トレッキングもいろいろな事を教えて頂きながらゆっくり進んで行ったのでよかったです。
念願の滝壺で泳ぐ事もでき
その後にいただいたおにぎりが
とても美味しかったです。
半日ツアーでお昼ご飯があるのはいいですね。
全体的にゆったりと過ごす事ができました。
他のツアーは早く帰られていきました。
また次回も行く事があればこちらでお世話になりたいです。
ほんとうにありがとうございました。

It was my first time experiencing mangroves, and it felt strangely different from Japan. The narrow paths winding through the mangroves were very thrilling and exciting.

初めてのマングローブでしたが、日本ではないような不思議な感覚になりました。
マングローブの間を抜ける狭い道はとてもスリリングでワクワクするものでした。

We experienced canoeing and trekking in a nature-rich environment that we wouldn't normally encounter! My child, who is four years old, had a great time. We discovered a lizard along the way, and it seemed like there were things only a child could notice, which surprised us. At the trekking destination, we were able to jump into a waterfall pool, and I found myself getting excited and jumping in multiple times.

The guide shared stories about various animals and plants, and my son asked a lot of questions, allowing us to learn many things and have fun. If we have the chance again, I would love to request the same guide!

自然豊かで普段体験できないカヌーとトレッキングをしました！子供は４歳でしたがかなり楽しんでいました。途中でトカゲを発見したり、子供だからこそ気付けるものがあるみたいで、驚かされました。またトレッキングのゴール場所では滝壺に飛びこめてたりして、ついつい大人の自分自身がはしゃいで何度も飛び込みました。
ガイドさんがいろんな動物や植物のお話してくださり、息子もたくさん質問したりして、たくさんのことを知ることができて楽しかったです。
次の機会があればまた同じガイドさんに頼みたいです！！

On the only day with a forecast for clear weather during our stay of continuous rain, I made a reservation for an activity that would be okay to do even if it rained. Unfortunately, it started to rain at the beginning, and I thought we would get soaked, but the rain stopped midway, and we were able to enjoy ourselves. I participated with my foreign husband, and he enjoyed paddling the kayak.

Having experienced the mangroves in Iriomote Island, I couldn't help but compare, and I wished for a bit more of the wild and adventurous feeling. It's an easy activity, so it might be good for families with children or for those who want to do a little activity. Also, I heard that someone had dropped their smartphone a few days prior, so I was scared of dropping mine and didn't bring it, which made me wish I could have taken more photos.

雨続きの中の滞在で唯一の晴れ予報の日に、万が一濡れても良いアクティビティをと思い、予約しました。残念ながら、始まりの時に雨が降り始め、びしょ濡れになるかと思いきや、途中で雨はやみ、楽しむことができました。外国人の夫と参加しましたが、彼はカヤックを漕ぐことを楽しんでました。
西表島のマングローブを経験したことがあったので、どうしても比べてしまい、野生感とアドベンチャー感をもう少し味わいたかったです。お手軽なので、お子様連れや少しアクティビティをしたい人には良いかもしれません。あと、スマホを数日前に落とした人がいたと聞いたため、落とすのが怖くて持参しなかったため、もう少し多く写真を撮ってもえたらうれしかったです。

I was attended to by a super handsome person with both looks and a kind heart! A trainee also accompanied us and kindly supported us when we faced difficulties.

During snorkeling, I was able to encounter sea turtles, which was truly moving 🥹. They also shared stories about the island's culture, landmarks, and helpful information during our breaks.

I highly recommend this to everyone going to Miyako Island! Thank you, Tecchan!

見た目もハートもスーパーイケメンな方に担当して頂きました！
研修中の方も同行していただき、困ったときは優しくフォローしてくれました。

シュノーケリングでは海亀とも遭遇できて感動🥹
また合間合間で島の文化や名所、耳寄りな情報などのお話もして頂きました。

宮古島に行く皆様にオススメしたいです！てっちゃんありがとう〜！

Went to the mangrove for canoeing in the morning, Akira is sweet and patient to demonstrate and guide throughout the trip. The mangrove itself is calm, I’m sure it’ll be more scenic when the weather is good.

Dropped off at ~11:30 for lunch (taco rice is great, thanks Akira!) then returned back to the pier for snorkeling in the blue cave. The undersea view is absolutely stunning and is so different to see from the water level. Sebastian is helpful and friendly to guide throughout the trip, thanks! A little suggestion is that it’s too short; perhaps some free exploration time would be better.

Overall, a great trip and quick response from the team. I booked the trip less than 24 hours before it started and still managed to get confirmation messages. It’s nothing easy, thanks for the quick response!

Went to the mangrove for canoeing in the morning, Akira San is sweet and patient to demonstrate and guide throughout the trip. Mangrove itself is calm, I’m sure it’ll be more scenic when weather is good.

Dropped off at ~11:30 for lunch (taco rice is great thanks Akira!) then return back to pier for the snorkelling in blue cave. The undersea view is absolute stunning and is so different to see from the water level. Sebastian is helpful and friendly to guide throughout the trip, thanks! Little suggestion is that it’s too short, perhaps some free exploration time would be better

Overall a great trip and quick response from the team, I booked the trip less than 24h before it starts, and still managed to get confirmation messages. It’s nothing easy, thanks for the quick response!

4 nights and 5 days
It was my first time in Miyako Island, and it was truly, truly amazing! ☺️
I couldn't see any turtles while snorkeling, but it was still a lot of fun! 👍 The guide was very polite and made the tour enjoyable.
Next time, I want to extend my stay and have even more fun! 😊 Looking forward to the next visit! 🙋‍♂️

4泊5日
初めての宮古島だったのですが
本当に本当に最高過ぎました☺️
シュノーケルでは亀を見る事は出来なかったですが💦楽しかったです👍ガイドの方も凄く丁寧で楽しくツアーに参加出来ました。
次はもっと宿泊数を増やして楽しみたいと思います😊次回もよろしくお願いします🙋‍♂️

I was very satisfied to participate in the sea kayaking this time! The guide's stories were very interesting, and I enjoyed my first experiences with canoeing and the limestone caves! If I have the opportunity again, I would like to participate! Thank you, the handsome guide Tetsu! Thank you for taking so many photos as well!

この度はシーカヤックに参加させていただきとても満足することができました！
ガイドさんの話もとても興味深くカヌー、鍾乳洞と初めての体験で楽しむことができました！また機会がありましたら参加してみたいと思います！イケメンガイドさんのてっちゃん！ありがとうございました！！写真もたくさん撮っていただきありがとうございました！

The weather was unfortunately not great on the day of the tour, and I was worried if it would still take place, but as the guide said, the sea was calm and there were no issues at all. The Pumpkin Cave was truly mystical and beautiful. I was able to purify myself with holy water, which felt refreshing.

The snorkeling was cold, but they took us to a great spot, and I even got to see a sea turtle. The guide, Yuuri, dove in and took a photo with a bubble ring. We were supposed to go stand-up paddleboarding next, but I got too cold and suggested canceling. They quickly offered to reschedule for the next day. Unfortunately, I couldn't participate, but their response was very pleasant.

Thank you, Yuuri!

当日はあいにくのお天気で催行されるのか不安でしたが、ガイドさんの言う通り、海は穏やかで全く問題ありませんでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞は本当に神秘的で美しかったです。聖水？でのお清めもでき、気持ちが浄化されました。
シュノーケリングは寒かったですが、良いポイントに案内してくれて、ウミガメにも会えました。ガイドのゆうりくんが潜ってバブルリングと一緒に写真を撮ってくれました。次にサップの予定でしたが、冷えきってしまいキャンセルを申し出たところ、すぐに翌日振替を案内してくれました。残念ながら参加できませんでしたが、大変気持ちの良い対応でした。
ガイドのゆうりくん、ありがとうございました。