All Reviews for Okinawa Kayaking / Canoeing

The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, sharing many stories about the islands during our travels, which made it enjoyable. We had a fulfilling day riding in an ox cart and paddling a canoe to see the mangroves.

One disappointing aspect was that I had imagined we would be able to explore deeper into the jungle while canoeing, but in reality, we only paddled a little on a large river and landed at a small area with mangroves for a brief walk, which was a bit different from what I had envisioned.

Overall, I am satisfied. Thank you for the valuable experience.

ガイドさんが気さくで物知りで移動中もたくさんの島に関するお話をしてくださり楽しめました。牛車に乗ったり、カヌーを漕いでマングローブを見たりとても充実した一日になりました。

1つ残念だったのは、ジャングルの中をカヌー漕ぎながら探索できるのかなと勝手に思っていましたが、実際は大きな川をカヌーで少し漕いで、小さなマングローブ群なあるところに上陸して少し散策しただけだったのが想像と少し違いました。

全体的には満足です。
貴重な体験ありがとうございました。

The tour guide was cheerful and great at explaining things, making it enjoyable for beginners to kayak. Thank you very much!
The mangrove forest felt like a different dimension, and the air was so fresh. I would love to stay there.
It was fun paddling the kayak gently through the water, and I think I might get hooked on it.
If I have the chance again, I would definitely love to do it!

陽気かつ、説明上手なツアーガイドさんで初心者でも楽しみながらカヤックに乗れました。ありがとうございました！
マングローブ林は異次元の世界で、空気が綺麗でした。そこに宿泊したいぐらい。
ユラユラと水を掻いてカヤックを進めるのが面白く、ハマりそうです。
また機会があれば是非よろしくお願いします。

Following the handsome guide, I had my first sea kayaking experience! We got off the kayak in front of a cave and swam into the cave with the pumpkin stalactites! It was a larger cave than I expected, and we explored while receiving thorough explanations! We took a lot of photos, creating wonderful memories! Thank you very much!

イケメンガイドさんについて行き初のシーカヤック体験！洞窟の前でカヤックから降りパンプキン鍾乳石のある洞窟へ泳いでエントリー！思ったより広い洞窟で丁寧に説明をしてもらいながら探検しました！写真も沢山撮ってもらえていい思い出です！ありがとうございました！

The guide shared information about Miyako Island and its legends, making for a mystical experience with the canoe and pumpkin! It was incredibly fun and the best trip ever! Thank you!

ガイドさんが宮古島のことや言い伝えなど教えてくれた上での、カヌーでのパンプキン神秘的体験！めちゃくちゃ楽しく最高の旅になりました！
ありがとうございました！

I participated during a rainy day in mid-March. The weather forecast the day before had issued a strong wind and wave warning, but I was able to join without any issues.

In the morning, I challenged myself with mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). I was worried about the wind, but the mangrove forest acted as a windbreak, allowing me to enjoy the unique scenery of the tropics with minimal impact. I didn't feel much cold while moving my body; in fact, I felt that a bit of chill made it even more enjoyable.

In the afternoon, we were supposed to go snorkeling, but the originally booked location was canceled due to bad weather, and we participated at a different spot. They called the day before to ask if I wanted to cancel or join at another location. Although it was drizzling and windy at times, once I put on the wetsuit they provided and entered the sea, I quickly got used to the initial coldness and thereafter enjoyed the colorful tropical fish and coral reefs without feeling cold.

There were also participants who couldn't swim, but they were able to enjoy themselves by holding onto the float that the guide was pulling. The guides were very clear with their instructions and provided information about Ishigaki Island during our travels, which made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy the experience.

If I have the opportunity to visit again, I would definitely want to participate once more, and I highly recommend it to anyone considering joining.

3月中旬の雨天時の参加でした。
前日の天気予報では強風波浪注意報が出ていましたが無事に参加出来ました。
　午前中はマングローブSUPに挑戦し、風が心配でしたがマングローブ林が防風林となってほとんど影響を受けずに南国特有の景色を楽しむことが出来ました。身体を動かすため寒さもあまり感じず、むしろ寒いぐらいの方が楽しめるように感じました。
　午後はシュノーケリングでしたが、本来予約していた場所が荒天のため中止となり、別の場所での参加となりました。前日に電話連絡があり、キャンセルか別の場所での参加かを聞いてくれました。時折振りつける小雨と風の中での参加となりましたが、準備いただいたウェットスーツを着て海に入ると最初の冷たさも直ぐに慣れ、以降は寒さも感じずカラフルな熱帯魚と
サンゴ礁を堪能できました。
　泳げない方も参加されて居ましたが、ガイドの引っ張るフロートに掴まって皆と同じように楽しんでおられました。
　ガイドの皆さんも大きな声で注意事項もわかりやすく、移動中もアクティビティ以外の石垣島情報まで丁寧に教えてくださり、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。
　もし次回来島することがあれば必ずまた参加したいと思いますし、検討中の方は是非参加することをお勧めします。

I was told to take the 8 AM ferry from Ishigaki Island, but when I arrived at the ferry terminal, I was informed that they were doing maintenance and it was uncertain if it would leave at 8. I panicked a bit, but when I called to confirm, they smoothly assured me that the 8:30 ferry would be fine.

The explanation for the canoeing was easy to understand. Since it was my third time canoeing, I was able to get on smoothly. They also provided explanations about the mangroves. We enjoyed a leisurely float, even with some canoe traffic.

Once we reached the point, we started trekking. We climbed along a bumpy path while receiving explanations about the plants and taking photos. It was hot under the blazing sun, and I was sweating a lot. But we finally arrived safely.

The waterfall was flowing down with incredible force, and the splashes felt great. With most of the other tour participants having left, it felt almost like a private experience—so luxurious!

While enjoying the magnificent waterfall, we had handmade rice balls. They were large, but the rice was delicious, and I finished them all. Thank you for the meal!

I dipped just my feet into the Takitsubo, and it was cold. Before I knew it, my sweat had dried, and I started to feel a bit chilly, so we set off. We slowly made our way back to the canoe landing.

The canoe traffic on the way back was a stark contrast to the earlier congestion, and we floated leisurely. All I could hear were the sounds of birds. Was it a crested serpent eagle? Or a peacock? The breeze and sunlight felt just right, making it very pleasant.

After that, we rode a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island. While on the cart, they played the sanshin. It was so relaxing. Go, water buffalo!

Upon arriving at Yufu Island, we leisurely toured while eating gelato. We also observed the golden pupae before heading back.

It was a very fulfilling and enjoyable day from the morning. I am extremely satisfied.

石垣島から８時のフェリーに乗ってきてと言われていましたが、当日フェリー乗り場に行くと、点検修理してるので８時に出るか分からないと言われプチパニック。電話で確認すると８時半のフェリーでも大丈夫とすんなり対応してくださいました。
カヌーの説明もわかりやすかったです。
カヌーは3度目だったのでスムーズに乗れました。マングローブの説明もしてくださいました。カヌー渋滞もありつつのんびりぷかぷか。
ポイントに付き、トレッキング開始〜。凸凹道を登り、植物の説明など受けながら写真撮影もしていただきよっこらしょ。お日様にガンガン照らされて暑。汗だくになりつつ、よっこらどっこい。無事到着〜。
すごい勢いで流れ落ちれる滝。水しぶきが気持ちいい〜。他のツアーの方も帰られほぼ貸切状態。贅沢〜〜。
壮大な滝を見ながら手作りおにぎりいただきました〜。大きかったけどお米が美味しく、ペロリと完食〜〜。ごちそうさまでした。
タキツボへは足だけチャプチャプつかりにいきました。冷たかったです〜。いつのまにか汗もひき微妙に寒く感じてきた頃合いに出発。来た道をゆっくり戻ってカヌー乗り場まで。
行きしなのカヌー渋滞が嘘のよう〜貸切状態でのんびりぷかぷか。聞こえるのは鳥の鳴き声。カンムリワシかな？クジャクかな？風も日光もいい感じでとても気持ちいい。
その後は水牛車に乗って由布島へ〜。
水牛車に乗りながら三線引いてくださいました。のんびりー。水牛さん頑張って〜。
由布島到着。ジェラート食べながらゆっくり観光〜〜。金色蛹も観察して帰路へ。
朝からとても充実した楽しい1日でした〜。大満足です。

Due to bad weather, we could only do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) instead of snorkeling, but I was happy to be able to do at least one activity! It was my first time doing SUP, and the guidance was so thorough that I didn't have any trouble. The explanations about each spot during the SUP were very interesting, and we talked throughout the tour about recommended sightseeing spots in Ishigaki and good places to eat, which made it very enjoyable.

Although it was a tour that only covered the first half, the weather can change quickly in that area, so that couldn't be helped. The mangrove forest felt even more like a hidden gem, and since it's rare to do activities in a river as an adult, it was a valuable experience. I think I will request another tour when I come back to Ishigaki! Thank you!

悪天候のため、シュノーケリングはできずSUPだけとなりましたが、１つでもできただけ嬉しかったです！
初めてのSUPでしたが、丁寧に案内していただいたので困ることもなく、SUP中の各スポットについての説明は非常に興味深く、他にも石垣観光のおすすめスポット、おすすめのご飯屋さんなどについて、終始お話ししながらのツアーでとても楽しめました。
前半のみ実施のツアーでしたが、天候が変わりやすい場所なのでそこは仕方ないのと、マングローブの森は秘境感が増して楽しかったですし、大人になってから川でアクティビティをすることもなかなかないので貴重な経験でした。
また石垣にきたらツアーをお願いすると思います！ありがとうございました！

I was impressed by the beautiful sea where I could see many corals and colorful fish. It was a very precious experience to also see sea turtles. I was able to enter a cave and had a mystical experience.

たくさんの珊瑚やカラフルな魚も見ることができてとても綺麗な海に感動しました。ウミガメもみることができてとても貴重な体験でした。洞窟の中にも入ることができて、神秘的な体験をしました。

I participated in various activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, and cave tours, and I enjoyed every one of them! The guide, a handsome young man named Tecchan, provided thorough explanations on how to use the equipment and perform the activities, and he shared a wide range of information from basic facts to interesting trivia. His service was truly outstanding! If I have the chance again, I would love to come back not only for the activities but also to see the handsome young man Tecchan!

シュノーケリングやカヌー、鍾乳洞ツアー等の様々なアクティビティをしましたが、どれも楽しめました！
ガイドさんはイケメンのお兄さんてっちゃんで、使い方ややり方等の説明を丁寧にしてくれたり、基本情報から豆知識まで幅広く教えてくださりとても対応が素晴らしい方でした！
またの機会があれば、アクティビティはもちろんのこと、イケメンのお兄さんてっちゃんに会いに来たいです！

Thanks to the instructor's very clear explanations, I was able to enjoy canoeing! Unfortunately, the weather in Yufushima in the afternoon was not great, but I had a valuable experience riding the water buffalo cart, and I really enjoyed it!

インストラクターの方がとてもわかりやすい説明をしてくださったおかげで、カヌーを楽しみながら行うことができました！午後の由布島はあいにくの天気となってしまいましたが、水牛車での貴重な体験ができて、とても楽しめました！

The sea cave was mystical. It seems that during certain seasons, it serves as a home for sea snakes (in winter). On this tour, there was one sleeping.

海から入る鍾乳洞は神秘的でした。時期によってはウミヘビの宿になっているようです（冬の時期）。今回のツアーでは1匹寝てました

Both the sea turtle snorkeling and sea kayaking were amazing experiences. I was worried it might be cold, but the weather was great, and our guide, Hayata, was kind and very service-oriented, making it a fun experience. I’m looking forward to going snorkeling and kayaking again soon.

ウミガメシュノーケリング＆シーカヤックともに最高の経験ができました。寒いかなと思いましたが、天候にも恵まれて担当ガイドのハヤタさんは親切でサービス精神も旺盛で楽しい経験ができました。近々でもう一度シュノーケリングとカヤックを楽しみに行きたいと思っています。

I truly felt that coming to Miyako Island was wonderful; it was a fantastic two hours. The weather was great, and I participated in the tour without a wetsuit. Even though it was the end of February, it wasn't cold at all. (Of course, they provide wetsuits for free if needed.)

We went to the Pumpkin Cave by canoe, which was already fun at this point. The long-awaited Pumpkin Cave was breathtaking. With the support of our guide, we climbed up to the cave from the sea. Inside, we followed the guide's instructions and walked around. It was beautiful.

The guide taught us a lot about the cave and the formation of Miyako Island, which was very educational. It was dark inside, and we walked with flashlights we borrowed. In the end, we jumped into the sea from the top of the pumpkin.

There’s so much more I want to share, but you should definitely experience it for yourself.

In terms of activities, adventure, and learning, it was a tour that was far more exciting and thrilling than I imagined.

I absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who visits Miyako Island. Thank you for the wonderful time.

宮古島にきて良かったと心から思う素敵な２時間でした。
天気がとっても良くて、ウエットスーツなしでツアーに参加しました。2月末でしたが全く寒くありませんでした。（もちろん必要であれば無料で貸してくれます）
パンプキン鍾乳洞まではカヌーで行きます。この時点で楽しいです。
念願のパンプキン鍾乳洞は圧巻でした。
海から、ガイドさんのサポートで鍾乳洞に上がります。
中もガイドさんの指示に従って歩けます。美しいです。
鍾乳洞の中のことから、宮古島の成り立ちまでたくさん教えてくれて、勉強になりました。
中は暗くて、懐中電灯を借りて歩きました。
最後はパンプキンの上から海に飛び込みます。
もっともっとお伝えしたいことはありますが、是非体験してください。

アクティビティ面でも、冒険面でも、勉強面でも、想像の何倍も刺激的でワクワクするツアーでした。

宮古島に行った人には絶対に経験して欲しいです。素敵な時間をありがとうございました。

I participated in the mangrove canoeing and Yufu Island course.

Although the weather was unfortunate, I was able to enjoy a relaxing time surrounded by mangroves while canoeing. On Yufu Island, I also had a fulfilling time taking pictures with water buffalo and visiting a café.

There were strong winds, and the ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we had to switch from SUP to canoeing. However, I received a thorough explanation about these changes over the phone the day before, which was very helpful.

I would like to visit again next time!

マングローブのカヌーと由布島のコースに参加させていただきました。

天気は生憎でしたが、カヌーにのっていくと、マングローブに囲まれ、のんびりした時間を過ごすことが出来ました☺️
由布島でも、水牛と写真を撮ったりカフェに行ったりと、充実した時間を過ごせました。

風が強く、上原港までのフェリーが出ない、SUPがカヌーに変更になってしまうなどもありましたが、それらについても前日の電話でしっかりと説明して頂き、とても助かりました。

また来た際には伺いたいと思います！

The pitch darkness of Iriomote Island made the countless stars in the night sky shine brilliantly, which was truly moving. I was also amazed by the glowing plankton sparkling in the water with just a gentle movement of the paddle. This was my fourth time canoeing, but it was my first time at night, and it was such an enjoyable experience that time flew by too quickly; I wished I could have gazed at the night sky for even longer.

西表島の真っ暗闇だからこそ、夜空の無数の星々が、光輝いて見えて、感動的でした。パドルを軽く動かすだけで、海中に煌めく夜光虫にも驚きました。
カヌーは、4度目でしたが、夜のカヌーは
初めてで、楽しいひとときで、時間の経つのが早すぎて、もっともっと夜空を眺めていたかったです。

It was conducted with a small group, allowing us to freely ask questions and enjoy ourselves comfortably! I was worried about capsizing, but that didn't happen, and I didn't get wet except for my feet.

少人数での催行で、自由に質問などもできノビノビ過ごせました!
転覆など心配してましたが、そんなことはなく足以外は濡れることも無かったです。

As a couple in our 50s, we were anxious about whether we could truly enjoy this tour, but thanks to our guide, Show, it became an unforgettable experience.

The two-and-a-half-hour kayak ride to our destination was quite challenging due to the headwind, but Show provided us with various interesting stories about Iriomote Island, making it a lot of fun.

During the trekking, he caught a climbing lizard and let us hold it, and he also introduced us to various plants, which added to the enjoyment.

Nara Falls was absolutely stunning, and we were able to see behind the waterfall, which was an emotional sight.

The yushi tofu soba that Show made was incredibly delicious.

On the way back, we were able to return an hour earlier than on the way there, making for a truly memorable day.

Thank you, Show, for all your help!

50代夫婦の私たちが、今回のツアーに参加してちゃんと楽しめるのか不安に感じて申し込みましたが、ガイドのショウ君のおかげで、一生思い出に残る経験となりました。
2時間半の行きのカヤックは向かい風もあり、なかなかキツく感じましたが、ショウ君がいろいろと西表島の話など楽しい話題を提供してくれ、とても楽しく過ごすことができました。
トレッキングになったら、木登りトカゲを捕まえて手に持たせてくれたり、さまざまな植物も紹介してくれて楽しませてくれました。
ナーラの滝は、まさに圧巻なもので、滝の裏まで見ることができて感動的な光景を体験できました。
ショウ君が作るゆし豆腐そばは、とても美味しかったですね。
帰りのカヤックは、行きよりも1時間早く帰ることができ、とても感動的な1日を過ごすことができました。
ガイドのショウ君、いろいろとお世話になり、ありがとうございました！

Almost everyone was trying stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and snorkeling for the first time! The instructors were very thorough, so I was able to enjoy it to the fullest without any worries, even as a beginner! Thanks to the many wonderful photos taken with the GoPro, I'm reminiscing while looking back at the pictures 😊 It was such a fun experience!!!

At the end, they also recommended a lot of great restaurants for our last bus ride, so I’m looking forward to enjoying the rest of my trip in Ishigaki! ✈️

ほぼ全員初めてのsupとシュノーケリングでした！
丁寧に教えていただけたので初めてでも心配なく全力で楽しめました！
素敵な写真もたくさんGoProで撮っていただいたおかげで写真を見返して余韻に浸っています😊とても楽しい体験でした！！！

最後のバスでおすすめのご飯屋さんもたくさん教えていただいて残りの石垣旅行も楽しめそうです✈️

On February 25th, I experienced kayaking and snorkeling with the guidance of staff member Yō-chan. Due to the wave conditions, we couldn't go to the planned Blue Cave, but it was still a thoroughly satisfying experience.

The purpose of this trip was to create enjoyable memories for my son, who is in sixth grade and has always been afraid of flying, as it was his first flight. We planned a schedule focused on activities, and this experience was one of them. Since it was his first time entering the ocean, he was amazed by the beauty of Okinawa's sea, and he particularly enjoyed snorkeling. His best memory is snorkeling, to the point where he said he would be okay with flying if he could snorkel!

Additionally, Yō-chan, who was in charge, was very pleasant and tailored the guidance to suit our family, especially considering my health condition.

From start to finish, it was truly enjoyable, and the time flew by. Thank you once again 😊 I would love to visit again.

2月25日スタッフようちゃんの案内で、カヤック＋シュノーケリングを体験しました。
波の状況で、予定していた青の洞窟には行けませんでしたが、充分満足できる体験でした。
今回の旅の目的は、飛行機が苦手で、ずっと避けてきた小6の息子の、初フライトを、楽しい思い出にしたくて、アクティビティメインの日程を組んでおり、その一つがこちらでの体験でした。
海に入ること自体が初めてだったので、まずは、沖縄の海の綺麗さに感動し、特にシュノーケリングは、本当に楽しかったようです。
彼の1番の思い出は、シュノーケリングだそうです。シュノーケリングできるなら、飛行機乗ってもいいと言うくらい！
また、担当してくださった、ようちゃんが、とても感じが良く、私たち家族（特に私の体調）に合わせてガイドしてくださいました。

最初から最後まで、本当に楽しく、あっという間の時間でした。
改めて、ありがとうございました😊
また是非伺いたいです。

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

My first canoe experience and Pumpkin Hollow 🎃
It was such a sacred place that it cleared my mind!
The instructor was very kind and funny, and it was a really enjoyable tour!

初めてのカヌー体験＆パンプキンホール🎃
すごく神聖な場所で心が清まりました！
インストラクターさんもとても優しく面白く、とっても楽しいツアーでした！

I experienced canoeing and snorkeling in the Blue Cave for the first time! With thorough instructions, even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. During the experience, we received detailed explanations about the mangroves and an introduction to the Blue Cave, making it a unique way to enjoy the tour!

What stood out to me the most during this tour was the extensive introduction to Ishigaki while we were on the bus! It became a great reference for my future travels, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling trip to Ishigaki! Thank you 😊

カヌーと青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングを初めて体験しました！丁寧なレクチャーで初心者でも安心して楽しむことができました。体験の中ではマングローブの説明や青の洞窟の紹介など詳しくして頂き、ツアーだからこその楽しみ方ができました！
特にこのツアーで印象に残っていることは、移動中のバスの中で石垣の紹介を沢山していただいたことです！今後の旅の参考になり、とても充実した石垣旅行になりました！ありがとうございます😊

The guide was easy to talk to and provided a thorough explanation! We went to the Pumpkin Cave by canoe, and that part was already fun! Entering the cave from there was an indescribable experience of mystery.

ガイドさんが話しやすく、丁寧な説明をしてくださいました！
パンプキン鍾乳洞までカヌーで行くのですがまずそこが楽しい！そこから鍾乳洞の中に入ると言葉では表せない神秘さでした。

Mr. Kume was very kind, thorough, and provided easy-to-understand explanations along with interesting trivia, making it a lot of fun. The photo sending was quick, and I think he is a capable person.

During snorkeling, I encountered sea turtles and saw clownfish and various colorful fish in a very comfortable location. We took a canoe to Pumpkin Cave, and the exploration inside the cave felt thrilling. SUP was quite difficult, and I fell off twice, but the scenery was beautiful and it was enjoyable.

シャビ久米さんが、とても親切で丁寧で分かりやすい説明で雑学もあり、とても楽しかったです。写真の送信も早く、仕事ができる人だと思います。
シュノーケルでは海亀に出会い、クマノミや色んなカラフルなお魚がいて、とても快適な場所でした。カヌーに乗ってパンプキン鍾乳洞に向かいましたが、鍾乳洞の中は探検っぽく進行したのでドキドキ感がありました。SUPは、とても難しくて、2回転落しましたが、とても景色がよく、楽しかったです。

I had planned to go to the Blue Cave, but due to the wind, we went to a different beach. The owner of the restaurant we went to afterward also said, "That beach is beautiful." ☺️✨ It was my first time snorkeling, and it had been a while since I swam, but I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. It seems that the morning group even saw manta rays! Not only during snorkeling, but also during the car ride to and from, I was impressed by how they shared recommendations for shops and plans for the next day while having fun conversations. 🚗 Thank you, Diego!

青の洞窟に行く予定でしたが、風の影響で別のビーチへ。その後行ったご飯屋さんの店主さんも、「あのビーチは綺麗だよ」と言っていました☺️✨️初めてのシュノーケリング、泳ぐのも久しぶりでしたが、安心して楽しむことができました。午前中のグループはマンタも見られたみたいです！シュノーケリングだけでなく、行き帰りの車でも、おすすめのお店や次の日のプランなど楽しくお喋りしながら教えて頂いたのが印象に残っています🚗JDことジエゴさん、ありがとうございました！！

I was reminded once again that nature is truly the best. Canoeing and visiting Yufu Island was so much fun! It felt extraordinary and really cleansed my soul. I think it's perfect for resetting your mind. There's no point in just talking about it; you should experience it for yourself.

自然はやっぱり最高だなぁと改めて感じさせられました。
カヌーに由布島と、とっても楽しかったです！
非日常で、心が浄化されます。
心のリセットに最適だと思います。
ここで語ってても仕方ないので、一度体験すべきです。

The pumpkin cave tour was canceled due to bad weather the day before, and we switched to a plan for sea turtle snorkeling and canoeing. (By the way, the weather that weekend was a high of 20°C, a low of 15°C, with wind speeds of 9m, cloudy with occasional rain.)

The schedule was snorkeling at 10:30 AM and canoeing at 2:00 PM.

For snorkeling, we were provided with necessary items like wetsuits, goggles, and water shoes upon arrival. I wore a water-friendly yoga outfit as my swimsuit, but everyone else was dressed sportily.

It was very cold, but I was lucky to see two sea turtles that day. We were underwater for about 50 to 60 minutes. The water was very clear, and we encountered various fish.

Afterward, it was cold, but they brought 2-liter bottles of hot water, and since they said we could use one bottle per person and just throw away any leftovers, I took advantage of that and used about three bottles to warm up on the way back.

For lunch, I wore a light jacket over my wet swimsuit and stayed in my wet swimsuit. There seem to be several places where you can eat while still in your swimsuit.

That day the weather was nice, and the car warmed up, so my swimsuit dried before canoeing.

In the afternoon canoeing, my lower body got wet, but my upper body stayed mostly dry from splashes. Fortunately, the weather was great, and the sea had various shades of blue that looked beautiful.

After we finished, the instructor recommended many places, and I visited all of them, and they were all great! 🙌

前日にパンプキン鍾乳洞は悪天候で中止になってウミガメシュノーケルとカヌーのプランに変更になりました。
(ちなみにその週末は最高20℃最低15℃風速9m曇り時々雨)

午前10時半からシュノーケル、午後14時からカヌーというスケジュールです。

シュノーケルは到着後ウエットスーツやゴーグル、海用の靴など必要なものは貸していただけました。
水着は水陸両用のヨガウェア的なやつを着ていきましたが、みなさんスポーティでした。

とっても寒いですがその日ウミガメを2匹見れてラッキーでした。50〜60分くらい潜ってたみたいです。海の透明度も高くていろんな魚に会えました。

終了後は寒かったんですが2Lペットボトルでお湯を持ってきてくれていて基本1人1本で余ったものは捨てるだけなので使ってくださいと言ってくださって、お言葉に甘えて3本くらい使わせてもらってほかほかで帰りました。

お昼は水着の上に濡れても良いシャカシャカを着て水着は濡れたまま過ごしました。
ごはんは水着のまま濡れてても大丈夫なお店がいくつかあるようです。

その日は天気が良くて車も暖まったのでカヌー参加までに水着は乾きました。

午後のカヌーは下半身は濡れますが上半身は水飛沫くらいで濡れません。
その日はラッキーなことにかなり天気が良く海の色もいろんな青があって映えてました。

解散後インストラクターさんおすすめの場所はたくさん教えてもらって全部行きましたが全部よかったです🙌

Thank you for the wonderful experience. The gentle sway of the kayak was impressive. I thoroughly enjoyed the flora and fauna of Okinawa, including the mangroves. Since I borrowed waterproof pants, I hardly got wet. My dog, who loves playing in the water, also had a great time. There was a little incident where my dog jumped into the river, but it was so much fun. I will definitely participate again.

素敵な体験ありがとうございました。カヤックの心地よい揺れが印象的でした。マングローブなど沖縄の動植物を堪能させていただきました。防水ズボンを借りていたので、ほとんど濡れませんでした。水遊びが好きな愛犬も楽しんでいました。愛犬が川に飛び込むハプニングがありましたが、凄く楽しかったです。また、参加させていただきます。

It was an incredibly fun and unforgettable experience! In the morning, we paddled through the mangroves in a canoe, enjoying the quiet and mysterious mangrove forest. After that, we went trekking to see a waterfall. The power and beauty of the waterfall were breathtaking. It felt like we were on an adventure!

In the afternoon, we took a water buffalo cart to tour Yubu Island. It truly is a place worthy of being called a southern paradise, with flowers and butterflies that were beautifully picturesque, allowing us to fully experience the richness of nature. The gelato, in particular, was exquisite, refreshing both body and mind.

Additionally, our guide was very friendly and easy to talk to, providing detailed explanations about the flora and fauna along the way. Even for someone like me who doesn’t exercise much, the activity level was just right, resulting in a very fulfilling day. I thoroughly enjoyed the nature and was extremely satisfied with the tour.

最高に楽しい忘れられない思い出となりました！午前中は、マングローブの中をカヌーで進み、静かで神秘的なマングローブの森を楽しみました。その後はトレッキングで滝を見に行きました。滝の迫力と美しさは圧巻でした。探検してるみたいで楽しいです！
午後には、水牛車に乗って由布島を観光しました。南の楽園と呼ぶにふさわしい場所で、花と蝶々がまるで絵画のように美しく、自然の豊かさを全身で感じました。特にジェラートが絶品で、心身ともにリフレッシュされました。
また、ガイドさんがとても気さくで話しやすく、道中の動植物について丁寧に解説してくれました。日頃あまり運動していない私でも、適度な筋肉痛を感じる程度の運動強度で、とても充実した一日を過ごすことができました。自然を満喫し、大変満足のいくツアーでした。

In February, when I participated, it seems to be a season with a lot of rain in Iriomote Island, so I was keeping an eye on the weather forecast two weeks before the tour. At the last minute, the forecast changed to cloudy, and somehow I was able to participate in the tour without any rain!

As a couple aged 59 and 65 who don’t exercise at all, we were fortunate that we were the only participants, so our guide, Mr. O, kindly taught us how to handle the canoe according to our pace.

While trekking through the jungle, he matched our pace and explained the scenery and trees along the way, making it a fun stroll. In areas where the cave ceiling was low, even when I struggled to get through, he patiently encouraged me, for which I am very grateful. Since there were elementary school children participating as well, I think beginners can join too.

We also took a lot of photos. Participating in the tour became a wonderful memory! Thank you very much! 🥰

参加した2月は西表島では雨の多い季節らしく、ツアー参加2週間前から天気予報とニラメッコ。
最後の最後に曇り予報に変わり、何とか雨のない中でツアーに参加できました！
59才＆65才の全く運動していない夫婦、幸いにもツアー参加は私たちだけでしたのでガイドのOさんが私たちに合わせて丁寧にカヌーの扱いを手ほどきしてくれました。
ジャングルのなかをトレッキングする際は、ペースを合わせていただき、途中で景色や樹木の説明をしてくださったり楽しく散策できました。
洞窟の天井が低いところでは私がくぐれずモタついてしても根気よく声かけていただき有難うございました。小学生のお子さんも参加されているとのことですので初心者でも参加可能だと思います。
写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。
ツアーに参加できてとても良い思い出になりました！ありがとうございました🥰