All Reviews for Okinawa Kayaking / Canoeing

I would like to give a perfect score to the guide, who was truly kind.

The tour without snorkeling should be very enjoyable for those who love jungles.

The attention to detail was exceptional.

You can see rare flowers, unusual plants, and unique geological layers. I recommend it for those who enjoy trekking.

On the other hand, if you look at the photos of the sea and participate with that image in mind, the course without snorkeling focuses mainly on the jungle, with the sea being just an addition.

Moreover, you won't see the scenery like in the photos unless the conditions are perfect. (The sea itself is clear.)

The guide generally knows in advance whether the best views can be seen, so I think it's a good idea to ask about the conditions before deciding.

After the tour, due to reduced services from COVID-19, you will spend nearly two hours at the terminal.

It will also cost about 4,000 yen for the transfer to the island, including pick-up.

During the season, it becomes an expensive optional tour costing 24,000 yen per person, and if the reduced services continue, you will also lose two hours.

I recommend that those with limited time think carefully before applying.

I am very grateful to all the staff.

本当に親切でガイドの方には満点を
差し上げたいです。

そしてシュノーケルなしツアーは、
ジャングルが好きな方には
とても楽しいはずです。

気遣いは至れり尽くせり、

珍しい花や珍しい植物、
珍しい地層も見れます。
トレッキングか好きな方にはオススメです。


一方、この海の写真をみて
海のイメージで参加してしまうと

シュノーケルをしないコースは、
ツアーの時間割はジャングルが中心で
海は付け足し程度です。

そして最高に条件が揃わないと
写真のような景色は見れないのです。
(海自体は透明度があります)

ガイドの方には
事前にベストでは見れるかどうか大体
わかっているので

事前に様子を聞いてから決めて良いと思います。



ツアー終了後はコロナ減便の影響で
2時間近くターミナルで時間を過ごすことになりますし、

島に渡るのには送迎込みプラス4千円くらいかかります。

シーズン中は1人24000円〜を払う高額なオプションツアーになり減便が続けば2時間のロスも出ます。

時間のない方は本当によく考えてから申し込まれる事をお勧めします。

スタッフの皆さまにはとても感謝しています。

Since it was the right time of year, we participated in a private tour. I felt a bit guilty about it (laughs). I think the guide had a hard time as well.

Although it was an ambitious plan covering the sea, rivers, and forests, I’m glad I chose something that allowed us to enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island.

If I had to say something, I wish snorkeling at Barasu Island had been included.

That beauty makes you want to swim!

時期が時期なので貸切状態での参加。何か申し訳ない気分に(苦笑)
ガイドさんもやりづらかったと思います。
海、河、森と欲張りなプランではあるが西表島の自然を楽しめるモノとして選んで良かったです。

強いていうなら、バラス島でシュノーケリングか組み込まれていると良かったなーと思いました。

あの美しさは泳ぎたくなりますね！

The mangroves at Sup, the helmeted visit to the limestone cave, and the private landing on Baras Island were all fantastic, and the guide was wonderful, making for a very satisfying experience. However, it was quite difficult to have to wait for three hours in the port waiting room after the tour.

supでのマングローブ、ヘルメット付けての鍾乳洞、バラス島上陸貸切状態で、ガイドも素晴らしく大満足^_^ ツアー終了後、港の待合室で3時間も時間潰さねばならなかったこと大変でした^_^;

I went diving, and it was completely different; it felt like I was inside an aquarium, which was amazing. I also saw sea turtles, and canoeing was fun too! The journey to the waterfall was great as well!

潜りましたが全く違って本当に
水族館のなかにいてるようで最高でした、
ウミガメもみれました、
カヌーも楽しかったっし
滝までの道のりもいい！

Due to bad weather on the day, we were unable to land on Barasu Island, so the tour was limited to the morning only. However, I was rejuvenated by the mangrove canoeing and the waterfall on Iriomote Island, and above all, the cave exploration was incredibly authentic compared to what I experienced on the mainland, providing a valuable experience. The guide was also kind and easy to understand, which was very nice. I now look forward to visiting Barasu Island next time.

当日悪天候のためバラス島は上陸出来ず午前のみのツアーになりました
ですが西表島のマングローブカヌーと滝には癒されましたし、何より鍾乳洞探検は本土で体験したものとは段違いに本格的で、貴重な体験をさせていただきました。ガイドさんも親切でわかりやすくてとても良かったです。次回こそはバラス島に、と楽しみもできました。

It's surprisingly easy. The guide was very kind, and everyone was happy. The only downside is that personally taking photos is not allowed. Since you can't bring your own camera, you'll have to rely on the guide's camera to capture memories, but it's a bit disappointing that the price is somewhat high...

意外と簡単です。ガイドさんもとても親切で、皆んな喜んでいました。ちょっと残念なのは、個人的に写真を撮れないことです。持っていくことも不可なので、思い出はガイドさんのカメラにおさめてもらう事になるのですが、値段が少々高めなのが残念でした…

I was worried about whether I could travel to Okinawa due to the COVID-19 situation, but I'm really glad I came! It was an incredibly fun experience. The weather was great, and the scenery was wonderful. The staff were also very polite and explained everything clearly, which made me feel at ease during the experience. They even took photos for me, creating precious memories. Thank you very much!

コロナ騒動で沖縄旅行できるか不安でしたが、本当にこれて良かった！最高に楽しい体験ができました。天気も良く、素晴らしい景色でした。スタッフの方も丁寧にわかりやすく対応してくださり、安心して体験できました。
写真も撮ってくださり、貴重な思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

Since it was just the two of us, we were grateful for the flexible tour proposal that included a visit to Yufu Island in the afternoon after the ferry cancellation due to bad weather.

During snorkeling, we were able to see plenty of sea turtles and fish even in the rain, and we enjoyed our first canoe ride, as well as a water buffalo cart experience.

We took lots of photos and were very satisfied. I highly recommend it.

私達2人だけだったので、悪天候による帰りフェリーの欠航というアクシデントも　午後から由布島観光のち大原港送りという柔軟なツアー提案をしていただき助かりました。
シュノーケリングでは雨でもたっぷりの海亀と魚に会え、初カヌーに乗り、さらに水牛車堪能。
写真もいっぱい撮ってもらえ、大満足です。
とてもおすすめです。

The mangrove sea kayaking was so much fun, it felt like exploring in a jungle! We couldn't go snorkeling due to the waves, but we changed our plan to go to Yubu Island by water buffalo. It was my first time riding a water buffalo cart, and it was incredibly cute and soothing! If I have the chance again, I would love to participate.

マングローブのシーカヤックはジャングルの中を探検しているみたいでとても楽しかったです！
シュノーケルは波の影響で出来ませんでしたが、由布島へ水牛で行くプランに変更になりました。
水牛車に乗るのが初めてでしたので、すごく可愛く癒されました！
また機会がありましたら、参加したいなと思います。

The weather was bad, and our initial plan for snorkeling was canceled due to strong winds, so we ended up doing SUP and canyoning instead, but both SUP and canyoning were incredibly fun. The staff at the shop were friendly, which made it even more enjoyable. I would love to try it again if I go back. Thank you for a great day!

天気も悪く、当初のシュノーケリングの予定が強風で出来なくなり、SUPとキャニオニングになりましたが、SUPもキャニオニングも最高に楽しかったです。お店のお兄さん達もフレンドリーでより楽しめました。また行ったらやってみたいです。１日ありがとうございました。

I was slower at paddling and fell behind everyone, but they were kind and accommodating. The explanation about the mangroves was easy to understand, and it was fun!

漕ぐのが遅くてみんなより遅れてしまいましたが、親切に対応して頂きました。マングローブの説明もわかりやすくて、楽しかったです！！

We participated as a family. After trekking, we enjoyed hot Yaeyama soba at the top of Pinai Falls, and at the base of the waterfall, we had purple sweet potato mochi wrapped in gingersnap leaves as a snack. I had heard of gingersnap before, but the refreshing herbal aroma of the leaves infused into the mochi made for a valuable experience.

Also, our guide, Mr. Uno, shared various explanations about the plants and animals along the way, as well as stories about life on the island, family, and hopes for the future. I believe half of the tour's charm comes from the guide's own appeal.

家族で参加しました。トレッキング後のピナイサーラの滝の上では熱々の八重山そばを、滝壺では月桃の葉に包まれた紫芋のお餅をおやつにいただきました。月桃は名前は聞いたことがあったのですが、ハーブのようなさわやかな葉の香りがお餅に移り、貴重な体験ができました。
またガイドの宇野さんとは道中のさまざまな動植物の説明はもちろん、島での生活、家族のこと、将来への希望などたくさん話ができました。ツアーの魅力の半分はガイドさん自体の魅力だと思います。

This is definitely a tour I would highly recommend. During snorkeling, I was amazed to see turtles, clownfish, and table corals (the turtles swam quite close to us, not wary of people at all, and were munching on seaweed, which was surprising). My sister, who is in Miyako Island, said that turtles are usually seen from a distance and don’t come that close, quickly swimming away. It might be because the people of Iriomote Island have a close and respectful relationship with the turtles and nature.

Also, my child found the canoeing to be really fun and kept talking about it after we got back. The rice balls we had for lunch in front of the waterfall were incredibly delicious. The wild boar we saw on the way back was also very cute. The wild boar was not at all scared and was munching on things that had fallen on the road, which was surprising. Everyone who participated in the tour with us was wonderful, and the staff from Monsoon were also great, making it a lovely memory.

ぜひオススメしたいツアーです。
シュノーケリングでは、亀やクマノミ、テーブルサンゴを見られて感動しました（亀はかなり近くで泳いでくれていて、人に警戒する事もなく、むしゃむしゃと海藻を食べていてびっくり）宮古島にいる妹が、亀は普通遠くで見つけても、そこまで近くにはこないし、すぐ遠ざかっていくものだと言ってました。
西表島の方々が、亀や自然と、大切に付き合っているからなのかもしれませんね。
また、子供はカヌーがすごく面白かったようで、帰ってからもその話ばかりしていました。
滝の前で食べるおにぎりのお弁当が、すごく美味しかったです。
帰りに見かけたうりぼうも、すごく可愛かったです。
うりぼうも、全然逃げずに道に落ちているものを、ムシャムシャ食べていてびっくり。
一緒にツアーに参加してくださっていた方も、皆さん素敵な方ばかりで、モンスーンの方も皆さん素敵な方で、良い思い出になりました。

I signed up without realizing that sea kayaking is different from canoeing! My bottom and feet got wet, and since it was still cold in March, I wore a wetsuit! (I think it's a good idea to bring a swimsuit or underwear that can get wet!) The instructor was friendly and talked to us, and he took a lot of photos! I heard that the sunset looks different every day. There were times when we could just float and take a break instead of paddling the whole time. I was able to bring my GoPro and smartphone hanging around my neck! (The instructor took many photos for us, but I wanted to take some myself, so I brought my camera.) The photos were taken with an iPhone, so I was able to receive them immediately via AirDrop! (The time-lapse was especially impressive!) There were restrooms and showers at the changing area, which was reassuring. My first sea kayaking experience was so much fun! I heard that you can also do SUP, and I want to try that too. It became a great memory!

"シーカヤックはカヌーとは違う"ということに気づかずに申し込みしました！
お尻と足元が濡れて3月はまだ寒く感じるとのことで、ウエットスーツを着用しました！(水着または濡れてもいい下着を持参するといいかと思います！)
インストラクターのお兄さんはきさくに喋りかけてくれて、写真もたくさん撮ってくれました！夕日も毎日見え方が違うそうです。ずっと漕いでるだけでなく、ぷかぷかと波に任せて休憩できる時間もありました。首からぶら下げてGoProやスマホも持っていけました！(写真はお兄さんにもたくさん撮ってもらえましたが、自分でも撮りたかったので持っていきました)写真はiPhoneで撮ってもらえていたので、私はすぐにAirDropで送信してもらえました！(タイムラプスは特に感動的でした！)着替える場所にはトイレもシャワーもあるので安心でした。はじめてのシーカヤックは楽しすぎました！SUPもできるらしく、それも挑戦してみたいです。
いい思い出になりました！

We participated as a group of four, including two children aged 9 and 11. It seemed that about 40 people were on another tour to Kuula Falls, while we started from the cave. The children were excited, feeling like explorers with helmets and lights attached. We paddled through the mangroves on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and made it to just before Kuula Falls, where we were able to stand on the SUP sooner than we expected! The kids quickly got the hang of it and had a great time. We swam in the pool at the base of the falls, but we were the only four jumping in, which was funny.

Thanks to the guide's planning, we enjoyed Kuula Falls without the crowds, almost having it to ourselves. Our guide, Moja, was friendly and had a lovely smile. He kindly and thoroughly explained about the ocelots and mangroves to the children. Unfortunately, we experienced heavy rain (almost a downpour) at Baras Island, so we didn't get to see the stunning views. Our landing was brief, but I believe it would have been a wonderful sight if the weather had been clear. We could see the second Baras Island, which Moja mentioned he hadn't seen in three months.

Regarding the shower situation (it was cold) and the waiting time after lunch (which was a bit long), I think these issues may depend on the other tour groups and the season, but I hope they can be improved if possible. I was satisfied with the tour schedule and the guide's support. If I have the chance to come again, I would like to participate in another tour. Moja took a lot of photos for us (and for free) and sent them via LINE on the same day. Thank you, Moja! ^_^

9歳と11歳の子どもを含む4名で参加しました。
他のツアーでクーラの滝に行く方が40名ほどいたようで、私達は鍾乳洞からスタートしました。
ヘルメットにライトを装着で、探検のようだと子どもたちは喜んでいました。
マングローブの中をSUPで進み、クーラーの滝の手前まで行きましたが、思ったよりもすぐにSUPの上で立てました！子ども達もすぐに慣れ、楽しんでいました。滝壺で泳ぎましたが、飛び込んでいるのは私達4人だけでした笑
ガイドのプランニングのお陰で、クーラーの滝も混雑せず、ほぼ貸し切り状態でした。
ガイドのモジャさんは、気さくで笑顔が素敵でした。子ども達に優しく丁寧にヤマネコやマングローブのことなど説明してくれました。
バラス島は、あいにくの大雨(ほぼスコール)で絶景とはいきませんでした。数分の上陸でしたが、晴れていれば素晴らしい眺めだったと思います。
第二のバラス島が見えました。モジャさんは三ヶ月振りに見たそうです。
シャワーの件(寒い)、ランチ後の待ち時間(長め)の件は 他のツアーの方との兼ね合いや季節もあると思いますが、改善可能であれば検討してほしいです。
ツアーのスケジュール、ガイドの対応については満足です。また、来る機会があれば別のツアーにも参加してみたいです。
写真も沢山取ってくれ(しかも無料)、当日中にLINEで送ってくれました。
モジャさん、ありがとう^_^

I participated with my sixth-grade son and my 19-year-old daughter. On the day of the trip, we were told that due to the wind and waves, we might not be able to go to the cave, but thanks to our efforts in paddling, we were able to see the beautiful blue color of the cave. I was worried that the water temperature would be cold, but I didn't feel it at all. Our guide, Taichan, came up with various ideas and took wonderful photos for us—I'm so impressed!

小6の息子、19歳の娘と私の３人で参加しました。
当日は風と波があり洞窟へは行けるかどうかと言われましたが、頑張って漕いだ甲斐あって素晴らしい洞窟の青色を拝むことができました。
水温も寒いかと心配しましたが、全く感じませんでした。ガイドのたいちゃんが色々工夫してステキな写真を撮ってくれました〜！感激です！

I started kayaking and had a great time without any issues! Even when I lightly bumped into other participants, it felt like a charming moment! The kids enjoyed it too, which was wonderful! Next time, I’ll come back on a day when I can see the sunset perfectly.

カヤックを始めてしましたが、何も問題なく楽しめました！！軽く他の参加者にぶつかってもご愛嬌みたいな感じでした！
子供も楽しんでて、すごく良かったです！
今度は夕焼けがバッチリ見える日にリベンジします

The weather was nice, and it was a truly wonderful time with calm waves and no wind. The staff were friendly and attentive. It's a tour that people of all ages can participate in with peace of mind.

お天気も良く、波、風ともなく大変素晴らしい時間でした。
スタッフの方も気さくで気配りが行き届いています。老若男女安心して参加できるツアーです。

The guide was multilingual and knowledgeable, answering various questions! The course was also stimulating for curiosity and a sense of adventure! I want to participate again!

語学堪能&知識が豊富なガイドさんが、さまざまな質問に答えてくれました！コースも好奇心と冒険心がくすぐられるようものでした！また参加したいです！

I participated in snorkeling and canoeing at Barasu Island. The explanations were thorough, and although I was anxious being alone, I had a great time. I also learned a lot about Iriomote Island, enjoyed the nature, and it was a lot of fun. I'm glad I participated.

バラス島シュノーケリング、カヌーに参加しました。丁寧に説明して頂き、一人で不安だったのですが楽しかったです。
西表島のことも沢山教えて頂き、自然を満喫出来、楽しかったです。参加して良かったです。

I was feeling quite seasick upon arrival, but thanks to the wonderful teasing from our guide, I was able to enjoy a friendly atmosphere with everyone I met for the first time! The limestone cave was very exciting, and I had a relaxing time canoeing! I felt really refreshed in the midst of such rich nature. The photo of everyone jumping while holding hands is one of my favorites! Thank you very much!

到着時より船酔いでグデクデでしたが、ガイドさんの素晴らしいいじりによりはじめましての方とも和気あいあいと過ごせました(^^)！鍾乳洞はとてもexcitingで、カヌーではのんびり過ごせました！自然豊かな中でとてもリフレッシュしました♫最後みんなで手を繋いでジャンプした写真、とてもお気に入りです！ありがとうございました！

In the morning, I visited Balas Island and a limestone cave, and in the afternoon, I did mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). In the limestone cave, we advanced through the pitch-black cave with our lights on, sometimes getting knee-deep in water... it was an adventure that sparked my sense of exploration. I was also nervous about trying SUP for the first time, and I was able to have many experiences in just one day. The guide was very thorough in their explanations and took a lot of photos, which made me extremely satisfied.

午前中にバラス島＆鍾乳洞、午後にマングローブSUPしました。鍾乳洞はライトを付けて真っ暗な鍾乳洞を進んで、膝まで水に浸かったり…冒険心を擽られるツアーです。また、初めてのSUPにドキドキしたり、1日で沢山の経験が出来ました。ガイドさんも説明が丁寧で、写真も沢山撮ってくれて超大満足です。

This time, we participated in two activities, kayaking and snorkeling, with a large group of 11 people. Thanks to our guide who worked hard to ensure we could experience each activity in the best conditions, we ultimately split the activities over two days. The snorkeling at the Blue Cave was incredibly beautiful, with lots of fish, and I think it's an experience you should have when visiting Okinawa! There were divers below, so I want to try diving next time, haha.

The sea where we kayaked was also very beautiful, and even though everyone was a beginner, all 11 of us had a great time! Our guide was really fun and made sure everyone enjoyed themselves! It was the best trip! Thank you!

今回、私たちは11人という大人数でカヤックとシュノーケリング二つのアクティビティに参加させていただきました。それぞれのアクティビティを最高の状況で体験できるようにガイドのお兄さんが試行錯誤してくださったおかげで最終的に2日間に分けてアクティビティをしました。青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングは信じられないほど海が綺麗でお魚もたくさんいて沖縄にきて体験すべきアクティビティだと思いました！下にダイバーさんもいたので次回はダイビングがしたいです笑
カヤックをした海もとても綺麗で全員初心者でしたが11人全員楽しむことができました！
ガイドのお兄さんは本当にノリが良くて全員楽しませていただきました！最高の旅行になりました！ありがとうございます！

Canoeing was absolutely wonderful! I was moved by the amazing experience of crossing a real river.

The trekking offered views I had never experienced before. When I reached the waterfall, I felt a great sense of accomplishment.

In the limestone cave, I was first struck by the entrance. It was a surprising and mystical experience.

Throughout the entire process, the guide was very knowledgeable and answered many of my questions. Their clear explanations made the tour much more enjoyable. It is a physically demanding tour, but I highly recommend it!

カヌーが最高に気持ち良かったです！本物の川を渡るという素晴らしい経験に感動しました

トレッキングでは今までに体験した事のない景色が見られます　滝にたどり着いた時には達成感がいっぱいでした

鍾乳洞ではまず入り口に衝撃を受けました　驚きと神秘に満ちた体験でした

全ての工程においてガイドさんの知識が豊富で質問にたくさん答えてくださいました　わかりやすい説明でツアーが何倍も楽しめたように思います　体力が必要なツアーではありますが本当におすすめです！！

We participated as a couple. The weather conditions were not ideal with strong winds, thick clouds, and choppy waves, but we were able to enjoy a wonderful sunset! Additionally, the guide was very kind, attentive, and had interesting stories, making for a fun time. Thank you for taking so many great photos. We would love to participate again!

夫婦で参加しました。当日は風も強く雲も厚く波もたっていて決して好条件ではありませんでしたが、素晴らしいサンセットが拝めました！また、ガイドの方がとても親切丁寧で話しも面白くて楽しい時間が過ごせました。素敵な写真もいっぱい撮っていただきありがとうございました。またぜひ参加したいです！

The guide's explanations were interesting, and I was laughing the whole time! The drone photography in the beautiful sea captures incredibly powerful images! It's definitely Instagram-worthy (laughs). I don't think any other tours offer this much. I didn't expect to have this much fun for this price, so I want to repeat this when I come to Okinawa again! Thank you!

ガイドさんの解説？が面白くて終始笑ってました！
綺麗な海でのドローン撮影はすごく迫力のある写真が撮れます！インスタ映え間違いないです（笑）
他のツアーにはここまでやってくれるとこ無いと思います。
この値段でここまで楽しめるとは思ってなかったので、沖縄に来た時はまたリピートしたいです！
ありがとうございました！

The lower half gets quite wet (if you paddle somewhat roughly). The mangroves were a rare type of vegetation and very interesting. The weather was just right, and I was able to enjoy a beautiful red sunset against the horizon. Kayaking wasn't too difficult, and since it's a two-person kayak, it was great to be able to paddle together with my friend. Thank you very much.

結構下半身は濡れます。(ある程度乱暴に漕いだ場合)
マングローブは珍しい植生で興味深かった。
天気はちょうど晴れていて、きれいな紅色の夕日を水平線をバックに眺めることが出来ました。カヤックの運転はそんなに難しくなく、二人乗りなので、一緒に漕ぐ友人と一緒に頑張ることが出来て良いです。
ありがとうございました。

The weather was bad and it was cloudy, so we couldn't see the sunset. We spent a relaxing time along the mangrove habitat by the river and out to the sea while receiving explanations. The waves were rough, so we couldn't go out into the sea very much, but the staff were friendly, so overall, I would rate it as satisfying.

天気が悪く曇っていたのでサンセットは見れませんでした。川沿いのマングローブの生息地や海の手前まで出て、説明を受けながらのんびり過ごせました。波が荒く、海にもがっつり出れたわけではありませんでしたが、スタッフさんの人柄が良かったので全体的に満足、と言う評価です。

The tour was fulfilling, including activities like landing on the island, visiting a limestone cave, and experiencing stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Additionally, being able to have lunch at a recommended restaurant allowed me to enjoy Iriomote Island even more. Thank you for the wonderful photos as well. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

ツアーの内容が、島に上陸したり、鍾乳洞に行ったり、SUPを体験したりと、充実していました。また、オススメの店で昼食を食べられたことで、西表島をより満喫することができました。素晴らしい写真もたくさんありがとうございます。また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

The tour content was great, and the instructor was very kind, making it the best sightseeing experience in Iriomote Island. It was also wonderful that they took photos during the tour and shared them right away. I would like to rely on them again when I come back here.

ツアー内容がよかったこと、また、インストラクターの方がとても親切で最高の西表島観光になりました。ツアー中の写真を撮影してもらえ、すぐに共有してもらえるのもとてもよかったです。またこちらに来た際にはお世話になりたいと思いました。