All Reviews for Okinawa Kayaking / Canoeing

I was laughing all day long! Of course, the activities themselves were fun, but I was impressed by the guide's speaking skills. Relaxing with beautiful nature and a fun guide! It was a tour that makes me want to come back.

1日中ずっと笑わせていただきました！
もちろんアクティビティ自体も楽しかったのですが、ガイドさんのトーク力に感心しました。美しい自然と楽しいガイドさんでリラックス！
またきたいと思えるツアーでした

I booked this plan to fully enjoy nature in a day and experience various tours. I was a bit anxious because I wasn't very confident in my physical stamina, but it turned out to be fulfilling without being overly exhausting! During the first stand-up paddleboarding tour, I was able to enjoy the mangrove forest, and in the next cave tour, I experienced the mystical scenery.

On the landing tour to the coral island of Barasu Island in the afternoon, I was grateful for all the photos taken! I was very satisfied with the guide's extensive knowledge and careful guidance, and of course, I was able to leave with great satisfaction from the natural beauty of Iriomote Island. Thank you very much!!

日帰りで大自然を満喫したく、1日に色んなツアーを体験できるこちらのプランに予約しました。
体力にはあまり自信がなかったので不安だったのですが、疲れすぎず、充実感のある内容でした！最初のsupボードのツアーではマングローブの森を堪能でき、その次に鍾乳洞のツアーでは神秘的な景色を堪能できました。
午後からのサンゴの島バラス島への上陸ツアーではたくさん写真を撮っていただき、ありがたかったです！
ガイドの方の知識の豊富さと丁寧な案内、もちろんのこと西表島の大自然には大満足で帰ることができました。ありがとうございました！！

At first, I was feeling a bit down because of the rain, but the guide who took care of us was so cheerful that I ended up having an amazing time. Choosing the plan that allowed us to do three tours in one day was definitely the right decision!

雨で最初はテンション下がり気味でしたが、担当して下さったガイドさんが、笑顔でツアーをしてくれるのでテンション下がり気味だったのが、めっちゃめっちゃ楽しんでしまいました。
ツアーも1日に3つもできるプランを選んで正解でした！

The best course for playing from morning to evening! The plan that includes mangroves, a limestone cave, and landing on Barasu Island is not offered by other shops, allowing us to fully enjoy Iriomote Island. Since we did three tours, I was worried about my physical stamina, but even someone like me who doesn't usually exercise was able to have a great time.

朝から夕方まで遊ぶには最高のコース！
マングローブに鍾乳洞とバラス島の上陸の３つもできるプランは他のショップさんにはなく西表島を満喫する事が出来ました。
３つのツアーをするので体力的心配しましが、普段運動しない私でも楽しむ事が出来ました。

I came to Ishigaki for the first time. I wanted to explore the surrounding islands, so I went to Iriomote Island. I heard that Iriomote Island is rich in nature and is called the "Galapagos of the East," so I signed up for a tour to experience nature.

There, I went to do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), visited a limestone cave, and went to Barasu Island, which is made up of a few corals. I was a bit anxious since it was my first time doing SUP, but the guide taught me patiently, so I was able to do it well. Even though my friends pushed me in, playing surrounded by nature that I don't usually see became a great memory. In the limestone cave, I could experience the untouched nature, and at Barasu Island, I was able to see sea turtles from above, which was really wonderful. I plan to come again. Thank you!

初めて石垣旅行に来ました。離島巡りもしたかったので西表島に行きました。西表島は東洋のガラパゴスと呼ばれるくらい自然が豊かなところだと聞いたので、
自然が体感できるツアーに申し込みました。
そこでSUPと鍾乳洞、そして数少ないサンゴで、できたバラス島に行きました。
SUPは初めてだったので不安もあったけど
ガイドの方に丁寧に教えてくださったので上手くできました。友達に落とされたりしたけど普段見ない自然に囲まれて遊んだことは、いい思い出になりました。鍾乳洞では舗装がなされていないありのままの自然が体感でき、バラス島では上からウミガメが見れたりしてとても良かったです。また来ようと思いますありがとうございました。

I was taken care of all day by Pipisan. I truly made the best memories. Among them, I was so moved by the contrast of the beautiful sea and coral fragments at Balas Island that I felt like crying. I didn't do much, but I was able to relax and take it easy there. It was also helpful that I was taken to the port at the end of the tour. Thank you very much.

ピピさんでは一日中お世話になりました。本当に最高の思い出ができました。
中でもバラス島は美しい海とサンゴのかけらのコントラストに涙が出そうになるくらい感動しました。何をするでもないですが、そこでのんびりしたり、まったりしたりリラックスできました。ツアーの最後に港まで送っていただけたのも助かりました。ありがとうございます。

It was a fantastic day! Thank you to all the staff!
Next, I want to have fun in Ishigaki Island!
Thank you, Hara and Roku!

一日大満喫でした！スタッフの皆様ありがとうございますした！
次は石垣島でも遊びたい！
ありがとうハラさん！ロクさん！

I participated in a tour that included mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), exploring a limestone cave, and landing on Balas Island.
The other guests were also first-timers at SUP, but they were able to stand up, so it might be okay even if you don't have much time for exercise (^｡^).
The limestone cave trek was also a serious adventure and fantastic!
It was a full day packed with activities!

マングローブSUPと鍾乳洞の探検、バラス島の上陸のツアーに参加しました。
私以外のお客さんもSUPは初めてでも立てていたので、運動に時間がなくても大丈夫かもです(^｡^)
鍾乳洞も本格的なトレッキングで最高！
1日盛りだくさんのツアーできた！

It was the off-season, so there weren't many people, and the guide was very attentive. Thank you, Obara!

オフシーズンだったので、あまり人が多くなく、ガイドさんもつきっきりでやっていただきました。小原さんありがとう！

We paddled a canoe and landed in the jungle! When we explored towards the waterfall, we were amazed by its beauty! The kids loved jumping into the plunge pool and tried it several times. On the way back, the tide was low, so we landed in the mangroves and were able to observe many creatures! It was so much fun to experience nature from different angles.

カヌーを漕いて、ジャングルに上陸！滝に向けて探検したら、綺麗な滝に感動！子供は滝壺に飛び降りるのは大好きで、何回もやてみた。
帰りは潮を引いて、マングローブに上陸して、たくさんの生物を観察できた！自然をいろんな角度で触れて、めちゃ楽しかった。

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 participated as a family of five, and the guide was very kind and accommodating, which made my parents very satisfied! Next, we would like to try snorkeling!

家族5人で参加しましたが、ガイドさんがとても親切に色々対応してくれて両親も大満足でした！次はシュノーケリング参加したいと思います！

I'm glad I could paddle happily with him! The sunset was incredibly beautiful, and we were able to enjoy it slowly! It was a tour where we could leisurely watch the sunset instead of a noisy, chaotic one! The shower facilities were also great!

彼と楽しく漕ぐことができてよかった！
夕日もめっちゃきれいに見れてゆっくり見れました！
ごちゃごちゃ騒いだツアーじゃなくてゆっくり夕日を眺めるツアーでした！
シャワー設備も良かった！

My 6-year-old daughter has always been afraid of the ocean and has hardly ever put her feet in the water, insisting that she didn't want to try snorkeling. I thought we would end up waiting on the beach with one of the parents again this time, but thanks to the instructor who was very kind and attentive, my daughter was able to enter the water without fuss. Moreover, she was able to master the use of the snorkeling equipment and learned a lot about different types of fish and various ecological features, which sparked her interest in the ocean. The drone footage also captured some great videos and photos, creating wonderful memories for our family. We definitely want to do this again next time.

6歳の娘が、海が怖くて今までもほとんど海には足をつけたことがなく、シュノーケルも嫌だと言いはっていたので、今回も親のどちらかと浜辺で待機かなぁ〜と思いながらお願いしたのですが、担当してくださったインストラクターのお兄さんがとても丁寧に親切に接してくださったおかげで娘もグズらず海に入ることができました。その上シュノーケルの道具の使い方もしっかりマスターでき、お魚の種類やいろんな生態の特徴など、子供達はたくさん教えていただいて海に興味を持つことができました。ドローン撮影もとてもいい動画やお写真を撮っていただき、家族揃ってとても良い思い出ができました。又是非次回もお願いしたいと思います。

Initially, the sunset tour we had planned was canceled due to heavy rain, so we were able to switch to a morning tour the next day. It was my first experience kayaking, and I was nervous because I’m not very athletic, but I learned how to paddle and gradually got the hang of it while actually on the water. On that day, everyone was in two-person kayaks. We encountered many mangroves and heard fascinating stories about the ancient banyan trees, especially the tale of the Kijimuna (spirit), which was very intriguing. I was also very satisfied to see both the white heron and the black heron. Be prepared to get your backside wet! There are changing rooms available, and you can borrow non-slip sandals. We were also able to take photos at various spots.

当初、予定していたサンセットツアーは大雨のため中止になったため、翌日の午前中のツアーに変更していただくことができました。カヤック初体験しかも運動神経鈍いのでドキドキでしたが漕ぎ方を教わり実際に乗っているうちにコツもつかめました。当日は全員２人乗りカヤックでした。多くのマングローブや古いガジュマルの神秘的なお話など…特にキジムナ（精霊）のお話はとても興味深いものでした。シロサギ、クロサギにも出会えて大満足です。お尻がビショビショになります。更衣室もありますし、滑り止め付のサンダルもお借りできます。所々で写真も撮っていただけました。

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。

The guide was very nice, and since it was a small group, it was easy to get guidance. I received photos that I wouldn't normally be able to take, such as drone shots, which made for a great experience.

ガイドさんがとてもいいかたでしたし、少人数だったのでガイドしてもらいやすかったです。
ドローン撮影など、普通に撮れない写真がもらえてとてもいい経験になりました。

It was raining on the morning of the event. I hesitated about whether to participate, but I went to the meeting place and decided to join since it was a special opportunity.

By the time we were ready to start, the rain was pouring down. I wondered if it would be okay, but once I got on the kayak, the kids were super excited.

The guide was very attentive, and before I knew it, the tour was over. It would have been even better if it had been sunny, but it was still a very memorable tour. I would love to participate again when I visit Okinawa.

当日の朝は雨。参加しようか迷いながらも集合場所に行き、やはりせっかくだし参加する事に。
準備をしてはじまる頃には大粒の雨。大丈夫かな、、、と思いながらもカヤックに乗ってスタートしてみると、子供たちも大興奮。笑
ガイドさんの案内も丁寧であっという間に終わってしまいました。
晴れていたらもっと最高でしたが、それでもとても記念に残るツアーでした。
また沖縄に行った際には参加したいです。

I was worried about kayaking and snorkeling because I have a 5-year-old daughter, but they were very kind and accommodating, and I am very grateful. The weather was perfect, and both the sky and the sea were incredibly blue and beautiful. They took many wonderful photos, and I was very satisfied. I definitely want to recommend this to my friends!

5歳の娘がいたのでカヤックもシュノーケルも心配してましたが、とても親切に対応してくださり大感謝です。
天気にも恵まれ空も海も真っ青で超超超きれいでした。
すてきな写真もたくさん撮ってくれて大満足でした。
友人にも是非勧めたいです！

We participated as a family of four, including our fifth-grade and first-year middle school sons. To be honest, there are many similar tours available, so we chose one at random, but it turned out to be a great choice.

We were supposed to go to the Blue Cave by sea kayak, but due to a bit of wind, we enjoyed kayaking first and then moved by car.

It was cloudy on the day of the tour, but it cleared up just when we reached the Blue Cave, and it was truly beautiful!

Snorkeling was surprisingly easy, and the staff's explanations were thorough and kind, so I think even younger children could enjoy it.

You should definitely buy the photos taken by the staff. For 2,500 yen, you can keep the best memories. We brought a 1,500 yen waterproof disposable camera, so we weren't planning to buy them, but we decided to purchase them right at the start. Thanks to that, we could focus on the tour. If you use an iPhone, they can transfer the photos to your phone at the time of payment, making it easy to share them on LINE and other platforms.

Our child seemed to really like our guide, "Jun-Jun," and kept waving until we left the parking lot, which was quite funny.

I believe that the experience of creating memories is greatly influenced by the staff's service rather than just the tour content, so I highly recommend this tour!

小5中1の息子たちと夫婦4人で参加しました。
正直似たようなツアーがたくさんあるので、適当に選んだのですが、アタリでした。

シーカヤックで青の洞窟まで行く予定が、少し風があったので、シーカヤックを楽しんだ後クルマで移動しました。

当日は曇り空だったのですが、青の洞窟の時だけ晴れてくれて本当にキレイでした！

シュノーケリングが思いのほか簡単で、スタッフの説明が丁寧で優しいので、もう少し小さなお子さんでも楽しめると思います。

スタッフが撮影してくれる写真は絶対買うべき。2,500円で最高の思い出が残せます。
うちは1,500円の防水使い捨てカメラ持参で行ったので、頼む気はなかったのですが、開始早々買うことに決めました。
おかげでツアーに集中できました。
使ってるスマホがiPhoneなら撮影した写真を精算時に移してくれるので、LINE等ですぐにシェアできるので良かったです。

うちの子は担当の「じゅんじゅん」さんがかなり気に入ったようで、駐車場をでるまで手を振り続けてました 笑

思い出づくりにはツアー内容よりも担当スタッフの対応が大きく左右されると思うので、ここはオススメです！

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。

I had some concerns about taking my elementary school-aged and preschool children, but the whole family had a great time! It was our first experience with canoeing, and we were able to paddle right away, which made everyone fall in love with canoeing. The guide was very kind, and the explanations were fascinating, making it a valuable experience. I highly recommend it!

小学生と年長の子どもを連れての体験で不安もありましたが、家族みんなとても楽しむ事が出来ました！
カヌーも進む事が出来るのか？はじめての体験でしたが乗ってすぐに進むことが出来、みんなカヌーが大好きになりました。ガイドさんもとても親切で説明もとても興味深く貴重な体験をすることができました。すごくおススメです！

I felt a sense of professionalism as they kindly accommodated changes to the meeting place and specified the disbanding time. Despite the heavy rain, I had a great time. Next time, I would like to go on a full-day course.

集合場所変更、解散時間指定等気持ち良く対応して頂き、プロフェッショナルらしさを感じました。大雨でしたが、楽しい時間を過ごせました。今度は1日コースに行きたいです。

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！

I experienced the sunset canoe. The instructor was friendly, and it was a very enjoyable experience. Although the clouds covered the sunset, the scenery was beautiful. I would like to use this service again.

サンセットカヌーを体験しました。インストラクターの人も感じが良くとても楽しい体験が出来ました。雲がかかってしまいサンセットとは行きませんが綺麗な風景でした。また利用したいです。

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