All Reviews for Okinawa Sightseeing Tours

On the last day of my trip, I participated with the goal of being taken to the airport, but I was glad I could effectively sightsee during the last half day. The Super Eisa Show at Okinawa World was especially great. It was an impressive show that energized me. Having a half-day tour allowed for efficient sightseeing, which was wonderful. I will use this service again.

旅行最終日、空港に送って貰うのが目的で参加しましたが最後の半日も有効に観光出来て良かったです。とくに沖縄ワールドのスーパーエイサーショーは凄く良かったです
迫力があり元気を頂けるショーでした。
半日のツァーも有ると効率良く観光出来て良かったです。また利用させて頂きます。

I've ridden a water buffalo cart several times before, but the satisfaction really depends on the stories told by the guide. This time, the guide's simple yet charming storytelling and the performance on the sanshin perfectly matched the slow life atmosphere I was looking for, and I was very satisfied. There was also a cute incident where the buffalo wouldn't move, which turned into a fun memory and made for a great experience.

水牛車は初めてではなく、数回乗ったことがありますが、添乗するおじいの話によって満足感が左右するものです。今回のおじいは、私の求めるスローライフな雰囲気を味わうに丁度良い朴訥なしゃべりに三線の演奏、とても満足のいくものでした。途中牛が動こうとしないという可愛いハプニングもありながら、それがかえって楽しい思い出になり、良い思い出になりました。

On the last day of my first trip to Okinawa, I wanted to make the most of my time before my flight, so I signed up for a tour. I chose the Okinawa World tour, and it was great to experience traditional Okinawan costumes and see the shows! I would have appreciated about an hour more, but I was satisfied with the affordable price. The guide also shared various stories about Okinawa that I wouldn't normally hear.

初めての沖縄旅行の最終日。フライトまでの時間を有効利用したくて申し込みました。沖縄ワールドのツアーを選びましたが、沖縄衣装の体験やショーも見れてよかったです！あと1時間くらい時間があればありがたかったですが、価格も安く満足です。
ガイドさんも普段聞けない沖縄のいろいろな話もしてくださいました。

I have visited Okinawa Island many times. Since I am a paper driver, I have always relied on bus transfers for sightseeing. I had given up on the idea of touring the northern part beyond Nago by bus, but this tour made my dream come true.

The weather was bad, but the food was delicious, and I enjoyed the stroll. Although not in the wild, I was happy to see the Okinawa rail up close through the glass.

If I may add, we only stopped at the Yamada Service Area for a restroom break on the way there, so I hope it can be included in the itinerary in the future.

As expected, we were delayed on the way back due to traffic.

沖縄本島は何度も訪れています
ペーパードライバーなのでいつもバス乗継で観光していました
名護より北部はどう頑張ってもバスでは観光が難しいとあきらめていたのですが、このツアーで夢がかないました

天気は悪かったですが、食事はおいしく散策も楽しめました
野生ではないけどヤンバルクイナもガラス越しで近くでみることができてうれしかったです

欲を言えば
道の駅許田は行きのトイレ休憩のみだったので、今後コースにいれてほしいです

帰りは案の定渋滞で到着は遅れました

Due to the impact of the typhoon, all the activities I had planned were canceled, which brought my mood down. However, in the end, I was able to participate here and created some truly wonderful memories. We were able to visit the tourist spots in Okinawa in just one day, and since we had already decided on the must-visit locations, I felt the duration of our stay was just right. The tour guide was really good at speaking Japanese and made the conversation enjoyable, and the driver was calm, allowing us to relax. Thank you for a wonderful day.

台風の影響で予定していたアクティビティが全てキャンセルになってしまいテンションが下がっていましたが、結果的にこちらに参加させて頂いてとても最高の思い出が出来ました。
沖縄の観光地を1日でまわれて、予めそれぞれの絶対行きたいスポットを決めていたので、私的には滞在時間は丁度良いと感じました。
添乗員さんも日本語が本当にお上手でお話も楽しく、運転手さんも穏やかで安心して過ごせました。
素敵な1日をありがとうございました。

It was great that the guide accompanied us and provided information about Okinawa throughout the journey. However, it was disappointing that the entrance fee for Shurijo Castle was separate and that there was no group discount. I felt that the time spent there could have been shorter, and it might have been better to allocate more time to Okinawa World. Since the departure time was early, I gave up on having breakfast at the hotel, but waiting for the opening time was understandable considering the traffic. In any case, I felt that two hours at Okinawa World was not enough to see two shows, so I would prefer a plan without Shurijo Castle altogether.

ガイドさんが同乗してくれて、移動中も終始沖縄のガイドをしてくれる所は非常に良いが、斎場御嶽の入場料金が別途で、団体割引きの適用も無いのは残念、そこでの時間はもっと短くて、沖縄ワールドを多めにしても良いのではと、感じた。出発時間も早いのでホテルの朝ごはんを諦めたのに開場時間待ちしたのも、まぁ、渋滞考慮で仕方ないのかも知れないが、って感じ。兎に角、沖縄ワールドで２時間ではショーを２つ見るのも厳しいと感じたので、いっそのこと斎場御嶽はなしのプランを希望します。

It was a compact half-day tour featuring a mangrove forest cruise and a water buffalo cart ride, and it exceeded my expectations, leaving me very satisfied.

During the mangrove forest cruise, the captain's witty storytelling made learning about the mangrove ecosystem and the animals living there enjoyable and educational. After the cruise, we took a bus to the water buffalo cart boarding area, where the driver's entertaining narration provided us with various insights about Iriomote Island, making the travel time very enjoyable.

On the way to Yubu Island via the water buffalo cart, we listened to live performances of the sanshin while receiving explanations filled with love for the water buffalo. I learned that water buffalo have an intelligence level comparable to that of a five-year-old child and that each buffalo has its own unique personality, which made them even more endearing and soothing to me.

For those with limited time, I highly recommend this tour, which captures the essence of Iriomote Island. I can confidently say that you will not regret it.

マングローブ林のクルーズと水牛車がメインのコンパクトな半日ツアーでしたが期待以上に大満足な内容でした。
マングローブ林のクルーズでは船長さんの軽妙な語り口でマングローブ林やそこで暮らす動物たちの生態を楽しく教えていただき大変勉強になりました。
クルーズ終了後はバスで水牛車乗り場まで向かうのですが、その道中も運転手さんの楽しい語り口で西表島について色々教えていただき大変楽しい移動時間でした。
そして水牛車で由布島に向かう道中は行きも帰りも三線の弾き語りを聞きながら、水牛愛にあふれた解説をうかがうことが出来ました。水牛は5歳児程度の知能があるとのことで、またそれぞれの水牛には特有の性格があるとのことで、益々水牛が可愛く思えて癒されました。
時間が限られている方には西表島のエッセンスが盛り込まれたこのツアーを強くお勧めします。決して後悔されることはないと断言できる内容でした。

It was my first trip to Okinawa. Since I only stayed for two nights, this bus tour allowed me to visit several famous spots, making it a very meaningful day. Some places were a bit short on time, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The admission fee for the Churaumi Aquarium was included, and there was also a service for delicious sandwiches, which made it feel like a great deal. The guidance from the veteran tour guide was also very good.

初めての沖縄旅行でした。２泊という短い滞在だってので今回のバスツアーで名所を何箇所も回れてとても有意義な一日でした。若干時間の短い場所もありましたが、美しい風景を楽しめました。美ら海水族館の入館料も含まれ、美味しいサンドウィッチのサービス等もあり、とてもお得感がありました。ベテランガイドさんの案内もとても良かったです。

I made new discoveries on the tour of Iriomote Island, the sightseeing in Yufu Island, and the tour of Taketomi Island. I believe there are still more to come, right? I want to go to Ishigaki Island again. Maybe next time, I'll play golf on Kohama Island?

西表島のツアー、由布島観光、竹富島ツアーと新しい発見。まだまだこれからもっとあると思いますね？これからも、石垣島に行きたいと思ってます。今度は、小浜島でゴルフですかね？　

When I first visited Ishigaki Island, I drove around for a day with a rental car, but this time the sightseeing bus tour included explanations at key points, making it an enjoyable experience.

初めて石垣島に行った時はレンタカーで1日ドライブしましたが、今回の観光バスツアーは要所要所の説明もあり、楽しいものでした。

利点：
- 時間を節約できる
- 一日に多くの場所を訪れることができる
- 車を借りたりタクシーで移動する必要がない
- 自分で計画する必要がない
- 非常に構造化されている

欠点：
- 非常に構造化されている
- 急かされているように感じる
- バスに間に合うか常に心配になる
- 各場所での時間が非常に短く感じる

私たちは急いで次の場所に移動するタイプではありませんが、チュラウミ水族館に行きたかったので、このツアーの一つを選びました。正直なところ、私と息子は水族館で一日を過ごす方が好ましいです。一つの場所を訪れるために同じ金額を支払って、急かされることなく過ごしたいです。

The pros :
- You can save time
-You get to visit many places in one day
-No need to rent a car or travel by taxi
- No need to organize it yourself
- very structured

The cons:
- Very structured
- It feels like we're being rushed
- Always worried about making it to the bus on time
- Time feels very short for each place.

We're not the type to rush from one place to another but we really wanted to go to Churaumi aquarium and this was one of the tours available. Honeslty me and my son would prefer to spend one day at the aquarium. I would pay the same amount to visit just one place and not feel so rushed.

I wanted to spend more time at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, so the course was limited, and I didn't want to go to the pineapple garden, but I had no choice. It was just as I imagined—boring and felt like a waste of time. Spending a long time at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and skipping the pineapple garden to spend more time at American Village would be good for kids, but adults didn't need the pineapple garden.

美ら海水族館での滞在時間を長くとりたかったのでコースが限られて　パイナップル園には行きたくなかったけど仕方なく
想像通り面白くなく時間の無駄って感じでした
美ら海水族館長い滞在時間にしてパイナップル園行かずアメリカンビレッジ長めに時間とるとか　子供には良いけど大人はパイナップル園は要らなかったなぁ

Although the rainy season was approaching, we were able to enjoy ourselves as a family in the pleasant weather that wasn't too hot. Riding on a water buffalo cart while listening to folk songs was the best experience.

梅雨入り間近でしたが、快晴で暑すぎず家族で楽しむことができました。水牛の牛車に乗りながら民謡を聴けたのは最高でした。

The sacred site of Sefa Utaki on Okinawa Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is truly a mystical space in nature that cleanses the soul. I believe it's a must-visit when you come to Okinawa.

Okinawa World is also packed with traditional Okinawan culture, featuring shows like Eisa and the Habu and Mongoose show, as well as a tropical fruit garden and Habu Museum Park that can only be found in the tropics. I was very satisfied with the many attractions. The limestone cave Gyokusendo is an extraordinary space created by nature, and just entering it is incredibly worthwhile. The bus guide was also very wonderful! You can also stop by Naha Airport on the way back, so I recommend it for your last day!

世界遺産の沖縄本島の聖地 斎場御嶽は本当に大自然の中の神秘的な空間で心が洗われました。沖縄に来たら絶対来るべきだと思います。
おきなわワールドも園内にギュっと沖縄伝統文化が凝縮されていて、エイサーやハブとマングースのショーが観れたり、南国でしか見れない熱帯フルーツ園やハブ博物公園なと沢山のコンテンツで大満足でした。鍾乳洞の玉泉洞は大自然が生んだ非日常空間で ここに入るだけでもめちゃめちゃ価値があります。バスガイドさんもとても素敵でした！帰路は那覇空港にも寄ってもらえますので最終日にもオススメです！

I was efficiently guided to popular spots in Okinawa such as Churaumi Aquarium, Manzamo, and Kouri Island, and the bus guide's stories were truly wonderful and captivating! The pineapples at Pineapple Park were incredibly delicious! The cost performance and time performance were both excellent, and on the way back, I was able to see the sunset sinking into the horizon from the bus! It was really great!

美ら海水族館や万座毛、古宇利島など沖縄の人気スポットを効率的に案内してもらえた上にバスガイドさんのお話が大変素晴らしく面白くて聞き入ってしまいました！パイナップルパークのパイナップルはめちゃめちゃ美味しかったです！コストパフォーマンスもタイムパフォーマンスも最高で、帰路には社内から水平線へと沈みゆく夕陽も見ることが出来ました！本当に良かったです！

I was drawn by the water buffalo, and I took a leisurely stroll around Taketomi Island, enjoying the sound of the sanshin and beautiful singing. It was a wonderfully healing and enjoyable trip.

水牛の真栄くんに引かれて竹富島の中をのんびり散歩､三線の音色に素敵な歌声､最高に癒される楽しい旅でした。

It was a trip where we didn't rent a car, so it was great that we could efficiently visit the tourist spots! My husband, who was visiting Okinawa for the first time, was also happy!

レンタカーを借りない旅行だったので
効率よく観光地を回れたので良かったです！
初めての沖縄だった主人も喜んでました！

I used to be a tour guide, so I've been to Okinawa many times for work, but it was my husband and son's first time there. I wanted them to experience the main tourist spots, so I intentionally joined a tour.

The tour itself was broad but shallow, so I think some people might feel that they needed a bit more time.

I was very satisfied, and the guide entertained us with songs and dances on the bus. We encountered a downpour on Kouri Island, but that became a nice memory (laughs).

My son seemed to really enjoy the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and said he would like to go again if there’s another opportunity.

I was surprised by how much Manza Beach had changed since I last visited, but even under the cloudy sky, the color of the sea at Manza Beach was wonderful.

If I could wish for something, I would have liked to see the Eisa performance at Ryukyu Village until the end.

昔添乗員をしていたので沖縄は何度も仕事で行ってましたが、主人と息子は初めての沖縄だったので、メインの観光地を味わって欲しくて、あえてツアーに参加させて頂きました。

ツアー自体は浅く広くなので、どうしても、もう少し時間があればと感じる方もいると思います。

私としては大満足でガイドさんも歌あり踊りありと車内で楽しませてくれました。
古宇利島でスコールにあってしまいましたが、それもまた良い思い出かな(笑)

息子は美ら海水族館がかなり気に入ったようで、また機会があれば行きたいと言っていました。

久しぶりに行った万座毛の変わりようにビックリしてしいましたが、あの曇り空の中でも万座毛の海の色は素晴らしかったです。

欲を言えば琉球村でのエイサーショーを最後までみたかったかな～。

I was able to enjoy sightseeing in Okinawa at a lower cost and with more ease than renting a taxi!

I really appreciated that they accepted my request to split up along the way.

タクシーを借りるよりも低コスト&ラクに
沖縄観光を楽しむことができました！

途中解散したい希望も受け入れてくださり
とてもありがたかったです！

I was looking for a half-day tour that would allow me to return on an evening flight, so I really appreciated the early morning tour. The mangroves in Iriomote were impressive! We were able to take our time exploring while receiving explanations on the boat, which allowed us to take photos from various angles.

The water buffalo ride to Yufu was more amusing and cute than I expected. It seems that each water buffalo has its own personality; the one I rode was a boy who tended to slack off by looking around while walking. It seemed like he deliberately walked slowly or stopped. When he stopped, I had to tap his rear with a fly swatter to signal him to move. I was told that this one takes longer to cross to the shore, so I got to ride him the longest! The guide mentioned that customers are lucky to have this one.

Traveling while listening to the melody of the sanshin was a very heartwarming experience. The lunch we had in Yufu was also incredibly delicious! This tour requires very little physical effort, so even in the hot Okinawa weather, I think elderly people and those with children would be very satisfied!

夕方の便で帰れる半日ツアーを探してたので、朝早くからのツアーはとても有り難かったです。
西表のマングローブは見応えがありましたね！
船で説明を受けながらゆっくりまわっていただけたので左右見ながらあちこちの写真を撮る事も出来ました。
由布までの水牛は思ってたよりオモシロ可愛い♡水牛にも性格があるらしく、私が乗った子は途中で周りを見ながら歩くのをサボるタイプの男の子でした。笑　わざとゆっくり歩いたり止まってるみたいです。止まった時はハエ叩きでお尻をペンペン、合図して歩かせてました。この子は岸に渡るまで時間がかかるから1番長く乗っていれる子！お客さんラッキーですよと言われました。
さんしんのメロディを聴きながらの移動はとてもほっこり良い時間を過ごせます。
由布でいただいたランチの味も凄く美味しいです！
このツアーは体力を使う事がほとんどない為、暑い沖縄ですがご高齢の方や子連れの方も大満足できると思います！！

The buffalo cart ride across the island was relaxing and gave me a laid-back feeling. The sightseeing on the island with the buffalo cart was delightful, especially watching the clever buffalo.

水牛車での島渡りはのんびりとして、ゆったりとした気分でした。水牛車の島内観光は、賢い水牛の様子が可愛かったです。

The views from Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki were equally stunning. The bus guide's commentary matched the scenery outside the window and included some informative stories, which made everyone's applause grow louder. It was enjoyable.

川平湾と玉取崎の眺望は甲乙つけがたし、素晴らしかった。
バスガイドさんの話は、車窓の景色に合っているし、ためになる話もあって、皆の拍手が段々大きくなる。楽しかった。

On the day we returned from staying at Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island, we were picked up at the ferry terminal. When I informed the driver that my elderly mother couldn't walk much, he thoughtfully planned various routes for us, so I left everything to him. He provided detailed explanations about the beautiful scenery and the history of Ishigaki Island, showcasing his deep knowledge and love for the area, which made our experience comfortable and enjoyable throughout. If the opportunity arises again, I would definitely like to request the same driver.

竹富島に泊まって石垣島に戻る日に離島ターミナルでピックアップしてもらいました。ドライバーさんに同行の母が高齢なのでたくさん歩けないことを伝えると、色々とコースを考えてくれたので全てお任せしました。美しい景色や石垣島の歴史までとても丁寧に説明をしてくれて、ドライバーさんの知識の深さと石垣愛が感じられ終始快適に楽しく過ごすことができました。また機会があれば同じドライバーさんに是非お願いしたいです。

I made a reservation for the second day of a two-night, three-day schedule in Ishigaki Island. It was a packed experience starting early in the morning, so I was exhausted on the way back. It was very convenient that they provided transportation from the morning meeting point to the hotel and also back to the hotel after the activities. I was torn between this plan and one that included a tour of Taketomi Island, but I’m glad I chose this plan because it allowed me to relax a bit after returning to Ishigaki Island until the evening.

石垣島２泊3日スケジュールの2日目に予約しました。朝早い時間から盛りだくさんの体験だったので、帰りはぐったり。朝の集合からホテルに送迎くださり終了後もホテルまで送迎をお願いできたのがとても楽でした。
他のプランで竹富島を巡るプランと迷いましたが、石垣島に戻ってから夜まで少しゆっくりできたのも、このプランで良かったです。

We were taken care of for three full days with a charter service, from transportation to sightseeing.

Not only did they respond to our requests, but they also made flexible suggestions based on the weather and road conditions, allowing us to have a very smooth and fulfilling time. They also guided us to delicious lunch spots, and I believe we wouldn't have been able to spend our time as efficiently and comfortably if we had been moving around in a rental car on our own. It was a thoroughly satisfying three days.

３日間ずっとチャーターで、送迎から観光まで全ての行程でお世話になりました。

こちらのリクエストに応えていただくのは勿論、天気や道路状況に合わせて臨機応変にご提案もしていただき、とてもスムーズで充実した時間を過ごせました。またお昼ご飯も美味しいお店に案内していただき、自分たちでレンタカーで移動していたら絶対にこんなに効率よくゆったりと過ごせなかっただろうと思います。大満足の３日間でした。

I live in Hokkaido.
I came to Okinawa for the first time in my life on my honeymoon!
Since we didn't know our way around, we decided to go with this guided tour.

In the end, I felt that we made a great choice!
There were some microphone troubles, and the guide seemed to have a tough time, but they were very friendly, cheerful, and kind, making the whole experience enjoyable!

If you're unsure, definitely consider booking this guided tour!!

北海道に住んでいる者です。
新婚旅行で生まれて初めて沖縄に来ました！
そこで、右も左もわからない私達はこのガイドツアーにお願いさせていただきました。

結果、ここを選んで良かったと思いました！
マイクトラブルがありガイドさんは大変そうでしたが、とても気さくで明るく、親切なガイドさんでしたので終始楽しかったです♫

迷ってる方はぜひこちらのガイドツアーを予約してみてください！！

The mangroves of Iriomote Island, which feels like Japan yet not quite Japan, are definitely worth seeing. The Yubu Island tour also embodies the essence of traveling to the remote islands of Okinawa. I traveled with my parents in their 70s, and they were extremely satisfied as it was their first time visiting the remote islands of Okinawa. By the way, I also had children aged 1, 2, and 4, and except for the 1-year-old, the other kids were running around excitedly. It was fantastic.

日本であって、日本ではない西表島のマングローブは一見の価値観有りです。
また、由布島ツアーもこれぞ沖縄離島旅猿という感じ。
７０代の両親を連れての旅行でしたが、初めて沖縄離島を音ずれた両親は大満足の様子でした。
ちなみに、１歳、２歳、４歳の子供もいましたが、１歳の子供以外ははしゃぎまわってしました。
最高でした。

Since it's a half-day itinerary, there are no particular issues. If I had to suggest something, since it ends in the early afternoon, it might be nice to include a lunch spot that can only be reached by bus. Alternatively, it could be added to the course as a stop.

半日行程なので特段の問題なし。
強いて言えば、昼過ぎに終わるので、どうせならどこかバスでしか行けないようなランチを組み込めばいいのかなと。若しくはその場所までコースに入れるとか。

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island and I only had one day of free time, I booked a bus tour to make the most of it! We visited famous spots, and since the tour ended early, I was able to buy souvenirs and go to a restaurant I had been looking forward to! There were also gravel paths and mountain trails, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes! The area with palm trees felt like a jungle, so it might be good to have insect repellent and a light jacket!

初めての石垣島かつ1日しか自由に使える時間がなかったので、効率よくまわりたくバスツアーを予約しました！
有名なところを回ってくださり、早めの解散だったためお土産を買ったり楽しみにしていたご飯屋さんに行くこともできました！
砂利道や山道を歩くこともあったので、歩きやすい靴で行くことをお勧めします！
ヤシの木のところはジャングルみたいな感じだったので、虫除けや羽織ものなどあると良いかなと思います！

It was fun. I don't have a license, so it was helpful. VERTRA offers many efficient tours. It was disappointing that there were areas we couldn't enter at the Sefa Utaki. The Shisa dance at Okinawa World is enjoyable no matter how many times you see it.

楽しかったです。免許持っていないので助かりました。VERTRAさんは無駄がないツアーが多いです。斎場御獄が入れない箇所がありましたので残念でした。おきなわワールドのシーサーの踊りは何度見ても楽しいです。