All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

I was worried about whether the tour would take place due to the typhoon, but on the day of the tour, we were able to enjoy snorkeling at three points under a beautiful blue sky.

There were many guides, and it was great that they provided detailed support in small groups. The guide who led us, a woman in a leopard print suit, was not only efficient but also very considerate and wonderful. I joined hoping to see sea turtles, and it turned out to be the best experience as we swam together and even took photos.

The colorful coral reefs were even more beautiful than I had imagined. The only downside was that there were fewer fish than I expected.

Choosing this tour among so many options was definitely the right decision!

台風の影響でツアーが決行されるか心配しましたが、当日は綺麗な青空の下で３ポイントでのシュノーケリング🤿を楽しむことができました。
ガイドさんの人数が多く、少人数毎のグループできめ細かくサポートしてもらえたこともよかったです。
ガイドを担当してくれたヒョウ柄スーツの女性Hさんはテキパキとリードしてくれながらも気配りもすごくあり素敵な方でした。
海亀を見れたらいいなと思って参加しましたが、一緒に泳いだり一緒に写真まで取れて最高の体験になりました。

色とりどりの珊瑚礁🪸も想像以上の美しさでした。
ひとつだけ残念だったのがお魚の数が思っていたよりも少なかったです。

たくさんあるツアーの中でこちらを選んで大正解でした！

The mangrove canoe and water buffalo cart tour I experienced on Iriomote Island was the best time, feeling the richness of nature and the warmth of people. While slowly gliding along the calm river, I felt a sense of healing as I was surrounded by greenery.

The staff were very cheerful and took many photos, allowing me to keep memories in a tangible form. Additionally, they recommended a delicious restaurant during the tour, which made me happy to enjoy the local flavors. Thanks to the confirmation call I received beforehand, I was able to participate with peace of mind, and it turned out to be a day filled with smiles.

It was an unforgettable experience wrapped in the kindness of nature and people.

西表島で体験したマングローブカヌーと水牛車のツアーは、自然の豊かさと人の温かさを感じる最高の時間でした。カヌーでは静かな川面をゆっくり進みながら、緑に包まれるような癒しを感じました。
スタッフの方々はとても明るく、写真もたくさん撮ってくださって思い出が形に残りました。さらに、ツアー途中美味しいご飯屋さんを教えてくれて、地元の味を堪能できたのも嬉しかったです。事前に確認の電話をいただいたおかげで安心して参加でき、終始笑顔の絶えない一日になりました。
自然と人の優しさに包まれた、忘れられない体験です。

In the morning, I did stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the Miyara River, where mangroves thrive on both sides. It was my first time doing SUP, but they provided a proper lecture, and the pace was adjusted to match the group, allowing us to enjoy nature at a relaxed pace. In the afternoon, we had the opportunity for serious snorkeling. The route the guide took us on exceeded my expectations. You can receive photo data, but I recommend bringing your own camera. Depending on the weather, the visibility was amazing, allowing us to see deep into the ocean, along with the coral reefs and many fish swimming around—an incredible experience in nature.

午前はマングローブが川の両側に生い茂る宮良川でSUPをしました。初めてのSUPでしたが、ちゃんとレクチャーしてくれますし、進むペースもグループで合わせてくれるので、ゆったりした気持ちで自然を満喫しながら楽しめます。午後は本格的なシュノーケルが出来ます。ガイドさんが連れて行ってくれるルートは期待以上でした。写真データも頂けますがご自身のカメラの持参をおすすめ。天候によるのでしょうが、海の深い所まで見える透明度と珊瑚礁、たくさんの魚が泳ぐ自然を体験出来て最高です。

It's not very large, so you can enjoy sightseeing at a leisurely pace. There are also singing and dancing shows at different times. They were selling fresh juice made from poi and sugarcane as well.

それほど広くはないので
ゆっくり観光できます
時間ごとに歌や踊りのショーも
あります
ポーポーやサトウキビの生搾りジュースも
販売していました

I participated in the mangrove SUP and Yufu Island tour. It was very easy to join since it included various transportation options and a shower! Thank you, Naoto!

マングローブSUP、由布島観光に参加しました。
各種送迎付き、シャワー付きなので、とても手軽に参加できました！！
なおとさん、ありがとうございました！

Enjoyable trip with two good dives.
Definitely worth a try.

I recommend Ishigaki Island because with the East Bus 5-Day Free Pass, you can almost go anywhere you want. Since you can only buy the bus pass with cash, it's great that VELTRA allows credit card payments.

石垣島はこの東バス５日間フリーパスがあれば行きたい所はほぼ行けるのでおすすめです。
バスで買うには現金一択なので、クレカ決済ができるVELTRAはいいですね。

The transparency is incredible. It's really beautiful.
I arrived earlier than my reservation time, and they let me board the previous boat. There's a dock a little distance away from the information center.

They take you to spots like sea turtles and Nemo.

透明度がハンパないです。めっっちゃ綺麗です。
予約の時間より早く到着したところ、1つ前の船に乗せてくれました。案内所から少し離れた所に船着き場があります。

ウミガメやニモ等のスポットに連れて行ってくれます。

Although we had to take an alternative course due to bad weather, I’m really glad I participated! (In the morning, we canoed on the Miyara River, and in the afternoon, we snorkeled at Ohsaki Beach.)

It had been about 10 years since I last did any marine activities, so it was quite physically demanding. However, I was able to see mangroves up close and spot many fish (including sea turtles!) in the beautiful waters of Ishigaki. I truly felt the great nature of Okinawa, and I think it was a wonderful experience!

It was a bit disappointing that we couldn’t do the SUP at Kabira Bay since it was a rescheduled tour, but I was able to go on another day, so it was no problem.

天候不良で代替コースになりましたが、参加してよかったです！（午前は宮良川のカヌー、午後は大崎ビーチでシュノーケル）
マリンアクティビティ自体10年ぶりくらいだったのでかなり体力的に大変でしたが、、マングローブを直近で見れたり、石垣の綺麗な海でたくさんお魚（ウミガメも！）をみれたり、本当に沖縄の大自然を感じることができるとてもよい体験だったと思います！
（振替ツアーだったので、川平湾SUPができなかったのは残念でしたが、別日に自分で行けたので問題なしです）

I participated in a 2-hour tour. I was torn between the half-day course (4 hours), but the snorkeling time of about 1 hour was just right! (I think it was worth the price.) They took photos for us, but unfortunately, they only captured the surface of the water and people, which was a bit disappointing. It was a beautiful coral reef in the Kerama Islands, and I wish they had taken more pictures of the corals and fish. I regret not bringing my camera since I heard there would be photos included. I didn't know they were feeding the fish. I would have liked a proper explanation about that during the initial briefing.

2時間のツアーに参加しました。
半日コース（4時間）と迷いましたが
シュノーケル時間正味1時間くらいでも
丁度良かったです！（値段に見合った内容だと思います）
写真を撮ってくれたのですが、水面と人しか写ってなくてちょっと残念。せっかくの慶良間諸島の珊瑚礁だったのに、もっと珊瑚とか魚を沢山撮って欲しかったです。
写真付きと聞いていたのでカメラは持参しなったのが悔やまれる。
餌付けをしていたのを、知らなかった。最初の説明でその辺りもちゃんと教えて欲しかったです。

I purchased an unlimited ride ticket because I needed to transfer to the bus to the airport. However, I was disappointed to find out that it was not valid for one day from the date of purchase, but rather for 24 hours from when I got on the bus, which I didn't know.

帰りのバス用で空港まで行くのり
乗り継ぎが必要だったので、乗り放題券を購入しました。ところが、
購入した日の1日ではなくて、
バスに乗ってからの24時間乗り放題なので
それを知らなかったのでがっかりした。

I was able to encounter two sea turtles! There were also many fish swimming around, which made me very satisfied. Although I couldn't go to the Blue Cave due to the typhoon, I appreciated that they chose safe spots to enjoy each day. The mangroves in the afternoon were fun because there were no other tourists, allowing us to paddle the canoe leisurely with a small group. There were many photo spots, and I was happy to take a lot of pictures in the mangroves. It turned out to be a very healing trip.

ウミガメに2匹遭遇する事ができました！ほかにも魚がたくさん泳いでいてとても満足でした。青の洞窟は台風で行けなかったものの、その日その日の安全に楽しめるスポットを選んでくれるのも良かったです。昼からのマングローブは、他の観光客がいなかったこともありますが少人数で気ままにカヌーを漕ぐことができて楽しかったです。フォトスポットも多く、マングローブで写真もたくさん撮ってもらえて嬉しかったです。とても癒される旅になりました。

I did this with my 7-year-old child. I was worried about doing it with my child, but once we tried it, it was so much fun.

Before we set off, the guide provided sufficient explanations, making it easy to operate the canoe. While listening to the detailed explanations, we were able to experience the mysterious ecosystem of the mangrove forest and various creatures, which was educational for my child as well. Canoeing through the mangrove forest was a special time for both my child and me.

The water buffalo cart entering Yubu Island felt peaceful, as if we were stepping into a painting. During the ride to the island, the guide explained the names and characteristics of the water buffalo, and we were able to greet them affectionately with my child.

On Yubu Island, we observed butterflies and saw other water buffalo. We also enjoyed special ice cream while gazing at the sea from a café. It was a perfect experience that satisfied both nature and culture.

I was able to create unforgettable memories for my child. If you're a family traveler, I highly recommend this experience. Thank you.

7歳の子供と一緒にしました。子供とするのが心配だったけど
やってみたらとっても楽しかったです。

出発する前にガイドさんの十分な説明で簡単にカヌーの操作ができました。
そして詳しい説明を聞きながら、マングローブ林の神秘的な生態系と様々な生物に触れ、
子供にとっても勉強になりました。
マングローブの森の間をカヌーに乗って通る経験は、子供にとっても大人にとっても特別な時間でした。

由布島に入る水牛車は、まるで絵の中に入っているように平和でした。
島に移動する間、水牛の名前と特徴を説明してくれて、
子供と一緒に水牛の名前を親しく呼びながら挨拶もすることができました。

由布島のなかでは蝶を観測したり、他の水牛を見ることができました。
そしたカフェから海を眺めながら特別なアイスクリームも食べることができました。
自然と文化をすべて満足させてくれた完璧な体験でした。

子供に忘れられない思い出を与えることができました。
家族連れの旅行客ならぜひ体験してみてください。 ありがとうございます。

I had previously experienced snorkeling and diving but ended up feeling seasick. This time, I took medication after a long time and participated. When I first entered the sea, I was having fun and was completely absorbed. Gradually, I started to feel nauseous from the waves, and by the first break, I was already done. I couldn't get back in for the second time, which was disappointing. If I hadn't gotten seasick, I could have enjoyed it much more! I envy those who don't get seasick. But I'm glad I participated. I would have been even happier if I had been able to see a turtle.

The staff members were all kind and wonderful. Thank you very much.

以前にシュノーケリング、ダイビングを
体験して酔ってしまい💦
今回久しぶりに薬を飲んで参加しました。
海に入り、始めは楽しくて夢中でした。
だんだん波に酔ってしまい、
一回目の休憩で上がった時には
もうダメで、
2回目は、海に入れませんでした💦残念
船酔いしなければ、
もっともっと楽しめたのに❗️
船酔いしない人が羨ましいです💦
でも参加して良かったです。
カメに会えたらもっと嬉しかったです。

スタッフの方々は、
皆さん優しくて良い方でした。
ありがとうございました。

You show the reservation screen to the driver, who then fills in the expiration date and hands it back to you. It's slightly larger than a credit card, which is convenient and not cumbersome. If you lose it, that's it, so I used a transparent case that makes it easy to show during boarding and alighting. The routes with many tourists are very crowded, so there's no hassle with payment. It's a great deal, and I hope it continues to be available in the future.

予約画面をドライバーさんに見せ有効期限を記入して渡されます。
クレカより少し大きいくらいで、邪魔にならずありがたいです。
なくしたらそれまでなので、乗降時に見せやすい透明ケースに入れて使用しました。
観光客の多い路線はとても混雑しているので、支払の面倒もありません。
とにかくお得な券なので今後も存続してほしいです。

A day that stirs the adventurous spirit in nature. It was amazing to spend a peaceful time swaying in a water buffalo cart on Yufu Island, and then experience a completely different atmosphere by paddling through the mangrove forest on a SUP. As I glided between the trees, the sounds of birds and the gentle flow of water echoed around me, and I felt my heart tremble with the sensation of becoming one with nature. It's truly a luxury to enjoy both leisurely sightseeing and exciting activities!

大自然の冒険心をくすぐる一日　由布島で水牛車に揺られながら穏やかな時間を過ごし、その後はマングローブの林をSUPで進むという全く違う雰囲気を一日で体験できるのが最高でした！木々の間をすり抜けると鳥の声や水のせせらぎが響き渡り、自然と一体になれる感覚に心が震えました。のんびり観光とワクワクのアクティビティをどちらも楽しめるのは本当に贅沢です！

Passengers sit on the left and right seats surrounding the glass in the center of the boat. Depending on where you sit, you can't see the underwater view directly below you, but the crew carefully adjusts the boat's position so that everyone can see the creatures when they appear.

船の中央にあるガラスを囲むように、乗客は左右の座席に座ります。座る位置によって自分の真下の水中は見えませんが、生き物が現れると全員が見られるように、船員が船の位置を細かく調整してくれていました。

The luxury of experiencing nature and history all at once. I felt the old-fashioned atmosphere on the water buffalo cart in Yufu Island, and during my stroll in the park, I was touched by the unique air woven from tradition and nature. Later, while stand-up paddleboarding through the mangroves, it felt like gliding through a green tunnel, and I was moved by the depth of nature that I usually can't see! I truly thought it was a wonderful luxury to enjoy both culture and the great outdoors in one day.

自然と歴史を一度に味わえる贅沢さ　由布島の水牛車で昔ながらの雰囲気を感じ、園内での散策では伝統と自然が織りなす独特の空気に触れました。その後のマングローブSUPではまるで緑のトンネルを抜けるように水面を進み、普段は見ることができない自然の奥深さに感動！一日の中で文化と大自然の両方を味わえるなんて本当に贅沢だと思いました。

It was very enjoyable with the veteran bus guide in charge. They picked us up at the hotel and stopped at a flexible drop-off location on the way back, which was great.

ベテランのバスガイドさんが担当してとても楽しかったです　ホテルまで迎えに来てくれ帰りも融通のきいた降車場所に止まってくれてよかったです

On the day of the visit, it was rainy, but the rain stopped when we got off and started sightseeing, which was great. I had been to Ryukyu Village several times, but this was my first visit to an awamori distillery. I learned a lot about the production process of awamori. The view from Banta Cafe was stunning; I lost track of time while gazing at the ocean, and it was truly wonderful. I definitely want to come back to see the sunset.

当日は、雨模様でしたが、降車して観光時には、雨が止み、良かったです。琉球村には何度か、行って事がありましたが、今回、初めて泡盛工場に行きました。泡盛も製造工程がよくわかり勉強になりました。バンタカフェは絶景で、時が経つのも忘れて、海を眺めて、とても良かった。是非、夕陽を観に、また来たいと思います。

The staff members were very kind and attentive, which made me feel at ease.

On the day I participated, there were about 30 people, and although there was some waiting time for preparations, there was plenty of time to enjoy, so it wasn't too bothersome.

スタッフの皆さまがとても親切で丁寧なので、安心できます。

私が参加した日は30人くらいいて、もろもろ準備待ちの時間があったものの、遊ぶ時間はしっかりあったのでさほど気になりませんでした。

A thrilling and satisfying day! The morning spent leisurely exploring Yufu Island was a great way to relax, and the switch to canoeing through the mangroves in the afternoon was fantastic! The sounds of birds and the wind while paddling felt like background music, and it truly made me feel like I was playing in nature. This plan packed both sightseeing and active experiences, resulting in a wonderfully fulfilling day!

心踊る大満足の一日　最初の由布島観光でのんびり心を癒やし、午後はマングローブの中をカヌーで進むという切り替えが最高でした！カヌーを漕ぎながら聞こえる鳥の声や風の音はまるでBGMのようで、自然の中で遊んでいる感覚が心をワクワクさせてくれました。観光もアクティブ体験も両方詰まったプランで、大満足の一日になりました！

It was very convenient to go to the places I wanted by bus. I don't want to say too much, but it was very disappointing to see the poor manners of some Chinese tourists (talking on the phone inside the bus, eating and drinking, reclining their seats without saying anything, not keeping to the meeting time, not listening to the guide, etc.). This was the worst experience I've had among many bus tours I've participated in. The guide was very kind and tried to handle various situations, but it was unfortunate for them. It would have been nice if there were charging options for mobile phones on the bus.

行きたいところをバスで行けるのでとても楽でした。あまり言いたくはないけど、中国人の方のマナーの悪さ（社内での通話、飲食、椅子の背もたれも何も言わず倒す、集合時間を守らない、ガイドのいうことを聞かないなど）がとても残念でした。今まで多くのバスツアーに参加しましたが、一番ひどかったです。ガイドさんはいろいろと対応してくれて親切でしたが、かわいそうだった。社内で携帯の充電でできるとよかった。

As a senior couple, we were filled with anxiety due to our lack of exercise, but thanks to the staff and everyone in our group, we created wonderful memories.

We were able to directly experience the nature of Iriomote Island, and the staff's deep love for Iriomote Island was evident.

After the tour, due to our mistake, we couldn't receive the images via LINE and had given up, but we were so happy to receive them via SMS.

Thank you very much for all your help.

シニア夫婦での参加&日頃の運動不足で
不安いっぱいでしたが
スタッフさんと同じグループの皆さまの
お陰で楽しい思い出となりました

西表島の自然を直に感じられ
スタッフさんの深〜い西表島"愛"が
伝わりました

ツアー後　こちらのミスの為
LINEで画像を受けとれず
あきらめていましたが
SMSで送っていただき嬉しかったです

大変お世話になり
ありがとうございました

The parking lot was free, and there were discounts available, so I signed up. However, there wasn't really any explanation or guidance. I just got on the glass boat and looked around by myself. I thought they could at least tell us the names of the fish. While Kawahira is full of photos and information, when I actually went there, I felt like it was lacking a bit.

駐車場が無料、割引もありで申し込みしましたが
特になにか説明もなく、ガイドもなくて
ただグラスボートにのり自分で見るだけで
魚の名前とかくらい言ってくれてもよいと思った
川平は写真や情報にあふれているが
実際にいってみたら
うーん
もうひとつといった感じでした。

The experience itself was wonderful. I definitely want to participate in the snorkeling tour again next time.

Perhaps the session we participated in was special, as there were many participants, but only five of them were Japanese.

The tour guidance was mostly in English, and I felt that the support for Japanese participants was somewhat lacking. Many of the local staff from the tour company were nice people. However, some of the foreign staff could only speak a little Japanese, and due to their busyness, there were some parts that were a bit problematic. Additionally, the lack of organization was concerning.

However, I am very grateful that they managed to find sea turtles despite the poor sea conditions after the typhoon.

It was a very good tour, so I rated it three stars in hopes of future improvements. Thank you for the enjoyable tour.

体験自体は素晴らしいものでした。
ぜひまた次の機会もシュノーケリングツアーに参加したいなと思います。

私たちが参加した回が特別そうだったのか、
定員いっぱいのツアー参加者が集まったが、そのうち日本人は5名だけでした。

ツアーの案内も英語多く、日本人への対応は雑に感じました。
ツアー会社さんの現地スタッフの皆さんはいい人が多いです。しかしながら、一部の外国人スタッフさんは日本語が少ししか話せず、忙しさもあって少し困る部分もありました。
また、段取りの悪さも気になりました。

しかしながら、台風後で海のコンディションが悪い中、ウミガメをなんとか探してくださって大変感謝しております。

とてもよいツアーなので、今後の改善を期待して、⭐︎3つにさせていただきました。
楽しいツアーをありがとうございました。

I experienced snorkeling and canyoning at Baras Island. We visited two spots, including Baras Island made of coral fragments and a beautiful sea with coral. I was thrilled to encounter colorful fish and even sharks. During canyoning, I walked through a subtropical forest, climbed cliffs, and enjoyed the thrill of jumping into the river and natural water slides! It was a bit scary, but the fun outweighed it. We took a lot of photos, which were sent to us right away! Finally, we enjoyed a warm shower, making it comfortable. It was a satisfying day where I could fully experience the great outdoors.

バラス島シュノーケリングとキャニオリングを体験しました。
サンゴのかけらでできたバラス島とサンゴが綺麗な海と2スポット周ってもらえました。
色とりどりの魚やサンゴはもちろん、サメにも出会えて大興奮でした。
キャニオリングでは亜熱帯の森を歩き、崖をクライミングして川へ飛び込むスリルや天然のウォータースライダーを満喫しました！
少し怖かったですが、楽しさが勝ちました。
どちらも写真をたくさん撮ってもらえ、すぐに送っていただけました！
最後に温水シャワーも浴びられて快適。
大自然を全身で感じられる大満足の一日でした。

I experienced mangrove SUP and snorkeling during my trip to Okinawa. While paddling quietly down the mangrove river, the guide shared stories about the plants and creatures, making it not just about paddling but also a fun learning experience about nature. The atmosphere of the guides varied by location, which was another charm of the experience. During snorkeling, I was surrounded by colorful fish in the crystal-clear sea, and I even encountered a sea turtle! It was an emotional experience, feeling as if I was swimming alongside it, and it became an unforgettable time. It was the best experience to fully feel the richness of nature.

沖縄旅行でマングローブサップとシュノーケリングを体験しました。サップは静かなマングローブの川を進み、ガイドさんが植物や生き物の話をしてくれるので、ただ漕ぐだけでなく自然のことも学べてとても楽しかったです。場所ごとにガイドの雰囲気が違い、それも魅力のひとつでした。シュノーケリングでは透明度の高い海の中でカラフルな魚たちに囲まれ、なんと海亀にも出会えました！一緒に泳いでいるような感覚に感動し、忘れられない時間になりました。自然の豊かさを体全体で感じられる最高の体験でした。

At first, I was scared of the ocean, but the various pieces of advice and the attentive service made it very enjoyable. Initially, I was a bit nervous thinking that fish might bite, but with the advice and the ease of feeding them, I became comfortable entering the water! Although I couldn't see anything from above, once I went in, I was able to see the beautiful scenery! It was a lot of fun♪ Thank you for the valuable experience!!

最初は海が怖かったけど、色々なアドバイスなど、丁寧に接してくれてとても良かったです👍最初は、魚など噛んでくるかと思い少し緊張して怖かったですが、アドバイスと共にエサもあげやすくなって海に入るのも平気になりました！真上から見ると見えないのに改めて中に入るととてもキレイな景色が見られました！楽しかったです♪貴重な経験ありがとうございました！！

The marine activities were absolutely amazing, just as I expected! Even more than that, the staff were so entertaining that I thought I might die laughing. Endo-san✌️

マリンアクティビティは期待通り最高だった！
それよりもスタッフの方が面白すぎて笑い死ぬかと思いました。遠藤さん✌️