All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

Just before my trip, the rainy season started, and I was worried about the continuous rain forecast for Okinawa. However, thanks to this bus tour, I had a very fulfilling day.

We visited the Churaumi Aquarium and a pineapple farm, and along the way, we bought souvenirs and enjoyed delicious food. Although we couldn't see the blue sky, the ocean in Okinawa was still clear and blue even in the rain, which was truly moving.

I was very happy to visit Emerald Beach again, a place I had wanted to return to since my last visit eight years ago. The guide's stories and songs were soothing, and the bus was very comfortable. On the way back, I listened to the song "Shimanchu nu Takara" sung by the guide.

I highly recommend this tour for those without a rental car. It was very comfortable. Thank you for a wonderful day!

旅行直前に梅雨に入ってしまい、連日雨予報の沖縄、楽しめるか心配でしたが
こちらのバスツアーのおかげでとても充実した1日になりました。
美ら海水族館や、パイナップル園などはもちろん、途中途中でお土産を買ったり美味しいものを買って食べたり。青空は見えませんでしたが沖縄の海は雨でも透き通っていて青くて、感動しました。
8年前に訪れてまた行きたいなと思っていたエメラルドビーチにまた行けて私はとても嬉しかったです。ガイドさんのお話もお歌も癒されましたし居心地のいいバスでした。帰りの飛行機はガイドさんが歌われた島人の宝を聞いて帰りましたよ。
レンタカーの無い方はおすすめです。とても快適です。
素敵な一日をありがとうございました！！

I experienced a mangrove canoe 🛶 and water buffalo tour at Yufu Island 🐮. First of all, I'm really glad I chose this tour! The distance from the mangrove spot to Yufu Island was surprisingly far, and traveling by car was essential. I believe that participating in the tour allowed me to smoothly experience both activities in one day! Moreover, our instructor, Shabi, provided various interesting facts about Iriomote Island while guiding us, which made the experience even more enjoyable than the activities themselves!

I also joined the tour as a day trip from Ishigaki Island. After the tour ended, there was a bit of time before the return ferry, but I highly recommend Maruma Beach 🏖, which is about a 10-minute walk from the ferry terminal! It was the most beautiful sea I've ever seen, and since I happened to have clothes that I didn't mind getting wet, I changed and played in the sea. The time until the ferry arrived flew by!

マングローブカヌー🛶＆由布島水牛観光🐮のツアーを体験しました。
まず、本当にツアーにしてよかったです！マングローブスポットから由布島までは意外と距離があり、車での移動必須でした。ツアーに参加したからこそ、1日でスムーズに両方体験できたと思います！そして何よりインストラクターのシャビさんが、色々な西表島豆知識を挟みながら案内してくださったので、アクティビティそのもの以上に楽しむことができました！
また石垣島から日帰りで参加したのですが、ツアー終了後～帰りのフェリーまで少し時間があきますが、フェリー乗り場から歩いて10分ほどのところにあるまるまビーチ🏖が本当におすすめです！！！今まで見た海の中でいちばんきれいで、ちょうど濡れてもいい服装を持っていたので、着替えて海で遊んでいると、フェリーまでの時間はあっという間でした。

I was very satisfied to see the colorful fish and beautiful corals of the tropical region! The guide's attention to safety was thorough, allowing me to enjoy the tour with peace of mind!

南国のカラフルな魚たちと綺麗なサンゴが見れて大満足でした！ガイドの人の安全配慮も行き届いていて、安心してツアーを過ごせました！

I enjoyed a day of experience diving with my two 13-year-old grandchildren. It was a sunny day just after the start of the rainy season, and we were lucky to dive with calm sea conditions. The instructor was very skilled, and my grandchildren had a great time on their first dive.

13才の孫2人と体験ダイビング1日を堪能しました。梅雨入り直後の晴れた1日で運良く潜れ、海況も穏やかな一日でした。
イントラさんもとても上手で、孫2人も初ダイブを楽しみました。

Initially, we planned to do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) at Kawahira Bay, but due to high waves, we ended up at Miyara River instead. It was a lot of fun! We got caught in the rain, but since you get wet while paddleboarding anyway, I highly recommend experiencing it on a rainy day! Our guide, Mr. Tsuchiya, was handsome and comes highly recommended! 👍

当初は川平湾でsup予定でしたが高波の影響で宮良川でのsupとなりましたが楽しかったです。雨に振られましたが、supで濡れるので雨の日こそ体験しちゃった方がいいくらいのオススメ度です！土屋さんというガイドさん、イケメンでオススメです👍

Thanks to our guide, Mr. Kiyane, who shared interesting trivia, and our driver, Mr. Maeda, who drove safely and securely, we were able to enjoyably visit various places in a condensed manner. I would like to use this service again on other routes. Thank you very much.

豆知識を教えてくださる添乗員の喜屋武さん、安心安全運転のドライバーの真栄田さんのおふたりのおかげでいろんな場所を凝縮して楽しくまわることができました。また他のルートでも利用したいです。ありがとうございました。

The weather was unfortunate, but we were able to efficiently tour Ishigaki. It was a sightseeing experience rich in essence. The bus guide's explanations deepened our understanding of Ishigaki.

あいにくの天気でしたが、効率よく石垣を観光できました。エッセンスが濃縮された観光でした。バスガイドさんの解説も石垣の理解を深めました。

Due to the wind from the previous day, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, but instead, I was satisfied to interact with the colorful and cute fish. The guide was friendly and kind, and they took a lot of photos and videos for us. I also made friends with the other participants, and in the end, we were able to take a commemorative photo with the guide, creating a truly precious memory. I'm grateful for that. If I have the opportunity again, I would like to challenge the Blue Cave.

前日の風の影響で青の洞窟には行けませんでしたが、そのかわりカラフルでかわいいお魚さんたちと一杯触れあうことができ満足でした。
ガイドさんも気さくで親切でいっぱい写真や動画を撮ってもらいました。参加した方とも仲良くなり、最後は、ガイドさんと皆で記念撮影もでき、大変貴重な思い出として残すことができました。感謝です。
また機会があれば、青の洞窟に挑戦したいと思います。

The morning mangrove canoeing was exhilarating, as it felt like an adventure through a dense jungle, surrounded by lush greenery. I felt incredibly refreshed as I experienced the sparkling surface of the water up close. After that, I took a shower at the office and had some free time to eat lunch at Uehara Port.

Later, the ride on the water buffalo cart to Yubu Island was surprisingly leisurely. Listening to the sound of the sanshin while gently gliding over the sea was a truly luxurious and happy experience. This tour allowed me to enjoy both active adventure and the soothing charm unique to Okinawa, creating memories that will last a lifetime!

午前のマングローブカヌーで、生い茂る緑の中を抜けていくのは、まるで密林を冒険しているようなワクワク感があり、キラキラした水面を間近に感じて最高にリフレッシュできました。その後、事務所でシャワーを浴び、お昼は上原港で自由に食べる時間がありました。
​その後、水牛車での由布島への移動は、驚くほどゆったりとした時間が流れていました。三線の音色を聴きながら、海の上をのんびり進む感覚は、なんとも贅沢で幸せな気持ちになります。アクティブな冒険と、沖縄らしい情緒たっぷりの癒やしを両方味わえて、一生の思い出に残るツアーでした！

I participated in a half-day snorkeling trip. Unfortunately, it was rainy on the day of the trip, and the boat was quite rocky, but the clarity of the water was amazing, and I was very satisfied. The temperature was a bit low, so I only wore a wetsuit on top, which was just right. If I had to be picky, I would have liked to go a little shallower. The coral reef was incredibly beautiful, but it felt quite deep.

半日シュノーケリングに参加しました。当日はあいにくの雨模様で船もかなり揺れましたが海の透明度は素晴らしく満足しました。気温も少し低めだったので上だけウェットスーツを着ましたがちょうど良かったです。欲を言えばもう少し浅いところまで行ってもらうと良かったと思います。珊瑚礁はすごく綺麗だったですがかなり深く感じました。

Unfortunately, the weather was not great, but the water was beautiful. We were able to stop at a point, and the staff member explained things to us. We got to see various things. However, since I was seated at the back on the first ride, I could hardly hear the staff member's explanations. The smell of gasoline was quite strong, so wearing a mask is necessary.

What I was dissatisfied with was that I arrived earlier than my reservation time, and I wasn't sure how to check in. They said that those with reservations could go first, but the staff member didn't say anything and just told us to line up there because it wasn't time yet. I was confused about where to stand since there were so many people in line, and I couldn't tell which line was for what.

I was unsure where to line up, so I asked, "Should I stand at the very back?" and they said, "Okay, I'll check you in next, so please wait." Then, when I was checked in, I was given an earlier time. I didn't even ask for an earlier time, and the ticket seller's response was quite unpleasant. They were lacking in communication. I understand they might be busy, but I wish they would listen to each person's words properly. Their attitude was definitely not very friendly either.

あいにくの天気でしたが
海の中は綺麗で、ポイントに止まってもらえて、お兄さんが説明してくれていました。
色々と見ることができました。
ただ、最初に乗って奥の端の席だったので
お兄さんの説明がほぼ聞こえない。
ガソリンの匂いがすごくてマスクは必要ですね。
不満だったのは、予約時間よりも早く着いて
受付の仕方が良くわからなかったのですが
予約有りの方は先にどうぞ、だったのですが
受付の方は何も言わずに、時間がまだなのでそこに並んでくださいと言われ、そこ？
沢山のひとが並んでどこが何の列がかわからない。
と思いながら並ぶ場所がわからず
どこに並べば良い？
1番後ろ？ですか？
て聞いたら、じゃあ次に受付するから
待って下さい、、
そして次に受付したら早い時間を渡されました。
別に早くして欲しいとは言っていないのに
チケット売り場の方の対応が気分悪かったです。言葉が足らな過ぎます。
忙しいとは思いますが
一人一人ちゃんと、こちらの言葉を聞いて欲しいです。
愛想も決して良くはなかったです。

At 47 years old, it was my first snorkeling experience, but thanks to the kind support of the guide, I was able to enjoy it safely and securely. The underwater world was adorned with beautiful corals and fish, and I was truly impressed. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

47歳にして初のシュノーケリング体験でしたが、ガイドさんの親切なサポートのおかげで、安全安心に楽しむことができました。水中の世界は、美しい珊瑚と魚で彩られ、本当に感激しました。また機会が有れば参加したいと思います。

On May 3rd, I participated with my family of three. It was a bus tour where I was impressed by the vast knowledge of our guide, Sunakawa. The explanations were easy to understand, and both the songs and the sanshin performance were wonderful. We experienced the mysteries of nature in the limestone cave, and on the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay (additional fee), we were able to see sea turtles, schools of grouper, and colorful tropical fish.

5/3に家族3人で参加。
ガイドの砂川さんの知識量の多さに感服しながらのバスツアーでした。
説明も分かりやすく、歌も三線も素晴らしいものでした。
鍾乳洞で自然の神秘に触れ、川平湾のグラスボート（別途料金）ではウミガメやグルクンの群れ、カラフルな熱帯魚達をみることが出来ました。

Since I arrived quite early before my reserved time, I asked if I could be accommodated earlier, and they kindly agreed. Perhaps because it was just before Golden Week, the boat wasn't full, so there was plenty of space inside. I could see corals and fish through the large glass screen. The sea was a bit murky, but I was lucky enough to spot a sea turtle and a clownfish.

予約時間よりかなり早く着いたので時間を早めてもらうお願いをしたら、快く了解いただけました。GW直前だからか満員ではなかったため船の中も余裕があり、大画面ガラスで珊瑚や魚が見えました。少し海が濁り気味だったのですが、ウミガメやカクレクマノミも見つけることが出来てラッキーでした。

The host does not speak English and the headset does not work so I did not know what’s really happening while I was on the bus. I used the Google translator and helped me little bit.

I signed up on-site, and it was really a great deal! ♪ It's easy since you just have to show it. If you're not using a rental car, taking the bus is a must, so I definitely recommend it! ❤️

現地で申し込みしましたが、本当にお得でした♪
さらに見せるだけなので簡単。
レンタカー使用しない方はバス必須なので、絶対おススメ❤️

The course was packed with activities throughout the day, and it was fulfilling. However, the 50-minute stay at American Village felt too short, which was disappointing.

1日盛り沢山のコースで、充実してました。ただ、アメリカンビレッジ50分の滞在時間は少なく、残念でした。

The guide consulted with the driver and flexibly handled the itinerary and restroom breaks, allowing us to enjoy a stress-free and fun time! Thank you very much!

ガイドさんが、運転士さんと相談して、行程やトイレ休憩など臨機応変に対処して下さり、何のストレスもなく、ただ楽しい時間を過ごせました！本当にありがとうございました。

It was my first snorkeling tour, and I was impressed by the clarity of the water. I saw a lot of fish and was very satisfied. The guide was also kind, which made it easy to enjoy. I would like to participate again.

初めてのシュノーケルツアーでしたが、海の透明度に感動し、魚もたくさん見れて大満足でした。ガイドさんも親切で安心して楽しめました。また参加したいです。

It was a very enjoyable snorkeling tour! The staff were kind, and I felt safe participating even as a beginner. The ocean was truly beautiful, and I was able to see many fish and corals, which was very moving. Additionally, I even encountered a sea turtle, making it an absolutely amazing experience! The explanations were thorough and easy to understand, and I was very satisfied with the photos they took. If you're going to go snorkeling in Ishigaki Island, I highly recommend this tour!

とても楽しいシュノーケリングツアーでした！
スタッフの皆さんも親切で、初めてでも安心して参加することができました。
海が本当に綺麗で、たくさんの魚やサンゴを見ることができ、とても感動しました。
さらにウミガメにも出会うことができて、本当に最高の体験でした！
説明も丁寧で分かりやすく、写真も撮っていただけて大満足です。
石垣島でシュノーケリングをするならぜひおすすめしたいツアーです！

The day before and the day of our visit were beautifully sunny, and the sea around Barasu Island had an incredible clarity that felt like it could swallow you whole! We were enchanted by the many corals and fish, and we were fortunate enough to encounter a lionfish as well.

My elementary school daughter experienced the ocean and snorkeling for the first time in her life. At first, she was nervous, but the guide, Ok-kun, and all the staff at Pipi were truly friendly and supportive, and by the end, she was saying, "This is so much fun!"

Having her first experience in such a beautiful sea was truly a luxurious experience. The time spent gently swaying in the water buffalo cart on Yubu Island was also fantastic, making it a day where we could fully enjoy the charms of Iriomote.

Thank you very much!

前日・当日と快晴で、バラス島の海は吸い込まれそうな透明度！たくさんのサンゴと魚たちに癒され、なんとハナミノカサゴにも出会えるという幸運に恵まれました。
小学生の娘は今回が人生初の海＆シュノーケリング。最初はドキドキでしたが、
ガイドのおっくんさんやpipiのスタッフの皆さんが本当にフレンドリーで優しくサポートしてくださり、最後は「楽しすぎる！」と大はしゃぎ。
初めてがこの綺麗な海なんて、本当に贅沢な体験になりました。
由布島の水牛車でのんびり揺られる時間も最高で、西表の魅力をフルコースで味わえた一日でした。
ありがとうございました！

I was able to experience the rich ecosystem of Ishigaki Island. I was moved by the underwater world filled with sea snakes, unusual fish I had never seen before, and colorful scenery.

石垣島の豊かな生態系に触れることができた。
ウミヘビや見たことの無いような変わった魚、カラフルな景色が水中世界に広がっていて感動をおぼえた。

I used the bus tour that I relied on during my first trip to Okinawa and Hokkaido again. As a result, it was great. I had planned to visit the Churaumi Aquarium since I already knew about it, but I had no idea about American Village, Kouri Island, or Manza Beach, so it was definitely the right choice to use the tour.

I believe the tour guide was from Korea and China, and I was impressed by how well they managed in an unfamiliar country. Their Japanese was very good, but it seemed there were times when communication was challenging, so it must be a tough job. It was a fun and worthwhile tour that matched the price. Thank you very much.

初めての沖縄、北海道旅行の際に頼ったバスツアーをまた利用しました。
結果、大変良かったです。美ら海水族館は知ってたから行こうとは思ってたものの、アメリカンビレッジ・古宇利島・万座毛のことは全く知らなかったので利用して正解でした。

添乗員さんは韓国と中国の方だったと思いますが、慣れない国でよく頑張っていらっしゃるなあと感心しました。日本語もとてもお上手でしたがやはり上手くやり取りできない事もあるようで大変なお仕事と思います。
金額に見合ったお得で楽しいツアーでした。有難う御座いました。

It was a fun day of snorkeling and canoeing!

We did snorkeling in the morning, had lunch in between, and then went canoeing in the afternoon. I was actually disappointed when the plan changed from the Blue Cave to Osaki due to bad weather, but I was very satisfied to see a sea turtle up close, which is quite rare even in the Blue Cave. Plus, it was nice that it wasn't too hot!

During the morning snorkeling:
- The instructor taught us carefully, so I was able to start with a float and then swim on my own and enjoy it.
- The water clarity at Osaki was high, allowing us to observe colorful fish, sea turtles, and sea snakes up close.
- We had the amazing experience of a sea turtle coming up for air right in the middle of our group.
- Looking back, I'm glad we experienced Osaki instead of the Blue Cave.

In the afternoon mangrove canoeing:
- Thanks to the humorous instructor, we had a great time.
- We were able to observe hermit crabs (maybe?).

Overall, it was a day full of extraordinary experiences that even beginners could enjoy safely! By the way, during the lunch break between the morning and afternoon sessions, we took a shower at a tour-related facility and then went to a recommended burger place that serves Ishigaki beef, which was also excellent.

As for other highlights, we saw the following from the car window:
- Sugarcane fields and their processing factory
- Ishigaki beef and Jersey cows
- Peacocks (they were spreading their feathers and making sounds)
- Pigs (maybe Agu pigs?)

参加して楽しいシュノーケリングとカヌーでした！

シュノーケリングは午前に実施して、お昼を挟んで、カヌーは午後に実施しました。
実は天候不良で予定していた青の洞窟から大崎に変更になりガッカリしていたのですが、青の洞窟でもなかなか遭遇しにくい？ウミガメを間近で見ることができて、大満足でした。しかも暑くなくて良かった！

午前のシュノーケリングでは、
・インストラクターが丁寧に教えてくれたので、浮き輪スタートでも途中から自力で泳いで楽しむことができました
・大崎の海の透明度が高く、カラフルな魚・ウミガメ・ウミヘビを間近で観察できました
・ウミガメが自分たちの輪の中に息継ぎしにくるという感動体験がありました
・今思うと青の洞窟でなくて、体験できた大崎で良かったです

午後のマングローブカヌーでは、
・ユーモアたっぷりのインストラクターのおかげで楽しめました
・ヤドカニ（？）の生き物も観察できました

全体を通して、
初心者でも安心して参加できる、非日常感たっぷりの一日でした！
ちなみに午前と午後の間のお昼では、ツアー関連の施設でシャワーを浴びた後、インストラクターさんのおすすめの石垣牛ハンバーガー屋さんに行きました。
こちらのおすすめも非常に良かったです。

その他見所ですが、車窓から次を見れました
・サトウキビ畑とその加工工場
・石垣牛とジャージー牛
・くじゃく（羽開いたり、鳴いてました）
・豚（アグー豚？）

We participated as a couple, experiencing a mangrove kayaking tour in the morning and riding a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island in the afternoon. Although the weather wasn't great, with some wind and occasional light rain, I was really glad we could still go ahead with the activities.

We were guided by Komachan during the kayaking. I appreciated that even though I couldn't take photos with my own smartphone, he took plenty of pictures for us. Since there were quite a few participants, it was challenging to paddle without bumping into others.

At Yufu Island, we had about an hour of free time, which allowed us to explore the area, so that was nice.

On the day of the tour, the ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we had to go to Ohara Port and then take a bus to gather at Uehara Port. However, I was grateful that we were taken back to Ohara Port afterward. Overall, it was a fun experience that you can only have on a tour.

夫婦での参加、午前はマングローブカヤック、午後に水牛車に乗り由布島へ行く体験をしました。
天気が良くなく、風も少しあり時々小雨が降る日でしたが実施できて本当に良かったです。

カヤックはこまちゃんに引率して頂きました。
自分のスマホで写真を撮れなくても沢山写真を撮っていただけて有難かったです
人数が多めだったのでカヤックを漕ぐとき他の参加者にぶつからないようにするのが大変でした。

由布島では1時間ほど自由時間となりぐるっと周れたのでよかったです

当日は上原港行の船が欠航になり大原港に行ってそこからバスに乗って上原港へ集合する流れになりましたが帰りは大原港まで送っていただき有難かったです。
総じてツアーならではの楽しい経験ができてよかったです。

The guide spoke about historical sites, military bases, and the current situation in Okinawa from a natural standpoint, without imposing their views. Although the bus ride was long, I had a great time.

史跡のこと基地のこと沖縄の現状等、ガイドさんはナチュラルな立場で考えを押し付けることなく話してくれていたように感じました。バスの乗車時間が長かったですが良い時間が過ごせました。

- The guide was beautiful and had a great singing voice, singing island songs accompanied by the sanshin.
- The limestone cave was quite spacious and impressive.
- At Kabira Bay, we experienced the optional glass-bottom boat, where the person steering also acted as a guide, providing explanations as we went along. The photos only show coral, but there were schools of colorful fish of various sizes, including clownfish, which we could observe closely.
- For lunch, we had a set with Ishigaki beef hamburger, and unlike store-bought ones, the hamburger had a strong meaty flavor.
- At Tamatorizaki Observatory, we were able to fully enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree views.

If you use it on the last day, you can get off at the airport at the end. Since it's a limousine bus, you can participate with your suitcase. If I could wish for something, I would have liked to include a visit to Yaeyama Village to interact with the macaques, and it would be nice if the course were about an hour longer.

・ガイドさんが美人で歌も上手く、島唄を三線にのせて歌ってくださいました。
・鍾乳洞は結構広くて見応えありました。
・川平湾ではオプションのグラスボートを体験、操縦する方がガイドもされていて説明を聞きながら進みます。写真は珊瑚しか写ってないですが、色とりどり、大きさも様々な魚群、クマノミもいて、じっくりと観察ができました。
・昼食は石垣牛のハンバーグランチセットで、ハンバーグは市販のと違い、お肉をしっかり感じるものでした。
・玉取崎展望台は360度見渡す限りの絶景を心ゆくまで堪能できました。

最終日に利用すると最後に空港で下車できます。
リムジンバスなのでスーツケース持参で参加可能。
欲を言えば、やいま村、リスザルと触れ合う、などもコースに入ってあと1時間くらい長いといいな、と思いました。

I participated in the long-awaited Blue Cave tour! Luckily, I was able to swim with sea turtles, which became a lifelong memory. The blueness of the cave was stunning, and colorful tropical fish swam right in front of me, making it feel like a natural aquarium. It was the best experience, and I am very satisfied!

念願の青の洞窟ツアーに参加しました！運良くウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことができて、一生の思い出になりました。洞窟の青さもさることながら、カラフルな熱帯魚が目の前をたくさん泳いでいて、まるで天然の水族館のよう。最高の体験ができて大満足です！

This was my first time participating, and I felt truly cared for from start to finish, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. I learned a lot about the ocean, making it a special experience that was more than just swimming. They took many photos and videos, creating memories that will last a lifetime. I definitely want to participate again!

初めて参加しましたが、最初から最後まで本当に丁寧に対応していただき安心して楽しめました。海の知識もたくさん教えてもらえて、ただ泳ぐだけじゃない特別な体験になりました。写真や動画もたくさん撮っていただき、一生の思い出です。また絶対参加したいです！

I was quite worried about the bad weather in the morning, but by the afternoon, it cleared up and in front of me was the blue sea 💙🏝️. The underwater world was surrounded by coral, and I saw sea turtles, Nemo, blue and pink fish, sea snakes, small sharks, and even an octopus 🐢✨🐠🦈🐙!! I was able to swim a lot and see so many things; it was an incredibly fun and amazing experience on the tour 🎵. I definitely want to participate again 😊.

朝お天気が悪くかなり心配でしたが、午後には晴れて目の前にはブルーの海💙🏝️
海の中は珊瑚に囲まれウミガメもニモもブルーとピンクの魚もウミヘビも小さなサメも、なんとタコも🐢✨🐠🦈🐙！！
たくさん泳げてたくさん見れてめちゃ楽しく最高の体験をさせて頂けるツアーでした🎵是非また参加したいです😊