All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

There were various similar admission passes, but this was the best deal that included the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. However, for the other facilities listed as options, you will need to exchange your admission tickets, so you will have to wait in line.

似た入館パスはイロイロありましたが、美ら海水族館付きのお得なパスはこれでした。
ただし、選択肢にあるほかの施設は、入館チケットを引き換える必要があるため行列に並ぶ必要があります。

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

We gathered at the bus terminal near the remote island bus terminal in the morning, and the guide shared a lot of interesting information during the ride, which was very helpful. We will return to the bus terminal after 2 PM, so if the weather and our stamina allow, we can visit nearby islands like Kohama Island. It's great because many of the sightseeing spots are difficult to access without a car.

朝に離島バスターミナル近くのバスターミナルに集合、ガイドが車中も色々話をしてくれてとても参考になります。14時過ぎにはバスターミナルに戻るので体力と天候が許せば小浜島など離島への観光、移動ができます。車が運転できないと観光しづらいところばかりなのでありがたいです。

The weather was favorable, and everything went as planned. Lunch was delicious, and we were taken to the airport on time. The guide was great as well. Ishigaki has become a wonderful memory.

お天気にも恵まれ、何もかも予定どおり。昼食もおいしく時間通りに空港まで送っていただきました。
ガイドさんもよかったです。
石垣、良い思い出となりました。

I experienced canoeing and snorkeling in the Blue Cave for the first time! With thorough instructions, even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. During the experience, we received detailed explanations about the mangroves and an introduction to the Blue Cave, making it a unique way to enjoy the tour!

What stood out to me the most during this tour was the extensive introduction to Ishigaki while we were on the bus! It became a great reference for my future travels, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling trip to Ishigaki! Thank you 😊

カヌーと青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングを初めて体験しました！丁寧なレクチャーで初心者でも安心して楽しむことができました。体験の中ではマングローブの説明や青の洞窟の紹介など詳しくして頂き、ツアーだからこその楽しみ方ができました！
特にこのツアーで印象に残っていることは、移動中のバスの中で石垣の紹介を沢山していただいたことです！今後の旅の参考になり、とても充実した石垣旅行になりました！ありがとうございます😊

The main Churaumi Aquarium was impressive! There were many other highlights as well. Additionally, the tour guide (bus) was attentive and made the experience feel less tiring. If I had to mention something, it took about 4 hours round trip for passenger pickups, which was a bit hard on my back, but considering the cost performance, it might be within an acceptable range.

メインの美ら海水族館には感動！その他見どころも多っかたです。加えて観光ガイド（バス）が丁寧で疲れを感じさせなかった。しいて言えば乗客のピックアップで往復で約4時間要したので腰にきましたが,コスパを思うと許容範囲かも。

I participated in the same VELTRA bus tour in Miyako Island three days before this tour. At that time, it was a longer tour, but perhaps because I had a good impression from that experience, I enjoyed this one as well.

同じVELTRAさんの宮古島バスツアーにこのツアーの３日前に参加しました。その時はもっと長いツアーだったけど、その時の印象が良かったせいか、これも勿論楽しめましたけど、って所ですかね。

I had planned to go to the Blue Cave, but due to the wind, we went to a different beach. The owner of the restaurant we went to afterward also said, "That beach is beautiful." ☺️✨ It was my first time snorkeling, and it had been a while since I swam, but I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. It seems that the morning group even saw manta rays! Not only during snorkeling, but also during the car ride to and from, I was impressed by how they shared recommendations for shops and plans for the next day while having fun conversations. 🚗 Thank you, Diego!

青の洞窟に行く予定でしたが、風の影響で別のビーチへ。その後行ったご飯屋さんの店主さんも、「あのビーチは綺麗だよ」と言っていました☺️✨️初めてのシュノーケリング、泳ぐのも久しぶりでしたが、安心して楽しむことができました。午前中のグループはマンタも見られたみたいです！シュノーケリングだけでなく、行き帰りの車でも、おすすめのお店や次の日のプランなど楽しくお喋りしながら教えて頂いたのが印象に残っています🚗JDことジエゴさん、ありがとうございました！！

This time, I challenged myself to diving for the first time in 35 years as a celebration of my 60th birthday. The weather wasn't great, and the boat was rocking, which made me quite anxious, but thanks to the staff's quick guidance and instructions, I was able to dive safely. Amid the excitement and nervousness, I truly enjoyed swimming in the beautiful ocean after such a long time. I had a wonderful experience touching the clownfish playing among the sea anemones. Thank you very much.

今回還暦の記念に35年ぶりのダイビングを挑戦しました。天候もあまり良くなく、船も揺れて、いろんな不安もありましたが、スタッフの方々のテキパキとした誘導や指示より安全に行うことができました。ドキドキワクワクの中、ほんとに久しぶりに海の中の素敵な遊泳を楽しむことができました。
イソギンチャクの中で遊んでいるクマノミに触れたりと素敵な経験ができました。ありがとうございました。

Thank you very much for today! Kakeru, who was in charge, guided us with great care! Thank you for the careful driving!

Regarding the Yufujima tour, the movement of the water buffalo was incredibly cute, and we were able to listen to wonderful folk songs. We also received recommendations for places to visit on Yufujima, allowing us to explore efficiently!

As for the canoe experience, although we were all beginners, Kakeru kindly and patiently taught us, and everyone was able to participate without falling in! While trying not to drop our smartphones, we were able to take many wonderful photos, which we are very grateful for!

Although it was a short time, we had a very enjoyable experience! Thank you.

本日はありがとうございました！
担当していただいた、かけるさんが丁寧にガイドしてくれました！丁寧な運転でありがとうございました！

由布島観光について、水牛の移動がとにかく可愛く素敵な民謡も聴くことができました、
また、由布島のおすすめ場所も伺い、効率的に回ることができました！


カヌー体験に関しても、初心者だらけでしたが、かけるさんに親切・丁寧に教えていただき、皆が落ちずに体験することができました！スマホを落ち込まないながらも、素敵な写真もいっぱい撮影していただき、非常にありがたいです！

短い間でしたが、非常に楽しか過ごせました！ありがとうございます。

Unfortunately, the Blue Cave was closed due to the weather. It was also cold with low temperatures. If possible, since it was due to the weather, I would have liked the option to cancel if we couldn't go to the Blue Cave.

あいにくの天気で、青の洞窟は封鎖されていました。気温も低く寒かったです。
できれば、天候によるものなのでしょぅないですが青の洞窟に行けない場合は、キャンセル可能にしてほしかった。

The aquarium at Kaiyukan is probably more impressive. The dolphin show was really fun, synchronized with the music! The kids also got to experience feeding the animals, which was a great experience.

水族館は海遊館のが迫力があるかな
イルカショーは音楽に合わせてすごく楽しかった！
子供たちに餌やり体験もさせれて、いい体験になりました。

Due to strong winds, we had to change our plans and enjoyed canoeing in the mangroves of Miyara River! It felt amazing, so much so that we didn't even mind the rain! Of course, seeing the mangroves and having fun canoeing was great, but what made it even better was our guide, who kept the atmosphere lively and enjoyable throughout the trip. They also introduced us to some delicious places to eat, which was very helpful! Thank you very much. I hope to meet a Kijimunar someday!

強風でプラン変更となり、宮良川のマングローブでカヌーを楽しませてもらいました！
雨なんか気にならないくらいさいっこうに気持ち良かったです！！マングローブ見れたりカヌーが楽しかったのはもちろんですが、私たち含め3組いる中ガイドさんが道中含め楽しく盛り上げてくれたので楽しく過ごすことができました。美味しいお店なども紹介してくださり、とても助かりました…！
ありがとうございました。
いつかキジムナーに会えますように！

The weather was unfortunately bad, but it became a very nice memory. Macchan was very kind and attended to us. We were healed by nature. I recommend experiencing it! For lunch, the taco rice at Moriya is delicious.

生憎の天気でしたがとてもいい思い出となりました。
まっちゃんが優しくアテンドしてくれます
自然に癒されます
体験される事をオススメします！
お昼は杜屋のタコライスが美味しいですよ

I chose this option because I was considering ways to get to the Churaumi Aquarium without renting a car, and it allowed me to visit other spots as well. The bus guide shared a lot of information about Okinawa, making the trip enjoyable!

Since it was a weekday, there weren't many crowds, and my companion and I had plenty of time to explore each spot smoothly. If you have children, it might be a bit hectic and challenging.

While it may be difficult to see everything at the Churaumi Aquarium, it was sufficient to see the main attractions!

美ら海水族館へレンタカー以外で行く方法を検討している中で、他のスポットも回れるこちらを選びました。バスガイドさんが沖縄のことを色々教えてくれて、旅行が楽しいものになりました！
平日だったので、どこもそこまで混雑してなく、大人2人でサクサクと観光できるくらいどのスポットも時間は十分でした。
お子さんがいるともしかしたら慌ただしくて大変かもしれません。
美ら海水族館は、すべてを回るのは難しいかもしれませんが、主要スポットを見るには十分でした！

There are a good number of buses running, so it was nice to have a relaxed schedule. I was satisfied with being able to look at souvenirs while waiting for the bus.

バスがある程度の本数で出てるのでゆとりある工程が組めたのでよかった。バスを待つ時間でお土産を見たり、できて満足だった。

The weather was quite stormy with rain and wind for February 💦. However, I had such a fun time that I forgot about it 🥹💕. I experienced mangrove canoeing, where they carefully taught me how to operate the canoe, explained the plants, and I felt a sense of healing from nature, detoxifying both my mind and body 🫶🏼. For snorkeling, they chose a location less affected by the rain and wind, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience even for beginners 🐠. Thanks to that, I had a very enjoyable and fulfilling snorkeling experience, and I felt so happy ✨🤿. The staff who taught us were all very friendly and warm, making me want to come back again 😌✨.

天候は2月のため雨風が強い状況でした💦
でもそんなことを忘れるくらい楽しい時間を過ごせました🥹💕
マングローブカヌーを体験してカヌーの操作方法を丁寧に教えてくださったり、草木の説明や自然からの癒しを感じれて心も体もデトックスされました🫶🏼
シュノーケリングも雨風の影響を受けにくい場所を選び初心者の方でも安全に楽しめる場所を選んでくれました🐠
そのおかげでとても楽しく、充実したシュノーケリングを体験できて幸せでした✨🤿
教えてくださるスタッフの方が皆さんすごく気さくで温かくまた行きたいと思えました😌✨

We took a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Uehara Port on Iriomote Island, where we were welcomed by our guide, Macchan. It seems that ferries to Uehara Port are often canceled during this season (if canceled, there is a shuttle bus from Ohara Port), so we were lucky.

In the morning, we enjoyed a water buffalo cart tour of Yufu Island, and in the afternoon, we had a mangrove canoe tour. The experience of moving through the sea on a water buffalo cart was extraordinary and became a wonderful memory. On Yufu Island, we also had the chance to interact with the water buffalo and take commemorative photos!

During the afternoon mangrove canoe tour, we thoroughly enjoyed the mangroves along the Urauchi River for about an hour. We took many photos while canoeing, which also became a lovely memory!

Throughout the bus rides and canoeing, Macchan's explanations and conversations were entertaining, making for a fulfilling day! I think it was the best tour for beginners to Iriomote Island!!

石垣島から西表島の上原港へフェリーで向かい、ガイドのまっちゃんさんにお出迎えいただきました。このシーズンは上原港行きが欠航になることが多いらしく（欠航だと大原港からシャトルバス）ラッキーでした。
午前中は水牛車での由布島観光、午後はマングローブカヌーツアーを楽しみました。
水牛車で海の中を移動する経験は非日常感に溢れ、とても良い思い出になりました。由布島では水牛との触れ合い＋記念撮影もできました！
午後のマングローブカヌーでは、浦内川のマングローブを約１時間かけて堪能しました。
カヌー中の写真を沢山撮っていただき、こちらも素敵な思い出になりました！
バス移動中やカヌー中でも、ガイドのまっちゃんさんの解説・雑談が面白く、充実した1日になりました！
西表島ビギナーにとって最高のツアーだったと思います！！

During our 3-day, 2-night trip, we experienced snorkeling and SUP through Beltora! Miraculously, we were able to see a sea turtle while snorkeling, which was a very precious experience! Unfortunately, due to bad weather, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, so I want to take revenge on that next time I travel!

During the SUP in the mangroves, we were able to experience a mysterious world that we usually can't see. Also, the instructor took some great photos, which became wonderful memories.

I would like to rely on your services again next time!

2泊3日の中日にベルトラさん経由でシュノーケリングとSUPを体験させていただきました！シュノーケリングでは奇跡的にウミガメを見ることができ、とても貴重な体験ができました！天候が悪く、残念ながら青の洞窟には行けなかったので、また旅行に行った際にリベンジしたいです！
マングローブでのサップでは、普段見ることのできない不思議な世界を体験することができました。また、インストラクターの方が撮ってくれる写真がとても上手で、とてもいい思い出になりました。
次回いく際もお世話になりたいと思います！

It was very convenient to make a reservation in advance and pick it up directly at the airport. The pickup location was easy to find, so I was able to collect it without getting lost. Since it coincided with the Chinese Spring Festival, the ticket purchase area on the day was crowded, but I was happy that I could enter without waiting in line because I had purchased it in advance here. It was easy and inexpensive to buy, and I could enter directly on the day. It was very convenient, and I'm glad I used it!

事前に予約し、そのまま空港で受け取れるのでとても便利でした。
受取り場所もすぐに分かり、迷わず受け取る事が出来ます。
中国の春節と重なった事もあり、当日のチケット購入口は混雑していましたが、こちらで事前購入していたので、並ばず入れたのも嬉しかったです。
簡単に、しかも安く買えて、当日はそのまま入場。とても便利で、利用して良かったです！

I was able to efficiently and comfortably visit the attractions and sightseeing spots in Ishigaki Island. The bus guide and the driver were both friendly and kind.

石垣島の見どころや観光地等を、効率よく、安全・快適に巡ることができました。
バスガイドさんも、運転手の方も、感じよく親切に接してくれました。

In the morning, I participated in a stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) session, and in the afternoon, I joined a snorkeling experience. The day before had been rainy, but we were blessed with good weather on the day itself, allowing us to fully enjoy the great nature of Ishigaki.

During the mangrove SUP tour, we entered the mangroves and encountered various plants and creatures. The guide provided a lot of information about Ishigaki's natural environment, which was very educational.

On the snorkeling tour, I was thrilled to finally meet a sea turtle in the beautiful ocean and swim alongside it. It was an emotional experience.

My family of five had a completely satisfying experience, creating the best memories!

午前中はサップ、午後からはシュノーケル体験で参加しました。
前日までは雨続きでしたが、当日は天気にも恵まれ石垣の大自然を思う存分満喫できました。
マングローブサップツアーではマングローブの中に入って色々な植物や生物に出会い、ガイドさんも石垣の大自然の説明をたくさんしてくれてとても勉強になりました。
シュノーケルツアーではキレイな海の中で念願のウミガメに出会えて一緒に泳ぐことができて、感動でした。
家族5人大満足の体験ができていちばんの思い出ができました！

The guide was very attentive, and I was able to enjoy snorkeling while taking breaks and checking on everyone's condition, which made me feel at ease! It was a great memory to see a sea turtle as well. 🥹

I also appreciated how the guide shared a lot of recommendations for shops and information about Ishigaki Island on the way to the sea!

I would love to use this service again when I visit Ishigaki Island! (＾_＾)✨

ガイドさんが丁寧に案内してくださり、要所要所で休憩や体調確認も挟みながらシュノーケルができたので安心して楽しめました！ウミガメも見れていい思い出になりました🥹

海に向かう途中におすすめのお店や石垣島の情報をたくさん喋ってくれるのもありがたかったです！

また石垣島に遊びに行った際は利用させていただきたいです（＾_＾）✨

Had a blast with veltra . The aquarium and the lunch stop near the beautiful beach were the highlights! Guide was very nice too.

The location of the airport counter is easy to find, and it's comfortable because you don't have to wait in line to buy tickets for the aquarium! I'm glad I purchased them in advance.

空港カウンターの場所もわかりやすく、
水族館のチケットを購入する列に並ばなくて良いので快適です！
事前購入してよかったと思います。

I took a half-day course on a day trip from Ishigaki Island. In mid-February, the water temperature was still not very high, and it was rainy with slightly high waves, but I rented a wetsuit and didn't feel too cold. The water was very clear, and I was able to enjoy the corals and fish of Iriomote. The table corals were of an incredible scale that far exceeded my expectations. The tour led by Mr. Iwamoto, who knows the waters of Iriomote well, provided thorough explanations beforehand, allowing me to participate with peace of mind. I was very satisfied with the reasonable time allocation, guidance and care during snorkeling, the warm shower and swimsuit wringing after the tour, and the service of warm tea.

石垣島から日帰りで半日コースを利用しました。2月中旬で水温もまだ高くなく、雨天で波も少し高かったのですが、ウェットスーツをレンタルさせていただき、寒さはあまり感じませんでした。
透明度が高く、サンゴや西表の魚を堪能することができました。
テーブルサンゴは、想像をはるかに上回る素晴らしい規模でした。
西表の海を知り尽くした岩本さんのツアーで、事前説明もしっかり行なってくださり安心して参加できました。無理のない時間配分、シュノーケル中の誘導や気遣い、終了後の温かいシャワーや水着の脱水、温かいお茶のサービスなど、大変満足しています。

I particularly enjoyed the Churaumi Aquarium and American Village. Both places have large grounds, so I think I would have been more tired if I had been driving a rental car. It was nice to spend time on the bus while leisurely enjoying the scenery.

特に美ら海水族館、アメリカンビレッジを満喫できました。どちらの場所も広い敷地なのでレンタカーで運転していたらもっと疲れが出てたと思います。バス内はゆっくり景色を眺めながら過ごせたのが良かったです。

I participated in stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling in February. During the paddleboarding, they provided a detailed explanation about the mangroves, which was interesting. In snorkeling, I was able to take pictures with turtles and pufferfish. I also got to see colorful fish. The water was clear and very beautiful.

２月にサップとシュノーケリングに参加しました。サップではマングローブの説明などを丁寧にしていただき、面白かったです。シュノーケリングではカメやフグと写真を撮れました。色とりどりな魚も見ることができました。海の中は澄んでいてとても綺麗でした。

I wanted to go to the Churaumi Aquarium. I was able to buy tickets at a low price, and I could leisurely explore the spacious interior. I watched the dolphin show and had a great day of fun. I was very satisfied! Thank you!

行きたかった美ら海水族館。
安くチケットを買えて
広い館内ゆっくり回れて
イルカショー見て１日
遊べて大満足でした😛
ありがとうございました👍

Initially, we planned to rent a car and visit the tourist spots, but it was the right choice to go with a bus tour. I am grateful to the guide for their accurate explanations and to the driver for considering safety while driving.

当初レンタカーを借りて観光地を回ろうとしたが、バスツアーにして正解でした。
ガイドさんの的確な説明、安全を考慮して運転してくださったドライバーさんに感謝しております。