All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

On the third day of our Ishigaki trip, we had an experience with the Iriomote Nature School. When we saw the destination, the Pinaisara Falls, from the starting point, we were a bit surprised, thinking, "Wait, we have to go all the way there?!" But once we started, it turned out to be quite fun.

We were on a private family tour, but we ended up merging with a group tour along the way. By the time we reached the trekking starting point after getting off the canoe, there were canoes everywhere! It seemed like the people who had already arrived were heading towards the falls, so we got ready to start as well.

After a challenging 15 to 20-minute trek, we finally reached the base of the falls. Seeing the breathtaking view of the waterfall made us forget the fatigue from the sweaty walk, and we dove into the pool below. It was incredibly fun!

We then retraced our steps back and took the canoe to return. Our guide, Mr. Iwamoto, was quite natural and knowledgeable, providing detailed explanations about the mangroves along the way, as well as information about the lizards and flowers we encountered during the trek. It was a fantastic tour.

After returning to the office, we were treated to a complimentary drink of shikuwasa juice or blue Hawaii shaved ice. Since it was around lunchtime, we ordered Yaeyama soba, and the clear soup version of Yaeyama soba here was exquisite! I would love to join this tour again if I have the chance.

石垣旅行の３日目に体験☀️
今回、西表自然学校さんにお世話になりました。
スタート地点から目的のピナイサーラの滝を見たときは、えっ？あそこまで行くの！と少しビックリ‼️
でもスタートするとこれが案外面白い(^-^)
私たちは家族だけのツアーでしたが、途中団体ツアーさんとも合流状態となり、カヌーを降りてトレッキングスタート地点ではもうカヌーだらけ！
到着していた人達はすでに滝に向かってるようで私達もいざスタート！
なかなか険しい道のりを進むこと15分か20分いくと滝壺に到着。滝の絶景を目の当たりにすると、汗だくで歩いてきた疲れも忘れ、滝壺にダイブ
これが最高に楽しかった
またきた道のりを戻り、カヌーに乗って戻るというツアーでした。
担当してくださったイワモトさんも天然そうな人でしたが、とても詳しくガイドをしてくださり、
道中のマングローブの説明、トレッキング途中のトカゲや花などの説明もしっかりしてくださり、とても良いツアーでした。
その後、事務所に戻るとサービスでシークワーサージュースかブルーハワイのかき氷まで頂きました。
ちょっどお昼だったこともあり、こちらではカフェもしておられたので八重山そばを注文しましたが、こちらの透明のスープの八重山そばが絶品‼️
また機会があればツアー参加したいと思います。

I was able to see the coconut crab not just from a distance, but the staff caught one and showed it to us, allowing us to see it up close, more than I had imagined. Although the weather was bad and we couldn't see a starry sky, the staff persevered until the last moment, and we were able to see many stars peeking through the clouds. I'm grateful for that.

ヤシガニは見るだけじゃなく、スタッフさんが捕まえて見せてくれたので、想像以上に近くで見られました。天候が悪く満天の星空は見れませんでしたが、ギリギリまでスタッフさんが粘ってくださり、雲の合間からたくさんの星が見れました。感謝です。

The instructor who guided the snorkeling tour at Tokashiku Beach was kind and very good!

とかしくビーチでシュノーケルツアーをしてくださったインストラクターさんが優しくてとても良かったです！！

Thank you for letting us know that the parking lot gets crowded the day before the experience, so we arrived an hour early! The staff were very kind, taking lots of photos with the sea turtles and sharing many recommended spots in Miyako Island, making our trip a lot of fun.

体験前日に駐車場が混むので1時間前には来てください！とご連絡をくださり助かりました！
ウミガメとの写真もたくさん撮ってくれたり、宮古島のおすすめスポットもたくさん教えてくださってとても親切なお兄さんたちで楽しい旅行になりました

I participated with two friends from university! The weather was great on the day, and we were able to see the beautiful Kabira Bay. It was everyone's first time paddleboarding, but a muscular and funny guy kindly taught us, and we had a lot of fun! It became the best memory to be able to glide over one of Japan's top waters!

大学同期3人で参加しました！当日は天気が良くてすごく綺麗な川平湾を見ることができました。サップは全員初めてでしたが、マッチョで面白いお兄さんが優しく教えてくれて、すごく楽しむことができました！日本有数の水の上を渡ることができて最高の思い出になりました！

The Pinay Sara Falls are truly amazing, and the guide was kind, making it an unforgettable trip! I was worried since I brought small children, but there were no problems at all. I would love to participate again if I have the chance!

ピナイサーラの滝は本当にすばらしく、ガイドさんも親切で忘れられない旅になりました！小さい子供を連れていったので心配でしたが、全く問題ありませんでした。また機会があったらぜひ参加したいです！

It was my first time snorkeling, but thanks to the thorough explanation, I was able to enjoy it without any issues! I also got to see three sea turtles! The photos were taken beautifully, so I am very satisfied. The after-service was exceptional, and they also recommended great spots in Miyako Island, making it a wonderful experience! Thank you very much!

初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、丁寧な説明のおかげで無事楽しめることができました！そして無事ウミガメを3匹も見ることができました！写真もとても綺麗に撮ってくださったのでとても満足です。アフターサービスも至れり尽くせりで宮古島のオススメスポットとも教えてくれたので素晴らしい体験になりました！ありがとうございました！

We participated as a family of three (with a 9-year-old son) and had a truly wonderful time.

I did the "Night Kayak" ten years ago when I visited Iriomote Island, and I couldn't forget the breathtaking starry sky I saw then. I had always wanted to do it again, and this time, I was overjoyed to be able to share it with my grown son.

We set off before it got dark, and it was a luxurious experience to savor the passage of time as each star appeared one by one.

The guide's explanations about the mangroves and constellations were also great.

We were able to enjoy the darkness and tranquility that you can't experience in the city.

The sounds of owls, the shadows of bats flying right in front of us, and the sparkling light of the bioluminescent plankton were all impressive.

家族3人（子供は9歳男子）で参加し、大変すばらしい時間を過ごせました。

「ナイトカヤック」は10年前に西表島に来たときにして、そのときに見た星空の感動が忘れられず、是非またと思っていましたが、今回は大きくなった息子と一緒にできて感無量です。

暗くなる前に出発し、一つ一つ星が現れてくる時間の経過を味わえる贅沢な時間でした。

ガイドさんのマングローブや星座の解説も良かったです。

都会では味わえない暗闇と静けさを堪能できました。

フクロウの鳴き声や目の前を飛ぶ蝙蝠の影、夜光虫のきらきらした光が印象的でした。

I participated with my elementary school daughter. We received a kind message suggesting that we arrive early due to the crowded parking lot, which allowed us to get there smoothly.

The tour content was truly excellent. They were very kind and attentive to the little ones, and we were able to follow along comfortably while seeing many fish on the way to the spot with the sea turtles.

We were able to see the sea turtles perfectly, and they took many photos for us, creating wonderful memories. Personally, I think it was a great deal to have all the goods, photos, and peace of mind included for this price.

小学生の娘と2人で参加しました。
集合場所の駐車場が混み合うから早めに来た方が良いですなどの親切な連絡があり早く行ってスムーズに行けました。

ツアーの内容は本当にとても良かったです。
小さい子にもとても優しく丁寧に接してくれて、ウミガメのいるスポットまでも沢山の魚を見ながら安心して着いていけました。

ウミガメもばっちり会えましたし、写真も沢山撮ってくださってとても良い思い出になりました。
個人的にこのお値段でグッズ、写真、安心全て含まれてとてもお得だと思いました。

I went on a tour with my brother and two others.

We swam to a point where we could see sea turtles, and they guided us while being mindful of seasickness and our stamina.

They took many photos with the sea turtles and kindly shared interesting facts about Miyako Island, as well as recommended shops!

Since we were around the same age, I was able to enjoy the tour a lot! If there's another opportunity, I would love to join again!☆

お兄さんと3人でツアーを行いました。

ウミガメが見えるポイントまで泳ぎましたが、
波酔いや体力を気にかけながら案内をしてくれました。

ウミガメとの写真を沢山撮ってくださったり
宮古島の豆知識や、オススメのお店なども教えていただき、親切にしていただきました！！

歳も近かったので、楽しくツアーに参加することができました！
また機会があればよろしくお願いします☆

Prior to our visit, we received information about the parking situation, which helped us gather smoothly. A very kind staff member taught my child with great patience, which was a huge help! At first, both my child and I were nervous, but we were pulled along with a float, and we got to see many cute tropical fish and several sea turtles. I'm really glad we booked here! We also received a lot of photos in digital format! Thank you very much!

事前に、駐車場の混み具合の連絡をいただき、順調に集合。
とても優しいお兄さんが子供にも優しく教えてくれて、大変助かりました！
最初はドキドキで私も子供も不安でしたが、浮き輪で引っ張ってくれて、可愛い熱帯魚たちと、海亀に何匹も会えました^ ^
本当にこちらで申し込んでよかったです！
写真もデータでたくさんいただきました！！
ありがとうございました！

I participated with my 9-year-old and 5-year-old children. It was their first time doing serious snorkeling on a boat, and they were a bit nervous at first. However, by the middle of the first spot, they really got into it and enjoyed themselves until the end.

Of course, the program was amazing, as we got to see a large manta ray (which was much more impressive than I expected) and swim with fish in the beautiful coral sea of Kabira Bay. Additionally, the staff were very friendly and accommodating, as one of them was a mother of a child around the same age as mine, which made the overall experience feel very homey and welcoming. I highly recommend it.

9歳、5歳の子供と参加しました。
子供は船に乗って出かけるような本格的なシュノーケリングははじめてで、初めは緊張気味でしたが、1スポット目の途中あたりからスイッチが入り、最後まで楽しんでいました。
大きなマンタを見れたり（思っていたよりはるかに迫力あり）、川平湾の珊瑚の美しい海で魚と泳げた、というプログラムの素晴らしさももちろんですが、スタッフの方は同い年くらいのお子さんのお母さんで小さい子供の応対にも慣れ、全体的にとてもアットホームで親切な対応で感謝しています。おすすめします。

After arriving at Tokashiki Island, you will be transported by the hotel shuttle. Unlike Awa Island Beach, there are no buses running, so it is relatively quiet. There are no convenience stores, only the hotel shop (there are some days with food trucks). It seems that taxis are currently not in service. It's a lovely beach with a private beach vibe where you might encounter sea turtles.

渡嘉敷島に着いてからホテルの送迎車での移動となります。
阿波連ビーチと違ってバスも運行されていないので比較的空いてます。
コンビニ等はなくホテルの売店のみになります。(キッチンカーもある日あり)
タクシーは現在営業してないそうです。プライベートビーチ風でウミガメにも出会えるかもの素敵なビーチです。

The hotel provides shuttle service, which is convenient.
It's a relatively large boat, so there is little rocking, but it's better to take motion sickness medication.
I was able to see beautiful coral reefs, and I was glad that I could spot a sea turtle on the optional sea turtle exploration tour.
Since it's a half-day course, I think it's an activity that's easy for those who aren't very confident in their physical strength to participate in. Thank you very much! 😊

ホテルからの送迎ありなので便利。
比較的大きな船で揺れは少ないですが、酔い止めは服用したほうが良いです。
綺麗なサンゴ礁が観れてオプションのウミガメ探索ツアーもなんとかウミガメさんを見ることが出来でよかったです。
半日コースなので体力に自信のない方にも参加しやすいアクティビティだと思います。有難うございました(^^)/。

We participated with two children (ages 6 and 4) and two parents. We had a great time on the boat, which accommodated all four of us! The location, Imugya Marine Garden, was provided to us the day before, and we were able to see many small fish, which made the kids very excited. The drone photography was done skillfully, creating wonderful memories. Above all, the staff were amazing. They were polite and very pleasant, which was fantastic. Thank you!

子供2人（6歳4歳）と親2人で参加しました。
1艘のボートに4人乗れてわいわい楽しめました！
開催地は前日に案内いただいたのですが（イムギャーマリンガーデン）小さいお魚もたくさん見れて、子供たちも大はしゃぎでした。
ドローン撮影も上手にしていただき、良い思い出になりました。
そして何よりスタッフの方たち最高です。
丁寧だし、とても感じが良くて素晴らしかったです。
ありがとうございました！

I tried sea kayaking for the first time, and it was incredibly beautiful and so much fun! I'm definitely considering participating again next time!

初めてシーカヤックをやったけど。めちゃくちゃ綺麗でめちゃくちゃ楽しかったぞ〜。
これは次回も参加する可能性大！

I participated on August 14 (Monday). The blue sky, the blue of the sea, the coral reefs, the many fish, the view of the islands from the boat, and the staff were all amazing. I created wonderful memories. The friendly atmosphere with the other participants was also very nice. My spouse and I participated, and we still look at the photos together and relish the memories. If we have the chance to go to Okinawa again, I definitely want to participate. I'm looking forward to it even more. Thank you very much to all the staff.

8月14日(月)に参加させてもらいました。青空、海の青さ、サンゴ群生、多くの魚、船から見る島の景色、そしてスタッフの皆さん、すべて最高でした。素晴らしい思い出が出来ました。一緒に参加した方たちとの和気あいあいとした雰囲気もとても良かったです。夫婦で参加させてもらい、今でも二人で写真を見て余韻にひたってます。また沖縄に行くことがあれば是非参加したいと思っています。また楽しみが増えました。スタッフの皆さん、本当にありがとうございました。

It was amazing to have various experiences while enjoying the breathtaking views. The instructor's explanations were humorous and very entertaining. I felt safe and was able to enjoy myself without worry.

絶景を見ながら色々な体験ができ、最高でした。インストラクターの方の解説がユーモアがあってとても面白く楽しめました。安全にも配慮されていて安心して楽しめました。

Unfortunately, I couldn't go to the beach I intended to visit because I arrived right after the typhoon, but I believe this would normally be an amazing tour. The staff were all very kind, which was great.

I definitely want to try again.

Thank you very much.

台風直撃後に訪れたので、残念なことに目的のビーチには行けませんでしたが、これが通常であれば、ものすごく素敵なツアーであることは間違いないと思います。
スタッフの方も皆親切で、よかったです。

また、ぜひリベンジしたいと思います。

ありがとうございました。

I was initially skeptical about whether we would really see sea turtles, but we were able to see them up close! My 8-year-old son was scared to swim in the ocean, and I was worried about whether we could set off, but the staff matched our pace and were very kind! In the end, he was taken out on a float, and while holding onto the float, he was able to put his face in the water and see the sea turtles up close, which made him very satisfied!

Perhaps because we were on the float, we couldn't take great photos, but they took many pictures until we got some beautiful ones, and after the tour, they sent us a large number of photos! As parents, we were also able to see many beautiful fish like sea turtles, coral reefs, and clownfish up close, and we are extremely satisfied! We created the best memories! Thank you so much!

本当にウミガメが見れるのか、疑心暗鬼でしたが間近で見ることができました！
8歳の息子が海を泳ぐのを怖がり、出発できるのか不安な中、スタッフの方がペースを合わせて、とても親切な対応をしていただきました！結局、浮輪に乗って連れて行ってもらいましたが
最後は浮輪に捕まりながら、顔だけ海につけて、間近でウミガメを見ることができ、大満足していました！
浮輪に乗っているためか、上手く写真が撮れなかったようですが、綺麗な写真が撮れるまで何度も撮影いただき、またツアー終了後には大量を写真を送っていただきました！
親もウミガメや珊瑚礁、クマノミなどの綺麗な魚を沢山間近で見ることができ、大大大満足です！最高の思い出ができました！本当にありがとうございました！

I had a valuable experience on my first diving trip. I was also able to take wonderful photos, and I am very satisfied.

初めてのダイビングで貴重な体験ができました。
素敵な写真も撮っていただけて、大変満足しております。

We participated as two families. The instructor's talk was enjoyable, and the rain that had been falling until just before stopped, allowing us to see the sunset. It seems that this trip left the biggest impression on the children. Thank you very much! I would like to participate again if there is another opportunity.

2家族で参加しました。インストラクターさんの話も楽しく、寸前まで降っていた雨も止んで、サンセットも見ることが出来ました。子どもたちはこの旅行で１番思い出に残ったようです。ありがとうございました！また機会があれば参加したいです。

I went in a swimsuit since I knew I would get wet. It turned out to be the right choice because I got soaked more than I expected. I think my poor paddling skills contributed to my lower body being completely drenched.

I was able to have the tour filmed with a drone, and at the end of the tour, I received the videos and photos instantly via AirDrop. I was really happy with all the great pictures.

From the clear kayak, I could see fish and coral, and since it was a calm day, we ventured a little out into the sea beyond the bridge and even met a clownfish. Each group had an instructor with us, so even though I was inexperienced and couldn't paddle well at all, I felt safe the whole time. The staff were all really kind, and I had a wonderful time. Thank you! I highly recommend this tour.

濡れても良い服という事で水着で行きました。思った以上にびしょびしょになったので正解でした。漕ぐのが下手なのもあったのか、下半身は完全にずぶ濡れでした。

ドローンで撮影していただけて、ツアーの終わりにエアドロですぐに動画や写真を受け取れました。いい写真ばかりで、嬉しかったです。

クリアカヤックからは魚も珊瑚も見られて、波が穏やかな日だったので少しだけ橋の外の海にも出て、カクレクマノミにも会えました。1グループに1人インストラクターの方がついてくださるので、未経験でカヤックは全然うまく進めませんでしたが安心して過ごせました。スタッフの方が皆さん本当に優しくて楽しい時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました！めちゃくちゃおすすめのツアーです。

On a calm night at the new moon, I was able to see the Milky Way and listen to stories about the stars along with a live performance of the sanshin. It was truly a wonderful cruise. The sea breeze was pleasant, and the lights of Ishigaki Island viewed from the water were beautiful. As we ventured further out, the pitch-black night sky was stunning, and the number of stars felt abundant. Coming from Kansai, I was also moved to see the North Star at such a low position! I hope to visit again during the time when the Southern Cross is visible.

新月の穏やかな夜の海で、天の川が観られ、星の話や三線の生演奏も聴かせてもらい、本当に素敵なクルーズでした。潮風も心地よく、海から見る石垣島の灯りも美しかったです。沖へ出るほどに漆黒の夜空が観られ、星の数が多く感じられました。関西から来たので、北極星が低い位置にあったのも感動しました！いつか南十字星が観える時期に来たいです。

I'm glad I received the notification about the time change the day before (since it coincided with low tide).

Also, the instructor was very kind and attentive.

It was a truly precious and mystical experience to see sea turtles in their natural habitat!

We took a lot of photos, and I believe it has become a lifelong memory for my child.

I really recommend this!

前日に時間変更（干潮の時間と重なってしまうため）の連絡をいただいて良かったです。

また、インストラクターの方もとても親切で丁寧でした。

自然のウミガメを見れるなんて、とても貴重で神秘的な体験をさせていただきました！

写真もたくさん撮っていただき、子供にとっては一生の想い出になったと思います。

これはホントにオススメです！

There wasn't a single cloud in the sky, and without any moonlight, it was my first time seeing the Milky Way with the naked eye like this. The older sister's explanation was easy to understand and was the best!

雲ひとつなく、月明かりもなく、こんなに天の川が肉眼で観れたのははじめてです。お姉さんのお話も解りやすくて最高でした‼️

The sister was amazing! I had a lot of fun talking! The stars were incredibly beautiful, and I want to come back to Ishigaki Island to see the stars again. I wanted to make a reservation for the next day, but it was fully booked, so that's a shame... Next time I come, I will make a reservation early and want to talk with the sister again!

お姉さん最高！たくさん話せて楽しかった！
星がめっちゃきれいで、星を見にまた石垣島に来たいです。次の日も予約したかったけど満席だったから残念…次来る時は早めに予約して、またお姉さんとお話ししたいです！

The beautiful sea was amazing. I was able to enjoy more free time than I expected and even visit places I hadn't planned on. The meals were delicious and I could adjust the portions to my liking. During the day, I enjoyed the lively beach, and in the evening, I was able to relax in peace, making for a day that was never boring.

In snorkeling, I was able to see not only sea turtles but also various corals and tropical fish. The instructor was kind and taught us a lot about not just snorkeling but also marine life, which was truly enjoyable. I was very satisfied because I didn't expect to see wild sea turtles.

If I had to say something, I was a bit anxious that I didn't know the details of the schedule until just before, but since it was a tour, I could just go with the flow and enjoy without any worries.

綺麗な海、最高でした
自由時間も思ったよりゆっくりとれて、予定していなかった場所まで観光することができました
食事も好きな量で調節できて美味しかったです
昼間は賑やかな浜辺を、夕方の時間は静かにのんびりと過ごすことができ、１日いて飽きずに楽しめました
シュノーケリングは海ガメだけでなく、さまざまな珊瑚や熱帯魚を見ることができました
インストラクターの方も親切でシュノーケルについてだけでなく海の生き物についてもいろいろと教えて下さり、本当に楽しかったです
野生の海ガメに会えると思っていなかったので、大満足です

強いて言えば、直前まで日程の詳細が分からなかったことが少し不安でしたが、ツアーなので流れに身を任せて何の心配もなく楽しむことができました

I received polite service and had a very enjoyable experience. It was great to see the mangroves and the creatures of Okinawa. Also, kayaking was a bit challenging because it requires good coordination between the front and back paddlers to move as intended, but I had fun.

丁寧に対応して頂き、とても楽しい経験が、出来ました。
マングローブや沖縄の生き物も見れたので良かったです。
またカヤックは前後の息が合っていないとなかなか思い通りに進まないので難しかったですか、楽しめました。

I was wondering if I would be able to see sea turtles, and as soon as I entered the water, I was able to see them right away! It was amazing to see so many sea turtles! Thank you very much!

海ガメにあえるかなぁ？と思いながら、出発！海に入るとなんとすぐに会えて！たくさんの海ガメにあえて最高でした！ありがとうございました！