All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

I have visited Okinawa many times for sightseeing, but this time my husband and I participated to experience the Kerama Blue for the first time. The full-day snorkeling tour from Naha to Kerama was reasonably priced, and the staff were very friendly. We were able to visit three snorkeling and diving spots, all of which had excellent visibility and beautiful coral, unlike anything I had experienced before. On top of that, we even encountered a turtle. It was an unforgettable experience.

これまで何度も沖縄で観光をしてきましたが、今回初めて慶良間ブル〜を体験したくて夫婦で参加した。
丸まる１日楽しめる那覇発の慶良間シュノーケリングは、値段も手頃でスタッフさん達もとってもフレンドリー、シュノーケル&ダイビングのポイントを3箇所も巡ることができて、どこのポイントもとても透明度が高くサンゴもとても奇麗で、その規模はこれまで体験したことのないものでした。
そのうえカメさんにも遭遇させてもらいました。
この上ない体験をさせていただきました。

The starry sky was very beautiful, and I was able to see the Milky Way, Orihime, and Hikoboshi. I also saw shooting stars! From the car, I think I saw a Japanese scops owl? I was able to see a small owl three times, and there were fireflies flying around, and we even found firefly larvae. Additionally, the staff caught a habu snake and a coconut crab, making for a truly rare experience!

星空はとても綺麗で天の川や織姫、彦星も見れました。流れ星も見れましたよ！
車の中からはコノハズクでしたか？小さいフクロウが3度も見れましたし、蛍が飛んでいたり蛍の幼虫も見つけてくれました。
他にはスタッフがハブを捕まえたり、ヤシガニも捕まえてくれて本当に珍しい体験が出来ました！

There were a lot of fish.
The water was a bit cold, but wearing a wetsuit made it completely fine.
You should definitely try it before going to Churaumi.
The timing was just right too.

魚たくさんいました。
水はちょっと冷たかったですが、
ウェットスーツを着るので全く問題ないです。
美ら海いくよりも前に
ぜひ行ってみた方がいいです
時間もちょうど良かったです

During my stay in Ishigaki Island, the weather forecast predicted cloudy or rainy conditions, so I made a reservation in the afternoon after checking the situation. At the meeting point, the guide explained, "I think the chances of seeing the starry sky are quite low," and we set off.

On the jungle tour, the guide caught a small coconut crab for us to observe up close. We also encountered hermit crabs and other crabs. Other participants in the tour also discovered coconut crabs.

On the way back in the car, the guide found and caught a habu snake, allowing us to see it up close. I was amazed at how he found a habu in such a dark place.

While heading towards the city, we caught a glimpse of stars through a gap in the clouds, so we made a slight detour to enjoy stargazing. I was very happy about this since I had given up on seeing the stars.

During the car ride, the guide talked a lot and helped us spot various animals, so I never got bored. Overall, I had a very enjoyable time.

石垣島滞在中、天気予報は曇りか雨だったので様子を見つつ当日の午後に予約を入れました。
集合場所でガイドさんから『星空が見れる確率はかなり低いと思います』と説明があり、いざ出発。
ジャングルツアーでは小さいサイズのヤシガニをガイドさんが捕まえてくれて間近で観察。ヤドカリやカニにも出会えました。一緒にツアー参加した方もヤシガニを発見してました。
車に乗って戻る途中でガイドさんがハブを見つけ捕まえたので間近でハブを見ることができました。よくこんな暗いところでハブを見つけたな、と驚きでした。
市街地へ向かう途中で雲の隙間から星が見えてきたので、少し寄り道をして星空鑑賞もできました。星は見れないと諦めていたのでこれはとてもうれしかったです。
車で移動中はガイドさんがたくさん話をしてくれたりいろんな動物を見つけてくれたりしたので飽きることなく。全体を通してとても楽しい時間を過ごしました。

It seems that the tour content has been renewed. For me, it was my first time in northern Okinawa. The weather was slightly rainy. I was a bit anxious about walking in the forest, but it turned out to be more enjoyable than I had imagined!

We were picked up at 7:30 AM in front of the prefectural office and took a bus for about two hours to our first destination. The seating arrangement on the bus was spacious, and I felt that there was consideration for COVID-19 measures.

I believe the biggest attraction of this tour is the Daisekirinzan. We were given an hour and a half for free exploration, which was really fulfilling. Of course, walking in nature can be challenging due to roots and muddy areas. A distance of 1 km that could be walked in 15 minutes on flat ground took twice as long, as per the guide's advice. However, during the free exploration time, the guide provided markers at key points, giving us time estimates and knowledge, which allowed us to proceed with confidence.

And the scenery was beautiful. The light filtering through the trees, glimpses of the coastline, and distant islands created a sense of liberation that made me want to stretch up high.

As for the return trip, it depends on traffic conditions, but I think it's good to plan for around 6:30 PM. It was a day filled with wonderful memories.

リニューアルされたらしいツアー内容だったそうです。
私にとって、初の沖縄北部。若干小雨のコンディション。
森歩きに不安はありましたが、想像以上に楽しかったです！

朝7時半の県庁前からのピックアップでバスに乗り、
約2時間で最初の目的地までの道のり...
バスの中は、十分に余裕を持った席配置で、
コロナ対策への配慮がされていると感じました。

このツアーの一番の魅力は、大石林山だと思います。
今回、自由散策1時間半の時間をとってもらって、すごく満喫できました。
もちろん、自然の中を歩くので、根っこやぬかるみなど、歩きにくい。
平地なら15分で歩ける1Kmが、添乗員さんのアドバイス通り、倍の時間が掛かります。でも、自由散策時間でも、添乗員さんがポイントポイントで道標してくださって、時間の目安や知識を教えてくれたので、安心して行程を進むことができました。
そして、目に映る景色、光景が美しいこと。
木々の間から差し込む光や、垣間見える海岸、遠くに見える島など、思わず背伸びしてしまう解放感がここにありました。

帰りは渋滞具合によりますが、18:30くらいを目安に予定を立てれば良いと思います。
楽しい思い出ができた一日でした。

We were blessed with the best weather, making it truly an unforgettable and wonderful memory! The instructor was just the right distance in his approach, knowledgeable, and bright, making it a fun experience.

By chance, we were slightly out of sync with the other tour guests, allowing us to enjoy the river and beautiful scenery all to ourselves.

The scenery and air are simply the best. I felt that trekking in the peak of summer would be tough, so I’m glad I could experience it in this season!

最高なお天気に恵まれ、本当に忘れられない素晴らしい思い出になりました！インストラクターのお兄さんはちょうど良い距離感で接してくれて、知識も豊富で明るく楽しませていただきました。
たまたま他のツアー客の方々と微妙に時間がずれた為、川や美しい景色を独占できました。
とにかく景色、空気が最高です。真夏のトレッキングはキツそうだなと感じので、この季節に体験ができて、良かったです！

I went in the evening on the day I arrived in Okinawa! The staff provided a thorough explanation of how to paddle a kayak, and I was able to enjoy the experience very much. The personalities of the staff were also great, making this trip a wonderful memory!

沖縄到着日の夕方に行きました！
カヤックの漕ぎ方など丁寧にレクチャーしていただき、とても快く体験することが出来ました。スタッフのお兄さん達のお人柄も良くこの旅の最高の思い出になりました！

Unfortunately, the weather was not great. I couldn't see all the scenery I was supposed to, but I'm glad I participated in the only tour in the northern region. The participants were all different, but I think the guide's personality made it a fun tour. I also appreciated their flexibility in accommodating us.

As for souvenirs, most of them seemed better to eat on the spot, so it felt like I was constantly eating. But they were delicious, and thanks to that, I felt satisfied even with the poor scenery. The lunch was also tasty.

I can drive, but since the northern area is a bit far, I decided to join the tour, and I have no regrets. The regular price might be a bit high compared to other tours. If it's around ¥7000 to ¥8000, I would consider joining again.

あいにくの天気。全て見られるはずの景色は見られませんでしたが、北部唯一のツアー、参加して良かったです。参加者が変わった方ばかりでしたが..ガイドさんの人柄で楽しいツアーになったと思います。柔軟に対応しようしてたところもよかったです。

おみやげはどれもその場で食べた方がいい感じのものばかりだったので、ずーっと食べてる感じでした。でも美味しかったし、そのおかげで景色が悪くても満足感がありました。昼も美味しかった。

運転できるけど北部はちょっと遠いので参加したのですが後悔なしです。通常価格だと高いかなー。他のツアーに比べて。¥7000〜8000ならまた参加しようかなと思います。

My first dining experience.
At first, I struggled to breathe, but I quickly got used to it and enjoyed myself.
I was also moved to see the sea turtles up close.

初めてのダイニング。
最初は呼吸に苦労しましたが直ぐ慣れて楽しめました。
ウミガメも間近で見れて感動です。

I had never been north of Nago in Okinawa Main Island, and since the tour included attractions I had wanted to visit, such as Cape Hedo and the Oishi Forest, I signed up for it. The lunch was also luxurious and very delicious. I was able to experience feeding Kuu-chan, the Okinawa rail, and the content of the tour exceeded my expectations. I even received four types of small gifts as a little present. The guide was kind, making it the best day ever. Plus, it was part of the Go To program, so it was very affordable.

沖縄本島は名護より北には行った事が無く以前から行きたかった辺戸岬や大石林山等々の観光が含まれていたのでツアーに申し込みました。
昼食も豪華でとっても美味しかった。
ヤンバルクイナのくーちゃんの餌やりタイムにも遭遇出来思った以上にツアーの内容が良く、ちょっぴりプレゼントとしても4種類も頂きました。ガイドさんも親切な人で最高の1日でした。そしてGo To対象だったので凄く割安でした。

This tour covers several places that are difficult to visit alone, with a reasonable amount of time spent at each location. The meals were quite delicious, making for a highly satisfying experience.

The stunning views at the Great Stone Forest (it might be tough for very small children as it can be a bit steep), and the mangroves that you can walk through are definitely worth it. You can generally see what you expect. If you're lucky, you might even spot some wildlife, though I found it a bit scary (laughs).

*Make sure to wear comfortable clothing for walking. While you won't be walking for long periods, there are some quite rugged areas.*

一人では行きにくい場所をいくつも網羅してくれているツアーで各ツアーでの滞在時間もほどよく、食事もかなり美味しく相当満足感の高いツアーでした。

かなり絶景の大石林山(ちょっと険しいので小さすぎる子供は大変かも？)、歩いて見ることが出来るマングローブ、そう言うニーズあるんじゃないでしょうか、概ね想像通りのものが見れますよー。
野生動物も運が良ければ善きに悪きに目撃できます、私は少し怖かったけど(笑)

※必ず歩きやすい格好で行きましょう。
　長時間は歩かないですが結構険しい場所もあります

During my stay in Ishigaki Island, the weather was poor. As a result of the explanation I received over the phone about the possibility of seeing the starry sky and wildlife, I changed my reservation from the originally planned date. I appreciated that they considered the weather right up until the last minute before the tour started.

The tour was fantastic. I was very satisfied to see the coconut crab, the owl, and the land crab. Although I couldn't see the stars due to the cloudy sky, it was enjoyable to see fireflies that were out of season.

Including the phone support, all the staff were very pleasant. They were always polite and attentive. Their explanations about the wildlife were also well done, making it enjoyable to listen to them.

　石垣島に滞在期間、天候が不良でした。星空や生き物が見られる可能性をあらかじめ電話で説明していただいた結果、当初予定していた日から予約を変更しました。開始前ギリギリまで天候を考慮してもらえるので、ありがたかったです。

　ツアーは最高でした。ヤシガニ、コノハズク、オカガニなど見られて大満足です。曇り空のため星は見られませんでしたが、季節外れの蛍も見られて楽しかったです。

　電話対応含めて、スタッフの皆様とても感じが良かったです。都度、丁寧に対応していただきました。生き物の説明も上手にしてくれるので、お話を聞くのも楽しかったです。

Although we are in our mid-40s and not very active, we were able to safely and enjoyably participate until the end thanks to the constant attention of our guide, who helped us with unfamiliar trekking, canoe paddling techniques, and even the pace of our breaks.

It was a long-awaited canoe experience, and we were blessed with good weather. The enjoyable conversations with other participants and our guide, along with the delicious warm lunch, created wonderful memories.

The breeze felt on the canoe was very pleasant, making it a special experience.

運動不足の40代半ばの私達でしたが、慣れないトレッキングも、カヌーの漕ぎ方も、休憩のペースまで、ガイドの方が常に気を配ってくださったので、最後まで安全に、楽しく参加できました。
念願のカヌー体験でしたが、お天気にも恵まれ、他の参加者の方やガイドの方との楽しい会話も、温かいランチの味も、良い思い出になりました。
カヌーの上で感じる風は、とても心地良く、特別な体験でした。

The sea was cold, but we were able to go from the sea turtles to Pumpkin Hall. We quickly encountered the sea turtles, and the snorkeling afterward was very enjoyable. After that, we headed straight to Pumpkin Hall! We walked a lot, so we were tired, but thanks to the quick pace, there was no one inside, allowing us to enjoy it at our leisure. We received various explanations about both the sea turtles and Pumpkin Hall, which made it very easy to understand! Thanks to that, we finished around 12:30, so we were able to go sightseeing afterward. I would like to request this again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much! ^^

海が寒いということで、ウミガメ→パンプキンホールと続けて行ってくれました。ウミガメにもすぐ逢えて、その後のシュノーケリングもとても楽しかったです。その後はそのままパンプキンホールへ！いっぱい歩いたから疲れたけど、早かったおかげか、中に誰もいなくてゆっくりと楽しむことが出来ました。ウミガメもパンプキンホールも色々と説明をしてもらいながらなので、とても分かりやすかったです!
おかげで12時半くらいには終わったので、その後も観光に行けました♪
また機会あればお願いしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました^^

It was disappointing that we couldn't go to Palau Island and the caves because of the high waves. In the morning, we all had our first SUP experience as a family. Just when we got the hang of it, we fell into the river... that also became a fun memory. In the afternoon, we went canyoning, and our guide Diego was very knowledgeable, providing an interesting and enjoyable experience. We had a meaningful day and captured many great shots! I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

波が高くてパラス島&鍾乳洞には行けなかったのは残念でした。午前は家族みんなの希望で、初SUP体験。慣れた頃に川へドボン・・これも楽しい思い出になりました。午後はキャニオニング、ガイドのジエゴさんは知識が豊富で、おもしろ&楽しく案内して頂き、有意義な１日を過ごすことが出来ました。沢山のベストショットも最高‼️
機会があればまた訪れたいです。

On the day of the activity, due to the typhoon, the sea conditions were poor, and we couldn't do SUP or snorkeling at the planned locations. However, they chose a safe place to conduct the activities. The staff was very considerate, engaging with everyone during the activity and even in the shuttle, creating a friendly atmosphere. They also provided explanations about the nature and wildlife of Ishigaki Island during the activities, making for a fun and fulfilling day. It was great that they recommended various dining options as well.

当日は台風の影響で海況が悪く、SUPもシュノーケルも予定の場所ではできなかったのですが、安全な場所を選んで催行していただきました。
スタッフの方はとても気を遣ってくださり、アクティビティ中はもちろんのこと、送迎の車中から全員に話しかけて場を和ませてくれたり、アクティビティ中には、石垣島の自然や生き物の説明をしてくれたり、楽しく充実した1日になりました。
オススメの飲食店を色々教えていただけたのも良かったです。

I was asked about mangrove issues along the way, but it was so much fun that I completely forgot...
The service from Tenshin was very good.
Thank you!

途中でマングローブの問題を出されるが
楽しすぎて完璧に忘れてしまう。。。
天心さんの接客がとてもよかった
ありがとうございました！

Thank you for the very attentive guidance. I apologize for the inconvenience caused when my child fell asleep during the tour, but I appreciate your kind support.

とても丁寧なガイドありがとうございました。
途中で子どもが寝てしまいご迷惑をお掛けしてしまいましたが、優しくフォローして頂きました。

I had a great time exploring and encountering various animals, and the time flew by. The owl I got to see at the end was incredibly cute and moving. The guide shared many stories about the flora and fauna and also recommended other sightseeing spots, making it a fun trip. (I went!) Thank you very much.

色んな動物を探したり、あえたりしてとても楽しくてあっという間に時間が過ぎました。
最後にあえたふくろうがとても可愛くて感動しました、
ガイドの方が動植物について色んなお話を聞かせてくださったり他の観光スポットについてもオススメの場所を教えてくださって楽しい旅行になりました。(行ってきました！)ありがとうございました。

I was able to see a lot of creatures. Not only did I get to see them, but the guide also caught some for us, so we could actually touch and hold them. Additionally, we learned various interesting facts about the creatures, making the tour very fulfilling.

Throughout the search for creatures and during our travels, the guide shared many stories, so I was never bored and had a great time. The main focus was the jungle night tour, but we also got to see the starry sky and the night view of Ishigaki Island, and the guide provided explanations about the stars, which made me satisfied with the stargazing experience.

I couldn't see it myself, but I heard that if you have a lucky guide, they might catch a habu snake with their bare hands to show you, so those who got to see that must feel very lucky.

たくさんの生き物を見ることができました。
ただ生き物を見るだけではなく、ガイドのお兄さんが捕まえて下さったので実際に触ったり持ったりもできました。さらに、生き物に関する豆知識なども教えて頂き、とても充実したツアーを回ることができました。
また、生き物を探してる最中や移動中でも様々なお話を聞かせて下さったので終始退屈することなく楽しく過ごすことができました。
今回はジャングルナイトツアーがメインだったのですが、星空や石垣島の夜景も見れたり星の解説もして頂けたので星空鑑賞に関しても満足しました。
私は見ることができなかったのですが、当たりのお兄さんだとハブを素手で捕まえて見せてくれるらしいので、それを見れた方はラッキーだと思います。

It was disappointing that the sky was cloudy and we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful sea and the fish. The guide was kind, and I was able to experience the tour while listening to stories about Okinawa.

The kayaking, in particular, was great as we went far out and it felt wonderful.

Also, the pork shabu-shabu restaurant you recommended at the end was delicious! Thank you very much!

Next time, I will try again on a sunny day! ☆

曇空だったことと、青の洞窟に行けなかったことは残念でしたが、綺麗な海とお魚さんを楽しむことができました。
ガイドさんは優しく、沖縄話をしながら体験できました。
特にカヤックは遠くまで行けて、すごく気持ちよかったです。

あと、最後に教えていただいた豚しゃぶのお店、美味しかったです！ありがとうございました！

今度は晴れた日にまたリベンジしまーす☆

Initially, we were scheduled to go snorkeling at the Blue Cave, but we heard on the day of the event that we wouldn't be going in that direction due to the wind. I appreciated the suggestions for cancellations or rescheduling. Since our schedule was tight this time, we decided to go ahead as planned.

We enjoyed seeing the coral and fish. The life jackets and wetsuits were perfectly sized, so my wife, who isn't a strong swimmer, was able to enjoy herself without worry.

Afterward, there were showers available, which was great for warming up our chilled bodies.

We took a lot of photos, making it a tour that I can confidently say was enjoyable.

Our guide, Acchan, was cheerful and really great, which added to the experience.

当初の予定では、青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングでしたが、風の影響で洞窟方向へは行かないと当日現地で聞きました。
キャンセルや日程変更も提案していただきありがたかったです。
今回は予定が詰まっていた為、そのまま決行。
珊瑚や魚を、見て楽しみました。

ライフジャケット、ウェットスーツもバッチリサイズで、泳ぎが得意じゃない奥さんも、安心して楽しめました。

終了後は、シャワーもあるので、冷えた体には良かったです。

写真もたくさん撮っていただき、良かったと言えるツアーでした。

ガイドのあっちゃんも、明るくて良い子で本当に良かったです。

Unfortunately, due to the weather, the stargazing experience ended up being disappointing, but I was able to encounter many rare creatures that do not inhabit Honshu. Since it was winter, I was worried that there would be fewer animals, but that was not the case. I was able to see the Ryukyu Scops Owl, coconut crabs, hermit crabs, and even scorpions.

生憎の天気により、星空は残念な結果に終わってしまいましたが、本州には生息しない珍しい生き物にはたくさんお目にかかれました。冬場の参加であったため、生き物は少ないかなあと心配しておりましたがそんなことはなく、リュウキュウコノハズクやヤシガニ、オカヤドカリ、果てはサソリなんかも見ることができました。

The explanations were also very thorough. Next time, I want to go to Sunset and I would like to participate in a different tour as well. I will come again.

説明も丁寧な感じでよかったです
今度はサンセットで行きたいです違うツアーでも参加したいと思います
また来ます

I had a morning reservation, but considering the weather and sea conditions, the instructor suggested a time change! On top of that, the early morning sea was still empty, and I was the first to enjoy the cave! The instructor also taught me carefully, so I was able to relax and have fun even though I can't swim! Thank you very much! I would like to do it again.

早朝予約していましたが、天気や海の状況を加味してくれましてインストラクターさんから時間変更提案してくれました！その上で早朝の海はまだ誰も入ってなく1番乗りで洞窟も楽しめました！あとインストラクターさんからも丁寧に教えてもらい、泳げなくても安心して楽しめました！ありがとうございました！また願いしたいです。

Due to a full flight, we arrived in Ishigaki at 5:30 PM. I wanted to include activities on the day we arrived, so I signed up for a stargazing and night safari tour. My impression is simply that it was a great decision! The weather was nice, the stars were truly beautiful, and we could even see the Milky Way. During the night safari, we encountered natural animals like the "Japanese scops owl, habu snake, hermit crab, bat, and firefly," which was surprisingly amazing. My daughter, who had been saying she was tired and sleepy during the stargazing, suddenly became super excited when she met the hermit crab and habu snake during the night safari. The guide mentioned that they hadn't seen a habu in over three months, and we all felt lucky to be part of the tour. Since these are natural encounters, we can't guarantee seeing them every time, but with a friendly guide and the chance to meet Ishigaki's wildlife, we were able to start our trip with wonderful memories. Thank you!

飛行機の満席により、行きのフライトが石垣到着17時半。
ついたその日もアクティビティを入れたいと思い、申し込んだ星空観賞&ナイトサファリ。感想は、申し込んでよかった！の一言。
お天気もよく、星空も本当に美しく天の川もみることができましたし、ナイトサファリでは「コノハミミズク/ハブ/ヤドカリ/コウモリ/ホタルなど」天然の動物とビックリするぐらい遭遇しました。星空観光では、疲れた。眠いを連発していた娘も、ナイトサファリでヤドカリやハブなどと出会って、いきなりテンションマックス。ハブは、最近では3か月以上遭遇できていないというガイドさんの話で、ラッキーとツアー参加者一同で感じていました。
天然のものですので、毎回あえるかは分かりませんが、感じの良いガイドさんと、石垣の生き物との出会いで、旅行初日を素敵な思い出作りからスタートをきれました。ありがとうございます。

I apologize for the delay caused by my junior this morning. As a result, we departed 10 minutes late, but thank you for waiting.

Now, regarding the tour itself, it was great that we were able to visit various places, but the tour guide was a foreigner. While they could speak Japanese, it was very difficult to understand them. Towards the end, their voice became so quiet that I couldn't hear the explanations. When they said, "Please ask if you have any questions," it was hard to do so under those circumstances.

We started from in front of the prefectural office, but there were many buses lined up, making it hard to find the right one. Other tour guides were calling out loudly, while ours just stood outside holding a customer list. That made it really confusing. Since I’m not very experienced with tours and this was only my second time, I didn’t know what to do. This was evident as other customers, who were also there more than 10 minutes early, ended up arriving at the bus just in time and expressed their confusion.

Additionally, I went with my junior this time, and while I understand the need for social distancing due to COVID, everyone could have easily maintained distance by sitting by the windows. However, we were made to sit together as a couple, and when I asked if we could move to the window seats, I was told to wait. Ultimately, we were able to sit by the window only in the afternoon. If they were going to allow it, they could have done so in the morning as well. Moreover, there was someone sitting alone who wanted to see the scenery and preferred to sit by the window, which was prioritized instead. Doesn’t that seem strange?

Please ensure proper training for the tour guides. If it had been a Japanese guide, I think we could have enjoyed it a bit more.

朝イチ後輩が遅れてすみませんでした。それで10分出発が遅れたのですが待っていただきありがとうございました。
早速ツアー内容なんですが、内容的には色々なところをまわれたのはよかったのですが、添乗員が外人さんで、日本語も大丈夫なのですが、非常に聞き取り辛かったです。説明も、自身がないのか終わりの方は声が小さく聞こえなかったです。
分からないことが有れば聞いてくださいって、これでは聞けないですよ。
出発の場所は県庁前からだったのですが、何台も並んでいたのでわかりにくかったです。他のツアーの添乗員さんは大きな声で呼んでいるのに、今回の添乗員は外に出て、顧客リストを持っているだけ。これではわかりませんよね。旅行慣れしていなく今回が2回目だったので、わかりませんでした。それを物語るのが、他のお客さんも、10分以上前に県庁前にいたのにギリギリにバスに着いてわからなかったって言ってバスに乗ってました。
あと、今回後輩と乗ったのですが、コロナで席を空けてるのはわかるのですが、全員窓際に座っても十分距離は保てるのに、私たちとカップルだけ2人で座らされ、窓際に移っていいですか？って聞いたら待ってください。って言われて結局窓際に座れたのが昼過ぎ。結局オッケーするなら午前中でも、よかったのではないでしょうか？それも、1人で座ってる人が景色ぐ見たいから逆に座りたいって言って、そっちを優先。おかしくないでしょうか？
添乗員教育ちゃんとしてください。日本人の添乗員だったらもう少し楽しめたかな。

To get to the northern Yanbaru area, it's difficult without a rental car, so I signed up for the only bus tour that goes to Daishirinzan. The bus had proper infection control measures in place, including seat arrangements.

Unfortunately, it rained on the day of the tour. I was looking forward to the views from the observation decks at Cape Hedo and Daishirinzan, but sadly, I could barely see anything. The weather forecast predicted clear skies for the afternoon, so I wished we could have reversed the order of the tour to visit the Churaumi Aquarium later. (Since it's a group tour, I understand that the schedule for each location is fixed and changes are probably not possible.)

We had 80 minutes at Daishirinzan. I wanted to see the "Observation Deck" and "Gajumaru," so I walked the shortcut course "Kigan & Churaumi" plus the "Yanbaru Forest Course." I just barely made it back in time within the 80 minutes. I wished I had a bit more time.

At the Churaumi Aquarium, we had 180 minutes. Perhaps because it was the second day of a three-day weekend in September when people started to move around (they were allowing entry with restrictions for infection control), there was a huge line, and it took 20 minutes to get in after we started waiting. The tour guide mentioned that it was the longest line they had ever seen. However, even with the 20-minute wait, we had plenty of time with the 180-minute stay. I skipped the really crowded tanks, looked at the beach and sea turtles, and then returned to the aquarium to explore.

It seems that the tour content has changed now. It looks like it offers a better experience to fully enjoy Yanbaru.

北部やんばるエリアに行くにはレンタカー以外では難しくて、この大石林山に行くことができる唯一のバスツアーに申し込みました。
バス内では席位置等感染対策がしっかりととられていました。
当日はあいにくの雨。「辺戸岬」と「大石林山」の展望台からの景色を楽しみにしていたのですが残念ながらほぼ何も見えませんでした。午後からの天気予報は晴れだったので午後からの「美ら海水族館」と回る順番を逆にすることができたら良かったのになあって思いました。（ツアー団体だから各場所に行く予定時間は決まっていて変更は無理なんだろうとは思います）
「大石林山」の滞在時間は80分。「展望台」と「ガジュマル」は見たかったので「奇岩・美ら海」のショートカットコース+「やんばる森林コース」を歩きました。なんとかギリギリ80分でもどれました。もう少し時間が欲しかった。
「美ら海水族館」は滞在180分。人が動き出した9月の3連休の二日目のためか（感染対策のために入場制限をしながら入場させていた）入場はすごい列ができていて、並んでから入るまで20分かかりました。添乗員さんはこんなに行列ができているのは初めてだと言われていました。ただ20分並んでも180分滞在時間があったので時間は十分でした。すごく混んでいる水槽は飛ばし、ビーチやウミガメを見てからまた水族館にもどり入って見ました。

今はツアー内容が変更になっているようですね。やんばるをより満喫できる内容のようなので良さそうですね。

On October 17th, I participated with my family of five. For the experience diving, only two people can be guided by one instructor, but we had three instructors guiding two, two, and one, respectively. They also took a family photo for us, which became a wonderful memory. The instructors were very kind, and despite our initial anxiety, all five of us enjoyed the diving. The waters around Kerama were very beautiful, but I was a bit disappointed that there were fewer fish than I had imagined and that we didn't encounter any sea turtles. After boarding, there was also an affordable parasailing option available, and unexpectedly, we were able to experience parasailing as well, making our day in Okinawa very meaningful.

10/17に家族5人で参加しました。体験ダイビングは1人のインストラクターに2名までしか引率できないのですが、3人のインストラクターで2名+2名+1名を引率してしただき、家族5人の集合写真を撮影していただき、とても良い思い出となりました。インストラクターの方はとても親切で、不安のあったダイビングも5人全員楽しめました。慶良間の海はとても綺麗でしたが、想像していたよりはお魚の数が少なかったこと、ウミガメには出会えなかったことが少し残念でした。乗船後に格安でのパラセーリングのオプションも用意されており、思いがけずのパラセーリング体験もでき、沖縄での1日をとても有意義に過ごすことができました。

The fun time flew by in an instant. Although we couldn't go to Barasu Island due to the weather, I am more than satisfied! The cave adventure, canoeing, jungle exploration, and the Lucky Falls were all exciting. While canoeing, the surrounding tranquility made me want to stop paddling and just listen. It was a collection of precious experiences! Yoshida's guidance was easy to understand and I had a great time. He took so many photos that I didn't even need my phone. I want to visit Iriomote Island again! I wonder which waterfall I should go to next! Thank you very much!

楽しい時間はあっという間に終わりました。天候の関係でバラス島には行けませんでしたが、それ以上に満足しています！
鍾乳洞冒険、カヌー、ジャングル探検、幸運の滝、どれもワクワク◎カヌーでは、周りの静けさに思わず漕ぐのをやめて耳を澄ませたくなります。貴重な体験ばかりでした！
吉田さんのガイドもわかりやすくてとっても楽しめました(^^)写真もたくさん撮って下さるので携帯いらずです。また西表島に来たいな〜！次はどこの滝に行こうかな〜！ありがとうございました(^o^)