All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

This is my second time using Veltra. On this day, the wind was strong and the sky was cloudy, but I went to Bottom Beach to try stand-up paddleboarding. The waves were rough, and it seemed we couldn't go on our usual course, but the staff helped us out, and I was able to enjoy it very much. I would like to create another opportunity to experience it again. We took a lot of photos, and the staff's response was very warm, making this another satisfying experience. Thank you very much.

ベルトラを利用させて頂くのは今回で2回目です。この日は風が強く、空も曇っていたのですが、底地ビーチに行きサップを体験しました。波が荒く、いつものコースには行けなかったみたいですが、スタッフの方が手助けして下さりとても楽しむことができたので、機会を作ってもう一度体験したいと思います。写真もたくさん撮って頂き、スタッフさんの対応もとても温かくて今回も大満足の体験となりました。本当にありがとうございました。

In September, Ishigaki is in the typhoon season, and the weather can be bad, with many days when tours cannot be conducted. When I participated this time, a typhoon had just hit the week before, and another one was expected just three days later.

Thanks to that, it was pouring rain from the morning, and I thought the tour would be canceled. However, the instructor confidently declared, "There's no wind, so we can do SUP. We can paddle for an hour in between the rain, so leave it to me." During the car ride, it was still pouring, so I was half in doubt about whether it would really be okay. However, after waiting for about five minutes upon arrival, the rain actually stopped. Although there was no sunshine, the weather improved dramatically compared to the earlier downpour, and it became just the right climate with occasional glimpses of clear skies.

The SUP instructor explained how to ride the board and paddle in a way that was easy for beginners to understand. Within ten minutes, I got the hang of it and could paddle on my own. If I got tired, I could take a break on the board, and he adjusted the pace accordingly. He also took photos of us while we were doing SUP, so there was no need to bring a waterproof camera. The photos were shared as data.

Kabira Bay is shallow, so even if you fall off the board, you can stand up. The waves were calm, which was reassuring. Despite the heavy rain just before, the sea was clear, and I felt a bit regretful thinking about how beautiful it would have been if it had been sunny.

After about an hour of playing, the instructor said, "It looks like rain is coming soon, so let's head back now." After packing up the boards and getting into the car, it really started to rain shortly after. The instructor's weather reading was spot on.

During the car ride, he kept us entertained by sharing information about delicious local restaurants and the features of the three limestone caves in Ishigaki.

One thing to note is that if you book through Veltra, your name will be registered in Roman letters, which can lead to some people being mistaken for foreigners. I was mistaken several times during the pickup confirmation. However, once I mentioned that I booked through Veltra, they understood right away.

9月の石垣は台風シーズンで天気が悪く、ツアーができない日も多いそうです。
今回参加した時も前週に台風が直撃し、3日後にも台風直撃という感じでした。
お陰で、当日は朝から雨が土砂降りで、ツアー中止かなと思っていました。

インストラクターのお兄さんからは、「風がないからSUPはできますよ、雨の合間で1時間はSUPができるので任せてください」と力強い宣言がありました。
車の移動中は土砂降りのままだったので、本当に大丈夫なのかと半信半疑でした。
しかし、現地に到着して5分程待ったところ本当に雨が止んできました。
日差しはないものの先程の雨とは打って変わって、時々晴れ間が見えるほど天候が回復し丁度良い気候になりました。

SUP自体はインストラクターのお兄さんがボードの乗り方やパドルの漕ぎ方を初心者にもわかり易く丁寧に教えてくれました。
10分もすれば慣れて、一人で漕いでいけます。疲れたら疲れたでボードの上で一休みしたりとペースは合わせてくれます。
途中でSUPをやっているところの写真を撮ってくれるので、わざわざ防水カメラを持っていかなくても大丈夫です。
写真はデータで共有してくれました。

川平湾は遠浅なので、ボードから落ちても足が付きました。波も穏やかで安心できました。
直前までの土砂降りでも海は濁っておず澄んでいたので、これが晴れだったらどんなに綺麗だったかと少し悔しい思いがしました。

1時間くらい遊んでいると、お兄さんから「そろそろ雨がやってくるので今の内に引き上げましょう」と声がありました。
ボードの片付けなどをして帰りの車に乗り込んで暫くすると本当に雨が降ってきました。
インストラクターのお兄さんの天気の読みが冴えまくりでした。

車の移動中も飽きさせないように、地元の人が行く美味しいお店の情報や、石垣に3つある鍾乳洞の特徴などお兄さんが一杯話してくれました。

注意点としては、ベルトラ経由で申し込むと名前がローマ字表記での登録になって人によっては外国人と間違われることです。
ピックアップでの確認時に私は何度か間違われました。ベルトラで申し込んだと伝えれば直ぐに分かってもらえました。

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island and my first experience with SUP, but the instructor provided thorough guidance, and I quickly got the hang of it and had a great time! Although it was a half-day experience, I was able to enjoy it slowly and fully. The waves were calm, but the wind made paddling a bit challenging... but that too became a good memory. The weather was nice, making it the perfect day (๑′ᴗ‵๑)♥ I had plenty of fun with the half-day course, but next time I participate, I’d like to try a full day and join in on other activities as well♥

初めての石垣島で初めてのSUP体験でしたが、インストラクターの方に丁寧に指導して頂き、すぐに慣れて楽しむことができました！
半日の体験でしたがゆっくりたっぷり楽しめました。波は穏やかでしたが、風が少し吹いて漕ぐのは大変でしたが…それもまたいい思い出です
天気も良く、最高の１日になりました(๑′ᴗ‵๑)♥
半日コースでも十分に楽しめましたが、次参加するときは1日で他のアクティビティにも参加してみたいなと思います♥

I was a bit late, but I was relieved to be welcomed with smiles. All the staff were kind, and kayaking was fun. Thank you very much.

少し遅れてしまったのですが、笑顔出迎えて下さり安心しました。
スタッフの方がみんな優しくて、カヤックも楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました。

I was looking for snorkeling in Barasu Island and chose this tour because it had very high reviews. The weather on the day was a bit iffy, but the underwater scenery was beautiful, and I saw a lot of fish. I have participated in other snorkeling tours before, but this one was different as we didn't disperse at the points; instead, we searched for fish together, and the guide provided proper assistance, which made me feel safe while swimming.

Additionally, I actually didn't have high expectations for the SUP experience in the mangroves of Iriomote Island, but it turned out to be very enjoyable. It was my first time, but they taught me carefully, so I felt secure doing it. I also got to take many beautiful photos, which made me very satisfied.

This is a fulfilling plan that allows you to enjoy two types of activities in one day, so I highly recommend it.

バラス島でシュノーケリングがしたく探していたら、こちらのツアーの口コミ評価がとても高かったので、選ばせていただきました。
当日は天気が微妙でしたが、海の中はとても綺麗でたくさんのお魚が観れました。
今まで何度か他のシュノーケリングのツアーに参加しましたが、ポイントで自由解散ではなく、一緒に魚を探したりきちんとガイドしてくださったので安心して泳げました。
そして実はあまり期待していなかった西表島マングローブのSUP体験がとても楽しかったです。初めてでしたが丁寧に教えてもらえるのでこちらも安心してできました。綺麗な写真もたくさん撮っていただけて大満足です。
1日で2種類のアクティビティが楽しめる充実プランなので本当におススメです。

In the morning, I thoroughly enjoyed nature in the mangroves! The guide shared various stories, allowing us to savor a leisurely time. In the afternoon, we went snorkeling at Baras Island! I even encountered sea turtles, making it a truly satisfying day! I would love to use this service again when I come back!

午前中はマングローブで森のなかの自然を大満喫！ガイドさんがいろんなお話をしてくれながら、ゆっくりな時間を満喫できます。
午後からはバラス島でシュノーケリング！ウミガメにも出会えて、本当に大満足な１日でした！またきたさいにはご利用したいと思います！

First, we paddled through the jungle on stand-up paddleboards (SUP). It was my first experience, but anyone can easily ride! We arrived at the waterfall basin and took photos! They took so many pictures for us, so I felt at ease without bringing anything.

For lunch, we each had loco moco and taco rice at a nearby café! The café had a great atmosphere, and the food was very delicious.

After a short break, we went snorkeling in the afternoon! I was thrilled by the blue sky and the pure white coral island.

I thoroughly enjoyed the nature of Iriomote Island, and it was a very satisfying day!

まず！ジャングルの中をSUPで進んでゆきます。
初体験でしたが、誰でも簡単に乗れました！
滝つぼに到着し、写真撮影！沢山お写真を撮って下さるので、何も持参せず安心でした。

お昼は各自近くのカフェでロコモコやタコライスを食べました！
カフェは雰囲気もよく、お食事もとても美味しかったです。

少し休憩した後、午後はシュノーケリング！
青いお空と真っ白なサンゴの島に感激でした。

西表島の自然を満喫でき、大満足の1日でした！

This was a very nice experience and will never forget it. Having my kids and I participate and were able to feel the dolphins skin and see who they move in the water was amazing.

We were able to touch and play with the dolphins and the 50 minutes went by so fast that we wanted more. I think we will be back for other Dolphin encounters at Genki Village which is also a nice and friendly environment.

The Dolphin Encounter experience was one that won't be forgetful. This rare time to see dolphins close up was very special for my children and I. My kids are 8 and 6 and they really were amazed with being able to touch the dolphin family. Also having interaction with them by showing our hands and the dolphins doing tricks with what each hand gesture meant. Then we were able to throw rings to see the dolphins return with them no matter how far. These animals are so smart. Finally able to see them do their flips that was a sight to see. It was a very nice time and it let my kids know a more personal understanding of how dolphins are.

Only recommendation would be to give more personal time with the dolphins but I know its hard to do with big groups.

We participated with my 5-year-old and 3-year-old daughters, along with their grandparents, making it a three-generation experience. Perhaps because we had small children, we were allowed to be in a group just for our family. They were incredibly kind and accommodating, never showing any displeasure even when the kids were noisy or fussy, and they adjusted the pace to suit us. We all had a wonderful time together!

SUP was enjoyable, as we could stand and sit even with the kids! During snorkeling, I couldn't swim, but they pulled me along on a rescue board, which made me feel safe. I was so happy to see baby turtles! I would love to participate again when I come back to the Yaeyama Islands!

5歳・3歳の娘と、祖父・祖母と、3世代で参加させていただきました。
小さい子供がいたからか、家族だけで1グループとしていただき、子供が騒いだり、グズっていても嫌な顔１つもせず、進むスピードも合わせて下さり、とても親切丁寧に対応してくださいました。
家族みんなでとっても楽しい時間を過ごせました！
SUPは子供連れでも立ったり座ったり、楽しかったです！
シュノーケリングでは、泳げない私のためにレスキューボードでずっと引っ張ってくれたので、安心できました。カメの子供に会えて、とっても嬉しかったです！
また八重山諸島へ来たときは、参加したいです！

I was a bit anxious since it was my first experience with SUP, but the instruction was very kind and thorough, and I had a lot of fun. I did fall a little (quite dramatically), but the waterfall was great too.

SUPは、初めての経験で不安だったけれども、とても親切に丁寧に教えていただいて、とても楽しかったです。ちょっと落ちたけれども(豪快に)
滝も良かったです。

I had a great time with my grandchild on the SUP! I couldn't stand up, but I was able to kneel (^^).

SUPで孫を前に乗せて、楽しくできました！
立つことはできなかったけれども、膝立ちはできました(^^)

I was able to see beautiful coral reefs that I had only seen on TV while snorkeling! Luckily, I also got to see a sea turtle, which made for the best memories.

シュノーケリングでは、テレビでしか見たことがないような綺麗なサンゴ礁が見れました！
運良くウミガメも見ることができ、最高の思い出になりました。

My daughter and my husband joined the Family-Friendly Dolphin Encounter. Firstly, we are guided for a dolphin introduction session,
then we are divided into small group(5-6 ppl) to touch and interactive
with them in a closed distance.

it is a very good encounter program which let us know more about a dolphin. My daughter is v happy!

This time, I went canoeing and to Baras Island in the morning, and explored a cave in the afternoon. The guide introduced us to many best spots and took a lot of photos for us! By the way, the food (vegetable soba) next to the office was surprisingly delicious, so definitely try it. Haha!

今回は午前中にカヌー&バラス島、午後に鍾乳洞探索に行ってきました。
ガイドの方にたくさんベストスポットを紹介頂き、写真もたくさん取って頂きました！！
ちなみに事務所の隣のご飯(野菜そば)が、地味に美味しかったので、ぜひ。笑

We were just lucky with the weather and were able to enjoy all the tours! The guide provided various topics to discuss, making the tour enjoyable. We also took a lot of photos, creating great memories.

ギリギリ天気に恵まれすべてのツアーを楽しむことができました！
ガイドさんもいろんな話題を提供してくれツアー中楽しめました。写真もいっぱい撮ってくれていい思い出ができました。

I had a very meaningful time experiencing things I had never done before in one day, such as visiting a limestone cave, Balas Island, canoeing in the mangroves, and trekking! It was so much fun! Thank you very much.

鍾乳洞、バラス島、マングローブでのカヌー、トレッキングと今まで体験したことなかったことを1日で体験でき非常に有意義な時間を過ごせました！とても楽しかったです！ありがとうございました。

The guide was very polite and it was really great! The coral from Balas Island is a memorable souvenir! It was a day of complete satisfaction!

ガイドさんも丁寧ですごくよかったです！
バラス島のサンゴは思い出のおみやげです！大満足の一日でした！

We participated with three adults who had almost no experience with snorkeling and two children. The sea and fish in Okinawa were beautiful, and we had a very enjoyable time. We were especially grateful for the care taken towards the children. We definitely want to use this service again.

シュノーケルほぼ未体験の大人3人と子供2人で参加させて頂きました。沖縄の海と魚が綺麗で、非常に楽しく過ごすことが出来ました。特に子供に非常に気を使ってもらえたのが有難かったです。また是非利用させて頂きたいと思います。

Today, the typhoon has passed far away, and the weather is perfect! I was able to experience a mangrove tour in a calm atmosphere. The guide, Mr. Zakiya, explained everything clearly and was very kind! I highly recommend it.

今日は台風も遠く過ぎ去って最高の気候❗
穏やかな流れの中でマングローブツアーを体験できました ガイドのザキヤマさんの説明もよくわかり、とても親切でした❗
おすすめです

There were people experiencing snorkeling for the first time, and the instructor, Mr. Kato, was very kind, thorough, and fun in his guidance, making for a truly wonderful time. The weather was also great, which made it an unforgettable experience. There was a service to take photos and upload them, which created really nice memories. We traveled by boat, and that was great too. You can enjoy beautiful fish even while snorkeling. I highly recommend it!

シュノーケリング初体験の人もいたのですが、インストラクターの加藤さんという方が、とても親切丁寧、しかも楽しく指導してくださって、本当に素晴らしい時間を過ごしました。
お天気も良くて、恵まれましたが、忘れられない体験となりました。
写真を撮ってアップロードしてくれるサービスもあり、本当にいい思い出になりました。
船で行くのですが、それがまたよかった
シュノーケリングでも十分美しい魚たちを楽しめます。
お勧めです！！

I made a reservation for the third day of my 2-night, 3-day trip! The activities on the second day were canceled due to rain, and I thought the trip would end without any activities on the third day because a typhoon was approaching. However, I was fortunate that the activities were held, and I was able to create wonderful memories!

It was fun to see creatures like crabs, gobies, and kingfishers up close.

I also appreciated the detailed explanations about the plants; it was very educational! Thank you!

2泊3日の旅行中の三日目に予約しました！
2日目のアクティビティが雨の影響で中止になってしまい
三日目も台風が接近していた為、アクティビティが出来ずに旅行が終わるかと思いましたが、
なんとか、開催して頂けた為、いい思い出ができました＼(^o^)／

カニやハゼやカワセミなど生き物を実際に近くで見ることが出来て楽しかったです

植物の説明なども詳しくしていただいて、
勉強になりました！ありがとうございました！

The orange glow of the sunset was very beautiful, and the sound of the water while paddling was soothing. I was able to experience various animals, including nocturnal ones. I also enjoyed hearing various stories about Okinawa, and the conversation with the guide was fun!

夕暮れのオレンジが、とても綺麗で、パドルを漕ぐ時も水の音は癒しでした。夜行性の動物含め様々な動物の体験もできました。
沖縄の色々な話も聞けて、案内してくださった方との会話も楽しかったです！

Operating the kayak was a bit difficult, but I was able to connect with nature and see crabs and fish. The guide's explanations were filled with interesting knowledge that made me say "wow," and the stories mixed with jokes were really fun! I was very satisfied!

カヤックの操作は少し難しかったのですが
自然にふれれてカニや魚も見てれ
ガイドさんの説明もへぇ～と思える知識や
冗談も交えたお話ですごい楽しかったです！
すごい満足でした！

I was grateful that they came to pick me up at the hotel. After driving for a while from the city, we took a dark road with no people. Once we passed through a narrow jungle path, we arrived at the local exploration site! We searched for wildlife along the rocky coastline. Unlike during the day, the tranquility and the sound of the waves were pleasant. Then, we discovered a coconut crab! Its purple shell was mysterious! After exploring the coast, we moved to a spot for stargazing. Although the moonlight was a bit bright, the sky was filled with stars welcoming us. Fortunately, we even saw a shooting star. I was able to spend a happy time.

ホテルまで迎えに来ていただけるので助かりました 市街地からしばらく走ると、人気のない真っ暗な道を行きます。ジャングルの細道を抜けると、現地探索場所に到着‼️ 海沿いの岩場で野生の生物を捜索。昼間とは違い、静寂の中、波音が心地よかった すると、ヤシガニを発見‼️ 紫色に光った殻が神秘的❗️海岸探索を後にして、星空探索の場所に移動。月明かりが少し明るかったけど、満天の星が出迎えてくれました。そこへ幸運にも、流れ星が。幸せな時間を過ごすことができました

I thoroughly enjoyed the night in Ishigaki Island. We set off at 8 PM and ran through the darkness, which felt mysterious. The atmosphere along the coastline at night was different from during the day, and we encountered a coconut crab and a hermit crab that can only be seen at night. After that, we went to an observatory with a great view, where the moonlight was a bit bright, but the starry sky was magnificent. My husband and daughter were thrilled to see shooting stars. Listening to the sound of owls, the night view was beautiful as well.

石垣島の夜を満喫しました
夜８時に出発し、真っ暗な中を走りミステリー
夜の海岸には昼間と違う雰囲気で、夜しか見られないやしがに、ヤドカリと出逢えました
その後見晴らしの良い天文台に行くとちょっと月明かりが明るめながら満天の星空
主人と娘は流れ星も見れ大感激
フクロウの鳴き声をききながら、夜景も綺麗でした

I participated alone. Since my hotel was not included in the shuttle service, I rented a car to the shop, anticipating morning traffic. I parked in a free space at a nearby port.

On the way, the sea conditions were good, and I arrived at Chibishi without getting seasick. The abundant coral was soothing. I thought the half-day course might be too short, but I was able to enjoy it thoroughly.

ひとりで参加しました。送迎対象外のホテル宿泊でしたので、朝の渋滞を見込んでレンタカーでショップまで。近くの港のフリースペースに駐車しました。
道中、海のコンディションも良く船酔いせずにチービシへ到着。もりもりのサンゴに癒されました。半日コースは短いかな？と思っていましたが、十分満喫できました。

The guide shared a lot of interesting facts while showing us around, which made it enjoyable. We were able to see many creatures like hermit crabs, bats, and crabs. Even as a beginner, I had a great time paddling. It was a wonderful experience!

ガイドのお兄さんが豆知識をたくさん紹介しながら案内してくれたので楽しかったです。
ヤドカリ、コウモリ、カニなど生き物もたくさん見られました。
初心者でしたが楽しく漕ぐことができました。
とても良い経験でした！

The weather was nice, and I could hear the chirping of birds and cicadas. It was enjoyable to see various flowers and fish! I felt very relaxed as we leisurely moved along while listening to the guide. ^_^

天気も良く、鳥やセミの鳴き声が聞こえ、色んな花や魚も見る事が出来て楽しかったです！
ガイドを聞きながらのんびり進むのでとても癒されました^_^

They provide transportation to the hotel! The guides kept the atmosphere lively in the car and gave various explanations during the tour, making it a lot of fun. I was able to see rare island hermit crabs, which was a wonderful experience!

ホテルまで送迎をしてくれます！車内でもガイドの方々が盛り上げてくださったり、ツアー中も様々な説明をしてくださるので、とても楽しかったです。レアな島のヤドカリを見ることができ、とても良い経験ななりました！