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This was my first trip to Ishigaki Island with him. Since we wanted to visit Iriomote Island as well, we found this tour. It was a one-day course, so I was worried about my stamina, but there were breaks, and I was able to enjoy it until the end. The views from the canoe, especially from above and at the base of the Pinai Falls, were breathtaking! The Yaeyama soba we had while enjoying that scenery was incredibly delicious. I had a great time chatting with the guide and other participants. Next time I go, I want to stay overnight on Iriomote Island!

彼とはじめての石垣島への旅行。せっかくだから西表島にも行きたいねと話していたら、このツアーを見つけました。1日コースだったので、体力面が心配でしたが、休憩もあり最後まで元気に過ごすことが出来ました。また、カヌーからの景色もピナイサーラの滝上と滝つぼからの景色は感動的でした！あの景色を見ながら食べた八重山そばがとても美味しかったです。
ガイドの方や他の参加者の方と話しながら楽しい時間を過ごす事が出来ました。今度行くときは西表島に泊まりで行きたいです！！

My two friends went snorkeling for the first time and were thrilled. It was great that tropical fish came close enough to touch. Thank you to the three ladies who kindly taught us.

We went from Manza Beach, but the landmarks were a bit hard to identify.

友人２人は初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、感激していました
熱帯魚が触れるくらい集まってきて良かったです。
おばさん３人組に親切に教えて頂き有り難うございました。

場所が万座ビーチから行きましたが、目印がちょっと分かりにくかったです。

In April, I went on a honeymoon trip to Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island.

I had always wanted to experience canoeing, and while searching on VELTRA, I came across this tour. Initially, I only intended to participate in the canoeing experience, but since I was visiting Iriomote Island, I decided to join a tour that included trekking as well. There are several tour companies offering mangrove canoeing plus trekking to the top and bottom of a waterfall, but what made me choose this one was the small group size for safety and the comprehensive information on the website of the tour company, Kaze no Kura.

On the day of the tour, we arrived at Uehara Port on Iriomote Island by high-speed boat from Ishigaki Island, where our guide was waiting with a sign for Kaze no Kura. We took a short five-minute drive to the office, where I met the other participants for the first time—a couple from Germany traveling in Japan. The guide was fluent in English and communicated with us in Japanese while speaking English to the German couple. We borrowed trekking shoes, waterproof bags, and backpacks, and the tour began.

After another five-minute drive, we arrived at the starting point of the tour. Once there, we received a briefing on how to use the paddles for canoeing. All participants chose single kayaks, but there was an option for tandem kayaks as well. Once we got in, we quickly got used to the movements and enjoyed the mangroves gracefully. April is said to be the best time for this tour; during the summer vacation, the river can get crowded, making it difficult to navigate, and you can hear explanations from other tour guides. After about 30 to 40 minutes, we arrived at the canoe docking area, and the trekking began.

First, we aimed for the top of the Pinaisara Falls. There was quite a height difference, so we prepared ourselves for the challenge. The course to the top takes about 50 minutes, with the first 20 minutes being a relatively steep incline and the last 30 minutes a gentler slope, requiring the use of our entire bodies to climb. My wife said it was easier than she had imagined, but I found it to be steeper than I expected. By the way, the guide mentioned that if he really tried, he could reach the top in eight minutes.

Upon reaching the top, we enjoyed the scenery and had lunch. The guide prepared Yaeyama soba for us. Since it was made with a portable kit, the taste was average, but after using our bodies and eating it in the great outdoors, the Yaeyama soba was very delicious. By the way, during the summer, the top of the waterfall is so crowded that there’s no place to sit. After taking in the breathtaking view from the top, we headed down to the bottom of the waterfall.

Once we arrived near the canoe docking area, we trekked for about 20 minutes to reach the bottom of the waterfall. Compared to the top, the elevation change was not as significant, but trekking after the round trip to the top was quite exhausting. When we reached the bottom, the view was completely different from that at the top. The husband of the German couple was swimming in the waterfall pool. The guide always enters the water when participants do, which made me feel reassured about safety. We were served tea and snacks while enjoying the view from the bottom of the waterfall.

The return journey was the same as the way there, but throughout, the guide provided explanations about Iriomote Island in both Japanese and English, making it a unique experience that I wouldn’t have had on my own. The tour lasted from about 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. When we returned to the office, we received about 10 to 20 photos from the tour as data. We were then taken back to our hotel, concluding the tour.

I was able to experience the canoeing I had long desired, making it a truly wonderful trip.

新婚旅行で４月に石垣島・西表島に行ってきました。

予てよりカヌーを体験したいと思っており、VELTRAで探していたところこのツアーが目に留まりました。カヌー体験だけのつもりでしたが、せっかくの西表島訪問なのでトレッキングを含んだツアーの参加に決めました。また、マングローブカヌー＋滝上滝下トレッキングのツアーだけでもいくつかのツアー会社がありますが、決め手となったのが、安全面を考慮した少人数制ツアーと風車さんのHPサイトの充実でした。

ツアー当日、石垣島から高速船で西表島・上原港に到着、ガイドさんが[風車]の看板を持って待っててくれました。そこから５分程度車に乗せてもらい、営業所まで向かいます。そこでツアー参加者と初対面。ドイツから旅行に来たドイツ人ご夫妻でした。ガイドさんは英語ペラペラで、私たちには日本語、ドイツ人ご夫妻には英語で対応。トレッキング用の靴と防水バッグ、リュックサックをお借りしてツアーがスタートしました。

また車で５分程度走りツアー開始地点へ。到着したらカヌーで使用するパドルの使い方のレクチャーを受けます。私たち参加者は全員一人乗りカヌーを選択しましたが、二人乗りカヌーを選ぶことができます。実際に乗り込むとすぐに動作に慣れることができ、優雅にマングローブを堪能することができました。４月はこのツアーに最も適した時期らしく、夏休みなど旅行客が多くなると川も<ｲｯﾂ･ｱ･ｽﾓｰﾙﾜｰﾙﾄﾞ>状態になるらしく、カヌーで川が埋まり、ほかのツアーガイドの説明が耳に入ってくるほどとのこと。３，４０分ほどでカヌー係留所に到着し、トレッキングが始まります。

まずはピナイサーラの滝上を目指します。かなりの高低差があり、覚悟を決めて臨みます。滝上までおよそ５０分のコースですが、前半２０分がわりと急な斜面、後半３０分がなだらかな斜面を登るコースになっており、体全体を使わないと登れません。妻は想像していたより易しかったと言っていましたが、私は想像していたより険しかったという印象です。ちなみにガイドさんが本気を出したら８分で滝上まで登るとのこと。

滝上に到着したら風景を堪能しつつ、お昼タイムです。ガイドさんが八重山そばを作ってくれます。持ち運びキットで作る八重山そばですので味は平均的なのですが、体を使ったあと、また、大自然で食べる八重山そばはとてもおいしいものでした。ちなみに夏場は滝上も人で溢れ、座る場所もないほどとのこと。滝上からの絶景を目に焼き付け、今度は滝下に向かいます。

カヌー係留所付近まで着いたらそこからおよそ２０分かけて滝下までトレッキング。滝上に比べ滝下のため、高低差はあまりないのですが、滝上まで往復したあとでかなり体力の消耗が激しい中でのトレッキング。滝下に到着すると、滝上とはまた違う絶景でした。ドイツ人ご夫妻旦那さまは滝つぼで泳がれていました。ツアー参加者が水に入るときはガイドさんも必ず入ることにしているそうで、ここでも安全面を大事にしていることを実感。滝下からの風景を見ながらお茶菓子を用意してくれました。

帰り道は行きの道と同じですが、終始ガイドさんが日本語・英語で西表島の解説をしてくれ、単身では経験できない旅行となりました。今回のツアー時間は９：３０～１５：３０ほどのものでした。営業所までつくとツアー中の写真（１０～２０枚程度）をデータでいただきました。ホテルまで送っていただきツアー終了となりました。

予てより望んでいたカヌーを体験でき、とても素晴らしい旅行となりました。

It was the most beautiful sea I've ever snorkeled in. I was able to see many fish and had a wonderful time. The long-awaited Blue Cave was very mystical, and I could have stared at it forever. The weather and the guide were both fantastic. I was able to take many photos and create lasting memories. When I go to Okinawa again, I would love to join the tour once more.

今までシュノーケリングした中で一番綺麗な海でした。
魚もたくさん見れて幸せな時間を過ごすことができました。
念願の青の洞窟はとても神秘的でずっと見ていたいぐらいでした。
お天気にも、ガイドさんにも恵まれて最高でした。
写真もたくさん撮っていただき思い出も残すことが出来ました。
また沖縄に行く時はもう一度ツアーに参加したいです

I participated in the Pinai Sara Falls tour for the first time this time. Since I was joining with one other woman, I was really worried about whether we would have the stamina for a full day of canoeing and hiking. However, once the tour started, I was captivated by the beauty of Iriomote Island's nature, and the canoe ride to the entrance of Pinai Sara went by in no time.

The path to the top of the falls was more challenging than I had imagined, but thanks to our guide's thorough explanations, we were able to proceed safely. The view from the top of the falls was absolutely stunning. We had about an hour at the top, including lunchtime, so my friend, who loves taking photos, and I took a lot of pictures. The Yaeyama soba for lunch was also of high quality, and I was very satisfied.

Moving to the base of the falls, the view from below was also incredibly powerful and impressive. I participated in late March, and the river water was still cold, but those who wanted could swim in the basin. Jumping into the basin was a wonderful memory. After the tour, returning to the shop and being able to take a shower was a nice touch. They also quickly sent us the photos from the tour via AirDrop. They were very attentive even during the shuttle service back to our accommodation, which left a great impression. I would love to ask for Windmill's services again when I come back to Iriomote Island!

今回初めてピナイサーラの滝ツアーに参加しました。
女子2名での参加だったので、カヌーと山登りの1日ツアーは体力持つのかとても不安でした。
しかし、ツアーが始まるとそんな不安よりも西表島の自然の素晴らしさに魅了され、ピナイサーラの入口までのカヌーがあっという間でした。笑
滝上までの道のりは想像以上に険しかったですが、ガイドさんの丁寧な説明のお陰で安全に進むことが出来ました。
滝上からの景色はとても素晴らしかったです。
滝上ではお昼ご飯も含めて1時間ほど時間があったので、カメラ女子の友達と沢山の写真を撮りました。
お昼ご飯の八重山そばもクオリティーが高く大満足でした。
滝つぼに移動し、下から見る滝もまた大迫力で圧巻でした。
私が参加したのは3月下旬で川の水はまだ冷た
かったのですが、希望者のみ滝つぼで泳ぐことも出来ました。
滝つぼでのジャンプはとてもいい思い出です。
ツアー後はショップに戻り、シャワーを浴びれるのも嬉しいポイントでした。
ツアー中の写真もAirDropですぐに送ってくれました。
最後宿への送迎まで丁寧に対応してくださり、とても好印象でした。
また西表島に来た時は、風車さんにお願いしたいと思います！

This was my first experience with canoeing and trekking. I was worried because I don't have much confidence in my physical strength and I don't usually exercise, but the guides, Taka and Miwacchi, were really kind and taught us everything in detail, which made me feel at ease participating.

During the trek, we had various conversations, and it was so enjoyable that we reached the summit in no time. The long-awaited lunch was homemade Yaeyama soba, which was delicious enough to rival any restaurant. The snacks were steamed dumplings from the morning, which was also impressive.

The weather forecast predicted rain in the afternoon, but it only drizzled a little on our way back, and the temperature was just right compared to a sunny day. The water at the waterfall was a bit cold, but once I got in, it felt great to swim.

Overall, Taka and Miwacchi were friendly, and I had a really fun time. I would definitely like to join this tour again when I come back to Iriomote Island. Thank you very much!

今回、はじめてのカヌーやトレッキングでした。
体力に自信もないし、普段運動もしていないので大丈夫だろうかと不安でしたが、ガイドさんのタカさんとみわっちさんが本当に親切で丁寧に色々教えてれて安心して参加できました。
またトレッキング中もいろんな話をしながらなので楽しくあっという間に頂上まで行けたし、お待ちかねのランチは手作りの八重山そばでお店顔負けのおいしさでした。
おやつも朝から蒸した団子とのことでこれまた感動でした。
お天気は午後から雨の予報でしたが、帰り際に少し降っただけで快晴よりは気温がちょうど良くよかったです。
滝つぼではちょっと冷たかったけどつかってしまえば気持ちよく泳げました。
とにかくタカさん、みわっちさんがフレンドリーで本当に楽しかったです。
また西表島に来た時は是非こちらのツアーでお世話になりたいです。
ありがとうございました。

On April 3, 2018, we went snorkeling in the Kerama Islands. The weather was great, and the sea was calm, making the one-hour ride on the cruiser to the snorkeling points enjoyable with the beautiful gradient of emerald green and blue waters. Our family of four was on our first trip to Okinawa, and this snorkeling experience was the first event. Thankfully, there was no seasickness, and at the first point, we received some important instructions from our guide before starting the snorkeling. The colors and clarity of the water were clearly different from those in Honshu, and we were thrilled to observe the fish and coral. At the second point, we even spotted clownfish and a sea snake. Unfortunately, our younger child couldn't handle the cold and had to temporarily retire back to the boat, but after eating lunch on the cruiser, we regained our energy. When we asked the guide about throwing leftover lunch into the sea, large fish came close, and the kids were delighted again. At the final point, not only did we see the sea turtles we had hoped for, but we also had the rare opportunity to see a manta ray, which was truly wonderful. Above all, our guide was friendly and kind, making the kids very happy.
【Two people free!】Participated in a limited number of monitor tours.

2018/4/3慶良間諸島シュノーケリングに行きました。当日は天候も良く海も穏やかでクルーザーに乗ってポイントまで約1時間の移動もエメラルドグリーン/青い海のグラデーションで子供たちも大喜び、家族4人の初めての沖縄旅行で一番初めのイベントがこのシュノーケリング。心配した船酔いも無く、初めのポイントでまずは海の中でガイドさんから諸注意を受て慶良間諸島シュノーケリング開始、海の色や透明度は本州とは明らかに違い感激しながら、おさかなやサンゴ鑑賞、2つ目のポイントではニモやウミヘビも出現も、残念ながら下の子が寒さに耐えきれず、一旦リタイヤで船に戻るトラブルもありましたが、クルーザーの上でお弁当を食べ元気復活、ガイドさんに聞いて残したお弁当を船の上から海に投げると大きな魚が寄って来て、子供たちはまた大喜びでした。最後のポイントでは期待していたウミガメだけでなくガイドさんも滅多に見れないアカマンタ（アカエイ）も見ることが出来本当に良かったです。そして何よりガイドさんが気さくで優しく子供たちも大喜びでした。
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The laser beams made it easy to understand the locations of stars and constellations, and both children and adults enjoyed it.

I was a bit disappointed because the weather in Ishigaki Island can change rapidly; even though the forecast said it would be clear, clouds appeared and it rained, so I couldn't see a perfect starry sky. However, I was glad to see many more stars compared to Tokyo.

I would love to come back to Ishigaki Island and see the Southern Cross next time!

レーザー光線で星の場所と星座を分かりやすく解説してくれて子供も大人も楽しめました。

石垣島は天気の移り変わりが激しいので、私の時は天気予報で晴れでも雲が発生したり雨が降ったりして満点の星空とまではいかずに残念でしたが、東京に比べて沢山星が観ることができて良かったです。

また石垣島に来て今度は南十字星を観てみたいです！

When I went to Okinawa, I really wanted to visit the "Blue Cave," so I compared various shops and decided on this one. The deciding factors were that they provided a one-on-one instructor and took photos for us, which they put on a CD. It was great for us since we tend to be lazy and don't take many pictures.

On the day of the visit, there were so many people! I was surprised. I was told that this was actually less crowded for a weekday, and while waiting, I chatted with the instructor, so it wasn't too painful.

沖縄に行ったらどーしても「青の洞窟」に行ってみたかったので、色々あるショップを比較してここに決めました。
決め手は、マンツーマンでインストラクターがついてくれるとのことと、写真を撮ってCDにしてくれるとのこと。
めんどくさがって あまり写真を撮らない私たちには良かったです。

当日凄い人人人！ びっくり
これでも平日だから少ないとのこと、インストラクターさんと話しながら待っていて、そう苦痛ではなかったです。

On April 3, 2018, we went snorkeling in the Kerama Islands. The weather was great, and the sea was calm. The one-hour ride on the cruiser to the snorkeling point was filled with beautiful emerald green and blue gradients of the ocean, which made the kids very happy. This was our family's first trip to Okinawa, and the snorkeling was the first event. Thankfully, there was no seasickness, and at the first point, we received some instructions from the guide before starting our snorkeling adventure. The colors and clarity of the water were clearly different from Honshu, and we were thrilled to see the fish and coral. At the second point, we even spotted clownfish and a sea snake. Unfortunately, our younger child couldn't handle the cold and had to temporarily retire back to the boat, but after eating lunch on the cruiser, they regained their energy. When we asked the guide about throwing leftover lunch into the sea, a big fish came over, and the kids were delighted again. At the last point, we not only saw the sea turtles we were hoping for but also got to see a rare manta ray, which was truly wonderful. Above all, the guide was friendly and kind, making the kids very happy.
【2nd person free!】Limited number of monitor tour participation.

2018/4/3慶良間諸島シュノーケリングに行きました。当日は天候も良く海も穏やかでクルーザーに乗ってポイントまで約1時間の移動もエメラルドグリーン/青い海のグラデーションで子供たちも大喜び、家族4人の初めての沖縄旅行で一番初めのイベントがこのシュノーケリング。心配した船酔いも無く、初めのポイントでまずは海の中でガイドさんから諸注意を受て慶良間諸島シュノーケリング開始、海の色や透明度は本州とは明らかに違い感激しながら、おさかなやサンゴ鑑賞、2つ目のポイントではニモやウミヘビも出現も、残念ながら下の子が寒さに耐えきれず、一旦リタイヤで船に戻るトラブルもありましたが、クルーザーの上でお弁当を食べ元気復活、ガイドさんに聞いて残したお弁当を船の上から海に投げると大きな魚が寄って来て、子供たちはまた大喜びでした。最後のポイントでは期待していたウミガメだけでなくガイドさんも滅多に見れないアカマンタ（アカエイ）も見ることが出来本当に良かったです。そして何よりガイドさんが気さくで優しく子供たちも大喜びでした。
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It would have been nice if there were no clouds.
The host was a bit awkward.
I appreciated that blankets and tea were provided at this time of year!

The radar for checking the stars was amazing!

I want to come back to see the stars again in a warmer season!
Thank you very much!

雲が無かったらよかった。
司会の方がぎこちなかった。
今の時期でブランケットとお茶が出てきたのがよかったです！

星を確認するレーダーがすごかったです！

また暖かい時期に星をみにきたいです！
ありがとうごさいました！

On April 4th (Wednesday), I was taken care of by the windmill company during my trip to Iriomote Island. I had the experience of canoeing and trekking! It was my first time canoeing, but they were kind and taught me very carefully, and we had a great conversation while canoeing! During the trekking, they provided detailed and enjoyable explanations about the plants, animals, and insects, which kept things interesting.

The weather was great, and the view from above the waterfall was incredibly moving. The Yaeyama soba for lunch was prepared efficiently and was delicious. Playing in the water at the base of the waterfall was fun, and seeing the Pinaisara Falls from directly below was very impressive and breathtaking. After playing in the water, they prepared warm tea and homemade sweets for us. Next time, I want to challenge the Nara Falls course.

4月4日(水) 西表島旅行の際こちらの風車さんでお世話になりました。
カヌー、トレッキング体験をさせていただきました！カヌー初体験でしたが優しく、とても丁寧に教えて頂きカヌー中も楽しく会話が弾みました！トレッキング中も植物、動物、虫の説明を詳しく楽しくして頂き飽きさせない工夫が感じられました。
天候も良く滝上から見る景色は凄く感動し、お昼の八重山そばも手際良く作って頂き美味しかったです。滝壺での水遊びも楽しく貴重な経験をさせて頂き真下から見るピナイサーラの滝はとても迫力があり圧巻でした
滝壺での水遊び後は暖かいお茶と手作りのお菓子を用意して頂きました。次回はナーラの滝コースに挑戦したいです。

I was drawn to the name of the Star Bathing Tour, and the fact that same-day participation was allowed, along with transportation from the remote island terminal, made me choose this tour. We took a bus for about 20-30 minutes to the stargazing farm that was developed specifically for this tour. Upon arrival, there was a cute reception area, and beyond that, there were reclining chairs prepared for each participant, allowing us to sit back and enjoy the stargazing in a relaxed manner.

Although it was a clear day, I felt that the brightness of the moon might have overshadowed the stars. I had expected to see a starry sky like the one shown in the tour photos, but I honestly found the actual view disappointing as I couldn't see such a sky with the naked eye.

That said, each person was provided with binoculars, which allowed us to see stars that were not visible to the naked eye. We could also observe the stars while receiving explanations using a laser pointer, which made it more enjoyable and helped us understand the grandeur of the universe rather than just gazing aimlessly.

I participated at the end of March, and while it was still a bit chilly at night, there was a service of warm Sanpin tea and blankets. However, after being outside for about an hour, it got quite cold, and towards the end, it became a bit tough, so I think it's necessary to prepare for the cold depending on the season.

The high ratings from other participants were a factor in my decision to join, but perhaps that raised my expectations too much. I was hoping for a starry sky that matched the name of the tour. By the way, I stayed on the northern side of Ishigaki Island and saw a sky full of stars there, which made me want to join the tour again, but the visibility of the stars was completely different. I think it might be the difference between the empty northern side and the city-close southern side.

It seemed that there were many participants that day, and it took a long time for everyone to take turns looking at the moon's craters through the telescope, which significantly exceeded the scheduled end time, leading to various disappointments.

I hesitated to post this review as it might come off as harsh, but I hope that sharing this perspective can be helpful among the many high ratings.

星浴ツアーのネーミングに惹かれ、当日参加OK、離島ターミナルからの送迎ありも決め手となり、こちらのツアーへ。
このツアーのために開拓されたという星空ファームへバスで20-30分かけて向います。現地につくと可愛い受付と、その先には人数分のリクライニングチェアが準備されてあり、順次案内されゆったり座りながらの星空観察。
ただこの日は晴天でしたが、月がかなり明るかったからか？星の光が負けていたように思います。このツアーに載せてある写真のような星空が観れると思っていましたが、肉眼ではそのような星空は確認できず正直期待外れな星空でした。
とはいえ、双眼鏡が一人一台用意されていて、それを使うと肉眼では見えない星を見ることは出来ましたし、レザーポインターを使って星の説明を受けながら観察できるので、ただぼんやりと眺めるよりは宇宙の壮大さを理解でき楽しかったです。
今回3月末の参加でしたが夜はまだ肌寒く、温かいサンピン茶とブランケットのサービスがありましたが、約一時間ずっと外にいると結構冷えて最後のほうはちょっと辛かったので季節によっては自身での防寒対策必要だと思います。
参加された方の評価が高かったことも参加するきっかけになりましたが、逆に期待が大きくなってしまったのか、星浴ツアーのネーミングに期待を持ちすぎたのか・・・ちなみに今回、石垣島の北側にも宿泊し、そこで観た星空が満天の浴びるような星空で、それをもう一度みたいと思いツアーに参加したのですが星空の見え方が全然違いました。やっぱり何もない北側と市街地に近い南側の違いなのかもしれないなと思いました。
この日は人数も多かったようで、望遠鏡で月のクレーターをひとりひとり見る順番にも時間がかかり、終了予定時間を大幅に超えていたり、いろいろ残念でした。
辛口の口コミになるので投稿を迷いましたが、高評価が多い中で、このような感想があることを参考にしてもらえたらと思います。

The stargazing tour here requires a charter bus arrangement for those who do not use rental cars! We were picked up by a microbus in front of the mailbox at the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal bus stop.

After 8 PM, there are hardly any buses coming or going, so it's easy to find, but I was a bit anxious at the time of booking since I didn't know where exactly the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal bus stop was.

Notably, the way to focus the binoculars was excellent. In another tour I participated in the day before, they only used the central dial to focus on the moon, but here we focused one eye at a time (starting from the left), which was very easy to understand and provided a clear view.

The explanation of the stars was also easy to follow, and the laser pointer was used for a long time (other tours were too brief), allowing us to see with our eyes and confirm with the binoculars.

Additionally, we were shown not only stars through the telescope but also the craters of the moon. I was taught why my constellation, Leo, shines close to the horizon in July and August. Overall, the explanations were very clear and easy to understand, making it a wonderful experience.

It was intellectually enriching, and I am very grateful. This was a valuable stargazing tour that taught me things I had never known before.

ここの星空ツアーはレンタカーを使わない人はチャーターバスの手配が必要です！マイクロバスでの送迎です。
私達は離島ターミナルバス停の郵便ポスト前でした。
夜の８時以降は殆どバスの出入りが無いので分かりやすいですが、申込時は石垣島の離島ターミナルバス停の何処かを知らなかったので少し不安でした。
特筆すべきは、双眼鏡の焦点の合わせ方でした、他のツアー（前日参加）は
真ん中のダイヤルのみでの月を見ての焦点合わせ、こちらは片目（左からの順番）づつの焦点合わせでとっても分かり易くてよく見えて非常に良かったです
星空の説明も分かり易く、レイザーポインターの照射も長く（他ツアーは短すぎ）て目で見て双眼鏡で確認するまで照らし続けて頂きました。
又、天体望遠鏡で星ばかりでなく、月のクレーターも見せて頂きました。
私の星座：獅子座が何故、７月、８月は地平線近くで輝くのかも教えて頂き
全体的に説明は非常に分かり易く、とても理解し易くてとても素晴らしい。
知識的にも役に立ちました、感謝感激です。
今まで知らなかった事を教えて頂いた値打ちのある『星空ツアー』でした。

It's very convenient as they efficiently take you to a location that is quite inconvenient to reach by public transportation. However, it is still far, so the time is tight. There is one hour of free time at the Oishi Forest Park and two hours at the Churaumi Aquarium. At Oishi Forest Park, I hurriedly walked two courses. If I had a little more time, I could have walked more leisurely... At the Churaumi Aquarium, two hours is enough if you're just visiting the aquarium, but it was impossible to go to other facilities. For lunch, you choose one main dish from five options, and the sides were served buffet-style. It was delicious.

公共交通機関で行くにはとても不便な場所を効率良く連れて行ってくれるので便利です。ただ、やはり遠いので時間がパンパンです。大石林山で１時間、美ら海水族館で２時間の自由時間があります。大石林山は急ぎ足で２コース歩きました。もう少し時間があればゆっくり歩けたのですが…。美ら海水族館は水族館だけなら２時間で大丈夫ですが、他の施設に行くのは無理でした。昼食はメインを５種類の中から１品選び、サイドはビュッフェ形式でした。美味しく戴きました。

It was a bit cloudy with some wind and quite a few waves on the day, but we had a great time. The staff members who took care of our family, Ue-chan and Yuko-san, were very kind, cheerful, and fun to talk to. The 90 minutes flew by. Thank you for everything.

From all of us in the family.

当日は少し曇りで風があり結構波もありましたが
凄く楽しかったです。
私達家族を担当してくださった上ちゃん、ゆっこさん
色々とお話もでき、とても親切で明るく楽しいスタッフさんでした。
９０分があっという間に感じました。
お世話になりました。有難うございました。

家族一同

Thank you so much for allowing me to participate, even though I signed up the day before. Thanks to you, I had a wonderful time.

Specifically, the guide's stories were very interesting, and I was thrilled to experience Okinawan culture. I was especially amazed to see gobies and crabs up close for the first time, watching a goby run across the water's surface. After paddling hard in the kayak, it felt great to let the river's current take me while a pleasant breeze blew.

On the way back after the event, I even encountered a cute mongoose! I highly recommend this experience to anyone considering participating. I think it's a good idea to bring a change of clothes.

前日の申し込みでしたが、参加させて頂いて、本当にありがとうございました。おかげ様で、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。

具体的には、ガイドさんのお話が非常におもしろく、沖縄の文化に触れることができたことと、ハゼやカニを実際に見ることができて感激したこと（はじめて、ハゼが水面を走る様子を身近に見ました）、一生懸命にカヤックを漕いだ後は川の流れに任せ、心地い風が吹いて気持ちがよかったこと、などです。

解散後の帰り道で、かわいいマングースにも会いました♪
参加をご検討されている方にはぜひおススメしたいです。
着替えは持って行った方がいいと思います。

At first, I was anxious about what it would be like, but my wife and I were moved and glad we came. The timing was just right, about an hour long.

最初はどんなものかと不安でしたが、来てよかったねと妻と感動。
時間も1時間程度とちょうどよかった。

We participated as a family of three this time. Since it was March, I was a bit worried that the sea might still be a little cold, but it wasn't too cold while wearing the wetsuits. Before entering the water, the instructor provided a thorough explanation, which made me feel at ease about going into the sea. We did snorkeling and diving. When I put my face in the water while snorkeling, it felt like I was in an aquarium. The clownfish peeking out from between the corals were so cute, and I was so happy to feel like I met "Nemo." During the diving, the three of us, along with the instructor, went deep underwater. It was fun, as if I had become a fish. Since it was my first time, I was a bit anxious, but after listening to the instructor's explanation and actually diving, I felt excited and had a great time. It was the best experience.

今回家族３人で参加させていただきました。3月ということもあり、海はまだ少し寒いかなと心配していましたが、ウェットスーツを着ている間はそんなに寒くなかったです。海に入る前はインストラクターの方から丁寧な説明があるので安心して海に入ることができました。私たちはシュノーケリングとダイビングをやりました。シュノーケリングで海面に顔をつけると水族館の中にいるような気分でした。サンゴの間からのぞくクマノミがすっごくかわいくて「ニモ」に会えたみたいでうれしたったです。ダイビングではインストラクターの方とバディの３人で深くまでもぐります。自分が魚になったみたいでたのしかったです。今回が始めてだったので少し不安でしたがインストラクターの方の説明を聞いて実際にもぐってみると、わくわくしてとっても楽しかったです。最高の時間でした。

The Blue Cave looks completely different depending on where you view it from. I was guided to a spot where it looked incredibly beautiful. Without the instructor's guidance, I think it would be difficult to see it beautifully. They also took photos for me and provided the data right away.

In addition to the cave, I was able to see a wide variety of fish while snorkeling, and I am very satisfied.

見る場所によって全然ちがう見え方をする青の洞窟。とても綺麗に見えるスポットに案内頂きました。インストラクターさんの案内が無ければ、綺麗に見るのは難しいと思います。写真も撮って頂き、すぐにデータを渡して下さいました。
洞窟以外も沢山の種類の魚を、シュノーケリングで見ることができ、大変満足しています。

In the morning, we were picked up before 8 AM and headed to a shop about 10 minutes away from the port. We arrived at Tokashiki Island after about an hour by boat.

We snorkeled at three different spots, and at the first location, we encountered a baby turtle! Later, at the third spot, a turtle was gracefully swimming as well. Additionally, it felt like being in the world of Disney's Finding Nemo, with many beautiful fish swimming around.

The sea was a stunning blue, as if paint had been dropped into it. The weather was sunny, but the wind was strong and it felt quite cold. I think a rash guard is essential to prevent chafing, especially since the water temperature is still low.

The lunch we had on the water, along with Okinawa soba, was very delicious! There seemed to be many foreign participants. Everyone, including the staff, was friendly, and it was a lot of fun.

I would love to participate again next time for diving!

朝は8時前のお迎えで港まで10分くらいのショップへ。船で1時間程度で渡嘉敷島へ到着。
3箇所移動してのシュノーケリングでしたが、
一箇所目で子供の亀に遭遇！
そのあと、三箇所目でも亀が優雅に泳いでいました。その他にも、まるでディズニーのファインディングニモの世界で、たくさんの綺麗なさかなたちが泳いでいました。
海は絵の具を落としたように綺麗な青です。
お天気は晴れでしたが、風が強く、寒いくらいでした。ラッシュガードは擦れ防止になりますし、水温もまだ低いので、必須だと思います。
海の上で食べるお弁当と沖縄ソバがとても美味しかったです！
外国人参加者が多いようです。皆さん、スタッフの方が仲が良く、楽しかったです。
また次はダイビングで参加したいです！

On March 4th (Sunday), my spouse and I participated in a mangrove canoeing and trekking tour to the Pinai Sara Falls. The forecast predicted cloudy weather with occasional rain, but the day turned out to be pleasantly warm at around 23 degrees! With Daichan as our guide, we learned how to paddle a single-person canoe, and we were excited to start the tour. The river's flow was gentle, enveloping us in nature. The trekking towards the falls was enriched by Daichan's extensive experience and knowledge about the flora and fauna of Iriomote Island, allowing us to feel the grandeur of its nature up close. While shoes and backpacks can be rented, I think it's a good idea to bring your own gloves.

The numerous photos taken during the tour were impressive, especially the Sakishima Suo tree grove and its massive buttress roots, which were truly breathtaking—a definite power spot. Due to the rain a few days prior, the elusive waterfall also made an appearance. The Yaeyama soba we ate in nature was incredibly delicious.

Entering the pool at the base of the waterfall, along with all the scenery and explanations during the tour, created wonderful memories. I definitely want to try other courses as well.

3月4日(日）マングローブカヌーとトレッキング・ピナイサーラの滝つぼ、滝うえのツアーに夫婦で参加しました。曇り時々雨の予報でしたが、当日は気温23度前後の陽気！だいちゃんのガイドで一人乗りカヌーの漕ぎ方を教わり、ツアーの始まりにわくわくしました。川の流れは穏やかで自然につつまれる。滝うえ目指してのトレッキングは大ちゃんの西表島に生息する動植物の説明は豊富な経験と知識で私たちに西表島の大自然を身近に感じさせてくれました。靴やリックサックなどレンタルできますが、グローブは準備していくと良いと思います。
ツアー中に撮影して頂いた写真の数々、サキシマスオウノキ群落とその巨大な板根群に圧巻、パワースポット間違いなし。数日前からの雨で、幻の滝も出現。
自然の中で食べた八重山ソバもサイコーに美味しかった。
滝つぼの中に入ったことも、ツアー中の全ての景色と説明が思い出になりました。
他のコースも是非チャレンジしたいと思いました。

I participated with a friend. When we arrived, I was disappointed to see the sky covered with clouds, but... the clouds gradually cleared, and we were able to see a sky full of stars, which was amazing. It was fun to look at the stars through binoculars while listening to the detailed explanations! I would like to participate again.

友人と2人で参加しました。
現地に到着した時、雲に覆われていた空を見て残念に思っていたのですが…
どんどん雲が取れていき、満天の星空が見れて最高でした。
双眼鏡で星を見ながら、丁寧な解説を聞くことができて楽しかったです！
また、参加したいと思いました。

I participated in a trekking tour to Pinai Sara Falls, accompanied by my enthusiastic mother. I was astonished by the height of the waterfall, which was even more impressive than I had imagined, but surprisingly, it didn't take long to climb up. The view from the top of the waterfall was amazing. It was a clear day, and the scenery was truly beautiful. Watching the waterfall from the base had a different atmosphere, and I could have gazed at it forever. I joined the tour in March, but it was still a bit chilly, so I was disappointed that I couldn't swim in the pool. If I have the chance to visit Iriomote Island in the summer, I definitely want to swim in the pool!

They had rentals available for backpacks, waterproof bags, shoes, and more. The guide took photos during the tour, and they sent the data right after it ended. The Yaeyama soba prepared on-site at the top of the waterfall was delicious, and just when I thought I wanted something warm to drink, they served barley tea and mochi as if they were anticipating my needs. Everything was perfect. Thank you so much!

<Mangrove Canoeing + Trekking to Pinai Sara Falls & Top - Exciting facilities and warm lunch make for a delightful jungle adventure <Free photos / Hotel pickup available / Iriomote Island> by Kazeura>

ノリノリだった母親に連れられて、ピナイサーラの滝トレッキングツアーに参加しました。思ってた以上の高さから落ちる滝に、一時はカヌーの中から仰天しましたが、意外と時間もかからずに登れました。滝上からの景色は最高です。ちょうど晴天だったこともあり、本当に綺麗でした。滝つぼから滝を眺めるのもまた違った雰囲気で、いつまでも見ていられました。3月に参加したのですが、まだ肌寒く て滝つぼで泳げなかったのが唯一残念でした。夏に西表に来る機会があれば、ぜひ滝つぼで泳ぎたいと思います！

リュック、防水バッグ、シューズ等レンタル完備でした。ツアー中にガイドさんに撮っていただいた写真も終了後すぐにデータ送信してもらいました。現地調理していただいた滝上での八重山そば、あったかいものが飲みたいなあと思っていたら見計らっていたかのように出してくださった麦茶とお餅、何から何まで至れり尽くせりでした。本当にありがとうございました！

〈マングローブカヌー+トレッキング ピナイサーラの滝つぼ＆滝うえ 充実設備とあったかランチが嬉しいジャングル探検＜写真無料／指定ホテル送迎可／西表島＞by 風車 〉

I participated with my mother, and everyone was very kind and accommodating.

Since it was just after the typhoon, the sea was said to be more beautiful than usual, and it was the most stunning snorkeling experience I've had so far.

The cave was crowded because it was just before the Obon holiday, but even while waiting, the guide shared stories about the sea and delicious gourmet food, so we never felt bored.

The photos were also free, making for a great keepsake. I'm grateful for the wonderful memories created.

母と参加しましたが、皆さんとても親切に対応してくださいました。

台風が過ぎた直後だったこともあり、海がいつもより綺麗だったそうで、今までのシュノーケリングで一番綺麗でした。

洞窟の中は、お盆前ということもあり混雑していましたが、待機の間もガイドの方が海の話しや美味しいグルメの話をして下さり、暇をもてあますこともありませんでした。

写真も無料だったので良い記念になりました。
良い思い出ができ感謝です。

I was really looking forward to snorkeling in the beautiful Kerama Islands. The weather in Okinawa has been cloudy with strong winds for the past couple of days. Aside from the weather, the scenery was great, the water quality was excellent, and the table corals and fish were impressive, making for a thrilling tour.

I appreciated the thoughtful gestures from the staff, who lent me a coat and prepared warm tea, considering how cold I was feeling. It cleared up in the afternoon, but as a resort diver, I found the cold quite harsh, so I plan to try again at the end of April to May. Thank you to everyone at the shop. It became a wonderful memory of my first trip to Okinawa.

憧れの慶良間諸島でシュノーケルができるので、とても楽しみにしていました。
沖縄は2・3日前から強風の曇天。
お天気を除けば、景色良し・水質良し・テーブルサンゴ群や魚も迫力ありで迫力のあるツアーでした。
寒がる私を気遣って、スタッフさんがコートを貸してくれたり暖かいお茶を用意してくれたりと、細かな配慮が嬉しかったです。
午後から晴れてきましたが、リゾートダイバーの私には寒さが厳しかったので、次回は4-5月末にチャレンジしたいと思います。ショップの皆さん、ありがとうございました。
初沖縄の良い思い出になりました。

I was a little nervous about entering the water for the first time, but the explanations were easy to understand, and the important points were repeated several times, which made me feel at ease. Once I got into the water, it was so clear and transparent that I felt a strange sensation, not knowing how deep I was diving. I felt secure as the instructor held my hand the entire time. In the future, if I get my license, I think I would move around on my own, and I became even more eager to try diving. I will definitely come back to Kerama! Thank you very much.

初めて海中に入るという事で少し緊張しましたが、説明も分かり易く大事な所は何度も繰り返していただけたので安心できました。水の中に入ると透明で澄んでいたので、どれくらい潜っているのか分からない位で不思議な気分になりました。ずっとインストラクターの方に手をひいてもらっていたので安心できました。今後、ライセンスをとれたら一人で動き回るだろうなぁと、もっとダイビングに挑戦してみたくなりました。また慶良間に戻ってきます！有難うございました。

I heard that Allabout has been around since the 20th century, and I thought the guide would be the grandfather at Pinaisara (Shirahige), but it turned out to be a polite young guide named Daichan (24) who appeared at the dock.

After changing into the amphibious shoes (free) at the shop, the guide taught us how to handle the canoe, tips for hiking, and the names of rare trees and animals. The group, aged 16 to 50, smoothly completed about an hour of trekking up to the waterfall and enjoyed the stunning views. After that, we descended to the base of the waterfall and dove into the waterfall that is in the process of being registered as a World Heritage site! They mentioned that it might not be accessible in a few years. The splashes of water at the base of the waterfall are amazing. Since we wore life jackets, even those who can't swim were fine.

I want to tell the female participants that if walking is tough on the chest, a sports bra or a swimsuit with similar functionality might be better. Also, since we had to climb over rocks and grab onto trees, I felt gloves were necessary. Bringing work gloves would also be reassuring for your nails. Additionally, we spent nearly five hours without a restroom, so be mindful of hydration and other needs.

That said, the 2,000 yen boat fare each way and the tour participation fee felt very reasonable for such an amazing experience.

allaboutで20世紀からの老舗と伺い、ピナイサーラ（白鬚）のおじいがガイドかと思いきや、船着き場に表れたのは礼儀正しい青年ガイド、だいちゃん（24）でした。

ショップで水陸両用シューズ（無料）に履き替えたのち、ガイドさんがカヌーの扱いから山歩きのこつ、珍しい木や動物の名前を教えてくれながら16-50歳のグループは順調に滝上へ小一時間のトレッキングを終え、最高の景色を堪能しました。その後滝壺まで降りて、世界遺産登録準備中の滝へダイブ！もしかすると数年後は入れなくなるかも？とのこと。滝壺で浴びる水しぶきは最高です。ライフジャケット着用なので泳げない人も大丈夫。

女性の参加者さんに伝えたいのですが、歩くとき胸が辛いのでスポーツブラまたはその機能がある水着のほうがいいかもです。あと、岩場や木を掴んで登るので、手袋は必要と感じました。軍手でも持っていくとネイルが安心。あとお手洗いなしで5時間近く過ごすので、水分補給や例のあの日とか要注意です。

と言いつつ、片道2千円の船代もツアー参加費もお安く思える最高の体験でした。

I wanted to swim in the beautiful Kerama Blue sea with my friends, so I joined this activity! There were about six people in our group, and we had one instructor with us. I was grateful for the various explanations since I didn't know anything about the islands or the fish! I think it's a good idea to take motion sickness medication beforehand. The scenery of the blue sea and islands on the way to the Kerama Islands was very beautiful. It was a bit chilly in mid-March, but wearing a wetsuit made swimming comfortable. For those who are worried about swimming, you can float with fins and a suit, and there's something like a kickboard to hold onto, so I think you'll feel safe. Those who can swim can freely explore the corals and fish around them. The water was so clear that you could see far into the distance! I was excited to see a sea snake, and some people even spotted a sea turtle. I definitely want to go again!

友人と慶良間ブルーの海で泳いでみたいと思い参加しました！だいたい6人くらいのグループで1人インストラクターさんがついてくれました。島やお魚について何も知らなかったので、色々説明してもらってありがたかったです！酔いどめは飲んでいったほうがいいと思います。ケラマ諸島に向かう間は青い海や島など景色がとてもキレイでした。３月中旬で少し肌寒かったですが、ウェットスーツを着て泳ぐのは大丈夫でした。泳ぎが心配な方もヒレとスーツで浮くし、ビート板のようなものに捕まって連れて行ってくれるので安心かと思います。泳げる方は周りで自由にサンゴや魚たちを見ながら泳げます。遠くの方まで透き通ってとてもキレイでした！わたしはウミヘビをみてワクワクしてましたが、ウミガミを見た方もいました。是非また行きたいです！

It was unfortunately cloudy, but the instructors were very interesting and taught us with great care! You can move and swim very freely, so you can enjoy it at your own pace! They lent us wetsuits, so when we got tired, we could just float and didn't get too exhausted, allowing us to stay until the end! The warm tea on the boat was also delicious!

あいにくの曇りでしたが、インストラクターさん達もとても面白く、丁寧に教えてくださいました！！
とても自由に移動・泳げるので、自分のペースで楽しめます！！
ウエットスーツを貸してくださったので、疲れた時はぷかぷか浮いていられて、あまり疲れるとこなく、最後までいられました！！
船上での暖かいお茶も美味しかったです！！