All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

I thought the early bus pickup might be a bit tough, but I ended up enjoying myself a lot. The procedures at the terminal were quick, and we boarded a ship that was more impressive and comfortable than I expected. The arrangements for the transfer were efficient, with hardly any time wasted. It was a shame we couldn't go further into Iriomote Island due to low tide, but I had fun discovering rare birds. The lunch on Yubu Island, though small, was filled with homemade local dishes that made me feel the essence of Okinawa. Taketomi Island truly looked like something out of a poster, and time seemed to flow slowly there. The return trip was also by bus, and the transfer procedures were quick, which was great. Overall, I really felt I got my money's worth with this experience. I highly recommend it. Dorikan-kun was super cute.

バスの迎えが早くて少し辛いかなと思いましたが、そんな心配もよそにとても満喫できました。ターミナルでの手続きも早く終わり船に乗り込みましたが思っていたより立派な船で快適でした。移動の段取りは手早くて時間ロスはほとんどありませんでした。西表島では干潮で奥まで行けなかったのは残念でしたが珍しい鳥を発見したりして楽しかったです。由布島でのお弁当は、小さいながらも中には手作りの郷土料理がいっぱい入っていて沖縄を感じられました。竹富島はほんとにポスターで見るようで、時間がゆっくり流れていました。帰りもバスでしたが乗り継ぎの手続きも早くてとても良かった。全体的にこのお値段で本当に満喫できたと思います。おすすめです。ドリカン君がとってもキュート。

The tour itself was enjoyable without any issues. However, I think there is a problem with the bus transfers. Since there are no assigned seats, those who return to the bus early get to choose their seats, and those who arrive late end up separated from their families on different buses. It seemed difficult for those with small children. There are two bus transfers.

ツアー自体は問題無く楽しめました。
しかし途中のバス移動に問題があると思います。
座席が指定されていないので早くバスに戻った人から座るようで、遅れて来た方は、家族で離れて別のバスになっていました。小さいお子様連れの方は、大変そうでした。バス移動は2回あります。

The weather in Okinawa is unpredictable. I think it would be great if it didn't rain. This time, I wanted to connect with nature, but unfortunately, the rain diminished that experience. The bus had a tour guide with audio guidance through receivers, which might be a bit bland for older folks. However, it's perfect for quietly enjoying the sights.

沖縄の天気は気まぐれ。
雨が降らなければ最高だと思う。
今回、自然に触れようとしたがあいにくの雨で半減。
バスも添乗員さんが居てレシーバーで音声ガイダンス、年配の方には味気ないかな？静かに観光するにはもってこいだけど。

This was my first stay in Ishigaki Island. Although it was just a little over half a day of sightseeing, I was blessed with good weather and had a fulfilling time.

Before participating, I had planned not to include the glass-bottom boat. However, when we arrived at Kabira Bay, we encountered a sudden rain shower and decided to join in. Even with the rain, the water's clarity in the bay remained exceptionally high, allowing us to enjoy the corals and fish, which was a lot of fun. In the end, it was definitely the right decision to participate. When we disembarked, the blue sky spread out before us, and we enjoyed the wonderful scenery. At other stops, I was captivated by the beauty of Ishigaki Island.

Lunch was much more luxurious than I had expected, and I enjoyed delicious Okinawan cuisine! During the bus ride, we had interesting and informative stories, along with lively performances of sanshin and singing.

Next time I stay in Ishigaki Island, I would like to visit the places I went to this time again.

初めての石垣島滞在。半日ちょっとの観光でしたが、お天気にも恵まれ充実した時間を過ごせました。
参加前はグラスボートをつけない予定でした。なぜか川平湾についたときのみ通り雨にあい、急遽参加しました。雨でも湾内の透明度は変わらず非常に高く、サンゴや魚を鑑賞でき楽しかったです。結果、参加して正解。下船したときには、青空が広がり素晴らしい景色も堪能。その他の下車地でも石垣島の美しさにうっとりしました。
お昼は予想より非常に豪華で、沖縄のご飯を美味しくいただきました！バス移動中は面白く為になる話と三線&歌で盛り上がりました。
次回石垣島に滞在するときは、今回訪れた場所にまた行ってみたいです

I used this service on the second day of my stay. Since the pickup location was the hotel I was staying at, I had no trouble finding the meeting point, and it allowed us to efficiently visit the tourist spots, making it highly recommended for first-timers. Most of the participants were foreigners, but there is an earphone guide available, the bus is clean, and the guide was experienced and efficient, which made me feel at ease.

滞在2日目に利用しました。ピックアップ先が宿泊していたホテルでしたので集合場所に迷う事なく、観光スポットを効率よく回れるので初めての方にお勧めです。外国の方がほとんどでしたが、イヤホンガイドもありますし、バスは綺麗ですし、ガイドさんはテキパキ慣れた方で安心です。

You can efficiently visit Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, Okashi Goten, Manza Beach, and Ryukyu Village in one day. Personally, I wished I had a bit more time at Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, and Manza Beach. Okashi Goten might feel a bit pointless for those who aren't interested in shopping, but there is a beautiful beach and a café behind it where you can take a break.

古宇利島・美ら海水族館・お菓子御殿・万座毛・琉球村を１日で効率よく回れます。個人的には、古宇利島・美ら海水族館・万座毛でもう少し時間が欲しかったです。お菓子御殿は、買い物タイムのため買い物不要な人には手持ち無沙汰ですが、裏に綺麗なビーチ、カフェがあり休憩できます

You can efficiently visit Kouri Island, Churaumi Aquarium, Okashi Goten, Manza Beach, and Ryukyu Village in one day. Okashi Goten is a shopping stop, but there is a beautiful beach and a café behind it where you can take a short break. This tour is very popular and was fully booked on the day.

古宇利島・美ら海水族館・お菓子御殿・万座毛・琉球村を１日で効率よく回れます。御菓子御殿は、買い物タイムですが、裏に綺麗なビーチ、カフェがありますので小休止できます。本ツアー、大変人気で当日は満席でした

I was skeptical about visiting three islands in one day, but the schedule for each island was just right, and I was able to have a meaningful day.

１日で３島をまわるのはどうなのかと疑問を感じていましたが、各島でのスケジュール感もほどよく、有意義な一日を過ごすことができました。

The tour was comfortable and efficient for exploring the northern region, blessed with good weather. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided plenty of explanations. There were many foreign visitors, and the tour was almost full, but the explanations regarding departure times were clear, so there were no delays. Personally, I would have liked a bit more time to visit the observation tower on Kouri Island, but I enjoyed it thoroughly.

好天にもめぐまれ、北部観光を効率よく回るのに快適なツアーでした。とても知識豊富なガイドさんがたっぷり説明もしてくださいました。外国の方も多く、ほぼ満席状態でしたが、出発時間などの説明もきちんとされていたので遅れることもありませんでした。個人的にはもう少し古宇利島で展望タワーに行けるくらいの時間が欲しかったですが、十分楽しめました。

You can relax and spend time on Yufu Island. The mangrove cruise was also easy to understand thanks to the friendly guide. Considering transportation and efficiency, I think an optional tour is a good choice for island sightseeing.

由布島でゆっくり過ごせます。マングローブクルーズもガイドさんが親切でわかりやすかったです。交通の便や効率性を考えると離島観光はＯＰツアーが良いと思います。

Participating alone
Since I rarely acted in a group, it was quite relaxed for me.
It might be good for beginners to easily experience various things.

一人で参加
特に団体で行動する事が少なかったので
自分的には気楽であった
初心者には簡単に色々と経験出来ていいかも

I had a whole day free while traveling alone, so I decided to make a reservation. My main goal was the Ocean Expo Park, but since I had the opportunity, I chose this tour that also allowed me to visit places I hadn't had the chance to go to before.

As a result, I was able to take photos at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, and I thoroughly enjoyed both Pineapple Park and Ryukyu Mura. Although my stay at places other than Churaumi was short, I personally felt it was just the right amount of time without feeling rushed.

The guide, despite saying they were inexperienced, provided a thorough and reassuring tour. If you're participating with multiple people, three hours might not be enough to fully enjoy the aquarium, but I think this plan is perfect for solo travelers.

1人旅で丸々1日空いていたので、予約してみました。目当ては海洋博公演でしたが、せっかくなので、あえて行く機会がなかなか無かった場所にも寄れるこのツアーをチョイス。
結果的に、美ら海水族館での写真撮影はもちろん、パイナップルパークも琉宮城もしっかり楽しめました。美ら海以外は滞在短めですが、個人的には時間を持て余すことが無くちょうど良いくらいでした。
ガイドさんは、不慣れとおっしゃりつつも丁寧にガイドしてくださり、安心できました。
複数人で参加の場合は、水族館をじっくり見たりと3時間滞在では足りないかもしれませんが、1人旅にはピッタリのプランだと思います。

Our guide, Hiromi Izumi, showcased her extensive knowledge and provided an exceptional experience with singing, dancing, and storytelling. She even taught us the traditional Kachashi dance and created her own quizzes, demonstrating her dedication to service as a veteran guide. I was also impressed by her calm handling of late guests.

ガイドさんの泉広美さん。豊富な知識での案内に加え、歌に踊りに紙芝居、さらにカチャーシー指導や自作のクイズまでサービス精神の塊でベテランガイドの至芸を見せてくださいました。遅刻する客に対する処し方も穏やかで感服しました。

As the title suggests, it rained all day, but we had a great time on the bus thanks to the bus guide's talks, songs, and dances. Also, the aquarium was as impressive as rumored, and my daughter was very satisfied.

タイトルの通り終日雨でしたが、バスガイドさんのトークやら歌やら踊りでバス車内では楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。また、水族館は噂通りの迫力で娘も大満足でした。

The weather was bad, so I couldn't see the Marine Blue that I was looking forward to. I was a bit disappointed because I had high expectations for Marine Blue. The male guide entertained us during the tour with the sound of the sanshin and local island songs. The tour included plenty of highlights like the Tomb of the Chinese, Kabira Bay, Tamatorizaki Observatory, and the Yaeyama Palm forest, making it a great deal.

The morning bus tour with lunch was a good value and highly recommended. The ingredients for lunch were great, and the pickled bitter melon was the best. I wanted to buy some to take home. I enjoyed it very much.

I made a mistake and got the date wrong, which caused trouble for the bus company, Beltora. However, thanks to the bus company's proper advice, I was able to change it to the next day, which made me happy. Without the bus company's advice, I would have lost my payment. I would also like to thank Beltora and the bus company for their assistance.

お天気が悪くて、楽しみにしていたマリーンブルーを見ることができませんでした。
マリーンブルーへの期待が大きかったため、少々がっかり。
男性ガイドさんの”さんしん”の音色と地元の島唄　ツアー中楽しませてくれます。
唐人墓、川平湾、玉取崎展望台、ヤエヤマヤシの林と盛りだくさんで、お得です。
午前発ランチ付きのバスツアー　お得でお勧めです。
ランチの食材もよかったし、ゴーヤの漬け物最高でした。買って帰りたいくらいでした。おいしくいただきました。

ミスで、日にちを間違えて、バス会社、ベルトラさんに迷惑をおかけしましたが、バス会社の適切なアドバイスで翌日に変更してもらい、うれしかったです。バス会社さんのアドバイスがなければ、代金を損するところでした。また対応してくださったベルトラさん、バス会社さんにもお礼申し上げます。

The morning course is a great deal with lunch included. The wonderful voice of the male guide, the sound of the sanshin, and the island songs are enjoyable. I wish there had been some sunshine. I was looking forward to the color of the sea at Kabira Bay, but it was cloudy, which was disappointing. The lunch was delicious, and aside from the weather, I was satisfied. I made a mistake with the date, but the staff at Veltra were very helpful, which made me happy. I highly recommend this course; it offers great value.

午前のコースはランチ付きでお得です。
男性ガイドのすてきな声、さんしんの音色、島唄は楽しませてくれます。
これで晴れ間があれば、よかったのですが。
川平湾の海の色を期待していたのですが、曇り空で残念。
ランチもおいしかったし、空模様以外は満足です。
自分のミスで日にちを間違えており、それにもベルトラさんが対応してくれて、うれしかったです。
お勧めで、お得感いっぱいのコースです。

It was a tour that covered all the highlights.
The male guide provided explanations, making sure to cover the key attractions.
He entertained us by playing the sanshin and singing island songs.
Unfortunately, due to the bad weather, we couldn't see the colors of the sea that we were hoping for.

見所を押さえた一周ツアーです。
男性のガイドさんの説明で、見所を押さえたツアーでした。
さんしんを弾きながら、島唄を歌って楽しませてくれます。
お天気が悪くて期待していた海の色はみえませんでした。

It depends on the weather, but you can take a tour that includes lunch at a low price. The male guide's fun island songs and the sound of the sanshin made the time fly by. This time, the weather was bad, and the color of the sea in Ishigaki Island was not great. It was disappointing. The lunch was delicious, and it would have been perfect if the sun had come out.

お天気に左右されますが、安くてランチ付きで一周できます。
男性ガイドさんの楽しい島唄、さんしんの音色で、時間はあっと言うまに過ぎました。
今回は天気が悪くて、石垣島の海の色はもうひとつでした。残念でした。
ランチもおいしかったし、これで晴れ間が出れば最高だったのですが。

I was disappointed because I was expecting the color of the sea. The guide's talk was interesting, and time passed quickly. I took a glass-bottom boat, but the weather was bad, and the coral reef was not great. The lunch was just okay. It was good for the price to make a quick round, but I think it depends on the weather.

海の色を期待していたので、残念。
案内の人のトークが面白くて、時間が過ぎるのが早かった。
グラスボートに乗りましたが、天気が悪くて珊瑚礁もう一つでした。
お昼の食事はまあまあ。
ざっと一周するには、値段の割によかったですが、天気によると思います。

After arriving at Taketomi Island, we were taken by car to the water buffalo cart boarding area, and we were also able to rent bicycles at the same location. We were very satisfied with both experiences. Since we had made a reservation, everything went smoothly. We took the ferry that departed Ishigaki Port at 10:45 and returned from Taketomi Island at 14:10, but the popular restaurants were crowded, and we didn't have enough time to get in. The roads are sandy and there are many hills, so it can be a bit challenging for those who are not used to riding bicycles. On sunny days, I think it’s a good idea to have sunglasses and a hat.

竹富島に到着後、車で水牛車乗り場まで連れて行っていただき、レンタサイクルも同じ場所でできました。どちらも大満足でした。
予約してあったので全てスムーズに行きました。10:45石垣港発14:10竹富島発の船に乗りましたが、人気のレストランは混んで居ては入れないなど時間が足りないくらいでした。
道は砂が敷いてあり坂道が多いので、自転車に乗り慣れて居ない人には少し大変です。
晴れている日にはサングラスや帽子があるといいと思います。

I appreciated the shuttle service and that it was okay to participate alone. It was my first time going to the northern part of the main island. From Cape Henna, the northernmost point, I could faintly see Yoronjima. At Oishi Forest Park, it wasn't as crowded as I expected, so I was able to pass through the rock of reincarnation, which is said to allow you to be reborn if you go through it three times, without bothering anyone. Since it was New Year's Day, they served special sweet red bean soup. While I was quietly gazing at the scenery, a swallowtail butterfly fluttered by and landed on my smartphone, which made me very happy. The hotel lunch was luxurious. The aquarium visit was short, so I focused on the whale shark and dolphin show. I bought souvenirs at the candy castle. Since there were many foreign visitors, the bus had an audio guide. I'm sure the foreign guests felt reassured. It was a very fulfilling day. Thank you very much.

送迎があり一人参加OKで助かりました。本島の北には初めて行きました。最北端の辺戸岬から与論島がぼんやり見えました。大石林山では思ったより混んでいなかったので三回くぐると生まれ変われるという生まれ変わりの岩もどなたのじゃまにもならずにくぐることができました。元旦ということで特別お汁粉がふるまわれていました。景色をじっと眺めていたらアゲハチョウがひらひらと飛んできてスマホにとまってくれました。なんだかとてもうれしかったです。ホテルのランチは豪華でした。水族館は時間が短いのでジンベイザメとイルカショーに絞りました。お菓子御殿でお土産を買いました。外国のかたが多いのでバスの中は音声ガイドでした。きっと外国のかたは安心と思います。とても充実した一日でした。ありがとうございました。

I booked a hotel in Naha City, so it was easy to get around on this tour. The underwater observatory was a bit disappointing, but I was satisfied with everything else. I recommend this tour over renting a car and driving around, especially since the admission tickets are included in the package.

那覇市内にホテルを取っていたので、このツアーで楽に回れました。海中展望台だけはイマイチでしたが、他は満足できました。自分でレンタカーを借りて回るより、また入場券もパックなのでお奨めです。

Instead of following a single guide the whole time, the system allows you to follow your course number and navigate the route. Guides are waiting at each location, so there’s no need to worry about getting lost, and it felt free enough to act independently. The guide's stories were great as well.

However, it was unfortunate that the weather was bad on the day of the tour, and it was quite cold, so I wish I had dressed a bit warmer.

ずっと１人のガイドについて回るのではなく、自分のコース番号に従ってルートを回る仕組みになっていますが、各場所でガイドさんが待っていてくれますし、特に迷う心配もなく、個人行動しているくらいの自由さでよかったです。ガイドさんの話もよかったです。
ただ、残念だったのは当日、天気が悪く、かなり寒かったので、もう少し暖かい格好で行けばよかったです。

I thought I had booked the tour with the famous old man, but a woman was in charge. The tour had plenty of time at each location, allowing us to see everything thoroughly. The guide's explanations were clear and interesting, making it a more fulfilling experience than I expected. I wouldn't recommend the lunch as it wasn't very tasty, but everything else was wonderful, so I would love to go again if I get the chance.

名物おじさんのツアーと思い午前中の予約にしたのですが、女性の方が担当でした。ツアーはどこも時間に余裕がありしっかり見ることが出来たのとガイドさんの説明が分かりやすく、面白かったので予想以上に充実したツアーになりました。ランチはあまり美味しくなかったのでオススメしませんが、それ以外は素晴らしいのでまたチャンスがあれば行きたいです。

Sometimes younger guides will assist, but this time, an older gentleman guided us. It was impressive how he gently and leisurely guided us, even including some words that were hard to understand (I think everyone was able to grasp the meaning from the surrounding context). I was also moved by the intelligence of the island's most handsome (handsome water buffalo) Pīsuke. I didn't use this service when I visited Taketomi Island before, but I'm glad I did this time! I'm very satisfied! ☆

若い方が案内してくれることもありますが、今回はおじーが案内をしてくれました。
ところどころ、理解できない言葉もはさみつつ（前後の文章からみんなイメージして理解していると思う）やさしくのんびり案内してくれたのが印象的。島一番のイケメン（イケ水牛）ぴーすけの賢さにも感動。以前竹富島にきたときには利用しなかったのですが、利用して正解！大満足です☆

I used this service during my first visit to Taketomi Island. The cost performance was good, and I was very satisfied. I went to several famous restaurants on the island, but to be honest, I didn't understand why they were popular. (They weren't delicious...)

初の竹富島観光で利用させていただきました。
コスパも良く大変満足でした。
島で有名な店(食事する所)に何店か行きましたが、そこは正直なんで流行ってるのか分からなかったです。(美味しくない…)

I stayed for just half a day to visit Iriomote Island in the afternoon. I made a reservation in advance, which allowed me to enjoy Taketomi Island smoothly. I was unsure whether to rent an electric bike, but a regular one was sufficient.

午後に西表島に行くために、半日だけの滞在。
先に予約しておいてスムーズに竹富島を楽しめました。
レンタサイクル電動か迷いましたが、普通で充分でした。

The content of the tour was as I expected, both good and bad, but above all, the weather was pleasantly mild, neither too hot nor too cold.

I had quite a bit of free time after crossing to Yufu Island, but I was able to search for crabs and other creatures in the tidal flats and take photos of the mangroves, so it turned out to be okay.

Unexpectedly, I learned that I could walk back from Iriomote Island, so I didn't take the cart and walked back through the tidal flats.

I was able to take some great photos, it felt nice, and above all, it was a valuable and interesting experience.

ツアーの内容自体は思っていた通りで、良くも悪くもという感じでしたが、何より天気が暑くも寒くもなく気持ちよかったです。
由布島に渡ってからのフリーの時間がけっこう余りましたが、干潟でカニや生き物を探したり、マングローブの写真を撮ったりできたので、結果的にはokです。
思いがけず、西表島に歩いてでも帰れることを知ったので、牛車には乗らず、干潟を歩いて戻りました。
とてもいい写真が撮れたし、気持ちよかったし、何よりいい経験ができて面白かったです。

I was able to fully enjoy my first visit to Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island with an efficient tour! We went cycling on Taketomi Island, and there were bicycles with child seats, so our family of four had a great time!

無駄のないツアーで初めての西表島、由布島、竹富島を満喫できました！
竹富島ではサイクリングをしましたが、子供乗せ自転車もあったので家族4人で楽しめました！

I was unsure whether to rent a car in Ishigaki Island or to use a jumbo taxi or bus for sightseeing, so I made my reservation with some hesitation. Just before the trip, the jumbo taxi driver suggested that instead of taking the bus, we could continue sightseeing with the jumbo taxi. However, I thought it might be difficult to cancel, so I decided to go ahead with it. We had a child in a wheelchair, but both the bus driver and the guide were very nice, and I really appreciated their help with folding and lifting the wheelchair and their consideration for the child’s needs! The guide was skilled, incorporating songs and the sanshin, which made for a very enjoyable half-day filled with laughter and jokes. They took us to places we wouldn’t have been able to visit on our own, and we had a great time.

石垣島でレンタカー借りるより、ジャンボタクシーや、バスで観光出来るかな？と迷いながらの予約申込でした。直前、ジャンボタクシーの人から、バスで観光するより、このままジャンボタクシーで観光しては？と言われましたが、キャンセルするのもどうかなと思い、そのまま参加しました。車椅子の子供がいたのですが、バスの運転手さんもガイドさんも好い人で、車椅子をたたんでの上げ下ろしや、不自由な子供への配慮がとても有難かったです！ガイドも上手で、歌や三線取り入れて、笑いあり、冗談ありでとても楽しい半日でした。家族だけではなかなか行けないところに連れていってくれ、楽しかったです