All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

I joined this tour because I wanted to ride a water buffalo cart. It's efficient since you can visit three islands in one day. There was enough time on Iriomote Island and Yufu Island, but I was a bit disappointed that there wasn't much time on Taketomi Island. The water buffalo cart ride I was looking forward to was very pleasant.

水牛車に乗りたくて参加しました。
1日で3島まわれるので効率が良いです。
西表島と由布島には時間的ゆとりがありましたが、竹富島はあまり余裕がなかったのだけが残念です。
楽しみにしていた水牛車はとても気持ちが良かったです。

I haven't obtained my driver's license yet, so I chose this bus tour that includes admission tickets. As expected, bus tours don't allow for detours and have limited time, so it felt more like moving with a constant awareness of the time rather than leisurely sightseeing. However, considering that you can visit multiple tourist spots in one day without a car, and that admission tickets are included for places like Pineapple Park and Churaumi Aquarium, I think it's quite a good deal overall. There were many families with children, and since the travel time was quite long, there were kids crying for nearly an hour, which might be stressful for some. But I also realized that being in a large group has its benefits, like making friends with those sitting next to you. It was a bus tour that made me feel that way! If I have the opportunity, I would love to participate in a different bus tour as well!

免許をまだ取得しておらず、レンタカーを借りることができなかったので今回入場券等が付いているこのバスツアーを選択しました。
やはりバスツアーは寄り道ができなかったり、時間も限られているのでゆっくり観光というよりは常に時間を気にして動くという感じでした。
ですが、一日の中で車がなくとも何箇所も観光地を巡れる点や、パイナップルパークや美ら海水族館に関しては入場券が付いているのでトータルで考えるととてもお得だと思います。
子供連れのお客さんも多く、移動時間がとても長いので1時間近く泣き叫んでる子もいてストレスになる人は少なからずいるのかなとも思いました。
でもお隣さんと仲良くなれたりと、大勢で動くからこそ良いこともあるんだなと実感したバスツアーでした！また機会があったら違うバスツアーにも参加させていただきたいです！

I was able to efficiently visit the sights during my morning tour of Ishigaki Island, and the guide's explanations were enjoyable, making for a great time. It was also nice to be able to make a stop at the airport along the way.

午前の石垣島観光で、効率よく名所を回ることができ、ガイドの解説も楽しく良い時間を過ごせました。また空港で途中下車できたのも良かったです。

I felt the spirit of Okinawa that connects to the present, knowing that the crossing by water buffalo cart began with a man who defied the administration.

水牛車での渡りが、行政に刃向かった一人の爺さんから始まったことを知って、今に通じる沖縄の魂を感じた。

I was able to efficiently explore the islands on my first trip to Ishigaki Island. It was great to stop at Taketomi Island and travel the way we wanted.

初めての石垣島旅行で離島巡りを効率的にできました。竹富島で途中下船して自分たちのやりたい様に旅ができて良かったです。

I didn't know anything about Ishigaki, but the person was very kind and taught me a lot. They were also an excellent driver, and I had a lot of fun. I wondered if it was tough for them to drive for such a long time, but they patiently accompanied me, and I truly felt that coming to Ishigaki was a great decision.

石垣については全く知らなかったのですが、とても親切な方で色々なことを教えていただき、運転も非常に上手でとても楽しかったです
長時間のプランを申し込んで運転も大変だったかなとか思ったりもしたのですが、粘り強く付き合っていただき、石垣に本当に来てよかったと思えました

I participated with my three-year-old grandchildren.
We had a lot of fun with the mangrove boat, glass-bottom boat, and water buffalo cart.

3歳の孫たちと参加しました
マングローブの船
グラスボート
水牛車
と盛りだくさんで、とても楽しかったです

Although we couldn't take our time because we were moving quickly to see many places in a short time, I really enjoyed it since I wanted to explore various spots efficiently. Compared to transferring buses, we were able to move around without wasting time. Since each stop is brief, I think it would be more enjoyable if you do some research in advance and plan your pacing!

It was great that we could eat and drink on the bus, allowing us to use travel time for meals. At Manzamo, after taking a quick round, you have some extra time, so I recommend buying a fruit-filled smoothie bowl from the second floor of the building and enjoying it as breakfast on the bus!

On the way back, we got off at Hilton, and we were able to catch the sunset at American Village, which was perfectly timed! I had a very fulfilling day. Thank you very much.

One disappointing thing was that the person in front of me reclined their seat quite deeply without asking, which made it uncomfortable. It might have just been an isolated incident, but it would have been nice if the bus guide or the tour instructions had mentioned something about reclining seats to avoid awkwardness. The bus isn't very spacious, so it felt quite cramped when the seat was fully reclined. I hope no one else has to experience the same discomfort in the future.

短時間にたくさん回ってくださるためあまりゆっくりはできませんが、サクサク色んなところを周りたかった自分はとても楽しめました。
バスを乗り継いだりするのと比べ、無駄な時間がなく効率よく回ることができました。
一つ一つが短時間なためあらかじめ下調べをしたり、回るペース配分など決めておくとより楽しめると思います！

バスの中で飲食が可能なため、移動時間を食事にあてられるのもとてもよかったです。
万座毛はくるっと一周したら時間が余るので建物2階にあるフルーツたっぷりのミキボウルを買って朝食としてバスの中で食べるのがおすすめです！

帰りはヒルトンで下車し、タイミング的にアメリカンヴィレッジでサンセットを見ることもできました！
とても充実した１日を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。

一つ残念だったのは、バスの車内で前の座席人に声かけもされず勝手にリクライニングをかなり深くまで倒されたことです。
今回たまたまそういった方がいただけかもしれませんが、こちらから直接戻してほしいと声をかけるのはお互い気まずく気を使うため、バスガイドさんからやツアーの注意事項などで、リクライニングに関して全体に一言あればよかったと思います。
決して広いバスではないため思い切り倒されてかなり圧迫感がありしんどかったです。
今後同じ思いをする方がいないことを祈ります。

Mr. Kim, our guide, was very kind and friendly. I believe he will become No. 1 in the future. Thanks to Mr. Kim, I had the best travel experience! ♪

ガイドさんのキムさんはとても親切であり、友善な人です。今後はNo.1になると信じています。キムさんのおかげで、最高な旅時間を過ごしました♪

I highly recommend experiencing it at least once! Not only is it quite fun, but the spontaneous interactions with the locals create wonderful shared moments... I believe everyone has their own unique way of enjoying it.

一度は是非体験してみては如何でしょう⁈
結構楽しいだけでなく
島の方々とのふとした交流がまた素敵な時間を共有できて…
皆さんの楽しみ方は無限だと思います

I was able to efficiently explore Mishima. I recommend it for first-time visitors or those with limited time. The guides on Iriomote Island were also very skilled and provided great assistance.

効率よく三島巡りができました。初めて訪問する場合や時間が無い場合におすすめします。西表島のガイドの方々の案内もとても上手でよかったです。

Thank you for discovering the nature of Iriomote (Amur Falcon), the water buffalo cart to Yubu Island, and the wonderful cycling tour of Taketomi Island. Next year, I will walk around Taketomi Island all day.

西表の自然（アンムリワシ）発見、由布島への水牛車ありがとう、そして竹富島を自転車で観光素晴らし。来年は、一日中竹富島を歩いて廻ります。

We were able to visit tourist spots that we definitely couldn't have managed without a car, and we were very satisfied. On the way back, we got off at a different location near the Hilton Hotel, which marked the end of the tour, and we were able to stop by American Village to see the sunset.

自分達では到底車なしでは回れない観光地を無駄なく回ることができ、大満足です。帰りは行きと違う場所でヒルトンホテル下車にして、ツアー終了にしたので、アメリカンビレッジに立ち寄り夕陽も見れました。

The bus driver, who was also the guide for the mangrove tour, was driving alone, and I could feel their effort. I think it was good because I was able to hear some enjoyable stories.

バスの運転手、マングローブの運転手が一人で運転しながらガイドをしていたので頑張りが伝わって来た。楽しい話も聞けたので良いと思う。

Among the many remote islands, I was able to enjoy a compact and well-planned sightseeing experience. It was my first visit to Ishigaki Island, and I was able to fully appreciate the beauty of the nature and scenery of the Yaeyama Islands, as well as the unique charm of each island. I absolutely recommend it.

On the ferry to Iriomote Island, I paid 500 yen for a premium seat, and the view from next to the captain's seat was amazing. I was moved to be able to take commemorative photos.

The mangrove forest made me truly feel like I was in a tropical paradise, and the water buffalo on Yubu Island were incredibly cute. The relaxed atmosphere and the songs played on the sanshin added to the ambiance.

On the glass-bottom boat in Taketomi, I was able to see many fish, including the clownfish. Everything was just fantastic.

離島がいくつもある中で、計画的にコンパクトに観光ができました。初めて訪れた石垣島でしたが、八重山の自然と景色の美しさ、それぞれの島の良さを堪能することができました。絶対オススメです。西表島に渡る船では500円出してプレミアムシートにしましたが、船長席の脇から眺める景色は最高でした。記念撮影をさせていただき感動でした。
マングローブの林は南国に来た実感が湧き、由布島に渡る水牛もとても可愛いらしかったです。のんびりとした時間が流れ三線での歌も雰囲気を盛り上げてくださいました。
竹富のグラスボートではカクレクマノミ始め沢山の魚を見ることができました。とにかく全て最高でした。

The shuttle service to the hotel allowed us to efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island all in one day.

I don't think I could have planned such an efficient trip on my own.

The water buffalo on Yubu Island really gave me a sense of being in a foreign land, and it was a lot of fun.

Renting a bicycle on Taketomi Island was definitely the right choice! Although our stay was a bit short and we couldn't stop by any shops, I was very satisfied with visiting the beaches I wanted to see, including the Star Sand Beach!

ホテルまでの送迎もあり1日で西表島～由布島～竹富島と３島を効率よく回れました

自分でプラン立ててたらなかなかここまで効率よく回れないと思いました

由布島の水牛がとても異国を感じさせてくれて楽しかったです

竹富島は自転車借りて正解！少し滞在時間が短かったのでお店などには寄れなかったけど行きたかった海岸や星の砂のビーチを巡れて大満足です！

There was a lot of moving around, and I felt that the time spent at each sightseeing spot was a bit lacking. It might be good for those who want to efficiently visit many places in one day.

移動が多く、それぞれの観光時間が少し物足りなく感じました。効率よく一日でたくさん回りたい方にはいいかもしれません。

I had only booked my flight and hotel for my first trip to Okinawa, and while I was considering renting a car, I ended up searching for bus tours and found this site, where I made a trial reservation. The result was the best trip ever. Around 8 AM, the guide came to pick me up at the hotel lobby and escorted me to the bus parked nearby. After that, we headed north, picking up guests in front of various hotels, visiting several sightseeing spots, and thoroughly enjoying the main attraction, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. Finally, we went to a souvenir shop, and I returned to my hotel at around 7:30 PM. For lunch, you can either grab something quick at each sightseeing spot or buy something in advance to eat on the bus. I chose the latter and had a great time at the attractions. Along the way, the guide shared stories about the scenery and introduced the charm of Okinawa, pointing out various highlights and even mentioning which tourist spots had slow cash registers. It was a delightful and educational day. Since the tour fee included admission to all the places, I didn’t have to do anything special—just enjoy myself, which was fantastic. I kept thinking how tough it would have been if I had rented a car, with a two-hour drive each way and the wait time for tickets.

初沖縄旅行に飛行機とホテルしか決まってなく、レンタカーにしようかなと思いつつ、バスツアーを探したら、こちらのサイトに辿り着き、試し予約してみました。結果としては最高の旅でした。朝8時頃にホテルロビーまでガイトさんが迎えに来られ、ホテルのそばに停めてあったバスの席まで案内し、その後は北上しながら各ホテル前までお客さんを受け入れ、いくつかの観光地をめぐり、メインとなる美ら海水族館をたっぷりと満喫したあと、最後のスポットとなるお土産のところまでいき、その後は各ホテルまでお客さんを送り帰す、僕の泊まっていたホテルに着いたのが夜7時半です。昼食は各観光地にて手早く簡単に済ませるか、事前に買って置いてバス中で食べるのもできます。僕は後者を選択して、観光地で思いきり楽しんできました。道中にガイトさんから風景にまつわるお話や沖縄の風情に関する紹介、各所の見るポイントとどこの観光地のレジ精算が遅いまでいろいろ教えてもらい、とても愉快で、勉強となった1日でした。ツアー料金に各所の入場料も含めていたので、自分が特に何かをする事もなく、ただただ楽しむだけ、最高でした。もし自分がレンタカーを借りてしまったら、片道2時間の運転と入場券買うの待ち時間はどんなだけ辛いことだろうと次ぐ次ぐ思いました。

I mostly enjoyed it, but.
As the title suggests, Pineapple Park was a bit disappointing.
It was different from what I expected, and I was let down...

ほぼ楽しめました、が。
タイトル通りパイナップルパークは、ちょっとガッカリでした
期待してたのとは違い、残念でした…

It was raining, and the boat to Iriomote Island was rocking quite a bit, but when I boarded the mangrove cruise ship, the rain lightened up and it was great to open the windows for viewing. The boat got close to the sights, and the guide was very clear and informative, which was wonderful. The water buffalo on Yubu Island were also interesting, and the guide's stories were entertaining, but it seemed that from the very back seat, the voice didn't reach very well, so I recommend sitting at the front!

雨が降っており、西表に行く船はよくゆれたがマングローブのクルーズ船に乗った時は、小雨になり窓を開けての見学はとても良かったです。近くまで船が寄ってくれ、ガイドの方も分かりやすくとてもよかったです。
由布島の水牛も、ガイドさんの話が面白くてよかったが、一番うしろの席だと声はあまり届かなかったようなので、一番前がお勧めですね♪

I was able to efficiently visit three remote islands.
(I think it would have been difficult for an individual on their first time.)
This is a recommended tour for first-timers.

離島３島をとても効率よくまわることができました。
（初めてで個人ならば難しかったと思います。）
初めての方におすすめのツアーです。

I was grateful for the shuttle service from the hotel. Although there was no tour guide, I had no trouble and was able to enjoy sightseeing smoothly. It was nice that I could use the bus to visit the village and Kaiji Beach during my free time on Taketomi Island.

ホテルから送迎があるのが有り難かったです。
添乗員は居ないけど困ることはなくスムーズに観光出来ました。
竹富島はフリータイムでしたがバス利用で集落やカイジ浜に行けたので良かったです。

The bus driver's storytelling was excellent.
The stories were so engaging that the atmosphere in the bus was lively.

This was my first time visiting, and although it was a whirlwind one-day tour,
everyone was very satisfied, especially since it was my mother's wish to go.

I have created more memories with my mother on this trip. ♡

バスの運転手さんのお話が上手。
〇み〇ろ並みのお話で、車内盛り上がりました。

今回、初の上陸、駆け足での1日のツアーではありましたが、
「行きたい」と言ってくれた母の立っての場所という事もあり、
同行者全員大満足でした。

母との旅の思い出がまた増えました♡

Overall, I think it's a great value tour, but places like Pineapple Park can feel a bit rushed, so those who aren't fond of packed tours might want to reconsider. I personally enjoyed being able to visit so many places! I think it's considerate that admission tickets to each facility are included.

全体的にはお得なツアーだと思いますが、パイナップルパークとかは割と急ぎ足なので、詰め込みツアーが苦手な人は止めといた方が良いですね。自分はこのくらい色々と行けるのが楽しいので良かったです！
各施設の入場券が含まれてるのは良心的だと思います。

There is a walking course in Yufushima, and I was truly able to enjoy nature surrounded by tropical trees! The lunch was also delicious Okinawan cuisine.

由布島の中は散策できるコースがあり、まさに南国の木々に囲まれた自然を満喫できました！昼食も沖縄料理で美味しかったです。

I was able to efficiently explore each island in a short amount of time while truly experiencing their charm. I would like to request this again.

短時間で効率良く回りながら、それぞれの島の魅力もちゃんと感じることができました。またお願いしたいです。

I was able to relax on Iriomote Island and Taketomi Island in just one day. The colors of the sea and sky were wonderful, so I've decided to go again in June. Next time, I want to experience the sunset and stargazing.

1日で西表島と竹島をゆったりできました、海や空の色が素晴らしく6月に再度いくことにしました。
次回はサンセットや星空観察など体験したいと思います。

I was really looking forward to exploring Yanbaru, which can be a bit difficult to navigate casually. I was also a bit anxious about traveling alone, wondering if I would feel out of place or if I would enjoy it. However, once the tour started, I was relieved to see other solo travelers, as well as groups and international participants! During the tour, we encouraged each other to take photos at various stops while listening to the guide's stories. It was a fun style where everyone could enjoy at their own pace.

The itinerary was perfectly balanced, addressing the concerns I had about managing time and the hassle of driving or transferring on my own. The staff accompanying us were very efficient, making the typically sluggish bus tour run smoothly. One thing to keep in mind is to avoid scheduling anything time-sensitive after the tour, as the evening traffic in Okinawa can be quite intense, and accidents happen frequently.

So for those considering solo travel, I highly recommend this tour!

『なかなか気軽に周れないやんばる、どんなところか楽しみ！』『でも1人で浮かないかな...楽しめるかな...』とツアーが始まるまで期待と変な不安もありましたが、あけてみれば一人旅の方も居る！もちろんグループや海外の方も！と一安心。途中ガイドさんの話を聞くとき、立ち寄る場所での写真撮影などお互いに声かけ合ったり。もちろん自分のペースで見て回ったりもできる感じで各々が楽しむスタイルでした。
行程は『多分1人で周ると時間配分わからなくてミスる、そして運転/乗り継ぎがしち面倒』という部分を解消してくれる丁度いい塩梅でした。同行するスタッフさんの手際もよく、ダラダラしがちなバスツアーの進行がとてもスムーズでした。注意点としてはやはりツアーの後に時間縛りのある予定を入れないことですね、夕方の沖縄渋滞エグいですし普通に事故ってる...
ということで一人旅で検討している皆様、とてもおすすめでございます！

I was very satisfied that all the places I wanted to visit were included. It was a plan that would have been impossible to organize on my own; truly a professional from the area.

行って見たかった場所がすべてそろっていて大満足でした。個人で計画は無理なプランさすが現地のプロです。

You can efficiently explore Mishima in one day, and there are plenty of highlights to see. I recommend it for those visiting Yaeyama for the first time.

The boat from Ishigaki to Iriomote can be quite rocky for a while after departure, so be cautious. Now, it feels more like a roller coaster ride, which is amusing.

Yufu Island feels like a paradise of tropical plants and butterflies. The lunch was also delicious.

If I come to Taketomi Island again, I think I will rent a bicycle.

１日で三島を効率よく回ることができ、しかも見どころ沢山。初めて八重山に行く方にオススメです。
石垣から西表に向かう船は、出発からしばらく凄く揺れるのでご注意。今となっては、ジェットコースター感覚でご愛敬という感じ。
由布島は熱帯植物と蝶々の楽園という感じ。お昼ご飯もおいしかった。
竹富島は、今度来ることがあればレンタサイクルを借りようと思う。