All Reviews for Cave Adventures

I was recommended by a friend that if you're going to Miyako Island, you absolutely have to see this, so I booked the tour this time.

Since we go to the entrance of the cave by canoe, I recommend saving your energy for the return trip (laughs).

The tour guide, Kei, was very thorough in his explanations and took a lot of photos, making it a wonderful memory. I think it would be even better if you have an underwater camera.

This is an activity I would definitely recommend to anyone going to Miyako Island!

宮古島に行くなら絶対に見に行った方が良いと友人に勧められて、今回ツアーを予約しました。

カヌーで鍾乳洞入口まで行くので、帰りの体力を温存しておく事を推奨します(笑)

ツアーガイドのけいさんが、とても丁寧に説明してくれたり写真をたくさん撮ってくれたので素敵な思い出になりました。
水中で使えるカメラもあれば、尚良いと思います。

宮古島に行く方には、私もぜひオススメしたいアクティビティです！

The infection control measures were in place, so I felt safe participating.

This time, we participated as a pair, and neither of us were good swimmers, plus it was our first time entering the ocean, so we were very anxious. However, the instructor guided us to the cave, which made us feel at ease.

After a while, we were able to swim without assistance, allowing us to slowly enjoy the underwater scenery and the cave. They took some amazing photos for us, and it seemed like there were no other customers around, so it felt almost like a private experience. We truly made wonderful memories. Thank you!

感染対策が取られていて安心して参加できます。

今回2人で参加しましたが、どちらも泳ぎは得意ではなくて海に入るのも初めてでとても不安でしたが、インストラクターの方が洞窟まで引っ張って行ってくれたので安心出来ました。
途中から補助なしで泳げたのでゆっくり海の中や洞窟を見て楽しむ事が出来ました。
めちゃくちゃ良い写真も撮ってくださり、また
たまたま他のお客さんが居てない時間だったようでほぼ貸切状態で本当にいい思い出ができました。
ありがとうございました！

I participated in the 7 AM session. I attended with my child, and they seemed to really enjoy it and expressed a desire to go snorkeling again. The initial experience significantly influences whether they want to do it again, so I was glad we could have this experience here. It was early in the morning, and I almost thought we would be late, but the staff were very accommodating, and we had a valuable experience. If I have the opportunity to come again, I would like to use this service again to avoid any unpleasant experiences elsewhere.

朝7時の回に参加しました。
子どもと二人で参加しましたが、とても気に入ったらしくまたシュノーケリングやりたいと言ってくれました。
最初にどういう体験するかでその後もやりたいと言ってくれるかどうかはかなり変わるので、ここで体験できて良かったと思いました。
朝早くて危うく遅刻しそうになりましたが、丁寧に対応いただき、貴重な体験ができました。また来る機会があったら、他のところで変な思いをしたくないので再度利用したいと思います。

It was our first time snorkeling, and although the whole family was a bit nervous, our guide was very friendly and explained everything clearly. Along the way, we enjoyed fun conversations and admired beautiful fish, and before we knew it, we arrived at the Blue Cave! We were able to physically feel the wonderful mysteries of nature and see breathtaking views!

After that, we went sea kayaking! Paddling over the beautiful, vast ocean, we encountered stunning corals and fish, making it an absolutely amazing experience. My family and I talked about how we definitely want to do this again! I highly recommend it to everyone!

はじめての、シュノーケリングで家族皆緊張もありましたが、大変わかりやすく気さくにガイドしていただき、道中も楽しい話や綺麗魚を観ながら、あっという間に、青の洞窟へ！
素晴らしい自然の神秘を体で感じ、絶景をみることができました！
その後はシーカヤック！美しく広い海の上をカヤックで進み、美しいサンゴや魚達と会えて本当に素晴らしい体験の連続でした。次も必ずお願いしたいと家族皆で話をしていました！
皆さん、本当にオススメです！

The sea was beautiful, and I was glad to see sea turtles! The cave we paddled to by canoe was mystical, and it was a precious experience! Thank you!

海もきれいし、ウミガメも見られてよかったー！
カヌーを漕いで行った鍾乳洞は神秘的で貴重な体験ができました！
ありがとうございました！

I was nervously participating, wondering if the two older ladies would drift away into the open sea in the canoe. The pumpkin was wonderful. Mr. Nakamura was also lovely. Thank you very much. Thank you, Pumpkin God, for having us.

オバサン2人、カヌーで遠洋に行ってしまわないか、ドキドキしながら参加。パンプキン、すばらしかったです。中村さんも、すてきでした。ありがとうございました。パンプキン神様、おじゃましました。

The staff member was very friendly, and during the移動中, he talked about dialects and plants, which made it interesting and kept us entertained! The Pumpkin Cave felt like an adventure and was truly fun; we were able to take a lot of photos✨ It was a place I really wanted to visit, so it became a wonderful memory.
Although we encountered turtles while snorkeling, it was quite challenging to take photos, but the staff member persevered until the very last moment, and we were finally able to get some pictures! I was about to give up on getting any, so I was really happy at that moment❣️
Thank you very much.

担当のお兄さんのノリもよく、移動中も方言や植物などの話もしてくれて飽きず面白かったです！パンプキン鍾乳洞は探検のようで本当に楽しく、写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました✨行きたかった場所だったので本当に良い思い出になりました。
シュノーケリングは亀とは出会えたものの、写真は撮るのはかなり厳しそうな状況でしたが、お兄さんがかなりお時間ギリギリまで粘ってくれて最後には写真が撮れました！撮れないかなと諦めかけてたところだったので、あの時は本当に嬉しかったです❣️
ありがとうございました。

We participated as a family of four, including a second-year middle school student and a fourth-year elementary school student. In the morning, we went to the Pumpkin Cave, and in the afternoon, we snorkeled at Alagusuk Beach. The Pumpkin Cave was truly mystical and worth visiting. Additionally, during the afternoon snorkeling, we were able to see sea turtles! We encountered them twice, which was surprising. The guide was also very courteous throughout, making it a fun experience.

中学2年と小学4年の子供を含む家族四人で参加させて頂きました。
午前中にパンプキン鍾乳洞に行き、午後はアラグスク海岸でシュノーケルというスケジュールでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞は、本当に神秘的で、行く価値ありです。
また、午後のシュノーケルでも、ウミガメにちゃんと会えました！二回も遭遇できて、びっくりしました。
ガイドさんも終始丁寧に案内してくれて、楽しかったです。

Although we moved by car three times, it was the best tour as they chose the perfect beach each time. At the Pumpkin Cave, we went snorkeling with sea turtles, and the three guides were kind and taught us various things during the SUP course.

車移動3回したものの、適した海を毎回選んでくれて最高のツアーでした。
パンプキン鍾乳洞、海亀シュノーケリング、SUPのコースで3名のガイドさんは優しく色々教えていただきました。

Since I came to the island alone, I looked for a tour that could fill my schedule. It was far more enjoyable than I expected!

I had no idea that I could actually enter and climb in the limestone cave, so it was a pleasant surprise!

Also, since I would get wet, I couldn't bring my phone, but the guide took a lot of photos for me!

Surprisingly, it was quite physically demanding, but it was a fulfilling day!

1人で来島したため、取り敢えずスケジュールを埋められるツアーを探しました。期待より遥かに楽しかったです！

鍾乳洞はまさか入って登っていけるとは事前に知らなかったので、良い意味でのサプライズになりました！

また、水に濡れてしまうので携帯は持っていけなかったが、ガイドさんにいっぱい写真をとっていただきました！

意外と体力も消費しましたが、満喫な1日でした！

It was a bit harder than I imagined, but thanks to our guide, Kei, I had a safe and very enjoyable day! We saw many turtles and were shown various types of fish. At Pumpkin, with both the youngest and the oldest participants, we received support during challenging times, and I had an experience like no other! We took a lot of photos, and it became a wonderful memory! Thank you very much!!!

想像していたより少しハードでしたが、ガイドのけいさんのおかげで安心安全でとても楽しい一日が過ごせました！
カメもたくさん見れ、他にも様々なのお魚を見せてくれました。
パンプキンでは最年少と最年長がいる中、大変な時サポートしてくれ、今までにない経験ができました！
写真もたくさん撮って頂きとてもいい思い出になりました！
ありがとうございました！！！

We gathered at 9:00 AM (Shinjiro Coast) and disbanded at 3:30 PM (Horarizumi Beach). Since I couldn't drive, I took a taxi in the morning, and for the transfers and to the hotel, I received shuttle service. It seems that taxis are hard to catch in Miyako Island, so it might be better to allow for extra time.

In the morning, we went snorkeling and encountered sea turtles and fish! I was amazed at how close I could see them. It was so beautiful. I personally have almost no swimming experience, and I could only put my face in the water by pinching my nose and closing my eyes, but I was glad I could see so much underwater.

I want to share some tips for beginners like me, as I got panicked and ended up drinking water or losing my sense of direction. 1) When clearing the fog from the snorkeling goggles, make sure to shake off the seawater well; I got a little water in my eyes at first. 2) If you laugh too much, gaps can form in the goggles, letting water in, so keep them a bit tighter. 3) Don’t overexert yourself while swimming to avoid gasping for air and inhaling water. 4) When you put your face in the water in a "attention" position and just kick your legs, you can move straight ahead more easily. 5) If you get too absorbed and keep your face in the water, you might not hear sounds, so occasionally lift your face to listen to the guide and check your position.

In the afternoon, we went to see the Pumpkin Cave. We kayaked to the entrance of the cave, and I think if you communicate with your fellow paddlers, you can make good progress (we almost got stuck a few times). The flow was: go through the entrance hole (you can't touch the bottom here) → see the pumpkin → get out of the water and climb up the cave → listen to the guide's explanation while exploring → dive from where we first climbed. Inside the cave, there were many other tour participants, and it was sometimes hard to find a place to step, but surprisingly it wasn't slippery, and I didn't fall or slip. It was cool, and I could feel the timelessness of nature; it was wonderful.

Regarding the pumpkin, here are some points to be careful about: 1) I think the path to the kayak and the sea is the maximum sunburn zone. Apply sunscreen generously. 2) When climbing the cave, a lot of water splashes on your face, which can be alarming, but try to stay calm, grab the rope, and climb slowly without rushing (I got a pretty bad scrape on my elbow because I panicked thinking, "I'm blocking the next person! Water on my face!"). It's better to take it slow or wear a rash guard. 3) When diving, I pinched my nose and closed my eyes as I fell. Since I was wearing a life jacket, I knew I would float eventually, so I stayed calm and waited until my face was out of the water.

I wrote a lot because I had quite a bit of anxiety, but I had fun from start to finish, was moved, and was very satisfied! Even though I can't swim, I gained confidence that I could do this much. If you have a real fear or trauma, that's a different story, but for those who are inexperienced and feel scared or anxious, I think it will surprisingly work out, so I recommend participating!

(The photo is of a sea turtle I took myself. The guide will take better photos and share them.)

9:00集合(新城海岸)、15:30解散(保良泉ビーチ)でした。車の運転ができないため、朝はタクシー、間の移動とホテルまでは送迎していただきました。宮古島はタクシーが捕まりにくくなっているそうなので、時間に余裕を持った方が良いかもしれません。
午前はシュノーケリングで、ウミガメと魚に遭遇できました！こんなに近くで見られるんだ…と感動しました。とてもきれいでした。私自身泳ぎの経験がほぼなく、鼻をつまみ目を閉じないと顔を水につけられないレベルでしたが、たくさん水中を見ることができて良かったです。
パニくると水を飲んでしまったり方向が分からなくなって不安になるので、私レベルの初心者が気をつけた方がよいことを書いておきます。 ①シュノーケリングのゴーグルの曇り取りの時に海水をよく切らなかったせいで、最初少しだけ目に水が入ってしまったので、水はよく払っておく。②大きく笑うとゴーグルに隙間ができて鼻に水が入るので、ややキツめにしておく。③頑張って泳ぎすぎて息を切らして口から水を吸わないようにする。④気をつけの姿勢で顔を水につけて足だけバタバタしたら、早めに真っ直ぐ進めました。⑤夢中になってずっと顔を水につけていると音が聞こえなくなりやすいので、時たま顔を上げてガイドさんの声を聞き位置を確認する。
午後はパンプキン鍾乳洞を見に行きました。
カヤックで鍾乳洞の入り口まで行くのですが、同乗者と声をかけながら漕ぐと割と上手く進めることができるのではないかと思います。(数回座礁しかけましたが)
鍾乳洞は入り口の穴をくぐる(ここから足つきません。)→パンプキンを見る→水から上がって鍾乳洞を登っていく→ガイドさんの説明を聞きながら回る→最初登ったところからダイブ、という流れでした。鍾乳洞の中は他のツアー参加者も多く、足の踏み場に迷うこともありましたが、意外とすべりにくく、転んだり落ちたりはしませんでした。ひんやりしていて、悠久の自然を感じられて、素敵でした。
パンプキンについても、上と同様に気をつけるポイントを記載しておきます。①カヤックや、海までの道が最大の日焼けゾーンだと思います。日焼けを大げさに塗る。②鍾乳洞を登るとき、顔にかなり水がかかってビビりますが、できるだけ落ち着いてロープを掴み、焦らず冷静にのぼる。(次が詰まってしまう！顔に水が！と思って焦り、ひじにけっこう染みるすり傷ができました。落ち着いてゆっくり挑むか、ラッシュガードを着るといいと思います。)③飛び込むときは鼻をつまんで目を閉じて落ちました。ライフジャケットを来ておりそのうち絶対に浮くので、顔が水から出たと思うまで落ち着いてゆっくり耐えます。
かなり不安があったので色々書いていますが、最初から最後まで楽しかったし、感動したし、大満足です！泳げないけどここまでできたぞという自信にもなります。
本当に恐怖でトラウマがある場合は別ですが、経験なくて怖い、不安だという方でも意外となんとかなると思うので、参加してみることをおすすめします！
(写真は自力で撮ったウミガメです。ガイドさんがもっといい写真を撮って共有してくれます。)

The staff were very friendly and made me feel comfortable participating. The beautiful sea and sky were all breathtaking! I was half worried about whether I could paddle the canoe, but there was hardly any wind, and it was just a wonderfully pleasant time. I also received many images for free. I would like to go with PiPi again next time. Thank you!

スタッフさんがとても気さくに話しかけてくれて安心して参加できました。
綺麗な海、空　全てに感動❣️カヌーも漕げるかなと半分心配しながらのエントリーでしたが、風もほとんどなく、ただただ気持ちいいだけの時間でした。
無料で画像もたくさんいただけました。次もPiPiさんでお願いします。ありがとうございました。

At 9 AM, we gathered at Shinjo Beach, surrounded by shallow waters and coral, where the waves were calm and perfect for swimming. During snorkeling, we were able to see small fish hiding among the corals, and to our surprise, we encountered three sea turtles just about four minutes after starting to swim! ^_^ It was a wonderful experience. Mao, our tour guide, shared various sightseeing knowledge with us, and he was warm and attentive to every detail. I would love to experience this tour again with my family.

朝9時に遠浅で珊瑚に囲まれた海は波も穏やかで、泳ぎやすいビーチ新城海岸で集合し、シュノーケリングでは珊瑚の陰に小さな魚を見ることもでき、泳ぎ始めて4分くらいでまさかのウミガメさん！(3匹)に会えました^_^
とてもいい体験でした。　
ツアーのマオさんからいろんな観光知識を教えて頂きました。暖かくて細かいところまで気を配りました。また家族と一緒にこのツアーを体験したいと思います。

My first canoeing experience was easier than I expected, and even someone like me who isn't good at sports was able to enjoy it without any problems. The cheerful instructor, the beautiful river, and the joyful laughter all made for the best memories. I participated in my swimsuit and got into the car just as I was. I think a larger towel might be necessary. It was helpful that we were taken directly to the hotel.

初めてのカヌーは思ったより簡単で、スポーツ苦手な私でも問題なく楽しめました。
明るいインストラクターと美しい川平の海、楽しい笑い声、全てが最高の思い出になりました。
水着のまま参加して、終わったらそのまま車に乗ります。大きめのタオルは必要かな。ホテルに直行してもらえたのは助かりました。

We canoed to the limestone cave, explored inside, then jumped in, and canoed back. Along the way, our guide explained various things in a fun way and took lots of great photos, which made it very enjoyable!

One thing to note is that the tour lasts about two hours, and since we were advised to leave as much luggage behind as possible, we couldn't hydrate much (I thought maybe we could have left a water bottle in the canoe). I was also informed beforehand that there wouldn't be a restroom after gathering, which was a bit tough.

Also, without any shade, you can get really sunburned. But overall, it was a lot of fun, and I'm glad I participated! Our guide, Nakamura, was cute and funny, and I was really happy she was in charge. Thank you! ☺︎

カヌーで鍾乳洞まで行って、中を探索してから飛び込んで、またカヌーで戻ってきました。
道中では周りの色々なものを楽しく説明してくださったり、映え写真も沢山撮ってくださり、とても楽しかったです！
注意点は、ツアーが2時間くらいなんですが、出来るだけ荷物を置いて行くので水分が摂れないのと(もしかしたらペットボトルくらいならカヌーに置いとけたかもと思いました)、事前にお伝えいただいてたのですが集合してからトイレがないので、そこがちょっとつらかったです。
あとラッシュとかないとめちゃくちゃ焼けます。
ただなんにしろとても楽しくて参加してよかったです！
ガイドの中村さんが可愛くて面白くて、中村さんが担当してくれてよかったです。
ありがとうございました☺︎

We participated in this tour for our honeymoon! They provided transportation from any location and the guidance to the destination was smooth! Along the way, they shared a lot about the island's history, recommended spots, and delicious restaurants, and I was very satisfied with both the tour content and the service! They also shared the charm of the island, making me want to move here in the future (laughs). I would love to use their services again when I travel back! I also want to recommend it to my friends (＾_＾).

今回はハネムーンでこちらのツアーに参加させていただきました！どんな場所でも送迎してくれて現地までの案内もスムーズ！道中は島の歴史やおすすめスポット、美味しいご飯屋さんをたくさん教えてくださり、ツアー内容ともに接客も大満足です！！島の魅力も共有してくれて老後は移住したくなりました(笑)また旅行にきた際には利用させていただきたいです！友達にもおすすめしたいと思います（＾_＾）

I mistakenly thought that the only thing to see in the cave was pumpkins, but while climbing up in the dark with a light, being pulled up, getting splashed by cold spring water, and jumping down, they explained everything and took lots of photos, which was really fun. Canoeing through the beautiful sea was also enjoyable. It became a great memory!

鍾乳洞の中はパンプキンを見るだけかと勘違いしてましたが、暗い中をライトで照らしながらよじ登るというか引っ張り上げてもらったり、冷たい湧水に打たれたり、飛び降りたり、色々と説明してくださって写真もいっぱい撮ってくださって、とっても楽しかったです。綺麗な海をカヌーで進むのも楽しかったです。良い思い出になりました！

I participated in the Pumpkin Hole tour on July 9th. It was a more active tour than I expected, but our guide, T, was very considerate of all the participants, and the older ladies had a great time! Thank you very much.
To reach the cave, we went by sea kayak, and since we had to climb up and down the hall, I think it's a good idea to wear long sleeves or a rash guard that goes down to the ankles to avoid sunburn.
The tour lasts about 2 to 2.5 hours, but considering the travel time to the meeting point, the lack of restrooms at the meeting and disbanding locations is tough for women. I deducted one star because we received a notice about a change in the meeting time the night before, but I believe it's a tour worth experiencing at least once.

　7/9のパンプキンホールツアーに参加しました。思っていたよりもアクティブに動くツアーでしたが、ガイドのTさんが参加者皆に気配りしていただき、おばさん達も大いに楽しめました♪有難うございました。
　洞窟まではシーカヤックで行くのと、ホールを登ったり降りたりするので、日焼け等を考えると長袖や足首までのラッシュガードを着ていると安心だと思います。
　ツアー時間は2〜2.5時間ですが集合場所までの移動時間を考慮すると、集合.解散場所にトイレがないのは女性にとっては厳しいことと、前日の晩に集合時間の変更連絡があったことから星一つ減らしましたが、一度は行ってみる価値のあるツアーだと思います。

We participated as a group of two, and the guide was exclusive to us. Osaka from B-nature was a veteran, kind, and very attentive. He took many wonderful photos for us, and both the Blue Cave and Osaka were amazing. Thank you very much.

2名で参加しましたが、ガイドさん貸し切りでした。
B-natureのオオサカさんはベテランで親切、丁寧でとても良い方でした。
沢山の素晴らしい写真を撮っていただき、青の洞窟もオオサカさんも最高でした。ありがとうございました。

I went on a one-day tour of Iriomote Island! I finally got to experience the canoe tour surrounded by mangroves on the river that I've always wanted to visit! And we explored the limestone caves in the mountains of Iriomote Island! The guidance from the handsome nature-loving brother was amazing! His excitement for nature was so heartwarming!

In the peaceful surroundings, you can hear the sounds of birds, the wind, and the flowing river. He answered all my questions about nature and informed us about dangerous plants in advance, allowing us to enjoy the experience safely! Truly a great nature observation instructor!! I highly recommend it!

It was my first time canoeing, but I improved quite a bit on the way back! Also, we were served Soki soba and bread! It was delicious! Next time, I definitely want to visit your wife's bakery too!

西表島コモレビトリップ1日ツアー行って来ました！
ずっと行きたかった川でのマングローブに囲まれたカヌーツアー！
そして西表島の山の中の鍾乳洞！
イケメン自然大好きお兄さんの案内が最高でした！自然が好きすぎて興奮してる姿が癒されました！笑

静か〜な中に鳥の声や風の音、川の流れ 色んな音が聞こえてきます。
自然に関する質問も全て答えてくれるし危険植物も先に教えてくれて安全に楽しめました！さすが自然観察指導員！！オススメです！

初めてのカヌーでしたが、帰り道にはなかなか上達してましたよ〜
あとソーキそばとパンが出てきます！おいしいですよー！
次回は是非奥様のパン屋さんにも行きたいです☆

I think this is the best tour to experience the nature of Miyako Island! The beautiful sea, the blue sky, and the scenery I saw inside the Pumpkin Cave are unforgettable! When I visit Miyako Island again, I definitely want to join this tour again!

宮古島の自然を1番感じる事ができるツアーだと思います！綺麗な海、青い空、パンプキン鍾乳洞の中で見た景色が忘れられません！
また宮古島へ行った際は、是非またこのツアーに参加したいです！

The guidance was very thorough, making it enjoyable even for beginners! I was also really helped by the recommendations for shops in Ishigaki Island. They took over 100 wonderful photos, and the guide's stories were incredibly interesting, making for a very fulfilling time! ^_^

丁寧に教えていただけたので、初心者でも楽しめました！石垣島のオススメのお店についても教えてくださり、凄く助かりました！素敵な写真も100枚以上撮ってくださり、ガイドさんのお話も凄く面白くて、とても充実した時間になりました^_^

In the morning, due to the weather conditions, some activities were changed (we even experienced the subtropical weather!). Thanks to the staff prioritizing safety, I had an amazing time exploring the Blue Cave and zip-lining over the river!

During the lunch break, we had our meal at a location featured in the advertisement on the transport vehicle. In the afternoon, we had our first experience with SUP, starting with a briefing before cruising through the subtropical jungle (mangroves). The areas thick with mangroves were surprisingly cool, and I got so immersed in the activities that I lost track of time!

The conversations with Shintaro, Taro, and Kuma were entertaining and filled with interesting trivia, making the journey enjoyable. They also took plenty of photos, making it a fantastic day that will be a cherished memory for me.

午前中は天候の都合でアクティビティの一部が変更になりましたが（亜熱帯らしさの天候も体験！）スタッフさんが安全を第一に考えていただいたおかげで青の洞窟探検と川でターザンするのをめちゃくちゃ楽しめました！
昼休憩では移動車の広告に載っている場所で昼食を済まし
午後からは初のSUPでは初めにレクチャーを受けてから亜熱帯ジャングル（ヒルギ）の中を巡回しました。ヒルギが生い茂っている所は意外と涼しくて時間を忘れてしまうぐらいアクティビティに没入できました！
シンタロウさん、タロウさん、クマさんのトークも面白く＆豆知識が冴え渡って移動中も楽しむ事ができたのと写真もたくさん撮っていただいて自分の中の記憶と記録に残る最高な1日になりました。

I had visited Miyako Island many times before, but I was unaware of the Pumpkin Cave until I happened to join this tour. I had signed up for the afternoon tour, but due to the tide, it was moved to the morning, and I received a notification about the meeting place and time the day before.

We traveled to the entrance of the cave by canoe, and it moved along more smoothly than I expected. Although we had to walk through some unstable areas in the sea, the clarity of the water made it incredibly refreshing.

Once we entered the Pumpkin Cave, a unique and mystical sight unfolded before us, and I was excited the entire time. The water inside the cave was deep enough that I couldn't touch the bottom, and it was a bit scary at first due to the darkness (but it was no problem at all since we were wearing life jackets!). We climbed up the pumpkin formations and even dove from the top (it was truly thrilling!). I ended up moving around more than I expected, but it was an exhilarating exploration.

Additionally, our guide, Jun, was friendly and provided thorough explanations, which made me feel very comfortable. He took many photos of our group and sent the data right after the tour, which was a wonderful service, especially since we couldn't bring our smartphones due to the risk of them getting wet! He also shared local language, nature, and gourmet information, and the satisfaction I felt after the tour exceeded my expectations! I'm really glad I participated. Thank you very much!

宮古島はこれまで何度も訪れていたにもかかわらずパンプキン鍾乳洞のことを知らず、今回たまたま参加しました。
午後のツアーに申込みをしていたのですが、潮位により午前の催行になるとのことで、前日に集合場所と時間の連絡がありました。
鍾乳洞の入口までカヌーで移動するのですが、思っていたよりもスイスイ進み、途中足元が不安定な海の中を歩いたりもするのですが、なにより透明度の高い海の上で非常に爽快でした。
いざパンプキン鍾乳洞に入ると、独特で神秘的な光景が広がっており、終始大興奮でした。鍾乳洞内の海面では底に足がつかず、暗さもあって最初少し怖かったり（ライフジャケットで浮くので全く問題なし！）、パンプキンをよじ登ったり、最後は上からダイブしたり（まさにハラハラドキドキ！）と意外と動きましたが、探検気分で最高に楽しめました。
また、今回のガイドのジュンさんはフレンドリーかつ説明も丁寧で、とても安心感がありました。グループごとに写真をたくさん撮ってツアー終了後すぐにデータを送ってくれたりと、水没の恐れがあるためスマホ持参ができない中で、それも大変うれしいサービスでした！その他にも、地元の言葉や自然、グルメ情報なども教えていただき、ツアー終了後の満足感は想像以上！！参加して本当によかったです。ありがとうございました。

We gathered at Shinjo Beach at 8:00 and went snorkeling. It was a bit chilly in the morning, but once I got used to it, it was totally fine. I was really happy to see a lot of sea turtles! After a short drive, we went kayaking to a limestone cave. It was a mystical place, and I was moved by the greatness of nature. Jumping into the sea at the end was nerve-wracking, but it was also fun. The snorkeling guide was friendly and great! The cave guide was very talkative and reliable, which was nice! I didn't have a car and took a taxi to the meeting point, but I was grateful that they also helped with transportation during the trip and on the way back, even though it was an extra cost.

8:00に新城海岸で集合してからのシュノーケリング。
朝だから若干 海が冷たかったけど慣れたら全然平気だった。
ウミガメもたくさん見れて良かった♡
車で少し移動して、カヤックで鍾乳洞へ。
神秘的なところで自然のすごさに感動する。
最後 海へジャンプするのドキドキしたけど それも楽しかった。
シュノーケリングガイドのお兄さん、気さくで良かった！
鍾乳洞ガイドのお姉さん、たくさん話してくれて頼りがいのある方で良かった！
車がなくタクシーで集合場所まで行ったけど、別途かかるけど途中の移動・帰りの送りまでしてくれて 有り難かったです♡

On June 18, just before the end of the rainy season, my spouse and I, both in our 50s, participated in our first stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) experience. Thanks to our guide, Ray, who provided thorough instructions, we were able to enjoy the activity without falling into the water even once. We also had many photos taken, and the data was sent to us right away via LINE. We were blessed with great weather, a wonderful guide, and fantastic fellow participants, creating very good memories. It was also very helpful that we received recommendations for shops during the car ride. If I had to say something, it would have been even better if we could have enjoyed it for a bit longer.

梅雨明け間近の6月18日に50代の夫婦2人で参加しました。初SUPでしたが、ガイドのレイさんの丁寧なご指導のおかげで、一度も落水することなく、夫婦揃って楽しめました。写真もたくさん撮っていただけて、データはすぐにLINEで送ってくれました。天気にも、ガイドさんにも、一緒に参加したメンバーにも恵まれて、とても良い思い出が出来ました。移動の車の中でもおすすめのお店を紹介してもらえてとても助かりました。
強いて言うなら、もう少し長い時間楽しめれば、より良かったです。

It was great that even beginners could enjoy it and take many photos (hundreds). I was also happy that they shared information not only about the tour but also about delicious places and nature in Ishigaki Island.

初心者でも楽しめて、写真もたくさん（数百枚）撮ってもらえたのがよかったです。ツアーのことだけでなく、石垣島の美味しいお店や自然について教えてくれたことも嬉しかったです。

I had an amazing experience feeling so close to nature. I really enjoyed the sea turtles and the Pumpkin Cave!! And above all, I underestimated the heat of Miyako Island (laughs). I went in a bikini, so I got really sunburned! I wish I had taken proper precautions and worn a swimsuit (laughs).

すごく自然を感じる体験ができました。
ウミガメもパンプキン鍾乳洞も最高に楽しめました！！
そしてなにより宮古島の暑さをなめてました（笑）
ビキニで行ったので日焼けがすごかったです！
全身しっかり予防して水着着てけばよかったなと思いました（笑）

The mangrove SUP was great! They taught us how to paddle properly, so I felt at ease. I was also happy that they took group photos at various spots and shared them with us later.

During the ride, they talked about recommended shops and suggested different places for lunch, where I enjoyed a delicious hamburger. The snorkeling was fantastic too; I got to see a sea turtle and was very satisfied. Thank you!

マングローブsup気持ちよかったです^ ^
漕ぎ方もちゃんと教えてくれるので、安心でした。色んな場所でグループごとの写真くれて、後でいただけたのも嬉しかったです♡

道中の車の中も、おすすめのお店などの話をしてくれたり、お昼食べる場所も色んなパターンで教えてくれて、美味しいハンバーガー食べれました☆シュノーケリングも、ウミガメ見れて、大満足でした。ありがとうございました！