All Reviews for 沖繩活動

There were various weather conditions to consider, including whether Typhoon No. 13 would turn into a tropical depression. The forecast still indicated rain, and there were whitecaps on the sea in front of us. However, the local company gave the go-ahead, and my family was eager to proceed! As a mother with children, I struggled with the decision to cancel until the last moment. When we boarded the ship, heavy rain created a sense of unease inside.

However, as we left the port, the clouds moved quickly, and we were greeted with clear skies. It was the largest ship, so the rocking was within expected limits. During the bus tour, we experienced a downpour, surprising even our guide, but we managed to continue without umbrellas until the end. The sightseeing was leisurely and fulfilling, allowing us to fully enjoy nature. The female guide on the large bus in Iriomote Island left a very good impression on me.

The ox cart and cycling were especially enjoyable in the sunshine, which supported our journey! However, the return ship was small and a high-speed vessel, and some passengers experienced nausea due to the strong winds.

台風13号が熱帯低気圧に変わるか？等、様々な天候条件と睨み合いでした。
予報マークは相変わらず雨でしたし、目の前の海にも白波が・・・。それでも現地社が
ゴーサインなら行こう！との家族の意見でした。子供連れでしたので母親としてギリギリまで
キャンセル悩みました。船に乗り込んだ際は豪雨で船内にも不安感が漂っていました。
しかし雲の流れが速く港をでると晴れ間が。一番の大型船とのことで揺れも想像範囲でした。
バス観光のみスコールで案内人の方も驚くほどに傘なして最後までまわれました。
観光の内容ものんびり、充実しており自然を満喫できました。西表島の大型バスの女性案内人
の方が　とても良い印象に残っています。
牛車やサイクリングは特に晴で旅を応援してくれていました！
ただ帰りの船は小さく高速船でもあり強い風の中　嘔吐される方もいました。

Cape Hedo, the northernmost point, was dynamic and absolutely wonderful. At the Oishi Forest, I was moved to find an Okinawa lizard, feeling the beauty of nature. Although it's hot and I tend to think of marine sports as the main activity, I highly recommend trekking while sweating, with the expansive view of the ocean.

最北端の地、辺戸岬はダイナミックで最高に良かったです。大石林山では、オキナワトカゲを見つけて、自然だなぁと感動しました。暑いのでマリンスポーツがメインに考えてしまいますが、汗をかきながらのトレッキング、大きく広がる海の景色はお勧めです。ー

Last year, I made a shisa for the first time. This time, I participated with the goal of making a pair of shisa. The time spent was about 1 hour and 40 minutes. After watching a video to learn how to make them, it was fun to create them as if I were playing with clay. There are also examples on display, so it's enjoyable to find a shisa that suits my taste. It will still be a while before they arrive, but I'm looking forward to it!

昨年、初めてシーサーづくりをしました。
今回はペアとなるシーサーをつくることを目的に参加。
時間はだいたい１時間40分ぐらい。ビデオを見て、作り方を勉強したあとは粘土遊びをしている感覚で楽しく作れます★
見本もおいてあるので、自分の好みのシーサーを見つけるのも楽しいです♪
届くのはまだまだ先ですが、到着が楽しみです★

We participated with our 4-year-old child, and the instructor was very attentive, helping us with the floatation device, which allowed us parents to fully enjoy snorkeling.

As for the Blue Cave itself, it was quite crowded, making it difficult to experience its mystique, but the instructor skillfully took us to a spot with many fish. They came really close when we fed them, and our older child enjoyed it so much that they wanted to see more!

We were also able to take a lot of photos, creating many wonderful memories. It was truly a fun experience. Thank you very much!

4歳の子供も一緒に参加しましたが、インストラクターの方が浮き輪に乗せて丁寧に見ていていただけたため、親もシュノーケルを十分楽しむことができました
青の洞窟自体は、ビックリするくらいの人、人、人で神秘的な感じを味わうことは難しかったかなと思いますが、たくさんの魚たちがいるポイントを上手に連れて行ってくれて、餌やりしてもホントに近くまで寄ってきてくれて、上の子ももっと見てたい!と思えるくらい楽しめて、よかったです
写真もたくさん撮っていただけて、思い出もたくさん残せました
ホントに楽しかったです
ありがとうございました

I arrived about 10 minutes early for my reservation, but everything was already prepared, and I was able to start right away. The instructions were all shown on a PC, and I was told to ask for help if I needed it. It was nice to have some distance instead of someone hovering over me. However, due to a shortage of staff, it took a while for someone to come when I called, and the explanations felt a bit impersonal, which was disappointing. It took about two hours from production to painting, but I was surprisingly pleased with how well it turned out.

予約時間より10分ほど早く到着したけど、すでに用意がされていてすぐに製作することができた。作り方などは全てPCで映像が流れ、困ったら声をかけてほしいと言われた。ずっとそばで見られるのもアレなので、それはそれで良いのかといった感じ。でも人手不足からか呼んでもすぐには来てもらえず、説明も業務的だったのが残念。製作から絵付けまで2時間ほどかかったけど、思いのほか上手くできて満足です。

I participated in several optional tours in Okinawa, but this company had the best customer service. Their phone support was good, and the explanations were thorough. During the tour, they made the trip enjoyable with their humor. The day before, I also joined a boat snorkeling tour at Minna Island. Indeed, the water was clearer when we went to Minna Island, but the transparency at the Blue Cave was sufficient. The fish near the Blue Cave were larger and more diverse. Above all, it was great that it was close to Naha City. The only downside is that, being a popular spot, the parking lot gets extremely crowded. It's better to avoid busy times like early morning or evening to enjoy it more leisurely. I definitely want to join this company again next time I go.

沖縄のオプショナルツアーは何ヶ所か参加しましたが、こちらの会社はピカイチに接客が丁寧でした。電話対応も良く説明も丁寧。ガイド中もおもしろおかしく旅を盛り上げていただきました。前日に水納島のボートシュノーケリングにも参加しました。確かに水は水納島まで出向いた方がきれいでしたが青の洞窟でも十分な透明度でした。魚も青の洞窟近辺の方が大きくて種類も豊富でしたね。なにより那覇市内から近いのが良かったです。唯一欠点としましては、人気スポットなだけあって駐車場がすこぶる混みます。早朝や夕刻など混みあう時間を避けた方がゆっくりと楽しめます。次回行くときも是非こちらの会社で参加したいですね。

We participated as a party of two. The table for two was by the window with a view of the sea. The sunset can be seen from the left side in the direction of travel. The sunset is around 7 PM. We ordered the steak course. The steak was tender and satisfying in portion size.

2名で参加。2名席は窓際で海が見える。進行方向左側から夕日が見える。日没は19時頃。料理はステーキコースを注文。ステーキは柔らかくボリュームもあり満足。

I had always wanted to try snorkeling. I was amazed by the blue of the Blue Cave! I received careful instruction and had a great time!

一度体験してみたかったシュノーケリング。青の洞窟の青さに感動しました！丁寧に指導してもらって、楽しい時間を過ごせました♪

The limited-time discount made it a great deal at 7,800 yen for my spouse and one child. I think the time spent underwater was about 15 to 20 minutes. Since it was in coastal waters, the visibility wasn't as good as I had hoped. I recommend it for families with small children.

期間限定割引だったので夫婦と子供一名で7800円はお得でした。水中を観られる時間は15〜20分くらいだったかと思います。近海なので透明度は期待したほどでなかった。小さなお子様連れにはオススメ。

We used this service with our family during Obon. This is my second time in Ishigaki Island, but when combined with Naha, I've visited Okinawa about ten times every year. I always enjoy snorkeling tours and option menus on the remote islands, but I realized I hadn't done any sightseeing on the islands? This was my first time participating. The hotel shuttle was convenient, and the bus was large and comfortable. Although the schedule was a bit tight, we were able to see all the highlights and I was very satisfied with the sightseeing. The boat to the remote islands was also very impressive and comfortable. The tour company staff were very friendly, which made me feel secure participating. This year, I have more wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

お盆中家族で利用しました。石垣島は2度目ですが那覇とあわせると10回程度沖縄には毎年訪れています。いつも離島シュノーケルツアーやらオプションメニューで楽しんでばかりで離島観光に行っていない事に気ずき？初めて参加しました。ホテルの送迎も便利でバスも大きなバスでゆったり出来ました。少し時間は忙しかったですが見どころはきちんと押さえた観光が出来て大変満足です。離島に渡る船もとても立派な船でゆったり出来ました。ツアー会社の方も大変感じが良く安心して参加できました。今年もまた良い思い出が増えました。ありがとうございました。

It was truly amazing!!
I also received photos, so it became a wonderful memory!
The guide taught us many things, and it was very beautiful!

本当に最高でした！！
写真ももらえたので思い出になりました！
ガイドさんも沢山色々なこと教えてくれて
とても綺麗でした！

It was my first time visiting Taketomi Island, and I'm glad I had such a fun time. I also went into the sea, but since it was the day I was leaving, I was disappointed that I couldn't stay long. The scenery was similar everywhere, and I felt like I might get lost, so I would have appreciated a more detailed map of the island's shops and such.

竹富島に行くのは、初めてでしたがとても楽しい時間を過ごすことができてよかったです。
海にも入りましたが、当日、帰る日だったので、長居できなくて残念でした。
風景がどこもにていて、道がわからなくなりそうだったので、島の店などのもう少し詳しい地図があったらありがたかったです。

Positive points:

- They provide transportation to the hotel.
- They stop at a souvenir shop.
- The 3-hour visit to the Churaumi Aquarium was just right.
- The price is affordable.

Negative points:

- The bus was old and uncomfortable, causing a strange shaking that made my back hurt the whole time.
- There were people getting sick from motion sickness, which was unfortunate.
- It took about 10 minutes to walk from the bus stop at Churaumi Aquarium to the gate, which was tough in the heat.

I wish this information had been provided in advance.

良かった点は

ホテルまで送迎してもらえる

お土産やさんにも寄ってくれる

美ら海水族館の在在時間が3時間でちょうど良い

料金が安い


残念な点は

バスの車体が古くて座り心地が悪かった為か 変な揺れが続いていて ずーっと腰が痛かったです

乗り物酔いで 吐いてる人もいて 可哀想だった

美ら海水族館のバス停車場からゲートまでが徒歩10分もあり、暑い中 移動が大変でした

事前に記載しておいてほしいです

During this time, the parking lot at Maeda Cape is heavily congested. Because of this, our guide was concerned and contacted us about two hours before the meeting time.

The sea was incredibly crowded, but even more impressive were the number and size of the fish! I've seen quite a few different seas, but this one feels exceptional. If even more people come, it will become quite chaotic, so I think I'll stop here.

After entering the cave, there was a line waiting for the mystical blue spot, but during that time, our guide K kept us entertained and taught us various things. Thank you, K!

The blue spot is truly indescribable. It was a whirlwind of emotions.

On the way back, we snorkeled again, and it seems there was some sort of arrangement among the guides, so we were able to focus on the fish smoothly without bumping into others.

I absolutely can't miss this place next time! Looking forward to having K with us again!

この時期、真栄田岬駐車場は大渋滞。その為、ガイドさんが心配して、集合時間の２時間ぐらい前から電話で連絡してくださいました。
海の中はすごい人なのですが、それ以上に魚たちの数の多さと大きさ！
けっこう色々な海を見てきたのですが、ここは別格な気がします。もうこれ以上、人が増えると大変なことになるのでこの辺にしておきます。。
洞窟の中に入ってから、神秘的なブルーの位置まで順番待ちの行列ができているのですが、その間もガイドのK君が飽きさせず、色々なことを教えてくれました。K君ありがとー！
ブルーのところはほんと言うことありません。感動の嵐です。
帰りもシュノーケルをして帰るのですが、ガイド間の取り決めみたいのがあるらしく、人と当たる事とかもなく、スムーズに魚に集中できました。
次回もここは絶対外せません！！次回もK君よろしく！！

Due to the typhoon, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave. However, we were suggested river trekking the day before, and my family of four (son, 13; daughter, 11) participated. I was really looking forward to the Blue Cave on this trip, so I left the hotel feeling a bit disappointed, but once we started trekking, my spirits lifted immediately. The kids had an amazing time swimming and jumping in the waterfall, and they learned tips on skipping stones from our guide. It was a fun experience like no other. My daughter said, "The guide was super nice!" and we were all very satisfied.

I highly recommend the adventurous river trekking. Both the mountains and our guide (Mr. Izushi) were fantastic!

台風の影響で青の洞窟へは行けませんでした。
が、前日の連絡でリバートレッキングを提案していただき、家族４人（息子13、娘11）で参加しました。
今回の旅行で青の洞窟を一番楽しみにしていただけに、残念な気持ちをひきずりつつホテルを出たのですが、いざトレッキングをしてみるとテンションが一気にＵＰ。
子供たちも、滝で泳いだりジャンプしたり、ガイドさんに水切りのコツを教えてもらったりと
今までにない楽しい経験をさせてもらいました。
娘は「お兄さん、め～っちゃ優しかったね♡」と、こちらも大満足。

冒険感いっぱいのリバートレッキング、おすすめだと思います。　
山もガイドさん（出石さん）も最高でした！！

It was a really great tour where we could visit many sightseeing spots despite the longer stay (especially at the Churaumi Aquarium)! I was able to capture many beautiful views and the fish at the aquarium on camera, which created wonderful memories. I was also happy to receive the sweet potato tart as a gift! Even though it was cloudy, it was still beautiful, and I want to try again on a sunny day!

滞在時間が長め（特に美ら海水族館）なのに、たくさんの観光スポットを回れて、本当にお得なツアーでした！！キレイな景色や水族館の魚などたくさんカメラに収めることができて、本当に良い思い出になりました♡紅芋タルトのプレゼントも嬉しかったです！曇りでも十分キレイだったのですが、晴れた日にまたリベンジしたいです！！

I used the night service with the barbecue set. The barbecue area on the third floor had an outdoor vibe, reminiscent of a beer garden, and we had a great time! The portion sizes were more than enough; we couldn't finish all the meat between the two of us. If it's a mixed group, it might be nice to have a bit more vegetables and less meat.

It was my first time on a dinner cruise, and the open atmosphere made it easy to enjoy conversations, which was wonderful. When we went, a typhoon was approaching, and the wind was strong, but the staff was considerate and moved us to the indoor seating on the second floor! The second floor also featured an artist performing live from Okinawa, so we enjoyed double the fun. I highly recommend it.

バーベキューセットで夜の便を利用しました。バーベキュー組は3階のアウトドアで、ビアガーデンのような雰囲気で楽しめました！
料理の量は十分で、２人で肉を食べきれないぐらいです。男女ならもう少し野菜多めで肉少なめでもいいかな。
ディナークルーズは初めてでしたが開放的な雰囲気で会話を楽しめとてもよかったです。
行ったときは台風が接近してて風が強かったのですが、店員さんが気をきかせてくれて2階の船内席に移動させてもらいました！2階はアーティストの沖縄ライブもやっているのでダブルで楽しめました。おすすめです。

It was great for efficiently exploring Okinawa, especially since it was my first time there and I wasn't used to driving. Walking along the Fukugi tree-lined path was something I wouldn't have thought to do unless I was taken there on a tour, but thanks to that, I had a wonderful experience. If I could wish for anything, I would have liked to stroll around here a bit longer, but that's just how it is.

The aquarium exceeded my expectations; I thought I wouldn't need much time there, but I actually needed more. I really enjoyed it.

It was a packed day, and I was able to spend it meaningfully.

沖縄自体が初めてというのと、車の運転に慣れていないのとで効率よく回るにはとても良かったです。フクギ並木を歩くなんて、ツアーで連れて行ってもらわない限り行こうという気にもならなかったと思うのですが、おかげでいい体験ができました。欲を言えば、もう少しここをゆっくり散策したかったのですが、それは仕方がないですね。
水族館も予想以上で、行く前はそんなに時間は必要ないんじゃないかと思っていたのですが、足りないくらいでした。とても満喫できました。
盛りだくさんで、一日を有意義に過ごせました。

Naha is not a place to enjoy night views, so I didn't see much of the scenery, but I had a delicious barbecue.

那覇は夜景を楽しむ場所では無いので、あまり景色は見ていませんでしたが、バーベキューは美味しく頂きました。

In July, I participated with four gospel friends. I had heard that there could be too many people to enter the cave, so I was worried, but on the day of our visit, we were blessed with good weather and were able to enter the Blue Cave just as the crowd thinned out. We enjoyed the most beautiful scenery!! Also, after leaving the cave, we were able to fully enjoy the waters of Okinawa while feeding the fish, which was truly wonderful. The guide took many beautiful photos at key points, and we were able to create the best summer memories!! I definitely want to go again!!!

7月にゴスペル仲間と４人で参加しました。
人が多くて洞窟内に入れないこともあると聞いていたので心配でしたが、
当日は天気にも恵まれ、ちょうど人が減ったタイミングで青の洞窟に入ることができ、
最高にきれいな景色を楽しむことができました！！
また、洞窟を出た後にも、魚の餌付けをしながら沖縄の海の中を満喫することができたのでほんとによかったです。
ガイドのお兄さんも要所要所で撮っていただいた写真も素敵なものばかりで、
最高の夏の思い出を作ることができました！！
ぜひまた行きたいです！！！

I had a three-year-old child, but the staff entertained them, allowing the parents to enjoy the beautiful sea and fish. The facilities include parking, showers, changing rooms, toilets, and hair dryers, but the parking lot is located a bit away from the store. The women's changing room and shower seem to be combined and are not very clean. The men's shower was outside. There was no signage for the men's changing room, so I changed inside while wrapped in a towel. There are coin lockers available for storing valuables and changes of clothes.

３歳の子どもがいましたが、スタッフさんが相手をしてくれたので
親もきれいな海や魚を見て、楽しむことができました。
駐車場・シャワー・更衣室・トイレ・ドライヤー完備となっていますが
駐車場はお店から少し離れた場所にあります。
女性の更衣室とシャワーは一体型のようで、あまり綺麗ではありません。
男性のシャワーは外にありました。
男性の更衣室は案内がありませんでしたので、室内でタオルを巻いて着替えました。
コインロッカーがあり、貴重品や着替えなどを入れられます。

Two years ago, I couldn't go to the Blue Cave due to a typhoon, but this time I was able to take my son. The guide was very attentive, and my child was extremely satisfied. We took a lot of photos, and it became a wonderful memory. The GoPro rental was also great. I would like to use it again when I come back.

一昨年、青の洞窟に台風でいけなかったので、今回、息子を連れて行くことが出来ました。ガイドの方は非常に丁寧に対応していただき、子供も大満足でした。写真も一杯取っていただき、いい思い出になりました。goproレンタルも良かったです。また、来たときは利用させてもらいたいです。

On July 9th, I participated in a bus tour and water buffalo cart ride during the Diamond Princess's stop at Ishigaki Island. Riding with Yuko, each view I saw while listening to the shamisen is etched in my memory. Although it was a short time, it was a very meaningful experience. Also, I would like to thank Veltra for their kind assistance regarding the return ferry service when I made my reservation.

7月9日、ダイヤモンドプリンセスの石垣島寄港の際にバス観光と水牛車に参加しました。
ゆうこさんに乗り、三味を聴きながら回って観た景色一つ一つが頭に焼き付いて、短い時間でしたがとても有意義な経験でした。
また予約時、ベルトラさんには帰りの船便のことで色々親切に対応して頂き、ありがとうございました。

This time, I participated with my mother, sister, nephew, and niece. The Blue Cave was even bluer than I imagined and was a truly wonderful place. Our guide, Mr. Hanyu, was kind and entertaining, and he helped uplift the mood along with his fellow guides, making for a very enjoyable time. I would love to join this tour again if I have the chance.

今回 母と妹と甥と姪と参加しました。
青の洞窟は想像以上に青くとても素敵な場所でした。
ガイドの羽生さんも親切で面白く、他のガイド仲間の方たちと気持ちを盛り上げていただき、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
機会があればまた参加したいツアーです。

I found this tour because I had been wanting to visit Taketomi Island, which is only about a 10-minute trip from Ishigaki Island. It was cheaper than buying the boat and water buffalo cart separately, so I decided on this option right away. You can also choose your return boat based on the day's conditions, which I recommend.

石垣島からたった10分くらいで行けるということで、以前から竹富島に行きたいと思っていたところ、こちらのツアーを見つけました。
船、水牛車を別々に買うより安かったので、すぐにこちらに決めました。
帰りの船も当日の状況によって決めることができるし、おすすめです。

This tour includes both water buffalo carts traveling through the water on Yubu Island and those moving through the town on Taketomi Island. As previous travelers have noted, upon checking in at the remote island terminal, we received all our tickets and proceeded to our respective boarding areas on time. The coordination and guidance at each location were solid, allowing us to explore freely and comfortably while ensuring a safe and efficient visit to all three islands.

The mangrove cruise took place on a day close to high tide, but there were unique sights to see during low tide, and the captain's stories were entertaining.

On Yubu Island, the water buffalo cart crosses the sea, creating a scene filled with sky, ocean, and the water buffalo cart. I had imagined it would have a more rustic charm, but it turned out to be quite touristy with a comical side, which seemed to appeal to a wide range of generations. While on land, after confirming the return time for the water buffalo cart, we were free to explore. For lunch, we went to a cafeteria where we enjoyed a bento box featuring Okinawan ingredients, including rice made from black rice from Iriomote Island. As someone visiting Okinawa for the first time, I found the unique food delicious, and I even bought some souvenirs at Ishigaki Airport on the way back, thanks to the bento from Yubu Island. We took beautiful photos of flowers and the water buffalo in the water, and while we could relax on Yubu Island, it was hot, so we took breaks in cool buildings while exploring.

On Taketomi Island, I chose the water buffalo cart and bus tour. First, we took a bus from Taketomi Port to Kaiji Beach and Kondoi Beach. Although the time at each location was short, there were cheers when we saw the beautiful shallow beaches. The water buffalo cart then leisurely moved through the streets lined with red-tiled roofs and blooming bougainvillea. (The water buffalo has a habit of stopping in the shade, which was quite charming.) With a roof overhead, we were shielded from the heat, and the 30 minutes passed quickly as the tour neared its end. The connection to the bus back to Taketomi Port was excellent, so there wasn't time to shop or have tea in town, but without this kind of tour that allows for a short visit to all three islands, I wouldn't have been able to travel to the Yaeyama Islands. The itinerary itself and the operational efficiency of the tour seemed to reflect feedback from previous travelers, showing improvements, and I thought it was a wonderfully well-organized tour. This time, I traveled alone as a reconnaissance trip, but if it’s this good, I’d like to bring my husband along next time and go again.

由布島で水の中をゆく水牛車と、竹富島の町なかをゆく水牛車の両方があるこのツアー。
先人の方が、体験談に書いておられる通り、離島ターミナルでの受付時に、すべてのチケットを受け取って、時間通りに各々乗り場へ。各場所での連携、誘導もしっかりしていて、自由で気楽
でありながら、安心で、効率良く３島を回れました。

マングローブクルーズは大潮に近い日にちでしたが、引き潮ならではの見どころがあり、
船長さんのお話も面白かった。

由布島では、海をわたってゆく水牛車。視界の中が、空と、海と、水牛車、の世界。。。
は、もうちょっといい感じに鄙びた風情かと勝手に思っておりましたが、
ツーリスティックで、コミカルな一面もあり、それはそれで、幅広い世代に受けている様子。
上陸中は、戻りの水牛車の集合時間を確認したら、自由に見学します。
お昼は、各々食堂に行き頂くのですが、
沖縄食材を散りばめたお弁当で、西表島の黒米？のごはんがついています。沖縄方面は初めての私には珍しい食べものが多くとても美味しかったので、帰りの石垣空港でお土産に買ったものもあり、由布島のお弁当のおかげと思っています。
美しい花や、水に入っている水牛さんの写真を撮ったり、由布島では結構ゆっくりできますが、
暑いので涼しい建物のなかで休憩しつつの見学という感じでした。


竹富島は、水牛車とバス観光を選びました。
まず、バスで竹富港からカイジ浜や、コンドイ浜へ。各所時間は短いですが、遠浅の美しい浜が見えた時には、歓声が上がっていました。
そして、水牛車は、ブーゲンビリアの咲く赤瓦の街並みをゆっくりと進みます。
（日陰で止まる癖のある水牛さんがご愛嬌）
屋根があるので暑さは遮られ30分は結構すぐ過ぎて、ツアーも終盤です。
帰りの竹富港までのバスへの連絡もやたら良いので、町へ出て、買い物や、お茶のみをする時間はありませんが、短い時間でも３島巡りできるこのようなツアーでなければ、八重山諸島の旅行には来られなかったでしょう。
旅程そのものも、それを実行する側の機動力もあり、以前体験談等で見かけた客の声も反映され改善されているように見えましたし、素晴らしくよくできたツアーだと思いました。
今回は、下見を兼ねての一人旅でしたが、こんなに良いなら夫も連れて、また行きたいです。

I participated in a cycling course on Taketomi Island. It was hot, but the kids really enjoyed collecting star sand at Star Sand Beach, playing on the beach as much as they wanted, and visiting the village. It was also nice to be able to choose the time for the return ferry.

竹富島でのサイクリングコースに参加しました
暑かったですが、星砂海岸で星砂集めたり、ビーチで好きなだけ遊んだり、集落にお邪魔したりで、子供たちはとても楽しんでいました
帰りのフェリーの時間が選べるのも良かったです

The place I really wanted to visit on my first trip to Okinawa was the Churaumi Aquarium. I was staying with friends who live in Okinawa, so while they were at work, I planned to enjoy the aquarium. However, I found out that it was farther from Naha than I expected and there were no transportation options available. I signed up for a bus tour that offered a longer stay at the Churaumi Aquarium, and about four hours flew by in no time. Since other facilities were located far away, if you spend too long enjoying the aquarium, you might not have enough time to explore everything else. I got so captivated by the large tanks that I ended up rushing to the dolphin show!

初めての沖縄でとにかく行きたかったところ！
それは美ら海水族館でした。
沖縄在住の友達の所へお世話になっていたので彼らが仕事中、水族館を満喫しようと思ってたのですが、思いのほか那覇から遠いことと、交通手段が無い？事でした。
バスツアーの中でも美ら海水族館の滞在時間が長いこちらのツアーに申し込み、約4時間、あっという間でしたね。
水族館以外の施設が離れたところにあったりして、水族館をあまり長く堪能してると回りきれなくなってしまいます。
私は巨大水槽に見入ってしまい大慌てでイルカショーへ向かうはめになってしまいました。

We took a 2-hour kayaking adventure along cliffs near Malibu beach provided by Aruguide. We enjoyed the activity very much thanks to Ryan who was our energetic instructor with expertise on kayaking in Okinawa waters. This was a bonus to us as we never expected to have an English speaking trainer whom we could communicate at ease since we don't speak any Japanese at all.

The tour began with a pickup in front of DFS near Omoromachi Station on the Yui Rail. This time, we visited the northern part of the island, which is not typically included in personal travel itineraries.

On the day of the tour, there were only five participants, making it a very small group. However, this allowed for a well-organized and smooth experience.

We were fortunate with the weather, and the views at Cape Hedo and Daichi Forest Park were beautiful. Although we walked and worked up a sweat, we were able to enjoy the sightseeing with a refreshing feeling (though it was quite hot!).

For lunch, we had a buffet at Okuma Private Beach & Resort, which offered a wide variety of fruits and desserts, including cakes. It was satisfying even when including the regular meal.

Next, we visited the Churaumi Aquarium (the last stop was Nago's Okashi Goten). Although I had been there once before, I didn't have time to explore the entire aquarium, so this time I focused on feeding the whale sharks and watching the dolphin show, which I missed last time.

The dolphin show was shorter than I expected, which was a bit disappointing, but the content was enjoyable, and I wished it had lasted longer.

Given its short duration, I felt a bit let down.

If I could wish for anything, it would be to have a little more time for strolling around the Churaumi Aquarium.

Nonetheless, I was very satisfied with the northern sightseeing experience.

ツアーの始まりは、ゆいレールのおもろまち駅近くのDFS前でのピックアップでした。
今回は、個人の旅行では中々行かない北部の観光です。

当日は、5名でのバスツアーとなり、非常に参加人数の少ないツアーでしたが、人数が少ないだけに時間行動がしっかりできてスムーズなツアーでした。

お天気にも恵まれ、辺戸岬、大石林山も景観が良く歩いて汗はかくものの爽やかな気持ちで観光出来ました（しかし、暑かったぁ〜苦笑）。

昼食は、オクマプライベートビーチ&リゾートでのビュッフェですがフルーツやケーキなどのスイーツの種類が多く、通常の食事を含めても満足出来るものでした。

次に美ら海水族館でした（最後は、名護のお菓子御殿）。
一度行った事があるものの水族館全体を見回る時間は無いので、今回はジンベイザメの餌やりと前回見られなかったイルカショーに絞り、見て来ました。

イルカショー、思っていたよりショーの時間が短く拍子抜けでしたが、ショーの内容は楽しく、もっとやって貰いたかった。

短かっただけに残念でした。

美ら海水族館は、欲を言えば、散策の時間をもう少しとって貰えると良いと思います。

それにしても北部観光、満足です。