Okinawa
The boat shakes a lot until you reach the whale sighting location. If you get seasick, it might be quite tough... but it's worth enduring. When you spot a whale in the incredibly vast ocean, it's truly moving. It became a wonderful memory of Okinawa.
くじら出現場所に到着するまでは船がとにかく揺れます。船酔いする方は相当苦しいかも・・・でも我慢する価値あり。物凄く広大な海にくじらを発見したときには、めっちゃ感動しますよ。沖縄の良い思い出になりました。
Dear Ken-chan Jiru,
I apologize for the delayed response. Thank you for choosing our whale watching tour among the many options available.
Compared to summer, the waves tend to be higher in winter. The conditions of the wind and tide can affect the level of rocking, but there will inevitably be some movement. However, the excitement of encountering a whale after overcoming that rocking is unforgettable! We are glad to hear that it has become a wonderful memory of Okinawa for you.
Each time you go out, the whales you encounter and their performances are different, so I believe there are various ways to enjoy the experience no matter how many times you join us.
We look forward to your next visit, Ken-chan Jiru. Thank you very much.
けんちゃん汁様
ご返信が遅くなり、申し訳ございません。
この度は数あるツアーの中から
弊社のホエールウォッチングツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございます。
夏場に比べ、冬場は波が高めとなっております。
風や潮の状況でも揺れの状況は違いますが、どうしても揺れはでてきてしまいますね。
そんな揺れを乗り越えて、くじらに出会えたときの感動は忘れられないですよね!
沖縄の良い思い出になったようで、弊社としても嬉しく思います。
毎回毎回遭遇できるくじらや、パフォーマンスが違いますので
何度乗っても違う楽しみ方ができるかと思います。
けんちゃん汁様のまたのご利用お待ちしております。
ありがとうございました。
I have traveled to Okinawa many times, but this was my first time learning about this and I quickly decided to participate. Since my seat was by the window, the night view was beautiful, and the meal was delicious, so I was very satisfied.
何度となく沖縄旅行に来てましたが、今回初めて知り早速参加しました。
席は窓際でしたので夜景も綺麗で、食事も美味しく頂きとても満足でした。
We traveled to Okinawa with our family during the New Year holidays. Since I don't have a driver's license, I signed up for this service, and it was fully booked and very popular. I'm glad I made the reservation early.
Everyone acted on time, so everything proceeded as scheduled. I participated with my sixth-grade and kindergarten children, and we were very satisfied as we received souvenirs as well.
I will definitely recommend this to relatives and friends who are going to Okinawa. By the way, my husband was down with a cold, so I called to cancel early on the day of the trip, and I received a half refund. That was great.
年末年始を利用し、家族で沖縄に旅行しました。車の免許が無い為こちらを申し込みましたが、満員の大盛況でした。早く予約しておいて良かったです。
皆さんが時間通りに行動してくださったので、すべて時間通りに進みました。
小6と年長の子供と参加しましたが、お土産も頂き大満足でした。
沖縄に行く親戚や友人がいたら必ずオススメします。
ちなみにパパは風邪でダウンだったので、当日早朝にキャンセルの電話をしましたら、半分返金されました。良かったです。
Although it was a short time, I was able to fully enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Okinawa's remote islands. I efficiently visited tourist attractions such as the mangrove forest cruise in Iriomote Island, the tropical botanical garden and water buffalo cart in Yubu Island, and a tour around Taketomi Island. I think it's quite difficult to visit this many islands and attractions in just one day on your own. The guide's explanations were clear, making it a highly satisfying tour.
短時間でしたが、のんびりとした沖縄の離島の雰囲気を存分に味わうことができました。
西表島のマングローブ林クルーズ、由布島の熱帯植物園と水牛車、竹富島めぐりなど、観光名所を効率的に回ることができました。
なかなか個人では1日でこれだけの島と名所を回るのは難しいと思います。
ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすく、満足度の高いツアーでした。
We participated in a shisa-making and painting experience as a family of three. It took about two and a half hours to complete, but it was a lot of fun and the time flew by. We were very satisfied with the finished product.
家族3人でシーサー作り〜色付け体験に参加しました。完成まで2時間半位かかってしまいましたが、とても楽しくあっという間のひと時でした。出来上がりも大満足でした。
In December, I was worried about the weather on the remote islands, and indeed, we were met with rain... However, I was truly glad to experience the unique atmosphere of the islands. Next time, I want to go see the clear sky and sea. It was really wonderful.
12月の離島は、天気が心配でしたが、やはり雨に見舞われました…でも離島ならではの雰囲気に触れることができ、本当によかったです。今度は晴れた空と海を見に行きたいものです。本当に良かった。
Absolutely beautiful trip.... totally enjoyed every part.. the bus was very punctual and the host was super nice and caring... I definitely recommend this tour..it was great
It was my first time in Okinawa, and I tried making a shisa for the first time. Initially, I thought I would be taught by the staff, but it turned out that the basic approach was to do it myself and ask questions whenever I was unsure, which was a bit confusing. Although I couldn't make a cute shisa, I created a pair of shisa with my friend! My original shisa became the best souvenir for myself.
初めての沖縄で、初のシーサー作りでした。当初は店員さんに教わりながら作るのかと思っていたら、基本は自分自身で、わからないところがあれば随時質問する形態で少し戸惑いました。可愛いシーサーはできませんでしたが、友達とペアのシーサー作製!オリジナルシーサーは、何よりも一番の自分土産になりました。
I participated on November 20th. Since it was a private group, we were able to join comfortably as just two people. The facilities at Adventure Island were very clean, and even though there were two women, the waiting time was quite pleasant. They provided shampoo and conditioner in the showers. There was also a makeup area with plenty of amenities like hair dryers, cotton, and cotton swabs. After putting on our swimsuits, we wore wetsuits, but a bikini was sufficient; we didn't wander around the facility in our swimsuits, so I found shorts unnecessary. After returning from the sea, we went straight to the shower room to take off our suits.
The tour started around 2:30 PM, but as expected, the sea was cold as we approached late November. Especially inside the cave, it got chilly very quickly. Also, the waves were quite high, which could be tough for those prone to seasickness. I usually don’t get seasick, but I was surprised to hear that the waves were considered normal; to me, they looked high, but apparently, that’s just how it is in Okinawa (laughs). If you’re prone to seasickness, it’s definitely advisable to take motion sickness medication.
The cave was amazing. Thanks to the season and time of day, I was lucky to enjoy the cave in a luxurious setting with just my friend and the instructor. The water was reportedly clearer than usual, and I was thrilled by the glowing blue sea. We got to swim with many unique fish, and I was particularly excited about the swallowtail fish. Inside the cave, the instructor explained various things about the fish and the cave, and he made sure we could see the best blue, which made it a very enjoyable experience.
If I had one request, it would be to have the boat be private as well. I understand it might be difficult, but I started feeling seasick and got back on the boat early, only to have to wait for another diving group, which was really uncomfortable due to the cold and the rough waves. That waiting time was truly painful. I wish they could at least provide bath towels… or I would have appreciated advice to bring towels, even though I was told not to bring anything beforehand. It wouldn’t be necessary in summer, though.
In summary, the only issue was the wave height; the facilities, staff, and cave were all excellent. They took many photos, and they turned out beautifully. After this experience, we stopped by Manzamo on our way back (about a 15-minute drive). Unfortunately, it was cloudy, so we couldn’t see the sunset, but it was more spacious and open than I expected, and it was a beautiful place, so if you have time, I recommend checking it out. That’s all, I hope this helps!
11月20日に参加しました。1組貸切制なので、二人で気兼ねなく参加できました。
冒険島の施設はとても清潔感があり、女性2人でしたが待ち時間も過ごしやすかったです。シャワーにはシャンプーリンスもおいていてくれました。化粧台もあり、ドライヤーやコットン、綿棒など、備品も充実していました。水着を着たあとにウェットスーツを着るのですが、ビキニだけで十分でした、水着姿で施設をうろうろすることはありませんので、ショーパンなどは私は不要でした。海から帰ってもすぐにシャワー室に行ってそこでスーツを脱ぐので。
ツアーは14時半頃からでしたが、さすがに11月下旬に差し掛かると海は寒かったです。特に、洞窟の中は冷えます…一瞬で寒くなりました。あと、波がとても高く、船酔いしやすい人は厳しいですね。私はあまり船酔いしない人ですが、これでも波は普通だというので驚きでした、海経験の多い私にとってどうみても波は高かったですが、これが普通って…沖縄の海恐るべし(笑)酔いやすい方は必ず酔い止めを飲んだほうがいいです。波酔いもしかねません。
洞窟は最高でした。季節や時間帯のおかげもあり、運よく私と友人、インストラクターのお兄さんだけという贅沢な環境で洞窟を楽しめました。水もいつもより透き通っていたらしく、青色に光り輝く海には大興奮でした。変わった魚ともたくさん泳げたし、特にツバメ魚に興奮☆洞窟の中ではお兄さんが魚や洞窟について色々と説明してくれたり、最高の青を見せるために配慮していただき、とても楽しむことができました。
ひとつ注文をつけるなら、船も1組貸切にしてほしいなということでした。難しいかとは思いますが、波酔いしそうになったので早めに船に上がったのはいいものの、もう1組のダイビング体験のグループを待たなければならず、寒いわ船は大揺れで気持ち悪いわで、あの待ち時間が本当に苦痛でした。できればせめてバスタオルを用意していてほしかった…もしくは、事前に何も持っていかないほうがいいと言われていたのですが、タオルくらいは持参したほうがいいよとアドバイスしてほしかったです。夏なら必要ないですけどね。
まとめると、波の高さだけが問題で、施設、スタッフ、洞窟は最高という感じですね。写真もたくさん撮ってくれていましたし、写りもきれいでした。
私たちはこの体験のあとに、帰り道がてら万座毛(車で15分ほど)に行き、あいにく曇っていて夕日は見れませんでしたが、思っていたより広く解放感があり、美しい場所でとても満足だったので、時間のある方は寄ってみてはいかがでしょうか?以上、ご参考までに。
Thank you for your comment, Akina.
From autumn when the north wind blows to early spring, the area near the cave can become rough. To ensure you enjoy a comfortable tour, we will take your feedback into account and incorporate any areas for improvement. Thank you for your understanding.
akina様 コメント頂きましてありがとうございます。
北風の吹く秋から春先にかけては洞窟付近が荒れやすくなりますので、快適なツアーを楽しんでいただけますよう、皆様のご意見を参考にさせて頂き、改善出来る部分は取り入れていきますので、宜しくお願いいたします。
I went to Ishigaki Island. The sea is incredibly beautiful. You can easily move around from Ishigaki Island as a base. The itinerary can be arranged leisurely, making it very convenient. When you go to the port, there are various sightseeing tour guides available, which makes it easy to get around. However, it's smoother to make some reservations before your trip, as this allows you to make the most of your day. This time, I traveled on a tour, but instead of signing up for the travel agency's options, I went to Taketomi Island on my own. It was actually cheaper, even though it was for the same water buffalo tour on Taketomi Island (I met people from the same tour there). I had enough time to stroll around as well. Next time, I plan to stay near the port, as that would make it easier to get around.
石垣島に行ってきました。とにかく海がきれいです。石垣島を基点に動けます。行程もゆったり組めらくちんです。港にゆけば、遊覧観光の案内が各所にあり、とても動きやすいです。でもある程度は旅行前に申し込みしておく方がスムーズで、一日が有効に使えます。今回は、ツアーでの旅行でしたが旅行会社のオプションに申し込まず、個人で竹富島にいきました。費用もその方が同じ竹富島の水牛観光なのに安かったです。(竹富島で同じツアーの方達に会いました。)時間もあり、散策もできました。次回は港付近に宿をとり、行きたいと思っています。その方が、動きやすいです。
I rode a water buffalo cart to and from Yubujima. I wandered freely here and there... Although Shin-ki-kun is carefree, he and Hiromi-san are perfectly in sync. It made me feel very happy, realizing they are such an important family. Of course, Ichiro-kun and Shintaro-kun were all adorable too. You absolutely have to try it!
水牛車に乗ってゆぶじま往復。勝手気ままにあっちへ行ったりこっちへ行ったり・・新希君は自由気ままだけれど、ひろみさんとの息もピッタリ。大事な家族なんだなぁ~と、とってもハッピーなきもちでした。勿論、一郎君も新太郎くんもみんな可愛いかったです。絶対、乗ってください!
I used this for a family trip.
It had been over a week since the typhoon, so I checked with local friends about the condition of the sea, and I thought it seemed okay, but the visibility was about half of the usual level.
At the best viewing point, there was a noticeable difference in the fish and underwater scenery depending on whether you were sitting on the left or right.
I felt that it changed quite a bit with the light conditions.
The boat didn't sway much.
I thought it was a good deal to have a meal included for an extra 500 yen.
家族旅行で利用しました。
台風から1週間以上経っていたので現地の友人にも海の状態を確認し
大丈夫そうかな?と思いましたが透明度はレベルの半分ぐらいでした。
一番見えるポイントでは、左右座った席で見える魚や海の中に差がありました。
光の加減でかなり変わるなあと感じました。
船はそれほど揺れませんでした。
500円プラスでお食事つきはお得だと思いました。
Dear T.H,
Thank you for using our underwater sightseeing boat. Honestly, after the typhoon, we have been experiencing unpredictable sea conditions. We are pleased that we could provide you with some time to enjoy the waters of Okinawa during this period. We also appreciate your valuable feedback. We sincerely look forward to the opportunity to welcome you aboard again next time.
Sincerely,
The West Marine Staff
T.H様
この度は弊社の水中観光船をご利用いただきましてありがとうございました。台風経過後は正直、海上状況が予測できない日々が続きます。そんな中、少しでも沖縄の海を楽しんでいただくお時間がつくれたことをうれしく存じ上げます。また、貴重なご意見ありがとうございました。次回もT.H様のご乗船のご機会がありますことを心よりお待ち申し上げます。 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同
I think this tour allows you to visit three islands without wasting time and without being too rushed.
First, you check in at the counter at the remote island terminal. You receive tickets for various locations and an explanation of the day's itinerary. There is no guide, so you board the ferry on your own, but upon arrival at each island, there are staff members holding plates who will guide you to your next boat or bus.
As soon as the ferry from Ishigaki arrives at Iriomote Island, we head straight to the Nakama River cruise. On this day, there were many groups from travel companies besides this tour, making the boat and bus quite crowded. The approximately one-hour mangrove cruise was educational with explanations from the guide. I couldn't answer the question "What exactly is a mangrove?" before the tour, but now I can.
Once the cruise docks, we board buses assigned by course to head to the entrance of Yubu Island. Here, I finally got to ride the water buffalo cart I've always dreamed of! The buffalo and the driver seem to work in perfect harmony. It seems the buffalo can understand the driver's voice. Some carts even allow you to enjoy traditional music while riding, which was exhilarating!
On Yubu Island, we have about 1 hour and 30 minutes of free time for exploring the island and lunch. The entire island is a botanical garden, and since it's a small island with a circumference of about 2 km, you can take a leisurely lunch break and still have plenty of time to explore.
On the way back, we ride a different water buffalo cart (you must ride a different one than the one you took to get there) and then take a bus to Ohara Port, just in time for the ferry to Taketomi Island. We hardly had to wait before moving on, with about a 30-minute ride.
Upon arriving at Taketomi Island, staff members guide us again by course, and we take the glass-bottom boat tour for about 30 minutes. The port already showcases the beautiful emerald green sea! You can see Ishigaki Island in the distance, and from this perspective, Ishigaki Island looks quite urban.
On the glass-bottom boat, we saw colorful corals and a variety of fish. We even encountered beautiful blue-green damselfish and the popular clownfish! There were so many fish, and the driver's explanations were easy to understand, so the 30 minutes I worried about getting seasick flew by. After that, we enjoyed about an hour of sightseeing on the island by bus and walking through the village.
The bus took us to a beach with star sand. It was a hot day, so I felt lucky to quickly get to the star sand beach by bus. The guide also taught us how to find star sand, so we were able to collect a lot in a short time! If you can't find any, you can also buy it in a bottle at the shop.
Finally, we took a 20-minute walking tour of the village. The scenery with red-tiled roofs and stone walls was very beautiful.
After that, we returned on the 4 PM ferry from Taketomi to Ishigaki.
This was a packed tour lasting about 8 hours. I don't think we could have moved this efficiently on our own, so I think it's great for those who want to visit various islands in a limited time.
時間を持て余すことなく、かつ忙しなすぎず3島を巡れるツアーだと思います。
まずは離島ターミナルのカウンターで受付。各所でのチケットを受け取り当日の流れの説明を受けます。ガイドはいないので自分達でフェリー乗車ですが、各島では到着後、プレートを持ったスタッフがおり、次に乗る船やバスを案内してくれます。
石垣発のフェリーが西表島に到着するとすぐに仲間川クルーズへ。この日はこのツアー以外からも旅行会社の団体さん?が多く、ボートもバスも大所帯でした。約1時間のマングローブクルーズはガイドさんの説明付きで勉強になります。「マングローブ」って結局なに?という問いに、ツアー前は答えられませんでしたが、今なら答えられます。
クルーズが着岸すると、今度はコース毎に割り振られたバスに乗車し、由布島入口へ。ここで憧れの水牛車に乗車!牛さんと引き手さんは常にペアで働いているようで、息もぴったり。牛さんも引き手さんの声がわかるようなんですね。中には三線を聴きながら乗れる牛車もあり気分は最高潮に!
由布島では約1時間30分の自由時間で、島巡りとランチタイム。島全体が植物園になっており、周囲約2Kmほどの小さな島なのでお昼休憩をゆっくりとっても充分回れます。
帰りも水牛車に乗って(必ず行きと違う水牛車に乗れます)、大原港にバスで移動するともう竹富島行きのフェリー出港時間間際。ほぼ待つことなく次へ移動出来ちゃいます。この間約30分ほどの乗船時間。
竹富島に着くと、またコース毎に係の人が案内をしてくれ、私たちは約30分のグラスボートコースへ。港がすでにエメラルドグリーンの美しい海!遠くには石垣島がすぐ見えちゃいます。ここから見ると石垣島も充分都会なんですね~。
グラスボートではカラフルなサンゴと大小様々な魚がたくさん見れました。キレイなアオスズメダイや人気のカクレクマノミにも遭遇できちゃいました!本当に魚が多く、ドライバーさんの説明もわかりやすいので船酔いが心配だった30分間もあっという間に終了。そのあとは約1時間ほど、バスでの島内観光と集落の徒歩観光。
バスでは星砂のある浜へ連れて行ってくれます。この日は気温も高くとても暑かったので、バスでさくっと星砂浜へ行けてラッキー☆と思っちゃいました。またガイドさんが星砂の見つけ方を教えてくれたので、短時間でたくさんの星砂を拾えちゃいました!どうしても見つけれないときは売店で瓶に入って売ってるのでそれもまた手です・・
最後に、集落を20分ほど徒歩観光。赤瓦屋根、石垣の塀の景色がとっても美しかったです。
その後16時発の竹富発石垣行きのフェリーで帰着。
約8時間のてんこ盛りツアー、自分達ではこんなに効率良くは動けないので限られた時間でいろんな島を巡りたい方にはありがたいと思います。
I couldn't drive, so I decided to use this bus tour. I was generally satisfied, but it was a bit disappointing that there wasn't enough time to sightsee because we were pressed for time.
運転をできなくて今回のバスツアーを利用するようになりました
大体満足していたが、時間が切迫して見物する時間が足りないからちょっと残念でした
I used the service on February 23 this year. In February, Okinawa is still a bit chilly. The cherry blossoms have finished blooming, but it's just before the opening of the beach in March.
The cruise ship was larger than I imagined and seemed quite popular, as it was almost fully booked. For dinner, we started with a buffet of salads, followed by appetizers, and then the main course of steak. The taste was worth the price, and alcoholic beverages were sold separately.
I enjoyed the night view of Naha and a live performance of Okinawan songs. It was my first dinner cruise in Okinawa, and it was really great. I will participate again!
本年2月23日に利用致しました。2月ですと、沖縄はまだ少し肌寒いです。寒緋桜は終わっていますが、3月の海開き前です。
想像以上に大きなクルーズ客船、人気なようで、ほぼ満席でした。ディナーはまずはサラダなどのブッフェ、前菜、そしてメインのステーキを頂きました。お味はお値段相当、アルコール類は別売りです。
那覇の夜景と沖縄ソングのライヴを楽しみました。沖縄でのディナークルーズは初めてでしたので、大変良かったです。また参加しまーす!
We participated as a family of four adults. It's easy to get directly to the entrance of the cave by boat. It was everyone's first experience. We entered the water from the boat and held onto a rope attached to a float, which pulled us to the cave. My daughter and I were very nervous before entering the sea since it was our first time. However, the instructor (Ryo) provided thorough guidance, and even after we entered the water, he paid attention to various details like adjusting our goggles and tightening our life vests, which gave us a sense of security and allowed us to quickly get used to it and enjoy ourselves. Despite the unpredictable weather during the changing seasons, we were fortunate with the weather and were impressed by the beautiful blue color inside the cave and the many fish.
I recommend going early in the morning when it's less crowded, and the wind and waves are calm. We were excited to see the CD images we received at the hotel right away. We were all moved to see how many photos were taken. Next time, I definitely want to try diving.
大人四人家族で参加しました。ボートで直接洞窟入口の前まで行けるので楽チンです。全員が初体験。ボートから入水して四人が一つの浮き輪のロープにつかまって洞窟まで引っ張ってもらいました。初めての体験で、私と娘は海に入る前はとても緊張しました。でも、インストラクターさん(
リョウさん)が、丁寧に指導してくださり、入水してからも、ゴーグルのずれとか、ライフガードをもう少し締めましょうとか、皆んなの色々な細かいところに目を配ってくださって、安心感もありすぐに慣れて楽しむことができました。季節の変わり目は天候不順でクローズが多い中、天候にも恵まれ洞窟内の綺麗な青色と、たくさんの魚たちに感動しました。
朝一が空いていて、風も波も穏やかでおすすめです。
ホテルで早速いただいたCD画像を見てまた盛り上がりました。こんなに沢山撮ってくれてたんだねって皆んなで感激しました。
次回は是非ダイビングに挑戦したいです。
Dear Yoshie,
Thank you for your comment.
Experience diving can be a bit nerve-wracking at first, but once you dive in, it's easier than snorkeling, so please do give it a try next time.
ヨシエ様
コメント頂きましてありがとうございます。
体験ダイビングも最初は緊張しますが、潜ってみるとシュノーケルよりも楽ですから、次回は是非とも挑戦して下さい。
I was able to efficiently visit three islands in one day, and it became a wonderful memory! I want to go again. Thank you! ^ ^
1日で効率よく3島回ることが出来、大変良い思い出になりました!
また行きたいです。
ありがとうございました^ ^
Me and my boyfriend joint the RADO Churaumi one day tour and visited many places including the butterfly house and the Pineapple Park. This is a value for money tour and is perfect for you get to walk around freely without the need to follow the tour guide all the time. At each destination, the guide will tell you what time to return to the bus to set off to the next destination.
Although the staff do not speak English, it's very easy to follow their instruction. They are also very helpful and polite.
I highly recommend anyone who visit Okinawa for the first time to join this trip.
The tour price at 4700 yen with all entrance fee inclusive plus one free meal is unbeatable. What was unexpected was a free glassware gift and pineapple ice-cream! I do recommend the tour to my friends. However, the GPS-guide device does not work well at all. Although it comes with English, Chinese or Korean, the recordings only listenable intermittently with which international travelers may not be able to enjoy the journey in full.
I got this program from my trip cafe.
It introduces this is "very reasonal price & program".
when we travellers regard distance and time.
It's not easy to decide how to do all at once.
ThanX a lot Veltra~, Next time I will choose again~! :)
The experience itself was very satisfying.
I had made a reservation two days after the typhoon, but due to the waves, it seemed like the boat wouldn't be able to go out, so I changed my reservation. The phone response during that time wasn't very good. They said they wouldn't know if it would be held until an hour before the event and asked me to just come to the shop... I understand that the weather is unpredictable, but is it normal not to know if the afternoon tour will take place until right before it?
Although I postponed my reservation by a day, the waves were still high, and we couldn't go to the Blue Cave. However, we were taken by boat to a coral farm, which was fun because there were many types of fish. Since it was a private tour, the guide took a lot of pictures and helped us find fish that were hard to spot, making it a very enjoyable tour. I think we saw about 20 different types of fish? I was especially happy to see a sea snake.
体験自体は大満足でした。
台風がきた2日後に予約をしていたのですが、波の影響で船が出せなさそうということで、予約を変更しました。その際の電話対応があまり良くなかったです。当日の1時間前にならないと開催するか分からない、とりあえずショップに来てくれ等・・・。天候が読めないのは仕方ないと思うのですが、午後のツアーなのに直前にならないと開催可否が分からないなんて事があるのでしょうか?
予約を1日遅らせたものの、結局波が高く、青の洞窟は行けませんでした。しかし、船で珊瑚の養殖場に連れて行ってもらえて、そこは魚の種類がたくさんで楽しかったです。貸切制なので、ガイドさんがたくさん写真を撮ってくれたり、姿を発見しにくい魚の場所を教えてくれたりと、とっても楽しいツアーでした。魚は20種類くらい見れたかも?特に、ウミヘビを見ることが出来たのがうれしかったです。
Thank you for your comment regarding the Blue Cave. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the boat's departure. The sea conditions can change suddenly within minutes, so the captain makes decisions for each trip. There are times when it can be difficult to assess the situation until we actually head out to sea, which may lead to delays, and we apologize for that. Safety is our top priority, so there may be times when we cannot meet your requests, and we appreciate your understanding. We look forward to your next attempt to visit the Blue Cave, and our staff will be waiting for you.
青の洞窟様
コメントありがとうございます。
ボートの出航に関しまして、大変ご迷惑をおかけしました。
海況は数分で突然変わってしまうので、毎便ごとに船長が判断します。実際に沖へ出てみないとわからない微妙な時もありますので、対応が遅くなってしまう事がありまして申し訳ございません。
安全を最優先しますので、お客様のご要望にお答えできない時もありますので、ご了承下さいませ。
次回は青の洞窟へ再チャレンジしてくださるよう、スタッフ一同お待ちしております。
I heard that if the waves are high, we can't go even if the weather is nice, so I was worried, but I was lucky that the tour was held for the first time in three days. The early morning tour was not crowded, but I heard that during the afternoon tours, there can be one-way restrictions inside the cave. It was my first time snorkeling, but the guide was friendly and had interesting stories, even diving down to take pictures for us, so I had no worries with the excellent service. I was also glad to see the clownfish. It was my first time feeding fish underwater, and I was surprised by the huge number of fish that gathered. The experience and the beauty of the scenery were perfect, but while drifting in the waves outside the cave during snorkeling, those who are sensitive might experience seasickness, so I think it's better to take motion sickness medication. As a bonus, the Okinawa soba restaurant recommended by the staff was delicious and satisfying.
波が高いと天気が良くても行けないと聞き、心配していましたが、3日ぶりに催行されて運が良かったです。朝一番のツアーが空いていて、昼頃のツアーになると、洞窟の中で一方通行に制限されたりすることもあるそうです。シュノーケリングは初めてでしたが、引率の方も気さくで話も面白く、わざわざ潜って写真を撮ってくれたりして、サービス満点で不安はありませんでした。カクレクマノミも見れて良かったです。水中で魚にエサをやるのは初めてでしたが、物凄い数の魚が集まってきて、驚きました。体験内容と景色の美しさは満点でしたが、シュノーケリングをしながら洞窟の外で波に漂っていると、弱い方は船酔い症状になるので、酔い止めを服用して行った方が良いと思います。番外ですが、店の方に教えてもらったソーキそば屋さんも美味しくて満足でした。
Thank you for your review, Tanuki Yamano.
Even on days with bad weather, there are times when the sea is calm, and conversely, there are days with good weather when the sea is rough, making it difficult to enjoy activities on the water.
For the popular Blue Cave, the most straightforward factor is the north wind.
When looking from the cave, there is no land nearby to block the wind from the north, so when the north wind blows, the sea becomes rough.
The blue of the cave changes in color depending on the position and brightness of the sun, as well as the tides, so please come back to visit us again. The view of the cave and the fish from underwater while diving is also beautiful.
山野 狸様
口コミありがとうございます。
お天気が悪くても海が穏やかな日もあり、お天気が良いのに海が荒れる日もありますので、海の遊びは難しいですね。
皆様に人気の青の洞窟ですと、一番わかりやすいのは北風です。
洞窟から見て北には風を遮る陸地が近くにないので、北風が吹くと荒れます。
洞窟の青は太陽の位置や明るさ、潮の満ち引きで色合いが変わりますので、また遊びに来て下さい。ダイビングで水中から見る洞窟や魚も綺麗ですよ。
We were both nervous for our first snorkeling experience, but all the staff were kind and talked to us a lot, making it a fun experience!
Our foreign guide, Lulu, accompanied us and he was a gentle, handsome guy! He helped us by adjusting our goggles and providing support, which was a great help. Although we couldn't go to the Blue Cave due to the waves and wind, we enjoyed spotting fish that we had seen at the aquarium.
We realized that we are prone to seasickness and were silent on the way back... (laughs) After returning, we could take our time with showers and drying our hair without feeling rushed at all.
I regretted not taking a photo with Lulu and the three of us! Enjoy your time in Japan! Thank you to everyone for your help.
二人とも初のシュノーケリングで緊張しましたが、スタッフの方皆さん親切でたくさん話しかけてくださり、楽しい体験でした★
外人ガイドさんの、ルルさんが付き添ってくださいましたが優しいイケメンお兄さんです!
ゴーグルを直してくれたりサポートしてくれて( ; ; )かなり助けて頂きました。
波と風の都合で青の洞窟には行けませんでしたが、水族館で見たお魚を発見して楽しめました♡
船酔い&波酔いに弱いとこの日わかった私たちは帰りの船は無言…笑
帰った後はのんびりシャワーしててもドライヤーしててもせかされたりは一切なかったです(・ω・)♡
ルルさんと3人で写真を撮れば良かったと後悔しました!日本を楽しんでくださいね!!皆様お世話になりました。
Thank you for your review, Kaori Tajima.
Lulu is currently traveling through various Asian countries, so I will let her know. I think she will be very happy to hear it.
Also, Lulu is scheduled to return to Okinawa in the summer, so please come visit again. At that time, feel free to use other staff members, and make sure to take a commemorative photo with Lulu!
田島とかおり様
口コミありがとうございます。
ルルは現在アジア諸国を巡っていますので、伝えておきますね。すごく喜ぶと思いますよ。
また夏には沖縄に帰ってくる予定ですので、また遊びに来て下さい。その時は他のスタッフを使ってイイですから、ルルと一緒に記念撮影して下さい!
私は旅行カフェからこのプログラムを手に入れました。
これは「非常にリーズナブルな価格とプログラム」と紹介されています。
私たち旅行者が距離と時間を考慮すると、
すべてを一度にどうするか決めるのは簡単ではありません。
ありがとう、Veltra!次回もまた選びますね〜! :)
I got this program from my trip cafe.
It introduces this is "very reasonal price & program".
when we travellers regard distance and time.
It's not easy to decide how to do all at once.
ThanX a lot Veltra~, Next time I will choose again~! :)
I was glad to be able to efficiently explore everything in one day. The shamisen music played while crossing the sea on the water buffalo cart added to the atmosphere. On Iriomote Island, the bus driver's stories were so interesting that I couldn't help but laugh. It was a very enjoyable and meaningful experience.
1日で効率よくまわれて良かったです。
水牛車で海をわたるときに奏でていただいた三味線も雰囲気がありました。
西表島ではバスの運転手さんのお話がおもしろくて思わず笑ってしまいました。
とても楽しく有意義でした。
On that day, it was my partner's birthday, and I had mentioned in advance via email that I would appreciate it if they could say "Happy Birthday" to me. I was wondering when they would say it, and I was very happy when they said it at the timing of taking photos at the Blue Cave! When I got back and looked at the CD-ROM they gave me, the images were beautiful, and they were taken very well! Since it's difficult for amateurs to take clear underwater photos, I thought they did an amazing job. Next, I’m thinking of asking for a diving experience.
Happy Birthday, Lulu, on the 13th!
Thank you so much!
当日は相方の誕生日で先にメールで覚えていたらおめでとう〜と声をかけてほしいと伝えてました。いつ言ってくれるのかな〜と思っていたら青の洞窟で写真をとるタイミングで言っていただいてとても嬉しかったです!帰ってきていただいたCDROMを見たら画像がきれいで、すごく上手に撮れてました!素人だと水中はぶれてしまってうまく撮れなかったりするのでさすがだな〜と思いました。次はダイビングをお願いしようかなと思います。
ルルさん13日お誕生日おめでとうございます!
ほんとにありがとうございました〜!
Dear Watanabe,
Thank you for your review.
We are glad you chose the Adventure Island tour to celebrate your birthday.
Please come visit Okinawa again!
ワタナベ様
口コミありがとうございます。
お誕生日の記念に冒険島のツアーを選んで頂けて嬉しいです。
また沖縄へ遊びに来て下さい。
We participated with our one-year-old son, my husband, and my grandparents, making a group of five. The transportation by boat and bus was comfortable with air conditioning, and since we were moving while enjoying wonderful scenery, it wasn't tiring at all. We also had the flexibility to take bathroom breaks whenever needed, which was great for my grandparents (in their 60s) and our one-year-old son, allowing us to have plenty of time.
Iriomote Island was the main focus of the cruise. Yubu Island was centered around the water buffalo cart and lunch break. (Yubu Island itself is a subtropical botanical garden, and we could explore freely within the time limit, but it was hot, so we couldn't wander for long. The lunch was a regular bento box.)
Taketomi Island was mainly for sightseeing. We debated between cycling around the island or taking a water buffalo cart tour, but choosing to rent bicycles was the right decision. We had the freedom to use our time as we wished, and during our cycling time, we opted for a self-funded water buffalo cart tour. It was hot, and since our child was small, we decided to take the 5 PM boat back, but I think taking the last boat at 5:40 PM would have allowed enough time for sightseeing and breaks on the island.
It was a day that flew by in no time.
1歳の息子と夫婦、祖父母の5人で参加しました。
船やバスでの移動は、冷房が効いていて快適でしたし、素晴らしい景色を眺めながらの移動なので苦にならずさほど疲れませんでした。合間合間で、自由にトイレ休憩もできるので祖父母(60代)や1歳の息子がいても時間に余裕があります。
西表島はクルーズがメイン。
由布島は水牛車とランチ休憩がメイン。(由布島は、島自体が亜熱帯植物園になっていて時間内で自由散策ができましたが、暑かったので長時間は散策できませんでした。ランチは、お弁当で普通です。)
竹富島は島内観光がメイン。レンタサイクル観光にしようか水牛車観光にしようかコースを迷いましたが、レンタサイクルにして正解でした。時間が自由に使え、そのサイクリングの時間の中で自費で水牛車観光をしました。暑く、子供が小さかったのもあり帰りの船の時間を17時にしましたが、最終の17:40にすれば島内観光や休憩も含め十分だと思います。
あっという間の1日です。
The weather was nice, but the sea was rough, like a roller coaster. There were small children on board, but they all got seasick. Since we boarded the boat after breakfast, motion sickness medication is a must. We were able to see the whales properly, but we returned to land early.
天気は良かったのですが、海が荒れててジェットコースターのようでした。小さな子供もいましたが船酔いで全滅でした。朝食後船に乗るので酔い止めは必須です。ホエールはちゃんと見ることができましたが早々に陸に切り上げとなりました。
I participated in the afternoon tour. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great, and there was an explanation that visibility was somewhat limited. There were several groups of foreign tourists, totaling 160 people on the same boat, so everyone was desperately trying to secure their seats. Those who couldn't find a seat were standing around the boat, which made it difficult to see the scenery. It felt like there were too many people on board...
While we were watching, the boat didn't sway much, and they helped us find good viewing points, so we were able to see quite a bit. However, I was disappointed that we had less time to see things than I had expected.
午後の時間帯のツアーに参加しました。
あいにくお天気で、多少見えるとのことの説明があがありました。
いくつかの外国人の団体と一緒で総勢160名が同じ船に乗っているため各々自分の席を確保するのも必死、座れなかった人たちが船の周りを取り囲むように立っていたため景色もあまり見れませんでした。少し乗船人数が多すぎるのでは…
ウォッチングしている間はあまり船も揺れず見れるポイントを探していただいたので割と見ることができました。ただ思っていたよりも見る時間が少なかったのが残念でした。
The flexibility of the tour company was a great help! I really wanted to visit Hateruma Island on the same day as this tour, so I thought I’d give it a shot and asked if the original schedule could be changed, even though it was tight. They kindly agreed to make the changes. This tour company must be really good at communication!
Actually, the weather wasn't that great, but they adapted well, and I was most satisfied that I could go to the places I wanted to visit. Thank you very much.
ツアー会社さんの融通の利きがよかったので助かりました!
どうしてもこのツアーと同日に波照間島へも行きたいと思っていたので、ダメ元でぱつぱつなスケジュールを考えて、当初のスケジュールが変更可能か聞いてみたところ、快く変更してもらえました。きっとこちらのツアー会社さんはホウレンソウが上手くやれているんでしょうね!
実は天気はさほど良くはなかったのですが、臨機応変に対応して頂いて、行きたかったところに行けたのが何より満足でした。
ありがとうございました。