Okinawa
It was a great deal since it was already cheaper than the original price and had an additional discount. The ticket pickup at the port and the water buffalo cart ride went smoothly, and the guidance was thorough, so I had no issues at all.
The shuttle bus schedule between the port and the hotel is fixed, so be sure to check it.
元々定価より安くさらに割引されていたのでお得でした。
港でのチケット受け取りや水牛車乗車もスムーズに進めることができ、案内もしっかりしていたので困ることは一切ありませんでした。
港とホテル間の送迎はシャトルバスの時間が決まっていますので要チェックです。
I used this service for a solo trip. The stories from the bus driver during the ride and the guide on the mangrove cruise were very interesting and entertaining. The timing was just right, making it a tour that I could fully enjoy!
ひとり旅で利用しました。
バスで移動中の運転手さんのお話や、マングローブクルーズのガイドさんのお話などなど、てても面白く楽しませていただきました。
時間配分もちょうど良くて、しっかりと満喫できるツアーでした!
Even though it's called a tour, the guide doesn't accompany you the whole time, so it feels quite free. Before departure, we were given tickets for the ferry, meals, bus, and water buffalo cart, and we moved to the next location on our own. Since various tours are happening simultaneously, some people mistakenly got on the wrong bus (but the bus guide will help you find your way, so it's okay). Overall, I was very satisfied with the experience, but if I had to say something, the lunch was a bit disappointing...
ツアーと言ってもガイドさんがずっと同行する訳ではないので自由な感じです。出発前にフェリー、食事、バス、水牛車等のチケットを渡され自分たちで次の移動場所に移動する感じです。色んなツアーが並行して開催されているので自分の乗るバスを間違えてる方もいらっしゃいました(でもバスガイドさんが捜索してくれるので大丈夫です)。とても満足な内容ですがしいて言えば、昼食がイマイチだったかな・・・。
About 10 minutes after departure, we were lucky enough to encounter a whale. I was moved to see its dorsal fin clearly and to be able to gauge the size of the individual. After that, we were able to see the blow and the tail fin protruding from the surface of the water from a distance several times. We returned to the port much earlier than scheduled, but I think the other passengers had no objections due to the high waves, the cold, and the ample opportunity for observation.
There was a sale of motion sickness medication at the reception, but I think it's better to prepare your own and take it in advance with plenty of time. It seems that on some days, 30 out of 40 people can get seasick.
出発してから10分ほどで運良くクジラに出会えました。背ビレがハッキリと、個体の大きさもはっきり分かるまで見れて感動しました。その後は遠方でブロウと水面から突き出たお 尾ひれをたびたび見ることができました。予定よりもかなり早い時間に港へと戻りましたが、高い波と寒さと充分に観察できた感で、他の乗客も異存がなかったかと思います。
受け付け時に酔い止めの販売がありましたが、自身で用意して時間にゆとりをもって事前に服用しておいた方がいいと思います。40人中30人が船酔いでヘタる日もあるようです。
Dear Balle,
I apologize for the delayed response. Thank you for participating in our whale watching tour among the many options available.
It’s great to hear that you encountered whales just 10 minutes after departure! We are pleased that you were able to see them clearly. As the season progresses, the whales tend to show various performances, so we are glad to know you were satisfied.
Regarding seasickness, it can be affected by the wind and waves on the day of the tour, but if you are concerned, we recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. Were you okay with seasickness?
Whales perform differently each day, so please consider joining us again when you visit Okinawa.
We look forward to your next visit. Thank you!
Balle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にご参加頂きありがとうございます。
出港して10分で遭遇できたんですね!
はっきりとご覧頂けたようで、弊社としても嬉しく思います。
シーズンに近づくにつれ、様々なパフォーマンスを見せるようになっていますので
ご満足いただけたようで何よりです。
船酔いについては、当日の風や波によって左右されますが
ご心配であれば事前に酔い止めを服用されることをおすすめしております。
Balle様は酔いは大丈夫でしたでしょうか。
くじらはその日によって、様々なパフォーマンスを見せてくれます。
ぜひまた沖縄にお越しの際は、ぜひご利用下さいね。
Balle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 found a traveler's experience in the comments for this course, which made me want to participate. It was exactly what I expected and very enjoyable. I recommend it to anyone thinking about taking a solo trip to a remote island. The staff was attentive, and even though I was participating alone, I felt well taken care of and had no unpleasant experiences at all. The time spent swaying in a water buffalo cart on the round trip to Yubu Island was a blissful moment I will never forget. I am grateful for this wonderful tour, as it would be quite difficult to go on my own.
このコースの書き込みに一人旅で参加した方の体験談があり、参加してみようと思いました。期待していた通りの内容でとてもよかったです。一人でぷらっと離島に行ってみようかなと思う人がいらしたら、お勧めします。スタッフの対応が丁寧で一人で参加しても心配りがあり、嫌な思いは全くしませんでした。水牛車に揺られて油布島への往復した時間は生涯忘れることができない至福の時でした。個人ではなかなか行くことが難しいので、素敵なツアーがあってよかったと思い感謝しています。
The weather was favorable, and I was able to see very beautiful scenery. The food ranged from traditional Okinawan dishes to authentic cuisine, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
天候にも恵まれ、とてもきれいな景色を見ることができました。
料理も沖縄らしい食事から本格的な料理まであり、堪能することができました。
I am a tourist from Taiwan.
Due to the typhoon on October 19 last year, my plan to ride the underwater sightseeing boat Orca was postponed to January 5 this year.
The weather was nice that day, and I felt great.
The staff threw food into the sea, and the fish gathered instantly.
The passengers were very excited and saw many fish through the glass.
I was really happy.
If I have another chance, I would like to ride it again.
私は台湾の観光客です。
去年の10月19号台風のせいで水中観光船オルカ号に乗る予定は今年1月5日に延ばしました。
あの日天気がいい気分もいい。
スタッフは海中に餌をかけて魚が瞬間集まってしまいした。
乗客は大興奮してガラス越しにたくさん魚を見ました。
本当に嬉しかったです。
またチャンスがあれば もう一度乗りたいです。
We participated as a couple with our 0-year-old child.
1. I thought it would be completely fine if we prepared a baby carrier.
2. For an hour and a half after starting, we couldn't see any whales. The boat was rocking a lot, and I started to feel a bit nauseous. I regretted not taking motion sickness medication. I recommend taking motion sickness medication.
3. It was a long travel time of an hour and a half to see the whales, and then just over an hour on the way back. I couldn't sleep much and got quite tired.
As a result, I was satisfied because we were able to see a large whale right in front of us.
0歳児の子供と夫婦で参加しました。
1、赤ちゃんは抱っこひもを用意しておけば、まったく問題ないと思いました。
2、スタートしてから1時間半クジラが見えず。また揺れが大きかったので気持ち悪く
なりかけました。酔い止めを飲まかったことをちょっと後悔。酔い止めの服用を推奨
3、1時間半の行きとクジラを見た後の帰りの1時間ちょっと。移動時間が長くあまり寝る
こともできず、かなり疲れました。
結果として、大きなクジラが目の前で見られたので満足です。
I stayed on Taketomi Island for two nights. It was great that this plan allowed me to change the dates for the round-trip ferry. I enjoyed a leisurely village stroll while being gently rocked in a water buffalo cart, and I was able to explore places like Kaiji Beach by bicycle, fully enjoying my time on Taketomi Island.
竹富島に二泊しました。このプランは、往復のフェリー利用日を前後に変えることも出来るので良かったです。水牛車にゆっくり揺られての集落散策や、自転車でカイジ浜などに足を伸ばせたり竹富島を満喫出来ました。
We all got excited searching for where the whales would appear, and it was thrilling! The tour guides also helped to create a lively atmosphere, and their stories were interesting.
どこからくじらが姿を現すのか皆さんで探して盛り上がりましたし、どきどきでした!添乗員の方たちも盛り上げてくださり、お話も面白かったです。
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!
Anyway, it was just too beautiful! I could see the fish in the ocean, and my wife was cheering (even though we're not that young anymore...). I learned about the different types of coral!!! I didn't know that. Next time, I want to dive in and swim in the ocean!
兎に角兎に角、キレイすぎ!海の中の魚たちも見え、家内も歓声を上げてました(年甲斐もなく・・・)サンゴの種類の説明に!!!知らなかった。今度は飛び込んで海中遊泳したい
I wanted the tour guests and individual guests to be separated. It was noisy, they were crowding in, and their arms were bumping into me... my wedding anniversary was ruined... I was really looking forward to it...
ツアーの客と個人で来てる客を分けて欲しかった。
騒がしくて詰めてくるわ腕が当たるわ・・・結婚記念日が台無しに・・・。
楽しみにしていたのに・・・。
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.