All Reviews for 浮潛（シュノーケリング）

I wanted to try sea kayaking for the first time in Okinawa, and I found out there was a Blue Cave near our hotel, so my family of five participated in this activity.

Sea kayaking was really fun as we glided over the beautiful gradient of the sea and a vast number of fish, weaving between steep cliffs and rocks. The distance to the Blue Cave was just right—not too close and not too far.

I was worried about whether my 6-year-old youngest son could snorkel in the Blue Cave, but thanks to our guide Ko-chan's years of experience and excellent instructions, he kept his face in the water almost the whole time. There were places that were so deep and dark that we couldn't see the bottom, but he did really well without getting scared.

Thanks to this, our whole family was able to fully enjoy the mysterious and wonderful blue world, and we were truly satisfied.

Thank you, Ko-chan, for the fun time, great conversations, and many photos!

初めての沖縄で初めてのシーカヤックをやってみたくて、ホテルの近くに青の洞窟があることを知り、家族5人でこちらへ参加させていただきました。

シーカヤックは海の綺麗なグラデーションと膨大な数の魚の上を進みつつ、切り立った崖や岩の間をすり抜けるのが本当に楽しかったし、青の洞窟までの距離も近過ぎず遠過ぎずちょうど良い距離。

青の洞窟では6歳の末っ子くんがシュノーケリングできるか不安でしたが、ガイドのこうちゃんの長年の経験に裏打ちされた絶妙なインストラクションのおかげで、ほとんどずーっと海の中に顔をつけてくれました。
底が見えないほど深かったり暗い場所もあったけどよく怖がらずにやってくれたなと。
おかげで家族揃って不思議で素敵な青い世界を十分堪能することができ、本当に大満足でした。

こうちゃん、楽しい時間と会話と多くの写真をどうもありがとうございました！

Thank you for your help the other day.

My impression was very positive!

The Blue Cave was, of course, great, but our guide, "Ko-chan," had a wonderful personality, which allowed us parents to enjoy snorkeling with peace of mind.

My younger son is timid, and it was our first snorkeling experience as a family of four, but as expected, he was scared before we started snorkeling.

Usually, he hides behind his mother and does nothing. However, thanks to Ko-chan's thorough guidance and the time he spent with my son, my son became motivated and ended up having the most fun.

Not only did we enjoy the Blue Cave, but I believe my son was also able to grow through the snorkeling experience.

Thank you very much.

P.S. Thank you for the hat as well. I apologize for the trouble.

先日お世話になりました。

感想はすごく良かったです！

青の洞窟はもちろん良かったのですが、担当が「コウちゃん」という方で、パーソナリティが素晴らしく僕ら親も安心してシュノーケリングを楽しめました。

下の息子が臆病で、4人揃って初のシュノーケリング体験でしたが、案の定シュノーケリング開始前に怯えていました。

普段だと、奥さんの影に隠れ何もしないのが常です。
ですが、コウちゃんがしっかりと時間をかけた息子への指導のお陰で息子もやる気になり、最後には1番楽しんでいました。

青の洞窟を楽しめただけではなく、シュノーケリング体験を通して息子も一皮剥けることができたのではないかと思います。

ありがとうございました。

p.s帽子もありがとうございます。ご迷惑をおかけしました。

I made a reservation the day before based on the weather conditions. Our guide, Mr. Osaka, was very kind and reliable, making it a thoroughly satisfying tour. Thank you! Additionally, while the children were initially scared, they seemed to enjoy Mr. Osaka's talks and tricks! I would like to use this service again when I visit Okinawa.

天気の状況をみて、前日に予約しました。
ガイドの大坂さんは、とても親切で頼りになり十分満足できるツアーとなりました。ありがとうございます！また、子ども達も、最初こそ怖がっていましたが、大坂さんのトーク、小技にも楽しんでいる様子でした！沖縄に行った際にはまた、利用したいと思います。

It was truly a wonderful tour! The Blue Cave was beautiful, of course, and I was amazed by how close the fish were swimming in the sea as we swam to the cave! I brought my three children, and the staff were incredibly kind and considerate, allowing us parents to fully enjoy the tour as well. They took many lovely photos for us, and even now that we're back, we keep looking at them. We're talking about wanting to go again, so please take care of us when that time comes! I signed up for the tour at 7 AM after the Obon holiday, but by around 9 AM when we were leaving, there were a lot of people on the stairs at the cape, and the parking lot was crowded with a line, so I recommend the early morning tour.

本当に素敵なツアーでした！青の洞窟はもちろん綺麗だったし、洞窟まで泳いでいく海では魚が手に届きそうなくらい近くで泳いでいて感動しました！子供3人連れて行きましたが、スタッフさんもすごく優しく、いろいろ配慮していただき、親のわたしたちもツアーを思う存分楽しめました。素敵な写真もたくさん撮っていただき、帰った今でも何度も見返しています。また行きたいねーと話しているので、その際はよろしくお願いします！お盆明けの時期、朝7時からのツアーに申し込みましたが、帰る9時ごろには岬の階段に人がたくさん、駐車場も混雑で列になっていたので、早朝のツアーがおすすめです。

We participated in a one-day tour as a family of four. In the morning, we did stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) at Ingyamarine Garden, and in the afternoon, we moved to Shinjo Coast for snorkeling. We intended to do both SUP and kayaking, but there was a miscommunication (even during our correspondence with VELTRA and when confirming with the shop the day before...), so we ended up doing only SUP. I was a bit worried since we have small children, but the waves were calm in the bay, so they were able to ride on the parents' SUP and join in. The older child got close to the guide, who pulled them along at speed on the SUP, and they also learned how to dive for snorkeling, which they really enjoyed. We were satisfied to see turtles and clownfish as well. In addition to commemorative photos at the points, we could also ask for pictures during our free time.

1日ツアーに家族4人で参加しました。午前はインギャーマリンガーデンでSUP、午後は新城海岸に移動してシュノーケルをしました。SUPとカヤックのつもりでしたが、うまく伝わっておらず（VELTRAさんとのやりとり＆前日確認時にもショップさんと会話したのですが。。。)全部SUPになりました。小さい子供がいるので大丈夫かなと思いましたが、湾内で波も穏やかだったので親のSUPに乗って一緒に出来ました。上の子はガイドさんに懐いて、SUPをスピード出して引っ張ってもらったり、シュノーケルも潜り方教えてもらったりですごい楽しんでいました。カメやニモも見れて満足でした。ポイントでの記念撮影の他、自由時間に声をかけると写真も撮ってもらえました。

I participated in a one-day tour. There were about 10 participants in 4 to 5 groups for one guide. In the morning, we did stand-up paddleboarding at Ingyamarine Garden, and in the afternoon, we went snorkeling at Shinjo Coast. It took about 15 to 20 minutes to enter the sea from the parking lot and receive a briefing, and the tour lasted about 40 minutes. After the tour, we took group photos and then dispersed at the parking lot.

As for important notes:
- Each participant needs to travel to the meeting point by rental car, and we will receive information about the meeting point the day before.
- Lunch is also on your own, but many shops are still closed even though the morning tour ends around 10:30.
- At Shinjo Coast, the parking lot was full, which took time to enter, and there was also a parking fee of 1,000 yen.

1日ツアーに参加しました。ガイドさん1人に対して、参加者は4～5組の10人位でした。午前はインギャーマリンガーデンでSUP、午後は新城海岸でシュノーケルをしました。いずれも駐車場から海にエントリーおよび事前説明に15～20分、ツアーが40分位、ツアー後にグループごとに写真撮影し、駐車場で解散でした。
注意事項として、
・集合場所へは各自レンタカーで移動で、前日に集合場所の連絡もらいます。
・お昼も各自で取るのですが、午前のツアーが10:30頃に終わるもののお店がまだ開店していないところも多いです。
・新城海岸は駐車場がいっぱいで入るまで時間がかかったのとともに駐車場料金も1000円必要でした。

I participated in the SUP tour and sea turtle snorkeling! I was supposed to receive a call the day before, but there was no contact by 5 PM, so I reached out myself. The staff at the reception seemed unaware of my reservation, which made me quite anxious. They said they would get back to me, but I ended up receiving a call at 7 PM. I wish they had informed me if it was going to take that long.

As for the activities, the SUP tour in the morning was my first experience, and I was worried about whether I could stand up, but in the end, I managed to do it and had a lot of fun. There was a staff member at the back who provided helpful advice on how to paddle, which was very clear and easy to understand.

During snorkeling, it was low tide, so the coral reefs were very close, and I was able to see colorful fish, which was truly moving. I even encountered a sea turtle, and I was very satisfied. Although I was anxious about the communication issue, the activities themselves were fantastic!

SUPツアーとウミガメシュノーケリングに参加しました！！
前日に連絡が来るはずが17時になっても連絡がなく、こちらから連絡をしましたが、受付の方が予約を把握していないのか色々と不安になりました。折り返しの連絡をくれるということでしたが、結局連絡がきたのが19時でこんな時間になるなら一言言って欲しかったです。

肝心のアクティビティですが、
午前中はSUPツアーで、初めてのSUPなので乗れるか心配でしたが最終的には立つこともできとても楽しかったです。
後方にもスタッフさんが付き、乗り方のアドバイス等も丁寧に教えてくださり分かりやすかったです。
シュノーケリングは、ちょうど干潮だったのでサンゴ礁がとても近く色とりどりの魚も見れて、とても感動しました。ウミガメとも遭遇できて大満足でした。
連絡の件で不安になりましたが、アクティビティ自体は最高でした♪

I experienced SUP and snorkeling. It was my first time doing SUP, but the staff were kind and taught me carefully, so I was able to do it well right away! The scenery at Ingyamarine Garden was also wonderful, allowing me to experience the essence of Okinawa.

I did snorkeling at Shinjo Beach, and I was lucky enough to encounter four sea turtles! I thought it would be lucky if I saw one, so I was extremely excited! The staff also explained how to do it carefully at the beginning, so I think beginners can participate with confidence.

Overall, it was a very satisfying day. Thank you!

SUPとシュノーケリングを体験しました。
SUPは初めてでしたがスタッフの方が優しく丁寧に教えてくださり、すぐに上手くできるようになりました！
インギャーマリンガーデンの景色も素晴らしく沖縄らしさを体験することができました。
シュノーケリングは新城海岸で行いましたが、なんとウミガメは４匹も出会うことができました！会えたらラッキーぐらいに考えていたのでテンション上がりまくりです！
こちらも最初に丁寧にやり方を教えてくださるので初心者の方も安心して参加できると思います。
とにかく大満足な一日でした、ありがとうございました！

The Blue Cave was too crowded, making the experience somewhat disappointing. The staff was friendly and polite, which was nice. It was a bit inconvenient that there were no bath towels available.

青の洞窟が混雑し過ぎていて、体験としては微妙だった。スタッフはフレンドリーかつ丁寧でよかった。バスタオルがないのはちょっと不便

I participated in a snorkeling tour at the Blue Cave! It was just the two of us, and we had one guide who took a lot of photos without us even noticing, which made it really enjoyable! The way they shared the data was smooth, and we were able to participate without any stress until we left, creating wonderful memories!

青の洞窟のシュノーケルツアーに参加してきました！夫婦2人で1人ガイドの方がついてくれて写真も知らない間にたくさん撮ってくれていてとても楽しめましました！データの渡し方もスムーズで帰るまで本当にストレス無く参加でき良い思い出ができました！

Since it was right in the middle of Obon, all the local tours were fully booked and I was feeling down about not being able to make a reservation, but then I discovered this tour!! Although there are conditions for credit card payment, I can't express how grateful I am to have been able to make a last-minute reservation.

They provide everything you need, so all you have to do is head out!! The SUP experience, the Blue Cave, snorkeling, and the guide was efficient and amazing!!! I was also happy that they took photos for us and we received the data on the way back.

One thing that concerned me was that we were dropped off at Kabira Bay at 11:30 after the morning SUP, and the next meeting was at 13:45. Since it was a local meeting point and I had left my phone in the car, I had a bit of extra time on my hands. If they had informed us about this in the morning... I recommend that those on the full-day course bring some filming equipment for the break at Kabira Bay. If it weren't for this, I would have given it a ★5. It's important to do your research.

Thank you for the fun and valuable experience. The guide, Mr. Kimura, was the best!!

お盆ど真ん中だったので現地払いのツアーはどこも満員で予約が取れずに意気消沈してたところ、このツアーを発見！！クレカ払いの条件はつきますが直前で予約が出来た有り難さは計り知れないです。

全て貸し出してくれるのであとは向かうだけ！！SUP体験、青の洞窟、シュノーケル、ガイドさんがテキパキしていて最高でした！！！
写真も撮ってもらえて、帰りにデータを頂けるのが嬉しかったところです。
ひとつ気になったのが午前のSUP終わり11:30に川平湾で降ろされ、次の集合が13:45だったところですね^^;現地集合で携帯も車に置いてきてしまっていたので少し時間を持て余しました。朝の段階で伝えてもらえてれば、、1日コースの方は川平湾の休憩時に備えて何か撮影機材持っておくことオススメします。これさえなければ★5にしたのにってところです。下調べは大事ですね。

楽しい体験、貴重な体験をありがとうございました。ガイドしてもらった木村さん最高〜！！

This was my second time snorkeling at the Blue Cave, following a visit a few years ago. My spouse and I signed up, and we felt very secure with a dedicated guide accompanying us. This time, we also had a lovely intern student with us, making it a fun group of four.

The cave was crowded, and we had to wait our turn for photo spots, but we managed to get many beautiful pictures taken. The guide was kind and taught us a lot, capturing photos from various angles, which created wonderful memories.

The shop was close to the dock, and it was quick to get to the cave, so I definitely think taking a boat is the best option. Thank you for your support!

数年前に続き2回目の青の洞窟シュノーケリングでした。
夫婦2人で申し込みましたがガイドが専任で着いてくれたのでとても安心でした。また今回は可愛らしいインターン学生の方も同行だったので4人で楽しく向かいました。
洞窟は混雑しており写真スポットの順番待ちになりましたがきれいな写真を何枚も撮ってもらいました。
ガイドの方が優しくいろいろ教えてくれて様々な角度の写真もいっぱい撮ってくれたので良い思い出になりました。
ショップも船着場に近く洞窟までもすぐだったのでやはり船便が良いと思いました。
お世話になりありがとうございました！

I experienced diving at the Blue Cave the day before. I was so moved by its beauty that I participated in snorkeling the next day. As the guide said, "The early bird catches the worm," I was able to see the best scenery and fish. The guide was knowledgeable and experienced, which made the experience enjoyable. I definitely want to join this tour again when I come to Okinawa next time. Thank you very much.

前日に青の洞窟でダイビングを体験。あまりの綺麗さに感動し、翌日はシュノーケリングで参加しました。ガイドさんの言う通り「早起きは三文の徳」、最高の景色とお魚さんたちを見ることが出来ました。また、知識と経験豊富なガイドだったので体験自体を楽しめました。今度沖縄に来た時も是非このツアーに参加したいと思っています。ありがとうございました。

This time, we participated as two couples, four people in total. Three out of the four were first-timers, and one of them was a bit anxious, but thanks to the weather and our instructor, we were able to create the best memories. The instructor's explanations were very thorough, and personally, I enjoyed the lively and well-paced conversations throughout, which made the experience enjoyable from start to finish.

Although it was said that the sea was murkier than usual, from our perspective in Kansai, it was a very beautiful sea, and being able to see the fish swimming up close was a truly precious experience.

We booked this trip through Veltra, which provided us with a wonderful opportunity to create valuable memories. All four of us returned to Kansai very satisfied. If you're considering activities for your trip to Okinawa, I highly recommend checking out the site.

I hope this is helpful for everyone.

Thank you! Veltra! Blue Ocean!

今回は、２夫婦４名で参加させていただきました。
４名中３名が初体験で、内１名は不安の中でしたが、天気とインストラクターの方に恵まれ、最高の思い出を残すことができました。
インストラクターの方の説明がとても丁寧で、個人的には、小気味よくテンポ良い会話が続いたので、終始楽しむことができました。
海も、いつもよりは濁っていると言われていましたが、関西の私たちからすれば、とても綺麗な海で、間近で泳いでいる魚を見れたことは、とても貴重な経験をさせてもらえたと思っています。

今回の旅行は、ベルトラさんで予約させていただき、大変貴重な思い出を残す機会を提供してくださいました。４名とも、とても満足して、関西に帰ってきました。沖縄旅行でアクティビティを考えておられる方は、ぜひ一度サイトを見てみてはいかがでしょうか。

皆さんの参考になれば、幸いです。

ありがとうございました！ベルトラさん！ブルー・オーシャンさん！

My third-grade daughter was a bit anxious about trying canoeing and snorkeling for the first time, but she said that snorkeling near the Blue Cave was the most fun. She was excited about the scenery with the corals and fish underwater. We received many wonderful photos, which made us happy. Thank you very much. We had a great day.

小学3年生の娘は、初めてのカヌーとシュノーケルで大丈夫かなぁと不安はありましたが、青の洞窟近くのシュノーケルが一番楽しかったとのことでした。海の中のサンゴやお魚たちのいる景色に興奮気味でした。素敵な写真もたくさんいただき、嬉しかったです。ありがとうございました。楽しい一日を過ごせました。

On July 27, we had the experience of sea kayaking and snorkeling. The service provided by our guide and instructor, Matsuchan, left my 12-year-old and 7-year-old children very satisfied. This summer, the highlight of our trip to Okinawa was the sea kayaking, snorkeling, and the beautiful waters of Okinawa, and I believe Matsuchan will be a memorable part of the children's experience. I want to go again.

7月27日にシーカヤックたシュノーケルの体験をさせていただきました。ガイド兼インストラクターの松ちゃんのサービスに12歳と7歳の子供も大満足でした。
今年の夏、沖縄旅行のハイライト、シーカヤック、シュノーケル、沖縄の海、そして松ちゃんが子供たちの記憶に残ると思います。また行きたいです。

Since this was my first trip to Okinawa, I wanted to have various experiences, so I chose this snorkeling & SUP tour. I was a bit anxious about snorkeling since it was my first time, but the tour guide explained everything thoroughly and communicated the safety precautions clearly. It was so much fun to dive into the sea with such a bright and wonderful guide! Although we didn't bring our phones into the water, the guide took many photos with an underwater camera. She captured lots of pictures of sea turtles and clownfish, and the quality was excellent.

In the afternoon, we had a great time experiencing SUP on the crystal-clear sea. Many of the other tour members were couples or families, but the guide also provided a reassuring experience for children. It was a fantastic experience! Thank you very much!

はじめての沖縄旅行という事で、色んな体験をしたいと思い、このシュノーケリング&supツアーを選びました。シュノーケリング自体もはじめてやるため、上手くできるか不安でしたが、ツアーのお姉さんが丁寧に説明してくださり、海での注意事項もわかりやすく伝えてくれました。とても明るい素敵なお姉さんと一緒に海に潜れてとても楽しかったです！そして私たちは携帯を持って入水しませんでしたが、お姉さんが水中カメラでたくさん写真を撮ってくれます。ウミガメやニモの写真もたくさん撮ってくださり、とても画質が良かったです。
午後のsupでもとても透き通った海の上で体験することができ、とても楽しかったです。他のツアーメンバーもカップルや夫婦が多かったですが、お子さんにも安心した対応をしていました。とても良い経験になりました！ありがとうございました！

We participated in a sup and snorkeling day tour for two! The date we joined was during a big tide, so the meeting time was at 8:30 AM, and we finished around noon. However, the total experience time was the same as a full day. There were two groups (three people) for the sup, with one guide who provided thorough instructions and took photos for us. After practicing in a cove, we went a little further out. It was my first time, but I had a lot of fun.

For snorkeling, we changed locations (since we didn't have a car, we requested a pick-up when booking), and the guide changed as well (there were various groupings within the same tour). We were taken to different spots with two groups (five people), and I was thrilled to see coral, clownfish, and two sea turtles! The guides communicated with each other and shared information about turtle sightings. They also provided helpful recommendations for the surrounding area. I accidentally forgot sunscreen, and my back got really sunburned while snorkeling, so be careful!

sup+シュノーケリングの1日ツアーに2人で参加しました！参加日は大潮で、潮の関係上、集合時間8:30、終了はお昼頃でした。が、トータルの時間としては1日分の体験時間と同じとの事でした。supは2組(3人)にガイドさん1人で、丁寧にレクチャー、写真撮影してもらいました。入り江で練習した後、少し沖の方まで行きました。初めてでしたが、とても楽しく過ごせました。シュノーケルは場所を変えて(車を持っていなかったので予約時に送迎をお願いしました)、ガイドさんも変わり(supもですが、同じツアー内でグループ分けが様々でした)、こちらも2組(5人)で色々なスポットに連れて行ってもらい、サンゴ、クマノミ、ウミガメ2匹が見れて感動でした！、ガイドさん同士でコミュケーションを取っていて、ウミガメ出現情報を共有していました。周辺のオススメ情報も教えていただき参考になりました。うっかり日焼け止めを忘れてしまい、シュノーケルで体の背面がすごく日焼けしてしまったので、注意が必要！！

I made a last-minute reservation the day before.
Since it was during the Obon holiday, there were a lot of people, but thanks to the smooth guidance from the tour guide, I was able to enjoy it.
I also took plenty of photos, creating lasting memories.
I would love to participate again when I visit Ishigaki Island!

前日に急遽予約しました。
お盆期間という事もあり、人がたくさんいましたが、
ガイドさんのスムーズな案内で楽しむ事ができました。
写真もいっぱい撮っていただき、思い出が残りました。
また石垣島に行った際は、参加したいです！

The instructor was great at engaging the children, taking lots of photos while providing excellent explanations.

インストラクターさんは子どもたちが楽しめるよう、声をかけつつ写真をたくさん撮ってくださって解説もバッチリでした。

I never expected to encounter sea turtles so casually! It was truly moving!! I was able to enjoy snorkeling at a relaxed pace, feeling like a sea turtle!

こんな普通にウミガメと出会えるなんて思っていませんでした〜！感動です！！
ウミガメ気分でゆったりシュノーケリングができました！

I made a reservation because the reviews were good. It said to start at 8:30, so I planned to have breakfast at the hotel from 7:00 and then depart, but I was told over the phone the day before that we would meet at 8:00. Because of that, I hardly had any breakfast. I guess it changes depending on the weather, the number of people, and the tide. It can't be helped, but it seems that such things happen.

First, we went snorkeling at Shigira Beach. There is an additional parking fee of 1,000 yen. One staff member seems to handle about four groups. It was very beautiful, and I was glad to see a sea turtle. They also took photos with a GoPro. After about an hour, we moved to Ingyamarine Garden in our own car (there were no showers, so we went straight from the sea).

After that, we enjoyed SUP and canoeing for about an hour. It was a bit scary to go out into the sea on my own, but since it was a tour, it was fun to paddle out. They took a lot of photos for us. There were no showers here either, but they provided a bottle of water to rinse our hands, feet, and faces. We finished around 10:30 to 11:00.

I felt like I had used quite a bit of energy by this point. I was torn between a full-day course, but for our family, who lacks confidence in our stamina, the half-day course was a good choice. I'll save the Pumpkin Cave for next time.

口コミが良かったので予約してみました。
８時半からと書いてあったので７時からホテルの朝食を食べて出発と思っていましたが、前日の電話で８時に集合と言われました。その為朝食がほとんど食べれませんでした。その日の天候や人数や潮の流れなどにより変わるのでしょうね。仕方がありませんがそういう事もあるようです。
最初はシギラビーチでシュノーケリングです。別途駐車料金が１０００円かかります。１人の担当の方が４組程度を受け持ちするようです。とても綺麗でウミガメも見れて良かったです。写真もGOPROで撮って下さいます。１時間くらいしてインギャーマリンガーデンへ自分の車で移動します。（シャワーなどがなく、海から上がってそのまま）
その後SUPとカヌーを１時間くらい楽しみます。個人では沖へ出るのが少し怖いですが　ツアーなので漕いで出る事ができて楽しかったです。とてもたくさん写真も撮って頂きました。こちらもシャワーはないですが手足顔を流す用にボトルのお水をくれました。終わって１０時半～１１時くらいでした。
ここまでで結構体力を使ったなぁと思いました。１日コースと迷いましたが体力に自信が無い我が家としては半日コースで良かったと思いました。
パンプキン鍾乳洞はまた次回にとっておきます。

I was very anxious about my first sea kayaking and snorkeling experience, but my guide, Macchan, kindly explained everything and always took care of my well-being, which made it a fun experience! I was deeply moved by his willingness to showcase his skills and his heart to entertain the tourists, as well as the beautiful blue of the sea.

初めてのシーカヤック、シュノーケリング体験でとても不安でしたが、ガイドのまっちゃんが親切に説明してくださり、また体調面でも常に気にかけてくれたことで、楽しい体験になりました！自分の持ってる特技を見せてくださり、観光客を楽しませようとする心と海の青さにとても感動しました♪

Since it was during the period of the COVID-19 infection spread, I was hesitant about traveling until just before the trip, so I signed up after arriving at the destination.

It was our family's first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and we had some experience with snorkeling, participating with the goal of seeing sea turtles. My fifth-grade daughter had some trouble getting her snorkeling gear on properly and was a bit fussy, but the guide was great at helping her, and we were able to see the sea turtles breathing up close. In the end, we finished with smiles, and I am truly grateful for that.

The morning SUP was at a beach we had never been to before, which was refreshing, but the afternoon snorkeling might have been at a spot with better tidal conditions and a higher chance of encountering sea turtles. However, since it was a beach I had been to before, I wished we could have gone somewhere different. We gathered at 10:00 AM, and after explanations, we had about an hour and a half of SUP. In the afternoon, we changed locations and regrouped at 2:30 PM for another hour and a half of snorkeling. The guide also took photos for us and sent them later via LINE.

Next time, I hope to enjoy it a bit more leisurely and thoroughly.

コロナ感染拡大の時期でもあったので、直前まで旅行自体も迷っていたため、現地に到着後に申し込みをしました。
家族で、SUPは初体験で、シュノーケルは経験ありで、ウミガメさん目的での参加でした。小5の娘がシュノーケルが思うように装着できず、グズグズすることもありましたが、ガイドのお兄さんがうまく誘導してくれて、ウミガメさんもすごく近くで呼吸するところまで見れて、最後には笑顔で終われたので本当に感謝です。
午前SUPではじめてのビーチでしたので新鮮でしたが、午後のシュノーケルは潮の関係やウミガメ遭遇率の高いところだったのかもしれませんが、過去に行ったことのあるビーチだったので、違うところに行ってみたかったなとも思いました。10時集合で説明含めて実質1時間半ほどSUP,午後は14:30に場所を変えて再度集合でまた1時間半ほどシュノーケルでした。写真もガイドさんが撮ってくれて、後でLINEで送っていただけました。
次はもうちょっとゆっくりじっくり楽しみたいなと思います。

I was able to see sea turtles and tropical fish up close, and it was wonderful! I was surprised that I could see sea turtles so closely. I also got to try SUP, which I wanted to experience, and the water was so clear that I could see tropical fish swimming with my own eyes. The guide was kind and friendly, which made it easy to participate in the experience.

Thank you for taking so many wonderful photos!

ウミガメも熱帯魚も近くで見ることができ、
とても良かったです！
あんなにも近くでウミガメを見れるとは
思っていなかったので驚きました。
体験してみたかったSUPにも挑戦でき、
海の透明度が高いので肉眼でも
熱帯魚が泳いでるのを確認することができました♪
ガイドさんも優しく親切に接してくださり
スムーズに体験に参加できました◎

素敵な写真も何枚も撮ってくださり、
ありがとうございました！！

It was very helpful that the instructors took photos and sent them to us since we couldn't use our phones or cameras during these activities. I participated in two activities, and although the instructors were different for each, both were cheerful and friendly, which made it easy to smile for the photos. I had done SUP and snorkeling before, but the instructors explained everything clearly, so I think even beginners can participate with confidence.

これらのアクティビティは携帯やカメラを持ってできない分、インストラクターさんが写真を撮って送ってくれるのがとてもありがたいです。2つアクティビティに参加してそれぞれインストラクターさんは違いましたが、どちらも明るく気さくな方だったので、自然と笑顔で写真が撮れたのがよかったです。私はSUPもシュノーケルも初めてではなかったのですが、初めての方にもわかりやすく教えてくれるので初めての方も安心して参加できると思います。

- The weather was nice, the sea was calm and beautiful, and I was able to see a lot of fish.

- The boat during the trip had almost no walls or windows, providing excellent ventilation, so I think there's not much to worry about even if you can't wear a mask when wet.

- There were plenty of staff members, and their service was good.

- The complimentary tea was cold and delicious.

- Unfortunately, I couldn't see any sea turtles, so they provided a coral introduction tour instead.

- The last shower was not in a private room but open, over your swimsuit.

- There was only one simple changing room with a curtain, which caused a long line. Due to time constraints, the boat started moving before everyone finished changing, so if you can, it might be a good idea to bring a wrap towel. (For those with transportation included, changing on the boat is essential since you go straight to the bus after returning to the port.)

- I was hoping for a photo gift with a coupon (for a blog post), but it seems not everyone received one. They took our photo, but it wasn't uploaded. I regretted leaving my phone on the boat thinking it would be fine if they were taking photos.

- The seats were wet? Water was coming out? So it's safer to wear clothes that can get a little wet.

- Smoking is allowed on the second floor during break time (free time).

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・天気良く海も穏やかでキレイで良かったです。魚もたくさんみれました。

・移動中の船は壁？窓？がほぼなく風通し抜群だったので、濡れている時のマスクをつけれない状況でもあまり心配なくすむと思います

・スタッフさんの人数も多く対応も良かったです

・サービスのお茶が冷えていて美味しかったです

・海ガメは残念ながらみれなかった為、途中からサンゴ紹介ツアーをしてくれました

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・最後のシャワーは個室ではなくオープンで水着の上から

・カーテンの簡易更衣室が一つしかないため大行列に。時間の関係と思われますが全員が着替え終わる前に船が走り出したので、持って行ける方は巻きタオルがあってもいいかもしれません。(送迎付は港に戻ってすぐバスにのる為船上での着替え必須)

・クーポンの写真プレゼント(ブログアップ)を期待していたのですが全員という訳ではないそうです。写真を撮って頂いたのですが、私たちの分はアップされませんでした。
撮ってもらえるならいいかと船上に携帯を置いて行ってしまい非常に後悔しました。

・座席が濡れている？水が出てくる？ので私服も多少濡れても大丈夫な物が無難です

・2階では休憩中(自由時間)喫煙可能

Although it was a tour, it was unusual that the guides for the SUP and snorkeling were different, but both guides were very kind and had a gentle demeanor, making for an incredibly fun time. They actively engaged in conversation and took many photos, creating lifelong memories. I was also happy to receive recommendations for spots in Miyako Island and various information about the activities. I definitely want to request them by name when I visit Miyako Island again (laughs).

ツアーなのに珍しくSUPとシュノーケルでガイドさんが違ったのですが、どちらのガイドさんもとても親切で物腰も柔らかく、めちゃくちゃ楽しい時間を過ごせました。積極的に話しかけてくださったり、写真もたくさん撮っていただけて一生の思い出ができました。宮古島もおススメスポットも教えていただけたり、アクティビティに必ず色々な情報を教えていただけたのも嬉しかったポイントです。また宮古島を訪れる際にはぜひ指名で予約をさせていただきたいと思います(笑)

I had a wonderful time with a friendly guide. At 7 o'clock, there were still few people around, so I think it was more relaxed and enjoyable than later times. I'm also satisfied with the photos. This is a tour I can recommend to everyone!

優しいガイドさんと楽しい時間を過ごしました。
7時はまだ周りに人が少なく、後の時間よりは落ち着いて楽しむことができると思います。
写真の出来も満足です。みんなにオススメできるツアーです！

I had a great time even in just half a day. Since it wasn't too far from Naha, I didn't experience any seasickness. I could see a lot of fish right near the docked boat. I joined a tour to look for turtles, but I thought it might have been nice to just relax and snorkel near the boat. I noticed that the staff checked the number of participants at key points, which showed they were attentive to safety.

半日でも充分楽しめました。那覇からあまり遠くないところだったので、船酔いもありませんでした。停泊した船のすぐ近くからたくさん魚が見えました。亀を探しに行くツアーに参加しましたが、船の近くでまったりシュノーケルだけしていてもよかったかなと思いました。要所要所でスタッフのみなさんは人数確認をして安全には気をつかっていると思いました。