All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I had always wanted to ride a water buffalo cart, so I booked this course without hesitation. It was great to visit the three islands, which are not easy to access individually. I was able to take photos with the water buffalo, creating wonderful memories. However, I think it might have been unnecessary to participate in the glass-bottom boat. My child ended up getting seasick.

以前から水牛車に乗りたい！と思っておりましたので、迷わずこのコースを予約しました。個人でなかなか行きにくい3 島巡りはありがたかったです。水牛と一緒に写真も撮れて良い思い出となりました。ただグラスボートは参加しなくても良かったかな。子供は見事に船酔いしてしまいました。

A shuttle bus came to pick us up at the hotel.
The bus drop-off point is close to the tour reception.
The reception was very polite and attentive.
When I asked about the bus stop to the airport, they provided information.
The boat to Iriomote Island was quite boring. It would be nice to have something to pass the time.
We took a bathroom break from Iriomote Island and explored the mangroves.
There was an explanation about the mangroves.
We took a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island… I rode with Yume-chan. She sang beautifully, it was the best!
Sightseeing on Yubu Island.
Lunch on Yubu Island: The adults thought it was delicious, but the kids found the taste and appearance unappealing and hardly touched it. In the end, they ordered curry and ate that.
The water buffalo cart from Yubu Island to Iriomote Island: The brother played the sanshin, but I didn’t know the song. He said he couldn’t sing, so there was no song.
The glass boat at Taketomi Island: There weren’t as many fish as I expected, but despite the cloudy weather, visibility was good. The kids were very focused on finding fish.
Free time at Taketomi Island: After getting off the glass boat, there was no guidance at all, and I didn’t know how to spend my time. A kind person from the ferry terminal helped me, and I rented a bike near the ferry terminal.
I think renting a bike is better than bus sightseeing.
The kids said this was the most fun time, and they talked about it even after returning. There were people exploring on foot, but walking seemed like a waste of time.
We took the ferry to Ishigaki Island at 4 PM.
The end.

Reflection:
I wish I had taken my time to rent a bike and leisurely explore Ishigaki Island until 5 PM. I think Taketomi Island is the best place to experience traditional Okinawan lifestyles, so I wanted to spend time without being rushed.

It was good that we could tour and experience various places without wasting time since the meeting time was set. The tour price was reasonable, and I think the content was satisfactory.

ホテルまで送迎バスが来てくれた◎
バス降車場からツアー受付までが近い◎
受付でしっかりと丁寧な対応◎
空港までのバス停等を聞いたら教えてくれた⚪︎
西表島までの船は結構暇。暇つぶしがあると良い⚪︎
西表島からトイレ休憩をとってマングローブ探索◎
マングローブの説明◎
由布島までの水牛車◎…ゆめちゃんにのった。歌も上手くて最高！
由布島観光⚪︎
由布島昼食△
大人は美味しいと思ったけど、子どもは苦手な味と見た目で、なかなか手をつけず。結局カレーを注文して食べた。
由布島から西表島までの水牛車△…お兄さんが三線を弾いてくれたけど、曲がわからず。歌えないと言って歌がなかった。
竹富島のグラスボート◎ 思ったより魚はいなかったけど、天気が曇りの割にはよく見えた。子供がとても夢中になって魚を探していた。
竹富島のフリータイム✖️…グラスボートから降りると案内が全くなく、何をどう過ごしたら良いのかわからなかった。フェリー乗り場の観光係の人が親切に教えてくれ、フェリー乗り場近くのレンタサイクルを借りた。
バス観光より、レンタサイクルが良いと思う。
子どもはこの時間が1番楽しかったと帰ってきてからも話している。歩いて探索している人がいたが、歩きだと時間が勿体無い。
16時のフェリーで石垣島へ。
おわり。

振り返り↓
17時までゆっくりと石垣島でレンタサイクルを借りて、まったりと島を探索すれば良かったなと思った。
沖縄の昔ながらの生活様式を体験出来るのは、竹富島が最適だとおもうので、時間にとらわれずに過ごしたかった。

集合時間が決まっていたので無駄なくあちこちを観光、体験することが出来てよかった。
それなりのツアー料金だけど、納得のいく内容だったと思う。

The guide explains everything enthusiastically, allowing you to fully enjoy Iriomote Island. They kindly assist you from pick-up to preparation, canoe operation, and tracking. They teach you about the island's history, plants, and culture, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the entire island. They take commemorative photos at key points and send them all to you at the end, which is fantastic. Finally, they take you to Yubu Island, where you can cross over by ox cart and enjoy sightseeing on the island.

ガイドさんが熱心に説明してくれるので、西表島を満喫できます。
送迎から支度、カヌーの操作、トラッキングまで親切に案内してくれます。
島の歴史や植物、文化まで教えてくれるので、島全体が分かります。
要所要所で記念の写真を撮ってくれて、最後にまとめて送ってくれるのが最高です。
最後に由布島へ連れて行ってくれて、牛車で由布島へ渡り、島の観光ができます。

It was my first trip to Ishigaki Island. I found that there are various activities available, but since we have a 5-month-old baby, there were few options we could participate in. The mangrove cruise and water buffalo experience we signed up for were suitable for infants, and I believe our child would have been very happy. It was a tour that we could join with peace of mind, even with a baby.

初めての石垣島への旅行でした。
調べてみると色々とアクティビティがあるらしいが、我が家は5ヶ月の子供がおり参加できるものが少なかった…。今回申し込んだマングローブクルーズや水牛体験は0歳児も体験でき、子供もきっと大喜びだったと思います。赤ちゃん連れでも安心して参加できるツアーでした。

I was unable to participate in snorkeling at Balas Island due to bad weather. (During winter, there are many days with strong north winds, and it seems that boats often cannot go out.)

I was able to participate in the mangrove canoe experience.

It was clear that the guide truly loves Iriomote Island. They were knowledgeable not only about canoeing but also about the nature of Iriomote Island, which was very educational.

There are some shallow areas, so I think it's easier to get out of the canoe and push it along instead of trying to paddle there. (Once the water is about knee-deep, you can paddle smoothly.)

Thanks to a slight detour on the way back, I was able to encounter some animals that are not often seen. Thank you very much.

バラス島へのシュノーケリングは悪天候のため参加できませんでした。（冬場は北風が強い日が多く、船が出せないことが多いそうです。）

マングローブカヌーの体験は参加できました。

ガイドの方が何より西表島を愛しているのが伝わりました。カヌーのことはもちろん、西表島の自然についてよく知っており、とても勉強になりました。

水が浅いところがあるので、そこは無理して漕がずに、カヌーから一旦降りて押して進むと楽だと思います。（膝の深さくらいになれば、漕いでスイスイ進みます。）

帰り道に少し寄り道をしてくれたおかげで、なかなか見れない動物と出会うことができました。
ありがとうございました

The explanation of the mangrove tour was also helpful. The water buffalo cart was fun, and the children were very satisfied with taking photos and interacting with the water buffalo.

マングローブ観光の説明もためになりました。
水牛車も楽しく,水牛との写真撮影や触ってふれ合うことで、子供達も大満足でした。

Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, gather at 7:45. After completing the check-in, we watched a 5-minute video tour guide, then boarded in time for departure (08:15). We received tickets for various facilities and the ferry, and started as a group. The initial boarding time was about 45 minutes, followed by a transfer at Ohara Port. Then we enjoyed a mangrove cruise on Nakama River for about an hour (transferring at a different location) and took a 15-minute bus tour of Iriomote Island. We then switched to a water buffalo cart at Mihara to go to Yubu Island (plantation visit and lunch). We left Yubu Island at 12:25, then went from Mihara to Ohara Port (13:25), to Taketomi Port (14:10), and enjoyed a bus tour on the island (Kaiji Beach [Star Sand Beach] <get off> and Kondoi Beach <view from the bus>). After a water buffalo cart tour, we returned to Taketomi Port (16:00) and then to Ishigaki Port (16:15).

The transfers to each island were on a large ferry. The boat does sway, but since it’s not a small boat, no one experienced seasickness. However, for those concerned about seasickness, the premium seats on the second floor of the ferry (500 yen per route) are recommended.

石垣港離島ターミナル　7:45集合
受付を済ませるとビデオによるツアー案内を５分位見た後は、出航に間に合うように乗船（08：15出航）各施設や船車券を受け取りグループ毎にスタート。はじめの乗船時間は約45分～大原港案内に従って乗り換え～仲間川マングローブクルーズ約1時間（乗船場所とは異なる所で乗り換え～西表島バス観光15分程乗車～美原で水牛車に乗り換えて由布島へ（植物園見学・昼食）由布島を12時25分〜美原～大原港（13：25）～竹富港（14：10）～島内バス観光（カイジ浜〔星砂の浜〕＜下車＞・コンドイビーチ＜車窓＞）～水牛車観光～竹富港（16：00）～石垣港（16：15）
各島への移動は大型の船でした。
船は揺れますが小型船ではないので、船酔いをしている人はいませんでしたが、船酔いが心配な方は船の2階のプレミアムシート（各航路毎500円）がおすすめです。

The weather was perfect for canoeing and trekking, with clear skies and no wind, which is unusual for this time of year. Even more so, the warm attentiveness of our guide and their knowledgeable explanations about the flora and fauna made for a fulfilling day. We spent the morning being active and leisurely strolled around Yufu Island in the afternoon. I highly recommend this for anyone considering activities other than marine leisure on Iriomote Island.

天候はこの時期にしては、風もなく快晴、絶好のカヌー&トレッキング日和でした。
それにも増して、ガイドさんの温かい心配りと経験豊富な知識に基づく動植物に関する説明、午前は身体を動かし、午後は由布島をのんびり散策、充実した一日でした。
マリンレジャー以外を西表島で考えていらっしゃる方には、特にお勧めします。

The Nakama River cruise was fantastic, with great weather and the mountains reflecting on the river. The explanations from the cruise staff were easy to understand, and I had a wonderful time.

仲間川クルーズ　天気も良く　川に映る　山河が、最高でした。
クルーズ船の乗務員の方の説明も、わかりやすく
楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。

I was able to meet many creatures, including three Yani-gani, a natural monument hermit crab, crabs, tadpoles, and frog eggs.
Searching for shells on the beach at night and the crab battle were really fun.
Thank you to the tour guide!

ヤニガニ3匹・天然記念物のヤドカリ・カニ・おたまじゃくしやカエルの卵、沢山の生き物に会えました。
夜の砂浜での貝殻探しやカニバトルも本当に楽しかったです。
ツアーのお兄さんありがとうございました。

It was really great. I also entered the waterfall basin, and the view from directly below was amazing. Just keep in mind that the rest is at your own risk (>_<). The subsequent visit to Yufuin was also nice, and there are historical displays near the entrance, which were quite moving to read before going. The gelato inside was rich in flavor and delicious. Lastly, thank you to our guide, Eri!ヾ(*＞∇＜*)ﾉ

凄く良かったです。滝壺にも入りましたが真下からの眺めは最高です。ただ後の事は自己責任で(>_<)。その後の由布島も良く入り口付近に歴史が展示されてますが、読んでから行くと感慨深いものがありました。中のジェラートが味がしっかりしていて美味しかったです。最後にガイドのえりさん有難うヾ(*＞∇＜*)ﾉ

It was a tour in the rain. As expected, the Okinawa Islands can be expected to have good weather until October. From November, there are hardly any sunny days, so be careful.

雨の中のツアーでした。やはり、沖縄諸島は、10月までが天気が期待できます。11月からは、晴れる日がほとんど無いので、気を付けて。

Unfortunately, the weather was very rough. The bus driver on Iriomote Island and the staff on the mangrove cruise were very kind. I think it would have been a wonderful experience if it had been sunny.

On Taketomi Island, I had applied for a rental bicycle, but the person who came to pick me up was very unfriendly and had a cold attitude. I think it's better to skip the rental bicycle.

あいにく大荒れの天気でした。
西表島のバスの運転手の方やマングローブクルーズのかたはとても親切でした。
晴れてたら素晴らしい体験になったかと思います。

竹富島ではレンタサイクルを申し込んでいましたが、迎えに来られた方はとても愛想なく、冷たい対応でした。
レンタサイクルはやめたほうがいいと思います。

The weather wasn't great and it was cold, but the staff were kind and I had a lot of fun. It would have been perfect if the weather had been better.

天気が良くなくて、寒かったですが、スタッフの方が親切でとても楽しかったです。天気がよければ最高でした。

The water buffalo cart crossing the sea to Yubu Island was absolutely wonderful, and the water buffalo cart course on Taketomi Island, where bougainvillea blooms, was very soothing. The leisurely water buffalo made me feel warm and fuzzy. There are still many places on Taketomi Island that I haven't seen, and I feel a bit regretful about that. I already want to live there. Next time, I want to visit Yonaguni Island as well. I want to go again! ^_^

由布島へ海をわたる水牛車もめっちゃステキでしたし、ブーゲンビリア咲く竹富島の水牛車コースも癒されました。
のんびりやさんの水牛が、ほっこりしました。
竹富島はまだまだみてないところもあり心残りです。
もはや住みたいです。今度は与那国島にもいってみたいです。
また行きたいです^_^

I participated in a mangrove canoe tour!

I was worried about the cold since it was said to be the coldest day of the year, but once I joined, the water was cold but not freezing.

I was also concerned about whether I could paddle the canoe, but once I got on, it was smooth sailing!

Throughout the journey and during the tour, we talked a lot about the island, nature, and food, so even though I was there alone, I had a great time.

Since I came to Iriomote Island knowing almost nothing about it, I learned a lot and my appreciation for the scenery changed.

I think if I come back in the summer and join the same tour, I might see a different view, so I want to come again!

マングローブカヌーツアーに参加しました！

今年1番の寒さということで寒さが不安でしたが、参加してみると水は冷たかったですが、凍えるほどではなかったです。

カヌーも乗れるか心配でしたが、乗ってしまえばスムーズに乗れました！

移動中からツアー中まで、島のこと、自然のこと、食事のことなど、たくさん話をして頂いたので1人参加でしたが、楽しく過ごすことができました。

また西表島のことをほとんど知らない状態で来たので、いろいろ教えてもらって景色の楽しみ方が変わりました。

また夏にきて同じツアーに参加したら違う景色が見れるのかなと思うので、また来たいです！

After checking in at the remote island terminal, I just had to follow the local staff's instructions at each destination, like "get on that boat" and "take that bus," which made things easy and relaxed. I was considering exploring on my own, but I was glad I joined the tour because of its efficiency.

Seeing the uniquely shaped mangrove trees up close and riding a water buffalo with gentle eyes but great strength were wonderful memories unique to Okinawa.

However, although the morning tour included a bento box, I had a feeling it wouldn't suit my taste, and unfortunately, it didn't. I wish there had been an option for a plan without a bento box so I could stay longer on Yubu Island.

離島ターミナルで受付をしたら、あとは行く先々で現地の係の人があのボート乗って、次はあのバス乗ってと指示してくれるので流れに身を任せるのみで気が楽でした。個人でまわろうかとも思っていましたが、あまりの効率のよさにツアーに参加してよかったと思いました。
おもしろい形のマングローブの木を間近で見れたこと、優しい目をしてるけどとても力持ちの水牛に乗ったこと、沖縄ならではのいい思い出です。
ただ、午前発でお弁当が付いていまたしたが、なんとなく想像はしてましたが個人的には口に合わず…。由布島に長く滞在できるプランでお弁当なしが選べたらよかったのにな、と思います。

Under the wonderful guidance of Mr. Bandi, we had an amazing time seeing four coconut crabs, two habu snakes, and even a purple land hermit crab! It was a great memory to gather around the purple land hermit crab and cheer it on as it returned to its shell. We also got to see the Geminid meteor shower, and the wild cat drive was fantastic... I would definitely like to request your services again when I visit Iriomote Island! Thank you very much!

バンディさんの素敵なガイドのもと、ヤシガニ4匹、ハブ2匹、さらにムラサキオオヤドカリまで見られてめちゃくちゃ楽しかったです！
参加者のみなさんでムラサキオカヤドカリを囲んで、殻に戻っていくのを応援したのは良い思い出です。
ふたご座流星群も見られたし、ヤマネコドライブも最高でした…
また西表島に遊びにきた際はぜひお願いしたいです！ありがとうございました！

I usually travel without tours, but it was great to efficiently see the highlights. My elderly mother, who has trouble with her legs, was with me, and by the time we arrived at Taketomi Island, she seemed to be quite exhausted from all the activities. It would have been even more satisfying if we had taken it a bit easier without cramming too much in.

普段はツアーとは無縁な旅をするのですが、
効率よく見どころを観光できて良かったです。
足腰の悪い高齢の母が一緒でしたが、
盛りだくさんゆえに竹富島到着の頃は
動くのがしんどくなってしまったようです。
詰め込みすぎず、もう少〜しのんびりだと更に満足でした。

I wasn't looking forward to the trip too much because the man I spoke to at Dream Tourism was quite unpleasant, but I was pleasantly surprised by the charm of Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island, which we visited along the way. Although there wasn't a guide accompanying us the whole time, there were local guides on each island who provided interesting explanations. The tranquility of the Nakama River cruise, the vast jungle-like nature, and the cool breeze made me feel grateful for choosing December for this trip.

The water buffalo on Yubu Island was adorable, and while the lunch on Yubu Island wasn't particularly delicious, the variety of souvenirs available was impressive. Although there were fewer options than at the airport, I was glad to have purchased some items here.

The tour also conveniently drops you off at Ishigaki Island, making it very convenient for those staying there. It's an efficient tour that takes you to places worth seeing, and I highly recommend it. Thank you very much.

ドリーム観光さんは、問い合わせ時の男性が非常に感じが悪かったのもあり、あまり楽しみにしておりませんでしたが、西表島と由布島、経由で降りた竹富島は、それぞれに魅力があり最高でした。付ききっりの添乗員さんはおりませんが、各島に案内人の方がいて、説明も面白く、仲間川のクルーズ静けさとジャングルのような広大な自然が目に入り、涼しい風が吹き、12月を選びよかったと思えるほど気持ちがよかったです。
由布島の水牛さんも可愛く、由布島のランチは美味しくはないですが、お土産の種類が豊富で空港よりは数が少ないですが、ここで購入して良かったと思えるお店でした。
石垣島も経由で降ろしてくれるので、石垣島泊の方にはとても便利です。
効率よく、見どころなある場所を巡ることができるツアーでとてもおすすめです。
有難うございました。

You can efficiently tour Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi Islands. The lunch on Yufu Island exceeded my expectations with delicious local food. During the free time on Taketomi Island, I rented a bicycle from a rental shop that came to pick us up at the port and visited the sightseeing spots. I highly recommend this course.

効率よく、西表-由布-竹富島を観光できます。由由布島での昼食は期待以上の地元食で美味しい。竹富島でのフリー時間は港に迎えに来ているレンタサイクル店でレンタサイクルを借り、観光名所をまわりました。このコースおすすめです。

The mangrove tour on Nakama River was well-explained and easy to understand, allowing us to learn about mangroves in a fun way! Additionally, during the bus ride, the driver's commentary was excellent, making the journey enjoyable, and we were fortunate to have a great storyteller on the water buffalo cart to Yubu Island. It seems there are many good speakers on Iriomote Island. Thank you very much for enhancing the tour!

仲間川のマングローブ遊覧では、説明が上手でわかりやすく、マングローブについて楽しく学べました！
また、バス移動では運転手さんのドライブ説明が上手で道中も楽しめましたし、由布島に渡る水牛車でも話上手な人に恵まれました。
西表島には話上手な人が多いのでしょうか。
ツアーを盛り上げてくださり、本当にありがとうございました。

I had been looking forward to this tour for a long time. Especially on the day of the tour, it happened to be the day of the Tanetori Festival on Taketomi Island, so I was very lucky to see the island's traditional culture up close.

前々から楽しみにしてたツアーでした。
特に当日の竹富島は、たまたま種子取祭の日という事で、島の伝統文化を目の前で見ることができとてもラッキーでした。

I signed up for a day trip to Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island, which I had never visited before. I was efficiently guided by boat and bus, making for a fulfilling day. Initially, I considered renting a car, but since I was traveling alone, I appreciated not having to deal with the fatigue of driving, and I found the bus trip surprisingly enjoyable. In particular, deepening my knowledge of mangroves and the experience of the water buffalo cart tour on Taketomi Island was invaluable.

これまで行ったことがなかった西表島・由布島・竹富島を日帰りで行けるということで申し込みました。船・バスで効率よく案内してもらえて、充実した１日となりました。当初レンタカーも考えてましたが、1人旅でしたので、運転の疲れもなく、バス旅行も意外といいなと思いました。特に、マングローブの知識が深まったことや竹富島での水牛車観光は貴重な体験となりました。

I was unsure about what to do since the rain forecast meant we wouldn't be able to see the starry sky, but I'm glad I went.

It was raining, but thanks to the leaves on the trees during the night tour, we surprisingly didn't get too wet.

Starting with the frogs I saw for the first time, I was able to see various creatures, including a light green gecko, beautiful purple crabs, and red crabs. The satisfaction of finally spotting the wild coconut crab that everyone was looking for was quite high.

The two guides were friendly and easy to talk to, and I had a great time exploring with the other tour participants.

If I come back to Iriomote Island, I would love to join this tour again and hopefully see the Milky Way next time.

Thank you for making this trip enjoyable even in the rain.

雨予報で星空は観れないのでどうしようか迷いましたが、行って良かったです

雨は降ってましたがナイトツアーでは木の葉っぱのおかげで思いの外濡れませんでした

初めて見るカエルから始まり、薄緑のヤモリから紫色の綺麗なカニ、赤いカニと色んな生き物を見ることが出来て、皆んなが探していた野生のヤシガニをついに見れた時の満足度はかなり高かったです

ガイドの方2人も気さくで話し易く、他のツアーの方とも楽しく散策できました

また西表島に来たらこのツアーに参加し、次は天の川も観てみたいです

今回雨でも楽しい旅になり、ありがとうございました。

I went on a tour of Iriomote Island and Yufu Island from Ishigaki Island. The staff were polite, and it was a fun day. If I had to say something, it rained the whole time... I can't win against the weather, but it would have been even better if it had been sunny.

西表島・由布島観光を石垣島から行って来ました。
スタッフさんも丁寧で楽しい一日でした。
欲を言えばずっと雨で。。天気には勝てないですが晴れてるともっと最高と思います。

I booked a night tour in Iriomote Island through VELTRA. Since it was November, we couldn't see the stars we were hoping for, but kayaking at night while learning about fireflies, the mangrove ecosystem, and the night sky from our guide was a very interesting experience! The tour lasted just over 60 minutes, so it would have been perfect if we could have enjoyed it a little longer. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful experience on the southern island!

VELTRAさんから西表島のナイトツアーを予約しました。
11月だったのでそんなにお目当ての星空は見えなかったけど、綺麗な満月の中、夜行虫やマングローブの生態系、ガイドさんの夜空の講習を受けながらのナイトカヤックはとても面白い体験をさせていただきました！
時間が60分強だったので、あと少し長い時間楽しめれば言うこと無しです♪
南の島での面白い体験を教えてもらい、本当にありがとうございました！

The weather was favorable, and it was a fun trip. The water buffalo pulling the cart was especially cute. Next time, I want to go with my family.

天候にも恵まれ、楽しい旅でした。
特に水牛が、頑張って引く姿が可愛いかったですね。
今度は、家族で行きたいと思ってます。

I participated in the morning tour!
It was great to see the mangroves slowly!
I think it would have been even more fun if we could have stayed on Yubu Island a little longer. I felt so happy riding the water buffalo while listening to the sound of the sanshin on the way to the island!
Since it ended early, I was also able to go to Hoshizuna Beach with a rental car in the afternoon, which was nice!
Thank you very much! ♡

午前のツアーに参加しました！
マングローブゆっくりみられてよかった！
由布島はもうすこし長くいられても楽しかったかも？ゆったり水牛に乗って三線の音色を聞きながら島まで行く時間すごく幸せ〜って思いました！
早めに終わるので！午後もレンタカーで星砂の浜にいったりもできてよかったです！
ありがとうございました♡

I had a great time exploring Mishima very efficiently. The highlight was definitely when they played the shamisen on the water buffalo cart; it became a memorable experience.

凄く効率的に三島がめぐれてとても楽しかったです。特に水牛車で三味線をひいてくれたのが思い出になりました。