All Reviews for Island Hopping Tours

The mangrove cruise passed by in no time, making me forget the passage of time. The water buffalo worked hard to pull the cart to Yubu Island, and they were very clever and diligent. The island was full of plants and connected to the beach, allowing us to have a fun time.

I was disappointed with the buffet for lunch, but the oil soba I tried without expectations was incredibly delicious—was it the magic of shikwasa?

The only downside was the rental bicycles on Taketomi Island; while I could tolerate the worn and rusty ones, the handlebars were crooked, making it very difficult to ride after not cycling for a while.

According to reviews, the fresh mango smoothie at Chirorin Village is the best! I also wanted to try the fresh pineapple smoothie...

マングローブクルーズは時間の経つのも忘れるくらいあっという間に過ぎました。
由布島までは水牛さん達一生懸命に車をひいてくれてとても賢く働き者でした。島内は植物もたくさんあり、ビーチにつながっていて楽しく時間を過ごせました。
昼はビュッフェでがっかりでした、でも期待せずに食べた油そばがすごく美味しかったのはシークヮーサーの魔法？
竹富島でのレンタルサイクルだけが残念、ボロボロでサビてるのは我慢出来るけどハンドルが斜めで久しぶりに自転車乗ったが運転がとてもしにくかったです。
口コミをみてちろりん村での生マンゴースムージーは最高‼︎生パイナップルスムージーも飲んでみたかった…。

Overall, arranging everything by yourself can be a hassle, but with the bus, ox cart, and boat, everything is taken care of in one go. It allows for efficient travel, includes pick-up and drop-off services, and offers free time, making it highly recommended for first-time visitors.

The boat may lack the luxury compared to other companies, but since you won't be on it for hours, it's not a problem.

One thing to note: the bicycles available for rent are quite worn out. It was mentioned that there would be English guidance, but there was none at all. I applied for the bicycle rental option, and while it clearly stated that those who cannot speak Japanese are not allowed, I inquired whether it would be fine if someone who speaks Japanese accompanied me, and it was indeed fine. It would be better if this information were accurately stated.

とにかく自分で手配したら面倒なのですが、バス、牛車、船、と全て一発です。
効率良く回れ、送迎もあり、自由時間もあり、で、初めて行く方はお勧めします。
船は他社に比べると豪華さに欠けますが、何時間も乗るわけでないので問題なし。

気になった事。
自転車レンタルオプションの自転車はかなりボロいです。
英語ガイダンスあり、と書いてありましたが、全く案内ありませんでした。
自転車レンタルオプションを申し込みましたが、明らかに、日本語できない人は不可、とありますが、日本語が話せる者が同行したら問題ないか問い合わせて、問題ありませんでした。
記載だけなので、正確に記載されていたらもっと良いと思います。

The tour included visits to Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island, and it was a lot of fun. I especially enjoyed the bus driver's stories based on his real experiences on Iriomote Island; they were interesting and entertaining. I think he might have exaggerated a bit, but I was impressed by his calm way of speaking and how he wrapped up his stories with a punchline. I thought this was really insightful and listened intently. As for the ferry returning from Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island, the boarding area was hard to find. There were no announcements at the waiting area, so we almost missed the boat. I wonder if there were others who missed it too.

西表島も由布島も竹富島にも行くツアーでしたが、とても楽しかったです。とくに西表島のバスの運転手さんの実体験に伴うトークが、面白くて楽しかったです。多少、盛ってるとこ有ると思いますが穏やかな話し方と、ちゃんとオチのある締め方で感心しました。コレって参考になるなぁ～と思って聴きいりました。竹富島から石垣島に帰るフェリーですが、乗り場が分かりにくかったです。待合所では、何のアナウンスも無かったので乗船がギリギリになってしまいました。中には乗り遅れた人もいたのでは？と思います。

I spent a relaxing time riding a water buffalo cart. Each buffalo has its own personality, and even in just a short time, you can grow fond of them. The mangrove scenery completely made me forget the hustle and bustle of the city, providing a luxurious moment wrapped in the tranquility of nature.

水牛車に乗って、ゆったりとした時間を過ごしました。牛にはそれぞれ個性があって、ほんの少しの時間でも愛着がわいてしまいます。マングローブの景色は、都会の喧騒をすっかり忘れさせてくれ、自然の静けさに包まれる贅沢なひとときでした。

I was satisfied with the tour that efficiently covered the remote islands, and surprisingly, there was plenty of time. Since local people acted as guides, I was able to experience the local atmosphere and felt relaxed while listening to the sanshin. This was the most satisfying tour I had on Ishigaki Island.

離島を効率よく回るツアーで、意外に時間も十分あり満足でした。　
現地の人がガイドになったりするので、現地の雰囲気味わい、三線聴きながら、癒されました。
私が石垣島でのツアーの中で1番満足度が高いです。

The friendly staff and the driver for the mangrove tour are very helpful and will answer any questions you have, making it an interesting experience. It seems that the timing is divided by groups, but it can be unclear which group you belong to, and the meeting time after lunch can be confusing, which made me a bit anxious. However, if you ask the nearby staff, they will provide you with the information, so you can feel at ease.

親切な対応でマングローブ遊覧の運転手さんも質問すれば丁寧に答えてくれますので面白いです。時間などはグループによって分けられてるみたいですが、自分がどこのグループなのかなどは分かりづらくて昼食後の集合時間などわかりにくいところもあり不安になりましたが、近くのスタッフさんに訪ねると教えてくれますので安心です。

Although we couldn't see the mangroves due to the rain, the water buffalo experience was great. I want to go again when it's sunny!

雨でマングローブは見れずでしたが
水牛体験もできとても良かったです
次は晴れているときに行きたい！！

It was a mangrove tour at Nakama River in heavy rain. The captain prioritized safety while navigating, but due to poor visibility from the heavy rain, I thought it might have been better to suspend the trip. The water buffalo cart was a lot of fun. At Yufu Island, I felt that even though there were fewer lunch options, the quality could be improved a bit.

On Taketomi Island, we had free time! Renting a bicycle is a must. The rain stopped, and we were able to enjoy pleasant cycling and sightseeing. Overall, I’m glad I participated!

大雨の中の仲間川マングローブツアーでした。
船長さんは安全第一を心がけて運転していましたが大雨による視界の悪さでしたので運休してもよいかと思いました。水牛車はとても楽しかったでさ。由布島でもランチは品数少なしてでももう少しクオリティあげてほしいと思いました。
竹富島ではフリータイム！自転車レンタルは必須です。雨も上がり心地よいサイクリングと観光ができました。総合的に参加してよかったです！

It was forecasted to rain, but it cleared up and the tour went smoothly without any issues. The boat ride on the way there was quite bumpy, but no one got seasick. Since it was high tide when we visited the mangroves, I would like to see the low tide state as well. The bus driver to the water buffalo riding spot on Iriomote Island was very entertaining. Bicycles are a must on Taketomi Island. Although it's not a very large island, I thought it would be challenging to cycle around it. Lunch was served buffet-style, and the taste was fairly good.

雨予報でしたが無事に晴れてツアーも問題なく実施できました。
行きの船はかなり揺れましたが船酔いしている人はいませんでした。
マングローブは行ったときは満潮だったため干潮の状態も見てみたいと思いました。
西表島での水牛乗り場までのバスの運転手さんがとても面白かったです。
竹富島は自転車必須です。あまり広くない島とはいえ、自転車で1周は大変だと思いました。
お昼ご飯はバイキング形式で、味はまあまあおいしかったです。

The water buffalo moving from Iriomote Island to Yufu Island was great. The mangrove cruise with the guide's explanations was also good. The buffet lunch was mediocre.

西表島から由布島へ移動する水牛がよかった。
マングローブの遊覧船はガイドの方の説明もよかった。
ビュッフェの昼食はイマイチでした。

I recommend visiting the three islands of Iriomote, Yufu, and Takeshima as it's more efficient than exploring them individually. Being swayed in a water buffalo cart while listening to the guide's sanshin performance of Okinawan songs, surrounded by the blue sea and the clear blue ocean, was a precious experience that allowed me to forget my daily life and be healed by nature.

西表、由布、竹島３島巡り、個人で巡るより、効率的に巡る事ができるのでお勧めです。水牛車に揺られ、ガイドさんの三線演奏での沖縄の唄、青い海と、透明な青い海、日常を忘れ自然に癒される貴重な体験でした。

I was able to efficiently tour Iriomote Island, the water buffalo cart, and Taketomi Island using the ferry, water buffalo cart, and bus. Although it was early October, it was still quite hot, and it was very good that we could travel by bus on Taketomi Island.

西表島、水牛車、竹富島、と船と水牛車とバスで効率的に観光することが出来ました。
10月初旬ですが、まだまだ暑く、竹富島はバス移動が出来、非常に良かったです。

I was worried about the rain, but it held off, so I was lucky! The water buffalo was obedient and cute ❤ I learned a lot about the island's culture and more!

雨の心配してたけど、何とかもってラッキー！水牛さんが従順で、可愛い❤　島の文化とか色々教えてもらえました！

I'm glad I was able to efficiently visit the highlights of the three remote islands in one day! Since the weather was unavoidable, I hope to take revenge on a sunny day next time!

3つの離島の見せ場を1日で効率良く回れて良かったです！天候は仕方ないので次回は晴れた日にリベンジしたいと思っています！

I also rode a water buffalo on Taketomi Island, and it was truly moving to see it cross the sea, as expected from a water buffalo. I went with my 3-year-old son and my mother (grandmother), and although our time was short, we enjoyed feeding the water buffalo on Yubu Island, seeing many butterflies, and eating ice cream!

竹富島でも水牛になりましたが、やはり水牛というだけあって海を渡る様を見れたのが感動しました。
3歳の息子と、母(祖母)と3世代で行きましたが、由布島で水牛に餌やりができたり、蝶々をたくさん見れたり、アイスを食べたりと短い時間だしたが満喫できました！

The weather on the day was favorable, and the sea and snorkeling were very good.

However, honestly, I felt a bit disappointed with the tour company.

Disappointment 1:
I received a sudden call in the morning asking if we could leave earlier, without any explanation. It was stressful for my family, who were already preparing.

Disappointment 2:
The captain was very friendly and left a good impression throughout, but the other person (who was mainly responsible for explanations and guidance) was a bit arrogant in their explanations. I wish they could have spoken in a more enjoyable manner.

Disappointment 3:
This is common, but due to the season, Barasu Island is submerged (it reportedly appears around 6 AM at the end of September). If you're promoting Barasu Island, I would like this kind of information to be clearly stated. Alternatively, if it can't be seen, I would prefer to start snorkeling immediately without stopping by the submerged Barasu Island.

Disappointment 4:
Even though it was a full-day tour, we returned to the port to pick up participants who joined in the afternoon.

Disappointment 5:
I knew what I was signing up for, but the lunch consisted of two rice balls with plum and kelp and two pieces of fried chicken, along with pickled radish. Other tour groups were having meals on Hatoma Island, so it felt a bit lonely.

Disappointment 6:
This was my biggest disappointment: although there were many photos taken during the tour, they were quite lacking in content. Just some branch corals and a sea turtle, plus a little more. The snorkeling points were good, so I was looking forward to the memories, but the photos turned out to be really disappointing.

The sea was even better than Zamami, and I enjoyed exploring while checking the path to the lighthouse on Hatoma Island, so I do recommend snorkeling.

当日天気にも恵まれ、海やシュノーケリングはとても良かったです。

が、ツアー会社としては小さながっかりが
重なったのが正直な気持ちです。

がっかり1
当日朝に、出発を早められないか急な電話。
理由の説明なし。家族連れでただでさえ準備をしている中焦らされる

がっかり2
船長さんはとてもフランクで終始良い印象でしたが、もう一人の方（この方が説明や案内はメイン)が、少し説明が横柄でもう少し楽しい雰囲気になるように話してくださっても良いのになぁと思いました。

がっかり3
あるあるではありますが、季節の関係でバラス島は海の底（9月末は朝6時ぐらいに出現するそう）。
バラス島を謳うのであれば、この手の説明は、はっきり記載しておいて欲しい。または、見られないなら見えないバラス島の上を船で寄らずにシュノーケリングをすぐ始めてほしい。

がっかり4
1日ツアーと言いつつ、午後から参加の方を迎えに港に帰る。

がっかり5
分かって参加をしていますが、ランチが梅と昆布だったかのおにぎり2つと唐揚げ2こ、たくわん。他のツアーの方も鳩間島で食事されてたりするので、ちょっと寂しい食事です。

がっかり6
私は一番これががっかりでしたが、ツアー中の写真の内容が枚数はあっても薄い。枝珊瑚と海亀+α程度。
シュノーケリングポイントはそれぞれ良かったので、思い出として楽しみにしていたのに、本当にしょぼい写真だけでした。

海は座間味よりももっと良かったですし
鳩間島では灯台まで道を調べながら散策して
楽しみましたので、シュノーケリングはオススメです。

I was excited on the ferry to Iriomote Island, and I was thrilled to see the mangroves. Although I didn't see the wildcat, I really felt the abundance of nature. On the return water buffalo cart from Yufu Island, I was captivated by the guide's sanshin and singing, while the water buffalo took a rest... I was able to spend a relaxing time. The lunch was also delicious. Finally, on Take Island, I rented a bicycle to explore the island. I recommend the stamps sold at the post office. Thank you for a wonderful time!

西表島行くまでのフェリーでワクワク、マングローブ見れてウキウキ。ヤマネコは見れませんでしたが、自然いっぱい感じました。由布島から帰りの水牛車では、ガイドさんのサンシンと歌に聞き入って水牛がお休みしたり、、、。ゆったりとした時間過ごせました。昼ご飯もおいしかったです。最後竹島ではレンタサイクル借りて島巡り。郵便局で売っている切手がお勧めです。楽しく過ごすことができて有難うございました。

Many reviews mentioned that lunch was mediocre, but I found it to be quite delicious. The explanations from the bus drivers on Iriomote Island, the water buffalo cart on Yufu Island, and the mangrove cruise on Nakama River were very interesting and informative, so definitely take the time to listen. The boat does sway, so taking motion sickness medication is a must.

口コミではお昼ご飯が微妙との声が多かったですが、普通に美味しかったです。
西表島のバス、由布島の水牛車、仲間川マングローブクルーズの方々の説明や現地のことについてのお話がとても面白く参考になったので、是非耳を傾けてみてください。
船は揺れるので酔い止め必須です。

I visited in early October. The staff were kind, cheerful, and polite, and the sky was blue and wide, with beautiful seas. The cows were also cute and soothing. If I were to mention a caution, it would be to bring a light jacket, as it can get cold inside the boat!

10月上旬に行きました。係の方も優しく明るく丁寧で、空も青く広く海も綺麗でした。牛さんも可愛くて癒されました。注意事項を述べるならば船の中が寒くなっているので薄着の羽織物を持っていくことです！

We visited Yubu Island, then Iriomote Island, and finally Taketomi Island. I had a bit of extra free time on Yubu Island, but after that, I was able to enjoy everything efficiently. I chose a plan on Taketomi Island that only included renting bicycles without the water buffalo. If you want to explore the entire island, renting a bicycle is a better option as it allows for more time. I felt that the water buffalo cart experience on Yubu Island was sufficient for me.

由布島→西表島→竹富島の順で周りました。
由布島での自由時間を少し持て余しましたが、後は効率良く楽しむことが出来ました。
竹富島は水牛なしのレンタサイクルのみのプランにしましたが、島全体を探索するならレンタサイクルのみの方が時間がたくさん確保出来ます。水牛車は由布島で私は十分でした。

A time and space that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of work, soothing your heart. Riding a water buffalo for the first time, enveloped by the sounds of the sanshin, I went to Yufu Island. On Taketomi Island, I cycled until the very last moment. The wind and scenery all became the best memories.

仕事のバタバタを忘れさせてくれる、心ほどける時間と空間。
初めて水牛に乗って、三線の音色に包まれながら由布島へ。
竹富島では、時間ギリギリまでサイクリング。
風も景色も、ぜんぶ最高の思い出になりました。

First of all, it was great that the hotel offered a shuttle service! I saved on the taxi fare between the hotel and the island terminal. Also, having options for activities on Taketomi Island, whether by rental bicycle (for an additional fee), on foot, or by ox cart, was innovative! It was also nice to have three different departure times for the boat returning from Taketomi Island!

まず、ホテルまでの送迎が付いているのが、とても良かった！ホテルと離島ターミナル間のタクシー代が浮きました。あと、竹富島での行動が、レンタサイクル(別料金だけど）でも徒歩でも牛車でも、選択肢があるって斬新！竹富島から帰る船の時間も3パターンから選べるのも、良かった！

Water buffalo have their own personalities; some are impatient while others are calm and move slowly, which was interesting. It was great to be able to touch the water buffalo and take commemorative photos. The plan included lunch, and the meal was quite delicious.

水牛にも性格があり、せっかちさんの水牛もいれば、大人しいゆっくり動く水牛もいて、面白かった。
水牛に触ることができ記念写真も撮れて良かった。
お昼付きのプランで昼食のお料理がなかなか美味しかった。

Since it was my first trip to Ishigaki Island, I decided to explore the islands through a tour. I was satisfied with being able to visit three islands in one day, which was efficient.

石垣島旅行は初めてだったので離島巡りはツアーで回ることにしました。
1日で3島巡れるのは効率的で満足しました。

I used this service for the first time in Ishigaki Island. After the shuttle to the hotel, it was very easy as I just had to follow the instructions to get around. The weather was also great, making for a fun tour.

初めての石垣島で利用しました。
ホテルまでの送迎の後は指示に従って移動するだけだったので、とても楽でした。
お天気にも恵まれて、楽しいツアーとなりました。

It was a bit early in the morning, but they came to pick us up at the hotel, and it was great that we could just follow their instructions and enjoy sightseeing without having to think about anything. ☺️

This time, we chose the water buffalo cart plan, and we took the water buffalo cart to Taketomi Island. However, since we also used the water buffalo cart to walk around the town, I recommend renting a bicycle to explore the streets. 🚲 The buffalo was really laid-back, and by the time we got off the cart, we had no time left to go anywhere. 😂

朝は少し早いですがホテルまでお迎えに来てくれて、ずっと指示に従っていればいいので何も考えずに観光できて良かったです☺️

今回水牛車プランにしたのですが、竹富島までも水牛車で行って、街並み見て歩くのも水牛車にしてしまったので街並みはレンタルサイクルがオススメです🚲
牛さんとってものんびり屋さんで水牛車降りた頃にはもう時間がなくてどこも行けませんでした😂

We participated in a tour of Iriomote Island and Yubu Island with our family of four, including our 1-year-old and 4-year-old children. I appreciated the kindness towards families, as one child per adult could join for free. On the day of the tour, we were picked up at 7:15 AM at Fusaki Beach Resort, which was perfectly timed since breakfast started at 6:30 AM. After boarding the bus, we arrived at the port around 7:50 AM, where we received our tickets and an explanation of the day's tour. We departed at 8:15 AM and arrived at Iriomote Island around 9:00 AM. After using the restroom, we quickly boarded a boat for a mangrove exploration. Upon arriving at the port, we swiftly moved by bus to the water buffalo cart station for Yubu Island, reaching there around 11:00 AM. After having lunch at a restaurant, we took photos with the water buffalo and toured the island. We returned to Iriomote Island by water buffalo cart at 12:30 PM and then moved to the port by bus. We quickly boarded the ferry for Ishigaki Island, which took about an hour (arriving at Ishigaki Port around 2:15 PM). The tour provided all the buses, boats, and water buffalo carts, resulting in very short waiting times and minimal waste, allowing even small children to participate comfortably without long waits. The staff on the bus and boat were also very kind to the children, which was touching. Our little one was able to nap in the air-conditioned ferry (with the 4-year-old in a stroller and the 1-year-old in a carrier), making the afternoon activities smooth.

夫婦、1歳、4歳の子供と4人で西表島、由布島ツアーに参加しました。幼児は大人1人あたり1名まで無料ということで、子連れへの優しさを感じました。当日はフサキビーチリゾートへ朝7時15分バスまでお迎え、朝食6時30分からのため絶妙な時間と感心しました。バスに乗り込み、7時50分ごろ港に到着、各種チケットの配布と当日のツアーの説明があり、8時15分に出港、9時ごろ西表島に到着し、トイレを済ませ、すぐにボートに乗り込みマングローブ散策。港に着くとバスで、由布島への水牛車乗り場へ速やかに移動、11時ごろには由布島へ到着し、レストランで食事を済ませたあと、水牛と記念撮影&島内観光、12時30分に水牛車で西表島へ戻り、バスで港へ移動。すぐにフェリーに乗り込み石垣島へ1時間ほどの移動でした（14時15分ごろ石垣港到着）。バスも船も水牛車もツアーで用意されており、待ち時間が非常に短く、無駄が全くと言っていいほど少ないため、小さい子でも待たされることなく快適に参加することができました。バスやボートのスタッフの方々も子供たちに優しい声かけをしてくれ感動しました。お昼寝はエアコンの効いたフェリーの中で（4歳ベビーカーと1歳抱っこ紐）することができたので午後の活動もスムーズでした。

A time and space where you can forget about work amidst the hustle and bustle of work fatigue. However, the humidity was tough on the body, but overall it was fantastic.

仕事疲れのバタバタとした時間から、仕事を忘れられる時間と空間。
ただ、蒸し暑いのが体には厳しく困りましてが、総じて最高でした。

There are no activities, so you can't have a memorable experience, but it's a great spot for island hopping! The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island and the water buffalo cart to Yufu Island were nice.

アクティビティが無いので、心に残る体験は味わえないが、アイランドホッピングとしてはいいとこ取り！
西表島のマングローブクルーズ、由布島への水牛車は良かったですよ

The cruise while listening to the explanation of mangroves, riding a water buffalo to Yufuin Island, and exploring Taketomi Island by renting a bicycle were all fantastic experiences. In the second half, we had the freedom to explore, and I felt it was efficient in covering the key spots, so I think participating was the right choice. The water buffalo was very smart and cute. It was so endearing to see it pulling the cart.

マングローブの説明を聞きながらのクルーズ、水牛に乗って由布島行ったり、竹富島ではレンタサイクルでの島巡り。後半は自由にできて、効率的に要所を押さえられ、参加して正解だと思いました。
水牛がとても賢く、可愛かったです。荷車を引っ張ってる姿だとても健気でした。