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I was able to fully enjoy the charms of Iriomote Island in one day with canoeing, waterfalls, and snorkeling. There were many picturesque views, making it a particularly memorable experience during my trip.

カヌー、滝、シュノーケリングと西表島の魅力を1日で満喫できました。写真映えする景色も多く、旅行の中でも特に思い出に残る体験になりました。

First of all, I would like to thank all the instructors for this experience. They provided guidance in a very polite and approachable manner, creating a friendly atmosphere throughout. Although we had a guided tour in the rain, I felt that they offered a unique enjoyment and appreciation of nature that can only be found here. Approaching 50 years old, I was able to encounter one of my dreams since elementary school: the Yaeyama mangrove butterfly in Iriomote Island! I was truly very satisfied.

まずはインストラクターの方々皆さんこの度はありがとうございました。
丁寧かつフラットな感じで、終始とても接しやすい雰囲気で案内して頂きました。
雨の中のガイドではありましたが、雨ならではの楽しみ方、自然の感じ方等、ここにしか無い最大限の楽しさを提供して頂いたのではと感じております。
50歳手前にして小学生からの夢の一つ、西表島のヤエヤマヒルギシジミとも出逢えました！
本当に大満足でした

I heard that there are times when you can't see the coconut crabs, but I was able to find more than 10 of them while climbing trees (it's a shame I couldn't take proper photos). The sky was clear, and I was able to see the beautiful starry sky!

ヤシガニが見れない時もあるとのことでしたが、車のハンドル級（写真ちゃんと取れず残念）木登り中など10匹以上発見できました。
空も晴れており星空も綺麗に見ることが出来ました！

In my 60s, I was worried about my physical stamina, but the guide was always attentive and walked at my pace. During the canoeing and trekking, they provided information about various plants and animals. I was particularly impressed by the sagari flower, which blooms at night and wilts by morning, floating by the waterside.

The waterfall was beautiful, and the water in the basin felt great. They allowed plenty of time for us to enjoy it, and the homemade bento we had there was exceptional.

They also took more photos than I had imagined. Families with children or those hesitant about strenuous trekking should definitely choose this option.

60代、体力にも自信がなく心配でしたが、ガイドさんが常に気にしてくれて、私のペースに合わせて歩いてくれました。カヌー、トレッキングの最中にも色々な動植物の案内をしてくれました。中でも夜咲いて朝までに散るさがり花が水辺に浮いてて感激。
滝は美しい、滝壺の水は気持ち良い、時間もたっぷり取ってくれて、そこで食べる手作り感満載のお弁当は格別でした。
写真も想像以上にたくさん撮ってくれていました。
子どもさん連れのご家族や、ハードなトレッキングに躊躇している方は、ぜひこのメニューを選んでください。

In a word, it was a lot of fun and I'm glad I came. First of all, we were blessed with great weather, and the trekking went smoothly. There were some steeper and more challenging parts than I expected, but I was able to push through to the end thanks to the two guides and the other participants in the tour, who made it enjoyable. Soaking in the waterfall pool felt amazing! I definitely recommend this experience to everyone else. Thank you!

一言で言うととても楽しく来てよかった、と言う感じです。まずとてもお天気に恵まれ、トレッキングも順調に進みました。思ったより急で険しい所もあり大変でしたが、ガイドさん二人と同ツアー参加の方と楽しく頑張れたので最後までやり抜けれました。
滝壷での水浸かりはとても気持ちよかったです！ぜひ他の皆様にも体験をおすすめします。
ありがとうございました。

Iriomote Island was amazing! I received communication from them the day before, and on the day of the tour, there was a guide, canoeing instructions, and explanations about the mangroves and other ecosystems, making for a fun and valuable experience. Canoeing while looking at the greenery and the sea was fantastic. The water buffalo cart on Yubu Island and the botanical garden were truly enjoyable. I also visited Taketomi Island, but the experiences and sightseeing on Iriomote Island were outstanding. Iriomote Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it's difficult to explore on your own, so it's efficient to go with a guide. I appreciate the transportation to the port as well.

西表島、サイコーでした！前日からご連絡も頂き、当日のガイドやカヌーのレクチャー、マングローブ等の生態の説明もあり楽しく貴重な時間でした。緑や海を見ながら カヌーは、サイコーでした。由布島の水牛車、植物園と本当に楽しかったです。竹富島も行きましたが、西表島の体験や観光が素晴らしかったです。西表島は世界自然遺産で、個人では難しくガイドさんの案内で回るのが効率的です。港までも送迎、感謝です

I had a great time. If you're going to Iriomote Island, you should definitely do this. However, since there are various tour options available, I recommend considering others as well before making a choice.

Regarding lunch, on other tours, people were enjoying delicious bento boxes or Okinawa soba made by the guides right in front of the waterfall. In this tour, lunch was scheduled after returning home. Personally, I found that to be quite disappointing.

非常に楽しかった。西表島行くならやるべし。
ただ色々なツアーの選択肢があるので他とも検討して選ぶのがおすすめ。

昼ごはんに関して、
他のツアーでは滝を目の前にして、美味しそうな弁当やガイドさんが作った沖縄そば食べていた。
ここのツアーは帰宅してから昼ごはんという流れだった。
私的にはそれが非常に残念だと思いましたり

In mid-May, I participated with my 4-year-old daughter and my husband, making it a family of three. At first, I was a bit worried about whether we could do canoeing and trekking with a small child, but the guide kindly adjusted to my daughter's pace throughout the trip, and the other tour participants were also very considerate of her, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. My daughter was so excited to walk through the forest and touch the river water all by herself!

The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and shared many interesting and easy-to-understand stories about the insects we encountered along the way and the nature of Iriomote Island. Even the adults were captivated, making it a fantastic learning and adventure time that was more than just walking.

Additionally, I can't forget the freshly made hot Yaeyama soba that the guide cooked right in front of us using a burner, seasoned with kochujang! The natural setting, the soothing sound of the river, and the delicious broth that soaked into our bodies after the hike were truly exceptional, and our whole family finished it all in no time.

5月中旬に、4歳の娘と夫婦の家族3人で参加しました。
最初は小さな子供連れでカヌーやトレッキングができるか少し不安もありましたが、ガイドの方が終始娘のペースに合わせて優しくリードしてくださり、ご一緒になった他のツアー客の方も、娘のことを親切に気にしてくださり、終始安心して楽しむことができました。娘も自分で一生懸命森の中を歩き、川の水に触れて大はしゃぎでした！
ガイドさんはとても知識が豊富な方で、道中に出会う虫のことや西表島の自然について、フランクでありながらとても分かりやすく興味深いお話をたくさんしてくれました。大人もぐいぐい引き込まれ、ただ歩くだけではない最高の学びと冒険の時間になりました。
また、ランチで川のすぐ目の前でガイドさんがバーナーを使って作ってくださった、出来立て熱々の八重山そばにコーレーグースを入れた味が忘れられません！大自然のロケーション、心地よい川のせせらぎ、そして歩いた後の体に染み渡るお出汁の美味しさは本当に格別で、家族みんなでペロリと完食してしまいました。

On the day I participated, I was very lucky to discover many coconut crabs in the forest. It was said that days like this are rare. Also, since it was a new moon, the starry sky was very clear, and I was able to see artificial satellites and shooting stars, making it a valuable experience.

私が参加した日はとてもラッキーなことに、森の中でヤシガニさんを沢山発見することができました。こんなに見られる日は珍しいとのことでした。
また新月だったので星空もよく見えて、人工衛星や流れ星も見られて、貴重な体験をすることができました。

I experienced mangroves, SUP, and a water buffalo cart on Yubu Island. The staff were polite and cheerful, providing great guidance, which was very nice. It felt like time flowed slowly, and I was very relaxed. There are also stylish restaurants on Iriomote Island, and I enjoyed a delicious lunch there.

There was about an hour of waiting time until the return ferry, so I hope there will be a smoother ferry option available in the future.

マングローブ、SUP.由布島観光、水牛車　の体験しました。スタッフさんは丁寧で元気よく案内してくれてとてもよかったです。のんびりと時間が流れるようでとても癒されました。西表島におしゃれなレストランもあり、美味しいランチもいただけました。
帰りのフェリーまで1時間くらい待ち時間があったので、もう少しスムーズに帰れるフェリーがあるといいなと思いました。

Yesterday’s canoeing trip was excellent from start to finish. We were met at the port exactly as promised and introduced to our guide, Ryoma. His English was excellent, and he explained everything clearly, making us feel very welcome.

Once we arrived, we got into our canoes and headed down the river. Ryoma was very informative about the local wildlife and nature, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a great time canoeing along the river, and the weather was perfect — sunny with a light breeze.

At the end of the trip, we were taken to shower facilities before being dropped back at the port, which was very convenient. Ryoma also sent us the photos he had taken during the trip, and they were all really high quality.

Overall, the whole experience was perfect and exactly what we had hoped for. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone considering it.

Yesterday’s canoeing trip was excellent from start to finish. We were met at the port exactly as promised and introduced to our guide, Ryoma. His English was excellent, and he explained everything clearly, making us feel very welcome.

Once we arrived, we got into our canoes and headed down the river. Ryoma was very informative about the local wildlife and nature, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a great time canoeing along the river, and the weather was perfect — sunny with a light breeze.

At the end of the trip, we were taken to shower facilities before being dropped back at the port, which was very convenient. Ryoma also sent us the photos he had taken during the trip, and they were all really high quality.

Overall, the whole experience was perfect and exactly what we had hoped for. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone considering it.

In the morning, I was moved by the great nature while kayaking through the mangroves✨ We entered narrow paths that felt like a maze, which was really interesting! During the free time, including lunch break, the guide introduced us to some recommended shops! After enjoying a leisurely meal, we had plenty of time to take a short stroll around the area! In the afternoon, we rode a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island and explored the island on foot🚶. There was just the right amount of free time here too! I had a fulfilling day filled with many first-time experiences!

午前中はマングローブカヤックで、大自然に感動しました✨細い道にも入り、迷路のようで面白かったです！
お昼休憩を含めた自由時間では、ガイドさんがおすすめのお店を紹介していただきました！
ゆっくり食べた後に周辺を少し散策できるくらい、十分に時間がありました！
午後は水牛車に乗って由布島へ行き、島を散策しました🚶ここでもちょうど良い自由時間でした！
初めての体験を沢山して、充実した1日でした！

I was able to see both the mangroves and the sunset, and it was relaxing, calm, and enjoyable! Thank you very much.

マングローブもサンセットも見れて
のんびりゆったりおだやかで楽しかったです！
ありがとうございました。

The guide listened to our wishes attentively, and we were able to fully enjoy the mangroves we love! We also encountered many unique creatures from Iriomote Island, such as the heron and the kingfisher, and the explanations about the island's nature were very interesting. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

ガイドさんが丁寧に希望を聞いてくださり、大好きなマングローブを満喫できました！
ヘラサギやアカショウビンなど、西表島ならではの生き物にもたくさん会えましたし、島の自然についてのご説明もとっても面白かったです。
素敵な思い出をありがとうございます！

It was cloudy, but it was actually good for my stamina. Canoeing was a first-time experience for me, and while I thought the trekking distance afterward wasn't long, I had to be careful navigating over the tangled tree roots and around the boulders while going up and down. I was the oldest in the group at 71 years old, but I was surprised to see elementary school kids playing at the base of the Pinai Waterfall when we arrived. The ferry from Ishigaki was canceled at Uehara Port, so we arrived by shuttle bus from Ohara Port, but the Iriomote Island Monsoon team provided safe transportation for us. The guide took photos at various points, including the canoeing spots and the waterfall. This was my second visit to Iriomote Island, but this time I truly felt the essence of the island. It was great. I felt pleasantly tired. Thank you very much.

曇天でしたが反って体力的には良かったです。カヌーは初めての経験で、その後のトレッキングの距離は長くは無いと思いましたが、張り巡らされた木の根を跨いで巨石を迂回しての上り下りに神経を使いました。この７人グループの最高齢は私７１才でしたが到着したピナイサーラの滝下で小学生が遊んでいたことにびっくりしました。石垣からのフェリーは上原港が欠航で大原港から連絡バスでの到着でしたが、西表島モンスーンさんは無事に送迎してくれました。写真もカヌーのポイント、滝のポイントなどでガイドさんに撮っていただきました。西表島は２回目でしたが。今回は改めて西表島を実感しました。良かったです。心地よい疲れでした。ありがとうございました。

I experienced a mangrove canoe 🛶 and water buffalo tour at Yufu Island 🐮. First of all, I'm really glad I chose this tour! The distance from the mangrove spot to Yufu Island was surprisingly far, and traveling by car was essential. I believe that participating in the tour allowed me to smoothly experience both activities in one day! Moreover, our instructor, Shabi, provided various interesting facts about Iriomote Island while guiding us, which made the experience even more enjoyable than the activities themselves!

I also joined the tour as a day trip from Ishigaki Island. After the tour ended, there was a bit of time before the return ferry, but I highly recommend Maruma Beach 🏖, which is about a 10-minute walk from the ferry terminal! It was the most beautiful sea I've ever seen, and since I happened to have clothes that I didn't mind getting wet, I changed and played in the sea. The time until the ferry arrived flew by!

マングローブカヌー🛶＆由布島水牛観光🐮のツアーを体験しました。
まず、本当にツアーにしてよかったです！マングローブスポットから由布島までは意外と距離があり、車での移動必須でした。ツアーに参加したからこそ、1日でスムーズに両方体験できたと思います！そして何よりインストラクターのシャビさんが、色々な西表島豆知識を挟みながら案内してくださったので、アクティビティそのもの以上に楽しむことができました！
また石垣島から日帰りで参加したのですが、ツアー終了後～帰りのフェリーまで少し時間があきますが、フェリー乗り場から歩いて10分ほどのところにあるまるまビーチ🏖が本当におすすめです！！！今まで見た海の中でいちばんきれいで、ちょうど濡れてもいい服装を持っていたので、着替えて海で遊んでいると、フェリーまでの時間はあっという間でした。

We had a great afternoon during the canoe tour in the mangroves. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned a lot about the mangrove ecosystem. The excursion was well organized, relaxing, and very enjoyable. We definitely recommend it!

We had a great afternoon during the canoe tour in the mangroves. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned a lot about the mangrove ecosystem. The excursion was well organized, relaxing, and very enjoyable. We definitely recommend it!

My first canyoning experience was in the great outdoors of Iriomote Island, where the heat and tranquility coexist. With the reliable support of our guide, I was able to enjoy it without any worries!

I jumped into a stream that appeared in a jungle I would usually hesitate to enter, and it felt amazing to surrender myself to the pleasantly cool flow.

Including the mini trekking before and after, it was a memorable grand adventure. Additionally, I added a half-day tour of Yufu Island before the canyoning tour, making the most of my time after arriving from Ishigaki Island, and I was very satisfied!

初めてのキャニオニングは、西表島の熱気と静けさが同居した大自然の中で、頼れるガイドさんの適切なサポートの下で、心置きなく楽しむことができました！
普段なら入ってみたいが躊躇するジャングルに現れた渓流に、いざ飛び込み、心地よい冷たさの流れに身を任せるのはとても気持ちが良いです。
前後のミニトレッキング含め、思い出に残る大冒険でした。
またキャニオニングツアーの前に、半日の由布島観光も追加して１日お世話になりましたが、石垣島から到着後の時間をフルに活用でき、大満足です！

The guide was bright and friendly. It was a very fulfilling tour that was worth more than the price, and we thoroughly explored the jungle. We visited at the beginning of May during the Golden Week, just after the start of the rainy season, but fortunately, we were blessed with good weather. In fact, thanks to the rain just before our visit, we encountered many creatures that thrive in humidity!

明るく、親切なガイドさんでした。価格以上にとても充実したツアーで、ジャングルの中をしっかり散策します。訪問は5月頭のGWで梅雨入り直後でしたが、運良く天気にも恵まれ、むしろ直前の雨のおかげで湿気を好む生物に沢山出会えました！

The morning mangrove canoeing was exhilarating, as it felt like an adventure through a dense jungle, surrounded by lush greenery. I felt incredibly refreshed as I experienced the sparkling surface of the water up close. After that, I took a shower at the office and had some free time to eat lunch at Uehara Port.

Later, the ride on the water buffalo cart to Yubu Island was surprisingly leisurely. Listening to the sound of the sanshin while gently gliding over the sea was a truly luxurious and happy experience. This tour allowed me to enjoy both active adventure and the soothing charm unique to Okinawa, creating memories that will last a lifetime!

午前のマングローブカヌーで、生い茂る緑の中を抜けていくのは、まるで密林を冒険しているようなワクワク感があり、キラキラした水面を間近に感じて最高にリフレッシュできました。その後、事務所でシャワーを浴び、お昼は上原港で自由に食べる時間がありました。
​その後、水牛車での由布島への移動は、驚くほどゆったりとした時間が流れていました。三線の音色を聴きながら、海の上をのんびり進む感覚は、なんとも贅沢で幸せな気持ちになります。アクティブな冒険と、沖縄らしい情緒たっぷりの癒やしを両方味わえて、一生の思い出に残るツアーでした！

The guide Shou-chan's explanations were easy to understand, and they found a lot of wildlife and taught us about various plants, which was fun! Next time, I would like to see the Yaeyama fireflies, so I look forward to it again!

ガイドのしょうちゃんの説明が分かりやすく、生物も沢山見つけてくれて、植物も色々教えてくれて楽しかったです❗️
次回は、八重山ホタル❓が観たいのでまた宜しくお願いいたします🙇‍♀️

I had a great time experiencing the unique adventure of walking through the jungle! Our guide, Sho-chan, discovered various creatures like coconut crabs and glowing scorpions that I would never have found on my own. Additionally, I was thoroughly satisfied with the detailed explanations about the ecology of the plants on Iriomote Island. Thank you very much!

ジャングルの中を歩くというここだけの体験が出来て楽しかったです！
ガイドのしょうちゃんさんが自分では絶対に見つけられないようなヤシガニや光るサソリなどを次々に発見してくれました。
他にも西表島の植物の生態など詳しく説明してもらえて大満足です。
ありがとうございました！

The day before and the day of our visit were beautifully sunny, and the sea around Barasu Island had an incredible clarity that felt like it could swallow you whole! We were enchanted by the many corals and fish, and we were fortunate enough to encounter a lionfish as well.

My elementary school daughter experienced the ocean and snorkeling for the first time in her life. At first, she was nervous, but the guide, Ok-kun, and all the staff at Pipi were truly friendly and supportive, and by the end, she was saying, "This is so much fun!"

Having her first experience in such a beautiful sea was truly a luxurious experience. The time spent gently swaying in the water buffalo cart on Yubu Island was also fantastic, making it a day where we could fully enjoy the charms of Iriomote.

Thank you very much!

前日・当日と快晴で、バラス島の海は吸い込まれそうな透明度！たくさんのサンゴと魚たちに癒され、なんとハナミノカサゴにも出会えるという幸運に恵まれました。
小学生の娘は今回が人生初の海＆シュノーケリング。最初はドキドキでしたが、
ガイドのおっくんさんやpipiのスタッフの皆さんが本当にフレンドリーで優しくサポートしてくださり、最後は「楽しすぎる！」と大はしゃぎ。
初めてがこの綺麗な海なんて、本当に贅沢な体験になりました。
由布島の水牛車でのんびり揺られる時間も最高で、西表の魅力をフルコースで味わえた一日でした。
ありがとうございました！

On the day of the event, we were picked up at 8 PM and set off. There were about eight participants. We changed into rental shoes inside the car. After about ten minutes, we arrived at our destination. We were given flashlights and set off immediately. At first, we had a hard time finding the coconut crabs, but our guide, Yume, did a great job! She took us to places where they were likely to be found, and we saw coconut crabs, baby coconut crabs, and hermit crabs. It was a moonlit night close to a full moon, and the stars were beautiful as well. At the end, we searched for scorpions with a black light. It was a satisfying night tour.

当日は２０時に宿へ迎えに来てくれて出発。
参加は８人ほどでした。
車内で貸靴に履き替え。
１０分程で目的地に到着。
懐中電灯を配られてすぐに出発です。
最初なかなかヤシガニが見つからなくてガイドのユメさん頑張ってくれました！
居そうな場所に案内してくれて居た！！
ヤシガニも子供のヤシガニもヤドカリも。
満月に近い月夜でしたが星も綺麗に観えました。
最後にブラックライトでサソリを探してくれて居ました。
満足のナイトツアーでした。

I had a great time with the fun guidance. They clearly separated the difficulty levels for those who can jump from high places and those who are not so comfortable, so everyone enjoyed it! The water is still cold!

楽しくガイドしていただき楽しかったです。
高いところから飛び込める人と苦手な人でしっかり難易度を分けてくれるので、全員が楽しめました！
水はまだ冷たいです！

Such a fun day! Tour guides were especially great, knowledgeable about the ecosystem we were hiking through, kind, and friendly. Got to see a great view, have a good meal, and swim in the watering hole. Photos throughout the trip was a plus too.

I was really satisfied with the mangrove canoeing experience, just as I had imagined. They were considerate about taking photos so that not many other people were in them, and I have done quite a few activities, but I really enjoyed this one!

思い描いていた通りのマングローブカヌーができてすごく満足です。写真も他の人があまり映らないように配慮いただいたり、アクティビティは結構してきましたがとても楽しめました！

They took beautiful photos and videos, allowing us to enjoy SUP and canoeing. The weather was great, making it the perfect situation. The instructor also explained everything clearly.

映える写真や動画を撮影して下さるので、SUPやカヌーを楽しめました。天気がよかったので最高のシチュエーションでした。インストラクターの方もわかりやすく説明して下さりました。

We participated as a couple, experiencing a mangrove kayaking tour in the morning and riding a water buffalo cart to Yufu Island in the afternoon. Although the weather wasn't great, with some wind and occasional light rain, I was really glad we could still go ahead with the activities.

We were guided by Komachan during the kayaking. I appreciated that even though I couldn't take photos with my own smartphone, he took plenty of pictures for us. Since there were quite a few participants, it was challenging to paddle without bumping into others.

At Yufu Island, we had about an hour of free time, which allowed us to explore the area, so that was nice.

On the day of the tour, the ferry to Uehara Port was canceled, so we had to go to Ohara Port and then take a bus to gather at Uehara Port. However, I was grateful that we were taken back to Ohara Port afterward. Overall, it was a fun experience that you can only have on a tour.

夫婦での参加、午前はマングローブカヤック、午後に水牛車に乗り由布島へ行く体験をしました。
天気が良くなく、風も少しあり時々小雨が降る日でしたが実施できて本当に良かったです。

カヤックはこまちゃんに引率して頂きました。
自分のスマホで写真を撮れなくても沢山写真を撮っていただけて有難かったです
人数が多めだったのでカヤックを漕ぐとき他の参加者にぶつからないようにするのが大変でした。

由布島では1時間ほど自由時間となりぐるっと周れたのでよかったです

当日は上原港行の船が欠航になり大原港に行ってそこからバスに乗って上原港へ集合する流れになりましたが帰りは大原港まで送っていただき有難かったです。
総じてツアーならではの楽しい経験ができてよかったです。

I had a great time seeing trees I had never seen before on Iriomote Island, as well as the Ton-ton-mi and crabs. The guide found and shared various things with us.

The canoeing was easy, with hardly any current, making it suitable for beginners. The excitement of seeing the waterfall is something I think you can't experience often. It's also rare to be able to jump into the waterfall pool. My husband and I, in our late 50s, took the plunge! It was refreshing!

If you're participating, please make sure to wear a swimsuit. Even if you don't jump in, I think you'll definitely want to after seeing it.

Along the way, the guide took a lot of photos for us. Overall, during our 3-night, 4-day trip to Ishigaki Island, going to Iriomote Island was the most enjoyable part.

西表島の見たことのない木や、トントンミーやカニが見れてとても楽しかったです。ガイドの方がいろいろ見つけて教えてくれました。
カヌーは流れがほとんどなくて初心者でも大丈夫でした。滝を見た時の感動はなかなか味わえないと思います。
滝つぼに入ることもなかなかできないと思います。50代後半の夫婦ですが、思い切って飛び込みました！爽快でした！
参加される方は是非水着を着て行ってください。
飛び込まなくても、見たら絶対入りたくなると思います。
道中、ガイドの方がたくさん写真を撮ってくれました。
今回、石垣島に3泊4日の旅行で、西表島に行ったことが一番楽しかったです。