All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

I walked through the jungle, learning about the names and habits of plants and animals with our guide, Macchan. When we emerged from the jungle onto the coast, I was moved by the stunning starry sky. I saw the Milky Way with my own eyes for the first time. It was a lot of fun and very satisfying to be guided by Macchan, who loves the plants, animals, and nature of Iriomote Island. I even got to see a coconut crab up close! If I have the chance, I would love to join this tour again in spring or summer. I also took many photos, which became wonderful memories.

ガイドさん(まっちゃん)と一緒でないといけないようなジャングルの中を動植物の名前や習性を教えてもらながら歩きました。
ジャングルを通り抜けて海岸へ出ると満点の星空を見れて感動しました。はじめて天の川を肉眼でみました。
西表島の植物、生き物、自然を愛するまっちゃんに案内してもらえて、とても楽しく、大満足でした。
ヤシガニを間近で見ることもできました！
機会があれば春や夏にもこのツアーに参加したいと思いました。
写真もたくさん撮ってもらえて、思い出になりました。

The autumn weather in Iriomote Island was mostly cloudy, and there was light rain on the day of our visit. Since we couldn't see the starry sky, we explored the sandy beach instead. It was so much fun searching together with the guide and the other participants. During the jungle exploration, we were excitedly pointing out, "Look over there!" and "Wow, that's huge!" It felt like we were kids again, and it was truly enjoyable.

During the plant observation, the guide explained which plants were edible and which ones were not, to the point that we even looked for an izakaya where we could eat the next day. We continued to have fun even after the night tour ended!

秋の西表島は曇りがちで、当日は小雨が降る天気でした。
星空が見られなかったので、代わりに砂浜探検をしました。
ガイドさんや、ほかの参加者みんなで一緒になって探したのがめっちゃ楽しかった。
ジャングル探検でも「あそこにいるー！」「うわ、めっちゃでかい！」なんて、ガイドさんたちと探し回って観察して、子どもに戻った気分で本当に楽しかったです。

植物観察では食べられるもの、食べたらダメなものも説明してくれて、翌日に食べられる居酒屋を探したほどでした。
ナイトツアーが終わっても楽しめました笑。

A group of nine people in their 40s to 70s took on the challenge! Except for one person, everyone was a beginner, and we went canoeing and trekking. Along the way, two members in their 70s had to drop out and take a break, but the remaining members made it to the waterfall and had a great time jumping in! The onigiri and fried chicken we ate when we were starving were the best! Our guide's stories were also very enjoyable. The muscle pain that started the next day was tough, but everyone declared that they want to build their stamina and try again!

40代〜70代の9名で挑戦！
1人を除いて皆初心者でカヌー漕ぎ漕ぎトレッキングへ、途中70代の2名が離脱して休憩ということになりましたが、残りのメンバーで滝壺に到着し飛び込みして楽しみました！お腹ペコペコで食べたおにぎりと唐揚げは最高でした！ガイドの方のお喋りもとても楽しかったです。翌日からの筋肉痛は辛かったですが皆さんまた体力付けてリベンジしたいと宣言しています！

I participated in a night tour on Iriomote Island, and it was incredibly fun.

First of all, moving through complete darkness with no streetlights, just a flashlight, was an exciting experience that you can't have in the city. I was amazed at how deep the night can be... it's a simple thing, but it really struck me. As I walked through the jungle at night, I felt a thrill wondering what kind of animals I might encounter.

Although we couldn't see a sky full of stars, we did meet two coconut crabs that we were hoping to see!

These creatures were surprisingly large, vibrant, and full of life.

Seeing my husband, who loves animals, encounter the coconut crab and express joy like I had never seen before made me truly glad I participated.

The guide provided a lot of information not only about the creatures but also about the plants and Iriomote Island, making even just walking enjoyable.

In this extraordinary experience, completely different from everyday life, my sense of adventure and childlike wonder was fully awakened.

You can fully enjoy the charm of Iriomote Island at night through this tour, so I highly recommend experiencing Iriomote Island after sunset!

Next time, I will join again to see a sky full of stars. I highly recommend it, so please give it a try!

西表島のナイトツアーに参加しましたが、
最高に楽しかったです。

まず真っ暗で街灯一つない中を、懐中電灯一つで進んでいくことも、都会ではできない体験でワクワクします。
夜の闇ってこんなに深いんだ…と当たり前のことに感動。
そして普段は歩くことのない、夜のジャグルを進んでいく中で、どんな動物に出会えるんだろうとドキドキします。

満点の星空は見られませんでしたが、
お目当てのヤシガニ2匹に出会えました！

生き物たちがビックリするほど大きくて、鮮やかで生き生きとしています。

生き物好きの夫がヤシガニに遭遇し、
今まで見たことのない顔で喜んでいる姿を見て、参加してよかったなと心から思いました。

ガイドさんが、生き物だけでなく植物や西表島の説明を沢山してくださるので、ただ歩いているだけでも楽しいです。

日常とは180度かけ離れた非日常の中で、
存分に冒険心と童心をくすぐられました。

昼とは全く違う西表島の魅力を
このツアーで存分に楽しむことができるので、日が沈んでからの西表島もぜひ楽しんでいただきたいです！

次は満点の夜空を見に、また参加します。
めちゃくちゃお勧めなのでぜひ、参加してみてください！

Our first trip to Iriomote Island with our 3 and 5-year-olds was amazing! There are not many places that allow 3-year-olds to canoe, and we were torn between this one and another option, but since our kids love animals and plants, we decided to go with Mr. Ibahata, who seemed very knowledgeable. It was the right choice!

He explained various plants and creatures, including the Sagari-bana and mangrove seeds, which we thought we wouldn't be able to see. He even carried our 3-year-old in areas with difficult footing, allowing us to have a very enjoyable and safe experience. Mr. Ibahata's personality was wonderful, and the kids quickly warmed up to him. Also, the Yaeyama soba and his wife's cake we had in the great outdoors were incredibly delicious!

We were able to relax as a family at the water buffalo cart boarding area to Yubu Island. The first half of the trip was packed with activities, but our usually clingy 3 and 5-year-olds walked steadily until the end. This became our best memory from the trip. Thank you very much!

3・5・8歳の子連れで初めての西表島、最高でした！
3歳でカヌ―OKの所が少なく、こちらともう一軒で悩みましたが、子どもたちが動物や植物大好きなので、知識豊富そうな五十畑さんにお願いすることにしました。大正解でした！

見れないと思っていたサガリバナやマングローブの種など様々な植物・生き物の説明をして下さり、足場の悪いところでは3歳児を抱っこして進んでくださり、とても楽しく安心して過ごすことができました。五十畑さんのお人柄も素敵で、子どもたちはすぐ懐いていました。
また、大自然の中で頂く八重山そば、奥様のケーキ、とっても美味しかったです！

由布島へは水牛車乗り場から家族だけでゆったり過ごせました。前半盛りだくさんでしたが、いつもは「抱っこ抱っこ」の3・5歳時も最後までしっかり歩いてくれました。
今回の旅で一番の思い出になりました。ありがとうございました！

I was worried about the bad weather forecast until the day before. As soon as I made the reservation, I received prompt assistance, and I was very grateful for the courteous advance communication.

On the day of the activity, it was just the two of us, so we had a private experience. We spent a relaxed and enjoyable time with our guide. During the canoe trip, we received explanations about various plants and animals, which was impressive and made us smile.

For lunch, we had delicious Yaeyama soba made on-site, and it was so tasty that it felt like it could have been served in a restaurant.

The end time was adjusted to fit our schedule, and I felt a bit guilty about that.

If I have the chance to come again, I would definitely like to request Komorebi. Thank you very much! ♪

予報では悪天候だったので前日まで悩んでいました。予約すると直ぐに対応していただき、また、事前連絡も丁寧に頂き大変助かりました。
当日は２人で貸し切り状態。ガイドさんと３人でゆったりとした楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。カヌーの道中も、色んな植物や動物の説明をいただき、さすがだな〜と笑
お昼ご飯も現地で美味しい八重山そばを作ってもらい、お店を出したら？というほどの美味しさでした。
終了時刻も、こちらの都合に合わせて調整頂き、逆に申し訳なかったです。
次回もし来る事があれば、絶対にコモレビさんにお願いしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました♪

The staff were very kind and escorted the elderly couple in their 70s, creating wonderful memories. I would like to visit again if I have the opportunity.

７０代の老夫婦に対しても大変優しくエスコートして下さり良い思い出ができました
機会があったらもう一度訪れてみたいです

Due to the approaching typhoon, the snorkeling trip to Barasu Island that I was looking forward to was canceled, which was very disappointing. However, I was offered an alternative plan and went beach snorkeling instead. I didn't get to see the sea turtle, but I encountered clownfish, an eel, and even a sea snake, which was a bit scary, but it was a lot of fun! I was also given recommendations for great restaurants and enjoyed a delicious lunch. The water buffalo cart tour on Yubu Island was successfully conducted, and I was able to spend a relaxing and enjoyable time. Thank you very much!

台風接近の影響で楽しみにしていたバラス島シュノーケリングがキャンセルになってしまい、とても残念でしたが代替プランをご提案いただきビーチシュノーケリングをしました。ウミガメはニアミスで見られませんでしたが、クマノミやウツボ、少し怖かったですがウミヘビにも遭遇しとても楽しかったです！おすすめのご飯屋さんも教えていただき、美味しいランチが食べられました。由布島の水牛車ツアーも無事催行され、のんびりと楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました！

I went canoeing for the first time on Iriomote Island.
We were in a group, and I was with Matsuchan-sensei's team.
They provided explanations about the mangroves and took photos regularly.
I was worried about keeping up with the canoeing, but it was a leisurely tour that took its time, so it was great.
The weather was nice and hot, but I had a lot of fun!
It became a wonderful memory. (o^^o)

初めての西表島でのカヌーやりました。
グループでの行動で、松ちゃん先生チームでした。
マングローブの説明や写真撮影もマメにしてくれました。
カヌーでついていけるか不安でしたが、ゆっくりと時間かけてのんびりとしたツアーだったのでよかったです。
天気もよく暑かったですが楽しかったです！
良い思い出になりました(o^^o)

I made a last-minute reservation on the same day, but I received a prompt return call and was able to book smoothly. The weather was unstable on the day, but I was able to see a lot of coconut crabs. The guide was cheerful and fun, which was great.

急遽当日に予約しましたが、すぐに折り返し電話があり、スムーズに予約できました。
当日は天気が不安定でしたが、ヤシガニをたくさんみることができました。
ガイドさんも明るく、楽しい方で良かったです。

I made a reservation on the morning of the day. I received a confirmation call right after making the reservation, and it was great that the booking was confirmed smoothly. The weather was bad on the day, but I was able to see 3 or 4 coconut crabs, frogs, and many other creatures. The guide's explanations were easy to understand and very helpful.

当日の朝思い立って予約しました。
予約後すぐに確認の電話が入り、スムーズに予約確定できてよかったです。
当日は天気が悪かったのですが、3、4匹のヤシガニ、カエル、その他カニとたくさんの生き物が見れました。
ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすく、ためになりました。

We participated for the first time as a couple. It was a tour that made us love the extraordinary and nature-rich place called Iriomote Island even more. The instructions were clear and fun, and the exhilaration when we jumped in became an unforgettable memory. Thank you for taking so many videos. We were able to see creatures that we can't find on the main island, making it a valuable experience. This time it was a half-day tour, but the next time we visit Iriomote Island, we would like to participate in a longer tour.

夫婦で初めて参加させていただきました。西表島という非日常感のある、自然豊かな場所をより好きになれるツアーでした。
やり方も分かりやすく楽しく教えていただき、飛び込んだ時の爽快さは忘れられない思い出になりました、動画もたくさん撮っていただきありがとうございました。本島にはいない生き物を見ることができ、貴重な経験となりました。今回は半日のツアーでしたが、次回西表島に寄らせていただいた際には、もっと長い時間のツアーに参加させていただきたいです。

The tour while listening to the detailed guide's explanation was really great! The starry sky and the Sagari-bana were breathtaking.
The meeting place is a bit hard to find, so I recommend confirming it thoroughly during the pre-meeting.

お詳しいガイドさんの説明を聞きながらのツアー、凄く良かったです！満天の星空やサガリバナ感動的でした。
待ち合わせ場所が少し見つけにくいので、事前の打ち合わせでしっかりと確認する事をお勧めします。

I participated with my 6th-grade son and another person.

In the morning, we took on canyoning for the first time! We were provided with helmets, life jackets, and marine shoes. The marine shoes had a special sole that made them slip-resistant on rocky surfaces, so we could enjoy ourselves without worry. The beautiful river looked like something out of a Studio Ghibli movie, and our excitement was at its peak!

We slid down a water slide on the rocks and jumped off high cliffs, with both adults and kids screaming in delight as we made big splashes. Our guide, Yama-chan, took lots of photos, which made us very happy. There was a small child in our group, and Yama-chan was thoughtful enough to help find spots where they could jump from lower heights, which was great.

Around 11 AM, we returned to the port still in our wet swimsuits for a lunch break. We had two hours before the afternoon tour, and since it was hot, we relaxed and had lunch while drying off our swimsuits.

In the afternoon, we went on a SUP and kayak tour. We were given life jackets and marine shoes again. The scenery was stunning, with mangroves growing thickly on both sides, and I felt so glad I had come all this way.

As we continued, the river gradually narrowed, giving us a full jungle cruise experience. We all landed at a dry spot to carefully observe the mangroves and wildlife. We took lots of photos, creating wonderful memories.

小6の息子と３人で参加しました。
午前中まずはキャニオニングに初挑戦！
ヘルメットとライフジャケット、マリンシューズを貸して貰いました。マリンシューズは岩場でも滑りにくい特殊なソールなので安心して楽しめました。ジブリ映画に出てきそうな綺麗な川でテンションMAX !
岩場のウォータースライダーを滑ったり、高い岩から大人も子供もキャーキャー言いながら豪快にジャンプして飛び込んだりしました。
ガイドの山ちゃんがまめに写真を撮ってくれて嬉しかった。
同じグループに小さな子が参加していたのですが、低い位置からジャンプ出来る場所を探してくれたり、山ちゃんの細やかな配慮も良かったです。
11時頃、濡れた水着のまま港に戻って各自お昼休憩。午後のツアーまでに２時間あり、暑かったので水着を乾かしながらのんびりお昼ご飯を食べました。

午後はサップとカヤックツアー
ライフジャケットとマリンシューズを貸して貰いました。両側にマングローブがワシワシ生えていてザ▪西表島な景色に感動、遥々来て良かったなーとつくづく思いました。
途中からどんどん川幅が狭くなりジャングルクルーズ感満載、干上がった所で皆で上陸してマングローブや生き物をじっくり観察しました。
写真も沢山撮って貰えて良い思い出となりました。

I had a very fulfilling time.
I was very satisfied to see so many beautiful fish.
The guide, Yume, who is a cute girl, was the best! ★
Thank you for checking carefully to see if I was keeping up.
When I come back to Iriomote Island, I look forward to your guidance again. I will cherish the wonderful photos as well. ★

とっても充実した時間になりました。
キレイな魚がいっぱい見れて大満足です。
可愛い女子のユメちゃんのガイドは最高でした★
きちんと付いてこれてるか、細かく確認下さりありがとうございました。
また、西表島に来た時はまた、宜しくお願いいたします。素敵なお写真も 。大切にします★

I participated in a mangrove tour on Iriomote Island!
On the day of the tour, it was low tide, so the oars tended to hit the bottom, making it a bit difficult to progress.
However, there were no issues with the tour itself, and it was very fulfilling.
We were taken to the starting point by bus, and after sweating, we were able to take a shower.
I recommend participants to go during high tide!
Thank you for taking such great photos.
It turned out to be a very satisfying trip.
Unfortunately, it rained that day, so I couldn't explore Iriomote Island itself, but I hope to take my time to explore it on my next visit!

西表島でマングローブツアーに参加させていただきました！
当日は干潮気味だったのでオールが底に当たりやすく進み辛い状態でした。
ただ進行自体には問題なく、とても充実したツアーでした。
行き場まではバスで連れて行ってくださり、汗をかいたあとはシャワーもかしていただけました。
参加される方は満潮のタイミングをおすすめします！
写真もとても良いものを撮ってくださりありがとうございました。
大満足の旅行になりました。
当日は雨が降ってしまい西表島自体は回ることができなかったので、次行くときはゆっくり回りたいと思います！

Snorkeling was hard and swimming was tough. After it was over, I was completely exhausted. The guide was full of energy and provided a lot of explanations, and since it was my first time in Iriomote Island, I had a great time. It was disappointing that I couldn't see any turtles, but I was happy to see many colorful fish, coral reefs, and large fish. The mangrove canoe tour was quite a distance and had a high level of difficulty, especially with the U-turn we had to make. The guide enthusiastically shared various stories, but I was so focused on keeping up that I couldn't fully enjoy it. Since it was my first time in Iriomote Island, I regret cramming the night tour into this trip. It's a great course for young people. Thank you for your consideration until the end.

シュノーケリングがハードで泳ぐのがきつかったです。終わった後、くたくたのふらふらになりました。元気いっぱいのガイドさんでいろいろ説明をしていただき西表島は初めてでしたので楽しかったです。亀が見られなかったのは残念でしたが珊瑚礁や色とりどりの魚、大きな魚などたくさんいたので嬉しかったです。マングローブカヌーツアーもけっこいな距離で途中でUターンするなどなかなか、難易度が高く、ハードてました。ガイドさんが熱心にいろいろな話をしてくださいましたが、ついていくのに精一杯で残念でした。初めての西表島でしたのでこのツアーにナイトツアーも詰め込んだことを反省しました。若い人にはとても良いコースですね。
最後まで気遣っていただきありがとうございました。

I participated with my 6th-grade son and another person.

In the morning, we tried canyoning for the first time! We were provided with helmets, life jackets, and marine shoes. The marine shoes had a special sole that made them slip-resistant on rocky surfaces, so we could enjoy ourselves without worry. The beautiful river looked like something out of a Studio Ghibli movie, and our excitement was at its peak!

We slid down water slides on the rocks and jumped into the water from high rocks, with both adults and kids screaming in delight. Our guide, Yamachan, took lots of photos, which made us really happy. There were also small children in our group, and Yamachan was thoughtful enough to help them find places to jump from lower heights, which was nice.

Around 11 o'clock, we returned to the port in our wet swimsuits for a lunch break. We had two hours before the afternoon tour, and since it was hot, we relaxed and had lunch while drying our swimsuits.

In the afternoon, we went on a stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking tour. We were given life jackets and marine shoes again. The scenery, with mangroves growing on both sides, was truly representative of Iriomote Island, and I felt grateful for making the trip.

As we continued, the river gradually narrowed, giving us a full jungle cruise experience. We all landed at a dry spot to carefully observe the mangroves and wildlife. We took lots of photos, creating wonderful memories.

小6の息子と３人で参加しました。
午前中まずはキャニオニングに初挑戦！
ヘルメットとライフジャケット、マリンシューズを貸して貰いました。マリンシューズは岩場でも滑りにくい特殊なソールなので安心して楽しめました。ジブリ映画に出てきそうな綺麗な川でテンションMAX !
岩場のウォータースライダーを滑ったり、高い岩から大人も子供もキャーキャー言いながら豪快にジャンプして飛び込んだりしました。
ガイドの山ちゃんがまめに写真を撮ってくれて嬉しかった。
同じグループに小さな子が参加していたのですが、低い位置からジャンプ出来る場所を探してくれたり、山ちゃんの細やかな配慮も良かったです。
11時頃、濡れた水着のまま港に戻って各自お昼休憩。午後のツアーまでに２時間あり、暑かったので水着を乾かしながらのんびりお昼ご飯を食べました。

午後はサップとカヤックツアー
ライフジャケットとマリンシューズを貸して貰いました。両側にマングローブがワシワシ生えていてザ▪西表島な景色に感動、遥々来て良かったなーとつくづく思いました。
途中からどんどん川幅が狭くなりジャングルクルーズ感満載、干上がった所で皆で上陸してマングローブや生き物をじっくり観察しました。
写真も沢山撮って貰えて良い思い出となりました。

We participated as a family of three (father, mother, and an 8-year-old daughter).

There was a hiccup with the transportation. We made a reservation for three people through Veltra, but they said they only received payment for two, so they wouldn't accept cash for the remaining amount.

They asked to see proof of payment, like the reservation confirmation email and the payment completion email. I had them on hand, so I showed them. (I think it's fine to use this as a last resort, but it's not good to doubt the customer from the start. Shouldn't the company confirm first?)

In the end, we had to wait outside the microbus until Veltra confirmed our reservation, which created a bit of a tense atmosphere, but we were able to participate without any issues.

The tour guide was friendly and seemed to love animals and plants, which made it enjoyable. As for the animals and unusual creatures, we didn't see many, but I guess that's just the luck of the draw.

It was raining on the day of the tour, and many people were slipping due to the poor footing, so it might be better for those with weak legs to skip it to avoid injury.

Even though we went deep into the tour, the scenery itself didn't change much, so my child and a girl from the same tour were a bit restless and wanted to go home early. However, a boy who was also on the tour seemed to enjoy himself, moving forward with excitement.

While what you see may depend on luck, I felt that the cost-performance ratio was a bit lacking.

家族3人(父、母女の子8歳)で参加しました。

送迎でハプニング。
veltraから3人で予約したが、2人しか払ってもらっていないから残りは現金で貰わないと言われる。

払っているならその証拠に予約完了メールと決済完了のメールを見せろと言われる。手元に残っていたので、見せる。
(最終手段はこれでも良いと思うけど、最初からお客を疑うのは良くないと思う。まずは会社に確認するのが先決なのでは。)
最終的に予約したベルトラに完了が取れるまでマイクロバスの外で待たされ、ちょっと不穏な空気でしたが、無事参加できました。

ツアーガイドのお兄さんはフレンドリーで、動植物大好きって感じで楽しかったです。肝心の動物や変わった生き物はというとあまり見られずただこれは時の運なので仕方ないかなという感じですかね。

当日雨が降っていたので、足元は悪く滑っている人多かったので、足腰弱い方は怪我の心配ありそうなので止めた方が良いかも。

ツアーは奥まで行っても景色自体は変わり映えする物でもないので、うちの子や同じツアーの女の子も最後は早く帰りたいと少しぐずっていました。
同じツアーに参加していた男の子は怖いものみたさでずんずん進んで楽しそうではありました。

何がみえるかは運としたとしても、ちょっとコスパは悪いかなって感じです。

I joined the tour because I wanted to enjoy the jungle at night and the starry sky. I felt at ease participating since they provided detailed information about the meeting time and other important notes in advance. Additionally, the round-trip shuttle service to my hotel was very helpful.

The guide had a wonderful smile and was very kind. They taught me how to photograph the stars and took pictures for me, showing great care and attention. Thanks to their efforts in searching for wildlife in the jungle, I was able to see fireflies, frogs, scorpions, and coconut crabs, which made me very happy. Furthermore, we were blessed with good weather, allowing us to fully enjoy the breathtaking starry sky.

夜のジャングルと満天の星空を楽しみたくて、ツアーに参加しました。事前に集合時間や連絡事項を丁寧に案内していただいたので、安心して参加できました。また、宿泊しているホテルまでの往復送迎サービスもあり、とても助かりました。

ガイドさんは笑顔が素敵でとても親切でした。星空の撮影方法を教えてもらったり、写真を撮っていただいたりと、大変親身に対応してくれました。また、ジャングルでは一生懸命に生き物を探してくれたおかげで、ホタルやカエル、サソリ、ヤシガニなどを見ることができ、とても嬉しかったです。さらに、天候にも恵まれ、感動的な星空を堪能することができました。

I participated in a mangrove kayak tour. Even though I made a reservation the day before, they kindly informed me about the boat situation from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island on the day of the tour, which was very helpful. The tour was led by Ayu! During the transfer to the river, I learned about the special natural monuments of Iriomote Island, as well as the island's food, plants, and way of life. The conversation was very easy to understand and had a friendly vibe, so everyone enjoyed not only the canoeing but also chatting with Ayu. On the way back, she recommended a great restaurant, and I had a very meaningful time on the island! I would love to join another tour the next time I visit the island.

マングローブカヤックツアーに参加しました。
前日予約でしたが、当日の石垣島から西表島までの船の状況など丁寧に教えてくれてとても助かりました。
ツアーの担当はあゆちゃんでした！
川までの移動では西表島の特別天然記念物についてや、島の食べ物、植物、暮らしなど色々なことを教えてもらいました。お話もとてもわかりやすくフランクな感じだったので、参加した方みんなカヌーはもちろんあゆちゃんとの会話も楽しんでました。帰りにはおすすめのご飯屋さんも教えてくれてとても有意義な島時間を過ごせました！また島に行った際は違うツアーにも参加してみたいです。

The tour went ahead despite the approaching typhoon.
First, we went to see the stars, but unfortunately, nothing was visible. Normally, you can see Japan's best Milky Way here.

With such a start, I was anxious that we might not see anything on the night tour either. However, once we got there, we encountered various animals like the Yaeyama scorpion, coconut crab, and frogs.
Even with poor weather conditions, the animals were active, so it was definitely worth going! The tour provided lights and shoes, so it was almost a hands-free experience.

台風接近中の中の決行。
まずは星を見に。こちらはなにも見えず。
普段なら日本一の天の川が見られるとのことです。

そんなスタートの中、ナイトツアーに関してもなにも見られないのではないかと不安な気持ちで出発。
ところがいざ行ってみると、八重山サソリ、ヤシガニ、カエル等様々な動物に出会えました。
気候条件が悪くとも、動物は活発なので行く価値ありです！
ライトや靴に関してはツアーにて準備してもらえるので、ほぼ手ぶら参加で問題ありませんでした。

The wind was strong, and the ferry from Uehara Port was canceled, but I received a phone call the day before with a thorough explanation. They came to pick me up at Ohara Port.

The tour was flexible, and we ended up sightseeing at Yufu Island in the morning. There were few people in the morning, allowing for a relaxed visit to Yufu Island, and riding the water buffalo was very soothing.

Initially, we had planned to do stand-up paddleboarding, but due to the wind, we switched to canoeing. Canoeing through the mangroves was a very valuable experience. I felt connected to nature and rejuvenated. Shoutarou's explanations were easy to understand and enjoyable!

They provided not only activities but also explanations about the island, which were very clear, making it a tour I could participate in with peace of mind. I would love to join again if I have the opportunity.

風が強く、上原港のフェリーが欠航となりましたが、前日にお電話をいただいて、丁寧に説明くださいました。大原港まで迎えに来ていただきました。
ツアーも臨機応変に対応してくれて、午前中に由布島観光になりました。朝は人が少なく、ゆったりと由布島観光ができ、水牛に乗ってとても癒されました。
当初はSUPの予定でしたが、風の影響でカヌーに変更となりました。マングローブの間をカヌーで進むのはとても貴重な経験になりました。自然を感じて癒されました。しょうたろうさんの説明が分かりやすく楽しかったです！
アクティビティはもちろん、島の説明などもしてくれましたがとても分かりやすく、安心して参加できるツアーでした。また機会があればぜひ参加したいです。

The day was windy and we had to fight against the wind in the widest place of the mangrove but nothing too difficult. A little bit of rain at some times. All in all you it helped you feel the nature. The guide gave us wonderful explanations on the ecosystem. The experience was great, with a friendly group and guide.
In the afternoon, weather improved and the same guide lead us to the river where we could enjoy a safe canyoning experience for beginners. It was amazing and so much fun.
Thanks for everyone who made it possible to enjoy those activities in the wild of Iriomote island.

This time, we were guided by Shotaro, whose bright smile was refreshing.

Today, it was cloudy, and I thought it might be difficult to see the stars... so I had almost given up on stargazing, but just as we got off the bus, the clouds parted, and we were able to enjoy a sky full of stars. (It was cloudy again by the time we reached the sandy beach.)

Navigating through the pitch-black jungle with only a flashlight was thrilling, but our guide made sure to check for safety, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

We were able to see various creatures, including coconut crabs, and it felt like we were intruding on their habitat.

The explanations about the plants were interesting, and I found it fascinating how the creatures and people of Iriomote Island coexist.

Next time, I definitely want to see the starry sky stretching to the horizon from the sandy beach.

今回は明るい笑顔が爽やかなしょうたろうさんにガイドしていただきました。

今日は曇天で星空を見るのは難しいかも……とのことで、星を見るのは半ば諦めていましたが、バスを降りたところでちょうど雲が切れて満点の星空を楽しむことができました。(砂浜に出る頃には曇っていましたが)

真っ暗なジャングルを懐中電灯だけで進むのはスリルがありましたが、ガイドさんがしっかりと安全確認をしてくださっているので、安心して楽しむことができました。

ヤシガニをはじめ、色々な生き物が姿を見せてくれて、彼らの住処にお邪魔している感覚がありました。

植物の説明も面白く、西表島の生き物や人々と共生している様が興味深かったです。

今度はぜひ砂浜で水平線まで広がる星空を見たいです。

I wanted to see the mangroves of Iriomote Island! I also wanted to go canoeing! I found a tour that could accommodate my wish to start leisurely in the afternoon, and I made a reservation.

Each group of four had a guide who was very attentive, providing thorough explanations and caring for everyone in the group. There were no troubles at all, and I was able to participate enjoyably. The guide explained about the mangroves and the creatures living there, making it a highly satisfying experience that was more than just canoeing. They took more photos than I expected, creating wonderful memories! I would love to do this again if I have the chance. Thank you very much!

西表島のマングローブを見たい！カヌーもしたい！午後からゆっくり開始のツアーに参加したい！というわがままな希望を叶えてくれるツアーがあり予約させていただきました。

4組のグループに1人のガイドさんがついてくださるのですが、説明も丁寧で、各グループのみんなに気をかけてくださり、トラブルも全くなく楽しく参加することができました。
ガイドさんは、マングローブやそこに住む生物の説明なのどもしてくださり、カヌーをするだけではない満足度の高い体験となりました
写真も思っていた以上に撮ってくださりいい思い出になりました！
また機会があればお願いしたいです。ありがとうございました！

I signed up for the Mangrove Canoeing & Barasu Island Snorkeling. Unfortunately, the Barasu Island Snorkeling was canceled due to weather conditions, so I only participated in the Mangrove Canoeing. However, it was very enjoyable to paddle through the primeval forest and take a leisurely walk after getting off the canoe, feeling a wonderful sense of escape from the everyday!

The guide was also very knowledgeable and provided thorough explanations, which was very educational. Thank you for recommending restaurants in Ishigaki Island as well!

I would like to book with this tour company again when I visit Iriomote Island!

マングローブカヌー&バラス島シュノーケリングを申込しました。
残念ながらバラス島シュノーケリングは天候の関係で中止になり、マングローブカヌーのみ参加でしたが、原生林の中を漕いだり、カヌーを降りて散策をしたりと、ゆったりと非日常を感じられてとても楽しかったです！
またガイドさんの知識も豊富で、丁寧に説明をしてくださり、とても勉強になりました。石垣島のご飯屋さんなども教えていただきありがとうございました！

また西表島に行く際も、こちらのツアー会社さんで予約をしたいと思います！

I participated with my wife and our three 8-year-old girls. In the morning, we did canyoning, and in the afternoon, we went canoeing (I actually preferred SUP, but we couldn't do it due to the tides).

The kids love playing in the water, like at pools, so they were really excited about canyoning. I thought the river water might be cold in October, but it was only a bit chilly, and both my wife and I had a great time. It's an activity I recommend for energetic children since they can participate safely. However, if you're not comfortable with heights or get scared easily, it might be better to skip it.

I was looking forward to the SUP in the afternoon, but we received a notice the day before that we would be canoeing instead. We enjoyed a relaxed time with beautiful views from the canoe and explanations about the mangroves. However, in the afternoon, there was suddenly heavy rain and strong winds, making it feel chilly. The guide mentioned that the weather in Iriomote Island can change quickly, so we felt it was just one of those days, and our family took it in stride.

I think active families will find it very satisfying. I would like to use this service again if I visit Iriomote Island.

私と妻と8歳の女の子3人で参加しました。
午前はキャニオニング、午後はカヌー(本当はSUPが良かったですが、潮の関係でSUP出来ませんでした。)

子供はプールなどの水遊びが大好きなので、キャニオニングは大はしゃぎでした。10月で川の水は寒いかなと思ったのですが、ちょっと冷たいくらいで私も妻もとても楽しめました。子供も安心して参加できるので元気なお子様ならおススメのアクティビティです。高い所が苦手だったり、怖いのが苦手な方は控えた方が良いかもしれません。

午後のSUPが良かったのですが、前日に連絡が来て急遽カヌーになりました。
カヌーから見れる景色やマングローブなどの説明などゆったりした時間を過ごせました。ただ午後は一転大雨や強い風が吹いて肌寒く感じました。ガイドさんは西表島は天候が変わりやすいとの事なので、そういう日もあるんだなといった感じで私達家族に関してはへっしゃらでした。

アクティブな家族なら満足感が高いと思います。また西表島に行ったら利用したいと思います。

Guide: Macchan

I made a reservation for canoeing in Iriomote Island and snorkeling at Barasu Island. However, the day before the experience, snorkeling was suddenly canceled due to wave conditions, and as an alternative, we went sightseeing at Yubu Island.

Honestly, I really wanted to go snorkeling, but the sudden change to Yubu Island was also enjoyable. We crossed between islands using water buffalo and saw many subtropical plants, which was a lot of fun.

The guide was not only reliable but also very knowledgeable. He patiently answered the questions of the children who participated in the tour, which showed his kindness and depth of knowledge.

Additionally, we canoed in pairs through the magnificent mangrove nature. It felt more like the sea than a narrow river. The wind was quite strong, making it challenging to paddle, but I felt secure knowing the guide was always keeping a watchful eye.

ガイドさん:まっちゃん

西表島のカヌーとバラス島のシュノーケリングで予約しました。体験前日に急遽シュノーケリング波の影響で出来なくなり、代替案として由布島観光になりました。
正直シュノーケリングをやりたい思いはありましたが、突如の由布島も、水牛で島間を渡ったり、亜熱帯な植物が多くあり、とても楽しめました。
特にガイドさんは頼りになるのはもちろんのこと、知識量が豊富で、ツアーに一緒に参加した子供の質問にも親身に丁寧に回答しており人の良さ、知識の深さを感じました。
またカヌーは2人乗りでマングローブの大自然の中を渡りました。川という狭さではなく海のようでした。かなり風が強く漕ぐのが大変でしたが、常にガイドさんが目を光らせていたので安心できました。

The guides were very good! During the bus rides and activities, they provided detailed explanations about the island and occasionally lightened the mood with jokes. They repeatedly pointed out slightly dangerous areas and places to be cautious about, which allowed us to enjoy the experience safely and securely.

For canoeing, since you receive a lecture at the beginning, I think it's helpful to listen to tips on paddling to avoid getting too tired. Also, when it's windy, you can get wet easily, so a change of clothes is essential! (We forgot and returned feeling uncomfortable.)

The restaurants on Iriomote Island and the coffee shop on Yubu Island were also very good!

ガイドさんたちがとても良かったです！バスの移動中や、アクティビティ中も丁寧に島の説明をしてくださったり、時々ジョークなどで盛り上げてくださいました。少し危ない所や注意すべき所など、何度もおっしゃっていただき、安心安全に楽しむことができました。
カヌーは、最初にレクチャー受けるので、漕ぐ際のコツなど聞いておくと、疲れにくいと思います。また、風が強い際は濡れやすいので着替えは必須です！！(私たちは忘れて気持ち悪いまま帰ったので)
西表島のご飯屋さんや由布島のコーヒー屋さんもとてもよかったです！