All Reviews for Okinawa Water Sports

In the early morning, the only sounds were the paddling of the SUP and the chirping of birds, making it a quiet and very nice experience! Unfortunately, the sunrise was obscured by clouds, but the morning air was clear and refreshing. At the end of June, Ishigaki is very hot, but this tour was in the early morning, so it was cool and there was no worry about sunburn!

早朝で音はSUPを漕ぐ音と鳥の鳴き声くらいしかなく、静かでとてもいい経験でした！
残念ながら日の出は雲がかかって見えなかったですが早朝の空気が澄んでて気持ちよかったです。
6月末の石垣はとっても暑いですが、このツアーは早朝だったので涼しく日焼けの心配もなかったです！

I have been to Ishigaki Island several times, but it was my first time visiting the Blue Cave!

After passing through a jungle surrounded by trees, a space like a private beach opened up, and we entered the sea from there.

We went out to the open sea through a trench, which was also quite interesting. I even got to see clownfish! 🐟

Just floating around is fun, so I recommend it even for beginners!

石垣島には何度か来たことがありましたが、青の洞窟は初めてでした！

木々に囲まれたジャングルを抜けるとプライベートビーチのような空間が広がっており、そこから海に入りました。

海溝を抜けて沖に出るんですが、その海溝がまた面白かったです。
クマノミにも会えました🐟

ただぼーーっと浮かんでいるだけでも楽しいので、初心者の方でもおすすめです！

As a complete beginner, I had so many questions, but I was taught in a detailed and careful manner! Additionally, the staff made an effort to keep things fun! In the end, I was able to paddle while standing, and I was very satisfied! I highly recommend it, so please give it a try!

本当に初心者で、分からないことだらけでしたが細かく丁寧に教えてもらえました！
また、なるべく楽しくなるように担当スタッフが盛り上げてくれました！
最後は立って漕ぐことができ、とても満足です！
おすすめなのでぜひ参加してみてください！

It was a wonderful experience to be able to go stand-up paddleboarding at the most beautiful Kabira Bay in Ishigaki Island. The weather was nice, and there wasn't much wind, making it a great memory.

石垣島で一番綺麗な川平湾でサップができたこととても良い体験になりました。天気が良くて風もあまりないとても良い思い出です

The weather that day was very nice, and the water was incredibly clear! It seems that the scenery has even earned a Michelin three-star rating, and that really came across! The guide was also very friendly, and it was a lot of fun!!

その日はとても天気が良くて水がとても綺麗でした！それが景色のミシュラン三ツ星を獲得しているらしくその事もすごく伝わりました！ガイドさんもとても気さくなかたで楽しかったです！！

I had a great time with stand-up paddleboarding at Kabira Bay for the first time. It's been selected as one of Japan's 100 scenic views, and it was very beautiful with the ocean looking so clear.

初めての川平湾sup楽しかったです。
日本100景にも選ばれてるとあってとてもきれいで海が透き通ってみえました。

It was my first snorkeling experience, and the safety measures were excellent. The guide was very knowledgeable, which made me feel secure participating in the tour! The fish and scenery were all amazing, and I would love to join again when I come back to Ishigaki Island!

初シュノーケリングでしたが、安全対策もバッチリでガイドさんの知識も豊富で安心してツアーに参加することができました！
魚、景色全てが最高でまた石垣島に来た時には参加したいと思います！！

I had been wanting to try sunrise SUP, so I made a reservation with great enthusiasm. I was surprised by the 4:30 AM meeting time, but paddling in the quiet mangroves early in the morning felt wonderful. I could clearly hear the chirping of birds and the calls of peacocks, and time flowed leisurely. The conversations with the guide were enjoyable, and we talked about various topics! Due to the environment and climate, we couldn't see the sunrise itself, but the morning glow was very beautiful! The snorkeling was also fantastic, with great weather and clear waters. Here too, the guide provided explanations about the caves and introduced us to the fish in the sea, which was very educational! I had a great time! Thank you for the wonderful memories!!

サンライズSUPはやってみたかったので気合いを入れて予約しました。
朝4:30頃の集合でびっくりしましたが、朝一の静かーなマングローブでのSUPは気持ちが良かったです。鳥のさえずりやクジャクの鳴き声もクリアに聞こえ、ゆったり時間が流れました。ガイドさんとの会話も楽しく、色々とお話しさせていただきました！環境や気候的に朝日自体は見れませんでしたが、朝焼けがとても綺麗でした！シュノーケリングも本当に天気が良く、海が綺麗でした。ここでもガイドさんから洞窟の中の説明や海の魚の紹介などいただき、勉強になりました！
とっても楽しかったです！良い思い出をありがとうございました！！

I received a confirmation call the day before participating, where they kindly provided information about the hotel pick-up time and what to bring. On the morning of the event, a car came to pick me up from the hotel, and we chatted while moving to the experience location. It was easy to talk, and the transfer was enjoyable!

I had done SUP once before, but it had been a while, so I was a bit worried. Before starting the SUP at Kabira Bay, there was a lecture on how to paddle and stand, and during the experience, they provided a lot of encouragement, which made it easy to enjoy!

After the SUP experience, we moved to the terminal. During the transfer, they introduced several recommended shops, which was helpful for my travel plans. ✨

For snorkeling, we went to the Blue Cave and snorkeled in the nearby sea. Before starting, they carefully taught us how to put on the goggles. It was incredibly beautiful, and there were various kinds of fish, which was fun!

However, the people snorkeling with us were foreigners who didn't listen much and were quite free-spirited, which seemed to make things difficult for the staff, and it left me feeling a bit disappointed.

During both experiences, they took many photos and sent them to us, which became great memories. 😊 Although I felt a bit disappointed due to the company I was with, overall, it was a very enjoyable tour, and I'm glad I participated.

参加する前日に確認の電話があり、ホテル送迎の時間や持ち物など丁寧にご案内していただきました。
当日の朝ホテルに車で迎えに来て頂いてお話しながら体験場所まで移動しました。話やすくて移動も楽しかったです！
SUP自体は１回した事ありますが、久しぶりで少し心配していました。
川平湾SUP始める前に漕ぎ方、立ち方などレクチャーがあり、体験中も声を沢山かけて頂き安心して楽しく体験できました！
SUP体験後はターミナルへ移動。移動時間はおすすめのお店を何件か紹介して頂き、旅行プランの参考になりました✨
シュノーケルは青の洞窟行ってその近くの海でシュノーケルでした。
シュノーケル始める前にゴーグル付け方など丁寧に教えてくださいました。
すごく綺麗で色んな種類の魚がいて楽しかったです！
ただ一緒にシュノーケルする方が外国人の方で話聞かなかったり自由な方々でスタッフさん大変そうでしたし、こちらも少し残念な気持ちになりました。

どちらの体験の時にたくさん写真撮っていただき送ってくださいました😊良い思い出になりました✨
一緒に回る方によって少し残念な思いをしましたがそれ以外はとっても楽しく参加して良かったと思える良いツアーでした。

I participated in snorkeling near the phantom island (Hamajima) and was very satisfied with the high clarity of the water! It was nostalgic to see staff members who had helped me during another activity last year. I would love to participate again.

幻の島（浜島）と近くでのシュノーケリングに参加しましたが、海の透明度が高く大変満足でした！
スタッフさんも昨年別のアクティビティでお世話になった方がいらっしゃったので懐かしかったです。
また参加したいです。

Today, the rainy season has ended, and the weather was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for picking us up at the hotel 😊.

In the morning, we went canoeing at the Mangrove Miyarakawa. In the afternoon, we went snorkeling near Taketomi Island and landed on the Phantom Island. We were guided by Hiroki and his double Hiroki guide while canoeing. The preparation for the canoe was quite a task, and I was sweating while carrying the canoe, so I felt it was good to help out, but I also reflected on that 💦.

Before we set off, we received a thorough explanation of the canoe, and the guidance was very careful, making it easy to understand. I've only been on a canoe five times, but even for a beginner, the explanations were clear and reassuring. While swaying in the canoe with my wife, looking at the mangroves, the blue of the clear sky and the green of the mangroves felt very refreshing. The double Hiroki guides were on stand-up paddleboards, and since the river was calm, it seemed easy to do even for beginners ☺️.

The morning was very pleasant.

The two of you entertained us from start to finish, providing proper guidance on the mangroves and canoeing. You also earnestly talked about meal spots and popular places in Ishigaki Island while we were being transported.

It was truly enjoyable and refreshing. Thank you, double Hiroki 😊.

本日は、梅雨明けて、めちゃくちゃ良い天気でした。
ホテルまで、迎えに来ていただき、ありがとうございました😊
朝は、マングローブ宮良川カヌー。
午後は、船で、竹富島近くで、シュノーケリングと、幻の島上陸でした。
私達は、ひろきさんと、ひろきさんの、ダブルひろきさんガイドにて、カヌーに、乗りました。
カヌーは、下準備が、大変で、カヌーを運ぶのに、汗だくなってましたので、お手伝いしてあげましたら、良かったと、反省です💦
出発前に、カヌーの説明をして頂き、丁寧に誘導がありましたので、やりやすいと思います。
私は、まだ、5回しか乗ってないですが、初めてでも、わかりやすい説明で安心だと、思います。
カヌーに、妻と揺られながら、マングローブを見て、晴れ空の青色と、マングローブの緑色が、とても気持ち良かったです。
ダブルひろきさん達は、サップで、ガイドしてましたが、川のサップは、揺れがなく、座りながらで、やりやすいので、初心者でも、大丈夫そうです☺️
午前中は、とても気持ち良かったです。

お二人で、初めから、終わりまで、楽しませて頂いて、マングローブの説明や、カヌーの説明等、キチンとガイドされていました。
トークも、一生懸命に、パスの送迎先まで、食事事や、石垣島の人気なお店など、教えていただけました。

本当に、楽しいく、気持ち良かったです。
ダブルひろきさん、ありがとうございました😊

The tour combines separate snorkeling and mangrove canoe tours, so the guides were different for the first and second halves.

If you participate in the 9 AM session, it ends at 4 PM, so it might be a good idea to join the night jungle stargazing tour starting at 7:30 PM as well. Since the guides change each time, you might find a favorite guide.

During the snorkeling tour, we walked through the forest for a few minutes to reach the beach. After a brief explanation of how to use the snorkel and fins, we went snorkeling. Although the chances of encountering sea turtles or sea snakes seemed low, we were able to see corals and colorful fish, making it a great experience. Even those who are not good at swimming can enjoy it with the help of floats and the guide.

For the mangrove tour, we chose to go by canoe. It seemed that people on stand-up paddleboards (SUP) were also participating in the tour alongside us. After a brief lesson on how to paddle at the riverbank, we boarded the boat and started the tour.

シュノーケリングツアーとマングローブカヌーツアーの別々のツアーを1つのセットにしているツアーのため前半と後半で担当のガイドさんが異なりました。

9時開始の回に参加すると16時に終わるため19時半からのナイトジャングル星空ツアーも一緒に行うのも良いかと思います。
毎回担当が異なるので推しのガイドさんも見つかるかもしれません。

シュノーケリングツアーでは、徒歩数分の森を抜けて浜辺へ向かいました。
シュノーケルやフィンの使い方について簡単に説明があった後にシュノーケリングを行いました。
ウミガメやウミヘビに遭遇する確率は低いようで今回のツアーで見ることはできませんでしたがサンゴや色とりどりの魚は見ることができて良い体験になりました。
泳ぎの苦手な人でも浮きとガイドさんのアシストがあるので楽しめると思います。

マングローブツアーではカヌーを選択しました。supの人も同時にツアーを行うようで自分たちの他にはsupの方もいました。
川岸でオールの漕ぎ方について簡単な講習を受けたあとに船に乗り込みツアー開始でした。

I was nervous on my first stand-up paddleboarding experience, but I was taught patiently and enjoyed it until the end. After the experience, I ate at the burger place that was recommended, and it was very delicious. Overall, I had a great day.

初めてのsupで緊張しましたが、丁寧に教えていただき、最後まで楽しめました。
体験後にお勧めしていただいたハンバーガー屋さんでご飯を食べましたが、非常に美味しく、総じて良い1日を過ごすことができました。

Canoeing across the Miyara River surrounded by magnificent mangroves was amazing! It was an activity that allowed me to feel the grandeur of nature. The snorkeling in the afternoon was also fantastic, with dives into the Blue Cave, swimming among clear coral reefs, and lots of fish. I wanted to see a sea turtle, but I'll save that for another time!

壮大なマングローブに囲まれた宮良川をカヌーで渡るのは最高でした！
自然の雄大さを感じることができるアクティビティでした。
午後からのシュノーケリングも青の洞窟へのダイブや、透き通った珊瑚礁、たくさんの魚と一緒に泳ぐのが最高でした。
ウミガメに会いたかったですが、またの楽しみにとっておきます！

Originally, it was a tour for SUP and snorkeling in one day, but the afternoon snorkeling was canceled due to sea conditions (crying). However, thanks to being able to reschedule the snorkeling for another morning, I was able to enjoy the trip without any regrets.

Safety measures were excellent, and the guide had a wealth of knowledge, allowing us to participate in the tour with peace of mind. The guide took photos from very good angles, so it wasn't a problem not to bring my smartphone. The photos taken were sent to us on the same day, which was a delightful service.

元々は1日でSUPとシュノーケリングのツアーでしたが、午後のシュノーケリングが海のコンディションによりキャンセルに（泣）でしたが、別日の午前中にシュノーケリングを振り替えしていただいたおかげで、心残り無く旅行が楽しめました。
安全対策もバッチリ、ガイドさんの知識も豊富で安心してツアーに参加出来ました。
ガイドさんがとてもいいアングルで写真を撮ってくださるので、スマホの持ち込みをしなくても問題なかったです。撮った写真はその日の内に送ってもらえるので、嬉しいサービスでした。

I crossed through the mangroves by canoe, and even in my late 50s, I was able to enjoy it without any difficulty. Although it was cloudy and I couldn't see the sunset, I was able to experience nature up close to the water's surface among the mangroves.

マングローブの中をカヌーで渡り、50代後半でも無理なく楽しめました。
曇りでサンセットは叶いませんでしたが、マングローブを水面近くに見て自然を体験できました。

It was the morning of our departure day, but we were able to get a ride to the hotel. Since it was early, it wasn't too hot and I didn't have to worry much about sunburn. After returning to the hotel, I was able to take a bath and do laundry in the coin laundry while having breakfast, making good use of the time until check-out.

The seats in the shuttle were covered with vinyl sheets, so it was no problem to sit down wet. As long as I had drinks and a towel, it felt easy to participate.

Our guide, Hina, introduced us to various delicious recommended places during the ride, but since it was our departure day... I wish I could have gone if I had a few more days to stay. But now I have something to look forward to for my next visit to Ishigaki Island! I was able to drink the shake she recommended at the airport on the way back.

During the ride, I was able to hear a lot of stories, so it wasn't boring, and canoeing was fun. Canoeing in the morning felt refreshing and cleansing for the soul. The distance we paddled felt short, but even when there was a bit of waiting time for other groups to take photos, they encouraged us by saying we could go a little further and come back, so the waiting time wasn't boring. This was my first canoeing experience, and it seemed like my husband enjoyed this tour so much that he said he wanted to try a longer distance next time. I think I want to challenge myself with a longer lunch tour next time! Thank you very much!

帰る日の朝でしたが、ホテルまで送迎もしていただけ、朝早いので、暑くもなく日焼けの心配もほぼなく、ホテルに帰ってからも、お風呂に入って、朝食を食べてる間にコインランドリーで濡れた服も洗濯乾燥もできてチェックアウトまで時間を有効に使えました。
送迎車の座席は、ビニールシート敷いてくれてるので、ぬれたままでも問題なく、持ち物は、飲み物とタオルがあれば、気軽に参加できる感じでした。

ガイドのヒナさんが送迎中に、いろいろ美味しいオススメのお店とか紹介してくださったのですが、帰る日だったので…もう少し滞在日数があれば行ってみたかったです>⁠.⁠<
でも次回石垣島に来た時の楽しみができました〜(⁠^⁠^⁠)
おすすめしてもらったシェイクだけは帰りの空港で飲めました〜(⁠｡⁠•̀⁠ᴗ⁠-⁠)⁠✧

送迎中も、いっぱいお話し聞けたので、退屈しないし、カヌーも楽しかったです。朝からのカヌーは、気持ちよく心が洗われる感じでした〜(⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)
漕ぐ距離的には短い気もしますが、他の組の写真撮影の時、少し待ち時間ができても、どこどこの辺りまで行って、戻ってきてもいいですよと、声もかけてもらえるので、少しの待ち時間も退屈なくすごせました。今回初めてのカヌー体験で、こちらのツアーが楽しかったみたいで、旦那は、もう少し長い距離もしてみたいと言ってました
次回は少し時間長めのお昼とかのツアーに挑戦してみたいと思います!!
ありがとうございました〜

It was my first SUP experience, and I was taught carefully from the beginning, making it a wonderful memory! The morning meeting time is early, but paddling while watching the sunrise is exceptional! I want to do it again!

初めのSUP体験でしたが、一から丁寧に教えていただきとっても素敵な思い出になりました！朝の集合時間は早いですが、日の出を見ながらのsupは別格です！またやりたいです！

It was my first experience with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and the guide's explanations were very thorough and easy to understand, which made me feel safe and enjoy it! I was a bit nervous at first, but I quickly got used to it and was able to fully enjoy the beautiful sea, experiencing something out of the ordinary. It was a highly satisfying activity. It became a wonderful memory! I definitely recommend it to beginners as well.

初めてのSUP体験でしたが
ガイドさんの説明がとても丁寧でわかりやすく
安心して楽しむことができました！
最初はちょっと緊張していたものの
すぐに慣れて、めちゃくちゃ綺麗な海で
非日常をたっぷり味わえて
大満足のアクティビティでした。
とても素敵な思い出になりました！
初心者の方にもぜひおすすめしたいです。

In the morning, I did SUP, and in the afternoon, I experienced snorkeling. SUP is really fun! There aren't many places to try it on Honshu, so I definitely recommend it. At first, it feels a bit unfamiliar, but the sensation of gently gliding along the river is very interesting.

For snorkeling, there's no need to worry as the instructors are very attentive and teach beginners well. You'll be amazed by the beautiful corals and tropical fish you can see.

午前中にSUP、午後にシュノーケリング体験を行いました。
SUP本当に楽しい！本州でもなかなか体験出来るところはないのでぜひやってほしいです。最初は慣れませんが川の上をゆらゆら進む感覚、とても面白いですよ。
シュノーケリングは初心者でもインストラクターの方が丁寧に教えてくれるので心配ないです。美しいサンゴと熱帯魚が見れるので感動しますよ。

I think it's a great tour that you can enjoy easily! Since it's a tour that includes the Phantom Island and snorkeling, I believe it's a must-do when you come to Ishigaki Island!

手軽に楽しめる良いツアーだと思います！
幻の島とシュノーケリングのセットになっているツアーなので、石垣島に来たら抑えておきたいツアーだと思います！

Although the weather was unfortunate due to the rainy season, I had an incredibly fun time. If it had been sunny, it might have been tough with the heat. As I mentioned at the beginning, despite the bad weather, I think it was a very good experience. There was no problem seeing the mangroves even in the rain. It was also a great experience that the guide took us on a route that was not usually accessible, possibly because the tour coincided with high tide. It was my first time doing SUP, and the guide's explanations were excellent, allowing both my spouse and me to enjoy it until the very end!

梅雨の時期のため、生憎の天気でしたがめちゃくちゃ楽しかったです。晴れてたら日差しで逆にしんどかったかもしれませんね。
冒頭にも書きましたが天気が良くなかった中ですが、非常にいい経験が出来たと思います。マングローブ見るには雨でも全然問題無しでした。ツアーの時間が満潮の時もあってか、ガイドさんがあまり行けないコースを案内してもらえたのもとてもいい経験となりました。初めてのSUPでしたが、ガイドさんの説明も上手で夫婦共々最後まで楽しめました！

The Blue Cave tour and snorkeling were guided very carefully. I wanted to snorkel more; it ended so quickly.

青の洞窟ツアーもシュノーケルもとても丁寧にガイドしていただきました。もっとシュノーケルしてたいくらい一瞬で終わってしまいました。

Even for those who can't swim, there was a guide with a float, so there was absolutely no need to worry! The sea was beautiful and there were plenty of fish.

泳げない人でもガイドの人が浮き輪を持ってるので全然心配いりませんでした！
海も綺麗で魚もいっぱいいました。

First of all, snorkeling was carried out by changing to Sakura Beach, instead of going to Blue Cave due to bad weather. The changed points were also fun because there were many types of marine fish and coral reefs.

The mangrove tour was also fun. It was a meaningful experience because the guides were good at explaining nature together.

I hope I can participate again next time.

일단 스노클링은 날씨가 안좋아서 Blue Cave로 가지 못하고, Sakura Beach로 변경하여 진행되었습니다. 변경된 포인트도 해양어류 및 산호초의 종류가 많아 재밌었습니다.

망그로브 투어도 재밌었습니다. 가이드분들께서 같이 다니며 자연에 대한 설명을 잘 해주셔서 뜻 깊은 경험이였습니다.

다음에 또 참여할 수 있으면 좋겠네요~

First of all, snorkeling was carried out by changing to Sakura Beach, instead of going to Blue Cave due to bad weather. The changed points were also fun because there were many types of marine fish and coral reefs.

The mangrove tour was also fun. It was a meaningful experience because the guides were good at explaining nature together.

I hope I can participate again next time.
(The tour will be divided into a Japanese team and a foreign team. The foreign team's leader will explain in English.)

I traveled to Ishigaki Island for the first time, and I was truly moved to be able to land on Hatsushima when the weather was clear, which I had always wanted to do. For those who haven't been, I definitely recommend going!

初めて石垣島に旅行にきて、絶対行きたいと思っていた初島に晴れてるときに上陸出来て本当に感動でした。行ったことない方は、是非とも行って欲しいです！

I appreciated that I could choose between a full-day course and a half-day course (morning or afternoon), making it easy to plan according to my stamina and schedule. They recommended wearing a wetsuit and life jacket tailored to each individual, ensuring a safe snorkeling experience, and provided thorough explanations of the equipment. During the snorkeling, they paid attention to each person's pace, making it a tour that beginners can join with confidence. Even though it was a day with strong winds and high waves, I was able to snorkel safely and enjoyed seeing cute fish, rays, jellyfish, and sea snakes.

1日コース、(午前又は午後)半日コースが選べるので体力やスケジュールに合わせて予定を組みやすいので良かったです。安心してシュノーケルを行えるよう本人に合わせたウェットスーツやライフジャケットの着用を推奨されていたり、物品の説明もきちんとされていました。シュノーケル中も個人のペースをみながら気にかけてくださるので初心者の方でも安心して参加できるツアーだと思います。風が強く波も高い日でしたが無事にシュノーケルができて、かわいい魚たちやエイ、クラゲ、ウミヘビといろいろみられて楽しかったです。

I initially wanted to do SUP at Kabira Bay, but since the weather looked bad, I switched to mangrove SUP. At first, I wasn't making any progress at all, but gradually I started to move forward, and the scenery of the surrounding mangroves was wonderful. I participated alone, but it was very enjoyable. Thank you to the guides, Ryu and Hiroki!

当初川平湾でSUPをしたいと考えていましたが、天気が悪そうだったので、マングローブSUPに変更しました。最初は全然前に進みませんでしたが、少しずつ進むようになり、周りのマングローブの景色も素晴らしかったです。一人での参加でしたが、とても楽しかったです。ガイドのりゅうさん、ひろきさん、ありがとうございました！

In January, the water temperature was low and it was cold, but they provided wetsuits, and once I started swimming, it felt warm! I was able to see many beautiful corals and fish! I want to visit Ishigaki Island again!

1月で水温が低く寒かったですが、
ウェットスーツを用意してくれていて、
泳いが始めたらポカポカしてました！
綺麗なサンゴと魚が沢山見れましたー！
また石垣島に来てみたいです！

Yuki, our guide, provided a wonderful tour! Thanks to him, it became the best memory!

When you come to Ishigaki Island, be sure to join a snorkeling tour!

ガイドのユウキさんが素晴らしいツアーをしてくれました！
おかけで最高の思い出になりました！

石垣島に来る時は是非シュノーケリングツアーに参加してください！