All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I participated in snorkeling for the first time, and I was able to enjoy it without any worries because I received thorough instructions! The Blue Cave was beautiful, and there were plenty of fish and stunning corals further out! If you're going to snorkel in Ishigaki, I highly recommend this tour!

初めてシュノーケル参加させていだだいたんですが丁寧にレクチャーしてもらったので不安なく楽しめました！青の洞窟も綺麗で沖の方は魚もいっぱいいてサンゴもとても綺麗でした！石垣でシュノーケルするならこのツアーとてもおすすめです！

I went on a night tour for the first time, and it was great! The guide talked a lot about Ishigaki Island, the creatures, and the stars from inside the vehicle. It was really fun to search for coconut crabs in the jungle with the guide. It was also nice to be able to see the stars on the sandy beach! I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see the wildlife of Ishigaki!

ナイトツアー初めて行ったんですが車内から石垣島のことについてや生き物、星のことについていっぱい喋ってもらってジャングルについてもガイドの方と一緒にヤシガニを探すのがとても楽しかったです。砂浜で星を見れるのもよかったです！石垣の生き物を見たい人にとてもオススメできるツアーでした！

It was a highly satisfying tour where I encountered many creatures, including the long-awaited coconut crab and purple crabs. Although there were some steep paths, the staff were very kind and supportive to my 5-year-old son, which made us feel at ease. It was also enjoyable to hear a lot of interesting facts about Ishigaki Island during the car ride to the spots.

念願のヤシガニや紫のカニなどたくさんの生き物に出会えてとても満足度の高いツアーでした。険しい道もありましたが5歳の息子にスタッフさんがとても優しく寄り添っていただき、安心できました。
スポットに行くまでの車内で石垣島のうんちくもたくさん聞けて楽しかったです。

I participated with my 6-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter! I was worried about whether they could walk the whole way, but they walked energetically from start to finish and seemed to have a lot of fun, which made me happy as a parent. The guide also interacted with the kids from their perspective, and they quickly warmed up to him! Thank you very much! It was also moving to finally meet the coconut crab after four years!

6歳息子と3歳娘と参加しました！
最後まで歩けるか心配でしたが、最初から最後まで元気に歩きとても楽しめたようで親としても嬉しかったです。
またガイドさんも子ども目線で接してくださり、子供達もすぐに打ち解けていました！
ありがとうございました！
4年越しでヤシガニに会えたのも感動でした！！

I strolled through the jungle while searching for creatures with the staff, who also provided various explanations. Since I brought my camera, I was given plenty of time to capture the starry sky.

スタッフの方々とジャングルの生き物を探しながら散策し、いろいろと説明もしてくださいました。カメラを持参したこともあり、星空を撮影する時間も充分に取っていただけました。

I had the rare experience of exploring the jungle at night. I was able to see many creatures, including coconut crabs, and the starry sky was incredibly beautiful and moving. Thanks to the guide who provided various explanations, it became 100 times more enjoyable.

夜中のジャングルを探索するという貴重な経験をすることができました。
ヤシガニをはじめとした生き物をたくさん見ることができ、星空もすごく綺麗で感動しました。
ガイドの方がいろんな解説をしてくださったおかげで、100倍楽しくなりました。

Snorkeling in the beautiful sea was amazing! There were so many fish underwater, and just watching them made the time fly by. The guide provided a lot of explanations about the fish and more, allowing me to learn a lot about Ishigaki Island. It was so much fun!

とても綺麗な海でのシュノーケリングは最高でした！
海の中にたくさんの魚がいて、その魚たちを見ているだけであっという間に時間が過ぎました。
ガイドさんが魚などの解説をたくさんしてくださり、石垣島について詳しくなることができました。
とっても楽しかったです。

We traveled by bus with a large group, but when it came time to enter the sea, we split into smaller groups of about four people. They were considerate of those of us who aren't great swimmers, allowing us to explore the Blue Cave while holding onto floaties! It was reassuring to have some time to gradually get used to the water temperature, making it a great experience for small children as well. ✨ The young and wonderful guides provided informative explanations about the surrounding terrain, history, and marine life, which was very educational. ✏️ Although we didn't see any sea turtles, we were able to observe various types of fish, and swimming over the deep trench was an exceptional experience. 🐠🫧

During the latter part of the mangrove forest SUP, the instructors kindly taught us how to paddle at a comfortable pace, allowing us to enjoy it safely. ☺️ It felt amazing to sit while paddling, and when I was able to stand and paddle, it was such a nice feeling! (One of the women from the couple we were with fell into the river but seemed to be having a great time. 😆 Haha.) We thoroughly enjoyed the quintessential Okinawan mangrove forest and learned about the Kijimunaa fairy that resides in the giant banyan trees. I definitely want to participate again!

大人数でバスで移動しましたが、海に入るときには4名前後のグループ行動になります。泳ぎが苦手な私たちにも配慮してくださり、浮き輪に捕まりながら青の洞窟を探検することができました！海の温度に少しずつ慣れる時間があるので安心感があり、小さなお子さんにもおすすめです✨若くて素敵なお兄さん、お姉さんたち（ガイドさんたち）による、周辺の地形や歴史、海の生き物などの説明は勉強になりました✏️ウミガメには会えませんでしたが、数々の種類のお魚を見られましたし、深い溝の上を泳ぐ体験は格別でした🐠🫧

後半のマングローブ林SUPでは、SUP初心者の私たちにゆっくり親切に乗り方を教えてくださり、安全に楽しめました☺️座りながら乗って、立って漕げたときはとても気持ちよかったです！（一緒だったカップルの女性は川に落ちちゃってましたが楽しそうでした😆笑）。THE沖縄感のマングローブ林を堪能して、巨大ガジュマルに宿るキジムナーの妖精についても教えてもらえてよかったです！ぜひまた参加したいです！！

The weather was cloudy, and unfortunately, there was heavy rain in some areas, but at Kabira Bay, we were miraculously able to enjoy the beautiful Ishigaki blue under clear skies.

It was a tour that included lunch, and we had a delicious hamburger lunch at the restaurant, making it an excellent value for the cost.

The driver and guide were both wonderful, and I highly recommend this tour for those who do not plan to explore Ishigaki Island by rental car.

天気は曇天、所々でザーザー降りのあいにくの天気ではありましたが、川平湾では奇跡的に晴れて美しい石垣ブルーを堪能する事が出来ました。

ランチ付きのツアーで、レストランで美味しいハンバーグランチもいただけ、コストパフォーマンスとしては最高でした。

ドライバーさん、ガイドさんの対応も素晴らしく、レンタカーで石垣島を観光しない方には絶対お勧め出来るツアーです。

The sunset and starry sky were amazing! I was also happy to find the coconut crab safely. The guide spoke not only Japanese but also fluent English, providing explanations. I was worried since I had kids with me, but thanks to the guide's consideration, it became a wonderful memory!

夕暮れと星空が最高でした！ヤシガニも無事見つけることができたので嬉しかったです。ガイドの方は日本語はもちろん、流暢な英語でも説明してくださっていました。子連れだったので色々と心配でしたが、ガイドの方の配慮もあり、いい思い出になりました！

Even though it was cloudy, the sea was beautiful.
It was my first time in Ishigaki Island. With Veltra, I could take a bus to famous spots without having to drive, which made me feel relaxed and at ease.
I also used it when I was in Okinawa.
Thank you very much.

くもりでも海は綺麗でした。
初めての石垣島。ベルトラさんは有名な場所にバスに乗って、車も運転せずに連れて行ってくれるので、気持ちもゆっくり安心していられます。
沖縄本島の時も利用しました。
ありがとうございました。

It was a fulfilling day efficiently visiting three islands: Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island in just one day. I felt that 90 minutes was a bit short for both the meal and exploring Yufu Island.

1日で西表島、由布島、竹富島の3つの島を効率良く巡れて充実した1日でした。
90分の中で食事と由布島の巡るのは少し時間が足りなかったように感じました。

The tour was unique with smooth transportation. The water buffalo cart is highly recommended, but the speed varies depending on the horse you ride.

スムーズな移動でツアーならではでした。水牛車は本当におすすめですが、乗る馬によりスピードに差があります。

It was great to be able to tour Ishigaki Island on a sightseeing bus, with a guide providing detailed explanations. Kabira Bay was especially beautiful. The glass-bottom boat had an additional fee, but I highly recommend it.

定期観光バスで、石垣島を周遊でき、ガイドさんの丁寧な説明もあり、とても良かったです。川平湾は、特に、綺麗でした。グラスボートは、追加料金でしたが、お勧めです。

I had a great time visiting the three islands of Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island in just one day. In particular, the island tour by water buffalo cart was a lot of fun. The sea was also very beautiful.

西表島、由布島、竹富島の３島を、一日で回れて、とても良かったです。特に、水牛車での島巡りは、とても、楽しかったです。海も、大変綺麗でした。

It was nice to relax. I think it's perfectly fine for those who lack confidence in their legs since you can avoid walking.

It was a place worthy of being a World Natural Heritage site.

のんびりして良かったです。
歩かずに済みますので足に自信の無い方でも全然大丈夫かと思います。

世界自然遺産に相応しい場所でしたね。

In January 2026, we arrived on the cruise ship, and it was a great help that the driver came to the parking lot right in front of us. It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, and thanks to the veteran driver’s guidance, we were able to have an efficient and meaningful sightseeing experience. We were blessed with good weather, enjoyed beautiful scenery, and were able to take memorable photos, which made us very satisfied. I was particularly moved by Kabira Bay. During the drive, the driver shared stories about the culture and customs, and took us to recommended places (popular power spots), which was a lot of fun. I appreciate the flexible response to our requests for specific destinations. Before going, I was unsure and anxious about whether to rent a car, but chartering a taxi through Veltra allowed us to focus on sightseeing, which was great. Thank you so much to the driver who took care of us at that time.

2026年1月　当日クルーズ船での到着でしたが、目の前の駐車場に来てくれ本当に助かりました。初めての石垣島でしたがベテラン運転手さんのガイドで効率よく有意義な観光ができました。お天気にも恵まれ綺麗な景色、記念撮影も叶い大満足です。特に川平湾には感動しました。移動中も文化や習慣をお話ししてくれたり、おすすめの場所(人気のパワースポット)にも案内してくださったり楽しかったです。こちらの希望地の要望にも応えながらも、柔軟な対応に感謝いたします。行く前はレンタカーにしようか迷い不安もありましたが、ベルトラでタクシーをチャーターしたことで観光に専念できて良かったです。あの時の運転手さん、お世話になり本当にありがとうございました。

I was looking forward to my trip to Ishigaki Island. The weather forecast predicted rain...

However, although it was cloudy on the day of the tour, we were able to enjoy it without getting rained on. The ground was slippery from the rain, which made our walk through the forest thrilling and fun, and I felt lucky to observe many creatures! It left me with a positive feeling.

It was disappointing that I couldn't see any stars due to the thick clouds, but I was glad to have experienced the magnificent nature of Ishigaki Island during the tour.

Both tour conductors were friendly and kind, and I would recommend this tour to anyone I know who is traveling to Ishigaki Island. I had a wonderful time. Thank you!

楽しみにしていた石垣島旅行。
天気予報は雨、、、

しかし当日は曇ってはいたものの、雨に降られることなくツアーが開催されました。
雨上がりで地面が滑りやすく、森の中の散策はスリル感満載で楽しかったのと、生き物をたくさん観察できて運が良かった！とポジティブな気持ちになりました。

厚い雲のせいで星は一つも観えなかったのは残念でしたが、雄大な石垣島の自然を体感できたのでツアーに参加してよかったです。

ツアーコンダクターのお二人とも気さくで親切で、石垣島に旅行にいく知り合いがいたらおススメしたいです。
素敵な時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。

It was a very well-thought-out schedule. I was able to visit three islands, and I gained a good understanding of the geographical relationships in the Yaeyama Islands. The guide's explanations were also educational. The performance of the sanshin on the water buffalo cart was great. The lunch exceeded my expectations, and I got to enjoy various Okinawan dishes. Although it was cloudy with light rain seasonally, I was satisfied. Thank you.

とてもよく考えられたスケジューリングです。3つの島に行け、八重山諸島の地理的な位置関係が良くわかりました。
ガイドさんのお話も勉強になった。
水牛車の三線演奏が良かった。
お昼ご飯も期待以上。沖縄料理をいろいろいただけました。
季節的に曇りと小雨でしたが、満足できました。ありがとう。

The water buffalo was amazing! The lunch at Yufushima was also very delicious. It was great to see mangroves for the first time.

水牛最高でした🐃　由布島でのランチもとても美味しかったです🍽️ 初めて見るマングローブも良かったです。

Thank you for taking me to the sightseeing spots. I saw online that it says, "Take a tour of the island's attractions like Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki Observatory with a bus guide! Lunch included at a restaurant with a great view!" However, I would like a bit more detailed information about the places we will be visiting.

観光名所連れて行っていただきありがとうございます。
ネットで、「川平湾や玉取崎展望台など島の名所をバスガイドの案内でひと巡り！眺めの良いレストランでランチ付き！」と書いていますが、行く場所を、もう少し詳しく記載してほしいです。

I chose this course because my flight was in the evening. It was the rainy season and the sky was cloudy, but I was very lucky that it was sunny at Kabira Bay. I took the optional glass-bottom boat and was thrilled to encounter clownfish and sea turtles, amazed by the beauty of the coral reefs. For lunch, I had a hamburger set at a place with a great view, and it was quite a generous portion! I was very satisfied.

The bus guide was a local who played the sanshin for us. The schedule went as planned, and I highly recommend it.

夕方からの飛行機だったのでこのコースにしました。
梅雨の時期で曇り空でしたが､川平湾では晴れてくれてとてもラッキーでした。
オプショナルのグラスボートに乗って、クマノミ•ウミガメに出会えて珊瑚礁の美しさに感動。
お昼は眺めいいところでハンバーグ定食､なかなかのボリューム！
大満足です。

バスガイドさんは､地元の方で生の三線を聴かせてくれました♪
スケジュールも予定通りでオススメです。

The three-island tour was very good. I was impressed by the water buffalo cart I rode for the first time. At Yufu Island, I spent too much time taking photos and eating, so I was disappointed that I couldn't explore the island much. I chose the free walk plan for Taketomi Island, but the limited number of buses made the schedule tight.

3島巡りとても良かったです。
初めて乗った水牛車は感動しました。
由布島では、写真と食事に時間をとりすぎて島内の散策があまり出来なくて残念でした。
竹富島はフリーウォークプランを選択しましたが、バスの本数が少なめだった為タイトなスケジュールになってしまいました。

Exploring Mishima while riding on a ferry, bus, sightseeing boat, and ox cart was a delightful experience. The lunch was delicious, and I was able to enjoy the wonderful spots in Mishima✨ The drivers (and the person guiding the oxen?) were entertaining, making the time enjoyable! Thank you, Yumemi-chan, Kojiro-kun, Kaiji-kun, and Rui-kun. I also learned that the water buffalo have distinct personalities and are all quite different!

フェリー・バス・観光船・牛車に乗りながら三島巡り。お昼ごはんもおいしく三島のいいとこ巡りができました✨運転手の皆さんも（牛を誘導する人？）話が面白く楽しく過ごせました！ゆめみちゃん　こじろうくん　カイジくん　ルイくん　ありがとう。　水牛も個性豊かでいろいろ違うことがわかりました!

It's really disappointing that the sightseeing on Taketomi Island was abbreviated. We should have opted for a free sightseeing choice. Was it because someone couldn't keep the meeting time that the boat schedule got delayed? It seems that we couldn't change the return boat because there was no tour guide present. The bus tour on Taketomi Island was disappointing. It was good up to Iriomote Island and Yufu Island, so it's a shame. I should have negotiated with the local staff about changing the return boat.

竹富島の観光省略されとても残念
フリーの観光選択すべきでしたね
集合時間守れない人のせい？で船の時間がずれた？らしいです
スルーの添乗員がいないために帰りの船の変更不可？竹富島バス観光残念でした。
西表島由布島までは良かったので残念でした。現地スタッフのかたに帰路船の変更掛け合うべきである

Despite the unfortunate weather forecast, it only drizzled occasionally. This timing allowed us to enjoy our time even more comfortably, and the activities were enjoyable whether it was sunny or rainy.

◯ Iriomote Island
We explored the mangroves on a covered boat. The weather didn't affect this experience. Navigating through the mangrove forest is something that is quite difficult to do on your own.

◯ Yubu Island
Riding a water buffalo to cross from one island to another was a unique experience. The water buffalo cart is also not affected by the weather. On Yubu Island, we had time for a meal and free time in the botanical garden. Even those who aren't interested in the botanical garden can enjoy it as a meal and relaxation time. At the back of the botanical garden, there is actually a beach. Enjoying the scenery here is also an option.

◯ Taketomi Island
If you don't have a specific store or destination in mind, you might find yourself at a loss on how to spend your time in the village. It's certainly possible to arrange rental bicycles or water buffalo carts on your own. However, considering the round-trip travel from each island and moving around the island, it's wise to think about combining a water buffalo or bicycle rental. The only activity here that is affected by the weather is the village tour by water buffalo cart. It's recommended as it allows for a cool experience without getting wet.

あいにくの悪天候予報でしたが、降っても時折 小雨が降る程度。
そんなタイミングだったので余計に快適に過ごすことができましたが、晴天でも雨天でも楽しめるアクティビティでした。

◯西表島
屋根付きのボートでマングローブ散策。
天気に左右されません。
マングローブ林の中を進むのはなかなか個人ではできない体験です。

◯由布島
水牛に乗って島から島へ渡るのは貴重な体験でした。
こちらの水牛車も天気に左右されません。
由布島では植物園内で食事＆自由時間が。
植物園に興味のない方も、食事兼休憩時間として過ごせます。
植物園の奥には実はビーチが。ここで景色を楽しむのもアリです。

◯竹富島
集落での過ごし方は、目的のお店等が無い方は意外と持て余すかも。
個人手配でレンタサイクルや水牛車の手配ももちろん可能。
ただ、各島からの往復移動や島内の移動を考えると、セットで水牛or自転車を考えておくと吉です。
唯一ここでの過ごし方だけ天気に左右されます。
水牛車での集落回遊は避暑＆濡れないのでおすすめ。

I visited in early May and was worried about the rainy season, but it only rained while I was on the ferry and bus. By the time I arrived at Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island, the weather was clear, and I had the best sightseeing experience. Cycling on Taketomi Island was refreshing, and the botanical garden on Yufu Island was more enjoyable than I expected, so I highly recommend it!

5月前半に行き梅雨が心配だったのですが、フェリーやバスに乗っている間だけ雨が降ったのみで、西表島や由布島、竹富島に着く頃には晴れ、最高の観光ができました。竹富島でのサイクリングは気持ちがよかったのと、由布島の植物園が想像より楽しかったのでおすすめしたいです！

I thought a plan that allows visiting three islands in one day would be great, so I joined. There was plenty of free time, and I liked that I could participate in my own way.

1日で3島回れるプランがよいと思い参加しました。自由時間も多く、思い思いに参加できるのがよかったです。

I recommend it because there are many islands around Ishigaki Island, and you can efficiently explore them even with limited time. The itinerary and efficiency are things you can't achieve when planning on your own, and it's also cost-effective! The guides at each sightseeing spot were enjoyable and great as well.

石垣島の離島がたくさんあって時間が限られる中で効率よく周れるので、おすすめです。
自分たちでスケジュール組むと出来ない行程と効率性、またお得さでした！
それぞれの観光スポットでのガイドも楽しくて良かったです。

A Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island

This was my first time on a bus tour, and it turned out to be a wonderful experience. I was excited about visiting a tropical island without thinking too much, but the guide's fluent narration provided insights into the history and connections of the island and its surrounding islets, which was very educational.

For lunch, I had a delicious Ishigaki beef hamburger. The mozuku vinegar was quite strong, and if you eat it too quickly, it can make you cough. But it was tasty!

The guide's performance of traditional songs while playing the sanshin was impressive. I was truly amazed. While there isn't much freedom in the itinerary, I recommend this tour for anyone visiting the island for the first time.

思い立ち一人旅の石垣島
バスツアー自体初めてですがとても良い経験をさせていただきました。
なにも考えず南国の島
などと浮かれていましたがガイドさんの流暢な語りで島や周辺の離島などの歴史や関わりなどを知り、とても勉強になりました。
ランチは石垣牛のハンバーグで美味しかったです。もずく酢は酢が強くて勢い良く食べるとむせます。でも美味しい

ガイドさんの三線を弾きながらの民謡は圧巻でした。流石だと思います
自由度はありませんが初めて島に行かれる方は参加するのをお勧めします。