All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I will provide a compact guide to the main tourist attractions in Ishigaki Island. The lunch was delicious as well. The rice was a bit hard, but I thought maybe this is normal in Ishigaki Island?

石垣島の主要な観光地をコンパクトに案内してくれます。ランチも美味しかったです。ご飯が少し硬かったけど石垣島ではこのくらいが普通なのかな？と思いました。

Due to bad weather, we could only do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) instead of snorkeling, but I was happy to be able to do at least one activity! It was my first time doing SUP, and the guidance was so thorough that I didn't have any trouble. The explanations about each spot during the SUP were very interesting, and we talked throughout the tour about recommended sightseeing spots in Ishigaki and good places to eat, which made it very enjoyable.

Although it was a tour that only covered the first half, the weather can change quickly in that area, so that couldn't be helped. The mangrove forest felt even more like a hidden gem, and since it's rare to do activities in a river as an adult, it was a valuable experience. I think I will request another tour when I come back to Ishigaki! Thank you!

悪天候のため、シュノーケリングはできずSUPだけとなりましたが、１つでもできただけ嬉しかったです！
初めてのSUPでしたが、丁寧に案内していただいたので困ることもなく、SUP中の各スポットについての説明は非常に興味深く、他にも石垣観光のおすすめスポット、おすすめのご飯屋さんなどについて、終始お話ししながらのツアーでとても楽しめました。
前半のみ実施のツアーでしたが、天候が変わりやすい場所なのでそこは仕方ないのと、マングローブの森は秘境感が増して楽しかったですし、大人になってから川でアクティビティをすることもなかなかないので貴重な経験でした。
また石垣にきたらツアーをお願いすると思います！ありがとうございました！

I was impressed by the beautiful sea where I could see many corals and colorful fish. It was a very precious experience to also see sea turtles. I was able to enter a cave and had a mystical experience.

たくさんの珊瑚やカラフルな魚も見ることができてとても綺麗な海に感動しました。ウミガメもみることができてとても貴重な体験でした。洞窟の中にも入ることができて、神秘的な体験をしました。

First, we took a 45-minute boat ride from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island. Upon arriving on the island, the untouched nature created a unique atmosphere that was unlike Ishigaki Island. From the ferry terminal, we headed to Yubu Island. We rode the famous water buffalo cart to cross from Iriomote Island. Being pulled by the water buffalo through the shallow sea was a slow and scenic experience. Of course, the views were spectacular!

On Yubu Island, we were served lunch and enjoyed delicious local cuisine. After lunch, we returned to Iriomote Island for a mangrove cruise on the Nakama River. The cruise, surrounded by nature that you can't experience on the mainland, was very refreshing. The boat then took us back to the ferry terminal, and next, we moved on to Taketomi Island.

Taketomi Island was also enveloped in a relaxed atmosphere, making it feel like a waste to just do a day trip. I found myself wishing to stay longer while freely exploring the island.

There are about three to four boats from Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island, so it was convenient to catch a boat at a suitable time. I visited Taketomi Island on a Saturday, but many shops were closed (either for the day or due to early closing hours), so it was a bit of a relief to return to Ishigaki Island a little earlier.

Overall, I returned to Ishigaki Island feeling very satisfied. Depending on the boat schedule, you can leave around 8 AM and return by around 5 PM, which isn’t too early or too late, making it manageable for your body. If you can spare a day, I highly recommend it!

先ずは石垣本島から船で45分くらいの西表島へ。
島に着くと石垣島とはまた違う、自然がそのままの状態で残っており何とも言えない雰囲気。
フェリーターミナルからは由布島へ。名物の水牛車に乗って西表島から渡ります。
遠浅の海の中を水牛に引かれてゆっくりと進んでいきます。もちろんここは絶景！
由布島では昼食が提供され、美味しい郷土料理を食せました。
昼食後は再び西表島に戻り、仲間川でのマングローブクルーズへ。本州では味わえない大自然を感じながらのクルーズは気持ちよかったです。
船はそのままフェリーターミナルへ。次は竹富島に移動です。

竹富島もノンビリした雰囲気に包まれており、日帰りしてしまうのがもったいないほど。ここでゆっくり泊まりたいなと思いながら、島内を自由に散策できました。

竹富島から石垣島への船は３～４本の内の、都合のいい時間の船に乗れればいいので、この点も良かったです。竹富島には土曜日に訪問したのですが、休みのお店(休みとか時間的な営業終了)が多かったので、早めに船で石垣島に戻れてちょっと助かりました。

でも総じて大変満足な気分で石垣島に帰ってきました。朝８時頃から船にもよりますが、１７時頃まで、朝早過ぎず帰りも遅過ぎずで身体の負担もそれ程無かったので、１日分の時間が取れるようでしたらオススメいたします。

The staff's guidance was kind and polite, and the conversation was enjoyable. Everything was well organized, with no wasted time, making it a very enjoyable experience. I would like to go again someday.

スタッフの案内も親切丁寧で話しも楽しく、良く段取りされていて無駄もなくとても楽しめました。またいつか行きたいと思います。

The water buffalo was calm, gentle, serious, and endearing.
Lunch was ordinary, but overall, the process was smooth.

水牛🐃が
穏やかでおとなしく真面目で
愛しくなりました
昼食は普通でしたが
全般にスムーズな工程でした

I had a great time efficiently exploring the islands. The bus driver's stories during the journey were particularly entertaining and fantastic! I highly recommend it for its reasonable prices.

効率よく島巡りもできとても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
特に移動時のバスの運転手さんのお話が面白くて最高でした～
良心的な価格でおすすめです

The starry sky was magnificent, and the guide was amazing. The moment the lights were turned off all at once, the starry sky became a lifelong memory. The Milky Way and shooting stars were incredible. I felt like a child again seeing creatures like the coconut crab and fireflies that I usually can't see. I also learned a lot from the guide about the names of the creatures and delicious local foods in Ishigaki. I was most moved by the young man who is working hard after moving here. Thank you very much.

満天の星空、ヤシガニ、蛍、ガイドさん最高でした。
一斉にライトを消した瞬間の星空は一生の思い出です。天の川、流れ星、最高でした。
普段見る事の出来ないヤシガニや蛍などの生物がろいろいて童心に帰りました。
そしてガイドさんから生き物の名前から石垣の美味しい物の情報など等たくさん聞けホント参考になりました。移住して頑張っている青年に1番感動しました。有難うございました。

I had a great time. It was a full day with a relaxed schedule. The mangroves, water buffalo, and island tour were fulfilling. I recommend it!

満喫しました　余裕あるスケジュールで一日満喫でした　マングローブ、水牛、離島ツアー充実してます　おすすめです

Since it was the New Year after the end of COVID-19, the tour was busy due to the large number of people. We participated this time with three generations because the last time was so enjoyable, but unlike before, our stay on Yufu Island was too short, and we couldn't explore the island leisurely at all. The lunch break was also too short.

コロナ明け年始という事もあり
大勢いた為ツアーが忙しかった。
前回が楽しかったので今回は3世代で参加しましたが前と違って由布島の滞在が短すぎて全然島内をゆっくり回れませんでした。お昼ご飯の時間も短すぎでした。

I visited Iriomote Island for the first time. I was able to explore efficiently in a short amount of time. The mangroves were high due to the tide, so I couldn't see much of them. The weather was cloudy, so it was disappointing not to see the beautiful sea of Iriomote Island.

The water buffalo cart was fun, different from Taketomi Island. The sanshin and singing were quite lovely as well. Lunch was just normally delicious. Yubu Island was more enjoyable than I had imagined.

Since there was no staff accompanying the tour, I had to wander around each time to find out which boat to transfer to after getting off the ship, which bus to take, and where to line up for the water buffalo ride, constantly asking anyone who looked like a staff member.

Since there were other tours as well, I was guided to different dining locations, which I understand, but I did feel a bit of inefficiency. Overall, I was satisfied.

初めて西表島を訪問しました。短い時間で効率良く回る事が出来ました。
マングローブは満潮で水位が高くあまり見れませんでした。お天気も曇りだったので、せっかくの西表島のキレイな海が見れず残念。
水牛車は竹富島とまた違って楽しかったです。三線と歌もなかなか素敵でした。
お昼ご飯も普通に美味しかったです。由布島は想像以上に楽しかったです。
ツアーに同行する係員がいないので、船を降りてからどのボートに乗り換えるのか、バスはどれに乗るのか、水牛に乗るにはどこに並ぶのか、毎回ウロウロして係員らしき人を見つけては聞きまくりました。
他のツアーも一緒なので、食事場所も別の所に案内されたり、仕方ないとは思いますが、ちょっと効率の悪さを感じました。
全体的には満足です。

I joined to see the coconut crab. I thought it would depend on luck, but I was able to see four of them. How lucky! The excitement of walking through the jungle at night, combined with the guide's excellent guidance and the starry sky, made for an amazing experience. On the bus to and from the location, the guide shared recommendations for shops, so we were fortunate to participate on the first day. This time, I attended with my wife, but I also want to take our children next time.

ヤシガニを観たくて参加しました。
運次第かな？と思っていましたが、ヤシガニを4匹も見ることが出来ました。なんてラッキー。夜のジャングルを歩くワクワク感、ガイドさんの絶妙な案内に加え満天の星空も観ることができ最高の体験でした。
行き帰りのバスでガイドさんからオススメのお店など教えてもらったので、初日に参加した私達はツイてました。
今回は妻と二人の参加でしたが、子供達も連れて行ってあげたいと思いました。

Almost everyone was trying stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and snorkeling for the first time! The instructors were very thorough, so I was able to enjoy it to the fullest without any worries, even as a beginner! Thanks to the many wonderful photos taken with the GoPro, I'm reminiscing while looking back at the pictures 😊 It was such a fun experience!!!

At the end, they also recommended a lot of great restaurants for our last bus ride, so I’m looking forward to enjoying the rest of my trip in Ishigaki! ✈️

ほぼ全員初めてのsupとシュノーケリングでした！
丁寧に教えていただけたので初めてでも心配なく全力で楽しめました！
素敵な写真もたくさんGoProで撮っていただいたおかげで写真を見返して余韻に浸っています😊とても楽しい体験でした！！！

最後のバスでおすすめのご飯屋さんもたくさん教えていただいて残りの石垣旅行も楽しめそうです✈️

I participated because I wanted to see various creatures and also observe the starry sky on Ishigaki Island for the first time. The starry sky was incredibly beautiful, and lying on the sandy beach to watch it was the best! The main focus was searching for coconut crabs, and I encountered four of them, including a rare baby coconut crab! The kids also had a great time, so it was wonderful. Thank you for the lovely memories.

初めての石垣島で、色々な生き物が見たいと思ったのと星空も観察したいと思い参加しました。
とにかく星空が綺麗で砂浜に寝転んで観察しましたが最高でした！
ヤシガニ探しメインでしたが、4匹逢え、また珍しいというヤシガニの赤ちゃんにも遭遇しました！
子供達もとても楽しめたのでよかったです。素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

I had a wonderful experience that felt extraordinary, something you can't enjoy in everyday life. I believe even adults can return to their childhood and enjoy it innocently. If I visit Ishigaki Island again, I would like to participate in a night tour!

日常では味わえないような素敵な体験を山ほど出来ました。大人でも幼少期にかえって無邪気に楽しめると思います。もしまた石垣島に訪れる際にはナイトツアーに参加したいです！

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

We had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our snorkeling tour guide, and he truly made the experience unforgettable. His friendly and accommodating nature put us at ease right away. He spoke great English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the island, even offering us fantastic recommendations for local dining spots.

Taro was our guide for the stand-up paddleboarding tour, and he was equally wonderful. Although we were informed in advance that he didn't speak English, we managed to communicate quite well with my limited Japanese and he also made a genuine effort to engage with us in the little English he knew. Taro's warm demeanor and friendly personality shone through, and he kept us entertained with some light-hearted jokes along the way. If you have the chance to be guided by either of these amazing individuals, you can rest assured that you'll be in great hands!

From the meeting point at the remote island terminal, it takes about 40 minutes north to observe a sky full of stars along the coast. After that, you can stroll through the forest and limestone caves, looking for insects, animals, and plants. You can enjoy tracking with a guide while listening to explanations about the coconut crabs and bats of Ishigaki Island. However, the explanations about the stars may be somewhat lacking, so if you want to fully enjoy the night sky, I recommend joining a different tour.

集合場所の離島ターミナルから北へ40分、海岸から満天の星を観察できます。そのあと、森と鍾乳洞を散策して昆虫や動物、植物を見つけて歩きます。石垣島のヤシガニ、蝙蝠などなどガイドさんの説明を聞きながら楽しくトラッキングができます。その分星の説明はおざなりなところもあり、がっつり星空を楽しみたい方は別のツアーに参加することを勧めます。

We gathered at the bus terminal near the remote island bus terminal in the morning, and the guide shared a lot of interesting information during the ride, which was very helpful. We will return to the bus terminal after 2 PM, so if the weather and our stamina allow, we can visit nearby islands like Kohama Island. It's great because many of the sightseeing spots are difficult to access without a car.

朝に離島バスターミナル近くのバスターミナルに集合、ガイドが車中も色々話をしてくれてとても参考になります。14時過ぎにはバスターミナルに戻るので体力と天候が許せば小浜島など離島への観光、移動ができます。車が運転できないと観光しづらいところばかりなのでありがたいです。

There is a direct bus from the airport to the remote island bus terminal every 30 minutes. After this tour, there are shuttle buses from the ANA Hotel and the former JAL Hotel to the remote island bus terminal. It's recommended for sightseeing on the first day. After a stroll pulled by a water buffalo, you can go cycling with the map you received. You can enjoy a fulfilling afternoon.

空港から集合場所の離島バスターミナルまでは30分毎に直行バスがあります。またこのツアーが終わったあと、ANAホテルと旧JALホテルからは離島バスターミナルから送迎バスがあります。初日の観光にお勧めです。水牛に引かれて散策したあと、貰った地図でサイクリング。充実した午後を過ごせます。

I was very satisfied with the packed itinerary that included water buffalo carts, sanshin folk songs, a mangrove cruise, and cycling, and I was able to see the rare crested serpent eagle three times.

Each guide shared interesting stories about Ishigaki, which I found fascinating. The weather was also favorable, and I was moved by the beautiful Ishigaki Blue sea.

I would love to try island hopping again.

水牛車、三線民謡、マングローブクルーズ、サイクリングと盛りだくさんの内容の上、なかなか見れないというカンムリワシに3回もみることができて、大満足です。

それぞれのガイドさんの石垣にまつわる話なども面白く、興味深く聞きました。
天気にも恵まれ、石垣ブルーの海にも感動しました。

また違い島巡りもしてみたいです。

As explained at the remote island terminal, I managed to enjoy the experience with everyone, but the ferry from Taketomi Island to Ishigaki Island had unclear guidance and signage, making me anxious about when to board. Additionally, it was cold, and I couldn't hear the guide's words clearly. However, it was nice to be able to see the sights in a compact way.

離島ターミナルでの説明の通り
なんとか皆さんと楽しめましたが
竹富島から石垣島に帰るフェリーは
案内や掲示板がわかりにくく、いつ乗り込んだらいいのか不安でした。
あとは寒くて説明ガイドさんの言葉が入ってこなかったです。
でもコンパクトに観光できて良かったです。

On the day we went, they seemed to be in a bad mood and didn't eat 😢. On the broadcast on March 1st, they were eating normally 😡.

僕達が行った日は機嫌が悪かったのか食べてくれませんでした😢
3/1放送の、おは土では普通に食べていました😡

The weather was favorable, and everything went as planned. Lunch was delicious, and we were taken to the airport on time. The guide was great as well. Ishigaki has become a wonderful memory.

お天気にも恵まれ、何もかも予定どおり。昼食もおいしく時間通りに空港まで送っていただきました。
ガイドさんもよかったです。
石垣、良い思い出となりました。

February seems to have many rainy days, but fortunately, we were blessed with good weather and got to see a perfect starry sky! I was also able to see the coconut crab, which can only be seen here, and I'm glad I participated in the tour. Thank you!

2月は雨が降る日が多いみたいですが、幸いお天気に恵まれ満点の星空が見れました！
ここでしか見れないヤシガニも見れて、ツアーに参加出来て良かったです。
ありがとうございました！

I experienced canoeing and snorkeling in the Blue Cave for the first time! With thorough instructions, even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. During the experience, we received detailed explanations about the mangroves and an introduction to the Blue Cave, making it a unique way to enjoy the tour!

What stood out to me the most during this tour was the extensive introduction to Ishigaki while we were on the bus! It became a great reference for my future travels, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling trip to Ishigaki! Thank you 😊

カヌーと青の洞窟でのシュノーケリングを初めて体験しました！丁寧なレクチャーで初心者でも安心して楽しむことができました。体験の中ではマングローブの説明や青の洞窟の紹介など詳しくして頂き、ツアーだからこその楽しみ方ができました！
特にこのツアーで印象に残っていることは、移動中のバスの中で石垣の紹介を沢山していただいたことです！今後の旅の参考になり、とても充実した石垣旅行になりました！ありがとうございます😊

I participated in the same VELTRA bus tour in Miyako Island three days before this tour. At that time, it was a longer tour, but perhaps because I had a good impression from that experience, I enjoyed this one as well.

同じVELTRAさんの宮古島バスツアーにこのツアーの３日前に参加しました。その時はもっと長いツアーだったけど、その時の印象が良かったせいか、これも勿論楽しめましたけど、って所ですかね。

I had planned to go to the Blue Cave, but due to the wind, we went to a different beach. The owner of the restaurant we went to afterward also said, "That beach is beautiful." ☺️✨ It was my first time snorkeling, and it had been a while since I swam, but I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. It seems that the morning group even saw manta rays! Not only during snorkeling, but also during the car ride to and from, I was impressed by how they shared recommendations for shops and plans for the next day while having fun conversations. 🚗 Thank you, Diego!

青の洞窟に行く予定でしたが、風の影響で別のビーチへ。その後行ったご飯屋さんの店主さんも、「あのビーチは綺麗だよ」と言っていました☺️✨️初めてのシュノーケリング、泳ぐのも久しぶりでしたが、安心して楽しむことができました。午前中のグループはマンタも見られたみたいです！シュノーケリングだけでなく、行き帰りの車でも、おすすめのお店や次の日のプランなど楽しくお喋りしながら教えて頂いたのが印象に残っています🚗JDことジエゴさん、ありがとうございました！！

Although we couldn't see the starry sky, the night tour was wonderful! It was truly a great experience to see coconut crabs, frogs, and bats!

星空は見れませんでしたが、ナイトツアーが素晴らしかったです！
ヤシガニやカエル、コウモリを見れて本当に良い経験が出来ました！

The weather was so cold that it didn't feel like Ishigaki, and it looked like it was about to rain, but I was glad I could tour efficiently. Each of the three islands has its own unique world, and choosing this tour was the right decision!

今にも雨が降りそうな天気で石垣とは思えないほど寒かったですが、効率よく観光できて良かったです。3島それぞれが独自の世界で、このツアーを選んで正解でした！

I was originally scheduled to go on a glass-bottom boat in Taketomi Island, but due to unstable weather, it was changed to a cart ride instead. However, the rain stopped during the sightseeing, and I was able to have a great time. It's highly recommended for those who don't have much time, as you can experience various activities in one day! They also handled the sudden changes smoothly. I would love to participate again if I have the opportunity. Thank you!

本当は竹富島でグラスボートになる予定でしたが天気が不安定で､代わりに牛車に変更となりました。
それでも観光時には雨も止み、楽しく過ごすことができました。
一日で様々な体験が出来るので､日程があまりない方にはとてもおすすめです♪
急な変更などもスムーズに対応いただきました。
また､機会がありましたら参加したいです。
ありがとうございました。