All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

On my first trip to Ishigaki Island, I participated in a tour that visited three islands. Unfortunately, it was a bit chilly and rainy, but I was very satisfied with the content of the tour. The guides provided clear explanations at each location, which made me feel comfortable participating. On Yubu Island, we enjoyed a water buffalo ride while listening to shamisen music.

I was a bit concerned about having a 2-year-old with us, but we still had a great time. If the weather had been nice, I would have loved to leisurely explore Taketomi Island, but it was a shame we had to take an early ferry back. During lunch, there were explanations about the contents of the bento, which were very easy to understand.

初めての石垣島旅行で、3島巡るツアーに参加しました。あいにくの雨模様で少し肌寒い期間でしたが、ツアーの内容は大満足でした。各場所にて担当者が解り易く説明をしてくれたりと安心して参加できました。由布島の水牛乗りでは三味線を弾いてくれました。
2歳の幼児もいたので、大変かなと思っていましたが、それでも楽しめました。
本当に、お天気が良かったら、竹富島をゆっくり散策したかったですが、早めのフェリーで帰ったのが残念です。お昼も、お弁当の中身の説明などがあって、とても解りやすかったです。

The waves were calm, so I was glad I didn't get seasick. The Nakagawa Mangrove Cruise was enjoyable because the weather was nice. It was a spectacular sight to see nearly ten water buffalo carts lined up for transport on a busy day at Yubu Island. I was also happy to see the Deigo flowers on Taketomi Island.

波が穏やかで船酔いせずによかったです。
仲間川マングローブクルーズは天気が良かったので、気持ちよく楽しめました。
由布島ではお客さんが多い日だったので移動の水牛車が10台近く連なっている景色は壮観でしたw
竹富島ではデイゴの花をみれてよかったです。

I was able to hear various local stories while on the move, which was very helpful for my travels from the second day onward. The acerola juice we stopped for was delicious. I also appreciated the unexpected city tour that wasn't part of the plan, allowing for some unplanned sightseeing.

移動中に現地のいろいろな話を聞けて、2日目以降の旅行ですごくためになりました。
途中で寄っていただいたアセロラジュースおいしかったです。
予定になかった市内案内もしていただき予定外の観光ができよかったです。

I discovered coconut crabs for the first time at the Coconut Club! The guide provided a lot of explanations, and I was able to see both the coconut crabs and sea snakes! Above all, the stars were beautiful, and even though it was winter, the Milky Way was clearly visible!

ココナッツクラブ、ヤシガニを初めて発見！ガイドさんの説明もたくさんしていただき、ヤシガニや、ウミヘビも見れました！
なんといっても星が綺麗で、冬なのに天の川がくっきりと見えました！

The fish are close by.
The coral is beautiful.
The sea turtles don't escape.
The ocean is incredibly beautiful.
It truly became a wonderful memory!
The Blue Cave had a mystical color that mixed blue and green!

魚と距離が近い。
珊瑚が綺麗。
ウミガメが逃げない。
海がものすごく綺麗。
本当にいい思い出になりました！
青の洞窟は、青と緑色が混ざった様な色で、神秘的でした！

I found a tour that goes to the three islands of Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island, which is quite rare. I searched on Veltra, which I've used several times before, and... there it was! Although it felt a bit rushed, the guide's stories were enjoyable, and I was very satisfied with the tour.

西表島、由布島、竹富島３島行けるツアーがなかなか無く 何度か使ってるベルトラさんで探したら‥ありました！
駆け足で巡った感はありますが、ガイドさんのお話も楽しく すごく満足したツアーでした

It was my first time canoeing, and I was able to paddle quite a distance on my own while thoroughly enjoying nature. The guide provided excellent support, so I felt safe and had a great time. It was an experience that would have been impossible to do alone, and I had so much fun. Ishigaki Island is truly beautiful, and I definitely want to go back. Thank you very much.

初めてのカヌーでしたが、結構な距離を自力で移動させてもらい、たっぷり自然を満喫できました。ガイドさんもしっかりフォローしてくださってたので安心して楽しめました。自分たちだけでは絶対無理な体験をさせてもらって、とても楽しかったです。本当にきれいなものがいっぱいで石垣島サイコーです。また、行きたいです。
ありがとうございました。

I went to Ishigaki Island to enjoy the blue sea and starry sky, but unfortunately, it was cloudy and rainy for all four days. I was looking forward to snorkeling, and although we made it to the location, it was canceled. It was disappointing, but I appreciated that they had prepared well for us to enter the sea, and I gained more trust in them for making the decision to cancel without hesitation for safety reasons. Thank you to the staff who provided helpful information and entertained us with games on the way there and back. I will definitely come back for a revenge trip. I look forward to seeing you again then.

青い海と星空を目的に石垣島に行きましたが、残念ながら4日間とも曇りと雨😭
楽しみにしていたシュノーケリングは現地まで行きましたが、中止に。残念でしたが、海に入れるようにしっかり準備してくださってたのに、安全の為に躊躇なく中止の決断されたことに、むしろ信頼できると好感度アップでした。行き帰りお役立ち情報やゲームで楽しませてくれたスタッフさん、ありがとうございました。必ずリベンジに行きます。その時はまた、よろしくお願いします。

I wanted to enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island, so I signed up for SUP and snorkeling. Unfortunately, the weather didn't turn out to be the clear skies I had hoped for, but thanks to our guide and everyone else in the same team, I had a very enjoyable and wonderful day.

During the morning SUP experience, we had a very cheerful guide, and my wife, daughter, and the other participants were all smiles. SUP surrounded by the mangroves and banyan trees in the great outdoors was fantastic.

In the afternoon, we went snorkeling. Although it was cloudy, the underwater scenery was more beautiful than I had imagined, and the guide was very thorough and kind in his explanations, allowing us to fully enjoy the waters of Ishigaki. Additionally, the guide shared recommendations for delicious places to eat, which was very helpful.

石垣島の自然を楽しみたかったので、SUPとシュノーケリングにエントリーしました。
天候は、残念ながら期待していた快晴とまではならなかったのですが、ガイドさんや、同じチームで参加された皆さんのお陰で、とても楽しく素敵な1日を過ごすことができました。
午前中のSUP体験ではとてもオモシロ陽気なガイドさんがついてくれて、妻も娘も他の参加者もずっと笑顔でした。マングローブやガジュマルの木に囲まれた大自然の中でのSUPは最高でした。
午後からはシュノーケリング。天気はくもりだったのですが、海の中は想像以上に美しく、ガイドさんもとても丁寧で親切に説明してくれるので、石垣の海を満喫する事ができました。
また、ガイドさんは美味しいお店など石垣の楽しみかたも教えてくれて参考になりました。

The tour included coconut crabs, beach strolls, stargazing, and jungle experiences. The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and both adults and children were very satisfied!

ヤシガニ、海辺散策、星空、ジャングル体験、ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく大人、子供も大満足のツアーでした！

You receive a colored sticker and, after an explanation, you go on a tour individually. One hour on Taketomi Island is short. There isn't much star sand, so it would have been nice to have a little more time to see it, not just from the car window at the next beach, but also to have 5 minutes to take photos.

色のシールが渡され、説明を受けて各自が周るツアーです。竹富島のいち時間は短い。星の砂はあまりないので少し見るだけで次の浜辺の車窓からだけでなく、写真を撮る時間5分でもあると良かったです。

I was taken to the Blue Cave by Pipi!
I have participated in snorkeling in Ishigaki several times, but this time I was lucky enough to encounter a sea turtle!

I was able to see many colorful fish, and I am very satisfied!
They also carefully teach you how to use the fins and mask, so I think it's reassuring for first-timers!

ピピさんに青の洞窟に連れて行ってもらいました！
石垣のシュノーケリングには何度か参加したことがありますが、今回は運良くウミガメにも出会うことができました！

カラフルなお魚もたくさん見ることができ大満足です！
フィンやマスクの使い方も丁寧に教えていただけるので初めての方でも安心だと思います！

I participated in a night tour in Ishigaki Island! I had heard that it’s often hard to have clear skies during this season, but I was lucky enough to see the starry sky! Additionally, I was able to encounter many creatures, and the guide was very thorough in his introductions, which made it enjoyable! You can also rent rubber boots, so it felt safe and secure! I’ll definitely ask for this again when I go to Ishigaki Island!

石垣島で夜のツアーに参加しました！
この時期はなかなか晴れにくいと聞いていましたが、運良く星空を見ることができました！
また、たくさんの生き物と出会うことができ、ガイドのお兄さんが丁寧に紹介してくれたので楽しむことができました！
長靴もレンタルできるので、安心安全でした！
また石垣島に行く際にはお願いします！

My trip to Ishigaki Island in February was quite cold, but I enjoyed the cruise in Iriomote Island, which had measures in place for wind and rain.

The water buffalo experience on Yubu Island and cycling on Taketomi Island were also included, making for a very efficient sightseeing experience.

2月の石垣島という、かなり寒い中での旅行となりましたが、西表島でのクルーズも防風雨対策もされていて、楽しめました。

由布島への水牛体験、竹富島でのサイクリングも含め、とても効率的に観光できました。

When we arrived at Taketomi Port, a shuttle microbus was waiting for us right by the side. Getting onto the ox cart was smooth as well. Due to our schedule, we chose a shorter course, but we were able to enjoy the atmosphere sufficiently. Since we had some time before the return boat, we walked towards the port while exploring the town. There is also a shuttle bus service for the return trip, so I think it's reassuring for those with mobility issues.

竹富港に着くと送迎のマイクロバスが横付けで迎えに来てくれてます。
牛車乗込みまでもスムーズでした。スケジュールの関係で短めのコースを選びましたが、十分雰囲気を味わいました。帰りの船まで多少時間がとれるので、町中を散策しながら徒歩で港に向かいました。帰りも送迎バスの運行があるので、足の悪い方も安心だと思います。

I really thought there are fish in the ocean. It was amazing to see colorful fish swimming right in front of me! The water was a bit cold, so I want to come back when it's warmer.

本当に海って魚いるんだなって思いました。
色鮮やかな魚が目の前で泳いでて凄く不思議でした!!
水が少し冷たかったのでまた温かいときに来たいです。

Unfortunately, I didn't get to see the coconut crab that I was looking forward to this time, but I enjoyed seeing the starry sky, which is hard to find in the city⭐︎

We walked through a jungle-like area, and the kids were thrilled. It was cold, so we didn't encounter many creatures, but thanks to our guide, we had a great time (^ - ^)

I learned a lot about creatures, plants, and how to photograph the starry sky, which was very educational.

I'll definitely try again!!
I will see the coconut crab!!!

Akari, let's meet again~(^^)

今回、残念ながら楽しみにしていたヤシガニには出会えませんでしたが、都会ではなかなか見ることのできない星空が見られ楽しかったです⭐︎

ジャングルのような所を歩いて行くので子供は大喜び、寒くてあまり生き物には出会えませんでしたが、ガイドさんのおかげで楽しく過ごす事ができました(^-^)

生き物や植物、星空の撮り方など色んな事を教えていただきとても勉強になりました。

またリベンジするぞ〜！！
ヤシガニ見るぞ！！！

アカリさんまたお会いしましょう〜(^^)

The water buffalo named Aapa took nearly 20 people on a tour of Taketomi Island. The guide's stories and the performance of the sanshin were great too! ☺

水牛のアーパーくん、20人近くを乗せて、竹富島を案内してくれました。ガイドさんのお話、三線の弾き語りもよかったです☺

I participated in mid-March. Although it rained heavily in the evening, it stopped by the time the tour started, and I was able to join without any issues. When I asked about the probability of encountering coconut crabs during the trip, the response was somewhat low, but in the end, we encountered coconut crabs multiple times, and I was able to see almost everything I wanted, including land hermit crabs and scorpions. We walked through the jungle to the coast, and they provided explanations about the plants and terrain. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the starry sky, so I would like to participate again if I have the chance.

　3月中旬に参加しました。
夕方に運転が難しいほどの雨が降りましたがツアー開始時には雨も上がり無事に参加できました。移動中に本日のヤシガニとの遭遇確率を質問したところやや低めの回答でしたが、結果としてヤシガニも何度も遭遇し、他にもオカヤドカリやサソリモドキなど見たいものはほぼ見れました。ジャングルを抜けて海岸まで歩き、植物や地形の説明もしてくれます。残念ながら星空を見ることが出来ませんでしたので、機会があればまた参加したいと思います。

I participated during a rainy day in mid-March. The weather forecast the day before had issued a strong wind and wave warning, but I was able to join without any issues.

In the morning, I challenged myself with mangrove stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). I was worried about the wind, but the mangrove forest acted as a windbreak, allowing me to enjoy the unique scenery of the tropics with minimal impact. I didn't feel much cold while moving my body; in fact, I felt that a bit of chill made it even more enjoyable.

In the afternoon, we were supposed to go snorkeling, but the originally booked location was canceled due to bad weather, and we participated at a different spot. They called the day before to ask if I wanted to cancel or join at another location. Although it was drizzling and windy at times, once I put on the wetsuit they provided and entered the sea, I quickly got used to the initial coldness and thereafter enjoyed the colorful tropical fish and coral reefs without feeling cold.

There were also participants who couldn't swim, but they were able to enjoy themselves by holding onto the float that the guide was pulling. The guides were very clear with their instructions and provided information about Ishigaki Island during our travels, which made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy the experience.

If I have the opportunity to visit again, I would definitely want to participate once more, and I highly recommend it to anyone considering joining.

3月中旬の雨天時の参加でした。
前日の天気予報では強風波浪注意報が出ていましたが無事に参加出来ました。
　午前中はマングローブSUPに挑戦し、風が心配でしたがマングローブ林が防風林となってほとんど影響を受けずに南国特有の景色を楽しむことが出来ました。身体を動かすため寒さもあまり感じず、むしろ寒いぐらいの方が楽しめるように感じました。
　午後はシュノーケリングでしたが、本来予約していた場所が荒天のため中止となり、別の場所での参加となりました。前日に電話連絡があり、キャンセルか別の場所での参加かを聞いてくれました。時折振りつける小雨と風の中での参加となりましたが、準備いただいたウェットスーツを着て海に入ると最初の冷たさも直ぐに慣れ、以降は寒さも感じずカラフルな熱帯魚と
サンゴ礁を堪能できました。
　泳げない方も参加されて居ましたが、ガイドの引っ張るフロートに掴まって皆と同じように楽しんでおられました。
　ガイドの皆さんも大きな声で注意事項もわかりやすく、移動中もアクティビティ以外の石垣島情報まで丁寧に教えてくださり、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。
　もし次回来島することがあれば必ずまた参加したいと思いますし、検討中の方は是非参加することをお勧めします。

The weather was nice, and the Iriomote Island cruise, along with the water buffalo to Yufu Island, was a smooth tour with no waiting time at all! The lunch was delicious. I definitely recommend it!

天気もよく、西表島クルーズ、水牛〜由布島
待ち時間もなく、全てスムーズなツアーでした！
お弁当も美味しかった
絶対オススメです！

The weather was nice, and I was able to efficiently cover the highlights while having a great time. The guide was very enjoyable, providing detailed explanations and attentive service, which was excellent. It became a wonderful memory.

お天気も良く、とても効率的に見どころをおさえて、楽しく参加させて頂けました。ガイドさんは、とても楽しく、詳しい説明と丁寧な対応でとても良かったです。良い思い出になりました。

The guide was very polite and provided detailed explanations, and we were blessed with good weather, which made the experience very enjoyable. We toured the island and had a fulfilling day filled with highlights.

ガイドさんがとても、丁寧で詳しい説明をして下さり、お天気にも恵まれとても楽しむことが出来ました。島を巡り、充実した1日を過ごすことが出来、見どころ満載でした。

I signed up for a tour on the afternoon of the day I arrived. I took a direct bus from the airport to the terminal, where I was able to check my luggage, and on the way back, I was taken to my hotel. Unfortunately, it was a day with light rain, but I enjoyed my experience on Taketomi Island enough for my first visit. If I go again, I would like to take my time sightseeing more.

着いた日の午後のツアーに申し込みました。空港からバスで直行ターミナルに直行し、荷物を預かってもらい、帰りはホテルまで送ってもらえました。
あいにく小雨がぱらつく日でしたが、初めての竹富島での体験としては十分楽しめました。次回行くことがあれば、もっとゆっくり観光したいと思います。

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