All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

Snorkeling in the crystal-clear sea was amazing. The staff were very kind and accommodating, and overall, I am extremely satisfied!

透き通った海でのシュノーケリングは最高でした。
スタッフさんとても優しく対応してくださり、総じて大満足です！

I was worried about the weather on the day, but the local driver and the ox cart guide were very friendly, and it turned out to be a fun day.

当日は天気が悪くどうなるか？と思いましたが　現地のドライバーさん、牛車のガイドさん　大変気さくで楽しい一日になりました。

Extraordinary. Time flows slowly. Everything was fantastic.
The scenery of Taketomi Island is unique to Taketomi Island. I wouldn't have known that such views cannot be seen on Ishigaki Island unless I went there.

非日常。ゆっくりと流れる時間。全てがサイコーでした。
竹富島の風景は竹富島独自のものなんですね。石垣島であの風景は見られないと、行かなければわからないままでした。

My first time on Iriomote Island. Unfortunately, the weather was not great, but since I had signed up for a tour, I was able to enjoy a visit to Yubu Island to see the mangroves without any worries.

初めての西表島。あいにくの天気でしたがツアーに申込んでいたので、由布島にマングローブ見学に、安心して楽しめました。

I was very satisfied with my trip to the three islands: Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island, as I was able to do everything I wanted. I read on other sites that the food wasn't good, but I found it quite tasty. The guide on the cruise in Iriomote Island was entertaining, and I was able to take cute photos with the water buffalo on Yubu Island. I also rode a water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island, but the conversations with the guide, the shamisen music, and the scenery were completely different, making each experience enjoyable. Since I had planned my route in advance with a rental bicycle, I was able to efficiently explore the entire island.

西表島、由布島、竹富島と3島めぐりで全てやりたい事ができて大満足です。他サイトで食事が美味しくなかったと書かれていましたが、私には十分美味しかったです。西表島のクルージングでお兄さんのガイドが面白く、由布島でかわいい水牛との写真が撮れました。竹富島でも水牛車に乗りましたが、ガイドさんの会話・三味線や風景が全く違うので、それぞれ楽しかったです。レンタルサイクルで予めルートを決めていたので、効率よく島全体を周る事ができました。

Unfortunately, the blue cave snorkeling was canceled due to the weather, and we had to change to a snorkeling plan in Osaki, but both the morning mangrove canoeing & SUP and the afternoon snorkeling were fantastic and thoroughly enjoyable! The instructor was kind and easy to talk to, which was very helpful! I was healed by the nature of Okinawa, and it turned out to be a fulfilling day!

青の洞窟シュノーケリングは残念ながら天候により中止になってしまい大崎でのシュノーケリングのプランに変更となってしまいましたが、午前中のマングローブカヌー＆SUP、そして午後のシュノーケリング両方とも大満喫できて最高でした！！インストラクターの方も親切で話しやすくて助かりました！
沖縄の自然に癒されて充実の一日になりました！

Due to strong winds, we couldn't go to the originally planned location, but we still had a great time. The instructor takes photos at key moments, so participants can just enjoy the experience! It was a bit cold, but you can still fully enjoy marine activities even in winter.

強風のため、当初予定していた場所には行けませんでしたが、それでも十分に楽しめました。インストラクターさんが要所で写真を撮ってくれるので、参加者はただその場を楽しめばｏｋ！　ちょっと寒いけど、冬でもマリンアクティビティーを満喫できます。

You can efficiently visit three islands in one day. The mangrove tour, water buffalo cart ride, and cycling on Taketomi Island were all enjoyable. There was also hotel pickup, which made transportation easy. Thank you for a wonderful time.

１日で効率よく3島まわれます。マングローブ遊覧、水牛車、竹富島でのサイクリング、どれも楽しかったです。ホテル送迎もあったので楽に移動が出来ました。楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

I was very worried about the rain since yesterday, but contrary to my worries, the sun came out and it was clear! There was some wind and it was a bit chilly, but under the enthusiastic explanation of our guide, we had so much fun that it blew away the cold! Canoeing under the mangroves allowed us to see caves and explore places that are not easily accessible, and it was a lot of fun!

昨日からの雨の影響で、とても心配でしたが心配とは裏腹に太陽も出て晴れました！
風はあり少し肌寒かったですが、ガイドさんの熱心な解説のもと寒さを吹き飛ばすくらい楽しかったです！
マングローブの下に潜ったら洞窟を見たりとなかなか見れない場所をカヌーで巡れてとても楽しかったです！

I participated with my first-grade child. The instructor was very friendly, cheerful, and kind, and my child quickly warmed up to them.

My child, who has four years of swimming experience, was worried because it was their first time snorkeling and going to a place in the ocean where they couldn't touch the bottom. However, the instructor kept a close eye on them, and at times, they held my child to help them breathe through their nose and take breaks. With the presence of a float, my child felt secure. Thanks to that, I was also able to enjoy snorkeling!

This is a tour I can recommend for families with children!

On the way back, the instructor also shared recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing spots, which was very helpful.

My child became a big fan of the instructor, so we will definitely participate again next time!

小学校１年生の子どもと参加しました。
インストラクターさんはとても気さくで明るくまた優しくしてくださり、子どももすぐに懐いていました。

子ども(スイミング歴4年)はシュノーケリングが初めて且つ海で足のつかないところに行くのは初めてだったので心配していましたが、インストラクターさんがしっかりと見ていてくださり途中で何度も鼻呼吸ができるように抱き抱えて休憩させてくださったり、浮き輪もあったので安心できました。
お陰様で私もシュノーケリングを楽しむことができました！！

子連れの方にもおすすめできるツアーです！！

帰りの車内ではオススメのご飯屋さんやオススメの観光スポットなども教えてくださり、ありがたかったです。

子どもはインストラクターのお姉さんが大のお気に入りになったので、次回も必ず参加させていただきます！！

The guide's explanations were interesting and enjoyable, making for a quick yet content-rich day. I was worried about the restrooms, but there were plenty on the high-speed boat, at the port, and a few others, which was reassuring. We opted for a bus tour on Taketomi Island, and that was the right choice. Since we had to take an unfamiliar boat and there was a lot of moving around from the morning, it allowed us to enjoy without feeling rushed. If I have the chance again, I would like to take my time exploring each island.

ガイドさんの説明が興味深く、楽しいのであっという間の、しかし内容の濃い一日でした。
トイレが心配でしたが高速船内、港や他にもいくつかあり安心でした。
竹富島ではバス観光にしましたが正解でした。朝からなれない船に乗ったり移動が多かったので無理なく楽しめました。
また機会があれば今度は一つ一つの島をゆっくり見てみたい。

I had a great time even with the afternoon flight. Since the cycling is available for a full day rental, I think it's necessary to go in the morning. However, if that's not possible, you can still enjoy a lovely tour by walking around the island or participating in a cart tour.

お昼着の便でも十分楽しめました。
サイクリングは1日レンタルなので、午前から行く必要があるかと思いますが
そうでないなら、島内を徒歩で散歩・牛車ツアー参加ができるので
十分楽しめる素敵なツアーだと思います。

Due to the waves, we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, so we were taken to Ohsaki Beach. During the car ride, the guide shared recommendations for shops and chatted with us, making the journey feel quick. After putting on our wetsuits, we entered the sea. I was a bit anxious since it was my first time snorkeling, but the beauty of the underwater world blew away my worries. I was amazed by the colorful fish and corals. The guide showed us sea snakes and sea cucumbers, and we were lucky enough to see a sea turtle, which made me very satisfied.

波の影響で青の洞窟には行けなかったので、大崎ビーチに連れて行って頂きました。
車中ではガイドさんがおすすめのお店など教えてくれたりと楽しくお話してくださりあっという間に到着、ウェットスーツを着用して海の中へ、
初めてのシュノーケリングで少し不安でしたが、そんな不安も吹っ飛ぶ美しさで、色とりどりの魚やサンゴに感動しました。
ガイドさんがウミヘビやなまこを見せてくれて
運良くウミガメにも会え大満足でした。

It was great that there was no wasted time, and it wasn't a hard schedule either, so I was able to enjoy myself. The river journey in Iriomote Island was a bit disappointing because the water wasn't clear, but it still became a good memory.

無駄な時間がなく、かと言って、ハードなスケジュールでもなく、
楽しめたのは良かったです。
西表島の川旅は、水が綺麗でなく、少しガッカリ
それも含めて良い想い出になりました。

I was prepared for insect bites and was able to participate in the jungle night tour without being bitten by mosquitoes, which was reassuring. Although it was not easy to find coconut crabs, I was thrilled when I saw several of them. Watching the starry sky on the coast was also a precious experience. Unlike in the city, the stars are beautifully visible when it gets dark. I would like to participate again when I find the opportunity.

虫刺されが準備されており、蚊などにも刺されず、安心してジャングルナイトツアーに参加できました。ヤシガニは簡単に見つかりませんでしたが、何匹もヤシガニを見れたときは感動しました。海岸で星空を見るのも貴重な体験でした。都会とは異なり、暗闇になると星空が綺麗にみられます。また機会を見つけて参加したいです。

It was my first time participating in a tour alone, but perhaps because it was the day after the Ishigaki Marathon, there were many solo participants, and I had a great time. I was glad to be able to efficiently visit tourist spots that I wouldn't have been able to reach without renting a car.

初めての一人参加のツアーでしたが、石垣マラソンの翌日のためか一人参加のかたも多く楽しめました。レンタカーを借りないのでなかなか行けない観光地に効率的に行けて良かったです。

I participated because I wanted to see the starry sky. On the day of the event, it was cloudy, and I thought there might be only a 10% chance of seeing the stars, but luckily, the clouds cleared, and I was able to see shooting stars!

As we moved through nature (almost a jungle) with just one flashlight, there was a nice thrill, and I felt like an explorer. It seems that in summer, there are more active creatures to see, but even in winter, I was able to discover about five different types.

It was fun to line up with all the participants and search for creatures while shining our lights around.

星空が見たくて参加しました。当日は曇り、星空指数10%で見えないかも、と思っていましたが、運良く雲が流れ流れ星も見ることができました！
自然の中（ほぼジャングル）を懐中電灯１つで進んでいくので、程よいスリルもあり探検家気分を味わえます。冬よりも夏の方が生き物が活発になってたくさん見れるそうですが、冬でも5種類ほど発見することができました。
参加者みんなで一列に並び、あちこちを照らしながら生き物を探し、楽しかったです。

It was a cold day, so I couldn't meet the coconut crab, but when I looked up at the sky, countless stars were shining. I was overwhelmed by the number of stars that can't be seen in the city; it was an amazing experience. The sheer number of stars made me feel like I was on a jungle adventure, creating memories that I had never experienced before.

This time I came with friends, but I want my family to enjoy this experience when we visit Ishigaki Island again.

寒い日だったのでヤシガニと会うことは出来ませんでしたが、空を見上げてみると無数の星が輝いていました。街では見られない星の数に圧倒され、とても最高な経験でした。都会では見れない星の数に感動でジャングル探検みたいな感じも味わったことのない経験で、かなりの思い出になりました。
今回は友達と来たので、家族で再び石垣島に来た際には家族にも味わってもらいたい経験でした。

I participated with my 3-year-old and 5-year-old children. It was nighttime and drizzling lightly. The kids wore thin long sleeves and raincoats, while the adults wore thin long sleeves with ultra-light down jackets and a thicker long-sleeve sweatshirt. Since we were in Okinawa, I thought it would be fine to dress a bit lighter as we would warm up while walking. By the way, the guide's shorts had an incredibly cute pattern.

Although the weather was bad and we couldn't see the stars, we were still able to discover many animals and plants, which made for a high overall satisfaction. There are limited activities available for a 3-year-old, but I recommend this tour. However, I think it would be tough to carry them, so it's best if they can walk on their own or have a baby carrier.

3歳と5歳の子ども連れで参加しました。夜で小雨も降っていました。子どもは薄めの長袖にレインコート、大人は薄めの長袖にウルトラライトダウン、厚めの長袖トレーナー1枚で参加しました。沖縄ですし、歩いて温かくなるので気持ち薄手の恰好で良いかと思います。ちなみに案内役のお兄さんの半ズボンがめちゃくちゃかわいい柄でした。
天候が悪く星は見ることができませんでしたが、それでも動物・植物をたくさん発見できて全体的に満足度が高かったです。3歳だと参加できるアクティビティが限られますがこのツアーはオススメです。ただし抱っこしながらはしんどいと思うので、自力で歩いてもらうか、抱っこ紐必須だと思います。

It was drizzling, and we couldn't see the stars, but that allowed us to thoroughly explore the jungle for creatures during the tour. On the shuttle bus heading to the jungle, the guide provided a lot of explanations, making the time spent very exciting.

Although it was winter and creatures are not very active during this season, we ended up encountering about ten different species, and both children and adults were very satisfied. Our 3-year-old, who usually doesn't walk much and asks to be carried, surprisingly wanted to walk on their own and went on the exploration.

小雨が降っていて星は見えませんでしたが、そのぶんジャングルで生き物をじっくり探すツアーができました。ツアーを行うジャングルに向かうまでの送迎バスの中でもお兄さんがたくさん解説してくださり、わくわくしながら時間を過ごせました。
冬で生き物があまり活発ではない時期とのことでしたが、結果10種類くらいの生き物に出会うことができ、子どもも大人も大満足でした。
我が家の3歳は普段自分であまり歩かず抱っこをせがむのですが、珍しく自分で歩きたいと言って探検していました。

It was a windy and cold day, so unfortunately, I couldn't see the coconut crabs, but the clouds were blown away by the wind, revealing the best starry sky. I might have enjoyed it even more if I had studied the winter constellations beforehand. I want to participate in a different season next time!

風も強く寒い日だったので、残念ながらヤシガニには会えませんでしたが、雲が風に流され、最高の星空がみえました。冬の星座を予習してから参加すればもっと楽しめたかもしれません。
今度は違う季節に参加したいです！

When I moved from Ishigaki City to the western tip of the island, I was able to see the starry sky on a cloudy day with light rain at the beach! It's indeed difficult to see coconut crabs in winter, but I had no regrets as I could observe them up close at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. The energetic guide who introduced us to various spots from the forest to the beach was also well-received. ^^

石垣市内から島の西先端に移動したら、曇りに小雨だったな日にもビーチで星空を見えました！
ヤシガニを冬で見るのはやはり難しいですが、美ら海海洋博公園で近距離での観察が出来ますので、とくに悔いはなし。
森林からビーチまで色々紹介してくれた元気なガイドさんも好評です^^

It was supposed to rain, but surprisingly, the clouds held off. Although it was slower than walking, I applaud the water buffalo for their effort. I encountered a kingfisher in the mangroves, which made for a very enjoyable time. Finally, we visited Taketomi Island. It was full of old-fashioned charm, and I was able to savor the good old days. I would love to come back again.

雨予報でしたが、なんと雲でもってくれました。時間的には、徒歩より遅いですが、水牛のがんばりに、拍手👏。マングローブでは、カワセミに遭遇。ととても楽しい時間でした。最後は、竹富島。昔の雰囲気がいっぱいで、古き良き時代を満喫できました。再度来たいと思います。

In January, the skies over Ishigaki Island are always thick with clouds, making it unsuitable for stargazing compared to the mainland. However, even without seeing the stars, I was able to deepen my understanding of the Ishigaki Island ecosystem through the creatures and plants I encountered during my jungle exploration. On the other hand, I was worried that the cold wave approaching would prevent the coconut crabs from coming out, but unexpectedly, I was lucky enough to see one. During my previous trip to Amami Oshima, I only encountered hermit crabs, so this time I was very satisfied.

1月の石垣島上空は常に雲が厚く、本土より天体観測には不向きですが、星空見えなくてもジャングル探検の途中で出会った生き物と植物で、石垣島生態系に対する理解を深められました。一方あいにく寒波が近寄ってきて寒さのあまりでヤシガニが外に出てくれないだろうと思ってたんですけど、予想外に1体見れてラッキーでした。前奄美大島旅した時はヤドカリとしか出会えなかったので今回は大満足でした。

The midnight jungle tour was filled with excitement that you can't experience normally, and I encountered many creatures that you wouldn't find on Honshu. The night sky was so full of stars that I couldn't even tell which constellations were which, and it was truly moving. The tour guide was wonderful as well.

夜中のジャングルツアーは普段味わえないワクワクがあり、本州では出会えない生き物とたくさん遭遇できました。
夜空も何がどの星座か分からないぐらい星がありすぎて感動しました。
ツアーのガイドさんも素敵でした。

It's quite challenging to arrange everything on your own, but being able to leave it all to someone else is really helpful. I highly recommend this for those who want to visit various places and see different sights, even if it's a bit rushed! The transportation to and from the hotel and experience locations is very thorough! The bus driver on Iriomote Island was also very entertaining. I have difficulty walking and used a cane, but they were very considerate about the seating, and I was extremely satisfied.

個人で手配すると大変ですが全てお任せ出来るのがとても助かります。少し駆け足ですが色々な所を回りたい、見たい人には凄くおすすめです！ホテルまでの送迎や体験場所までの送迎もついて至れり尽くせりです！西表島のバスの運転手さんの話も面白かったです。足が悪く杖をついていましたが、座席なども気を使って頂いて大満足でした。

First of all, the bus driver who guided us around Iriomote Island was very good at explaining things, which was great. The water buffalo cart to Yufu Island was also nice because we could listen to live sanshin music. However, I felt that we had a bit too much free time on Yufu Island itself. After that, we had the Nakama River mangrove tour, but I think it would have been more enjoyable to reverse the order, shorten the time on Yufu Island, and extend the time on Taketomi Island.

先ず、西表島は島内移動バスの運転手さんのガイドは説明が上手く、良かったです。
由布島への水牛車も、三線生歌を聞けて良かったです。
ただ、由布島自体は少し時間を持て余す感じでした。
その後、仲間川マングローブツアーでしたが、順番は逆にして由布島も短くして、
竹富島の時間を長くした方が楽しめる気がしました。

It's a completely different world from the main island! Each island is totally different. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. I chose to explore Taketomi freely, but getting around was inconvenient. Next time, I would like to rent a bicycle.

とにかく本島とは別世界！
島ごとにぜんぜん違います。
とにかく素敵な体験ができました。
竹富はフリー散策にしたのですが、移動が不便でした。次回は、自転車を借りたいと思いました。

It was a relaxing and heartwarming day trip. After arriving at Iriomote Island, the bus driver who took us from the port to Yufu Island entertained us with witty talk, filling the vehicle with laughter and smiles. Additionally, the water buffalo pulling the cart to Yufu Island had names, and we were introduced to their personalities, which was delightful.

On Taketomi Island, there are options for transportation such as rental bicycles and carts, but walking slowly allowed us to make many small discoveries. The sight of the water buffalo cart moving leisurely along the alleys surrounded by coral stone walls and flowers will remain a cherished memory of Taketomi Island.

のんびり、ほっこりできた日帰りツアーでした。
西表島に到着後、港から由布島までの移動でお世話になったバスドライバーの軽妙なトークで、車内は笑いと笑顔で満たされました。また、由布島までのんびりと牛車を引っ張る水牛くんには名前がついており、それぞれの性格まで紹介して頂き、ほっこりしました。
竹富島での移動にはレンタサイクルや牛車などがありますが、徒歩でゆっくり巡ったお陰で沢山の小さな発見がありました。珊瑚の石垣と花に囲まれた路地を歩きながら見た、水牛の牛車がのんびりと移動する様子は、竹富島の良い思い出として心に残りました。

When I participated, there was only the Jungle Night Tour. The guide shared stories about Ishigaki Island and taught us a lot about the local wildlife, which was very educational. It was fun to search for coconut crabs while shining a light up on the cliffs, as they were said to be located higher up. The tour lasted about an hour, and I was able to observe many creatures that I can't see in Honshu, which was really enjoyable. There was also a foreign couple participating, and the guide explained things in simple English, so it seemed like they were having a good time as well.

参加した時はジャングルナイトツアーのみだった。ガイドさんが石垣島についての話や、生き物の知識を教えてくれて大変勉強になった。ヤシガニが岩壁の上の方にいるとのことで、ライトで上の方を照らしながら探すのが楽しかった。1時間ほどのツアーだったが、本州では見られない生き物をたくさん観察できてとても楽しかった。外国人カップルも参加していたが、ガイドさんが簡単な英語で説明しており、本人たちも楽しめていたように感じた。