All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The mangrove cruise was disappointing because we couldn't go upstream due to low tide, but it was nice to have various explanations about the types of mangroves.

I enjoyed riding the water buffalo cart, feeling the sea breeze while listening to the stories from the guide and the sound of the sanshin, which made for a relaxing time.

On Taketomi Island, I rode a bicycle to enjoy the island's scenery and ended up getting caught up in searching for star sand.

The only downside was that at Yubu Island, during the typical tourist photo opportunity, we had to wait a long time in the intense sunlight with poor ventilation and no shade. I think photo sessions should be limited to those who want to take pictures. After lunch, we had less than 30 minutes for sightseeing, so I felt that the time spent waiting was a waste. It was disappointing to not have enough time to see the places I wanted to visit on the island.

マングローブクルーズは干潮時に当たった為、上流の方まで行けなくて残念でしたが、マングローブの種類など色々説明があって良かったです。
水牛が一生懸命引いてくれる水牛車に乗り、海風を感じながら、おじさんの話や三線を聞き、のんびりした時間が過ごせました。
竹富島では自転車で島の景色を見ながら回って歩き、最後は星砂探しに夢中になってしまいました。
ただ一つ残念だったのは、由布島で観光地に良くある記念撮影の時に強烈な日差しの中、風通しも悪く日陰もない中を長々と待たされた事です。写真撮影は撮りたい人だけにした方がいいと思います。昼食を食べた後、観光する時間が30分もなかったので、あの待たされた時間がもったいなかったと思いました。島を観て回りたくても時間がなく観たい所が見れずに終わってしまい残念でした。

I finally got to ride a water buffalo and enjoyed the leisurely pace of time on Taketomi Island. The driver also provided a lovely service by singing Okinawan folk songs, which was wonderful. I would love to visit again to see the water buffaloes.

念願の水牛に乗って、竹富島のゆっくり流れる時間を堪能しました。
運転手の方が沖縄民謡歌を歌ってくれるサービスもありとても良かったです。
水牛たちに会いにまた訪れたいです。

On this day, our family happened to be the only participants, but we were welcomed warmly. The female guide was friendly, and we enjoyed clear and entertaining explanations along the way.

Kabayama Bay and Tamatorizaki are breathtaking spots, and I can definitely recommend visiting them when you come to Ishigaki Island.

この日たまたま我々家族のみの参加でしたが、気持ちよく迎え入れて頂きました。
女性ガイドさんも気さくで道中の説明も明瞭かつ愉快なお話しが聞けました。

川平湾、玉取崎等絶景で石垣島に来たら、是非行かれるポイントだと頷けます。

The bus guide's island song was wonderful, and visiting Kabira Bay to see the sea turtles made for an amazing memory. I hadn't planned to tour Ishigaki Island, but I'm glad I signed up. I was lucky to encounter Ms. Gushiken in front of her house. The snacks and juice were delicious!

バスガイドさんの島唄がとても良く川平湾を訪れてウミガメ見れて最高に良い思い出に成りました。石垣島観光はする予定無かったですが申し込んで良かったです。具志堅さんのご自宅前でお姉さんに遭遇できラッキーでした。おやつのお菓子やジュース美味しかった！

Kawapirabay, selected by the Michelin Guide, was a must-visit for me, so on the last day of our trip, the course that allowed us to visit major tourist spots in Ishigaki Island, including Kawapirabay, and drop us off at the airport was very convenient for our family.

There was a bus guide who provided clear explanations, making the experience more memorable than just sightseeing on our own. We also enjoyed the journey as they played the sanshin and sang along.

Not only did we visit Kawapirabay, but we also went to Tamatorizaki Observatory and a wild palm grove, places that are hard to reach individually, creating great memories to wrap up our trip.

Since meals were included, warm dishes were already prepared at the restaurant, allowing us to eat right away without wasting time. Although the sightseeing time at each location was short, it was a very hot summer day, so being able to listen to compact explanations and quickly move to the air-conditioned bus was truly helpful.

ミシュランガイドに選ばれた川平湾は絶対に行っておきたかったので、旅行の最終日に、川平湾を含めた石垣島の主要観光スポットを周って空港で下車できるというコースは、我が家には好都合のコースでした。
ちゃんとバスガイドさんもいらして、いろいろと分かりやすく説明をして下さるので、自分でただ何となく見学するよりも印象に残りますし、三線を弾きながら歌も歌って下さったり道中も楽しめました。
川平湾だけでなく、玉取崎展望台、野生のヤシの群生林など、個人ではなかなか行けない場所にも行けたので、旅行の最後の締めとなるよい思い出になりました。
食事付なので、レストランに行くと既に温かいお料理が用意されていてすぐに食べられて、時間のムダもありません。どの場所も見学時間は短いですが、真夏のかなり暑い日だったので、コンパクトに説明を聞きながら観光し、サッとクーラーのよく効いたバスに乗って移動出来るので本当に助かりました。

We used this service as a family of three. After arriving at the airport at 10:15, we rented a car and headed to the ferry terminal for the islands. The outbound trip was on a small boat, while the return was on a large ship. After arriving at Taketomi Island, we took a bus to the center. After checking in, we waited about 15 minutes. When our name was called, we boarded the water buffalo cart. It was a slow and leisurely ride. Before we knew it, the tour was over. We rented bicycles and visited Nagomi Tower, Nishi Sazaki Bridge, and Kaiji Beach, and then it was time for the last ferry. We had a fulfilling half day from the 13:05 meeting until just past 17:00.

家族３人で利用しました。10:15に空港到着後、レンタカーを借りてから、離島ターミナルへ。
往路は小ぶりな船。復路は大型船でした。竹富島に到着してからバスで中心部へ。受付をして待つこと15分程。名前を呼ばれ水牛車へ。ゆっくり、のんびり廻ります。あっと言う間に周回終了。自転車を借りて、なごみの塔、西桟橋、カイジ浜を廻ったら最終便の時刻。13:05の集合から17時ちょい過ぎまで充実した半日を過ごせます。

I participated on the 12th during my stay from August 11th to 14th. We left early in the morning, and the boat ride was quite rocky, which made both my child and me a bit anxious. I'm glad I took motion sickness medication. The water buffalo I wanted to ride allowed us to leisurely experience the essence of Okinawa. I thought it would have been nice if there were lunch boxes prepared for children.

8月11日〜14日の滞在で、12日に参加しました。
朝早くに出発で、行きの船は朝のせいか結構揺れて私も子供もちょっと不安でした。酔い止め飲んどいて良かったです。乗ってみたかった水牛は、のんびり沖縄らしさを味わえました。お昼ごはんのお弁当？は、子供用の用意とかあれば良かったなぁと思います。

The water buffalo course was a lot of fun, and it was inexpensive, including the ferry. I was surprised that they also offered free luggage storage and a complimentary bus shuttle.

水牛コース楽しかったですかったです、フェリーも込みでお安いです。荷物も無料で預かって下さりバスも無料送迎付きでびっくりしました。

It was my first time in the Yaeyama Islands, and I was glad to be able to explore multiple islands at once. Cycling in the sunshine was fun, but it was hot. Writing a comment longer than 50 characters is tough.

初めての八重山諸島でしたが、まとめて島巡りができて、良かったです。晴れてサイクリングは楽しかったが暑かった。。50文字以上のコメントは厳しいですね。

I had a great time efficiently visiting three remote islands for the first time. I was able to enjoy sightseeing without feeling rushed.

During the ferry ride, I was on the deck, but the wind was quite strong, so it might have been better to sit inside. I was satisfied with exploring Taketomi Island freely by renting a bicycle.

初めての離島を3島を効率よく回れて楽しかったです。時間もせわしないこともなく観光ができました。
移動時間のフェリーではデッキにいたので風がすごすぎるため、中に座った方が良かったかもしれないです。竹富島はレンタサイクルで自由に散策できて満足でした。

This is a tour that both adults and children can enjoy! In the first half, we explored the night jungle, walking around in the dark, discovering bats, and even touching a large coconut crab—an experience you can't have in Tokyo! In the second half, we enjoyed stargazing, learning the names of stars and watching shooting stars, which left both adults and children very satisfied! The guide was knowledgeable about insects and spoke well, so my son said, "I want to see the big brother again!" I plan to request this tour again for our trip to Ishigaki Island next year! Thank you!

大人も子供も楽しめるツアーです！
前半はナイトジャングル散策で暗闇の中を歩き回りコウモリ発見したり、大きなヤシガニを触ってみたり、東京では出来ない経験を満喫！後半は星空観賞で星の名前を教えてもらったり、流れ星をみたりと大人も子供も大満足でした！ガイドしてくださった方が虫に詳しくお話が上手なので息子も「またお兄ちゃんに会いたい！」と言っています！
来年の石垣島旅行でもツアーお願いしようと思います！ありがとうございました

I thought it would be a busier tour, but I was able to take my time and really enjoy the mangroves. The guide's explanations were clear and enjoyable, which was great.

The view from Nishizaki Pier on Taketomi Island, which I've always dreamed of visiting, was just as wonderful as I expected, and I was very satisfied.

The Okinawa zenzai I had on Taketomi Island, with its fluffy ice and brown sugar syrup, was exquisite❣ I had a full day of fun.

もっと忙しいツアーかと思っていましたが、じっくりマングローブを見てきました。ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすく楽しくて良かったです。

憧れの竹富島、西桟橋からの眺めは思っていたとおりの素晴らしさ大満足です。

竹富島で食べた沖縄ぜんざい、フワフワの氷と黒糖シロップがぜんざいと絶妙❣ 1日たっぷり楽しめました

The sightseeing was as I expected. The guide was the only male, but he was a nice person. However, it was a bit disappointing that his speech seemed to be memorized and delivered in a monotonous tone, making it hard to understand, and his voice wasn't very clear. The driver was also pleasant. The meals were good, but they felt like standard set meals that you could find anywhere. They were better than bento boxes. The scenery at Kabira Bay changes with the weather. It might be amazing when the weather is nice.

観光は思って通りでした。
ガイドさんは唯一の男の方でしたが 感じいい方です。ただ喋りが 暗記されたことを 何度もしゃべっているためか、一辺倒のイントネーションで伝わりにくく 声も通らずで聞きずらいのが残念でした。
運転手さんも感じよかったですね。お食事は美味しいというか どこでも食べれる感じの定食です。
お弁当とかよりいいです。
川平湾はお天気で風景が変わりますね。お天気だと最高かも。

The optional tours for the cruise were expensive, so I booked a local tour directly through VELTRA. It was about half the price of similar tours on the ship, making it a great deal. I definitely recommend it for Japanese travelers. However, there is a risk that the ship may not arrive as scheduled. In our case, we arrived 30 minutes late and missed the tour, but we took a taxi and joined the tour midway. The taxi driver was kind and provided us with sightseeing information. Experiences like this are part of the joy of traveling!

クルーズのオプショナルツアーが高いので、現地ツアーをVELTRA経由で直接予約した。船の中の同じようなツアーの半額程度と格安。日本人には絶対お勧め。ただし、船が予定通り着かないケースがあり、これがリスク。我々の場合も予定より到着が30分遅れツアーに間に合わなかったが、タクシーで追いかけ途中から合流した。タクシーの運転手さんが親切で、観光案内をしてくれた。こんなことも旅の醍醐味でしょう！

I rode a water buffalo cart for the first time! This time, I was guided by Yuki, who had a hibiscus flower attached. The water buffaloes, who aren't fond of the heat... thank you for your hard work even on such a hot day! At Hoshi no Suna Beach, I collected a lot of star sand. I also received a souvenir, so I'll keep it together. Next time, I plan to come during a cooler season and take my time exploring the island. Thank you to all the staff at the tourist office for your help in the heat.

水牛車に初めて乗りました！ハイビスカスをつけて貰っていた結くんに今回は案内してもらいましたよ。暑いのが苦手な水牛さんたち・・・こんな暑い日にも、お仕事お疲れ様です！ありがとう！星の砂海岸では、沢山星砂を拾いました。記念品でもいただけたので、一緒に入れておきます。今度は暑く無い時期に来て、ゆっくり島を回ってみようと思います。
観光所のスタッフの皆さんも暑い中、ありがとうございました。

The tour departs at 14:30.
As soon as we arrived at Taketomi Island, we enjoyed a glass-bottom boat (with air conditioning! Apparently, this is the only company that offers it so far). There were no other guests, so we had the boat to ourselves.
After that, we enjoyed a water buffalo cart ride, and the tour ended around 16:15.
It was too hot to feel like going outside, so we waited for the bus to the port in the waiting area (which also had air conditioning).

It was quite a good deal and a lot of fun.

14:30発のツアー。
竹富島に到着してすぐにグラスボート（エアコンあり！今のところこの会社だけだそうです）。他の客はいなくて貸し切りで楽しめました。
その後水牛車を楽しんで、終了は16時15分くらい。
暑すぎて外に出る気にならず、そのまま港へのバスを待機所で待ちました（エアコンあり）。

かなりお得で楽しめました。

On the last night, I joined Pip's night tour after the day tour I had with him! The kids were super excited about the creatures and plants we encountered, and the guide was entertaining, which made it very satisfying! There were also several staff members who spoke English, so the people from Belgium who came with us seemed to be having a great time too! I definitely want to participate in another tour.

最終日の夜、1日ツアーでお世話になったピピさんのナイトツアーに参戦！出てくる生き物や植物に子供達も大興奮でガイドさんも面白くて大満足でした！
英語が話せるスタッフさんも何名かいたので、一緒に来たベルギーの方々も楽しそうにしてました！
また違うツアーに参加したいと思いました。

The price felt like a good deal, and we were able to thoroughly enjoy the streets of Taketomi Island and Kondoi Beach with the water buffalo cart. Next time, it might be nice to have a plan to stay all day.

お値段的にお得感があり、水牛車も竹富島の街並みやコンドイ浜を十二分に楽しめた。
今度は一日中居るプランでも良いかも

I participated alone this time, but they were very considerate towards individuals! The guides were also very kind and even though they seemed busy, they responded with care! This experience made me want to join another tour on a different occasion! I highly recommend it!

今回は一人で参加しましたが、一人の人に対しても配慮のある対応をしてくれました！またガイドの方々もとても優しく忙しそうにしていても丁寧に対応してくれました！また別の機会別のツアーに参加してみたいと思わせていただきました！おススメです！

At first, I was worried about whether it would be okay in the dark, but once the night tour started, I heard the rustling of animals, and it turned out to be a gecko. The sound of the gecko is definitely worth hearing at least once. It became a wonderful tropical night filled with darkness. Thank you, Kobayashi-san.

最初は暗いなか大丈夫かなぁって心配しましたがナイトツアー がはじまってみると、
動物のガサガサと音が鳴り出てきたのは、ヤモリでした。ヤモリの鳴き声は一度聞く価値あります。素晴らしい熱帯夜の暗闇になりました。小林さんありがとうございます。

I had traveled to Ishigaki before, but unfortunately, it was cloudy that time, and I couldn't see the stars at all. So, this time, I participated to make up for that. On the day of the tour, the clouds cleared beautifully, and I was able to experience an extraordinary starry sky that made me realize, "So this is what the night sky looks like in a southern island!" I also understood that the visibility of stars differs greatly between the town center and the outskirts of Ishigaki. If you come to Ishigaki and the weather looks good at night, I definitely recommend going to see the stars!

以前にも石垣へ旅行にきたことがあったのですが、その時はあいにくの曇りで星空がまったく見られなかったので、今回はそのリベンジも兼ねて参加しました。
ツアー当日は雲がきれいに晴れ、これが南の島の星空か！と実感できる格別の星空を見ることができました。
また、石垣でも町中と町外れで全然星の見え方が違ってくるということもよく分かりました。
もし、石垣に来て夜の天気が良さそうだったら、星空を見に行くことをぜひオススメします！

Later, I learned that for lunch, we were taken care of by a sister store on Iriomote Island, and for dinner, we were at the Ishigaki Island location.

I was hesitant to participate due to the unfortunate cloudy weather, but since it was said that there were other attractions besides the starry sky, I thought I might as well join since I had some free time.

The staff member in charge was reassuring, saying, "I can't guarantee we'll see the stars, but if it looks promising, we'll move to the best spot right away and adapt!" Near the end of the tour, there was a moment when the clouds parted, and I was able to enjoy the Milky Way!

The starry sky was, of course, wonderful, but what impressed me the most was the dedication of the staff!

後から知ったのですが、お昼は西表島の姉妹店にお世話になり、夜は石垣島店でお世話になりました。
生憎の曇り空で参加するか迷ったのですが、星空以外も見所があるとの触れ込みだったので、どうせ暇になるぐらいならと参加してみました。
担当していただいたスタッフさんは「星空が観れるか分かりませんが、見れそうならすぐにポイントへ移動して臨機応変にやります！」と心強く、ツアー終了間近で雲が切れる瞬間があり、天の川を堪能できました！
星空ももちろん素晴らしかったですが、一番は一生懸命なスタッフさんに感動しました！

This was my second bus tour on Ishigaki Island.

The weather wasn't great on the day, but we didn't get caught in the rain at all.

I chose the morning tour again because I thought it would be nice to have an interesting guide.

The tour route was as follows:

Gathering at Higashi Transportation Bus Terminal ⇒ Tour of Tōrin-ji Temple (view from the bus) ⇒ Tomb of the Chinese ⇒ Nagura Bay (view from the bus) ⇒ Kabira Park (you can ride a glass-bottom boat for a fee) ⇒ Yamabare Ranch and Poza's Table (lunch) ⇒ Yaeyama Palm Grove in Yonaha ⇒ Tamatorizaki Observatory ⇒ New Nannū Island Ishigaki Airport ⇒ Mangrove Forest of Miyara River (view from the bus) ⇒ Dispersal at Higashi Transportation Bus Terminal.

The tour lasted from 9:30 to about 14:00.

As always, the guide's stories were enjoyable, and they even sang at various points, so I was never bored.

We rode the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, but unfortunately, due to rough seas that day, we couldn't go to the sea turtle point. However, the water was clear otherwise, and we were able to see sharks, so I had a good time.

For lunch, it was the same as before, a self-proclaimed mini hamburger made with Ishigaki beef (I’m not a big fan of hamburgers, so I wasn't too happy about it).

This tour allows you to visit various places without having to drive yourself, and it's great for families to enjoy together.

If I could be picky, I think it would be nice to have a few more routes to choose from for future visits.

二度目の石垣島島内バスツアーです。

当日はお天気が今一つでしたが、終始雨に降られる事もありませんてした。

今回も話しの面白いガイドさんが良いと思い、午前中のツアーにしました。

ツアーのルートは、以下の通り。

東運輸バスターミナル集合⇒桃林寺 （車窓）⇒唐人墓⇒名蔵湾（車窓）⇒川平公園（有料でグラスボートに乗れます）⇒ヤマバレ牧場・ポーザーおぱさんの食卓（昼食）⇒米原のヤエヤマヤシ林⇒玉取崎展望台⇒新・南ぬ島石垣空港⇒宮良川のヒルギ林 （車窓）⇒東運輸バスターミナル解散

9:30から約14:00までのツアーです。

相も変わらずガイドさんの話しは楽しいですし、所々でお歌も披露いただき、退屈する事はありませんでした。

川平湾でグラスボートに乗りましたが、この日は海がしけていた事もあり、ウミガメのポイントには行けず残念でしたが、それ以外では海も濁っておらず、シャークも見られたので、それなりに楽しめました。

昼食は前と変わらず、自称石垣牛のミニハンバーグ(笑)です（私はハンバーグが余り好きではないので嬉しくない）。

このツアー、自分で運転する事もなく各所を巡って貰え、家族でワイワイしながらで良いですよ。

贅沢を言うとあと何ルートかあると再訪した時に選択の幅が増えて良いかなぁって思います。

Driving through the countryside without streetlights from the bustling city, we explored the habitats of various creatures. On the coast, we spotted coconut crabs, and in Banna Park, birds like bats and owls were resting. The sounds of hermit crabs moving and retreating into their shells were enchanting. Watching the bats leap from tree to tree and listening to the hoots of the owls touched my heart. Looking up at the starry sky, I saw shooting stars and truly felt that I was glad to be here! Our guide worked hard to ensure we enjoyed our limited time to the fullest.

繁華街からクルマで街頭のない田舎道を走り抜けて、生き物たちの生息地をめぐります。
海岸にはヤシガニ、バンナ公園にはコウモリやフクロウなどの鳥たちが佇んでいます。
ヤドカリの移動する音、殻に閉じこもる音。
コウモリが木に飛び移る姿や、フクロウの鳴き声に耳を傾けると心に沁み入ってきます
星空を見上げると流れ星が流れ、心から来てよかったと思いました！
限られた滞在期間でできるだけ楽しんでもらうためにガイドさんが一所懸命案内してくれました。

I arrived at the airport for a solo trip from Osaka and signed up for the daytime tour on the same day. The female guide's explanations were precise, and she shared many interesting stories that I found engaging.

大阪からの一人旅で空港に着いてから昼のコースがあったので当日申込。女性ガイドさんの説明が的確で興味深い話が多く関心しました。

I signed up for a round-trip ferry and water buffalo cart tour. It's overwhelmingly more economical than purchasing separately. The water buffalo tour was well-guided, and above all, it was a special experience to leisurely explore the streets of Taketomi Island while enjoying the scenery from the cart. Be sure to sit at the front of the water buffalo cart! If you sit at the back, the buffalo will be far away, and it will be hard to hear the explanations.

フェリー往復と水牛車観光のツアーに申し込みました。
別々に購入するよりも圧倒的にお得です。
水牛観光はガイドさんの説明も上手で、なによりも竹富島の街並みを眺めながら水牛車でゆっくりと観光できるのは特別な時間でした。
水牛車には必ず前方に乗ってください！後方だと水牛が遠く、説明も聞きづらいです。

The super strong water buffalo can pull a cart with about 20 people. This time, I got to ride on a water buffalo named A-pa-kun! Its body was large and impressive, but it had big, round eyes and was very calm and adorable. The guide's performance on the sanshin was also wonderful. Additionally, the explanation about Taketomi Island was very informative! The townscape had a distinct Okinawan charm, and I was able to enjoy a relaxing time. I definitely want to participate again!

20人前後の人が乗った車を引くことができる超力もちの水牛さん。今回はアーパーくんという水牛の車に乗せてもらいました!体は大きくて迫力があるけれど、目がクリクリで大人しくてとても可愛かったです(^^)ガイドさんの三線の弾き語りも素晴らしかったです。また、竹富島についての説明もとても勉強になりました！
街並みも沖縄らしさがあり、のんびりとした時間が過ごせました。
ぜひまた参加したいと思います!!

It was unfortunate that we couldn't see the stars due to the cloudy sky, but our guide took us to various places to make up for it, and we had a great time. We were able to see coconut crabs, large hermit crabs, and even a rare owl, which made the children very happy. Thank you!

あいにくの曇り空で星が見えなかったのが残念でしたが、ガイドさんがそれを補うべくいろいろな場所に案内してくれて楽しかったです。
ヤシガニや大きなヤドカリ、珍しいコノハズクも見られて子供たちは大喜びしていました。ありがとうございました！

In the untamed jungle, you can hear the sounds of bats and owls, and there are places where you can gaze at the star-filled sky. It's recommended to observe the stars in a cool tropical environment while listening to the calls of wild birds.

Even near the coast, bats are flying around, and there was a cave close to the sandy beach that was home to coconut crabs. The stars are so beautiful that the area has been designated as a starry sky protection zone, and you can usually see famous constellations like the Milky Way depending on the season.

I've heard that fireflies can be seen from March to May, so if I get the chance, I would like to participate in that as well.

整備されていないジャングルの森にはコウモリやフクロウの鳴き声が聞こえ、満天の星を眺められる場所もあり、野鳥の声を聞きながら南国の涼しい環境で星を観察できオススメです。
海岸近くでもコウモリは飛んでて、砂浜すぐ近くの洞窟にはヤシガニのお家がありました。
星は星空保護区に指定されるほどきれいで、天の川など時期によって有名な星座はたいてい見れまました。
3月から5月までホタルが見れるとのことなので機会があればそちらの方も参加してみたいなと思います。

I participated in a night jungle tour because I wanted to see nocturnal creatures. I was able to enjoy a variety of animals, including small frogs, large frogs, owls, bats, and coconut crabs! The starry sky was also beautifully visible, and I was very satisfied. Thank you!

夜の生き物を見たかったので夜のジャングルツアーに参加させていただきました。
小さなカエルに大きなカエル、フクロウやコウモリ、ヤシガニなど他にも色々な生き物が見れ存分に楽しませて頂きました！
星空も綺麗に見れ大満足でした。
ありがとうございました！