All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

The arrival at Ishigaki Airport and the issuance of the one-day bus pass purchased at the bus stop went very smoothly, and I arrived at the island terminal as scheduled!

石垣空港に到着からバス停で今回購入の1日バス乗車券発券まで非常にスムーズで離島ターミナルまで予定通り到着！

The weather was unfortunate, but it was a fulfilling tour. There were only a few of us that day, which gave it a private feel. Thank you to the guide for your thoughtfulness. This was my first trip in May, and indeed, Okinawa is ideal before the rainy season. Next time, I will definitely plan a trip by April.

お天気は残念でしたが、充実したツアーでした。当日は少人数でプライベート感有　ガイドさんお気づかい　ありがとうございました。
今回は初めての5月の旅行　やはり沖縄は梅雨入り前が理想的　次回は必ず4月までの旅行　計画たてます。

I think a bus tour that includes the attractions of Ishigaki Island, including Kabira Bay, is perfect for travelers who are unfamiliar with the island. Additionally, I used it on the last day, and it was possible to get off at Ishigaki Airport along the way, which allowed me to make full use of my time on the final day.

川平湾を含む石垣島の見所をバスツアーでまわれるので、島に不慣れな旅行者にはぴったりだと思います。
また、最終日に利用させていただき、途中石垣空港で下車も可能だったので、最終日の時間をフルに有効活用出来ました。

I was very satisfied to see the colorful fish and beautiful corals of the tropical region! The guide's attention to safety was thorough, allowing me to enjoy the tour with peace of mind!

南国のカラフルな魚たちと綺麗なサンゴが見れて大満足でした！ガイドの人の安全配慮も行き届いていて、安心してツアーを過ごせました！

Initially, we planned to do stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) at Kawahira Bay, but due to high waves, we ended up at Miyara River instead. It was a lot of fun! We got caught in the rain, but since you get wet while paddleboarding anyway, I highly recommend experiencing it on a rainy day! Our guide, Mr. Tsuchiya, was handsome and comes highly recommended! 👍

当初は川平湾でsup予定でしたが高波の影響で宮良川でのsupとなりましたが楽しかったです。雨に振られましたが、supで濡れるので雨の日こそ体験しちゃった方がいいくらいのオススメ度です！土屋さんというガイドさん、イケメンでオススメです👍

The weather was unfortunate, but we were able to efficiently tour Ishigaki. It was a sightseeing experience rich in essence. The bus guide's explanations deepened our understanding of Ishigaki.

あいにくの天気でしたが、効率よく石垣を観光できました。エッセンスが濃縮された観光でした。バスガイドさんの解説も石垣の理解を深めました。

Unfortunately, the weather was not great, but the water was beautiful. We were able to stop at a point, and the staff member explained things to us. We got to see various things. However, since I was seated at the back on the first ride, I could hardly hear the staff member's explanations. The smell of gasoline was quite strong, so wearing a mask is necessary.

What I was dissatisfied with was that I arrived earlier than my reservation time, and I wasn't sure how to check in. They said that those with reservations could go first, but the staff member didn't say anything and just told us to line up there because it wasn't time yet. I was confused about where to stand since there were so many people in line, and I couldn't tell which line was for what.

I was unsure where to line up, so I asked, "Should I stand at the very back?" and they said, "Okay, I'll check you in next, so please wait." Then, when I was checked in, I was given an earlier time. I didn't even ask for an earlier time, and the ticket seller's response was quite unpleasant. They were lacking in communication. I understand they might be busy, but I wish they would listen to each person's words properly. Their attitude was definitely not very friendly either.

あいにくの天気でしたが
海の中は綺麗で、ポイントに止まってもらえて、お兄さんが説明してくれていました。
色々と見ることができました。
ただ、最初に乗って奥の端の席だったので
お兄さんの説明がほぼ聞こえない。
ガソリンの匂いがすごくてマスクは必要ですね。
不満だったのは、予約時間よりも早く着いて
受付の仕方が良くわからなかったのですが
予約有りの方は先にどうぞ、だったのですが
受付の方は何も言わずに、時間がまだなのでそこに並んでくださいと言われ、そこ？
沢山のひとが並んでどこが何の列がかわからない。
と思いながら並ぶ場所がわからず
どこに並べば良い？
1番後ろ？ですか？
て聞いたら、じゃあ次に受付するから
待って下さい、、
そして次に受付したら早い時間を渡されました。
別に早くして欲しいとは言っていないのに
チケット売り場の方の対応が気分悪かったです。言葉が足らな過ぎます。
忙しいとは思いますが
一人一人ちゃんと、こちらの言葉を聞いて欲しいです。
愛想も決して良くはなかったです。

On May 3rd, I participated with my family of three. It was a bus tour where I was impressed by the vast knowledge of our guide, Sunakawa. The explanations were easy to understand, and both the songs and the sanshin performance were wonderful. We experienced the mysteries of nature in the limestone cave, and on the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay (additional fee), we were able to see sea turtles, schools of grouper, and colorful tropical fish.

5/3に家族3人で参加。
ガイドの砂川さんの知識量の多さに感服しながらのバスツアーでした。
説明も分かりやすく、歌も三線も素晴らしいものでした。
鍾乳洞で自然の神秘に触れ、川平湾のグラスボート（別途料金）ではウミガメやグルクンの群れ、カラフルな熱帯魚達をみることが出来ました。

Since I arrived quite early before my reserved time, I asked if I could be accommodated earlier, and they kindly agreed. Perhaps because it was just before Golden Week, the boat wasn't full, so there was plenty of space inside. I could see corals and fish through the large glass screen. The sea was a bit murky, but I was lucky enough to spot a sea turtle and a clownfish.

予約時間よりかなり早く着いたので時間を早めてもらうお願いをしたら、快く了解いただけました。GW直前だからか満員ではなかったため船の中も余裕があり、大画面ガラスで珊瑚や魚が見えました。少し海が濁り気味だったのですが、ウミガメやカクレクマノミも見つけることが出来てラッキーでした。

I signed up on-site, and it was really a great deal! ♪ It's easy since you just have to show it. If you're not using a rental car, taking the bus is a must, so I definitely recommend it! ❤️

現地で申し込みしましたが、本当にお得でした♪
さらに見せるだけなので簡単。
レンタカー使用しない方はバス必須なので、絶対おススメ❤️

It was my first snorkeling tour, and I was impressed by the clarity of the water. I saw a lot of fish and was very satisfied. The guide was also kind, which made it easy to enjoy. I would like to participate again.

初めてのシュノーケルツアーでしたが、海の透明度に感動し、魚もたくさん見れて大満足でした。ガイドさんも親切で安心して楽しめました。また参加したいです。

It was a very enjoyable snorkeling tour! The staff were kind, and I felt safe participating even as a beginner. The ocean was truly beautiful, and I was able to see many fish and corals, which was very moving. Additionally, I even encountered a sea turtle, making it an absolutely amazing experience! The explanations were thorough and easy to understand, and I was very satisfied with the photos they took. If you're going to go snorkeling in Ishigaki Island, I highly recommend this tour!

とても楽しいシュノーケリングツアーでした！
スタッフの皆さんも親切で、初めてでも安心して参加することができました。
海が本当に綺麗で、たくさんの魚やサンゴを見ることができ、とても感動しました。
さらにウミガメにも出会うことができて、本当に最高の体験でした！
説明も丁寧で分かりやすく、写真も撮っていただけて大満足です。
石垣島でシュノーケリングをするならぜひおすすめしたいツアーです！

I was able to experience the rich ecosystem of Ishigaki Island. I was moved by the underwater world filled with sea snakes, unusual fish I had never seen before, and colorful scenery.

石垣島の豊かな生態系に触れることができた。
ウミヘビや見たことの無いような変わった魚、カラフルな景色が水中世界に広がっていて感動をおぼえた。

It was a fun day of snorkeling and canoeing!

We did snorkeling in the morning, had lunch in between, and then went canoeing in the afternoon. I was actually disappointed when the plan changed from the Blue Cave to Osaki due to bad weather, but I was very satisfied to see a sea turtle up close, which is quite rare even in the Blue Cave. Plus, it was nice that it wasn't too hot!

During the morning snorkeling:
- The instructor taught us carefully, so I was able to start with a float and then swim on my own and enjoy it.
- The water clarity at Osaki was high, allowing us to observe colorful fish, sea turtles, and sea snakes up close.
- We had the amazing experience of a sea turtle coming up for air right in the middle of our group.
- Looking back, I'm glad we experienced Osaki instead of the Blue Cave.

In the afternoon mangrove canoeing:
- Thanks to the humorous instructor, we had a great time.
- We were able to observe hermit crabs (maybe?).

Overall, it was a day full of extraordinary experiences that even beginners could enjoy safely! By the way, during the lunch break between the morning and afternoon sessions, we took a shower at a tour-related facility and then went to a recommended burger place that serves Ishigaki beef, which was also excellent.

As for other highlights, we saw the following from the car window:
- Sugarcane fields and their processing factory
- Ishigaki beef and Jersey cows
- Peacocks (they were spreading their feathers and making sounds)
- Pigs (maybe Agu pigs?)

参加して楽しいシュノーケリングとカヌーでした！

シュノーケリングは午前に実施して、お昼を挟んで、カヌーは午後に実施しました。
実は天候不良で予定していた青の洞窟から大崎に変更になりガッカリしていたのですが、青の洞窟でもなかなか遭遇しにくい？ウミガメを間近で見ることができて、大満足でした。しかも暑くなくて良かった！

午前のシュノーケリングでは、
・インストラクターが丁寧に教えてくれたので、浮き輪スタートでも途中から自力で泳いで楽しむことができました
・大崎の海の透明度が高く、カラフルな魚・ウミガメ・ウミヘビを間近で観察できました
・ウミガメが自分たちの輪の中に息継ぎしにくるという感動体験がありました
・今思うと青の洞窟でなくて、体験できた大崎で良かったです

午後のマングローブカヌーでは、
・ユーモアたっぷりのインストラクターのおかげで楽しめました
・ヤドカニ（？）の生き物も観察できました

全体を通して、
初心者でも安心して参加できる、非日常感たっぷりの一日でした！
ちなみに午前と午後の間のお昼では、ツアー関連の施設でシャワーを浴びた後、インストラクターさんのおすすめの石垣牛ハンバーガー屋さんに行きました。
こちらのおすすめも非常に良かったです。

その他見所ですが、車窓から次を見れました
・サトウキビ畑とその加工工場
・石垣牛とジャージー牛
・くじゃく（羽開いたり、鳴いてました）
・豚（アグー豚？）

- The guide was beautiful and had a great singing voice, singing island songs accompanied by the sanshin.
- The limestone cave was quite spacious and impressive.
- At Kabira Bay, we experienced the optional glass-bottom boat, where the person steering also acted as a guide, providing explanations as we went along. The photos only show coral, but there were schools of colorful fish of various sizes, including clownfish, which we could observe closely.
- For lunch, we had a set with Ishigaki beef hamburger, and unlike store-bought ones, the hamburger had a strong meaty flavor.
- At Tamatorizaki Observatory, we were able to fully enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree views.

If you use it on the last day, you can get off at the airport at the end. Since it's a limousine bus, you can participate with your suitcase. If I could wish for something, I would have liked to include a visit to Yaeyama Village to interact with the macaques, and it would be nice if the course were about an hour longer.

・ガイドさんが美人で歌も上手く、島唄を三線にのせて歌ってくださいました。
・鍾乳洞は結構広くて見応えありました。
・川平湾ではオプションのグラスボートを体験、操縦する方がガイドもされていて説明を聞きながら進みます。写真は珊瑚しか写ってないですが、色とりどり、大きさも様々な魚群、クマノミもいて、じっくりと観察ができました。
・昼食は石垣牛のハンバーグランチセットで、ハンバーグは市販のと違い、お肉をしっかり感じるものでした。
・玉取崎展望台は360度見渡す限りの絶景を心ゆくまで堪能できました。

最終日に利用すると最後に空港で下車できます。
リムジンバスなのでスーツケース持参で参加可能。
欲を言えば、やいま村、リスザルと触れ合う、などもコースに入ってあと1時間くらい長いといいな、と思いました。

I participated in the long-awaited Blue Cave tour! Luckily, I was able to swim with sea turtles, which became a lifelong memory. The blueness of the cave was stunning, and colorful tropical fish swam right in front of me, making it feel like a natural aquarium. It was the best experience, and I am very satisfied!

念願の青の洞窟ツアーに参加しました！運良くウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことができて、一生の思い出になりました。洞窟の青さもさることながら、カラフルな熱帯魚が目の前をたくさん泳いでいて、まるで天然の水族館のよう。最高の体験ができて大満足です！

This was my first time participating, and I felt truly cared for from start to finish, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. I learned a lot about the ocean, making it a special experience that was more than just swimming. They took many photos and videos, creating memories that will last a lifetime. I definitely want to participate again!

初めて参加しましたが、最初から最後まで本当に丁寧に対応していただき安心して楽しめました。海の知識もたくさん教えてもらえて、ただ泳ぐだけじゃない特別な体験になりました。写真や動画もたくさん撮っていただき、一生の思い出です。また絶対参加したいです！

Swimming with colorful fish in the transparent sea was more moving than I could have imagined, and it was the best time to completely forget about my daily life and truly refresh myself.

透明な海の中で色とりどりの魚と一緒に泳ぐ体験は想像以上に感動的で、日常を忘れて心からリフレッシュできた最高の時間だった。

On Ishigaki Island, I experienced stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) among the mangroves and snorkeling in the ocean filled with coral reefs. While paddling slowly along the calm river, I was able to feel the nature of the mangroves up close, which was very soothing. At first, it was a bit challenging to maintain my balance, but the staff kindly taught me how to ride and gave me tips, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind.

During snorkeling, the clear waters revealed a vibrant array of fish and beautiful coral reefs, creating a sense of entering another world. The staff were always attentive and very kind, making it easy for a first-timer like me to participate without any anxiety. This experience on Ishigaki Island was not only a chance to appreciate the richness of nature but also to feel the warmth of the people, making it truly special.

石垣島では、マングローブの中でSUPと、珊瑚礁が広がる海でシュノーケリングを体験しました。SUPでは、静かな川をゆっくり進みながら、両側に広がるマングローブの自然を間近で感じることができ、とても癒されました。最初はバランスを取るのが少し難しかったですが、スタッフさんが丁寧に乗り方やコツを教えてくださり、安心して楽しむことができました。シュノーケリングでは、透き通った海の中に色とりどりの魚や美しい珊瑚礁が広がっていて、まるで別の世界に入ったような感動がありました。スタッフさんも常に気を配ってくださり、とても親切で、初めてでも不安なく参加できました。自然の豊かさだけでなく、人の温かさも感じられる、石垣島ならではの素晴らしい体験になりました。

The guide was an incredibly knowledgeable woman, and her smooth articulation was as fluid as water on a flat board. Despite the rainy, cloudy weather, she shared the island's history and many fun events with us. The half-day itinerary felt very short.

実に博識な女性のガイドさんで、まさに立板に水の様に滑らかな滑舌は、雨混じりの曇天にも関わらず島の歴史や沢山の楽しい出来事を教えていただいた。半日の行程がすごく短く感じられた。

Even without a car, you can visit the highlights of Ishigaki and make a complete loop. Also, being dropped off at Ishigaki Airport made it very efficient in terms of time.

車か無くても石垣の見どころを見学し1周できます
又、石垣空港で下ろして頂けるので時間の効率が良かったです

The bus driver seemed a bit irritable, which was a little concerning for someone using the service for the first time.

バスの運転手さんの虫の居所が悪かったのかぶ然としていたので、初めて利用する者としてはちょっと気になった。

The snorkeling at the Blue Cave was canceled due to bad weather the day before, and they suggested snorkeling at a different spot. I was a bit anxious about swimming, but our guide, Yutty, was very attentive and guided us well. My goggles kept slipping, and I apologize for the trouble, but he adjusted them for me while I was swimming, allowing me to fully enjoy the beautiful sea✨.

In mid-April, I participated without a wetsuit, and at first, I was surprised by the coldness of the water, but as I swam, I hardly felt the cold at all. I was also able to see two sea turtles swimming together, which made for a truly wonderful experience🐢.

前日に青の洞窟のシュノーケリングは天候不良の為中止とのご連絡があり、別のスポットでのシュノーケリングを提案していただきました。泳ぎに不安がありましたが、担当ガイドのゆってぃさんは丁寧にガイドしてくださいました。ゴーグルが何度もズレてしまい、ご迷惑をおかけしてしまいましたが、泳いでる最中に調整してくださり、綺麗な海を堪能できました✨
4月中旬にウェットスーツ着用なしでの参加で、初めは海の冷たさに驚きましたが、泳いでいるうちに冷たさは殆ど感じませんでした
ウミガメも二匹一緒に泳いでいる姿を見ることができ、とても素敵な体験をすることができました🐢

The lunch included is rich in content for the price. The guide's explanations were also easy to understand. This is my third time in Ishigaki Island, but since I had been moving around by rental car before, listening to the guide's stories while touring offered a different charm.

The sanshin performance during the bus ride was challenging, but both the performance and the songs in the local dialect were very well done, and above all, the voice was beautiful 🎤👧🏼.

The glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay is an additional fee for those who wish to go, but it's cheaper than the general price with the bus tour discount. Last time I visited, I couldn't see any sea turtles, but this time I was thrilled to see many of them ✨.

値段の割に昼食付きで内容も豊富。ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすくかったです。
石垣島は3回目ですが、今まではレンタカーで移動してたので、ガイドさんの話を聞いて巡るのは違った魅力を感じました。
バスの揺れの中での三線演奏、大変そうですが、演奏も方言での歌もとても上手で、何より声が美しかった🎤👧🏼
川平湾のグラスボートは希望者のみ別料金ですが、バス観光割で一般料金より安いです。
前回行った時は海がめは見れなかったのですが、今回はたくさん見れて感激しました✨

The weather was nice, and in the morning, we leisurely paddled through the mangroves in a canoe, experiencing something out of the ordinary! In the afternoon, we went snorkeling, where the coral spread across the entire sea, and there were many tropical fish swimming around, which was very beautiful. I did feel unwell for a bit, but the staff responded promptly and kindly, which was a great help.

お天気がよく、午前中はマングローブの中をカヌーでゆったりと進み、非日常を味わうことができました！
午後はシュノーケリングで、珊瑚が海一面に広がり、南国の魚がたくさん泳いでいてとても綺麗でした。途中体調不良になってしまいましたが、スタッフの方が丁寧かつ迅速に対応していただき助かりました。

You can earn 100 points for each experience review you submit. The accumulated points can be used for a discount of 100 yen on your next purchase.

Purchasing with cash on the bus is less advantageous than using Veltra for credit card payments, which earns you credit points.

By submitting experience reviews, you earn Veltra points.

It's a great deal! 🉐

体験談の投稿で、1件につき100P貯まります。
たまったポイントは、次回の購入で100P
→100円値引きされます。

バス内での現金購入よりも、ベルトラで
クレジット決済→クレジットポイント。

体験談投稿で→ベルトラポイント。

貯まります。お得🉐です。

It will be more economical than purchasing a regular ticket. You can ride all routes on the island, so on holidays, take the island loop line (available in both east and west directions) and enjoy the scenery.

However, this does not include the regular sightseeing bus.

定期券購入より、お得になります。
島内全路線乗れますので、休日には、
島内一周線（東、西回りあり）乗って
景色堪能。

だだし定期観光バスは、除きます。

On the day of our return, we initially had a rental car reserved, but we found out that the meeting point for the regular sightseeing bus was near the hotel we were staying at, and that we could get off at the airport along the way, so we canceled the rental car. We were able to visit places we couldn't go to during the trip, like Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki Observatory, through the bus tour, which allowed us to efficiently explore on the last day, and it was a lot of fun.

　帰る日に当初はレンタカーを予約しておりましたが、宿泊予定していたホテル近くが定期観光バスの集合場所で、空港で途中下車できる事がわかり、レンタカーはキャンセルしました。
　旅行中に行けなかった川平湾や玉取崎展望台にもバスツアーで行け、最終日に効率よく廻れ、楽しかったです。

Ishigaki Island can be difficult to catch a taxi. For those with plenty of time, using the bus is recommended.

Round trip from the city to the airport is 1,120 yen.

Using the Kabira, Ibaruma, Hirakubo lines, and the island loop line offers good cost performance.

There are also discounts for riding the Anei Kanko Ferry.

石垣島は、タクシーがつかまりにくいです。ゆっくり時間がある方には、バス利用がおすすめです。

市内〜空港往復　1120円
川平、伊原間、平久保線、島内一周線を
利用したらコスパ良い。

安栄観光フェリーの乗車割引もあります。

Typically, the Chikusa Free Pass can only be purchased with cash during the ride or at the bus terminal. However, by going through Veltra, credit card payment is possible. You can also earn points with the credit card company.

Additionally, the children's fare will be 1,000 yen.

通常、パスの乗車中または、パスターミナルでのみちくさフリーパスは、現金のみで
購入。
ベルトラを経由するだけで、クレジットが可能になります。
クレジット会社のポイントつきます。

あと子ども料金が1,000円になります。