All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

I participated with four friends, and it was fun to feel the power of nature in the mangroves while canoeing. The weather was great, so we were able to snorkel in the best conditions and create wonderful memories! The instructors were friendly and easy to talk to, which was nice! Thank you very much! ^_^

友達4人で参加しましたー、カヌーはマングローブの自然のパワー感じれて楽しいかったですし、晴れたので最高のコンディションでシュノーケリングできていい思い出ができました！インストラクターのお兄さん達も話しやすくて明るくてよかったです！ありがとうございました^_^

It was my first trip to Ishigaki Island, and I didn't use a rental car. I'm glad I made the reservation early. On the day of the trip, the bus was nearly full. Since boarding is on a first-come, first-served basis, arriving early allows you to choose your seats on the bus.

The bus guide was very skilled in both guidance and singing, making the time pass quickly. The lunch was delicious with a variety of side dishes.

At Kabira Bay, you can ride a glass-bottom boat as an option, and it was nice that the tour participants got a discount.

With sightseeing stops and lunch included, I thought this price was quite reasonable.

初めての石垣島でレンタカーを利用しない旅行でした。
早目に予約して良かったです。
当日は満席に近い状況でした。
先着順にバスに乗り込むので集合も早めの方がバスの席を選べます。

バスガイドさんの案内や歌がとても上手で、時間のたつのも早かったです。
ランチもいろいろなおかずで美味しかったです。

川平湾ではオプションでグラスボートに乗れますが、ツアー参加者は少し安くなって良かったです。

下車観光もランチもあって、この価格は安いとおもいました。

I used this service because I could do some sightseeing on the last day of my trip while heading to New Ishigaki Airport. The friendly guide provided explanations during the tour, and it was even better when they played the sanshin and sang folk songs at the end. ♡ After the glass boat (for those who wanted to participate), we had lunch right away, which was tough for me since I got seasick. I wish there had been more options for the meal. We arrived at the airport on time.

旅行最終日に観光しながら新石垣空港まで行けるので利用されてもらいました。
フレンドリーなガイドさんの説明付きで観光巡り。最後は三線を弾きながら民謡を歌ってくれたのがさらに良かったです♡
グラスボート(希望者)の後すぐ昼食なので船酔いした自分にはキツかったです。料理の選択肢があれば良かったのにと思いました。
空港には時間通り到着しました。

I was able to see turtles swimming. I booked an early morning trip due to the tide, but when I arrived at the reception early, there was availability on an earlier boat, so they were able to change it for me. I recommend booking during the time just before high tide.

泳いでいる亀を見ることができました。
潮位の関係で朝早い便を予約したのですが受付に早めに行ったら、もう一便前に空きがあったので変更していただけました。
予約する際は満潮手前の時間帯がお勧めです。

The weather in February tends to be cloudy, and on the day we participated, the sky was overcast and it started to drizzle in the afternoon.

Kayaking on the Miyara River was a relaxing experience as we enjoyed forest bathing in the mangrove forest with the SAP experience group. The snorkeling focused on the coral reefs, and we occasionally spotted some fish.

We received a message the day before, so we couldn't go to the Blue Cave.

For kayaking, there was water accumulating in the seating area, so I recommend wearing clothes that can get wet. Also, since you'll be changing footwear for both activities, beach sandals are better than shoes.

2月の天気は曇りの日が多いらしく、私たちが参加した日はどんよりした空模様で午後は小雨も降ってきました。
宮良川でのカヤックはSAP体験の方と一緒にのんびりマングローブ林で森林浴を楽しみました。シュノーケリングはサンゴ礁がメインで時々魚が見える感じでした。
前日に連絡があり、青の洞窟へは行けませんでした。

カヤックは座るところに水が溜まっていたので、お尻が濡れても大丈夫な服装で行かれることをお勧めします。あとどちらも履き替えるので靴ではなくビーチサンダルの方が良いです。

We arrived by rental car, and there was a dedicated parking lot. There is a reception area in front of the parking lot.

We arrived early, and I was grateful that they allowed us to board the earlier ferry. It takes about five minutes to walk to the boarding area, but there is a ramp leading to the beach.

The transparency of Kabira Bay seems to change depending on the time of day. It looked better earlier in the day. Although it was cloudy, we could see clearly. I was very satisfied to see turtles and coral.

The guide was considerate, making it easy for us to enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island while sitting down.

レンタカーで向かいましたが、専用駐車場がありました。駐車場前に受付があります。
早く着きましたが、前の便に乗せてくだったのがありがたかったです。
乗り場まで五分程度歩きますが、浜までスロープがついています。
川平湾の透明度も時間帯によって変わるそう。この日は早い方が良さそうでした。曇りでしたが綺麗に見れました。亀や珊瑚が見れ大満足です。
ガイドさんが見やすいよう配慮してくださり、座りながら石垣島の自然が楽しめました。

I was able to learn about Ishigaki Island. The guide's stories were interesting and enjoyable. The glass-bottom boat was a reasonable 1,000 yen, which was great. On the way back, I was dropped off at Ishigaki Airport, allowing me to make good use of my time.

石垣島の概要を知ることができました。ガイドさんの話も面白くて楽しかったです
グラスボートが1000円で楽しめて、良心的でした。
帰りは石垣空港で降ろしてもらえて、時間を有効に使えました

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I decided to join. It drizzled a bit at times, but it didn't interfere with the glass-bottom boat experience! The lunch was delicious, and the guide even sang for us, making it a full and enjoyable day. It's also great that they stop by the airport on the way back, making it convenient to join on the last day. There were participants from the cruise ship as well. It seems there were also users from the remote island terminal. It's reassuring that they check the schedules and make adjustments!

初の石垣島だったので参加しました。時々雨がぱらつきましたが、グラスボートには支障なく参加しました！
ランチも美味しかったし、ガイドさんは歌を歌ってくれましたし盛り沢山でした。帰りに空港に寄るので最終日に参加するにもいいです。クルーズ船からの参加者もいました。離島ターミナル利用者もいたみたいです。便を確認して調整してくれるのは安心ですね！

I participated with three colleagues from work. The tide wasn't great, so the visibility was a bit lacking, but we enjoyed seeing things like mantis shrimp and coral.

職場の人と４人で参加しました。潮が良くなかったので、透明度が今ひとつでしたがシャコ貝やサンゴなど、楽しめました。

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On the day of the tour, the weather was bad, and I had to give up on the sunrise and snorkeling experience at the Blue Cave. Instead, I participated in the mangrove kayak tour.
Feeling a bit disappointed, I headed to the mangroves before dawn.
The mangroves before dawn were incredibly mystical, with the quietness, the faint outlines of the trees visible in the dim light, and the crisp air. I was very surprised by this atmosphere.
During the experience, the guide shared interesting facts and made us laugh to ease any fears, which made for a very enjoyable experience.
I am very satisfied to have participated in a unique tour rather than a typical experience.

＜体験＞
マングローブカヤックツアー
＜感想＞
当日は、天気が悪くサンライズと青の洞窟のシュノーケリング体験を断念しました。代替でマングローブカヤックツアーに参加しました。
少し残念な気持ちを持ちつつ、夜明け前のマングローブに赴きました。
夜明け前のマングローブは、静けさと薄暗い中に少しだけ見える木の輪郭、澄み切った空気でf非常に神秘的な空間にとても驚きました。
体験最中もガイドのお兄さんがマメ知識を教えてくえたり、恐怖を感じないように笑わせてくれたり非常に良い体験をすることができました。
ありきたりな体験ツアーではなくて、珍しいツアーに参加できて非常に満足しています。

I was worried about whether I could enjoy my first stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) session due to the cloudy weather, but it was really fun! There was a brief lecture, and then we headed straight to the sea. Despite the clouds and occasional rain, I started off sitting down and then switched to standing once I assessed the wind conditions. At first, I struggled to get the hang of it and wasn't making much progress, but once I got used to it, I found it enjoyable and was soothed by the clarity of the water. I deducted one star because the scenery would have been better if it had been sunny, but I definitely recommend the tour! Also, the photos from the guide and the information about the shop were great! ⭐︎

天候が曇りで楽しめるか不安でしたが、初SUPはとても楽しかったです。簡単なレクチャーがあり、早速海へ。曇り&通り雨もある中、最初は座って、風の状況をみて立ち漕ぎにチェンジ。最初コツが掴めず、なかなか前に進まずでしたが、慣れると楽しく海の透明度に癒されました。晴れてたら景色もよかっただろうなという点で星マイナス1ですが、ツアー自体はお勧めです！また、ガイドさんからの写真やお店の情報もgoodでした⭐︎

I wanted to use this service when I first visited Ishigaki Island in June last year, but it was suspended, possibly due to COVID-19, so I used it this time in February. I'm not confident in driving, and the local buses have limited schedules, so it was great to efficiently visit the highlights of Ishigaki Island.

The impression can change with the weather, but if the weather is nice, it's a five-star course! The cost performance is also good, with lunch included for under 5,000 yen for half a day.

Unfortunately, it was cloudy, but the blue of Kabira Bay was still beautiful. Thanks to the guide, I was able to learn about the origins of the Tomb of the Chinese and Tōrin-ji Temple. The explanations about Ishigaki Island's culture and tropical flowers were diverse, and I had a lot of fun learning.

There were many solo participants, so it was enjoyable to exchange information during lunch. The option to choose to board a glass-bottom boat on-site (I rode one in June, and this time, since it was cloudy, I opted for local sightseeing) and the flexibility to get off at Ishigaki Airport were also nice.

Next, I would like to visit Hirakubo Cape Lighthouse, so I would be happy if there were other bus tours that I could easily join, like this one.

　昨年６月に初めて石垣島へ行った時に利用したかったのですが、コロナの影響か運休中で、今回２月に利用しました。
　車の運転に自信がないですし、路線バスも本数が限られているので、効率よく石垣島の見どころを回れるのは良かったです。
　天候で印象が変わりますが、お天気が良かったら☆５つのコースです！半日でランチが付いて5,000円以下とコストパフォーマンスも良いです。

　生憎の曇天でしたが、それでも川平湾のブルーは綺麗でした。
　また、ガイドさんのおかげで、唐人墓や桃林寺の由来を知ることが出来て良かったです。石垣島の文化や南国のお花の説明など、多岐に渡って説明していただき、とっても楽しく学ぶことが出来ました。
　一人参加の方も多かったので、ランチ時には情報交換などできて楽しかったです。
　グラスボートの乗船も現地で選択可（→６月の時にグラスボートに乗ったし、今回は曇天だったので周辺観光にしました。）だったり、石垣島空港で下車も可能で、融通が利くのも良いですね。
　次は平久保埼灯台とかも行ってみたいので、今回のように手軽に参加できる違うコースのバスツアーがあると嬉しいですね。

In the morning, we explored the mangroves by canoe. Since we got on the bus, our guide provided us with sightseeing information and was friendly and approachable, making sure we had a great time! In the afternoon, we went snorkeling. During that time, they explained the different types of fish and paid attention to safety while conducting the tour! Thanks to that, we were able to have a very fulfilling day! It was a day that made me want to visit Ishigaki Island again. I highly recommend this tour to anyone coming to Ishigaki Island!!!

朝はカヌーでマングローブを巡りました。バスに乗った時からずっとガイドさんが観光情報を教えてくれたり、親切で気さくに私たちを楽しませてくれました！お昼からはシュノーケリングをしました。その際も、色んな魚の種類を説明してくれたり、安全面にも気を配ってツアーしてくださりました！そのおかげで、とっても充実した1日を過ごすことができました！また、ぜひ石垣島に遊びに来たいと思える1日でした。石垣島に来る方はこのツアーに参加することをおすすめします！！！

It was both of our first time on a SUP, but we were able to get on easily. The instructors were all very kind, and it was a lot of fun. The temperature was surprisingly warm for the end of February, so it felt great to jump into the sea. Both the ocean and the scenery were very beautiful, and it became a wonderful memory. We were able to participate without carrying any luggage, as they took many photos for us. Regarding transportation, they picked us up close by and also dropped us off on the way back. Thank you very much!

supは2人とも初めてでしたが、簡単に乗ることができました。インストラクターさんもみなさん親切でとても楽しかったです。2月末とは思えないほど気温は暖かかったので、海に飛び込んでも気持ちが良かったです。海も景色もとても綺麗で、すごくいい思い出になりました。写真もたくさん撮っていただいて、荷物は持たずに参加することができました。送迎についても、近くまで迎えにきていただき、帰りも送ってくださりました。
ありがとうございました！

Due to the weather, we changed from the originally planned SUP at Kawahira Bay to mangrove SUP, but I was able to participate and have fun. During the drive to and from the location, we had enjoyable conversations about the scenery along the way and the history of the island, which were very interesting. It was my first time doing SUP, but they taught me carefully, and I was able to maneuver it right away. Paddling while standing felt great, and the discussions about the mangroves and the flora and fauna of the stone walls on both sides of the river were enjoyable. Although it went by quickly, I had a wonderful time. Thank you for the lovely experience. I highly recommend it to anyone considering it!

天候の影響で当初の川平湾からマングローブでのSUPに変更になりましたが楽しく参加できました。
行き帰りの車の中でも道中の景色の話や島の歴史なども楽しくお話ししていただき、とても興味深かったです。
SUPも初めてでしたが丁寧に教えていただき、すぐに操ることが出来ました。立って漕ぐととても気持ち良くて、川の両岸のマングローブや石垣の動植物の話も楽しく、あっという間でしたが素晴らしい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。素敵な体験を心ありがとうございます。検討中の方もぜひぜひお勧めです！

The day before, I participated in a three-island tour, and on this day, I initially thought about taking a route bus to the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay. However, that would only leave me time for lunch and then heading to the airport, so I didn't have high expectations and decided to sign up for an island tour that would drop me off at the airport. The humor of the only male guide was fantastic.

前日に3島めぐりツアー参加でこの日は当初自分で路線バスで川平湾グラスボートでも行こうかと考えていたが、それだと昼食とそれだけで空港に向かうくらいしかできないので、あまり期待せず空港で降りれるので島内ツアー申込した。唯一の男性ガイドさんのユーモアが最高でした。

You can efficiently enjoy sightseeing in Ishigaki Island from the morning. I was able to listen to the sounds of the three lines and savor a hamburger made with Ishigaki beef. Kabira Bay is also beautiful and highly recommended. There’s a shop for black pearls, so it’s definitely a place you want to visit.

朝から効率よく石垣島観光ができます。
3線の音色を聴かせてくれたり石垣牛のハンバーグを食べて満喫できました。
川平湾も綺麗でオススメです。
黒真珠のお店もあるので是非立ち寄りたい場所です。

The bus guide helped us understand the local area of the island well. The island tour was also enjoyable. For lunch, we had a hamburger lunch.

バスガイドさんが島の方で地元がよく理解出来ました。
島観光も楽しかった。
昼食はハンバーグランチでした。

In conclusion, it was a very good tour!

Since it was stated that same-day reservations were okay, I considered making a reservation depending on the weather. On the day of my arrival, the weather looked good while I was on the plane, but I couldn't select same-day booking. Since the weather was suitable for another day, I made a reservation for a different day. Just to be sure, I directly contacted the tour company, and they informed me that it was a system issue and that changes could be made on the day of. They changed it for me on the same day. Furthermore, I received advice that the conditions were better in the morning than in the afternoon due to the tides, so after arriving at the airport, I rented a car and went straight there!

Additionally, parking was free. I don't think the entrance was too difficult to find.

One slight disappointment was that the voice of the guide and captain inside the glass-bottom boat was hard to hear... However, they repeated the names of the fish and important information twice, so it wasn't like I didn't understand anything.

I am very grateful to have participated under such good conditions!

結論、とてもよいツアーでした！

当日予約OKと記載してあったので、天候次第で予約しようと検討しました。
来島日の機内で天候がよさそうだったので予約取得しようとしたところ、当日を選択できませんでした。
別日でも利用できる天候だったので、別日に予約取得。
念のためツアー会社に直接問い合わせたところ、システム上の問題なので当日に変更可能ですとの回答をいただき、当日に変更していただきました。
さらに、潮の関係で予約していた午後よりも午前の方が条件が良いですよとアドバイスをいただき、
空港到着後レンタカーを借りて直行しました！

しかも駐車場も無料でした。エントランスもそんなにわかりにくくないと思います。

ちょっと残念は、グラスボート内のガイド兼船長の方の声が聞きにくかった、、、。
でも、魚の名前や重要なことは２回繰り返して言われていたので、
わからないって感じでは、なかったです。

とても良い条件で参加させていただき、大変感謝しております！

This was my first time visiting Ishigaki Island, and I traveled alone. Since I didn't have much time, I chose a sightseeing bus to efficiently tour the island's attractions. I had done some research on the places we would visit, but I think you can enjoy it fully without any preparation since the guide provides information.

For an additional 1,000 yen, there was also time to ride a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, and the lunch set allowed me to experience the flavors of Ishigaki Island, which was delicious. I was able to learn about the highlights and history, so I feel it was the best choice for my first visit. (It was cloudy, so if it had been sunny, I would have rated it even higher... I apologize for that since it's something beyond the company's control.) By the way, the tour ended just after 2 PM, allowing me to catch the 3 PM ferry to Taketomi Island.

初めての石垣島観光、一人旅でした。
時間もあまりなかったこともあり、効率的に石垣島の名所を巡れるように定期観光バスを選択しました。
事前にどこをまわるかもわかっているので、それなりに下調べもしましたが、ガイドさんが案内してくれるので、何も準備しなくても十分に楽しめると思います。
１０００円のオプションになりますが、川平湾のグラスボートに乗る時間もあり、石垣島の味力を感じる昼食もセットなのもおいしいですね。
見どころや歴史なども学ぶことができるので、初めての訪問にはベストな選択だったと感じています。（くもりの天気だったので、もし晴れていたら最高評価です・・会社の力で変えられない”てん”なので申し訳ありませんが）
ちなみに２時すぎに終了するので、３時の船で竹富島にも渡ることができました。

It was great to efficiently tour Ishigaki Island without renting a car, while also being able to sightsee and enjoy meals. The bus guide provided detailed information that helped me understand Ishigaki Island better, which I wouldn't have known on my own. Even in January, the blue sea and blue sky of Ishigaki Island were amazing.

レンタカーを借りずに石垣島を効率よく一周回れて、観光もできて、食事もできて良かったです
個人で回ってもわからないようなことをバスガイドさんが詳しく教えてくださるので石垣島の事がよくわかります
１月でも石垣島の青い海と青い空は最高でした

It was great to leisurely and efficiently visit the island's attractions with a charming guide who spoke with a smile. Not only did we see the tourist spots, but we also received explanations about various places on the island that we wouldn't have known about on our own, which felt like a great value.

For lunch, we enjoyed Ishizaka beef hamburgers and Miminga at a restaurant with a nice view, and everything was very delicious.

Lastly, we got to listen to some sanshin songs, which made for wonderful memories. I highly recommend it! ❣️

笑顔語り口魅力的なガイドさんとのんびり、しかも無駄なく効率的に島の名所を回れてとても良かったです。観光地だけでなく、自分達で回るのでは知り得ない島内の随所の説明もありお得感満載。
昼食は眺めのよい店で石坂牛ハンバーグ、ミミンガ等土地の食べ物網羅されとても美味しかったです。
最後に三線の唄も聞けとてもよい思い出となりました。オススメします❣️

I had a great time. The guide was very experienced and explained things while occasionally playing the sanshin. It was a sunny day, so the scenery was fantastic, and there were moments when the guide took photos for us. The optional glass-bottom boat ride was also wonderful; the sea was very beautiful, and we were able to see sea turtles and coral.

とても楽しかったです。ガイドさんがとても慣れた方で、ところどころ三線も引きながら説明してくださいました。この日は晴れていたので景色も最高で、ガイドさんが写真を撮ってくださる場面もありました。オプションで乗ったグラスボートも、海がとても綺麗でウミガメや珊瑚なども見ることができました。

Since I was traveling alone and didn't have a car, I was glad to be able to visit many tourist spots in a short amount of time. Both the guide and the driver were great, and I had a lot of fun.

ひとり旅だったので、車もないし、短い時間で、
沢山の観光地を回ってもらって良かったです。
ガイドさんも運転手さんもとても良かった、楽しかったです

We were blessed with warm weather and no wind. I didn't have high expectations for lunch, but it was very delicious. The guide sang several songs, and the snake lute was wonderful. I would like to participate again.

温暖で、風も無く良い天候に恵まれました。
昼食も期待してませんでしたが、大変美味しいかったです。ガイドさんが何曲も歌ってくれて、蛇三線も素晴らしかったです。又参加したいです。

I efficiently toured the beautiful spots of Ishigaki Island, which included lunch. The bus guide was very articulate and enjoyable to be with. I was impressed by the stunning scenery of Kabira Bay. I think the tour price was reasonable and a great deal.

石垣島の良い所を効率よく巡って昼食付きでした。
バスガイドさんもとてもお話上手で楽しい方でした。川平湾の景勝は美しく感激しました。
ツァー代金もお安くお得だと思います。

It was unfortunately rainy, but I was glad to be lent a large umbrella. The glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay was optional, but it felt like everyone was participating, making it hard to choose not to go. Overall, I was satisfied!

あいにくの雨でしたが、大きめの傘を貸していただき良かったです。川平湾のグラスボートは自由参加でしたが、みんな参加する流れ？という感じで行かないという選択肢をしにくかったです。でも全体的には満足でした！

I checked the weather forecast and thought it might be a good idea, so I quickly booked a kayak tour.

Even though it was January, we were blessed with sunny weather and a temperature of 25°C, making it a pleasant experience to paddle the kayak.

Kabira Bay is not just for looking; you have to immerse yourself in the sea! (laughs)

The staff were friendly, and it turned out to be a happy holiday.

天気予報を見て、これはいけるかもと思い立ち、急遽予約したカヤックツアー。

1月とはいえ気温25℃の晴天に恵まれ、気持ちよくカヤックを漕ぐことができました。

川平湾は、見るだけじゃなくて海に浸かってなんぼです！笑

スタッフのお兄さんもフレンドリーで、ハッピーな休日になりました。

I was nervous at first about doing SUP for the first time, but the guide taught us carefully, so even kids who aren't good at sports managed to do it somehow. It was warm even in January, so wearing just a swimsuit, an Airism parka, shorts, and leggings was just right. My child fell off the board and got soaked, but it seems like the water wasn't cold, so they enjoyed it (^ - ^). Kabira Bay was really beautiful and amazing! I want to experience SUP in Ishigaki Island again.

初SUPでうまくできるか最初は緊張しましたが、ガイドさんが丁寧に教えてくれたので、運動が苦手な子供でもなんとかできました。
1月でも暖かかったので、水着にエアリズムパーカーにショートパンツ、レギンスを履いただけでちょうどよかったです。子供はボードから落ちてずぶ濡れになってしまったけれど、水も冷たくなかったので気持ちよかったみたいです(^-^)
川平湾は本当に綺麗で最高でした！また石垣島でSUP体験したいです

This is my second time in Ishigaki Island, but I hadn't been outside the city center. The essence of Ishigaki Island lies outside the central area. There's no need to elaborate. You should go.

石垣島は2度めだが、中心地以外には行っていなかった。
中心部以外にこそ石垣島の本質がある。
詳しく述べる必要はない。
行くべし。