All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

I recommend Ishigaki Island because with the East Bus 5-Day Free Pass, you can almost go anywhere you want. Since you can only buy the bus pass with cash, it's great that VELTRA allows credit card payments.

石垣島はこの東バス５日間フリーパスがあれば行きたい所はほぼ行けるのでおすすめです。
バスで買うには現金一択なので、クレカ決済ができるVELTRAはいいですね。

The transparency is incredible. It's really beautiful.
I arrived earlier than my reservation time, and they let me board the previous boat. There's a dock a little distance away from the information center.

They take you to spots like sea turtles and Nemo.

透明度がハンパないです。めっっちゃ綺麗です。
予約の時間より早く到着したところ、1つ前の船に乗せてくれました。案内所から少し離れた所に船着き場があります。

ウミガメやニモ等のスポットに連れて行ってくれます。

Although we had to take an alternative course due to bad weather, I’m really glad I participated! (In the morning, we canoed on the Miyara River, and in the afternoon, we snorkeled at Ohsaki Beach.)

It had been about 10 years since I last did any marine activities, so it was quite physically demanding. However, I was able to see mangroves up close and spot many fish (including sea turtles!) in the beautiful waters of Ishigaki. I truly felt the great nature of Okinawa, and I think it was a wonderful experience!

It was a bit disappointing that we couldn’t do the SUP at Kabira Bay since it was a rescheduled tour, but I was able to go on another day, so it was no problem.

天候不良で代替コースになりましたが、参加してよかったです！（午前は宮良川のカヌー、午後は大崎ビーチでシュノーケル）
マリンアクティビティ自体10年ぶりくらいだったのでかなり体力的に大変でしたが、、マングローブを直近で見れたり、石垣の綺麗な海でたくさんお魚（ウミガメも！）をみれたり、本当に沖縄の大自然を感じることができるとてもよい体験だったと思います！
（振替ツアーだったので、川平湾SUPができなかったのは残念でしたが、別日に自分で行けたので問題なしです）

I purchased an unlimited ride ticket because I needed to transfer to the bus to the airport. However, I was disappointed to find out that it was not valid for one day from the date of purchase, but rather for 24 hours from when I got on the bus, which I didn't know.

帰りのバス用で空港まで行くのり
乗り継ぎが必要だったので、乗り放題券を購入しました。ところが、
購入した日の1日ではなくて、
バスに乗ってからの24時間乗り放題なので
それを知らなかったのでがっかりした。

I was able to encounter two sea turtles! There were also many fish swimming around, which made me very satisfied. Although I couldn't go to the Blue Cave due to the typhoon, I appreciated that they chose safe spots to enjoy each day. The mangroves in the afternoon were fun because there were no other tourists, allowing us to paddle the canoe leisurely with a small group. There were many photo spots, and I was happy to take a lot of pictures in the mangroves. It turned out to be a very healing trip.

ウミガメに2匹遭遇する事ができました！ほかにも魚がたくさん泳いでいてとても満足でした。青の洞窟は台風で行けなかったものの、その日その日の安全に楽しめるスポットを選んでくれるのも良かったです。昼からのマングローブは、他の観光客がいなかったこともありますが少人数で気ままにカヌーを漕ぐことができて楽しかったです。フォトスポットも多く、マングローブで写真もたくさん撮ってもらえて嬉しかったです。とても癒される旅になりました。

You show the reservation screen to the driver, who then fills in the expiration date and hands it back to you. It's slightly larger than a credit card, which is convenient and not cumbersome. If you lose it, that's it, so I used a transparent case that makes it easy to show during boarding and alighting. The routes with many tourists are very crowded, so there's no hassle with payment. It's a great deal, and I hope it continues to be available in the future.

予約画面をドライバーさんに見せ有効期限を記入して渡されます。
クレカより少し大きいくらいで、邪魔にならずありがたいです。
なくしたらそれまでなので、乗降時に見せやすい透明ケースに入れて使用しました。
観光客の多い路線はとても混雑しているので、支払の面倒もありません。
とにかくお得な券なので今後も存続してほしいです。

Passengers sit on the left and right seats surrounding the glass in the center of the boat. Depending on where you sit, you can't see the underwater view directly below you, but the crew carefully adjusts the boat's position so that everyone can see the creatures when they appear.

船の中央にあるガラスを囲むように、乗客は左右の座席に座ります。座る位置によって自分の真下の水中は見えませんが、生き物が現れると全員が見られるように、船員が船の位置を細かく調整してくれていました。

The parking lot was free, and there were discounts available, so I signed up. However, there wasn't really any explanation or guidance. I just got on the glass boat and looked around by myself. I thought they could at least tell us the names of the fish. While Kawahira is full of photos and information, when I actually went there, I felt like it was lacking a bit.

駐車場が無料、割引もありで申し込みしましたが
特になにか説明もなく、ガイドもなくて
ただグラスボートにのり自分で見るだけで
魚の名前とかくらい言ってくれてもよいと思った
川平は写真や情報にあふれているが
実際にいってみたら
うーん
もうひとつといった感じでした。

I experienced mangrove SUP and snorkeling during my trip to Okinawa. While paddling quietly down the mangrove river, the guide shared stories about the plants and creatures, making it not just about paddling but also a fun learning experience about nature. The atmosphere of the guides varied by location, which was another charm of the experience. During snorkeling, I was surrounded by colorful fish in the crystal-clear sea, and I even encountered a sea turtle! It was an emotional experience, feeling as if I was swimming alongside it, and it became an unforgettable time. It was the best experience to fully feel the richness of nature.

沖縄旅行でマングローブサップとシュノーケリングを体験しました。サップは静かなマングローブの川を進み、ガイドさんが植物や生き物の話をしてくれるので、ただ漕ぐだけでなく自然のことも学べてとても楽しかったです。場所ごとにガイドの雰囲気が違い、それも魅力のひとつでした。シュノーケリングでは透明度の高い海の中でカラフルな魚たちに囲まれ、なんと海亀にも出会えました！一緒に泳いでいるような感覚に感動し、忘れられない時間になりました。自然の豊かさを体全体で感じられる最高の体験でした。

This is a very nice snorkeling tour in Ishigaki. The guide is so kind of leading us have a wonderful snorkelling！

I participated in the mangrove experience on a leisurely canoe! The natural beauty of the mangroves, which I had never seen before, was truly stunning, and witnessing such nature that I can't see in the city made my heart race! I thought that with a stand-up paddleboard (SUP), I might be too focused on not falling to enjoy the scenery, so choosing the canoe was the right decision, haha. Of course, I think you can have plenty of fun with a SUP too!

As for snorkeling, I was incredibly lucky to encounter a sea turtle!! I was so happy! It's apparently quite rare, so I was fortunate. Although it was just for a short time (the sea turtle swam too fast), it was a very happy moment swimming alongside it.

The two experiences were led by different guides, but both were very kind and made me feel at ease to enjoy the activities! I definitely want to use this activity again!

マングローブ体験はゆったりカヌーで参加しました！初めて見るマングローブの自然はとても美しく、普段都会では見れない自然の姿を目の当たりにして、心躍りました！
supだと、落ちないように必死で景色を楽しめないかも、、と思ったのでカヌーにして正解でした笑笑もちろんsupでも十分楽しめると思います！！
シュノーケリングはまさかまさかの！！ウミガメに会えましたぁぁ！！嬉しすぎる！なかなかレアらしいので、運が良くてよかったです。
少しの時間だけでしたが(ウミガメの泳ぎが速すぎて)ウミガメと一緒におよげてとても幸せな時間でした。
2つの体験はそれぞれ別のガイドの方が担当してくださいましたが、お二方ともとても親切に案内してくださり、安心してアクティビティを楽しむことができました！！
是非またこちらのアクティビティを利用したいです！

It was a wonderful stand-up paddleboarding experience at Kawahira Bay with great weather! The blue sea and white sandy beach will be a lifelong memory. The guide provided thorough instructions, so I had no worries. I would love to participate again!

天気が良くて気持ちいい川平湾サップでした！
青い海に白い砂浜は一生の思い出になりました。
ガイドの方も丁寧にレクチャーしていただいて、不安はありませんでした。
また参加したいと思います！！

I started with snorkeling and had an extraordinary experience! It was a day that overwhelmed me with the beauty of the ocean in Okinawa!!!

Next time, I would like to participate in a mangrove tour as well.

シュノーケルから始まり、非日常を体験できました！沖縄の海の綺麗さに圧倒された1日でした！！！

次回はマングローブツアーにも参加したいと感じました。

I tried stand-up paddleboarding for the first time. Thanks to the guide Jiro's thorough instructions, I was able to stand up and paddle right away. The weather was nice, and the sea was clear, so it felt really good.

始めてsup をやりました。ガイドのじろうさんが丁寧なレクチャーをしてくださったおかげですぐに立って漕ぐように出来ました。天気も良く海が透き通っていましたので、とても気持ち良かったです。

Due to the impact of the typhoon, I received a notification the day before and instead of the Phantom Island, I experienced snorkeling at the Blue Cave. According to the guide, it was quite a lucky day, and I even got a 1,000 yen discount, so I was actually glad to have this option instead.

The guide kept the atmosphere lively on the bus, and even though most people were beginners, they regularly checked in with us, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

They also introduced various shops on the bus, which was very helpful. I want to try again next time!

台風の影響で、前日に連絡していただき、幻の島の代わりに青の洞窟のシュノーケル体験しました。ガイドさん曰くかなりの当たり日だったようで、1000円引きだったし寧ろこっちで良かったです。
ガイドさんが、バスの中でも盛り上げてくれ、ほとんどの人が初心者でしたが定期的に声をかけてくださり、安心して見ることができました。
バスの中で様々なお店を紹介していただき、大変参考になりました。
次はリベンジしたい！

Snorkeling was amazing! I was worried about the typhoon, but the weather was clear! The ocean was incredibly beautiful, and I was so excited the whole time. I encountered a sea turtle, and its sleeping姿 was so cute! I was healed by the sight of it sleeping peacefully. The staff were kind, and I was able to enjoy it safely, making it the best memory. I definitely want to go again!

シュノーケリングめっちゃ良かった！
台風が心配だったけど天気は快晴！
海はめちゃくちゃキレイで、テンション上がりっぱなしでした。ウミガメに出会えたんだけど、ウミガメの寝てる姿、すごくかわいかった！ゆっくり気持ちよさそうに睡眠してる姿に癒されました。スタッフも優しくて、安全に楽しめたし、最高の思い出になった。
また絶対行きたい！

The phantom island was very beautiful and mysterious. The guides were all very polite and it was a lot of fun. It became a wonderful memory.

幻の島はとても綺麗で神秘的でした。
ガイドの方も皆さん丁寧に接してくれてとても楽しかったです。最高に思い出になりました。

As always, it's convenient to be able to make purchases cashless even at the last minute. There are no urban bank ATMs on Ishigaki Island, so being able to make cashless purchases without withdrawing cash is a great help!

毎度ですが直前でもキャッシュレスで購入できて便利です。
石垣島には都市銀行のATMはなく、現金を引き出すことなくキャッシュレスでの購入は大変助かります！

Due to the typhoon, we were unable to go snorkeling, but the staff were very flexible and we were able to experience fulfilling activities! During the drive, they also shared recommendations for sightseeing spots, which made the overall trip feel more enriching. Stand-up paddleboarding was incredibly fun!

台風の影響でシュノーケリングを行うことが出来なくなってしまいましたが、スタッフの皆さんが柔軟に対応してくださり、充実したアクティビティを体験することが出来ました！
車での移動時間もおすすめの観光スポットなどを教えていただき、旅行全体の充実度が上がった気がします
サップ最高に楽しいです！

I had originally signed up for a half-day morning session, but due to weather conditions (high waves), we couldn't do SUP in the morning, so we quickly changed to a full-day course with snorkeling in the morning and SUP in the afternoon! We had different guides for the morning and afternoon, but both were excellent at keeping the energy up and made the activities very enjoyable. They also provided sightseeing information along the way, which felt like a bonus! It left a great impression that they engaged with us so earnestly, even though it’s something they do every day. I’m really glad I participated in this activity. I highly recommend it!

Many people might wonder what to do with their smartphones for photos, but they take great pictures from angles you can't capture yourself, so I think bringing a smartphone for photos is unnecessary. By the way, during snorkeling, they took 36 photos plus 4 videos, and for SUP, they took 15 photos. They will share them via LINE later. You can store your belongings like smartphones in the tour vehicle during the activities.

半日午前で申し込んでいましたが天候上の理由（高波）で午前中SUPが出来ないとのことで午前シュノーケリング午後SUPの1日コースへ急遽変更！
午前午後で違うガイドさんでしたがどちらの方も盛り上げ上手（上品な）でとても楽しくアクティビティをすることができました。道中は観光案内もして下さり得した気分♪ガイドさん側からすれば毎日の事？なのに一生懸命に接してくれることがとても好印象でした。参加して良かったと思えるアクティビティです。オススメです！

写真目的のスマホをどうするか悩まれる方も多いのではと思いますが、自分たちでは撮れないアングルで良い写真を撮ってくれるので写真目的のスマホは不要と思います。ちなみにシュノーケリングでは36枚＋動画4本、SUPでは15枚の写真を撮ってくれていました。後日LINEでシェアしてくれます。スマホなどの手荷物はツアー車にて車内保管できます。

It was a slightly exaggerated title, but for me, who was experiencing everything for the first time, it felt like all my efforts in everyday life were rewarded through this activity.

The communication with the participants (there's a bit of a lottery element here) and the cheerful, energetic staff was also one of the factors that lifted my spirits and made it very enjoyable.

What made me feel the world around me...

It was the great nature of Ishigaki Island!

And the surreal feeling of stepping into that environment to do SUP and snorkeling.

However, it's also true that these experiences are hard to come by without knowledgeable people guiding you.

There are probably various local rules as well (seriously, right?).

Our family has decided that our next activity will definitely be with pipi!

Thank you so much for everything this time! I'm looking forward to the day we can meet again!

少し大袈裟なタイトルでしたが💦

全てが初めての体験の私にとっては日頃の
現実での頑張りが全て報われたような気に
なれたそんなアクティビティでした😊

参加される方（ここはガチャ要素ですが） や明るく元気なスタッフの方達とのコミュニケーションもとても楽しく気分をアゲて頂いた要因のひとつとなりました。

私が何に世界線を感じたのか...

それは石垣島の大自然！✨

そしてそこに足を踏み入れてSUPやシュノーケリングをしてるという非現実感です🏝️

ですがこれらはやはり豊富な知識を持った人たちなくしてなかなか経験する事ができないのもまた事実です。

いろんなローカルルールも
あるでしょうしね（真面目かw）

わが家は次もアクティビティは
pipiさんで決まりです👍

この度は本当にお世話になりました！
また会える日を楽しみにしております😁

I experienced canoeing and snorkeling at the Blue Cave. The tour guide was friendly and shared a lot of knowledge about Ishigaki. It was fun, and I highly recommend it!

カヌーと青の洞窟シュノーケリングを体験しました。ツアーガイドの方も気さくで石垣のことをたくさん知れました。楽しかったです、オススメです！

I was looking for something to do for sightseeing since I couldn't match my schedule. This sightseeing bus was just right. It's easy to join, and I enjoyed listening to the guide's stories.

時間合わせの為何か観光できないのか、探してました。丁度良い感じの観光バスですね
気楽に参加できますし、ガイドさんのお話しには楽しく聞き入れました。

I participated in a canoeing experience with my two children. It was our first time, but it was more peaceful than we imagined, and the whole family enjoyed it.

First of all, the scenery was truly wonderful, and the nature viewed from the surface of the lake was very soothing. The canoe was stable, making it easy for beginners to paddle without any strain, which was reassuring physically. The children quickly got used to it and seemed happy to paddle on their own.

Additionally, our guide, Makoto, was very kind, and his explanations were easy to understand. He was always attentive, allowing us to focus on the experience with peace of mind. The attention to safety was thorough, so even as first-timers, we could enjoy it without anxiety.

Overall, it was a very satisfying experience. We had a great time enjoying nature as a family, and I definitely want to do it again.

子ども二人と一緒にカヌー体験に参加しました。初めての体験でしたが、想像以上に穏やかで、家族みんなで楽しめました。

まず景色が本当に素晴らしく、湖面から眺める自然はとても癒されます。カヌーは安定感があり、初心者でも無理なく漕げるので体力的にも安心でした。子どもたちもすぐに慣れて、自分で漕げることが嬉しかったようです。

また、担当してくださったまことさんがとても親切で、説明もわかりやすく、常に気を配っていただけたので、安心して体験に集中できました。安全面の配慮も行き届いていて、初めてでも不安なく楽しめます。

総合的に大満足の体験でした。家族で自然を満喫しながら楽しい時間を過ごせたので、ぜひまたリピートしたいと思います。

Since this ticket can only be purchased on-site with cash, I prefer to go cashless, so I choose Veltra. Moreover, I can purchase it at a discount using points, which is incredibly convenient. I've been going to the supermarket, so I've already gotten my money's worth.

このチケットは現地で購入するには現金のみなので、なるべくキャッシュレスにしたい私は、ベルトラさん一択です。
しかも、ポイント使用でお安く購入できて、便利でしかありめせん。
スーパーへ行ったりしてるので、元は取れています。

The half-day course for SUP and snorkeling at the Blue Cave did not have enough participants, so I only joined the SUP. (I was told that if it were a full-day course, I could participate in both.)

It was my first time doing SUP, but the explanation from H was easy to understand, and the stability of the board was better than I expected, allowing me to smoothly glide across the water. H took many photos for us, and thanks to their friendly and cheerful personality, I was able to enjoy myself with peace of mind! During the transfer, I appreciated all the information about Ishigaki Island that they shared. I would love to come back someday to do snorkeling at the Blue Cave.

SUP&青の洞窟シュノーケルの半日コースは催行人数に満たず、SUPのみの参加にしました。(1日コースなら両方参加できるとのことでした)
初めてのSUPでしたが、担当してくださったHさんの説明もわかりやすく、ボードの安定感も予想していたよりあったのでスムーズに海面を進むことができました。
写真もたくさん撮ってくださり、Hさんの気さくで明るいお人柄のおかげで、安心して楽しむことができました！送迎中も、石垣島の色々な情報を教えてくださり感謝です。またいつか青の洞窟シュノーケリングをやりに来たいです。

Thank you once again. If you're planning to go on a trip, I definitely recommend purchasing a pass. You can recover the cost with a round trip or three one-way trips.

今回もありがとうございました。
一度でも遠出するなら、必ずパス購入おすすめ致します。
往復もしくは、3片道で、回収できます。

Before we left, I was a bit anxious because it had been raining, but once the tour started, the weather improved rapidly, and we were able to visit the long-awaited Phantom Island under a clear blue sky. It was much more beautiful than in the photos, and I was moved by the white sandy beach and the crystal-clear sea. The guide was friendly and reliable, sharing not only information about the ocean but also recommending various restaurants in Ishigaki, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience. There were small children with us, but they were well supported, and even the ones who were initially scared seemed to have a great time. I want to go again.

行く前に雨が降っていたので少し不安でしたが、ツアーが始まってからはどんどん天気が回復して、青空の下で念願の幻の島に行くことができました。写真で見るよりもずっと綺麗で、白い砂浜と透き通った海に感動しました。ガイドのお姉さんも気さくで頼りになり、海のことだけでなく石垣でオススメのご飯屋さんなどいろんなことを教えてくれ、安心して楽しめました。小さい子もいましたが、しっかりサポートされてて最初怖がっていた子も楽しそうでした。また行きたいです。

The weather was nice on the day, and the waves were calm, allowing us to see clearly to the bottom! We could see fish and coral well, and the kids were delighted! Thanks to the calm waves, we were able to go further out and see a sea turtle, which made us really happy!

当日は天気もよく波も穏やかで底まで綺麗に見えました！
魚、サンゴもよく見えて子どもも喜んでました！
波が穏やかだったこともあり、沖の方まで行ってくれたおかげでウミガメを見ることができてすごく嬉しかったです！

I participated in a snorkeling tour at the Phantom Island and the Blue Cave with a friend. The Phantom Island truly lived up to its name, with a beautiful white sandy beach floating in the middle of the ocean, which was incredibly moving! It felt like a great commercial could be filmed there. Surrounded by endless blue sea, I took a lot of photos, creating the best memories.

It was my first time snorkeling, but the guide provided a thorough briefing, so I felt safe and enjoyed it. Colorful tropical fish came close to me in the water, and the corals were so beautiful that it really felt like being in a natural aquarium. The Blue Cave was also very mysterious; when sunlight streamed in, the colors of the sea sparkled beautifully! Exploring the cave was fun as well. After the experience, I felt pleasantly tired and fulfilled, making it a perfect day.

The guide was very friendly and shared a lot of information about Ishigaki Island, let us touch sea cucumbers, and took many photos and videos, creating lots of great memories. I highly recommend this for anyone who wants to fully enjoy the ocean in Ishigaki Island! I also went to buy the salt sataran-dagi that the guide recommended! It was freshly fried and incredibly delicious!

友人と2人で幻の島＆青の洞窟シュノーケリングに参加しました。
幻の島は、本当に名前の通り海の真ん中に浮かぶ白い砂浜が広がっていて大感動！良いCMが撮れそうでした。見渡す限りの青い海に囲まれて、写真もたくさん撮れて最高の思い出になりました。
人生初シュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドさんが丁寧にレクチャーしてくださったので安心して楽しめました。海の中ではカラフルな熱帯魚がすぐ近くまで寄ってきて、サンゴも美しすぎて本当に自然の水族館にいるようでした。
青の洞窟もとても神秘的で、太陽の光が差し込むと海の色がキラキラ輝いて、とてもきれい！洞窟探検も面白かったです。体験後は程よい疲れと充実感で大満足の一日になりました。
ガイドさんがとってもフレンドリーで、石垣島のことを詳しく教えてくれたりナマコを触らせてくれたり写真や動画をたくさん撮ってくれたので良い思い出がたくさんできました。石垣島で思いっきり海を楽しみたい方にぜひおすすめです！
ガイドさんがおすすめしてくださった塩サーターアンダギー買いに行きました！揚げたてめちゃくちゃ美味しかったです！