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Ishigaki/Yaeyama
I booked a free plan for my trip around the islands, and for Taketomi Island! I heard it was a 20-minute walk to the town center, but I thought it would be tough in the heat. Just then, I found a shuttle bus that took me to Kaiji Beach (the star sand area)! It's about an 8-minute walk to Kondoi Beach, so I think if you get off at Kaiji Beach and book the shuttle bus while walking, you can explore efficiently.
I ended up writing mostly about Taketomi Island, but the Nakama River cruise, the water buffalo cart to Yubu Island, lunch on Yubu Island, and the smoothness of transportation were all wonderful too! Considering the boat fare to the remote islands, it's a great deal, and since it's difficult to do the same itinerary individually, I recommend it for those who want to quickly experience the atmosphere of each island!
3島巡り、竹富島はフリープランで予約しました！
中心街まで歩いて20分とのことでしたが、暑くて厳しそうだな、と思ってた矢先、巡回バスを見つけて、カイジ浜（星砂のところ）まで行くことができました！
コンドイビーチまで歩いて8分ほどなので、カイジ浜に降りて、歩いてる途中で巡回バスを予約すると、効率よくまわれると思います。
竹富島のことばかり書いてしまいましたが、その他、仲間川クルーズ、由布島への水牛車、由布島でのお昼ご飯、移動のスムーズさも素晴らしかったです！
離島への船の料金からすると、お値打ちだし、個人で同様に回るには難しい内容なので、サクッと各島の雰囲気を味わいたい人にはおすすめです！
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It was my first trip to Ishigaki Island.
Although it was during the rainy season, we were blessed with great weather, making for the best snorkeling experience.
Initially, I had booked a tour that included a morning visit to the Phantom Island and an afternoon at Taketomi, but due to the tides, the schedule was changed to Taketomi in the morning and Phantom Island in the afternoon.
Since the ferry times to Taketomi Island were fixed, we felt a bit rushed while exploring the island.
The snorkeling allowed us to see many tropical fish, and the staff even filmed underwater videos for us.
Phantom Island was truly beautiful, and I was amazed by it. It’s no wonder it’s used for commercial filming.
The staff were very friendly and flexible with the itinerary to ensure we had the best experience, allowing us to have a very enjoyable time.
初めての石垣島旅行でした。
梅雨期でしたが、お天気に恵まれて最高のシュノーケリングになりました。
当初、午前に幻の島・午後に竹富の予定のツアーで申込していましたが、潮の関係で午前竹富・午後幻の島に変更になりました。
竹富島へは往復のフェリーの時間が決まってしまったので、島内は少しバタバタと見てまわった感じでした。
シュノーケリングはたくさんの熱帯魚が見れたし、スタッフさんが水中のビデオも撮ってくれていました。
幻の島は本当にキレイでびっくりしました。CM撮影等に使用されるというのも納得でした。
スタッフさん達はとてもフレンドリーで、ベストな体験が出来るよう、行程も臨機応変の対応して頂いて、とても楽しい時間が過ごせました。
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It was cloudy that day, but the water was clear and beautiful, allowing us to see many fish and corals! Despite it being a weekday, there were a lot of people participating, and I thought it was great that the guide checked everyone's condition while leading the tour! The information the guide shared about Ishigaki Island was also very interesting, including recommendations for local restaurants that only locals might know! I truly hope everyone will participate!
この日は曇りだったのですが、海の透明度が高く綺麗で、魚やサンゴをたくさん見ることができました！！
平日にもかかわらず沢山の人が参加されていて、ガイドさんがみなさんの体調を確認しながらガイドされていたのが、良かったと思いました！！
ガイドさんの石垣島の情報もとても興味深く、現地の人しか知らないようなご飯屋さんの情報なども教えてくださいました！
みなさんもぜひ参加してほしいと心から思います！！！
Thank you for participating in the tour with Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi!
Although the weather was unfortunately cloudy and windy that day, your great energy and smiles made it enjoyable for me as well! I wanted to chat more, so please come back to Ishigaki Island again! ^_^
Next time, let's aim for perfect weather and have a rematch at the Phantom Island! We look forward to seeing you! ^ ^
Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi
Gin
この度は石垣島 ADVENTURE PiPiのツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました！
この日はあいにくの曇り空と風が強かったですが、お2人のノリの良さと笑顔で私自身も一緒に楽しませていただきました！
もっとお話ししたいぐらいでしたので、また石垣島に遊びに来て下さい^_^
次回は最高のお天気で幻の島リベンジしましょう！
ぜひお待ちしております^ ^
石垣島 ADVENTURE PiPi
ぎん
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The water buffalo cart ride was much slower than I expected, allowing for a leisurely experience. I was able to spend valuable time and it was enjoyable. It was more fun than I imagined.
水牛車の歩行が思った以上にゆっくりな歩行で、のんびりとできました。貴重な時間を過ごすことが出来楽しかったです。想像以上に楽しかったです。
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You can efficiently visit the highlights of the island, which is located away from the central area, such as Kabira Bay. During the移動中, the guide provided explanations about the island's history and performed songs on the sanshin, making the experience enjoyable without getting bored. While you can't spend a long time at each location, the tour allows you to disembark at the airport at the end, making it suitable for those with limited time.
川平湾など中心部からは離れている島の見どころを効率よく回ることができ、また移動中はガイドさんの島の歴史の説明や歌・三線の演奏もあり飽きずに過ごせました。
1箇所をじっくり見られるわけではありませんが、最後空港でも下車できるので時間がない方も楽しめるツアーだと思います。
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The water buffalo cart can hold about 10 people, and I sat at the very back. It was hard to hear what they were talking about, and I couldn't see the water buffalo.
水牛車は10人乗り位で、一番後ろに座りました。何を話しているか聞き取りにくいし、水牛が見えませんでした。
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I have used the island-hopping service several times, and I never get bored. This time, the boatman on the water buffalo cart showcased his sanshin playing and singing. It was a very peaceful time. Thank you very much.
これまでに何度か離島巡りを利用させて頂きましたが、全然飽きることがありません。
今回の水牛車では船頭？のおじさんが三線と歌声を披露してくれしました。
とても穏やかな時間が流れていました。
有難うございました。
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It was amazing! The water buffalo was quite large, but it had very gentle-looking eyes that were soothing. My grandchild was super excited feeding Anzu-chan!
最高でした水牛はかなり大きかったですが、とても優しそうな目をしていて癒されました。
※あんずちゃんへの餌やり孫は大興奮で喜んでましたよ！
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This is a very fulfilling course where you can enjoy the mangrove jungle on Iriomote Island, leisurely cross to Yufu Island by water buffalo, and finish with sightseeing in Taketomi Island. The movements were very smooth and well-organized, making for a stress-free day of sightseeing. The water buffalo are adorable, and there is a corner on Yufu Island where you can touch them. Taking commemorative photos is not mandatory, so it's fine whether you buy them or not. The mangrove cruise was magnificent, with a scale unique to Iriomote Island, exceeding my expectations. In Taketomi Island, I ended up renting a bicycle to visit the pier and the beach. There were also many cute water buffalo in Taketomi Island. Additionally, I enjoyed the scenery unique to Taketomi Island, with houses surrounded by stone walls. It was also nice that you could choose the return time for the ferry.
世界遺産の西表島でマングローブのジャングルを堪能し、水牛でゆっくり由布島に渡り、最後は竹富島観光で締めくくるとても充実したコースです。
とても手際よく流れるようにスムーズに移動できるのでストレスのない一日観光でした。水牛も可愛くて由牛島では触れるコーナーもあります。
記念写真は強制ではないので、買っても買わなくてもOKです。
マングローブクルーズは西表島ならではの壮大なスケールで想像以上に素晴らしかったです。
竹富島では、結局自転車を借りて桟橋やビーチに行きました。竹富島にも可愛い水牛が沢山いました。また、石垣に囲まれた民家が続き竹富島ならではの風景も楽しめました。帰りのフェリーは帰りの時間を選べるのも良かったです。
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My first trip to Ishigaki Island
Since I was here, I signed up for this island-hopping tour.
The mangroves of Iriomote Island were amazing, and the guide's explanations were clear, making for a wonderful experience.
初めての石垣島旅行
せっかくなのでとこちらの離島ツアーに申し込みました。
西表島のマングローブは素晴らしく、ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすくとてもいい時間が過ごせました。
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The mangrove tour was great, and the guide provided a lot of explanations that made me go "Wow, I see!" It was nice to hear the driver's charming stories during the bus ride. The water buffalo house on Yubu Island was amazing. The streets of Taketomi Island had a lovely atmosphere.
What stood out to me the most during this tour was how everyone involved was skilled at explaining things, making the stories interesting, and showing a love for their hometown and a spirit of service. It was truly enjoyable.
I think it would be fun to visit just to meet the people involved in this tour, not just for the content of the tour itself.
マングローブ遊覧 ガイドさんが色々説明（へー、なるごど連発）してくれて良かったです。
移動中のバスも運転手さんの人柄が出たお話素敵でした。
由布島 水牛舎は最高でした。
竹富島 街並みが風情があって良かったです。
今回のツアーで一番思ったことはツアーに関わった全ての方が説明が上手で
話しが面白く郷土愛とサービス精神があって本当に楽しかったです。
ツアーの内容だけでなく、このツアーに関わる人たちに会いに行くだけでも楽しいと思います。
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Honestly, I didn't have high expectations before going, but it was an absolutely wonderful experience! I'm glad I participated. The guide's stories and songs were very pleasant, and the time flew by. The water buffalo were also very smart and cute. This time, the weather was unstable, so I didn't rent a bicycle, but I still had fun with just the water buffalo. I highly recommend it!
正直、行くまではそんなに期待をしていなかったのですが…大変素晴らしい体験でした！参加して良かったです。ガイドの方のお話や歌がとっても心地良く、あっという間でした。水牛もとってもお利口さんで可愛かったです。今回はお天気が不安定だったので、レンタサイクルはしませんでしたが、水牛だけでも楽しかったです。おすすめします！
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Since my 58-year-old mother was with me, we avoided intense activities and opted for this tour instead. The flow was smooth, and it was a meaningful time without any waste. Even during the bus ride, the driver shared stories about Iriomote Island, which was very enjoyable.
58の母がいたので、激しいアクティビティなどは避けこちらのツアーに申し込みしました。
流れもスムーズで無駄のない有意義な時間でした。移動のバスでも運転手の方が西表島の話をしてくれとても楽しかったです。
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I had a fulfilling day overall! If I had to say something, I think it would have been nice to have a little more time for lunch to relax, but it was a great trip where I could enjoy a lot of nature!
！1日を通して充実した1日が過ごせました♪しいてゆうなら、お昼ご飯の時間がもう少しあるとのんびり出来て良かったかなと思いましたが、たくさん自然を満喫出来ていい旅でした！
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The mangrove cruise felt just like a real jungle cruise. The boatman skillfully navigated the increasingly narrow waterways due to the tides, pointing out flying birds and small fruits as we spotted them, which was impressive.
During the bus ride, the locals we usually encounter while sightseeing in Okinawa only used a slight dialect, but the driver spoke a little in Okinawan (Uchināguchi), which was easy to understand. It sounded almost like a spell!
The bus ride was short, but the scenery was very nice. We crossed to Yubu Island on a water buffalo, and I was amazed at how calm and intelligent the buffalo were. The buffalo I took a photo with was named Rui-kun. I was drawn to his expression, and the photo we took together became a wonderful memory.
The village on Taketomi Island had such an atmosphere that when viewed from the observation deck, it felt like I had entered another world. It was truly beautiful.
マングローブクルーズはさながらリアルジャングルクルーズ、干満の差でどんどんと狭くなって行く航路を上手に切り抜けながら飛んでる鳥や小さな木の実まで、見つけたら次々に指差しながら案内してくださる船頭さんがすごかったです。
バス移動では普段、観光で触れ合う沖縄の人達はちょっとした訛程度の方言しか使われていないのが運転手さんが沖縄弁（うちなーぐち）で少しだけ喋ってくださってよくわかりました。呪文の様でした!
バスでの移動は短い距離でしたが、景色含め、とてもよかったです。
由布島には水牛に乗って渡りましたが、とても穏やかで賢い牛さん達で驚きました。一緒に写真を撮った牛さんの名前はルイくん。彼の表情に惹かれて一緒に撮ってもらった写真は凄くいい思い出になりました。
竹富島の集落は展望台から見てみると異世界に来てしまったのではないかと思うほどの雰囲気があり、とても素敵でした。
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It was amazing to be slowly transported to Yufu Island on a water buffalo. The lunch was delicious too. The mangroves were beautiful. The bus guide on Iriomote Island shared many interesting stories. I want to go again.
水牛の上でゆっくり由布島まで運んでくれて、最高でした。また昼食も美味しくて。マングローブも素敵でした。西表島内のバスガイドさんが面白い話をたくさんしてくれました。また行きたいです。
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I thought it was quite a good deal at 4,700 yen for a half-day tour that included lunch. It was great to be able to efficiently explore places that are difficult to get around without a car. As for the meal... well, it was okay. I thought maybe something like soba instead of a hamburger would have been nice.
半日観光で昼食が付いて、4,700円でかなりお得だと思いました。
車がないと周るのが難しい所で効率良く観光でき、良かったです。
食事は…まあ、あんな感じかな。ハンバーグではなく、そばとかでも良いかな…とも思いました。
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It's an attractive course.
I was satisfied.
The beauty and tranquility of the mangrove forest.
The guide's enjoyable explanations were soothing to my heart.
Relaxing on the water buffalo cart on Yubu Island, the poignant performance of the sanshin remains in my heart.
Strolling around Yubu Island and the lunch were also delicious.
I recommend this course.
魅力的なコースです。
満足しました。
マングローブ林のみどりの美しさと静寂。
ガイドさんの楽しい説明。心が癒されました。水牛車でのんびり由布島は、三線な哀愁に満ちた演奏、心に残ります。
由布島での散策、そして昼食もおいしかった。
お勧めのコースです。
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I visited Ishigaki Island for the first time and participated in a tour. The weather was great, which made it very enjoyable. The tour was organized efficiently to cover the main points of the islands, and everything went very smoothly. I was able to learn about the charm of the Yaeyama Islands, so I would like to visit again and participate in other tours.
石垣島に初めて訪れ、参加しました。好天に恵まれとてもよかったです。ツアーは三島の主なポイントを効率よく見学できるようになっていて、とてもスムーズでした。八重山諸島の魅力を知ることができたので、また訪れて他のツアーに参加したいと思います。
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I have stayed in Ishigaki Island for a total of about two weeks, and I have ridden around the island both clockwise and counterclockwise on a scooter, so I have a good understanding of the roads and information about Ishigaki Island. However, this time I signed up for a bus tour with my wife.
The highlight was the guide's storytelling. From 9 AM until just after 2 PM, he talked almost non-stop.
Moreover, he was always smiling and shared a wide range of deep topics, from "secret festivals" known only to locals to seasonal flowers and fruits. At the end, he played the sanshin and sang, making it a truly enjoyable memory.
I highly recommend this tour.
私は石垣島に合計２週間ほど滞在したことがあり、原付バイクで石垣島を右回りと左回りで周回したこともあり、ある程度石垣島の道と情報を知り得る立場ですが、今回妻と一緒にバスツアーに申し込みました。
最高だったのはガイドさんの話です。朝９時から終了の１４時過ぎまでほぼ途切れることなく、ずっと話してくれました。
しかもずっと笑顔で、地元の人しか知り得ない「秘祭」のことや、季節の花やフルーツの話まで幅広く深い話でした。最後には三線を弾きながら歌も歌ってくださり、本当に楽しい思い出になりました。
猛烈におすすめできるツアーです。
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The guide provided a lot of explanations about the fish and even took pictures of sea cucumbers while diving! All the photos turned out great! Thank you!
ガイドさんがお魚の説明など沢山してくれたり、潜ってナマコを撮ってくれたりしました！
写真もいい写真ばかり！
ありがとうございました！
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The water buffalo cart I had always dreamed of! The water buffalo slowly crossing the shallow sea was so adorable. It was a sunny day, and the breeze felt nice. The sanshin music we heard inside the cart was wonderful. The gelato on Yufu Island was also delicious. I ended up getting a second helping!
夢だった水牛車！ゆっくり浅瀬の海を渡る水牛がとても愛らしく。当日は晴れていて風も気持ち良かったです。牛車の中で聞く三線も素敵でした。由布島にあるジェラートも美味しかったです。おかわりしちゃいました！
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If you don't rent a car, it might be good to try this◎
I think you can visit the main tourist spots with meals included.
On the day I went, the guide was a charming older gentleman with a great sense of humor, and he even played the sanshin during the trip. His singing voice was truly amazing…!
Also, at Kabira Bay, if you want to take a boat, it costs about 1,000 yen extra, but the view from the boat is incredibly beautiful, so I personally recommend going for it! If you're lucky, you might even see a sea turtle◎
レンタカー借りないなら利用してみると良いかもです◎
食事付きで主要な観光地はそこそこ回れると思います。
私が行った日はガイドさんが渋みのある素敵なおじ様で、話は面白いし道中三線も弾いて頂きました。何よりすんごい良い歌声やった…！
あと川平湾ではボートを希望すると別途1000円ほどかかりますが、ボートからの景色が凄く綺麗で個人的には乗ることをお勧めします！
運が良ければウミガメが見れるかも◎
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The staff was very accommodating, and especially the bus driver provided a thorough and friendly commentary on the history of Iriomote, its nature, and the current situation of depopulation, all while mixing in some jokes. The boat was large and comfortable.
スタッフの対応も良く、特にバスの運転手さんは西表の歴史、自然や今の過疎化の現状、冗談も交えて丁寧なうんてんとガイドでした。
船も大型で快適
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If you're going to Ishigaki Island, I recommend this for those who want to efficiently explore the island. The guide and driver from Iriomote Island has a gentle tone and provides a very detailed explanation of Iriomote Island. The guide on the cruise also gave a great explanation about the mangroves.
Additionally, riding the water buffalo across the sea is not just about the ride; during the journey, they share stories about the water buffalo and Yubu Island, and even play the sanshin and sing, which is a lot of fun.
On Taketomi Island, I chose to go cycling. In 90 minutes, since I’m not good at reading maps, I was focused on visiting three famous spots, and it ended in no time.
せっかく石垣島へ行ったなら、効率よく島を巡りたい方にはお勧めです。
お迎え、西表島のガイド兼ドライバーさんの口調も穏やかで、とても細やかに西表島の説明をガイドをしてくれます。クルーズのガイドさんのマングローブの説明もよかったです。
また、海を渡る水牛もただ乗車するだけでなく、乗車の間に水牛や由布島の話し、三線を弾いて歌ってくれて大変楽しめます。
竹富島ではサイクリングを選択。90分では、地図を読むのが苦手だったため、有名なスポット3つを巡るのに必死で、あっという間に終わりました。
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The weather was great, and the conditions were perfect. This tour around Ishigaki Island offers excellent value for money. The veteran bus guide's narration was enjoyable, and the course ended in no time. I would like to join the tour with my family next time.
天気がよくて最高のコンディションでした。石垣島を一周めぐるこのツアーはコスパ最高です。ベテランのバスガイドさんの案内も楽しくあっという間にコースが終了してしまいました。今度は家族と一緒にコースに参加したいと思います。
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I think it would have been difficult to visit the three islands individually, but since it was a tour, we were able to use our time effectively. I felt it was good to have come all this way. If possible, I would have liked to explore Taketomi Island a bit more leisurely. I wanted to see all the stunning beaches.
3島めぐりは個人ではスムーズに行けなかったと思いますがその点、思い切ってのツアーでしたので時間が有効に使えここまで来たのだから良かったと感じました。出来ればもう少し、竹富島をゆっくりと周りたかったです。絶景ビーチを全部見たかったです。
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I participated in a water buffalo cart tour on Taketomi Island. I was a bit anxious about taking my one-year-old child on the tour, but the ferry from Ishigaki was very spacious and comfortable. Also, the sightseeing on Taketomi Island while riding the water buffalo cart was fascinating for both my child and me, and it ended in no time. My child is usually not very quiet, but we were able to enjoy this tour without causing any trouble, so I highly recommend it.
竹富島にて水牛車ツアーに参加しました。
1歳児の子供を連れてのツアーで不安でしたが、石垣からのフェリーは大変広く余裕があり、また、水牛車に乗っての竹富島観光も子供も私も興味津々であっという間に終わりました。
うちの子供は大人しくできない方でしたが、このツアーは何も迷惑かけることなく楽しめましたのでおすすめです。
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We used this service on our last day in Ishigaki Island. We were very satisfied as they shared various stories about the island's events and customs while driving. As a couple who struggles with driving, this was a much-appreciated service. We would like to use it again when we visit Ishigaki Island.
石垣島最終日に利用しました。
島の行事や風習の話などいろいろ話しながら行っていただき、大満足です。運転が苦手な我々夫婦としてはありがたいサービスでした。
また、石垣島に行ったときには利用したいと思います。
Thank you for using our taxi tour service during your important trip. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back to Ishigaki Island. Thank you very much.
この度は大切なご旅行のひと時に、当社のタクシー観光をご利用いただきありがとうございます。是非また石垣島へお越しいただけます様心よりお待ちいたしております。ありがとうございました。
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The boat tour on Nakama River in Iriomote Island coincided perfectly with high tide, allowing us to reach areas that are usually inaccessible. We were able to observe a variety of mangrove species, making it a valuable experience.
西表島の仲間川遊覧では丁度満潮と重なり普段行けないところまで行きひるぎの種類も多く観察でき貴重な体験でした。
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