All Reviews for Snorkeling

In the morning, I experienced stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) at Ingyamarine Garden, where I could feel the beautiful Miyako Blue. The waves were calm, making it a great spot for beginners to enjoy SUP! In the afternoon, we went snorkeling at Shigira Beach, and I also enjoyed a stylish lunch in the Shigira area. We visited a spot known for a high chance of seeing sea turtles, and indeed, we saw them! Thank you for taking such wonderful photos with the sea turtles!

午前中は宮古ブルーを感じられるインギャーマリンガーデンにてSUPを体験しましたが、波も穏やかで初めてでもSUPを楽しめるとてもいいスポットだと思います！午後のシュノーケリングはシギラビーチだったのでシギラエリアでオシャレランチも楽しめました♪高確率でウミガメさんに会えると言われるスポットに行きましたがちゃんと、ウミガメさんいらっしゃいました＾＾ウミガメさんとの写真も素敵に撮っていただきありがとうございました！

I was anxious about snorkeling for the first time in decades, but with Matsuura's support, I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The sights were beyond my imagination; I swam with sea turtles and got to see clownfish up close, which was an emotional experience. They took many photos, and I find myself feeling moved again when I look back at them! I want to go back and meet Matsuura and the sea turtles again.

シュノーケリングは数十年振りで不安でしたが、松浦さんのサポートで安心して楽しめました。想像以上の光景で、念願の海亀と一緒に泳いだり、ニモを至近距離で観ることもでき、感動の連続でした。写真も沢山撮って頂いたので、後から見返しまた感動しています！また、松浦さんと海亀に会いに行きたいです。

I was really relieved by the flexible response during the sudden change of the meeting place. I was able to see the beautiful ocean and adorable turtles, creating the best memories!!! I'm grateful to the photographer who took care of everything!! I definitely want to use this service again next time!!

急遽、集合場所変更で慌ただしくなった中、柔軟な対応をしてくださり、ホントに安心しました。
ステキな海と、可愛いカメ達にも会うことが出来て最高の思い出ができました！！！
色々とお世話をしてくださったカメラマンさんに感謝です！！次回も絶対に利用したいです！！

It was my child's first snorkeling experience. At first, they were scared and couldn't let go of the float, but by the end of the tour, they were eagerly peering into the sea and having a great time! Our guide, Matsuura, was very gentle and adjusted to the child's pace, which made us feel comfortable leaving everything in their hands.

We were able to see a sea turtle in the moment it was sleeping, which was a very precious experience! I would definitely like to request Matsuura again for the next opportunity. Thank you very much! ^ ^

子供とって初めてのシュノーケリングでした。
最初は怖がって浮き輪から手を離せなかった子が、ツアー終盤には夢中で海を覗き込み楽しんでいました！
ガイドの松浦さんが子供のペースに合わせて、優しく声がけをしてくれたので安心してお任せできました。

眠る瞬間のウミガメが見れたり、とても貴重な経験ができました！
また次の機会もぜひ松浦さんにお願いしたいです。
ありがとうございました^ ^

It was my first time snorkeling, and our guide, Matsuura, kindly taught us, making it a wonderful experience. We had a private tour just for our family, and I was grateful that they proceeded at our pace since we were inexperienced. My child also completely fell in love with snorkeling and wants to do it again. We were able to see sea turtles and clownfish up close, and the photos turned out great— it was the best!

初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドの松浦さんが優しく教えてくれて、すごくいい体験ができました。
私達家族だけの案内になり、馴れない私達のペースに合わせて丁寧に進めてもらい、有難かったです。
子どももシュノーケリングがすっかりお気に入りにになり、またやりたいと言ってます。
ウミガメもカクレクマノミも、あんなに近くから見れたし、写真もバッチリ、最高でした!

I was worried about whether I would be able to see sea turtles, but I was able to see them! There was also snorkeling time in the coral reef area, and I had a lot of fun. I took many photos with the turtles, creating wonderful travel memories. Thank you, Kometani.

Regarding parking: The free parking at Shinjo Beach was full by around 8:30, and the paid parking in the back cost 2000 yen. It might be better to go early.

ウミガメに会えるか心配でしたが、ちゃんと会えました！ 珊瑚礁のエリアではシュノーケリングタイムもありかなり楽しめました カメとの写真も沢山撮っていただいて、 よき旅の思い出ができました。 コメタニさんありがとう 【駐車場に関して】 新城海岸無料の駐車場は8:30頃には 満車になっており、 奥の有料駐車場は2000円かかりました。 早めに行かれたがよいかも、、

I was really skeptical about whether I would actually get to see a sea turtle that I had never seen before, but then the sun-kissed handsome guide, Matsuura-san, appeared! Although the sea was shallow, the kids were initially scared to get in, but Matsuura-san quickly taught them how to use the equipment and swim with fins in about three minutes, and they were soon swimming with joy.

After confirming that the kids could swim, Matsuura-san promptly took us to the long-awaited sea turtle spot. At first, I thought it was a rock, but it turned out to be the long-desired sea turtle!! (^^) Matsuura-san also showed compassion by reminding us that since sea turtles are wild creatures, we should refrain from touching them. I felt his wonderful character and was moved by the sea turtle, making it an unforgettable time!

Finally, after coming out of the water, the kids wanted to take a picture with Matsuura-san, and I appreciate how kindly he responded to them! (^^) The kids keep saying that they want to swim with Matsuura-san and the sea turtles again even after returning home. (^^;;)

Thank you for the amazing time. “See you again”… by Kazuma

まだ見たことないウミガメに本当に会えるのか半信半疑なところに日焼けしたイケメン松浦さん登場！！
遠浅な海とはいえ子供達は最初海に浸かるのも怖がっていたのにガイドの松浦さんが装備の使い方やフィンを使った泳ぎ方は3分ほどでレクチャーしてすぐ泳げるようになり、子供達も大喜び。
そんな泳げる子供たちを確認してからガイドの松浦さんは待望のウミガメスポットへすぐに案内してくれて、最初は岩かと思ったら、なんと念願のウミガメでした！！(^^)
ウミガメは自然の生き物だから触るのは我慢してねと言う生き物への思いやりもあり、改めて松浦さんの人柄を感じウミガメにも感動し最高の時間でした！！
最後に海から上がって子供達はガイドの松浦さんと写真を撮りたいと言って優しく対応してくれたことにも感謝しています！(^^)
子供たちはまたガイド松浦さんと一緒にウミガメと泳ぎたいなぁと故郷に帰ってからもずっと言っています(^^;;
最高の時間をありがとうございました。
“see you again”…by kazuma

It was my first experience, but the preparation and explanation of precautions were thorough, and the guide was kind during the snorkeling, which allowed me to enjoy it fully and with peace of mind. The guide was well-versed in the conditions of the sea and knew the spots with sea turtles and many beautiful fish, enabling us to enjoy ourselves efficiently. I received many beautiful photos, which became wonderful memories. Thanks to the careful instruction on snorkeling techniques during this tour, I was able to rent a snorkel at the beach later and enjoy it freely on my own. It may seem like a given, but the rental equipment at the beach is often of poor quality, and experiencing snorkeling with well-fitted, sturdy gear on this tour helped me discover the joy of snorkeling. Thank you, Mr. Matsuura, for a wonderful experience.

初めての体験でしたが、準備や注意事項の説明も丁寧でシュノーケリング中も親切にガイドしてくれたことで安心して思い切り楽しめました。
ガイドの方は海の様子、ウミガメやたくさんのきれいな魚のいるスポットを熟知されていて、効率的に充分楽しむことができました。
写真もたくさんいただけ、どれも綺麗で本当に良い思い出となりました。
このツアーで丁寧にシュノーケリングの方法を教えていただき実践できたことで、後日、ビーチにてシュノーケルをレンタルし一人で自由に楽しめるまでになりました。当たり前の事なのかもしれませんが、ビーチのレンタル品はあまり質が良くなく、こちらのツアーで体型に合ったしっかりした装備で体験できたことでシュノーケリングの楽しさを知ることができたと思っています。
ガイドの松浦様、すばらしい体験をありがとうございました。

I had heard that we would be able to see sea turtles, but since it's nature, I tried not to get my hopes up about what would happen. However, when I actually went, two sea turtles swam right up close to us, and it was amazing! Watching them eat seaweed and come up to the surface to breathe was just too cute.

Our guide, Matsuura, was very thorough in teaching us how to take photos with the sea turtles and how close we could get, which I really appreciated. They took nearly 70 photos for us, and it was truly moving.

ウミガメに会えるとのふれこみでしたが、自然のことなのでどうなるか分からないなと期待しないようにしていたのですが…実際行ってみるとなんとすぐ近くでウミガメが2匹も泳いできてくれて最高でした！海藻を食べる姿や水面に出て呼吸する姿がかわいすぎました。
ガイドの松浦さんがとても丁寧にウミガメとの写真の撮り方やどれくらいの距離まで近づいていいのかなど教えてくださったので、本当にありがたかったです。お写真も70枚近く撮ってくださって、感動です。

Thank you very much. I was satisfied with the sea turtles being shown to us properly and the photos being sent. During the snorkeling, I felt reassured as you were always attentive to everyone's condition.

ありがとうございました、ウミガメもキッチリと見せて頂き写真も送って頂いて満足しています。
シュノーケリングの途中でも常に全員のコンディションを気遣っておられ安心できました。

The instructor, Hikaru, provided a thorough lecture and shared interesting facts about the ocean, making it a very enjoyable tour. I was able to encounter two sea turtles and see beautiful coral and fish up close, so I am very satisfied.

インストラクターのヒカルさんが丁寧にレクチャーしたり、海の豆知識等を教えてくださりとても楽しいツアーとなりました。
ウミガメを2匹遭遇でき、美しい珊瑚や魚を間近で見ることができたのでとても満足しています。

I have gone snorkeling many times both domestically and internationally, but since I only do it about once a year, I always feel excited each time.

I usually enter by boat, but my first beach entry at Shinjo Beach was shallow and I felt it was very suitable for beginners, children, and people like me who only do it occasionally.

Our guide, Matsuura, taught us in a clear and polite manner.

I was incredibly thrilled to see a large sea turtle up close!

Thank you very much for taking so many photos.

After the fun snorkeling, I received information about sightseeing in Miyako Island.

About two hours after we finished, I remembered that I had a problem at Shinjo Beach and that Matsuura had said, "If there's anything else, please let me know..." I took him up on his offer and consulted him, and he really helped me out! Thank you so much for your support!

シュノーケリングは国内外で何度もしていますが、年に一度くらいなので、毎回ドキドキします。
いつもボートエントリーなのですが、新城海岸で初のビーチエントリーは遠浅で、初心者やお子さま、またわたしのようにたまにしかしない人にはとても向いていると感じました。
ガイドの松浦さんは、丁寧にわかりやすく教えてくださいます。
大きなウミガメが、
すぐに！ものすごく近くで！！見られて大感激！！！
写真もたくさん撮っていただき、どうもありがとうございました。
楽しいシュノーケリング後も、宮古島観光について情報をいただきました。
終わって2時間くらい経った頃に新城海岸で困り事があり、松浦さんに「他にも何かありましたら・・・」と言っていただいたことを思い出し、お言葉に甘えて相談したら、助けていただき本当にお世話になりました！！！

We were blessed with great weather from the morning, and I felt fortunate to have the guide assigned to us. We encountered many sea turtles and were enveloped in happiness. The sea turtles were wonderful, but I was also glad to meet our guide, Matsuura. Thank you very much! I would be happy if we could have the same course and the same guide next time.

朝からいいお天気に恵まれ、担当して頂いた方に恵まれウミガメ君もたくさん遭遇してもらえて幸せに包まれました。ウミガメ君も良かったですが、担当して頂いた松浦さんに遭遇出来てよかったです。
ありがとうございました次も同じコースで同じ担当なら嬉しいです

For our honeymoon, we went to Miyako Island for the first time. Since I had never seen a sea turtle before, I was looking for one and found this snorkeling tour through Veltra, which had great reviews, so I made a reservation. Although we changed from our originally planned location to Shigira Beach, we were fortunate to quickly spot a sea turtle thanks to the attentive guidance of our host, Matsuura-san! We also got to see many beautiful fish, and we were lucky to catch the sea turtle during its nap time! Matsuura-san explained everything in a very easy-to-understand way, which made it enjoyable for us as well. The photos you sent us were incredibly well taken, and I am truly satisfied! Matsuura-san, who is kind and handsome, please keep up the great work! When we come back to Miyako Island, we look forward to seeing you again!

今回新婚旅行とゆーことで、初めて宮古島に行きました。
海亀を見たことがなかったので、みたいと思い探していたところ、ベルトラさんで今回のシュノーケルをみつけ、評価もよかったので予約しました。当初予定の場所から変更になりシギラビーチにいきましたが担当の松浦さんの丁寧な案内をうけてすぐに運良く海亀発見！綺麗な魚も沢山みれて、海亀のお昼寝の時間もタイミングよく見ることができました！すごく分かりやすくお話してくださるのでこちらも楽しかったです。
送って頂いたお写真も最高に上手でほんと大満足です！優しくて男前の松浦さん！これからも頑張ってください！また宮古島来た時は宜しくお願いします！

It was my first time snorkeling, but Mr. Matsuura taught me carefully, so I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind!

I was glad to take pictures with sea turtles and clownfish! I also received photos of corals and colorful fish, and I am very satisfied!

初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、担当の松浦さんが丁寧に教えてくださったので、安心して楽しむ事が出来ました！

ウミガメやカクレクマノミと一緒に写真が撮れて良かったです！
その他にもサンゴや色鮮やか魚達の写真も頂けて、大変満足しています！

It was raining moderately, but the water was clear and beautiful. It was my first time snorkeling, and the guide, Matsuura, kindly taught me how to use the equipment, so I was able to manage it without any issues. We searched for sea turtles in the ocean and found one right away, allowing us to get quite close and take photos, which was fantastic. According to Matsuura, the sea turtles at Shinjo Beach are accustomed to people, so they don't flee as long as you don't touch them. In fact, we were able to get so close that it felt like we could touch them, making it a valuable experience. I highly recommend taking photos with the sea turtles! ✨

まぁまぁの雨が降っていましたが、海の中は透明で綺麗でした。
また、初シュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドの松浦さんが親切に教えてくださり、無事使えました。
ウミガメは海で探して、直ぐに見つけてくれましたかなり近づいて写真が撮れたのでとても良かったです。
松浦さんによると、新城海岸のウミガメだけは近づいても人慣れしているのか、触らなければ全然逃げないそうです。実際、私達も触れそうなくらいウミガメに近づいくことができ、貴重な体験になりました
ウミガメと写真撮影するなら凄くオススメです✨

In early April, our family of four, including elementary and middle school children, participated. It was the children's first time snorkeling, but our guide, Matsuura, adjusted to our family's pace, allowing us to observe the adorable feeding habits of sea turtles, which created wonderful memories. They also provided us with many beautiful photos and shared information about dining and sightseeing spots. They were truly a great guide, so when we travel to Miyako Island next time, we definitely want to request them again!

4月の上旬に小学生、中学生の子供達を含む家族4人で参加しました。シュノーケリングが初めてな子供達でしたが、ガイドの松浦さんが私達家族のペースに合わせて下さったので、ウミガメのかわいいお食事姿をたくさん観察することができ、とてもいい思い出になりました。キレイな写真もたくさん下さったし、食事や観光スポットまで教えて頂きました。ホントにいいガイドさんだったので、次回、宮古島に旅行する時も、是非、お願いしたいと思います！

Snorkeling at Shinjo Coast. I thought the seawater would be murky due to the rain on the day, but the visibility was perfect, and I was able to take many photos with sea turtles. It was my first time getting so close to sea turtles for a photo, and it was a wonderful experience. Thank you to the staff for their kind assistance.

新城海岸でのシュノーケリング。
当日は雨で海水も濁ってるんだろうなと思っていたところ透明度バッチリでウミガメとも写真が沢山撮れました。こんなに間近でウミガメと撮影したのは初めてで良い体験させて頂きました。スタッフの方々にも優しく対応して頂きありがとうございました。

Since I participated from snowy Hokkaido, I wondered if I could swim in the sea in Miyako in March. It was my first time wearing a wetsuit, so I was both anxious and excited to join. I am grateful to the staff who supported me so that I could participate in the tour with peace of mind, allowing me to have such a fun experience at over 60 years old. I am actively promoting this enjoyment at my workplace.

雪のある北海道からの参加でしたので、宮古では３月に海で泳げるの?と思いました。スウェットスーツを着るのも初めてでしたので、どうなることかと思いつつもワクワクして参加しました。60歳を過ぎてこんな楽しい経験をさせて貰うことができ、安心してツアーに参加できるようサポートしてくださった担当者様に感謝しています。この楽しさを職場でしっかりＰＲしています。

The day before, my daughter wasn't feeling well, so I was worried, but once we were in that situation, all concerns about her health disappeared.
Her first snorkeling experience was more amazing than I had expected. I never imagined there would be such wonders in the underwater world!
Thank you very much.

前日まで娘の体調がすぐれなかったので、心配でしたが、あのシチュエーションに体調不安はどこへやら。
初めてのシュノーケリングは思ってた以上に驚くものでした。海の中の世界ではあんなことやこんなことがあるなんて！
ありがとうございました

Due to bad weather from the previous day, the location was changed to Shigira Beach. The sea was calm, and there were many types of fish swimming among the coral reefs. They were very beautiful, with a variety of sizes and colors. Although the encounter rate with turtles at Shigira Beach was said to drop to 80%, at the very end, we received information that "there's one over here." We were able to see it up close while it was eating algae and surfacing for air (*^^*). We also took a lot of pictures. A guide (Komecchi) accompanied our family of four. He moved at just the right speed and occasionally asked, "Are you okay?" It was fun. Thank you very much.

I didn't feel cold in the wetsuit, but once I took it off, I was shivering, so I headed straight to a nearby hot spring.

前日からの悪天候でシギラビーチに場所が変更されていました。海の中は穏やかで珊瑚礁の間に沢山の種類の魚が泳いでいました。大きさも色も豊富でとても綺麗でした。シギラビーチはカメとの遭遇率が8割に下がるとのことでしたが、最後の最後に「こっちに居るよ。」との情報があり、藻を食べているところや息継ぎをしに浮上するところを間近で観ることができました(*^^*)写真も沢山とってもらいました。家族4人に 一人のガイドさん(こめっち さん)がついてくれました。ちょうど良いスピードで進み、時々「大丈夫ですか？」と声をかけてくれました。楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。
ウエットスーツで水は冷たく感じなかったけど、脱いだら震えるほど寒くて近くの温泉に直行しました。

I booked the morning sea turtle snorkeling course with SAP. As soon as I entered the water, I encountered sea turtles, and the staff took great photos of me with them. Meeting the sea turtles, which was my main goal, was such a thrill, and from there, I was able to swim with colorful, beautiful fish, which was incredibly moving! The staff guided us to points with lots of fish, allowing us to fully enjoy the beautiful sea and marine life. Since I had experienced SAP a few times before, I was able to get on the board relatively easily, but floating in the middle of the sea while feeling the ocean breeze was the ultimate luxury. Because it was the off-season, there were no other tour guests at all, so I was lucky to have the calm bay all to myself and enjoy a relaxed experience. In the latter half, while doing SUP, the staff shared many recommendations for food and shops in Miyako Island, making it very easy to plan my afternoon activities.

Both activities had staff who were friendly, approachable, and attentive, making it easy to connect and chat! Additionally, I appreciated that they took many photos during the activities and sent them to me via LINE! I can look back at the photos later as memories. In particular, the underwater photos with the sea turtles were something I couldn't help but brag about to others. I was extremely satisfied, and I definitely want to use their services again when I visit next time. Thank you very much!

午前中のウミガメシュノーケリング→SAPというコースで予約しました。 シュノーケリングは、海に入ってすぐのところでウミガメに遭遇できしっかりスタッフの方にウミガメとの写真を撮っていただきました。最初に大きな目標だったウミガメに会えたのでそこからは色とりどりのキレイな魚たちと一緒に泳ぐことができて大感動！魚の多いポイントにスタッフの方がずっと誘導してくださり、綺麗な海と魚たちを堪能できました。場所を移動して行ったSAPは何度か経験していたので、割とすんなり乗れましたが、海風を浴びながら海の真ん中を漂っている時間が、無になれて最高に贅沢でした。オフシーズンのため他のツアー客も全くいなくて、穏やかな湾内を独占してゆったりと出来たのもラッキーでした。後半は午後から宮古島おすすめの食べ物やお店の話をSUPしながらたくさん教えてくださり、午後の行動がとてもしやすかったです。
2つのアクティビティとも、スタッフさんがラフで気さくで丁寧ですぐに打ち解けて話せました！また、有難かったのが、アクティビティ中の様子をたくさん写真に撮っていていただき、LINEで送ってくださったこと！写真は後でゆっくり思い出として見返せます。 特に、ウミガメと一緒に撮ってもらった水中写真は周りに自慢しちゃちました。大満足でしたので、是非また訪れた際には利用したいです。本当にありがとうございました！

I was a beginner, but I had a great time.

Due to the weather, the location was changed, but I was able to meet a sea turtle! If I could wish for anything, I would have liked to swim a bit more. It would be great if you could offer a two-hour course.

This time, I changed into my swimsuit beforehand, but I would prefer to change back before heading home, so it would have been nice to have changing rooms and showers nearby.

The staff member in charge was Kometchi. They were very polite and attentive. Thank you very much.

初心者でしたがすごく楽しかったです。

天候の影響で開催地が変更になりましたが、ウミガメに会うことも出来ました！欲を言えばもうちょっと泳いでいたかったですね。2時間コースとか作って頂くとありがたいです。

今回は予め水着に着替えて行きましたが、帰る際はやはり着替えてから帰りたいので更衣室やシャワー室などが近くにあれば良かったです。

担当スタッフさんはこめっちさんです。とても丁寧に対応していただきました。ありがとうございました。

(I didn't bring my smartphone while snorkeling, so the photos are from SUP.)

First, about SUP: it was my first time ever on a stand-up paddleboard (also my first time on a board), but since it was held in a calm bay, I was able to enjoy a graceful time with the wind very easily.

Also, the snorkeling took place at a beach with plenty of fish and coral, which we reached by moving from the SUP venue. The terrain was typical of Miyako Island, featuring a mix of shallow and deep areas formed by deposits of coral and shells. The tropical fish and sea turtles I saw there were truly beautiful.

The staff were friendly and shared recommendations for good restaurants. If I have the chance to visit Miyako Island again, I would definitely like to make a reservation with them.

The sea around Miyako Island was not murky at all; it was really beautiful.

(シュノーケリング中スマホを持っていかなかったので写真はSUPです。)

まずはSUPから、人生初のSUP(ボードも初めて)でしたが、波が穏やかな湾内での開催ということもありとても簡単に風と共に優雅な時間が過ごせました。

また、シュノーケルはSUPの会場から移動して魚やサンゴの多いビーチで行いましたが、そちらもサンゴや貝殻などの堆積物でできた宮古島らしい、浅い場所と深い場所が混在した地形が広がっていて、そこでみた熱帯魚やウミガメはとても綺麗なものでした。

お兄さんたちの人柄も良く、おすすめのご飯屋さん等教えていただけ、また宮古島に来る機会があれば予約したいと思います。

宮古島の海は濁っておらず、本当に綺麗でした。

Stand-up paddleboarding was so much fun! It looked difficult, but once I tried it, it was really easy and enjoyable. The ocean was beautiful, and the coral really showcased the charm of Miyako Island. Snorkeling was also amazing; I got to see the clear water and even spotted a clownfish for the first time. It was wonderful! Thank you so much!

サップとても楽しかったです♪
難しそうに見えましたがやってみると
すごく簡単でたのしかったです。
海も綺麗でサンゴもすごく宮古島の良さが
伝わりました^ ^
シュノーケルも海の綺麗さ初めて
海でカクレクマノミもみれて、
素敵でした^ ^ありがとうございました^ ^

I couldn't see any sea turtles, but I was satisfied with the beautiful ocean. I think it's easy enough for those who are not good at exercising, so I recommend it!

ウミガメは見れなかったけど、海が綺麗で満足しました。
運動が苦手な方でも簡単に出来ると思うのでおすすめです！

At first, I was anxious being alone, but once the tour started, those worries disappeared. Thanks to the kind and attentive advice from the staff, I was able to participate joyfully. Also, thank you to the other tour participants for being friendly.

最初は一人で不安でしたがツアーが始まるとそんな心配もどこ吹く風＾＾
スタッフの皆さんの優しく丁寧なアドバイスのおかげで楽しく参加することができました。
また、他のツアー参加の皆さんともフレンドリーにさせて頂き有難うございました。

You can swim with turtles!
This time, I participated in the SUP & Sea Turtle Snorkeling one-day course. One thing I regret is that I thought I would wear a wetsuit for SUP, so I didn't bring a rash guard or leggings. It's better to be in a swimsuit even in winter for sunburn and cold protection. Also, if you usually wear glasses, it's a good idea to prepare a float in case they fall off. I hesitated and took off my glasses, but I regret not being able to see the beautiful sea clearly.
Putting preparation aside, the tour itself prioritizes safety and provides easy-to-understand instructions for beginners.
Ingyamarine Garden is a great spot for SUP cruising with no waves. It's interesting to go through rocky areas and over bridges. Some participants even saw rays swimming.
After lunch, we moved to Shigira Beach for snorkeling. I thought there would be turtles in the shallow water during low tide, but the turtles come from the open sea during high tide into the enclosed natural pool, so we aimed to search for them there. We swam about 200-300 meters towards the rocks and coral, but those who couldn't swim could hold onto a float while the instructor guided them. We encountered colorful fish and even Nemo. Among us, one participant spotted a turtle. When we chased it, we encountered a leisurely swimming green sea turtle and swam together for about 15 minutes. It didn't seem scared of us or try to escape.
The instructor took many photos, so if you're worried about losing your camera, you don't need to bring one. They will send the photos later via LINE.
The chance of encountering a turtle was 30%, but we were lucky.
It became an experience that we can cherish and talk about forever.

カメと泳げます！
今回、SUP&海カメスノーケル1日コースに参加。私の準備不足だったことは、SUPの時にウェットスーツを着るものと思い、ラッシュやスパッツを持たなかったこと。SUPは冬でも水着のままなので日焼けや寒さ対策はした方がいい。また、普段メガネの方は落ちた時のことを考えてフロートを準備した方がいい。迷ってメガネを外したものの、綺麗な海を鮮明に見ることが出来なかったことは後悔あり。
準備はさておき、ツアーそのものは安全を第一に初心者にもわかりやすくレクチャーしてくれます。
インギャーマリンガーデンは波もなくSUPクルーズに良い場所。岩場を抜けたり橋を超えたり、面白いと思います。参加者の中にはエイが泳いでいるのを見た人もいました。
お昼を挟んでシギラビーチにシュノーケルのため移動。干潮で浅瀬にカメがいるのかと思ったら、満潮時に外洋から入ってきた亀が閉ざされた天然プールの海にいるので、そこを狙って探すというもの。200-300メートル泳いで岩場や珊瑚に向かいますが、泳げない人はフロートに捕まりインストラクターが誘導してくれます。カラフルな魚やニモにも会えます。そんな中、参加者の一人が亀を目撃。追いかけるとゆったりのんびり泳ぐ青海亀に遭遇。15分ほど一緒に泳ぎました。人を怖かったり逃げたりもしません。
インストラクターさんが写真をたくさん撮ってくれるので、カメラ紛失の不安がある方は持たなくても大丈夫。後にLINEで送ってくれます。
亀遭遇率30%の確率でしたが、私達はラッキーでした。
いつまでも思い出を語り継げる体験となりました。

In mid-February, the waves were rough, and due to the weather and the morning time, the sun was hidden by clouds, making it even colder... I started with a feeling of anxiety, wondering if I would be able to see a sea turtle.

Even though it was cold in the water, I kept moving my legs, which made it more bearable. After swimming a bit, I didn't see any sea turtles, but the coral reefs and the small, colorful fish swarming around them were so beautiful that I forgot about the cold and the turtles, and I was captivated. I felt that this experience was worth it just for that.

Thanks to the guide's experience and intuition, while swimming and changing course, we encountered a large sea turtle swimming gracefully! It was eating algae on the coral reef, and I was able to get close enough to observe it closely. It was so moving that I wanted to keep watching it and forget the time.

That day, we encountered two turtles, which was a bit fewer than expected, but I was able to take my time and observe them closely, and seeing both large and small sizes was interesting as I could understand the differences!

I highly recommend this as one of the activities you must experience when visiting Miyako Island!

2月の中旬で波は荒め、天候と午前中ということもあり、太陽が雲に隠れているので、余計に寒い。。。ウミガメに会えるかなと不安な気持ちでスタートしました。

海に入っても寒いことは寒いのですが、終始足をバタバタ動かしているのでまだマシです。少し泳いで、ウミガメはいないのですが、珊瑚礁、珊瑚礁に群がる小さくてカラフルなお魚がとても美しくて、寒さもウミガメのことも忘れて笑、見惚れるほどでした。これだけでも、体験した甲斐があると思いました。

ガイドさんの経験と嗅覚？で、進路変更しながら泳いでいると、大きなウミガメが優雅に泳いでいるところに遭遇！珊瑚礁につく藻などを食べているところでしたが、触れそうなほど近くまで行き、その様子をじっくりと見ることができました。時を忘れてずっと見ていたいほどの感動でした。

その日は2匹の遭遇と、数としては少なめでしたが、時間をかけてじっくり見れたのと、大小の2種類のサイズで見れたので違いも分かって興味深かったです！

宮古島に訪れた際には、必ず体験してほしいアクティビティのひとつとしてオススメします＾＾

We participated as a pair. The day before was cloudy, but today it was nice and sunny from the morning. We started from a calm spot near the sea, and depending on the weather, we went out to the sea along the way. I liked the green color of the water. There is always an instructor present, so it's a safe optional tour. The meeting parking lot is small, so I think it's better to arrive early. Also, there is about a two-hour gap between the morning and afternoon tours. Since there is time for lunch, I think it's a good idea to check for places to eat in advance.

2人で参加しました。前の日は、曇りでしたが、今日は、朝から晴れで良かったです。海の近くの穏やかな所からスタート、天気次第で途中は海に出ます。海の色が、グリーンなのが良かったです。常時インストラクターが付いているので安全なオプショナルツアーです。待ち合わせの駐車場が狭いので、早めに到着するようにした方がいいと思います。それから、午前と午後のツアーの間が２時間くらい空いています。昼食の時間があるので、食べる場所を事前に確認した方が良いと思います。