All Reviews for Okinawa Snorkeling

I participated in a 2-hour tour. I was torn between the half-day course (4 hours), but the snorkeling time of about 1 hour was just right! (I think it was worth the price.) They took photos for us, but unfortunately, they only captured the surface of the water and people, which was a bit disappointing. It was a beautiful coral reef in the Kerama Islands, and I wish they had taken more pictures of the corals and fish. I regret not bringing my camera since I heard there would be photos included. I didn't know they were feeding the fish. I would have liked a proper explanation about that during the initial briefing.

2時間のツアーに参加しました。
半日コース（4時間）と迷いましたが
シュノーケル時間正味1時間くらいでも
丁度良かったです！（値段に見合った内容だと思います）
写真を撮ってくれたのですが、水面と人しか写ってなくてちょっと残念。せっかくの慶良間諸島の珊瑚礁だったのに、もっと珊瑚とか魚を沢山撮って欲しかったです。
写真付きと聞いていたのでカメラは持参しなったのが悔やまれる。
餌付けをしていたのを、知らなかった。最初の説明でその辺りもちゃんと教えて欲しかったです。

I had previously experienced snorkeling and diving but ended up feeling seasick. This time, I took medication after a long time and participated. When I first entered the sea, I was having fun and was completely absorbed. Gradually, I started to feel nauseous from the waves, and by the first break, I was already done. I couldn't get back in for the second time, which was disappointing. If I hadn't gotten seasick, I could have enjoyed it much more! I envy those who don't get seasick. But I'm glad I participated. I would have been even happier if I had been able to see a turtle.

The staff members were all kind and wonderful. Thank you very much.

以前にシュノーケリング、ダイビングを
体験して酔ってしまい💦
今回久しぶりに薬を飲んで参加しました。
海に入り、始めは楽しくて夢中でした。
だんだん波に酔ってしまい、
一回目の休憩で上がった時には
もうダメで、
2回目は、海に入れませんでした💦残念
船酔いしなければ、
もっともっと楽しめたのに❗️
船酔いしない人が羨ましいです💦
でも参加して良かったです。
カメに会えたらもっと嬉しかったです。

スタッフの方々は、
皆さん優しくて良い方でした。
ありがとうございました。

A nice day - the team was nice with us - the spot was nice too

The staff members were very kind and attentive, which made me feel at ease.

On the day I participated, there were about 30 people, and although there was some waiting time for preparations, there was plenty of time to enjoy, so it wasn't too bothersome.

スタッフの皆さまがとても親切で丁寧なので、安心できます。

私が参加した日は30人くらいいて、もろもろ準備待ちの時間があったものの、遊ぶ時間はしっかりあったのでさほど気になりませんでした。

The experience itself was wonderful. I definitely want to participate in the snorkeling tour again next time.

Perhaps the session we participated in was special, as there were many participants, but only five of them were Japanese.

The tour guidance was mostly in English, and I felt that the support for Japanese participants was somewhat lacking. Many of the local staff from the tour company were nice people. However, some of the foreign staff could only speak a little Japanese, and due to their busyness, there were some parts that were a bit problematic. Additionally, the lack of organization was concerning.

However, I am very grateful that they managed to find sea turtles despite the poor sea conditions after the typhoon.

It was a very good tour, so I rated it three stars in hopes of future improvements. Thank you for the enjoyable tour.

体験自体は素晴らしいものでした。
ぜひまた次の機会もシュノーケリングツアーに参加したいなと思います。

私たちが参加した回が特別そうだったのか、
定員いっぱいのツアー参加者が集まったが、そのうち日本人は5名だけでした。

ツアーの案内も英語多く、日本人への対応は雑に感じました。
ツアー会社さんの現地スタッフの皆さんはいい人が多いです。しかしながら、一部の外国人スタッフさんは日本語が少ししか話せず、忙しさもあって少し困る部分もありました。
また、段取りの悪さも気になりました。

しかしながら、台風後で海のコンディションが悪い中、ウミガメをなんとか探してくださって大変感謝しております。

とてもよいツアーなので、今後の改善を期待して、⭐︎3つにさせていただきました。
楽しいツアーをありがとうございました。

At first, I was scared of the ocean, but the various pieces of advice and the attentive service made it very enjoyable. Initially, I was a bit nervous thinking that fish might bite, but with the advice and the ease of feeding them, I became comfortable entering the water! Although I couldn't see anything from above, once I went in, I was able to see the beautiful scenery! It was a lot of fun♪ Thank you for the valuable experience!!

最初は海が怖かったけど、色々なアドバイスなど、丁寧に接してくれてとても良かったです👍最初は、魚など噛んでくるかと思い少し緊張して怖かったですが、アドバイスと共にエサもあげやすくなって海に入るのも平気になりました！真上から見ると見えないのに改めて中に入るととてもキレイな景色が見られました！楽しかったです♪貴重な経験ありがとうございました！！

The marine activities were absolutely amazing, just as I expected! Even more than that, the staff were so entertaining that I thought I might die laughing. Endo-san✌️

マリンアクティビティは期待通り最高だった！
それよりもスタッフの方が面白すぎて笑い死ぬかと思いました。遠藤さん✌️

As a 50-year-old man traveling alone, I participated on the last day of my two-night, three-day trip, utilizing the morning hours since my flight was in the evening.

When I toured the mainland, I noticed that the sea wasn't as clear as I had expected, which made me wonder. When I asked at the rental car shop, they explained that Okinawa experiences a lot of rain showers, and when rainwater rushes down from the mountains into the sea, it can get murky.

They mentioned that sometimes you just have bad timing. I was feeling disappointed and debated canceling my snorkeling plans, but I thought the Kerama Islands would be fine. When I arrived, I was surprised to see the bottom about 10 meters down from the boat! I couldn't help but exclaim, "What!?"

Once I got into the water, it was so clear that it completely changed my perspective on life; I could see endlessly, so even though it was deep, I wasn't scared at all! Instead, I was captivated by the beauty, and my heart was racing the entire time!

Even as a solo traveler, the instructor was very engaging, and I had a wonderful time! 🎵

50歳男性ひとり旅、二泊三日の最終日
夜にはフライトだったので午前中の時間を利用して参加しました。

本土で観光地を回った時に海が思っていた程透明感が無く、あれ？って思ってレンタカー屋さんに聞いたら、沖縄はスコールが多くて、山から一気に海に雨水が流れ込むと濁るんだそうです。

タイミング悪いとこんな日もありますよと。
ガッカリしていたので、シュノーケリングはキャンセルしようかと悩みましたが、慶良間諸島は大丈夫だろうと半信半疑で来てみたら、船の上から10メートルくらいの底が見えてる！え！？って思わず声が出ました。

海の中へ入ったらもう人生観変わるくらい透明でどこまでも見えるから深くても怖く無い！
むしろ美しさに心が鷲掴みにされて頭がずっとバクってました！

おじさん1人でもインストラクターの方が相手してくれるのでとても楽しめましたよ🎵

Thank you very much for the one-day boat experience diving and snorkeling in Kerama. I truly enjoyed it and had a wonderful time. I was also very happy to see a sea turtle. I had some anxiety since it had been a while since my last dive, but the staff provided thorough guidance, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind. Furthermore, the hayashi rice and shaved ice we had for lunch were exquisite! If there’s another opportunity, I would love to do it again.

慶良間での1日ボート体験ダイビング＆シュノーケリングでは大変お世話になりました。
本当に満喫できて、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。そして海ガメにも逢えて、とても嬉しかったです。
久々のダイビングで不安もありましたが、スタッフの皆さんが丁寧に指導してくださり、安心して楽しむことができました。
さらに、お昼にいただいたハヤシライスとかき氷は絶品でした！
また機会がありましたら、ぜひよろしくお願いいたします。

We were divided into three groups for snorkeling. The young male instructor was very business-like. Other groups had plenty of great photos taken, but our group only got a few ordinary pictures—mostly amateur snapshots. There was no sense of kindness in his words or actions. He simply mentioned that there were turtles, but we didn't have time to see them. It's a shame that such a fun tour was marred by this. I hope improvements can be made. The sea was beautiful, and having a place to use a shower was very nice.

３つのグループに分かれてのシュノーケリング。若い男性のインストラクターでしたがビジネスライク。他のグループは映える写真がいっぱい撮ってもらっていましたが、この班はありきたり写真が数枚のみ。ほぼ素人の記念写真。言動にも親切身は感じられず。カメも「いました」と一言。見る時間もなくスルー。せっかくの楽しいツアーが残念に。改善されるといいな。
海はきれいだし、シャワーが使えるところは大変よかったです。

Until now, I had only participated in full-day courses, but due to scheduling, I joined a half-day course for the first time. The points were close by, and the water clarity was excellent, allowing me to fully enjoy Okinawa's beautiful islands.

今まで1日コースでしたが、日程の関係で初めて半日コースに参加しました、ポイントも近く透明度も抜群だったので、沖縄の🏝️を堪能できました。

The weather was wonderful, and both parasailing and snorkeling were amazing experiences!

I was worried about getting seasick since I’m prone to it, but thanks to the calm sea, I hardly felt any seasickness and was able to enjoy the scenery. The wait for parasailing was long, but I had no complaints as I could enjoy the beautiful sea while waiting! Snorkeling was also fantastic; I was surprised by how many fish there were in the crystal-clear water!

It might be a good idea to use the restroom beforehand since there’s no break during the activities.

天気にも恵まれ、パラーセルもシュノーケルも最高の体験になりました！

船酔いしやすいので、心配していましたが、穏やかな海だったおかげで、船酔いもほぼせず、景色を楽しむことができました。
パラーセルは待ち時間は長いものの、その間きれいな海を見ながら待機できるので、文句なしです！
シュノーケルも、こんなに魚がいるのかと驚くほど、透き通った海で、最高でした！

お手洗いに行く暇もなく、ぶっ続けなので、そこだけ先に済ませておくのがよいかもしれません。

This was my first time participating. I joined alone, but the staff were kind, and I felt at ease. I thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful, crystal-clear sea, the coral, and the fish, and I was very satisfied! I would like to participate again! Thank you!

初めて参加しました。
1人参加でしたが、スタッフさんが親切で安心して過ごせました♪
素晴らしい透明感の美しい海、珊瑚、魚たちを堪能できて大満足です！
また参加したいと思います！
ありがとうございました！

I was able to see the beautiful sea in Okinawa. There were many fish swimming around, and it felt like being in another world. The staff were also very friendly, and I enjoyed the time on the boat without getting bored. Overall, both the boat and snorkeling experience were amazing. The slide was also a lot of fun.

沖縄の綺麗な海を見ることができました。魚がたくさん泳いでいてとても異世界にいるような感じでした。スタッフさんたちもノリが良く船内も飽きずに楽しめました。とにかく船内もシュノーケリングも最高でした。スライダーもとても楽しかったです。

I was really glad to experience snorkeling for the first time in Kerama. The water was crystal clear, allowing me to see the underwater world, including coral and various fish. I even got to meet a sea turtle and witnessed its breathing up close, which was truly moving.

Additionally, during the boat rides to each snorkeling point, I enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Okinawa's sea and islands. I even saw goats on the cliffs of the island, which was amusing!

All three points were enjoyable, and I felt like I could have swum even more. I definitely want to experience this again.

(Other)
Since I'm not a strong swimmer, I wore a life jacket. After the boat arrived at the snorkeling points, we had to swim a bit to reach the spots, so for those who are not confident in swimming, I think it's better to wear a life jacket to enjoy snorkeling safely and freely.

The snorkeling group and the diving group shared the same boat, but the snorkeling group spent time on the second floor. The second floor is more spacious, so I think you can relax there more comfortably.

The free shuttle bus gathers at a designated location for pickup, but on the way back, they dropped us off at our hotel.

初のシュノーケリングを慶良間で体験できて、本当に良かったです。
海が透き通っており、海中を見渡せ、珊瑚や色々な魚を見ることができました。
ウミガメにも会うことができ、ウミガメの息継ぎを間近で見ることができ、感動しました。

また、船での各ポイントへの移動時も沖縄の海や島々の景色を楽しむことができました。島の崖にいるヤギも見ることができました笑

３ポイントとも楽しく、泳ぎ足りないくらいでした。
ぜひ、また体験したいです。

（その他）
泳ぐのが苦手なので、ライフジャケットを着ました。船がポイントについてからも、ある程度泳いでスポットに移動しますし、安心して自由にシュノーケリングを楽しむためにも、泳ぐのが苦手な方はライフジャケットを着ていた方が良いかと思います。

シュノーケリングのグループとダイビングのグループが同船しますが、シュノーケリングのグループは２階で過ごしました。２階の方が広々としているので、ゆっくり過ごすことができるかと思います。

無料送迎バスは、ピックアップ時は指定の場所に集合しますが、帰りは宿泊しているホテルまで送ってくれました。

We participated in the 7 AM tour. The weather was great that day, and being early in the morning, the Blue Cave was like a private space just for my husband and me. Our guide, Mr. Kurosawa, was very kind and attentive, providing a comfortable experience that was easy for older couples, which greatly enhanced our enjoyment of snorkeling. I definitely think the 7 AM time slot is the best if you're going to participate. The tour was scheduled for two hours, but since it was just the two of us, we finished by a little after 8 and were back at the hotel by 9, allowing us to have breakfast. By around 8 when we got back on land, other tour groups were starting to arrive one after another, which was surprising. Indeed, the early bird catches the worm!

朝7時の便に参加しました。当日は天候も良く早朝なだけあり青の洞窟は私たち夫婦の貸切状態でした。ガイドの黒澤さんはとても親切で丁寧、熟年夫婦にも無理のない快適な案内で一層シュノーケリングの楽しさ倍増でした。参加するなら空いている7時が絶対にいいと思います。2時間とあったツアー時間でしたが私たち2人だけだったので8時過ぎには終わって9時にはホテルに戻り朝食を取ることができました。陸に上がった8時ごろには次々と他のツアーの人が訪れていて、びっくりでした。やはり早起きは三文の徳です！

◎Experience: Snorkeling & Introductory Diving in Kerama
◎30-40 minutes by boat from the port.
◎Facilities: Parking 300 yen, Shower usage 300 yen (Shower facilities could use improvement due to odor and water issues)
◎Guidance: Courteous contact via phone and SMS the day before

【Experience Details】
- Saw sea turtles
- Two instructors accompanied us, creating a friendly atmosphere for a safe and enjoyable time
- Exceptional visibility, with stunning views even from the boat. Underwater, surrounded by colorful fish and beautiful coral reefs
- High satisfaction as the guidance was tailored for both myself, a licensed diver, and my inexperienced companion
- We were able to take many photos, and they kindly accommodated additional diving on the spot if desired

【Snorkeling】
- Started with snorkeling
- Guided to a spot where we could see sea turtles

【Summary】
→ While the facilities were disappointing, the instructors' support and the beauty of the ocean were top-notch. They even recommended great dining options for the way back, making it a highly satisfying tour and a wonderful memory!

◎利用内容：慶良間でシュノーケリング＆体験ダイビング
◎港から船で30〜40分。
◎施設：駐車場300円、シャワー利用300円（シャワー設備は臭いや水しか出ないなど改善余地あり）
◎案内：前日電話･事前SMSで丁寧に連絡あり

【体験内容】
･ウミガメが見られる
・インストラクター2名が同行、仲の良い雰囲気で安心かつ楽しい時間
・透明度抜群で、船上からでも絶景。潜ればカラフルな魚や美しいサンゴ礁に囲まれる
・ライセンス持ちの自分と未経験の同行者、それぞれに合わせて指導してくれ満足度高い
・写真もたくさん撮ってもらえて、希望すればその場で追加ダイビングにも丁寧に対応

【シュノーケリング】
･はじめはシュノーケリングから
・ウミガメが見えるスポットまで案内してもらえた

【まとめ】
→施設面は残念だが、インストラクターの対応や海の美しさは最高レベル。帰り道のおすすめ食事処まで教えてもらえて大満足のツアーで最高の思い出になりました

We were blessed with great weather and had an active experience in clear skies. The explanation right after boarding was a bit hard to hear, but when I asked questions personally, they provided detailed answers. Between attractions, they encouraged us to try the slide on the boat, and each time I slid down, they flexibly took photos for us. I think the staff's response was also very good. Thank you!

お天気にも恵まれ快晴でのアクティブ体験。
乗船直後の説明は聞き取り難かったのですが個人的に質問させて頂く際には丁寧に説明をして下さいました。
アトラクション合間でも船の上で滑り台体験を進めて頂き何度も滑りその度に臨機応変に写真を撮影して下さいました。
スタッフの方々の対応も良かったと思います。ありがとうございました。

We participated with a group of 10, including an 8-year-old child. Seven of us experienced snorkeling for the first time, and although we had some anxiety, the explanations were thorough. By the end, everyone was smiling and very satisfied. The wonderful photos have become treasures for all of us. If we have the opportunity, we would love to visit again. We are also grateful to all the staff.

8歳の子供含め10名で参加させて頂きました
シュノーケリング初体験７名　丁寧に説明して頂き多少の不安もありつつ
終わった後はみんな笑顔でとっても満足でした。
素敵な写真もみんなの宝物になりました
機会があれば是非又お邪魔します。
スタッフの皆様にも感謝です

From the organised pick up to the embarkation process and quality of boat - these guys nailed it!Take your picnic and enjoy - the instructions are in all languages and the crew are very accommodating - you can play with the tots for a very very reasonable extra fee and the crew make it a lot of fun - honestly half day tour to paradise and back is just long enough and a great experience - would absolutely recommend !!!!

My 5-year-old grandchild had a great time. I, in my 60s, also enjoyed it. The Blue Cave was wonderful. We got to ride a boat, and both the grandchildren and the adults were very satisfied.

5才の孫がとても楽しんでました。60代の私も楽しめました
青の洞窟良かったです。ボートにも乗れて孫たちも大人も大満足でした。

It was a very enjoyable trip. It was my first time cruising, and I was able to feel both thrill and surprise while ensuring safety. I did get seasick and caused some trouble for the staff, but I truly appreciate how Zhang took care of me with great care, making tea and tidying up my surroundings.

とても楽しい旅行でした。初めてのクルージングで、安全が確保されたうえでスリルと驚きを感じることができました。船酔いをしてしまい、スタッフの方々にご迷惑をおかけしましたが、張さんが心を込めてお世話をしてくださり、お茶を入れてくださったり、身の回りを整えてくださったりと、本当に感謝しています。

I had concerns about typhoons in Okinawa in September, but we were blessed with beautiful sunny weather. We gathered a little before the scheduled time, received a brief explanation, and set off. We were on the boat for about 30 minutes, and the waves splashed so much that we ended up completely soaked, like it was an attraction.

Once we arrived at the spot, we first practiced snorkeling, learning how to use the equipment and the best points to explore. After that, we went snorkeling before diving. I was advised that breathing would be easier after snorkeling, and that turned out to be correct. Thanks to that, I was able to dive with confidence.

The instructor was very kind and attentive. They took a lot of photos and videos, which helped preserve the memories. It was a shame we didn't get to see any sea turtles, but I’ll take it as a sign to participate again in the future. Thank you very much!

9月の沖縄は台風のイメージがあり心配していましたが、お天気に恵まれた晴れた日でした。
時間少し前に集合し簡単な説明を受け出発しました。
船で30分ほど揺られましたが波飛沫がものすごく掛かるのでアトラクションみたいにずぶ濡れになりました。笑
ポイントについてからはまずはシュノーケリングの練習で使い方とポイントを教わりそのあとシュノーケリングをしてからダイビングでした。
呼吸がシュノーケリングしてからの方がやりやすいとのアドバイスだったのですが、正解でした。
そのお陰でダイビングも安心して潜れました。
インストラクターの方はとても丁寧で優しく接してくださいました。
写真や動画も沢山撮っていただけたので思い出の記録にも残りました。
ウミガメに会えなかったのは残念でしたが、ご縁なのでまた参加しなさいというお告げと思っておきます。
ありがとうございました！！

We experienced snorkeling, parasailing, and two marine sports in Kerama as a family. The staff were very kind and we had a lot of fun. The snorkeling was amazing; the water was clear and beautiful, and we could see the fish and coral well. We also had some great photos taken, which made for wonderful memories, but I think we might have been a bit greedy with the parasailing and the two marine sports. While we did get to experience snorkeling, we didn't get any photos taken during that part, possibly because we were running out of time. (We did have photos taken during the activities.) Since the sea was beautiful and we could see the fish well, I thought it might have been better to reduce the number of activities and enjoy snorkeling more thoroughly.

慶良間シュノーケリング＋パラセーリング＋マリンスポーツ2品を、家族で体験しました。
スタッフの方が親切に対応してくれて、かなり楽しめました。
シュノーケリングでは、海が透明で綺麗で、魚や珊瑚をよく見れました。
写真も撮ってもらっていい思い出になったのですが、パラセーリングとマリンスポーツ2品は欲張りすぎたかもです。
ちゃんとシュノーケリングも体験できたのですが、時間が押していたのか、シュノーケリングの写真は撮ってもらえず。
（アクティビティの時はしっかり撮ってもらいました）
海が綺麗で魚もよく見えたので、アクティビティをもう少し減らしてシュノーケリングをたっぷり楽しんでも良かったかな、と思いました。

The response I received when communicating over the phone in advance was terrible. Since I made the reservation, I dealt directly with the company, but it ended up making my friends, who participated with me, feel uncomfortable as well. I will not use this company again.

事前に電話でやり取りをした際の対応が最悪でした。予約したのが私だったので会社と直接やり取りしましたが、一緒に参加した友達にも嫌な思いをさせることになりました。ここの会社はもう使わないです。

We participated as a family of four, including a couple, a second-grade girl, and a three-year-old boy. The three-year-old was excited to see many fish while wearing a float and goggles. The older child seemed to have so much fun that she said she wanted to do more! The guide was very easy to talk to, and the children quickly warmed up to him.

夫婦と小2女児、3歳男児の4人で参加しました。3歳は浮き輪とバケツ眼鏡でしたが、お魚がたくさん見られて喜んでいました。
上の子も、もっとやりたい〜！と言うくらい楽しかったようです。
ガイドさんがとても話しやすく、子どもたちもすぐに打ち解けていました。

This time, I participated alone as a 64-year-old man. I was good at swimming, but since it was my first time snorkeling, I was a bit anxious at first. However, thanks to the kind and attentive support from the staff, I was able to relax and enjoy myself.

今回は1人で参加させて頂きました64才の男性です。
泳ぎは得意な方でしたが､シュノーケリングは初めてだったので､当初は少し不安もありましたが、スタッフの方々の親切丁寧な対応に安心して楽しめました。

I have participated in quite a few tours, but this was the worst experience I've ever had. There was no explanation beforehand, and no guidance upon arrival.

First of all, not having lockers for marine activities was very concerning. If I had known this in advance, I could have left my valuables in the car, but there was no such information provided.

Additionally, we were taken out to a very remote area and had to wait for hours on the anchored boat. About 80% of the participants were seasick and vomiting; it was a nightmare.

I understand the focus on efficiency, but I wish they would reconsider and think about the participants' experience.

今までかなりのツアーに参加してきましたが、ここまで酷かったのは初めてです。事前説明も到着してからの案内も説明もありません。
まずマリンアクティビティでロッカーが無いのは不安でしかありません。せめて事前に無いことが分かっていれば、貴重品を車に置いていくなりできますが、その説明も無し。
また、かなりの遠洋に連れて行かれ、停泊した船の上で何時間も待たされます。参加者の8割程が船酔いし吐いていて地獄でした。
効率重視は分かりますが、参加者の身になって考え直して欲しいです。

The sea was beautiful, and I had a lot of fun snorkeling! The slide was also enjoyable! The staff were kind, which made me feel safe.

海がきれいで、シュノーケリングをやってみたらとても楽しかった！
滑り台も楽しかったです！
スタッフの方々が優しくて安心できました。

The service was very polite and attentive, which was great. The quantity and quality of the fish were a bit lacking, but they taught us a lot about the surrounding islands. All the staff were kind and energetic.

とても丁寧で気配りができてて良かったです。
魚の数や質はイマイチでしたが周りの島の事などを沢山教えてくれました。
スタッフ皆さん皆んな親切で元気がありました。