All Reviews for Okinawa Snorkeling

I received a notification the day before that due to the effects of the typhoon, there was a possibility of changing from Kerama to a location near Okinawa Island. However, on the day itself, it was clear and I thought we would be able to go to Kerama. On the boat, I was told that we would not be going to Kerama and that we had changed to the location that was communicated the day before. The new location had very few tropical fish, and the water was murky, which was very disappointing. I wish the changed location had been a bit nicer.

台風の風の影響で慶良間ではなく、沖縄本島近くに変更になる可能性がありますと、前日に連絡はいただいていましたが、当日は快晴で慶良間に行けると思っていました。船上で慶良間にはいかないと、前日に連絡をした場所に変更になったと言われました。変更場所は熱帯の魚がほとんどいなく、水も濁っていてとても残念でした。
変更場所がもう少し素敵な場所だと良かったです。

On the day of the dive, there were a few people who experienced seasickness due to bad weather, but once we started diving, the weather didn't matter at all. Since it was my second experience diving and the entry point was from the boat, I felt a bit anxious, but the warm support from the instructor quickly eased my worries, and I was able to enjoy my third dive comfortably.

1. Entry points for the three dives:
- First dive: Chishi
We started with snorkeling, and once I got used to it, we moved on to diving. This helped me regain some of my diving skills. There were no issues with equalizing my ears. However, the position of my goggles was slightly high, which made it a constant battle with water.

- Second dive: Nozaki
Again, we started with snorkeling, followed by diving. I adjusted the position of my goggles slightly higher based on the instructor's advice, which significantly reduced water leakage. However, the goggles fogged up, leading to a new challenge with visibility. There were no issues with equalizing my ears, and I was able to dive down to about 10 meters. I also managed to consciously slow down my breathing.

- Sand Triangle: Encounter with two turtles
I decided to take on a third dive that wasn't initially planned, aiming to encounter turtles. Luckily, I was able to see two turtles. There were no issues with equalizing my ears or fogging up my goggles. I found myself spending more time away from the instructor's hand, which gave me a bit of confidence in my ability to dive independently. At one point, the instructor removed the regulator from his mouth and demonstrated a performance where a cleaning fish cleaned inside his mouth. I thought it was amazing and found it quite funny.

2. About the visibility
When I asked the guide, I was told it was approximately over 20 meters. Despite the bad weather, the Kerama Blue was still vibrant!

当日は悪天候で船酔いされた方が何人かいらっしゃいましたが、潜ってしまえば天候全く関係ありませんでした。
2回目の体験ダイビングでしかもエントリーポイントが船上だったので少し不安でしたが、インストラクターさんの温かいサポートで不安が一気に吹き飛び、おかわりの3ダイブ目も気持ちよく潜れました。
①3ダイブのエントリーポイントについて
・1ダイブ目:知志
　最初にシュノーケリングをやり、慣れたところでダイビングに移る。ここで若干ダイビングの感を取り戻す。耳抜きは問題なし。ゴーグルの位置がやや上だったので耐えず水との戦いになる。
・2ダイブ目:野崎
　同じく最初にシュノーケリングをして、次にダイビング。ゴーグルの位置をインストラクターさんのアドバイスでやや上に修正。浸水がかなり減った。しかしゴーグルが曇ってしまい今度は視界との戦いに。耳抜きは問題なし。10m位まで潜ることができました。呼吸も意識的にゆっくりするように心がけることに余裕ができました。
・サンドトライアングル:2匹の亀に遭遇
　当初は予定していない3ダイブ目に挑戦。目的は亀遭遇狙い。運が良く2匹の亀と遭遇できました。耳抜き問題なし。ゴーグル浸水曇り問題なし。インストラクターさんの手を離れる時間も多く少し自力で潜れる自信がついた勘違いをする。途中でインストラクターさんがレギュレーターを口から外し、お掃除するお魚に口のなかを掃除させるパフォーマンスを実演。めっちゃ凄いなぁと思ったのと同時に笑えた。
②透明度について
ガイドに伺ったところおおよそ20m以上とのことでした。悪天候にも関わらずケラマブルー健在です！

It was the best snorkeling experience I've ever had. I want to continue visiting the seas of Okinawa in the future. I want people around the world to know that Japan's seas are just as good as those overseas.

過去一素晴らしいシュノーケリングでした。今後も沖縄の海へ通いたい思いました。海外の海に負けず劣らずの日本の海を世界の皆さんに知ってもらいたいです。

I participated with my two middle and high school daughters, making it a family of four.

We were unable to go to the Blue Cave due to high waves right before our visit, so we changed to snorkeling at nearby points to see corals and fish.

Although we started the tour feeling disappointed, one wonderful aspect of this shop is that each group is assigned a staff member.

My shy daughters were able to move around just with our family, so they were able to relax without feeling nervous. We took many beautiful photos and videos in the clear sea, resulting in a very satisfying tour.

The shop's facilities were also fine (this is my personal opinion), and it was nice to have a clean place to change and take a shower.

Above all, the staff were very kind, and we were able to have a fun time throughout.

In September, typhoons and tropical depressions are likely to occur, which seems to reduce the chances of going to the Blue Cave, but on the plus side, there are fewer people, allowing for a more leisurely experience.

I would like to challenge the Blue Cave again someday, and I plan to request this shop again for that occasion.

中高生の娘２人と家族４人で参加させていただきました。

青の洞窟は直前で波が高くて行けないことになり、代替えで周辺のシュノーケルポイントでサンゴやお魚鑑賞へ変更。

がっかり状態からのツアー開始でしたが、このお店のサービスで素晴らしいのが１グループに１名スタッフがついてくれる点。

人見知りの娘たちも家族だけで動けたので緊張することもなく過ごせたし、きれいな海で写真や動画まで沢山取って貰って、結果大満足のツアーでした。

ショップの施設自体も問題なく（個人の感想です）清潔な場所で着替えたりシャワーを浴びたりできた点もよかったです。

そして何よりスタッフの皆さんがとても親切で終始楽しく過ごすことができました。

９月は台風や熱帯低気圧が発生しやすく青の洞窟へ行ける確率は落ちるみたいですが、その分人も少なくゆっくり楽しめますね。

青の洞窟は又いつかチャレンジしてみたいと思いますが、その際も今回のお店でお願いしようと考えています。

Unfortunately, I couldn't see any turtles, but snorkeling while feeding fish in the clear and beautiful sea was a wonderful experience. The staff was also kind and good. I think I'll try for a turtle revenge next time.

残念ながら亀は見れませんでしたが、
透明度が高く綺麗な海で魚に餌をやりながら
シュノーケリングは素晴らしい体験でした
スタッフさんも親切でGood
次回また亀リベンジさせて頂こうと思います

I was suddenly combined with a diving activity on the same day, resulting in a wait time of an hour and a half. My afternoon activities were canceled. It was the worst experience.

The instructor was professional, and I appreciate the transportation service, but if I have to wait an inexplicable hour and a half because of the diving activity, I wish I had been informed earlier. If I had known beforehand, I would have canceled...

I will never make a reservation again.

当日いきなりダイビングと一緒にされ待ち時間一時間半発生。午後のアクティビティキャンセル。最悪です。
インストラクターの方はしっかりされてますし、送迎もあり感謝してますが
ダイビングと一緒にされ謎の一時間半待つなんてこと起きるなら早く言って欲しい。
前から知ってたらキャンセルしてたのに、、、、
2度と予約しません。

I participated in a tour to see sea turtles with friends as a memory for my last days in my 40s. It had been about 20 years since I last went into the ocean, and I was filled with anxiety rather than excitement. However, thanks to the instructors' thorough explanations and their considerate encouragement for those who couldn't swim, I truly had a fun and valuable time, creating the best memories! Although it was a short half-day tour, we were well-informed about the spots to see the sea turtles, and we were able to see them properly!

40代最後の思い出に友達とウミガメに会えるツアーに参加しました。海に入るのも20年ぶりくらいで楽しみより不安で一杯でしたが、インストラクターの人達の丁寧な説明、泳げない人への気配り優しい声かけで本当に楽しく貴重な時間を過ごせてサイコーの思い出になりました！
半日という短い時間でしたがちゃんとウミガメに会えるポイントも分かっていてしっかりウミガメにも会えました！

I received support for snorkeling, and thanks to Doraemon, I was able to see the turtles while being guided closely. I also managed to stand up on the wakeboard. Everyone was really nice.

シュノーケリングでサポートしていただき、ドラえもんさんには付きっきりで引っ張っていただきカメを見ることができました。ウェイクボード？も何とか立てました。皆さんいい感じの方ばかりでした。

It was my first time snorkeling, and I really enjoyed it! Even though there were 22 people, they took care of us attentively, and we had a lot of freedom as well!

シュノーケリングは初めてだったのですが、しっかりと楽しめました！22人という大人数でしたが丁寧に対応してくださり、また自由度も高かったです！

The footage taken from the drone was truly beautiful and breathtaking. The snorkeling near the Blue Cave was enjoyable, even with small children, thanks to the attentive instructor.

ドローンからの撮影した映像は本当に綺麗で圧巻でした。青の洞窟付近でのシュノーケリングも小さい子供連れでしたがインストラクターの方がしっかりしてくれてましたので楽しめました。

I had a great time! The staff were also very friendly. Personally, I recommend adding water activities in addition to snorkeling! Also, there were quite a few people who got seasick, so I think it would be better to take motion sickness medication to enjoy it more.

とても楽しかったです！スタッフの方も親切でした。個人的にはシュノーケルに加えて、水上アクティビティをするのをお薦めします！あとは結構船酔いしてる人がいたので、酔い止め薬は飲んでおいた方が楽しめるかなと思います。

It was efficient and felt great! The ocean was incredibly beautiful. It would have been better if there were point transfers. The staff's response was also good!

テキパキしてて気持ちよかった！海は最高に綺麗でした。
ポイント移動があれば直良でした。
スタッフの対応も良かったです！

On the second day of our trip, we were worried about the typhoon on August 26. However, we were blessed with good weather and went out to the sea at Sesoko. I had my first experience with parasailing and banana boating, both at over 60. I was filled with anxiety, especially since I'm not great with heights, but parasailing was incredibly comfortable. The banana boat was also a lot of fun. It was the best experience!

8月26日台風が心配された旅行の2日目。天候に恵まれ瀬底の海にでました。パラセーリングとバナナボートに６０を超えて初体験。特にやや高いところが苦手な私にとって不安でいっぱいでしたが、、パラセーリングはめちゃ快適でした。バナナボートもめちゃ楽しかった。最高の体験をすることができました。

The experience of the diving was kind and attentive, which was great.

One concern I had was that the instructor suddenly referred to me as "mom," likely because there were children nearby (other people's children), which felt disrespectful and made me uncomfortable.

Other than that, everything was very good.

体験ダイビング親切丁寧で良かったです。

気になる点はイントラの人が側に子供さん(他の方の子供)がいたからか　いきなりお母さんと言われ
いかにも年配扱いされたことが不愉快でした。

その他はとても良かったです。

I tried snorkeling and parasailing for the first time. I received a message advising me to take motion sickness medication since I tend to get seasick, which was very helpful. If I hadn't taken it, I might not have enjoyed it as much. On the day of the activity, I had time to also try banana boating and other rides for the first time. I had a great time. I was a bit worried about my age, but the staff were very accommodating, and I made wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

初めて、シュノーケルやパラセーリングをしました。船酔いするので酔い止めを飲んでおいて下さい。と連絡をもらっていて助かりました。
飲んでなければもっと楽しめなかったかもしれません。当日に時間がありバナナボートや他の乗り物にも初挑戦。非常に楽しめました。年齢的にも無理かな？と思って挑戦したのですが担当の方達がとても良くしていただき良い思い出が出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

The boat was stable and comfortable. We encountered dolphins before reaching the snorkeling point!! The kids were thrilled. It was a meaningful day where we could fully enjoy the Kerama Blue.

船もゆれず、快適でした。シュノーケリングポイントに着くまでにイルカに遭遇！！子供たちも喜んでいました。
ケラマブルーが満喫でき、有意義な1日でした。

I participated in various activities and tours during my trip, but this was the most fun. The instructor was friendly and a great person, and the other participants were also nice, so we all had a wonderful time enjoying SUP and snorkeling together.

旅行中様々なアクティビティやツアーに参加しましたが、これが1番楽しかったです。
インストラクターさんもフレンドリーで良い方で、同時参加者の方も良い方だったので、みんなでワイワイとSUPとシュノーケルが出来てとても楽しい時間を過ごせました。

We participated as a family of three with our 6-year-old daughter. It was her second time snorkeling, and the first time in a year. The weather was great, and we were all thrilled to see so many fish at a fantastic spot, as well as the mysterious scenery of the Blue Cave! A super handsome guide led us, and our daughter was all smiles and really enjoyed herself!!! We were satisfied with all the photos and videos we received. I'm really glad we participated!

6才の娘を連れて、家族3人で参加しました。娘は一年振りのシュノーケルで、今回で2回目でした。天気もとても良くて、おさかなのたくさん見れる良いポイントと、青の洞窟の神秘的な光景に、家族全員ずーっと大興奮でした！めちゃくちゃイケメンのお兄さんが引率してくれて、娘もにこにこで懐いて最高に楽しそうでした！！！いただいた写真も動画も、全部満足です。本当に参加して良かったです！

My daughter, who accompanied me, dislikes snorkeling, so it was good that the time was short. The port is also close to Naha Airport, so depending on the flight, it seems possible to go on the last day as well. I recommend it for first-time snorkelers. However, there are a lot of people, including many foreigners.

同行した娘がシュノーケル嫌いなので、時間が短くて良かったです。港も那覇空港に近いので便によっては最終日にもいけそうです。初めてのシュノーケルにオススメだと。ただ人が多い。外人さんも多い。

I couldn't enjoy my experience because the staff was inflexible. Additionally, during the phone confirmation, I was told that there would be no issues for children or the elderly, but the staff on-site provided the exact opposite explanation. I felt that the responses given over the phone were aimed at preventing cancellations, which left me with a strong sense of distrust.

担当スタッフの融通が効かなかった為、
楽しめなかったことと、
電話確認の際、子供やお年寄りも全く問題無しと聞いていたのに、現地の担当スタッフは真逆の説明をされていたので、電話ではキャンセルさせない為の回答をしていたと感じ、非常に不信感に抱いた。

The size of the children's snorkel didn't fit, and it kept coming off during the experience, causing my child to swallow seawater and struggle. However, the instructor kindly helped to adjust it each time and spoke to us gently. After it was over, my child said, "That was fun. I want to do it again," so it was a good experience.

子供のシュノーケルのサイズが合わず、体験中何度も外れてしまい、子供も何度も海水を飲んで苦しんでいましたが、その度にインストラクターさんが親切に付け直してくれて優しくお声がけいただきました。
終わってから、子供が『楽しかった。もう一回やりたい』と言っていたので、良かったです。

I can't forget the Kerama Islands where I dived in my twenties, so I joined this tour. From the pickup to the cruiser to the snorkeling points, the safety-first approach of the Kerama snorkeling was excellent. The beautiful sea, coral, and fish were just as stunning as I remembered. Thank you to all the staff who assisted us! ✨

20代の時に潜った慶良間が忘れられず
今回のツアーに参加しました
ピックアップからクルーザーでポイントまで、安全第一の慶良間シュノーケリングは最高でした
昔と変わらず 綺麗な海と珊瑚、魚達に感動
対応してくださったスタッフ皆様ありがとうございました✨

My daughter, who used to dislike the ocean, said she wanted to go snorkeling. I signed up with some hesitation, but she seemed very satisfied with the beauty of the coral reefs. At first, she wore a life jacket, but later she was able to take it off and dive down. She was thrilled to see sea snakes and sea turtles. After it was over, she said she wanted to come back again. We are thinking about snorkeling again next year. Thank you very much.

海を嫌がっていた娘がシュノーケリングをしたいと言ってきました。半信半疑申し込んだのですが、珊瑚礁の美しさに大満足だったようです。最初はライフジャケットをつけていたのですが、途中からはずして潜ったりもできるようになりました。ウミヘビやウミガメを見えて大喜びです。終わった後、また来たいと言ってくれました。来年もシュノーケリングをしたいと思っています。ありがとうございました。

Thank you for the wonderful snorkeling experience in the beautiful waters of Okinawa! My daughters, aged 12 and 14, were a bit anxious about snorkeling since they aren't very good swimmers, but the instructor was incredibly attentive and provided thorough guidance. Additionally, with the support of wetsuits, life jackets, and bodyboards, the kids were truly delighted to see the coral reefs and tropical fish! The weather was perfect that day, and the water clarity was at its best! I would love to do this again if the opportunity arises. Thank you!

素晴らしい沖縄の海でのシュノーケリングをありがとうございました！
娘は12歳と14歳であまり泳ぎが上手ではないので、シュノーケリングに少し不安を抱えていましたが、インストラクターさんが本当に丁寧に教えてくださり、さらに、ウエットスーツ＆ライフジャケット＆ボディーボードの３段構えでサポートしてくれましたので、子供達は本当に喜んで珊瑚礁や熱帯魚たちを見ていました♪
この日はど晴天で海の透明度もMAXで最高でした！
また機会がありましたらぜひお願いしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました！

We had our first experience of snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding as a family. I am very grateful for the constant attention to ensure that my companions were comfortable, allowing us to enjoy the experience safely and happily! Thank you very much for today.

家族でシュノーケリング、及びSUP初体験させていただきました。体験した同行者に無理がないように常に目配りしていただき、安全に楽しく体験させていただき、大変感謝しております！本日はありがとうございました。

I had an experience that felt like being in the Dragon Palace with the transparent sea, fish, and sea turtles. There were many guests from overseas, making it lively and fun on the boat. The staff were cheerful, and they took a lot of photos, which made me very satisfied. I would like to participate again next year.

透明な海と魚たち、ウミガメ。まるで竜宮城にいるような体験ができました。海外からのお客さまも大勢いらして船の上でも賑やかで楽しかったです。
スタッフの皆さんも明るく、写真もたくさん撮っていただき大満足です。
また来年も参加したいと思います。

I traveled to Okinawa with my son. Since my son wanted to do marine sports, I applied for this program. We had a lot of fun with banana boat rides, jet boat rides, and an exploration tour. The sea in Okinawa is beautiful, and the weather was perfect—absolutely delightful!

沖縄に息子とぱぱ〔私〕で2人旅行しました。
息子がマリンスポーツしたい！といっていましたので、この企画に応募しました。
バナナボートとジェットボート、探検ツアーと盛りだくさん楽しませてもらいました。
沖縄の海が綺麗で、天気も最高、、満喫、満喫、言うことなし。

I had the impression that it would take about two hours by boat to reach the Kerama Islands, so I thought it would be difficult time-wise and had given up on the idea. However, this tour allows you to snorkel around the Kerama Islands in just 30 minutes from Naha. I was worried about seasickness, but 30 minutes is within my tolerance, and I felt a sense of fulfillment from coming to Kerama, making it a satisfying tour. I noticed there were many foreign guests, and I thought the crew must have a tough job.

慶良間諸島は船で約2時間かかるというイメージがあり、時間的にむずかしいかなと思い断念してましたが今回のこのツアーは那覇から30分で慶良間諸島のあたりでシュノーケルできる。
船酔いの心配があったので、30分ほどであれば許容範囲だし、慶良間に来たという充実感もあり満足なツアーでした。
外国の方が多くてクルーの人は大変だなと思いました。

It was my first experience with sea kayaking, and at first, I struggled to move forward, but they encouraged me each time, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind! They also kindly taught me snorkeling, and I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful sea of Okinawa. The main Blue Cave had truly stunning scenery, and I was moved by it. I had an absolutely amazing experience, and I would love to join another tour, like the sunset tour, next time!

シーカヤックは初めての体験で最初はなかなかうまく進めませんでしたが、その都度声をかけてくださり安心して楽しむことができました！
シュノーケリングも優しく教えていただき、沖縄の綺麗な海を堪能することができました。
メインの青の洞窟は本当に素敵な景色で感動しました。
本当に最高の体験をさせてもらい、次はサンセットなど、別のツアーでまたぜひお世話になりたいです。

If I had to say something, I wish the visibility in the water on the day had been a bit better. Also, while it can't be helped, it took a long time to anchor, and when we were packing up, it took time to remove the anchor (probably to avoid damaging the coral), which might have caused my partner to feel a bit seasick. I understand there are budget considerations, but it would have been nice to have cut fruits like pineapple available when we came back from the sea, similar to overseas tours.

絞りだして、しいて言うならば、
当日の海中の透明度がもう少し良ければよかったかと。
また、仕方ないことですが、アンカリングが時間がかかったのと、撤収の際もアンカーを外すのに（おそらくサンゴを傷つけないためだと思いますが）時間がかかってしまい、一緒に行ったパートナーが少し船酔いしてしまったことでしょうか。
予算のこともあると思いますが、海から上がった時に（海外ツアーのように）パイン等カットした果物がおいてあればありがたかったかもです。