All Reviews for Top Okinawa Attractions

I booked this tour because of the promised visit to the butterfly farm and Churaumi aquarium. But on the tour I’ve realized that it doesn’t include butterfly farm since April 2019 even though it is still in the program.. We stopped in a few shops for tourists (including pineapple farm that suits kids) till we got to the aquarium after 4.5 hours on the road (direct driving on highway from Naha takes about an hour to there). In aquarium we were given 3 hours but I needed 4-5 hours to see other facilities as well. The place is huge and 3 hours would be enough only to see the aquarium.
On the way back we stopped again in the place selling local sweets for tourists, when most of these sweets can be found at the airport so it was waste of time again.. we were only 6 people on a cloudy day of the rainy season so I returned to Naha at 6 p.m (last drop off) but I can imagine that the way back can take 2 hours more just for dropping off every participant in different locations..

It was cloudy and rainy during the rainy season, but it was a great experience to visit famous tourist spots. The delicious food and singing on the dinner cruise, along with the night view (including the luxury cruise ship), were wonderful!

曇り、雨の梅雨空でしたが、有名な観光地を巡れて良い体験となりました。
ディナークルージングでの美味しい料理と歌、そして夜景(豪華客船も)が良かった❗️

I was very grateful for the quick response despite having to change the time at the last minute due to not being able to make it on time. The guide was kind and provided clear explanations and guidance, which made my wife, who is not very experienced at swimming, feel very comfortable and enjoy herself. I will definitely use this service again when I go back! Thank you for accommodating my requests this time! It was so much fun!

予定時間に間に合わず急遽時間変更したにもかかわらず迅速に対応して頂き大変助かりました。ガイドの方が親切でわかりやすく説明、案内してくれたので泳ぎに不慣れな嫁も凄く安心して楽しんでました。行った時は是非また使わせて頂きます！今回はワガママ聞いて頂きありがとうございました！凄く楽しかったです！

The Churaumi Aquarium was enjoyable to explore at a leisurely pace, and we were able to take proper restroom breaks. It was truly a valuable tour. I think it's a tour that can be enjoyed whether you're alone or with a few people.

美ら海水族館もゆっくりと回れたし、トイレ休憩もちゃんと取れたし、本当に価値あるツアーでした。一人でも数人でも楽しめるツアーだと思います。

The weather was nice, so I was able to fully enjoy it. The bus guide's stories were also fun, so I didn't get bored on the bus. Since it was my first trip to Okinawa, I really enjoyed this packed tour. Next time I go, I think I would like to rent a car and take my time visiting the places I liked.

お天気が良かったので満喫できました
バスガイドさんのお話も楽しくバスの中も退屈せずに済みました
沖縄旅行が初めてだったので、この盛りだくさんのツアーはとても楽しめました
次に行く時は気に入った場所にレンタカーを借りてゆっくり行きたいかなぁと思います

If you want to efficiently explore the central and southern parts of Okinawa Main Island, this tour is very good. I chose a plan that included dinner and dancing because I wanted to learn as much about Okinawa as possible. It was quite a good deal!

沖縄本島の中部と南部を効率よく回りたいのならば、このツアーはとても良いです。
私は出来る限り沢山の沖縄を知りたかったので、夕食と踊りがつくプランにしました。なかなかお得でした！

My husband, our two children, and I participated in a tour. Our main goal was to visit the aquarium, so we looked for a tour that would allow us to leave late and return early.

The aquarium was larger than I expected, and I wanted to see other facilities as well, but it felt like there wasn't enough time. However, for me, who was focused on seeing the whale sharks, it was great to be able to watch them at a leisurely pace. At Kouri Island, I recommend bringing a change of clothes. My kids, one in elementary school and the other in preschool, ran straight into the beautiful sea and ended up soaking their pants (laughs).

Also, the guide introduced us to various Okinawan songs and dialects, which was fun. Although it wasn't us, I appreciated how the guide quickly made phone calls and changes for those who were stuck in traffic on the way back and were worried about missing their dinner reservations.

Next time, I definitely want to join a different tour! ♪

主人と私、子ども二人で参加。水族館に行くのが目的で、遅く出発して早めに帰ってこれるツアーをさがして申込ました。
水族館は、思ったよりも広く水族館の他の施設も見たかったけど、時間がたりない感じでした。でも、ジンベイザメを目的にしていた私にとっては、ゆっくりジンベイザメを見れてよかったです。古宇利では、着替えをもっていくことをお勧めします。うちの子は小学生と年中ですが、きれいな海に一目散に走っていってパンツまで濡れてしまいました(笑)
あと、ガイドさんが沖縄の唄や方言をいろいろ紹介してくれて楽しかったです。
私たちではなかったですが、帰りが事故渋滞で夕食の予約に間に合わない人の為に、すばやく電話や変更などをしていた姿がよかったです。
次回は、また違うツアーに是非参加したいです♪

Okinawa might be best explored by rental car. However, I made a reservation for my parents who were hesitant about driving in an unfamiliar place. Our accommodation was in Naha City, but they found it appealing that they could visit all the places they wanted in one day. They were worried that their time at the aquarium would be short, but that wasn't the case; they were able to relax and enjoy watching the fish. They were also happy that the entrance fee and meals were included, which helped keep additional expenses down. This option might be perfect for those who want to be active but feel physically uncertain about doing it on their own.

沖縄はレンタカーで周るのがいいかもしれません。
ただ、慣れないところを運転するのは嫌だという両親のために予約しました。
宿泊が那覇市内でしたが、１日で行きたいところを周れるのが魅力だったとのこと。水族館での時間が短いかと心配していましたが、そんなことはなく、のんびり魚をみることができて癒されたそうです。入場料や食事も込みで、追加の出費も抑えられたと喜んでいました。アクティブに動きたいけど、自分たちだけでは体力的に不安な方にはぴったりなのかもしれません。

The guide was very kind, and we were able to feed the animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery! If you're looking for a blue cave experience, this is definitely the place! I highly recommend it!

ガイドさんがとても優しく、餌をあげれたり
綺麗な景色を堪能できました！！
青の洞窟体験なら間違いなくここ！
おすすめです！

I participated in the morning half-day tour on June 4th!

It was my first time snorkeling, and I felt a bit anxious about going alone. However, the staff were friendly and explained everything clearly, which quickly eased my worries.

The waters around Kerama were incredibly beautiful, with deep shades of blue and green that left me in awe. I loved seeing the shimmering schools of fish. If I could wish for more, I would have liked to see a turtle too.

I appreciated the hotel pickup service! They also took photos, which made for great memories. I definitely want to participate again. Thank you!

6/4午前半日に参加しました！

初めてのシュノーケリング、一人参加に不安をおぼえつつの参加でした。スタッフの皆さんが気さくで、わかりやすく教えてくれたのですぐに不安はふっとびました。

慶良間の海はとてもきれいで深い碧と青に感動。魚の群れがキラキラ見えてすごくよかった。よくをいえば亀にも会いたかったなぁ。

ホテルピックアップもしてくれてありがたい！
写真も撮ってくれるので記念になります。
ぜひ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 efficiently visit many places, and the duration of the stay was just right. I think this price is a great deal, including the admission and transportation fees.

効率良くたくさんの場所を巡れ、滞在時間も丁度良かったです。
見学料金、乗車料金含めてこの料金はお得だと思います。

I have snorkeled for decades all over the world--Blue Cave is a treasure. The staff at Bokenjima took wonderful care of me (even though they spoke barely any English, it didn't matter in the water!). This is an experience not to be missed.

We didn't even stop at Ryugujo, the butterfly paradise. We had an hour lunch break near a hotel with shops/food court and I was expecting Okinawa soba as stated in the itinerary but we got a "hot sandwich" which ended up being a tiny triangle of basically taco salad sandwich. Had to go buy a bowl of Okinawa Soba to have enough to eat. We spent 40 minutes at the pineapple park. We definitely didn't need a whole hour for lunch as tiny as it was. It simply forces you to buy more food at the food court. Not going to see the butterflies at all was a huge disappointment. No explanation given as to why we didn't even go.
We had 3 hours at the aquarium which was great. Wish we had more time there.

Such an incredible day! From the very beginning everything ran smoothly thanks to the beautiful staff who tried their best to speak English and accommodate to everyones needs, including a bus pickup service from my front door step in the morning and return at the end of the day!
On arrival we were able to store valuables, given a great quality wetsuit to wear for the day and welcomed onto the boat for the day where complimentary drinks and lunch were provided (vegetarian friendly!) as well as shower, changeroom and toilet facilities and a great safety briefing and run down of the day from staff in various languages.
The stops were incredible and thanks to the staff we were able to download images of each destination for free which will definitley be held onto for years! The water was warm and as stunning kerama blue as you expect and we were lucky enough to see so many fish and a few turtles whilst exploring!
Overall a really great and unforgettable day which ultimately came down to a really well working team of guides!
Tip for anyone going on this, regardless of if you have a history of travel sickness, bring some medication with you and some sun protection!

I participated with my parents in their 60s. Since all three of us are inexperienced drivers, it's great that we could visit northern tourist spots on a bus tour. The travel was comfortable in the cool interior of the bus. I think the price, which includes tickets to the aquarium and lunch, is a fantastic deal. My parents seemed to enjoy visiting various tourist attractions. I believe this is a tour I can recommend to everyone!

６０代の両親と参加しました。
３人ともペーパードライバーなので、バスツアーで北部の観光地に行けるのはありがたいです。
移動も涼しい車内で過ごせて快適でした。
水族館のチケット、お昼御飯がついてこの値段は破格だと思います。
両親もいろいろな観光地を回れて楽しそうにしていました。
みんなにおすすめできるツアーだと思います！

The attendant was kind, and even though it was my first time snorkeling, I felt at ease. Even someone like me, who is very prone to seasickness, was able to go, so I definitely recommend trying it at least once.

アテンダーのお兄さんも優しく初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが安心してできました。船酔いに弱すぎる僕でも、行けたので一度は行った方がいいですね。

I am very satisfied. The refreshing smiles and kind assistance from the guide and driver made me feel energized despite the long distance. I will definitely use this service again when I visit Okinawa.

大満足です。ガイドさん並びにドライバーさんの爽やかな笑顔、親切な対応に長距離にもかかわらず、疲れも吹っ飛ぶ気がしました。再度来沖する際も利用させていただきます。

I was able to efficiently visit the tourist spots, and the guide's explanations were wonderful. I had a very satisfying day!

観光地に効率よく行くことができたことはもちろん、ガイドさんの説明が素晴らしく、大変満足のいく一日を過ごせました！

This is my second time participating. The instructor was the same as last time, Mr. Osaka. The conversation was enjoyable, and I was the only one there, so I could talk without worrying about others. This time the weather was good, and unlike last time when the fish wouldn't come close without bait, this time many fish came close enough to reach without any bait. The Blue Cave was truly vibrant blue, and depending on the angle, it occasionally changed to a greenish color, which was very beautiful. I'm not very confident in my physical strength as I'm nearing my sixties, but with snorkeling, as long as I float, I can easily be taken to the "Blue Cave." I participated alone again this time and had many photos taken, but next time I definitely want to bring my wife along.

Thank you, Mr. Osaka, for your help.

今回で2回目の参加です。
インストラクター前回と同じ大坂さん。
会話も楽しく、しかも私一人の貸し切り状態で、周りに気兼ねなく話す事が出来ました。
今回は天候もよく、魚も前回は餌がないと近くに来てくれませんでしたが、今回は餌が無くても近くに手が届くくらいにたくさんの魚が寄って来てくれました。
青の洞窟も本当に青々していて、角度によっては時折緑がかった色に変わり大変奇麗でした。
体力に自信ない還暦近くの私ですが、シュノーケリングは浮いていれば「青の洞窟」まで連れて行ってもらえるので大変楽に参加できます。
今回も一人の参加で写真もたくさん撮っていただきましたが、次回こそ家内を連れて参加したいと思います。

大坂さん、お世話になりました。

I participated in a half-day tour on Wednesday morning, May 22, 2019. It was my first time snorkeling, and I was anxious, but I had a great time. I was scared because I couldn't remove the instructor's flotation device until the end, so I wasn't able to swim on my own, which was disappointing. Next time I go to Okinawa, I plan to challenge myself to swim independently! I was really happy to see many beautiful fish and coral reefs in Okinawa. After a break, we went to a spot for snorkeling where we could see turtles, but unfortunately, I didn't see any, maybe because of my bad luck. I hope to see turtles next time I visit Okinawa! I also thought it would have been nice to have a photo service for the fish we saw that day. I was pleased that there was a drink service during our break on the boat! Additionally, I truly appreciate the round-trip transportation to and from the hotel. Thank you very much! I would like to use this service again!

2019.05.22水曜日午前中半日ツアーに参加しました(^ ^)シュノーケリングが初めてで不安でしたが楽しめました(^.^)明日が付かないので怖くてインストラクターの浮き具を最後まで外せなくて自力で泳げなかったのが残念でした。次回また沖縄に行った際は自力で泳げるようにリベンジしようと思います！沖縄の綺麗な魚やサンゴ礁を沢山見れて嬉しかったです(^.^)休憩を挟み2回目のシュノーケリングの時に亀がいるスポットに行きましたが日頃の行いが悪いのか見れませんでした。また沖縄に行った時には亀が見れたらいいなと思います！
その日に見ることができたお魚の写真も写真サービスにあればよかったなと思います！船で休憩中に飲み物のサービスがあったのは嬉しかったです！また、ホテルまで往復の送迎もして下さり本当に感謝です！ありがとうございました(^ ^)また利用したいです！

It was such a good water activity
There was slight rain but the activity continued
The shop Bokenjima is very neat and organized
Our guides were two lovely young ladies, very cheerful and took good care of us especially my husband. This was his first snorkel experience
He enjoyed fully and amazed by the fishes
We were guided to the cave and took many pictures
The Blue Cave is very popular attraction, it was very crowded
We saw many divers too, many I believe its their 1st time
These dive guides really good, each hand holding 1 to 3 divers
Anyway I can see that these are very easy dive sites, calm and relax
After the snorkel, we took a short boat ride, we walked back to the shop. There we have a nice shower, collected the CD
Very happy & satisfied with the guides and overall service
Highly recommend!

The tour guide's guidance was excellent and kept us engaged during the travel time. Since the tickets for the aquarium and Ryukyu Village are included, considering the cost and time of renting a car, as well as the risks of driving, I think this is a very worthwhile tour. We were able to efficiently visit the main spots, from pineapples and watermelons to sea grapes and a souvenir shop with purple sweet potato tarts.

ツアーのガイドさんの案内が素晴らしく移動時間を飽きさせない。
水族館と琉球村のチケット込みなので、
レンタカーを借りる費用と時間、運転のリスクを勘案して考えると非常にお得なツアーだと思う。
パイナップルやスイカ、海ぶどうから紫いもタルトがある土産屋までメインスポットを効率よく回れる。

I had so much fun from morning until evening that there wasn't enough time.
It was a great tour.
I highly recommend it if you're going to the Churaumi Aquarium!

朝から夕方までみっちりと時間も足りないくらい楽しめました。
とても良いツアーでした。
美ら海水族館に行くならオススメです！

I participated in the Blue Cave snorkeling experience starting at 7 AM. In the morning, there were very few tourists snorkeling, so we were able to enjoy the Blue Cave all to ourselves. Additionally, we were able to take many photos, which was great. Thank you very much.

朝7時から青の洞窟シュノーケリング体験に参加させていただきました。朝方はシュノーケリングに来ている観光客は非常に少なく、青の洞窟を貸し切りで楽しむことができました。また、写真も多く撮っていただき大変良かったです。ありがとうございました。

The main tourist attractions in central Okinawa were packaged together, and I enjoyed every moment from start to finish.

I thought it would have been nice to see the super famous Heart Rock on Kouri Island, even just passing by on the bus. The Churaumi Aquarium, of course, had the large tank with whale sharks, but enjoying a café while overlooking the big tank was a luxurious experience. After that, instead of watching the dolphin show, I took a stroll on Emerald Beach, which turned out to be a lovely and refreshing place. I wondered if the inclusion of the Okashi Goten was a commercial strategy or a collaboration, but I ended up buying some souvenirs (laughs). The atmosphere and the dance at Ryukyu Mura were also great, and I even got to meet the famous staff member, Grandma Umeko (laughs).

Also, as many of you have written in your experiences, the guide was truly wonderful. Not only did we hear stories about Okinawa, but there were also songs included, making the entire day of the tour enjoyable, even on the bus.

In short, I was able to spend a fulfilling day. I highly recommend this to anyone planning to explore this area!

沖縄中部の主な観光地がパッケージされていて最初から最後まで盛りだくさん、十二分に楽しめました。

古宇利島では、超有名なハートロックまで見れたら良かったかなと思います、バスで通るだけでもいいので。
美ら海水族館は、ジンベイザメの大水槽ももちろんですが、大水槽を眺めながらのカフェが優雅なひと時でした笑
その後イルカのショーは見ないでエメラルドビーチを散歩しましたが、思った以上に素敵で気持ちよい場所でした。
御菓子御殿が組み込まれているのは、商業戦略かタイアップ？と思ってしまいましたが、乗せられて（笑）しっかりお土産を買いました。
琉球村の踊りも雰囲気も良かったです、名物スタッフ・ウメトおばぁにも会えましたし笑

あと、皆さんも体験談でよく書かれてますが、ガイドさんはとても素晴らしかったです。
沖縄話だけでなく唄なども交え、バスの中も含めツアー１日を堪能できました。

と、とにかく充実した一日を過ごす事ができました。
この辺りを巡ることを予定されている方には超オススメです！

I participated with my small child. The bus guide was very pleasant, and her voice was easy to understand. I boarded in Naha City, but the bus picks up at various hotels, which will be helpful for my next trip to Okinawa when choosing a hotel. We visited the aquarium and played with my child at Emerald Beach near the aquarium. With a full three hours, there are various ways to enjoy the experience depending on the person.

小さい子供と2人で、参加しました。バスガイドさんが、非常に感じ良く、声も聞き取りやすかったです。私は、那覇市内から乗車しましたが、色々なホテルにバスがお迎えに行くので、次に沖縄旅行に来る時のホテルの参考にもなりました。水族館を見学して、水族館近くのエメラルドビーチで、子供と遊びました。3時間たっぷりあるので、人によって、楽しみ方が色々出来ます。

The hotel shuttle service was very convenient. I had a lot of fun throughout the day ( ᵔᵒᵔ )♡ I wished I had a bit more time at Pineapple Park. The next Hanasaki Marche had a longer stay than Pineapple Park, so it might be good to adjust the time here. I really enjoyed Churaumi. Pineapple sorbet was served in the car, along with a souvenir of one piece of Chinsuko. I highly recommend it.

ホテル送迎付き
とても楽ちんでした。
1日、たくさん楽しめました( ᵔᵒᵔ )♡
パイナップルパークはもう少し
滞在時間欲しかったです。
次のハナサキマルシェはパイナップルパークより長い滞在時間だったので、ここの時間を調整してもらえたかいいかもしれません。
美ら海はほんとに楽しめました。
パイナップルのシャーベットが車内ででて
ちんすこう１個のお土産つき。
とてもおすすめです。

I chose this bus tour as it allows me to efficiently travel with my elderly mother. The bus also had a singing tour guide, which made our time enjoyable.

高齢の母と効率よく回れるバスツアーとして選びました。バスには歌うバスガイドさんも同行しており、楽しく過ごすことができました。

The activities are exactly as said in the program. The pick-up and drop-off service is very on a timely manner. Staffs are very friendly and helpful although communication in English is limited but it's not a burden for a joyful snorkeling experience. All gears are in good condition and there's no need to bring any personal item as all are well prepared for you. The Captain is very knowledgeable on the weather conditions and snorkeling spot as we're there on the rainy day but he managed to move us around without facing any rain or storm. I'd recommend everyone to experience this tour, the price they charge is very reasonable. I'll definitely join this tour again if I'm back to Naha.

As a repeat visitor, I participated this time with seven friends. Since we joined on the last Sunday, it was not crowded, and we were smoothly guided without any waiting time for parking or lines. The guide was very polite and the photos were fantastic. I would like to use this service again!

リピーターで今回は友達と7人で参加しました。日曜日の最終で参加したので空いていて駐車場や待機列の待ち時間もなくスムーズに案内してもらえました。ガイドのお兄さんも丁寧に案内してくれたし写真も最高でした。また使いたいと思います！