Okinawa Main Island
We participated as a pair in mid-June. The conditions were fantastic, especially since it was just after the rainy season!
When we arrived at the meeting point at Manza Cape, we were greeted by a beautiful blue sky with not a cloud in sight, crystal-clear waters, intense sunlight that felt like it was piercing our skin, and a very enthusiastic instructor, Osaka-san.
This is truly THE OKINAWA!! Our excitement was already building before the tour even started!
After changing into our wetsuits and descending the stairs to enter the sea from the rocky area, Osaka-san exclaimed, "Woohoo!! It feels amazing when water gets into the wetsuit!!" He looked like he was having the most fun! With Osaka-san leading the way, we enjoyed snorkeling while heading towards the Blue Cave.
Thanks to the great conditions that day, the water was so clear that we could see deep into the coral, and we spotted quite a few large fish in the distance. Colorful tropical fish were swimming close to the surface, completely distracting us from the Blue Cave as we got lost in snorkeling! We played with many different types of fish and were already feeling satisfied even before reaching the Blue Cave. (Just between us, the underwater photos we received later had so many fish that our faces were barely visible! Haha!)
As for the Blue Cave itself, it was breathtaking! The cave was illuminated by a blue light from below, creating a stunning emerald blue view all around! It was truly impressive! The photos we received were beautiful, and we were very satisfied! They looked so good they could be featured in a magazine!
Overall, it was an incredibly satisfying tour! The scenery, the tour content, and instructor Osaka-san were all top-notch! I guarantee 100% value for money!
*As a side note, since our schedule was undecided, we were approached by Osaka-san and ended up trying out sea bob the next day, which he said is currently the most recommended marine sport. It's like a motorized boogie board that you can steer yourself, allowing you to dive and swim among the corals or chase schools of fish! (*^o^*) It's said to be a new marine sport with only a few units available in Japan, so I highly recommend it too!
6月中旬に2人で参加しました。梅雨明け直後という事もあってコンディションは抜群!
待ち合わせの場所の真栄田岬に到着すると雲ひとつない綺麗な青空、透明度MAXの美しい海、肌を突き刺すような強烈な日差し、そしてかなりテンション高めなインストラクターの大坂さんが迎えてくれます。
これこそまさにTHE・OKINAWA!!ツアー前からテンションが上がります!!
ウェットスーツに着替えて階段を降りた岩場から海に入ると、「フォー!!ウェットスーツに水入れると超気持ちいいですよー!!」と誰よりも楽しそうな大坂さん!笑
そんな大坂さんに案内され、シュノーケリングを楽しみつつ青の洞窟へと向かいます。
が、、、、当日のコンディションに恵まれたおかげか水中もかなり深くのサンゴまで透き通り、遠目ですが結構大きめのお魚さんもチラホラ。。。海面でも色鮮やかな柄の熱帯魚が引くほど寄ってきて、もう青の洞窟そっちのけでシュノーケリングに夢中!!
かなりたくさんの種類の魚と戯れ、青の洞窟に到着する前からもう満足度高めです。笑
(後ほどお送り頂いたシュノーケリングの水中写真では魚が多すぎて我々の顔がほとんど写っていなかったのはここだけの話!!笑)
肝心の青の洞窟ですが、海の下から青いライトで照らされているかのように洞窟の中が一面エメラルドブルーの絶景!!圧巻です!!
お送り頂いた写真もきれいで大満足!そのままま雑誌に載せられるんじゃないかというほど綺麗な出来栄え!笑
全体を通して大満足のツアーでした!
景色もツアー内容もインストラクターの大坂さんも最高!コスパ100%保証です!
※余談ですがスケジュールが未定だった我々は大坂さんにナンパされ、翌日に大坂さん曰く今1番のオススメマリンスポーツというシーボブに挑戦させて頂きました。
モーターのついたビート板のようなもので、自分で操縦して潜水しながらサンゴのあいだを泳いでみたり、魚の群れを追いかけてみたりなんて事も出来ちゃいます(*^o^*)
まだ日本に数台しかない新たなマリンスポーツとの事ですのでそちらもオススメですよ~!
I just returned from Okinawa, where I brought snorkeling gear right after the rainy season ended, but unfortunately, snorkeling is prohibited in most areas due to the high number of accidents. It seems the only way to snorkel is to join a tour, and there are age restrictions that require participants to be at least 6 years old. So, I found this tour that allows children under 5 to participate for free, which is perfect for families with many kids!
Additionally, younger children aged 2 to 4, who might be scared of the ocean, will likely enjoy this experience very much.
Once on board, you can sit on the first or second deck and enjoy the sea breeze while waiting to reach the destination. When you arrive, you move downstairs to sit and observe the fish in the water. Although it's hot outside, the air-conditioned lower deck is cool and comfortable for viewing. Little kids get excited spotting the fish.
While it may lack the thrill of snorkeling or diving for us adults who know the joys of those activities, this tour prioritizes the children's experience.
The meeting point is conveniently located near the airport and in Naha city, and the tour lasts about an hour, making it easy to sign up and go. There is paid parking right in front, but since you won't be parked for long, it's just a few hundred yen.
With the airport nearby, planes were constantly flying overhead, and the kids were thrilled to spot them from the boat.
This was an excellent tour for families with small children!
梅雨明けしたばかりの沖縄にシュノーケリンググッズを抱えて行ってきましたが、ナント沖縄の海は事故が多いからと、ほとんどの海でシュノーケリングは禁止。シュノーケリングはツアーで参加するしかないとのこと。しかしそのシュノーケリングツアーも6歳以上と参加条件あり。。。で、5歳の子どもを連れて沖縄の海を満喫するには、、、と見つけたこのツアーです。
5歳以下の子どもは参加費無料なので、子沢山の子連れファミリーには最高!!
その上、実際の海はまだ怖がる2〜4歳くらいの子どもは、とっても喜んでくれると思います。
乗船したら1、2階席に座って、海風を感じながら目的地まで待ちます。
目的地まで着いたら、地下に移動し、座って海の中のお魚を観察できます。
外は暑いですが、この地下はエアコン効いてて涼しく、快適に見れます。
小さな子どもはお魚を見つけてはキャッキャッと喜んでいます。
シュノーケリングやダイビングの醍醐味を知っている私達大人とっては感動に欠けますが、ここは子ども優先のツアーということで。
集合場所も空港や那覇市内から近く、ツアー所要時間も1時間くらいなので、気軽に申し込みでき、行けます。駐車場は目の前で別途有料ですが、長時間停めないので数百円です。
空港が近いので飛行機がバンバン飛んでて、船上からそれを見つけては喜んでいました。
小さい子ども連れには最高のツアーでした。
Dear Manpuku Maru,
Thank you very much for using the underwater sightseeing boat Orca. We also sincerely appreciate your wonderful photos and review (^^).
The Orca has a capacity of about 200 people, so it departs daily without issue even in slightly rainy or windy weather. Its access from the airport is also convenient, allowing many families to easily enjoy the waters of Okinawa. We are delighted to hear that your children enjoyed the sea and sky views on that day.
If you have the opportunity to visit Okinawa again, please consider joining our dinner cruise on the Moby Dick as well♪ The sunsets in the tropics are truly beautiful and highly recommended☆ Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you back.
June 23, West Marine, Shimabuku
まんぷく丸様
この度は水中観光船オルカ号をご利用いただき誠にありがとうございました。また、素敵な写真と口コミの投稿こころより感謝いたします(^^)
オルカ号は定員約200名というサイズなので、多少の雨風の天候でしたら問題なく毎日出港しています。
空港からのアクセスも良いので、たくさんのファミリーに気軽に沖縄の海を楽しんでいただいています。
お子様も、当日は海・空と景色を楽しんでいただけたご様子でうれしく存じます。
また、沖縄にいらっしゃるご機会がございましたら、ぜひディナークルーズ船モビーディック号もご乗船ください♪
南国のサンセットもとても綺麗でおすすめです☆
スタッフ一同こころよりお待ち申し上げております。
6/23 ウエストマリン 島袋
I signed up for this tour because I can't drive. In addition to visiting four popular spots, I felt that the time allocated at each location was sufficient compared to other tours, and it turned out to be perfect! ★
車が運転できないため、このツアーに申し込みました。人気スポット4か所に行けるということに加えて、各箇所の滞在時間がそのほかのツアーに比べ十分設けられていると感じたためこのツアーに参加しましたが、ばっちりでした★
Dear Travel Lover,
Thank you very much for participating in the bus tour organized by Jumbo Tours.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Okinawa's popular spots throughout the day. Our tours have received great acclaim, especially from those who, like you, cannot drive but still want to enjoy Okinawa. The comfortable seating and availability of Wi-Fi on our buses are also features that set our tours apart.
We are looking forward to creating new tours so that you can join us again in the future. Please consider using our bus tours on your next visit to Okinawa.
Jumbo Tours Co., Ltd.
Hip Hop Bus Team
旅行大好き 様
この度は、ジャンボツアーズ主催のバスツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
1日たっぷりと沖縄の人気スポットをめぐり、沖縄を満喫していただけたようで嬉しく思っております。
旅行大好き様のようにお車の運転ができない方々でも沖縄を楽しんでいただけますので、大変ご好評をいただいております。
ゆったりとした座席と車内ではWi-Fiをご利用いただけることも弊社のバスツアーの特徴でございます。
2回目以降もご参加いただけるように、今後新たなツアーの造成を行いたいと考えておりますので、次回沖縄へお越しの際も、弊社のバスツアーをぜひご利用くださいませ。
(株)ジャンボツアーズ
ヒップホップバスチーム
I participated with my parents, but I think it's a tour that anyone can enjoy, whether you have kids or are a couple.
Since it goes through multiple hotels, it takes some time to reach the destination, but it was fun to see various hotels, and it gave me ideas like, "I want to stay at this hotel next!"
At Nago Pineapple Park, we received ice cream, at the Glass Museum, we got a small gift, and at Ryukyu Mura, we received discount coupons for souvenirs... there were many little perks that made me happy.
We also had a three-hour stay at the Churaumi Aquarium, which allowed us to leisurely explore the aquarium and shop for souvenirs.
私は両親と参加しましたが、お子様連れでもカップルでもだれでも楽しめるツアーだと思います。
多数のホテルを経由して行くので目的地に着くまでに時間はかかりますが、いろいろなホテルを見ることができて楽しいし、「次はこのホテルに泊まりたいな!」と参考になりました。
ナゴパイナップルパークでアイスがもらえたり、ガラス館で粗品がもらえたり、琉宮城でお土産の割引券がもらえたり…とちょこちょこお得な特典が多くて嬉しかったです。
美ら海水族館での滞在も3時間あり、ゆっくり水族館を見学・お土産巡りをすることができました。
This is my second trip to Okinawa this year. Last time, I tried scuba diving for the first time, which was fun, but I struggled with equalizing my ears, so this time I decided to take the Olga boat for a more relaxed underwater experience.
First, we moved to the viewpoint on the Olga boat. The boat is two stories and doesn't sway at all, allowing us to enjoy the scenery during the ride. I went to the first floor, which was cool and felt great with the sea nearby. The second floor only had a thin sheet for a roof, so it seemed like it would be hot up there.
Once we arrived at the viewpoint, we went down to the glass-bottomed cabin. When I was there, there were many passengers, so we boarded in two groups. Starting with the first floor passengers, I definitely recommend the first floor.
After descending into the cabin, we sat in two rows facing the glass. While it can't compare to scuba diving, you can see the fish swimming. (Since there is glass, the fish don't show up very well...) This cabin sways quite a bit, and since you're looking down, those who are prone to seasickness should be cautious.
After about 15 minutes of viewing, we switched with the second floor. I returned to the first floor to enjoy the sea while waiting. About 20 minutes later, we arrived at the port and disbanded.
今年2回目の沖縄旅行。
前回は初のスキューバダイビングをして、楽しかったけど耳抜きに苦労したので...今回は気楽に水中をみれるオルガ号に乗ることにしました。
まずは、ビューポイントまでオルガ号で移動します。船は2階建てで全然揺れないので、楽しく景色を見ながら移動できます。私は1階に行きましたが、涼しくて海が近くて気持ち良いです。2階は薄いシートの屋根のみなので暑そうな感じでした。
ビューポイントに着いたら、地下のガラス張りの船内に行きます。私の時は乗船客が多く、2回に分けて入りました。1階のお客さんからなので、やっぱり1階がオススメです。
船内に降りたら、外のガラスに向かって横2列に座ってみます。さすがにスキューバダイビングには負けますが、魚が泳いでいるのが見えます。(ガラスがあるので魚があまり写りません...)この船内がものすごく揺れる&下を見るので、船酔いしやすい人はご注意ください。
15分くらい鑑賞したら、2階目方と交代。1階に戻って海を鑑賞して待ちます。そこから20分くらいで港について解散です。
Dear Yukina,
Thank you very much for boarding the underwater sightseeing boat, Orca. We are also delighted to receive your message along with beautiful photos.
The Orca is popular as it allows everyone from small children to the elderly to easily experience the waters of Okinawa. While it is a larger boat compared to the glass-bottom boats, as you pointed out, there are days when it can sway significantly due to weather conditions. If you are prone to seasickness, it may be wise to take motion sickness medication in advance for peace of mind.
If you have the opportunity to visit Okinawa again, please do come aboard! All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.
June 23, West Marine, Shimabuku
ゆきな様
この度は水中観光船オルカ号ご乗船いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。また、きれいな写真と一緒にメッセージをいただき嬉しく存じます。
オルカ号は小さなお子様から年配の方まで、気軽に沖縄の海を体験していただくことができ人気です♪
グラスボードよりは大きな船となっておりますが、ご指摘のように天候によっては揺れが強い日もあります。
船に弱い方は事前に酔い止めを飲まれた方が安心かもしれません。
また、沖縄にいらっしゃるご機会がございましたら、
ぜひご乗船ください!スタッフ一同こころよりお待ち申し上げております。
6/23 ウエストマリン 島袋
It was during the rainy season in June, but somehow the weather held up, and I was able to participate without any issues. The other participants on the same flight included a family with three small children and a group from overseas.
As we set sail, I heard that the waves were a bit bigger, so I took some motion sickness medication just in case, but it didn't seem to be that bad. We safely crossed the waves, and the boat came to a near stop. Finally, we headed down to the underwater viewing room.
Since there were quite a few people, I was a little worried about whether everyone would have a seat, but there was absolutely no problem, and everyone was comfortably seated. I had heard before we set sail that the seabed was a bit cloudy, but perhaps because the boat moved slowly, I thought it looked quite beautiful. The fish, which were initially scattered, gradually started to swim in groups and gathered around the boat.
As I mentioned earlier, I tend to get motion sickness, so I was concerned, but they announced beforehand that looking down continuously can make you feel sick, which helped me enjoy the experience. There were also names of the fish posted above the windows, which was helpful.
The cruising experience went by in a flash, but this time, I had to give up snorkeling due to a companion's injury, so I was very satisfied with the experience overall.
6月の梅雨の時期でしたが、なんとか天候ももち、無事に参加ができました。同じ便での参加は、三人の小さなお子さんを連れた家族と、海外からのグループのかたがたでした。
出航して、少し波が大きめとのことでしたので、一応、酔い止めも飲みましたが、そこまでではなかったような気がします。無事に波を超えて、船もほぼストップ。いよいよ、階下の海の除けるお部屋へ。
そこそこの人数がいたので、「全員座れるかな?」と少し心配したのですが、まったく問題はなく、全員がゆったり座れる状態でした。出航前に、海底が少し曇ってると聞いていたのですが、船がゆっくりと進むからでしょうか、私としてはかなりきれいに見えたと思います。お魚も最初はぱらぱらとしていたのが、だんだんと集団で泳ぐようになり、船に群がってきました。
先にも書きましたが、何分、乗り物酔いをしやすいので、心配したのですが、見るときの注意として、下を見続けると酔いやすいです、といったことを事前にアナウンスしてくださいましたので、それもあり、楽しく見ることができました。魚の名前なども窓の上に貼ってあり、参考になりました。
あっという間のクルージングでしたが、今回、同行者が怪我のため、スノーケリングはあきらめましたので、その分、大満足でした。
Dear RTB,
Thank you very much for boarding the Orca underwater sightseeing boat. We also appreciate your valuable feedback!
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the cruise without experiencing much seasickness. Our crew works hard every day to attract fish by feeding them, and the captain's navigation skills are also very important!
We hope that everyone traveling with us can experience the beauty of the Okinawan sea, even just a little. Our entire staff will continue to work diligently to ensure that our customers take home wonderful memories!
We sincerely look forward to your next opportunity to board with us.
Best regards,
West Marine, Shimabukuro
June 23
RTB様
この度は水中観光船オルカ号ご乗船いただき誠にありがとうございました。また、貴重なご意見いただき、感謝いたします☆
当日は船酔いもあまりすることなくクルーズを楽しんでいただけたご様子でよかったです。
お魚たちに寄ってもらうために、船員も一生懸命毎日エサを撒いたりしてますし、(^^)
そしてまた、船長の操船のテクニックも大切なんですよ☆
ご旅行の方々には、沖縄の海の美しさをすこしでも体験していただきたいと日々思っています。
これからもお客様にいい思い出を持って帰っていただけるように、スタッフ一同一生懸命努めて参ります!
またのご乗船ご機会、こころよりお待ち申し上げております。
6/23 ウエストマリン 島袋
Okinawa was unfortunately under rainy skies, but the sea was unaffected! On this day, there was no wind and the waves were calm. My niece and I set off with our guide, Mr. Osaka.
After changing, we walked down the stairs at the cliff and entered the sea from the rocky area below. After some instructions, we quickly began snorkeling towards the cave! Underwater, we could see not only fish but also people diving.
It was about 100 meters to the cave, but we chatted and took our time, making it there easily. We entered through a slightly narrow opening, and there were several groups around us. One by one, we went in, and with our eyes closed, we were pulled to the best position… and when we opened our eyes, the beautiful blue light spread out before us!
We happened to be the only ones in the cave at that moment, and we took many wonderful photos!
After playing for a while, we headed back from the cave. On the way, when we tried feeding the fish… they all came rushing in! Energetic fish swarmed around us, it was so much fun!
Thank you for a delightful and safe experience! I would love to bring my mother along next time.
沖縄は生憎の梅雨空でしたが、海は関係な〜い!
この日は風もなく波が穏やか。私と姪の二人でガイドの大坂さんと出発。
着替えた後崖下の階段を歩いて下り、すぐ下に続く岩場から海に入っていきます。インストラクションのあと、早速洞窟に向かってシュノーケリング開始!海中では魚以外にダイビングをしている人達も見えます。
洞窟までは100メートル程ですが、お話ししながらゆっくり進んでラクに到着。
少し狭まった入り口から入るのですが、周りには何組かのグループもいます。
順番に入っていき目をつぶったままベストポジションまで引っ張ってもらい…目を開けると!あの綺麗な光を放つブルーが目の前に広がります!
ここでたまたま洞窟内には私達だけになり、沢山の素敵な写真を撮っていただきました!
ひとしきり遊んだ後、洞窟を後に引き返します。途中でお魚達にエサをあげてみると…‼︎ みんなものすごく食いついてくる!元気な魚たちがドバーッと周りには群がり、楽しい〜\(^o^)/
楽しくて安心な体験、有難うございました!
次回は母を連れてまた参加したいです。
The hotel in Naha provided a shuttle service, making it easy to participate. Once you chose a seat on the bus, you could return to it, which was helpful as I could leave unused items on the bus.
The long Kouri Bridge leading to Kouri Island, featured in the guidebook, was stunning, and the beautiful white coral beach at Kouri Beach was breathtaking. I would have loved to be taken to the place where the guide mentioned a storm occurred.
The Churaumi Aquarium is quite far from Naha, so including it in the plan was one of the reasons I chose this course. The large tank with three whale sharks was impressive, and the dolphin shows, as well as the tanks with sea turtles and dugongs, were also worth seeing.
At Nago Pineapple Park, the stay was very short, and I wished we could have spent a bit more time there.
Mihama American Village faces Sunset Beach, and I was looking forward to the sunset, but due to the rainy season, I couldn't see a beautiful sunset. However, the lighting of the buildings in the area was beautiful and romantic, and I was glad there was enough time for a proper dinner.
From morning to night, I was thoroughly guided around Okinawa, making for a very enjoyable and meaningful day. Thank you very much.
那覇の宿泊してるホテルまで送迎があったので参加しやすかったです。バスの中は一度席を決めるとそこに戻る事が出来たので使わない物をバスの中に置いていく事が出来て助かりました。
ガイドブックにも載っていた古宇利島にかかる長い古宇利大橋、すごく海の水がキレイで白い珊瑚の海岸が素敵な古宇利ビーチは絶景でした。ガイドさんが言っていた嵐が来た場所、せっかくだから連れていってもらいたかったです。
美ら海水族館は那覇からとても遠くて行きにくいのでプランに入っているのはこのコースを選ぶポイントの1つでした。ジンベイザメが3体もいる大水槽は圧巻でしたし、イルカ達のショーやウミガメやジュゴンの水槽も見応えがありました。
名護パイナップルパークでは滞在時間がとても短かったのでもうちょっとゆっくり出来たら良かったと思いました。
美浜アメリカンヴィレッジはサンセットビーチに面していて夕焼けが楽しみだったのですが梅雨の時期というのもあってキレイな夕焼けは見れませんでした。でもこの一帯の建物のライトアップがキレイでロマンチックでしたし、しっかり晩御飯が食べれる時間があったので良かったです。
朝から晩までしっかり沖縄を案内してくれてとても楽しくて有意義な1日になりました。ありがとうございました。
Dear Abebe,
Thank you very much for participating in the bus tour organized by Jumbo Tours. We appreciate your comments on each sightseeing spot. Your valuable feedback will be taken into account for future tour operations.
The Heart Rock on Kouri Island, where the Arashi commercial was filmed, is a very popular spot; however, we apologize for not being able to guide you there due to the inability of large buses to access the area.
It seems that the weather was not favorable on the day of your visit, but we hope you will come back to see the beautiful sunsets in Okinawa. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Jumbo Tours Co., Ltd.
Hip Hop Bus Team
abebe 様
この度は、ジャンボツアーズ主催のバスツアーへご参加頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
それぞれの観光地についてコメントを頂きありがとうございます。
頂いた貴重なご意見は、今後のツアー運営の参考にさせていただきます。
嵐のCMが撮影された古宇利島のハートロックは、
とても人気のあるスポットですが、大型バスが入れないため、
ご案内出来ず申し訳ございませんでした。
ご参加された日は、お天気が優れなかったようですが、
またぜひ沖縄の綺麗な夕焼けを見にいらしてくださいね。
又のご来沖を心よりお待ちしております。
(株)ジャンボツアーズ
ヒップホップバスチーム
This time, I participated with a foreign friend who speaks only basic Japanese, but all the staff, including the instructor, were very friendly and kind, and my friend was extremely satisfied. I definitely want to use this service again on my next trip to Okinawa and would like to recommend it to other foreigners as well.
今回日本語が片言レベルの外国人の友人を連れての参加でしたが、インストラクター含めスタッフの方はみなさんとっても愛想が良く親切で、友人も大変満足していました。是非次回沖縄旅行の際にも利用させて頂き、外国人にも紹介させて頂きたいと思います。
Dear ●●-chan's friend,
I am very happy to hear that you were satisfied with our service!
Even though my English is not perfect, I will continue to do my best to communicate and provide enjoyable experiences. Please feel free to introduce us to your friends as well!
When you visit Okinawa again, we have other tour plans available besides the Blue Cave, so please consider those as well. I know you are busy, but please take care of yourself and come back to have fun with us again!
Adventure Island
●●ちゃんのお友達様
お客様にご満足頂けたようで、私も大変嬉しく思います!
日本の方でなくてもつたない英語ですがなんとか頑張って伝えていき、楽しませる努力も今後も続けていきますね!
ぜひぜひお友達にもご紹介下さいませ♪
また沖縄にお越しの際は青の洞窟以外のツア-プランも御座いますので合わせてご検討下さい。
それではご多忙かと思いますがお体にお気をつけて、また元気に遊びにいらしてくださいね!
冒険島
I would recommend this. It works out about the same as getting public transport and buying a ticket to the aquarium alone. It was a little rushed, I think the glass place and the pineapple place are a waste of time. The butterfly place was cool as was the dolphin show. The aquarium is amazing! A must see. Overall a good well organised day out.
It wasn't my first time doing similar activities. I had been to Langhawi and Bali but it wasnt as interesting as this time. There was a briefing of 5 minutes before the start of the boat trip. the staff memeber let you know about the visibility and the condition of the sea, which i think was very thoughtful for it let you know what you would expect. fortunately the visibility was ok and the sea was not rough. Although the website said the boat could carry 200 people, i just saw a group of tour and a family of japanese, which made the boat spacious and wouldnt feel cramped while all people stay on the lowest level watching the fish. i was able to see lots of fish around, it was very amazing and exciting. i took a lot of photos. this is really a great experience and is a must try when you are in okinawa
I experienced mangrove kayaking and sunset kayaking, and the sunset over the clouds in Okinawa was beyond words; it was absolutely amazing!
マングローブカヤック&サンセットカヤックを体験しましたが、沖縄での雲の上に落ちるサンセットは言葉になら無い位に
最高でした!
It was a moving sunset, wasn't it? Just gazing at it creates a healing atmosphere here in Kadena. I am very happy to have created memories that are beyond words. Please don't forget the memories of kayaking from now on.
感動的な夕日でしたね。
じっと眺めているだけで心癒される空間がここ嘉手納に。
言葉にできないほどの思い出を作っていただき、大変嬉しく思います。
これからもカヤックでの思い出を忘れないでいてくださいね。
Since I came to Okinawa, I wanted to see the beautiful underwater scenery, so I signed up for the underwater sightseeing boat Orca cruise. The price was reasonable, and I had never experienced seeing the ocean from the bottom of a boat, so I was really looking forward to it. Also, since I was with a 0-year-old, the fact that it was a plan we could participate in was another reason I signed up.
On the day of the cruise, there were some waves, but it was sunny. The visibility was rated 2 out of 5, but I was able to see schools of beautiful fish swimming. Since it was the rainy season, I was a bit worried about rain, but it seemed to be no problem.
However, when the boat stopped at the watching point, it swayed quite a bit, so I think people who are not used to being on boats might get seasick. The boat approaches the schools of fish and provides explanations about them, and the bottom of the boat is air-conditioned, so it seemed fine even in the middle of summer.
It’s a rare opportunity to see various fish swimming in the ocean up close, so I’m glad I had such an interesting experience. On the way back, I received a magnet souvenir, which made for a nice memory.
沖縄に来たので折角なので、沖縄のキレイな海底をみたいという事になり、水中観光船オルカ号クルーズに申し込みました。
値段もリーズナブルで、船底から海を見れる経験もした事がなかったので、とても楽しみにしてました。また、0歳児も一緒なので、参加可能なプランであることも、申し込んだ理由でした。
当日は波は少しありましたが、晴天でした。透明度は2/5段階でしたが、綺麗に魚が泳いでる群れの姿も見れました。
梅雨なので、少し雨が降った場合も心配しましたが、どうやら問題なさそうです。
ただ、ウォッチングポイントで船が止まると割と船が揺れるので、普段船に乗る機会がない人は酔いやすいかと思います。
船がお魚の群れの方に近づいて、魚の説明をしてくれますし、船底は冷房が効いてて真夏でも問題なさそうです。
海で泳いでる色んな魚を生で観れる機会もほとんどないので、面白い体験が出来て良かったです。
帰りにマグネットのお土産を頂きまして、いい思い出になりました。
Dear Peace☆,
Thank you very much for boarding the Orca. We are also delighted to receive your valuable feedback.
The Orca has no age restrictions, allowing everyone from small children to the elderly to enjoy a safe viewing experience. Every day, many customers enjoy the beautiful waters of Okinawa with ease (^^).
There are various types of fish around Naha Port, providing a different ocean view each time. We hope you will board again when your child is a bit older.
We look forward to your next visit, hoping it will be another wonderful memory of your Okinawa trip☆.
Sincerely,
West Marine Staff
ピース☆様
この度はオルカ号にご乗船いただきまして誠にありがとうございます。
また、貴重なご感想を投稿いただき、嬉しく存じます。
オルカ号は年齢制限がなく、小さなお子様からお年寄りの方まで安全に鑑賞いただく事ができます。
毎日たくさんのお客様に沖縄の海を気軽に楽しんでいただいています(^^)
那覇港周辺にもいろんな種類のお魚たちがいて、毎回違った海の景色を楽しませてくれています。
また、お子様が少し大きくなられた際には、是非またご乗船ください。
次回のご乗船も、お客様の沖縄旅行の楽しい思い出の一ページとなりますように☆
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております♪
6/7 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同
The instructor was very friendly and attentive. They took us to the Blue Cave at a slow pace that matched our ability, and provided a lot of explanations about the fish. Both my mother and I weren't very confident in our physical strength, but thanks to the instructor, we were able to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. They also took many photos for us, and the time flew by. Thank you very much.
インストラクターの方がとても気さくで、丁寧でした。私たちのペースに合わせゆっくり青の洞窟まで連れて行ってくれ、お魚の説明も沢山して下さいました。私も母も余り体力に自信がなかったのですが、インストラクターの方のおかげで安心して楽しむことができました。
写真も沢山とっていただき、あっという間の時間でした。ありがとうございました。
Dear Kumonomi,
Thank you very much for participating in this tour and for sharing your experience. We are truly delighted if it has become a precious memory for both of you. When you visit Okinawa again, please be sure to come and play at Adventure Island.
Adventure Island
くまのみ様
今回のツアーへのご参加及び体験談投稿誠にありがとうございます。
お二人の大切な思い出となったのでしたら私達も凄く喜ばしいです。
沖縄にまたお越しの際は是非冒険島へ遊びに来て下さいね。
冒険島
I was looking for activities that a 2-year-old child could enjoy, and that a 0-year-old could experience together, so I booked the Orca, which offers a boat ride and underwater watching. It was conveniently located near Naha Airport, with parking right in front of the meeting point. The parking fee seemed to be 160 yen per hour.
On the day of the activity, there were two groups totaling 90 people. I was worried about the crowd, but we were guided to the underwater viewing room in two batches, so there was no issue with not having a place to sit. The water clarity was at a "can see" level in the middle, and I thought it would be tough if it got any murkier. It was quite difficult to take photos with a compact digital camera.
When we reached the viewing point, the staff scattered food, which attracted a lot of fish. It was clearer to see from the boat than from the viewing room.
My 2-year-old was super excited, even though there weren't many visible fish, because they got to ride on the boat and see airplanes. They were also happy to receive a souvenir magnet at the end.
The total duration was about an hour, and since it’s close to the airport, you can easily fit it into a short break. I recommend it for those who want to enjoy activities casually or for families with small children.
2歳の子供が楽しめて、0歳も一緒に体験できるアクティビティを探していましたが、船に乗れて、海底ウォッチングが楽しめるオルカ号を予約しました。那覇空港から近く、駐車場が集合場所の目の前なので、アクセスがよくて便利でした。駐車料金は1時間160円のようでした。
当日は、団体2組と一緒で、総勢90人。混雑を心配しましたが、水中鑑賞室へは2回に分けて案内されたので、座る場所がないということはありませんでした。
海中の透明度は真ん中の「見えます」レベルで、これ以上透明度が低いと厳しいかなと思いました。コンパクトデジカメで写真を撮るのは、なかなか難しかったです。
ポイントにつくと、係員の方が餌をまくので、魚がたくさん集まってきました。鑑賞室よりも、船上からの方がはっきり見えました。
2歳の子供は、魚があまり見えなくても、船に乗れたことと、飛行機がよく見えたことで、大興奮でした。
最後にお土産のマグネットをもらってご機嫌でした。
所要時間はおよそ1時間で、空港から近いので、少しの空き時間に予定を組むことができます。気軽にアクティビティを楽しみたい方や、小さなお子様連れにはおススメです。
Dear SPIDEY,
Thank you very much for using the underwater sightseeing boat Orca. We also appreciate your valuable feedback and detailed review (^^). The departure point at Naha Port is close to the airport, making it a convenient choice for customers on their first or last day of travel.
From your photos, it seems like the weather was great. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed not only the underwater viewing but also the scenery outside. Since it's nature, the sea conditions can change daily, but on lucky days, you might even encounter sea turtles☆.
We look forward to your next trip with us♪
Best regards,
West Marine Staff
SPIDEY様
この度は、水中観光船オルカ号をご利用いただき、誠にありがとうございました。また、貴重なご感想を詳細に投稿いただき、ありがとうございます(^^)
オルカ号発着の那覇港は空港から近く、アクセスがいいのでご旅行初日や最終日のお客様によくご利用いただいています。
写真から、天気がよかった事が伺えます。水中鑑賞以外も、外の景色も楽しんでいただけたようでよかったです。
自然の事なので、毎日海の状況は変わりやすいのですが、ラッキーな日にはウミガメに出会えたりもします☆
またのご乗船のご機会お待ちしています♪
6/3 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同
I participated on Sunday ☻. I was a bit anxious since it was my 5-year-old son's first time snorkeling, but the staff treated us kindly, and my child was completely unafraid and had a great time! It seems he has fallen in love with playing in the ocean, and we, as parents, were very satisfied ☻. They took a lot of photos and sent them to us right away! Snorkeling in the Blue Cave with my child was a small dream of mine, so I am truly grateful! I would like to use this service again!
日曜日に参加しました☻
5歳の男の子(シュノーケル初めて)との参加で、少し不安もありましたが…
スタッフさんが丁寧に接してくれ、子どもも全く怖がらず楽しい!また行こうね!と海遊びが大好きになった様で親も大満足でした☻
写真も沢山撮って頂き直ぐに送って下さりました!
青の洞窟で子どもと一緒にシュノーケルをするのが小さな夢だったので本当に感謝です!
また利用したいと思います!
We are also happy to share this small dream with you! We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
小さな夢をご一緒出来てこちらもうれしいです!!
またのご参加心よりお待ちしてます。
I was torn between sea walking and the glass boat, but I chose the glass boat because I heard I could see Okinawan fish from underwater rather than from above.
When we arrived at the terminal, we were on the same boat as two other groups, but we were given priority and allowed to enter the underwater room first, where we could enjoy the beautiful Okinawan sea without needing to change clothes!
The more I looked, the more I was moved, but I did get a little seasick, so I recommend those who are prone to motion sickness take some medication before participating.
After 15 minutes of enjoying the sea breeze and the view of Naha City from the sea, we finally entered the underwater room. The underwater scenery was truly beautiful, and we were able to see many colorful fish. They were also fed, so a lot of fish gathered around us. We could see colorful coral reefs as well, and there were explanations about the fish and the coral reefs, allowing us to learn while having fun.
It's enjoyable for all ages, so I would like to take my parents as well. Additionally, the experience lasts about an hour, making it easy to participate and allowing for other activities as well. We also received a magnet as a souvenir, which was a lot of fun.
海底ウォーキングかグラスボートか迷いましたが、上からではなく海の中から沖縄の魚たちを見れると聞いてグラスボートに2名で利用しました。
ターミナルにつくと、2つの団体と同じ船でしたが、優先で先に通していただき、海中部屋にも先に見えやすいとこに通していただき着替えが必要ないまま、沖縄の綺麗な海を楽しませていただきました!
感動してみればみるほど、少し船酔いしてしまったので酔いやすいかたは酔い止めを飲んで参加がオススメです。
海風と海からの那覇市内の景色を楽しみながら走ること15分。いよいよ海中部屋へ入ります。
海の中は本当に綺麗で、いろいろなカラフルなお魚をたくさん見ることができました。
餌付け?もされていて、お魚がとてもたくさん集まってくれました。カラフルな珊瑚礁も見れて
魚の説明や珊瑚礁の説明などもあり勉強しながら楽しむことができました。
年齢問わず楽しめるので、両親なども連れていきたいと思います。
また、時間が約一時間と手軽に参加できるのも、他の体験もいろいろできるメリットと思います。
お土産にマグネットもいただきとても楽しめました。
Thank you for boarding the underwater sightseeing boat, Orca.
All of our staff were truly delighted to read your kind words.
The sea and fish in Okinawa are indeed beautiful and moving, aren't they?
The conditions of the sea change daily due to the season and tidal currents, so we are glad to hear that you were able to enjoy the underwater views.
The underwater sightseeing boat can be enjoyed by families of all ages, and we sincerely look forward to the day when your parents can join you all on your next visit.
West Marine, Kawada, 5/31
このたびは、水中観光船オルカ号にご乗船いただきましてありがとうございます。
スタッフ一同揃って、このたび賜りましたお言葉を、心より嬉しく、拝読させて頂きました。
沖縄の海とお魚は本当にきれいで感動しますよね。
海の状況は季節や潮の流れによって日々変わりますので、海中が見えやすく堪能していただけたようでなによりです。
水中観光船は年齢問わず家族一緒に楽しむことが出来るので、次回ご両親も一緒に皆様で来場いただける日を心よりお待ちしております。
5/31ウエストマリン 川田
I participated in the Kouri Island, Manza Beach, and Bise Fukugi Tree Road course during Golden Week. I chose this tour because the stay at the Churaumi Aquarium was long, but I would have appreciated a tour conducted only in Japanese if possible. On the bus back to Naha, there was a family showing Chinese cartoons to their child on a smartphone or tablet, and the volume was loud enough to be heard from the back seat. I really wished someone would have addressed that. I was very satisfied with the tour content and the guide, so it was a bit disappointing at the end.
古宇利島・万座毛・備瀬フクギ並木コース にGWに参加しました。美ら海水族館の滞在時間が長いのでこちらのツアーに決めましたが、出来れば日本語のみのツアーがあると嬉しいです。那覇に向かう帰りのバス内で子供にスマホかタブレットで中国語のアニメをみせている家族がいたのですが、後ろの席にまで聞こえる音量でした。さすがにこれは注意して欲しかったです。ツアー内容、ガイドさんに関してはとても満足のいくものだっただけに、最後にちょっと残念でした。
Dear Amy,
Thank you very much for using our bus tour service. Currently, many foreign tourists are visiting Okinawa. Since our bus tours accommodate multiple languages, most of our customers are from abroad. We sincerely apologize for the oversight regarding manners during your tour, and for the fact that our tour guide did not address this issue.
We will take your feedback into consideration for future improvements to our tours. We look forward to welcoming you back to Okinawa.
Jumbo Tours Co., Ltd.
Hip Hop Bus Team
Amy 様
この度は、弊社バスツアーをご利用いただき、誠にありがとうございました。
現在、多くの外国人観光客が沖縄にいらしてます。
弊社のバスツアーは多言語に対応しているため、ほとんどのお客様が外国の方になります。
今回は マナー面で目につくことがあったにも関わらず弊社の
添乗員から注意を促す事がなかったとのご指摘、誠に申し訳ございませんでした。
頂いたご意見を 今後の参考にさせて頂き、ツアーの改善に努めてまいります。
またのご来沖心よりお待ちしております。
(株)ジャンボツアーズ
ヒップホップバスチーム
My partner is an experienced scuba diver, but I was very anxious since it was my first time snorkeling and I can't swim. However, I participated as a birthday challenge and to create memories. Contrary to my anxiety, thanks to our instructor Shion, I was able to experience an absolutely wonderful time in the sea. This has inspired me to try scuba diving next. The atmosphere among the other staff was also great, and I will definitely join Adventure Island's tours again when I visit Okinawa. Lastly, thank you for all your thoughtful care and for taking so many photos.
相方はスキューバー経験者ですが、私は初シュノーケリングに加えて泳げないので、とても不安でしたが、お誕生日の挑戦&思い出にと参加しました。。不安とは裏原に、インストラクターのシオンさんのお陰で最高に素敵な海時間を体験する事が出来ました。これを機に次はスキューバーに挑戦したいと思います。他のスタッフの皆様の雰囲気も良く、又、沖縄を訪れる際には冒険島さんのツアーに参加させて頂きます。
最後になりましたが、色々なお気遣い、そしてたくさんの写真を撮って頂きありがとうございました。
Thank you for sharing your experience, Waami.
I'm glad both of you enjoyed the Blue Cave, and it was especially exciting to see your partner so thrilled. It was fun to try making bubble rings together.
We look forward to your next challenge with scuba diving. Please come visit Okinawa again.
Adventure Island
わーみー様
体験談への投稿ありがとうございます。
お二人とも青の洞窟を満喫でき、とくに相方さんは興奮ぎみで、僕も嬉しかったです。
バブルリングをみんなで一緒にやろうとしたりと面白かったですね。
今度はスキューバーの挑戦お待ちしていますよ。
また沖縄に遊びに来て下さいね。
冒険島
I participated in this experience diving in May! It was the start of the rainy season, so I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be a sunny day, which was great!
Before entering the water, the instructor kindly explained how to breathe and how to handle situations when water gets in, making it very easy to understand. Thank you so much! Since it was our first time diving for both my sister and me, we were really nervous. At first, it was tough even to breathe underwater, and we couldn't stay submerged for long (・_・;).
Even though we received thorough explanations, I got flustered and struggled to apply what I learned in the water. However, with assistance, I managed to stay underwater for a few minutes, which was a relief!
I’m really sorry for the trouble we caused to the instructor because we couldn't dive well together (´・_・`).
Although we couldn't make it to the Blue Cave, we were truly moved by the beauty of the ocean in Okinawa, and it became a wonderful memory!
After diving, there was a space in the shop with a hairdryer and mirror, which was very helpful for us as we were heading out for sightseeing afterward!
Next time, I want to try again and make it to the Blue Cave! Thank you very much!!
5月にこちらの体験ダイビングに参加させて頂きました!
梅雨に入る時期で天気が不安でしたが、その日は晴れてくれてよかったです*
海に入る前に、呼吸の仕方から水が入ったときの対処法など丁寧に分かりやすくご説明して頂いて、ありがとうございました☆
姉妹揃って初めてのダイビングということで、とても緊張していて、始めは水中で息をすることすら辛くてなかなか長く潜ることが出来きませんでした(・_・;)
せっかく丁寧にご説明して頂いたのに、焦ってしまってなかなか海の中では実践できないところもありましたが、補助をして頂きながらなんとか数分潜ることが出来ました笑
私たちが2人揃って上手く潜ることが出来なく、担当して頂いたお兄さんには沢山ご迷惑を掛けてしまい本当申し訳ありませんでした(´・_・`)
青の洞窟までは行けなかったのですが、沖縄の海の綺麗さにとっても感動でき、素敵な思い出になりました!
ダイビング後は、お店にドライヤーや鏡などが座って使えるスペースがあり、これから観光をしに行く側としてはとても助かりました!!
次は青の洞門まで辿り着けるようリベンジしたいです♬
ありがとうございました!!
Thank you for sharing your experience.
As guides, it is our duty to explain things clearly and carefully to alleviate any anxieties or concerns you may have, especially during your first diving experience. Although you both were not comfortable in the water, I regret that we were unable to help you dive for an extended period to reach the beautiful Blue Cave.
I sincerely apologize for that.
I hope that despite the challenges, you were able to appreciate some of the wonders of the underwater world. We truly look forward to your next participation.
Adventure Island
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
初めてのダイビングで色々と不安があったり心配なことを、少しでも解りやすく丁寧に説明して不安を解消していくのが私達ガイドの勤めです。
水が苦手とはいえ、お二人が長時間、目的地の青の洞窟まで潜ることが出来なかったのはガイドとしての力が及ばなかったからです。
こちらこそ本当に申し訳ありませんでした。
水中に潜って頂けるように何度も頑張って頂いたお二人に、少しでも海の中の素晴らしさが伝わっていれば幸いです。
またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
冒険島
Churaumi Aquarium was a lot of fun! The guide and the driver were both nice, and it became a wonderful memory.
However, it was indeed written in the itinerary that "all-you-can-eat pineapple is included!" but it was not actually provided.
I went with my fiancé, and since we both love pineapple, we were really looking forward to the all-you-can-eat option.
So, I have some dissatisfaction... It was very disappointing.
美ら海水族館、とても楽しかったです!
ガイドさんも運転手さんもいい方で、素敵な想い出になりました。
ただ、旅程に確かに「パイナップル食べ放題付いてます!」と書いてあったのですが、実際はありませんでした。
婚約者と一緒に行ったのですが、パイナップルが大好きなので食べ放題をとても楽しみにしていました。
なので不満が残っています・・・
非常に残念でした
Dear First-Time Okinawa Visitor,
Thank you very much for using VELTRA and for participating in our tour. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused regarding the "All-You-Can-Eat Pineapple" description.
Upon confirming with the tour operator, we learned that currently, this tour does not offer all-you-can-eat pineapple, but only samples (which may be substituted with alternative snacks depending on the pineapple harvest situation). We deeply regret that the delay in updating our activity page led to your expectations not being met.
We have just updated the information on the relevant page. We believe this update was made possible due to your valuable feedback, for which we are grateful.
To prevent such occurrences in the future, both our company and the tour operator will pay closer attention to the information provided.
We sincerely apologize once again for this matter. We look forward to your next visit.
Sincerely,
VELTRA Customer Support Team
初めての沖縄 様
この度はベルトラのご利用および当ツアーへのご参加をいただき誠にありがとうございました。
また、「パイナップル食べ放題」の表記については、多大なご迷惑をお掛けし誠に申し訳ありません。
ツアー催行会社に確認したところ、現在、当ツアーではパイナップルの食べ放題を行っておらず、
試食のみ(パイナップル収穫状況により代替のお菓子となる場合もございます)をサービスさせていただいているとのことでした。
当アクティビティページの更新遅れによりお客様のご期待を裏切ることになってまい、大変申し訳なく思っております。
当該ページの情報は先程更新させていただきました。
これも今回の貴重なご指摘があったからこそのものと思っております。感謝申し上げます。
今後このようなことがないよう、弊社および催行会社共々、記載情報については一層の注意を払って参ります。
この度は誠に申し訳ありませんでした。
またのご利用を心からお待ち申し上げます。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
We booked our tour on a Saturday to go to the Blue Cave. As this was my first ocean snorkeling experience, I was not sure what to expect but the minute I put my mask in the water I was hooked! The water was crystal clear and the wave action was very gentle. The only major issue that I had with the whole event was that the cave staging area was PACKED with people and boats. It was fun getting to see the fish and coral and other sea life and we didn't care too much about the congestion outside of the cave but inside was a different matter. There were so many scuba divers and other snorkelers in the cave that you sometimes hit them with your swim fins and it was really crowded waiting for you turn at the photography area. Feeding the fish was fun and they swam very close. Our guide was very apologetic about the congestion, and we were having so much fun we assured him we understood and were still happy with our first experience. It remains one of our favorite memories even with the traffic jam. Next time we will book the tour on a weekday to help reduce the congestion but overall the trip was great for a first time!
Thank you for commenting ! The day you booked tour was so crowded in the cave . But I am glad for you to have a fun our tour.
Next time you will come to OKINAWA , please book the tour on weekday !
By then , I am going to more improve my English skill! :)
I hope to see you again some day!
I went on my first trip to Okinawa during Golden Week. I made a reservation for two people because I wanted to go snorkeling in the ocean.
We went to the designated meeting place, filled out a waiver, and quickly changed into the wetsuits we were given. There was no explanation about changing areas, and since I happened to wear my swimsuit under my clothes, I ended up changing in front of many men.
Regarding our belongings, we could only take waterproof phones on the boat, and I was considering putting our bags in the car since there were no lockers. However, the parking lot was about 100 meters away from the building, making it difficult to move in a wetsuit. As a result, we were almost forced to use a paid (non-refundable) locker for our belongings. Many of the staff members here were a bit overbearing. I wouldn't recommend this for families or couples.
After changing, we took our fins and snorkels and moved to a regular van for about a five-minute ride. Therefore, we had to split into several groups for both the outbound and return trips. Once we arrived at the boat location, we headed straight for the Blue Cave. It was easy to identify the spot because there were dozens of boats anchored around. There were indeed a lot of people. Since we were snorkeling, we could see from the surface, but at any given moment, there were divers below... (laughs) I suppose this isn't the tour's fault, but it was unavoidable. Were we there to see the fish or to watch the divers? (laughs)
Amidst the crowd and getting kicked by fins, we finally made it inside the Blue Cave. There was a long line. We waited for 30 minutes to an hour to take pictures at the spot where the water appears the bluest. Of course, I had no intention of waiting, so I went with the instructor and other participants towards the ocean. It was time for the fish feeding experience! Fish I had never seen before, likely from a tropical fish store, gathered in front of me seeking food. I was truly moved by their beauty. Although I spent more time watching the fish than actually seeing the Blue Cave, I felt like, "Well, at least I got to see the ocean..."
After coming out of the water, we returned to the changing area to prepare for our departure. There were no shampoo, conditioner, body soap, or towels available. The only things provided were a hairdryer, lotion, and sunscreen. Women should be cautious about this.
Access was easy, but I think I might choose a different tour company next time.
GWに初沖縄旅行。
沖縄に行ったら、海に潜りたいと2名で予約して参加しました。
指定された集合場所へ行き、誓約書を書き、渡されたウェットスーツにすぐに着替えます。
着替え場所などは説明がなく、たまたま洋服の下に水着を着て行ったので男性もたくさんいる中着替えをする羽目になりました。
荷物に関しては、防水携帯くらいしか船には持って行けず、ロッカーがなかったら車に荷物を入れておこうと考えていたのですが、駐車場は建物より100メートル程度離れており、ウェットスーツで移動するのは困難でした。
そのため、ほぼ強制的に有料(返金なし)のロッカーに荷物を入れることに。。
ここのスタッフの方は、少し高圧的な方が多いです。
家族連れやカップルにはおすすめしません。
さて、着替えを済ませフィンやシュノーケルは自分で持ち移動者へ。
通常のワンボックスカーで5分程度の道を移動します。
そのため、行きも帰りも何便かに分かれて移動になります。
船の場所へ着いたら、早速青の洞窟方面へ。
場所は見てすぐ分かりました。何故なら周辺に何十隻もの船が乗り付けて停泊しているからです。
人はほんとにたくさんいました。
私たちはシュノーケルでしたので海面から覗くのですが、どのタイミングにも海中にはダイビングの方々が、、、(笑)
これはツアーのせいでは全くないのでしょうがないとは思います。
魚を見に来たのか、潜ってる人を見に来たのか。(笑)
さて、たくさんの人にもまれながら、フィンで蹴られながら遂に青の洞窟内です。
んんん。長蛇の列があります。
30分から1時間待ち。それは最も青く写る場所での写真撮影ポイントの待ち列でした。
もちろん、待つ気はなくインストラクターさんと他の参加者の方と海の方へ。
魚の餌付け体験です!
熱帯魚の販売店でか見たことのない魚たちが目の前に餌を求めて集まってきます。
これには綺麗さに本当に感動しました。
青の洞窟を見るよりかは、海の方で魚を見てる時間の方が多かったですが、本当に人だらけ「まあ、海見れたし・・・」という気分になりました。
海から上がり着替え場所へもどり、帰り支度です。
シャンプー・リンス・ボディーソープ・タオルなど一切ありません。
あるのは、ドライヤーと化粧水、日焼け止めのみ。
女性の方は要注意です。
アクセスはしやすかったですが、次回は他のツアー会社にしようかなと思いました。
Dear RLK,
Thank you very much for participating in our program.
We sincerely apologize for any shortcomings, including the facility guidance, despite being chosen from among many providers. The Blue Cave is one of the most popular spots in Okinawa, and we understand that you were surprised by the large crowds during the Golden Week holiday.
Through this tour, we aim to enhance the experience of Okinawa's beautiful sea and help create precious memories of your trip. Our team is committed to making further improvements.
We deeply regret not meeting your expectations and would like to express our sincere apologies. We also appreciate your valuable feedback.
Sincerely,
Okinawa Summer Resort, Ogawa
RLK★様
この度は、弊社プログラムへご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。
数ある業者の中から選んでいただいたにもかかわらず、施設ご案内を含め、至らない点があり大変申し訳ございませんでした。
青の洞窟は、沖縄本島内でも1、2をあらそう人気スポットで、GWの連休中と重なり多くの人、人、人で驚かれたことと思います。
その中でも本ツアーを通じて、沖縄の海の良さや沖縄旅行の大切な思い出を築けるよう、社内でより工夫をこらし、
スタッフ一同、さらなる改善を図っていく所存にございます。
お客様のご期待にそえなかったことを深く反省し、改めてお詫び申し上げます。
また、貴重なご意見をいただけましたことに感謝いたします。
サマーリゾート沖縄 小川
My first trip to Okinawa.
On the first day of my arrival, I experienced this mangrove kayaking.
I wanted to kayak, see the mangroves, and catch the sunset! I participated with high expectations for these three major attractions.
First of all, I went by rental car, but I was unsure if I was at the right place as the signs were not very clear, and I felt anxious as I headed to the meeting point at the fishing port. However, they quickly recognized me by my rental car number and guided me through the procedures for filling out the waiver and changing clothes.
Regarding changing, there were two single-person triangular tents placed in a building surrounded on three sides, where both men and women could change. The restroom was unisex, which was a bit confusing.
Once all participants gathered, we received a brief instruction on how to hold the paddle and paddle from the shore, and then we boarded the kayak. It was a two-person boat. Since there were only two of us, it was not a problem, but for those in groups of three, they had to pair with someone else, so I think it's better to participate in even numbers.
First, we lightly paddled around the mangroves. The instructor was very friendly, but they mostly introduced their own background rather than sharing more about Okinawa, which I, as a traveler, wanted to know more about. Furthermore, the person in charge mentioned they had only been in Okinawa for a few months. When I asked for recommendations for places to eat after the activity or for sightseeing spots for the next day, the only response was that they weren't very familiar with Okinawa... Hmm.
Of course, I understand that guiding is not their main job, but still... I felt a sense of distrust. I strongly thought that there are many mangrove tours available, and I didn't need to choose this company. I was left feeling dissatisfied with both the cleanliness of the facilities and the content of the experience.
They did teach us how to paddle without getting tired just as we were about to return to the fishing port... The sunset was viewed from almost the same position as out at sea. I think it would be better to improve a bit more before holding the tour.
I was very disappointed given my high expectations.
初めての沖縄旅行。
到着初日にこのマングローブカヤックを体験いたしました。
カヤック乗りたい、マングローブも見たい、サンセットも見られる!
そんな3大魅力に期待を抱き参加いたしました。
まず初めに、レンタカーで行ったのですが看板がよくわからずここで良いのかな?と不安になりながら集合場所の漁港へ。
すぐにレンタカーナンバーで参加者だということに気付いてくださり、誓約書の記載や着替えなどの手順を教えてくださりました。
着替えに関しては、一人用の三角テントが3方を囲われた建物に2つ置いてあり、そこで男女ともに着替える感じでした。
お手洗いも、男女両用で少し戸惑いが隠せませんでした。
さて、参加者が全員そろい陸上でパドルの持ち方から漕ぎ方まで軽く指導していただき、早速乗船。2名一組の船でした。私たちは2人参加でしたので全く問題なかったのですが、3名組の方たちは一人違う方と組む形になるので偶数での参加が良いかなと思いました。
まず、マングローブをかなり軽く回ります。
インストラクターさんも気さくすぎるのか、インストラクターさんの出身地などのプロフィールばかり紹介していて、沖縄に旅行に来た身としては、興味のないインストラクターさんのことよりも沖縄に関してのことをもっと知りたいと思いました。
さらに、担当してくださった方は、沖縄に来てまだ数か月とのこと。
アクティビティーの後に、ご飯でも行きたいなとおすすめのごはん屋さんを聞いても
明日の観光におすすめの場所はあるかと聞いても、
沖縄には詳しくなくて・・・・の返答のみ。
うーーーーん。
もちろん、それをガイドしてくださるのが主な仕事ではないと分かっておりますが、
それでも・・・・という不信感。
これなら、たくさんあるマングローブのツアーをわざわざこの会社にしなくてもと強く思いました。それくらい、施設の清潔度に関しても内容に関しても不満感のみが残りました。
カヌーの疲れない漕ぎ方とかも帰りの道のりでもうすぐ漁港に帰るというタイミングで教えてくださったりとか。。。
サンセットは沖で見るのとほぼ同じ位置から。
なにか、もう少し改善をしてからツアー開催した方がよいのではないかと思います。
期待値が高かった分、非常に残念に思いました。
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We sincerely apologize for any unpleasant experiences regarding the changing facilities and the staff's response.
Regarding the changing situation, each person is supposed to use one tent, but we acknowledge that we did not pay enough attention to the arrangement of the tents, and we will improve this in the future. The restrooms are facilities provided by the fishing cooperative, so we cannot unilaterally change them, but we will convey your feedback to the cooperative and consider improvements in their usage.
During the tour, we focus on explaining the mangroves (though staff members have slightly different areas of expertise), and we also discuss the river, the ecology of nature and living creatures, and cultural topics. We recognize that some explanations may not have reached you, which reflects our lack of guidance. The staff member on duty that day is currently studying about Okinawa, and we sincerely apologize for not being able to answer the questions you raised.
If customers have difficulty paddling during the tour, we explain how to paddle each time, but we will work on improving the timing of those explanations as well.
Based on your valuable feedback, we will strive to provide clearer guidance and explanations to our customers in the future.
Thank you once again for your valuable input.
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。
また、お着替えやお手洗いの施設およびスタッフの応対については、
お客様に不愉快な思いをさせてしまい、大変申し訳ありませんでした。
着替えの件ですが、テントはお一人様一つずつ使用するものですが、
テントの配置等に気配りが至らなかったことに関しましては今後改善して参ります。
お手洗いは漁協組合の施設を利用しているものですので、弊社の独断で施設の変更などは出来ませんが、
漁協組合に今回いただいたご指摘を伝え、使用方法についての改善を検討させていただきます。
ツアー中にはマングローブの説明を中心に (スタッフにより得意分野が若干違いますが)
川のお話や自然や生き物の生態、文化のお話をそれぞれさせていただいております。
お客様に説明が届かない内容だったことに関しましては、こちらのガイド不足と認識しております。
当日の担当スタッフは沖縄のことについて現在勉強中ではございますが、
せっかくいただいたご質問にお答え出来なかった点について、誠に申し訳なく思っております。
ツアー中にお客様が上手く漕げない場合には、その都度漕ぎ方を説明いたしておりますが、
その説明が遅く感じられましたことも改善して参ります。
今回いただいた貴重なご意見を踏まえ、今後、お客様へより分かりやすくご案内と説明が出来るよう、
スタッフ一同、一層努力をして参りたいと思います。
この度は、貴重な御意見を頂き、誠にありがとうございました。
I participated in a tour that included clownfish spot diving and snorkeling at the Blue Cave. I had always wanted to try diving, but I was anxious about doing it overseas, so I decided on this tour that offered a beginner-friendly experience with proper support for both diving and snorkeling at the Blue Cave.
Before diving, the staff thoroughly explained how to use the equipment, tips for breathing, and addressed other concerns that beginners might have (like the causes of ear pain and how to relieve it, and what to do in case of panic), which made me feel secure about diving. I particularly remember the advice that when looking at the deep sea where the bottom is not visible, it’s easy for humans to feel anxious and panic, so it’s better not to look at the bottom. If you do panic, just look at the person next to you. This was a very impactful message, especially coming from experienced staff!
Once I actually dove in, it was a bit cold, but I was surprised by how many fish there were! The clownfish were so cute! The coral reef was so close! I was extremely excited! The Blue Cave also took us to a spot with beautiful light, and I was moved by the scenery there as well. I was able to see plenty of fish while snorkeling too!
The staff even showed me some tricks using bubbles underwater, which made me very satisfied! It was such a fun tour that made me want to dive again soon.
クマノミスポットダイビングと青の洞窟スポットシュノーケリングのツアーに参加しました。
昔からダイビングに挑戦してみたかったのですが、海外での体験は不安・・・という事で、きちんとサポートしていただけそうな体験ダイビングと青の洞窟シュノーケリングがセットになっている本ツアーに決めました。
ダイビング前には事前にスタッフの方が器具の使い方、呼吸のコツ、その他初心者にとって不安な点(耳が痛くなる原因・解消のコツ、パニックになった場合など)も詳しく教えていただいたので、安心して潜る事ができました。特に、底が見えない深海部分を見ていると人間は不安になってパニックを起こしやすいから底は見ない、パニックになった場合は隣の人を見ましょう、という話がすごく印象に残りました。慣れてるスタッフさんだからこそ伝えられる言葉ですね♪
実際潜ってみたら、少し寒かったですが魚がいっぱいでびっくり!クマノミかわいい!サンゴ礁が近い!と大興奮でした!!
青の洞窟も光がとても綺麗な場所に連れて行ってもらい、そこでの景色にもまた感動しました。シュノーケリングでも魚はいっぱい見れましたよ〜♪
お兄さんに水中で気泡を使った技も見せていただき大満足!
またすぐ潜りたいな〜と思えた、すごく楽しいツアーでした。
Thank you for participating in our snorkeling and introductory diving tour. It's important to focus on having fun during the introductory diving experience, as feeling scared can lead to anxiety and make it difficult to dive. We hope you'll come back to dive with us again when you visit Okinawa!
この度は弊社のシュノーケリング、体験ダイビングツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。
体験ダイビングでは怖い!と思ってしまうと不安になって潜れなくなってしまうので、まずは楽しい!と思うことが大事ですね。
沖縄に来る際には是非また潜りに来て下さい!
Since I was staying in Okinawa City, I drove there and parked in the office's parking lot. After arriving, I filled out my personal information. I changed into my wetsuit and had some waiting time until the boat's departure. The office was well-equipped with sunscreen, hair dryers, cotton swabs, and the service was good. During the waiting time, they took us to the sea. Since I was in the same group as some Koreans, we had fun chatting while we waited. The snorkeling gear was distributed by the instructor, and we were dropped off near the Blue Cave by boat. The instructor pulled something like a kickboard, and we snorkeled while holding onto it. The weather was nice, and the inside of the Blue Cave was very beautiful, which made me very satisfied. We were also able to feed the fish. I think those participating in this tour should consider purchasing a waterproof camera in advance. The instructor was kind, and I had such a good experience that I would be happy to join the same tour again.
沖縄市に滞在していたので車で向かいました。車は事務所の駐車場に停めました。到着後、個人情報を記載しました。ウェットスーツに着替え、船の出港時間まで待ち時間が有りました。事務所には日焼け止めやドライヤー、綿棒なども完備されていてサービスは良かったです。待ち時間の間は海へ連れて行ってくれました。韓国人と同じグループだったので楽しく会話しながら待ちました。シュノーケリングの道具一式がインストラクターの方から配布され、船で青の洞窟付近で降ろされます。ビート板のようなものをインストラクターの方が引いて、それにつかまりながらシュノーケリングをしました。天候がよく海の中、青の洞窟内部はとてもきれいで大満足でした。魚にえさをやることもできました。このツアーに参加される方は防水カメラをあらかじめ購入してから参加してもよいと思います。インストラクターの方も優しく、また同じツアーに参加してもいいと思えるほど、良い体験ができました。
Thank you very much for participating in our snorkeling tour. The weather was great that day, and you were lucky! Many people say they wish they had brought a camera since it's possible to take photos inside the cave. Please join us again when you come to Okinawa!
この度は弊社のシュノーケリングツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。当日は天候が良く、ラッキーでしたね!洞窟内では写真を撮ることが可能なので、やっぱりカメラっをもってくればよかった~。という方がほとんどです。沖縄に遊びに来る際には是非またご参加ください!
I made a reservation so my mother, who can't swim, could see the underwater world. Unfortunately, the conditions weren't very good due to the weather, but it seems my mother was satisfied. She was very excited when fish gathered nearby! The visibility was 2 this time, but I want to try again next time!
泳げない母親に海の中を見てもらいたく予約しました。残念ながら天候の影響であまり良い状態ではありませんでしたが母親は満足してくれたみたいです。近くに魚が集まってきた時は大興奮でした!今回は透明度が2でしたが次回またリベンジしたいと思います!
Dear Kachin,
Thank you very much for using the Orca sightseeing boat. Every day, the captain and staff work together to find points where we can enjoy nature as much as possible. Although the conditions on the day were not the best, we are very pleased to hear that your mother was able to experience the beauty of the Okinawan sea, even just a little. We sincerely look forward to your next opportunity to board.
Best regards,
West Marine Staff
5/24
かーちん様 この度は水中観光船オルカ号をご利用いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。毎日、船長とスタッフが力を合わせて、自然を相手に少しでも鑑賞できるポイントを探しながら運行しています。当日はベストコンディションではなかったとのことですが、お母様に少しでも沖縄の海の感動を体験いただけたご様子でとてもうれしく存じます。またのご乗船ご機会、心よりお待ち申し上げております。 5/24 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同
I had a scuba diving experience on the Adventure Island tour! Despite being late due to last-minute rental car issues, they were very kind and accommodating. I also found it convenient that we could take a bus from near Kokusai Street.
Before diving, we received an explanation on the boat, and then we practiced putting on the tank and submerging our faces in the water. At first, I was anxious because I couldn't breathe properly, but thanks to the clear advice I received, I quickly grasped the technique and was able to breathe comfortably underwater. I felt secure because the guide was there to lead me! Once we were in the ocean, I was surprised to see so many fish! When we went a little deeper, I was moved by the beautiful coral reefs!
The fish and coral were colorful and diverse, so I was constantly looking around. The guide took many photos of us at various points! Not only did we enjoy the scenery, but I was also entertained by the guide's bubble tricks underwater.
Finally, we were taken to a spot with beautiful light in the blue cave, and I was once again moved by the scenery there. The time spent diving was so enjoyable that it felt like it flew by. This is definitely a tour I would love to use again the next time I visit Okinawa!
冒険島のツアーでスキューバダイビングの体験をしました!当日は急遽レンタカーの都合で遅刻してしまったにも関わらず、とても親切に対応していただきました。国際通り近くからバスで行けるのも便利だと思いました。
スキューバをやる前に初めに船で説明を受け次にボンベを背負って海で顔をつけて潜る練習をしました。初めは呼吸が上手く出来ず不安でしたが、分かりやすくアドバイスをしていただいたおかげですぐにコツを掴み、水中で楽に呼吸ができるようになりました。潜るのはお兄さんに誘導してもらったので安心!そして海の中に入ったらまず魚がいっぱいでビックリ!そしてもう少し奥まで連れて行ってもらうとサンゴ礁がすごく綺麗で感動しました!
魚もサンゴ礁も、色とりどりでいろんな種類の景色が見られるので常にキョロキョロ。ツアーを担当してもらったお兄さんにいろんなポイントで写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました!景色だけでなくお兄さんの水中での気泡を使った技も見せていただきとても楽しませてもらいました。
最後に青の洞窟の光がとても綺麗な場所に連れて行ってもらい、そこでの景色にもまた感動しました。潜っている時間は、とても楽しくてあっという間に感じました。次に沖縄に行く時もぜひ利用させていただきたいツアーです!
Dear Mizuho,
Thank you for your post. We were blessed with great weather and sea conditions, and it seems you made wonderful memories in Okinawa this Golden Week! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time, and it serves as great motivation for our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back with the Adventure Island team on your next trip to Okinawa.
みずほ 様
投稿いただきましてありがとうございます。
お天気にも海況にも恵まれ、今年のGWは沖縄で良い思い出ができましたね!
私達スタッフもみなさんに喜んで頂けたというご報告がとても嬉しく、これからの励みにもつながります。
次回の沖縄旅行の際にも冒険島スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
The Churaumi Aquarium bus tour and three other spots is a great value. Such a low price for an all day tour. You get lunch, a small bowl of Okinawa Soba, at the Butterfly Garden, the aquarium, pineapple park, and the glass factor. We were a group of six, and at the aquarium, five of us got lost. I followed the guide (I understand Japanese) but the others (all Chinese) failed to follow. When I went back to where I last saw them, they were gone! The guide was very helpful. She helped me look for them and found three (including my husband), but the other two were still missing. She went back to the bus and found the other two, brought them back to us. Reunited! The dolphin show was very entertaining but I was eager to see the whale sharks at the aquarium. They had three whale sharks and my husband took some great photos. The other exhibits were hard to see, so many people! Chinese tourists everywhere! We spent three hours at the aquarium and then it was back to the bus. Next stop, Pineapple park, sampled different juices and baked goods. Final stop, Ryukyu glass factory. The pieces are very pretty but pricey so we spent the short time there eating purple potato ice cream, very good, you have to try it when you come to Okinawa.
It took another two hours to get back to Naha and we asked to be dropped off at Kokusaidori. Since we're all in the service industry, and because she was so helpful, we tipped the guide. There were only two things I didn't like about this tour. First, it took 15 minutes for us to walk from our hotel (Rihga Royal Gran) to the pick up hotel (Loisir). 2nd, lunch was too smal. We all could've eaten two bowls of noodles. We were all so hungry, we had the buffet dinner on the top floor of the Ryubo department store! Still, we had a good time!
The highlight of our trip to Okinawa, for both my friend and me, was this activity! It was so beautiful that we felt like, "Is there really a world like this?" I was a bit worried it would be crowded during Golden Week, but thanks to the guidance from the staff, we were able to fully enjoy both the Blue Cave and snorkeling. The staff, including our guide, were very friendly and kind, and I would love to use their services again!
今回の沖縄の旅で友人、私共々一番の思い出がこのアクティビティです★もう綺麗すぎてこんな世界ってあるんだー!って感じでした★
GWで混んでいるかなーと不安でしたが、担当の方がうまく誘導してくれたおかげで青の洞窟もシュノーケリングもしっかり楽しめました(^o^)/~~
担当方含め、お店のスタッフの方もとても感じがよく親切で、また利用したいです★
Dear Ayano,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
As it was Golden Week, there was indeed more congestion than usual, but we utilized some tips to ensure you could enjoy your time as comfortably as possible.
I am very pleased to hear that you had a great time.
Next time, we also offer diving and various other tours, so please do consider trying them out. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
Adventure Island
あやの 様
体験談投稿ありがとうございます。
GWなのでやはり通常に比べ混雑はありましたが、少しでも快適に過ごして頂けるように裏技を駆使してご案内させて頂きました。
結果楽しんで頂けたようで何より嬉しく思います。
次回はダイビングやその他色々なツアーも開催しておりますので是非挑戦してみてください。
またのご利用を心よりお待ちしております。
冒険島