All Reviews for Bus Tours

I participated in the Yakuzaru tour in the afternoon. I was worried about joining alone, but the guide and the other participants were all nice people, and I had a great time! It was recommended for me since I had little knowledge about Yakusugi, as I could learn while being guided. During my tour, I was also able to see Yakushima deer and Yakuzaru from the vehicle. I'm glad I participated!

やくざる号、午後ツアーに参加しました。ひとりでの参加で心配してましたが、ガイドさんや他のツアー参加者の方達も良い人達で楽しかったです！
ガイドしてもらいながら、まわれるので屋久杉について知識が少なかった自分にとってオススメでした。私が巡った時は、ヤクシカやヤクザルも車中から見ることが出来ました。参加してよかったです！

Considering the price, I was quite satisfied. Especially since I was alone, it felt like it wouldn't have made much difference if I had rented a car and paid for gas. I had almost zero prior knowledge, so without the guide's explanations, I would have just been taking pictures. During the bus ride, the guide's remarkable talk kept me completely engaged the entire time. I wonder if there's a well-crafted script based on the reactions of past customers.

値段を考えれば、十分満足できました。特に1人だったので、1人でレンタカー借りてガソリン代払ってたら大して変わらない気がしたので良かった。予備知識ほぼゼロだったので、ガイドさんの説明がなければただ写真を撮るだけになっていた。バスでの移動中、その時間を全く飽きさせない見事なトークでした。今までのお客さんの反応などから練りに練った台本があるのかな。

It seems that the mode of transportation varies depending on the number of participants. This time, I was with one person for the whole day and two others in the afternoon, so we traveled by taxi. In the morning, we went around the island, and in the afternoon, we visited Yakusugi Land. The driver and guide shared a lot of information about the island, making it a day that exceeded my expectations and was truly enjoyable. The lunch portion was ample, and the flying fish was very delicious!

It was raining at Yakusugi Land, and the footing was poor, making it a bit challenging to walk. However, the path wasn't too steep, so sneakers or similar footwear were sufficient. Although I participated alone, the guide was kind, friendly, and humorous, taking photos for me here and there. Yakushima has not only forests but also many famous spots, and I had a wonderful time sightseeing in a relaxed manner throughout the day! Thank you very much.

参加人数によって移動手段が異なるようです。
今回は一日ご一緒だったのがお一人と午後からの方がお二人でしたのでタクシーでの移動でした。
午前は島内1周、午後からヤクスギランドに行きました。
ドライバー兼ガイドの方が島内のことについて沢山お話してくれ、期待以上に楽しい一日になりました。
お昼ご飯の量も十分で、トビウオもとってもおいしかったです！
ヤクスギランドは雨が降っており、足場が悪いため歩くのにやや苦労しました。
ただ、そこまで険しい道のりではないのでスニーカー等の装備で充分でした。
一人での参加でしたが、ところどころ写真を撮ってくださったり、優し気さくでユーモラスなガイドさんでした。
屋久島には森だけでなく沢山の名所があり、一日でゆるっと観光できてとても楽しかったです！
本当にありがとうございました。

I participated in the afternoon on the day I arrived. Since there were only two stops, the travel time was long, but I was able to feel the essence of Yakushima. Yakusugi Land was great.

After getting off the bus, I noticed that the bus with just the tour guide and the driver waved at me as they were returning from dropping off other passengers at the hotel, which made me happy.

着いた日に午後参加。2箇所だけの立ち寄りだったので移動時間が長かったが、屋久島を感じられた。
ヤクスギランドよかった。

バスを降りたあと、他の乗客をホテルに送った帰りだと思うが、バスガイドさんと運転手さんだけのバスとすれ違った時に気づいてくれて、手を振ってくれて嬉しかった。

I couldn't drive, so it was nice to have someone take me around to various places. It was raining, but I learned a lot of interesting facts like, "Actually, the view is better from this side!" It was a lot of fun. They were kind throughout the trip. The people of Yakushima are all really nice.

運転できないので、いろんなところを回ってもらえて楽だった。雨だったけど、「実はこっちからの方が景色がよく見える！」とか豆知識みたいなこともいっぱい教えてくれて楽しかった。終始親切。屋久島の人はいい人ばっかりだ。

The guide's stories during the trip were interesting. It was a tour where we could walk through the World Heritage area. I thought it was a tour with a lot of substance.

移動時のガイドさんの話が面白い。世界遺産区域のウォーキングもできるツアーでした。中身の濃いツアーだと思いました。

It was great.
It was more fun than I imagined.
The guide was kind.
After my husband and I finished our meal at the restaurant, as we were about to head back to the hotel, the guide waited outside the restaurant for us. Then, we were taken back to the hotel.
I was so moved...

よかったです。
想像以上に楽しかったです。
ガイドさんが優しい。
夫とレストランで食事が終え、
ホテルまで帰ろうとするところ、ガイドさんがずっとレストランの外で待っててくれた。そして、ホテルまで送迎してもらいました。
感激です。。。。。。。。

I went on a 2-night, 3-day trip to Yakushima. On the final day, I wanted to make the most of the morning before taking the ferry in the early afternoon, so I joined a half-day bus tour. I was exhausted from the Jomon Sugi trekking on the second day, so this tour, which efficiently took us around the island to visit the main sightseeing spots, was greatly appreciated. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery from the bus window was beautiful, plus the guide was very skilled in sharing information. It turned out to be a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour.

2泊3日の屋久島旅行。
最終日お昼過ぎのフェリーに乗るまでの午前中を
有効に使おうと思い半日バスツアーに参加しました。
2日目の縄文杉トレッキングで疲れ果てていましたので
バスで効率良く島を一周して主な観光地を巡ってくれる
このツアーは大変ありがたかったです。
お天気にも恵まれ、車窓からの景色が美しい上に
ガイドさんの話がとても上手でした。
とても充実した楽しいツアーとなりました。

The day we participated was sunny, and the scenery was clearly visible no matter where we went, which was great. The guide was enjoyable, and I think 5,000 yen for a full day of sightseeing with meals included is a good deal.

参加した日は晴れていて、どこへ行っても景色がはっきりと見えてとても良かったです。
ガイドさんは楽しい方でしたし、1日観光もできて食事もついて5000円は安いと思います。

The small group size allowed us to take our time exploring. It was perfect for my first trip to Yakushima, as we could efficiently visit the sights. The driver and guide were both wonderful and very comforting. I highly recommend it!

少人数制で、ゆっくりと見学できました。効率良く名所を回れるので、初めての屋久島の旅にピッタリです。ドライバーさんやガイドさんの人柄も大変良く癒されました。本当におススメです！

It was a day with quite a bit of rain, and we were ready to give up on sightseeing ourselves, but since we were picked up at the hotel and efficiently taken to the sightseeing spots, we were glad we participated.

結構な雨降りの日で、自分達では観光は諦めてしまうところでしたが、ホテルまで迎えに来て貰えるし、観光のポイントを要領よく回って貰えるので、参加してよかったです。

Since there were 8 participants, we toured in a jumbo taxi and were able to spend the day in a friendly atmosphere. The guide was very kind and took us to places that are not included in the usual tourist routes. Moreover, he had a wealth of knowledge about Yakushima, and we learned many things (such as the villa of Horiemon and the Aum Shinrikyo hideout...). He also provided detailed information about the Yakusugi trees. Thank you very much.

参加者が8人だったのでｼﾞｬﾝﾎﾞﾀｸｼｰでの観光となり､ﾌﾚﾝﾄﾞﾘｰな雰囲気で一日を過ごす事が出来ました｡
ｶﾞｲﾄﾞさんが非常に親切でﾊﾞｽでは行けない様な所(通常の観光ｺｰｽには入っていない場所)へも連れて行ってくれました｡
そのうえ､屋久島に関する知識がとても豊かで色々なことを知ることが出来ました｡(ﾎﾘｴﾓﾝの別荘､ｵｳﾑ真理教のｱｼﾞﾄ､･･････)
屋久杉についても詳しく教えて貰いました｡
ありがとうございました｡

I finally got to take my long-awaited trip to Yakushima and participated in a bus tour to circle the island. Unfortunately, the western forest road was blocked, so the bus couldn't pass, which was disappointing. The driver and guide were both excellent. Thanks to them, I had a wonderful day.

念願だった屋久島旅行　島一周がしたくてバスツアーに参加させていただきました。あいにく西部林道が崩れてバスが通れなくてざんねんでした。運転手さん件ガイドさん大変よかったです。おかげで楽しく一日すごせました。

I participated only in the morning to match my flight schedule, but I had a great time sightseeing. I would like to spend a full day exploring Yakushima when I visit again.

フライト時刻に合わせて午前中だけの参加でしたが、とても楽しく観光できました。また屋久島を訪れるときは１日たっぷりと観光してみたいです。

I was feeling unwell, but I was helped by being picked up right in front of the guesthouse. I was able to circle Yakushima in one day and see monkeys and deer, visit waterfalls, the banyan tree, Inakahama Beach, and the Jomon Sugi. Considering the meals included at this price, the cost performance is so good that I was worried if it was worth it. The meals were like a lunch set from a restaurant that also had a souvenir shop. Guests participating in the tour ate together at two tables. It wasn't a very casual atmosphere for chatting with each other, so it felt a bit uneasy.

体調不良だったのですが、民宿前までピックアップに来てもらい、助かりました。1日で屋久島を1周できて猿や鹿も見れて、滝やガジュマル、いなか浜、紀元杉を周り、食事付きでこの価格ですから、元がとれるのか心配になるくらいコスパが良いです。食事はお土産やさんを併設したレストランのランチセットみたいなもの。ツアーに参加した客が2つのテーブルで一緒に食べる。お互い雑談するような雰囲気ではなかったので、少し落ち着かなかったかな。

I participated in a half-day tour in the afternoon. The driver was knowledgeable and provided explanations while we toured together, and I was able to get photos taken from the best angles. It exceeded my expectations.

午後の半日ツアーに参加しました。運転手さんは知識豊富で、一緒に回って説明、ベストな角度から写真も撮ってもらえました。
思っていた以上の内容でした。

The guide provided information about island life, the land, and the mountains throughout our tour of the island, and they also helped us with taking photos, making for a fulfilling day. I regret that we couldn't complete a full circle around the island due to construction and missed visiting Inakahama.

島内を回っている間ずっと島の生活についてや土地や山のことなどガイドがあり、写真撮影も協力していただき、充実した1日を過ごせました。
工事の関係で島内一周が出来ずいなか浜に行けなかったのが心残りでした。

I requested the afternoon course, and I received a confirmation call the day before, which made me feel at ease for the day of the event! The tour included Yakusugi Land and the Kigen Sugi, and it was a great deal with an excellent guide and the opportunity to take photos from the best positions! Since they also provide transportation back to the accommodation, it serves as a convenient alternative for those who haven't rented a car, making it a win-win situation!

午後からのコースをお願いしましたが前日には確認のお電話があり、安心して当日を迎えることができました！ヤクスギランドと紀元杉の見学でしたが絶妙なガイドさんの案内プラスベストポジションでの写真撮影もあってとてもお得なコースでした！帰りは宿までは送ってもらえることからレンタカーを借りていない方にはバスやタクシー代わりの交通手段にもなって一石二鳥だと思います〜

I participated in the morning of my last day of stay. I was very satisfied to be able to see points that I couldn't visit on my own, slowly and carefully. The service provided by the driver and guide was wonderful. They shared a wealth of knowledge and experiences about the mountains, plants, and the island's history, and took many photos at each stop. As someone traveling alone, this was especially appreciated. It was clear that they had studied a lot, as growing up on the island doesn't mean knowing everything. It was a great way to wrap up my trip. I highly recommend this tour!

滞在最終日の午前中に参加しました。自力では回れなかったポイントを、ゆっくり丁寧に見ることができて大満足です。
運転とガイドを担当くださった方のサービスが素晴らしかったです。山のこと、植物のこと、島の歴史等、島育ちのさまざまな知識やご経験を余すところなくお話くださって、立ち寄る先々で写真もたくさん撮ってくださいました。ひとり旅だった私には、特にありがたいことでした。
島で育ったから何でも知っているわけではなく、とても勉強されているのも伝わりました。
旅のよい締めくくりになりました。このツアーは、本当にオススメです！

I arrived at Yakushima Airport around noon and participated in the afternoon tour. The itinerary mentioned a 50-minute walk through the Jomon Sugi and Yakusugi Land. So, I assumed that the Yakusugi Land tour would be the 50-minute course up to the Buddha Sugi. However, during the ride, the driver mentioned, "We will have about a 40-minute walk at Yakusugi Land," which gave me a bit of a bad feeling... Unfortunately, that feeling turned out to be accurate, as we only had a 30-minute walking course, and it ended in no time.

Looking at reviews, it seems that it can depend on the driver (and guide) for the day. That day, there were already four people who had been on a full-day tour since the morning, and three additional people, including myself, boarded from the airport, so the driver might have been tired. Well, it was inexpensive, and I was able to make decent use of my arrival day, but it was quite disappointing.

お昼に屋久島空港に着いて、午後から参加しました。
紀元杉と、ヤスクギランド50分程度の散策、という能書きでした。
なので、ヤクスギランドは仏陀杉までの50分コースなのだろうと思っていました。
が、車内で「ヤクスギランドでは40分程度散策します。」と運転手さんが仰るのでちょっと嫌な予感が・・・
その予感は的中し、なんと、30分コースの散策のみであっという間に終了してしまいました。
口コミを見ると、その日の担当ドライバー（兼ガイド）さんにもよるみたいですね。
その日は朝から1日コースに参加されてる方が既に4人いて、空港から私を含め3人追加で乗り込んだ感じで、お疲れだったのかもしれません。
まあ安いし、到着日をまあまあ有効に使えましたが、かなり残念でした。

The day before, I walked around a lot and ended up more tired than I expected... I didn't think much about it when I signed up, but the bus after walking around is highly recommended. (laughs)

This trip had a short duration, but I was able to visit many places, so I’m very satisfied!! I also encountered the monkeys and deer of Yakushima, and I was able to soak in the negative ions from the waterfalls, making it a truly refreshing trip.

前日は色々歩き回ったのですが、思った以上に疲れてしまい、、、申し込んだ時はそんなに考えてなかったのですが、歩き回った後のバスは凄くおすすめです。笑

今回の旅は滞在期間が短かったのですが、まとめて巡れたので大満足！！屋久島の猿や鹿達にも出会え、滝のマイナスイオンも浴びて、ほんとリフレッシュできた旅になりました。

I was able to efficiently visit everything in one day, and the guide's explanations were very good. They also took a lot of photos for me. Thank you very much! 😊

1日で効率よくまわれたし、ガイドの方の説明もとても良かったです。。写真もいっぱいとってくれました。。
ありがとうございました(^｡^)

On the first day of my three-night trip, I took the afternoon half-day course, and on the last day, I took the morning half-day course. I was able to almost circle Yakushima and met Yakushima deer and Yakushima macaques. The guide took photos for me, and I made great memories. Thank you!

3泊旅行の初日に午後半日コース、最終日午前半日のコースを利用させて頂きました。屋久島をほぼ一周し、ヤクシカ、ヤクザルにも会えました。ガイドの方に写真を撮って頂いたり、いい思い出ができました、ありがとうございます。

It was a course where I could enjoy Yakushima for a whole day, both in the morning and afternoon. However, it was a bit rushed, so I couldn't enjoy lunch leisurely, and I also couldn't take my time looking at souvenirs. I wished I had more time.

午前、午後１日屋久島楽しめるコースでした。
ただ、バタバタ過ぎて、お昼ご飯はゆっくり頂けず、お土産もゆっくり見れず。
時間もっと欲しかったです。

I made a mistake at the morning meeting point and I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused, but I was very happy with the kind and friendly response I received.

The sightseeing bus provides thorough information about the places we visit until we reach our destination, which is very helpful. They also taught me unique ways to take photos that I wouldn't have thought of myself, resulting in some wonderful commemorative pictures.

It was a fun trip where I fully enjoyed the rich nature.

朝の集合場所を間違えてしまい大変ご迷惑をお掛けしてしまいましたが 、
優しく親切に対応して下さってとても嬉しかったです。

観光バスは、目的地に着くまでに、行く所の情報をしっかり教えてくださるので、
とても助かります。 又写真の撮り方なども、私では思い付かないようなことも教えて下さって 、とても良い記念になる写真が撮れました。

豊かな自然を満喫した楽しい旅でした。

I was able to see most of the highlights of Yakushima in one day, which was great. The lunch was also not bad. I enjoyed shopping at the souvenir shops as well. The guide took many great photos and was very entertaining, which I appreciated. I had a fun time seeing both monkeys and deer. Thank you very much.

1日で屋久島の大体の見どころを見ることができ大変良かったです。お昼も悪くなかったです。お土産屋さんで買い物もでき、満喫できました。ガイドの方も写真をよく撮ってくださり、お話しも面白く、有難かったです。サルもシカも見ることができ楽しく過ごさせていただきました。有難うございました。

I participated in the half-day course at Yakusugi Land in the afternoon. Since it was possible to join as a solo traveler, I attended alone this time. By late August, it seemed that the summer vacation peak had passed, so instead of a bus, we took a taxi. The driver shared a lot of detailed information about Yakushima. We visited Yakusugi Land and the Jomon Sugi, and along the way, he also pointed out some delicious spots for water. On the way back, he kindly stopped at various places to explain things, which made for wonderful memories. He even took me to a shop I wanted to visit on the way back. It was very kind of him. I would like to use this service again.

午後からのヤクスギランド半日コースを利用しました。
お一人様の参加可能ということで、
今回ひとり参加致しました。
8月下旬で夏休みピークを過ぎたのか
参加が数名だったためバスでなく、
タクシーだったのですが運転手さんから色々と屋久島の詳しいお話しも聞けました。
ヤクスギランドと紀元杉に行きましたが、
途中の美味しい脇水の場所とかも教えてもらったり、帰りみちは所々で下車して丁寧に説明して下さったのでとても思い出になりました。
帰りは寄りたいお店まで送っていただきました。
とても親切でした。
また利用したいです。

My mother participated alone with a walker, and although it caused some trouble, it seems that the driver and the guide were very considerate, allowing us to complete the tour safely. Since Yakushima sightseeing mainly involves trekking and climbing, I consulted with VELTRA about whether my mother could participate, as she is unable to walk around. Thanks to their communication with the local team and the arrangements made in advance, we were able to join without any worries. Thank you very much.

母が一人でシルバーカーを押しての参加で、色々お手数を掛けましたが、
運転手さんはじめガイドさんが気遣って下さったようで、無事観光を終えることができました。
屋久島観光はトレッキングや登山等が主になってしまうので、
歩きまわることができない母が観光できないかVELTRAさんにも相談した結果
現地と連絡を取り合って、事前に対処して頂いたお陰で不安なく参加することができました。
ありがとうございました。

Due to time constraints, I only participated in the morning course. We visited places like Ohkawa Falls, Gajumaru, the Western Forest Road, and Inakahama. The guide was very skilled at sharing stories and taught me a lot about Yakushima that I wouldn't have known on my own.

First of all, I think it would be great to take this tour to get an overview of Yakushima and then explore your favorite spots individually! I recommend it for those who have limited travel schedules or for families with small children.

時間の関係で、午前中のコースのみに参加しました。大川の滝〜ガジュマル〜西部林道〜いなか浜などを回りました。ガイドさんのお話も上手で、1人たびでは知れない、屋久島のことをたくさん教えて頂きました。

まず、このツアーで屋久島を1周されてから好きな場所を個人で散策されるといいかなと思いました！ 旅の日程があまり取れない方、小さなお子さんがいる方にもオススメです。

The guide was from Yakushima and shared various stories about the island while explaining the famous spots. It was interesting to hear that despite having such beautiful seas, the locals prefer playing in the rivers rather than swimming in the ocean. The stories were engaging throughout. The lunch was substantial and offered great value for money.

ガイドさんが、屋久島出身のかたで屋久島のいろいろな話を交えて、名所名所では解説してくれます。あんなにきれいな海なのに地元の人は海水浴ではなく川遊びしかしないとか、いろいろなところでお話が面白かった。昼食もしっかりしておりコスパも最高です。