All Reviews for Private Charter Tours

I used this service for the first time in Yakushima. I had been doing some hiking and trekking, so I wasn't worried about my physical stamina, but considering the possibility of heavy rain, I decided to book a tour.

Both days were sunny, and I didn't have to use my rain gear, but I was able to have a different experience than I would have on my own, and I think it was a good decision in the end.

On the first day, the Jomon Sugi was great; the guide's explanations and pacing were excellent, and I think we arrived smoothly. However, the return trip on the trolley path was unexpectedly tough... I would have struggled without the guide and the other participants. I'm glad I went with the tour, haha.

The second day at Shiratani Unsuikyo and Taiko Rock was so much fun! The scenery while listening to the guide's knowledge about the plants and the whole of Yakushima was a different experience. There was a steep climb at the end to Taiko Rock, but a couple in their 70s made it up as well. If you have the time, I definitely recommend the tour to Taiko Rock!

All the participants said they were glad they joined for both days! Above all, considering the fatigue from the return trip from Jomon Sugi, I appreciated being taken back to our accommodation, haha.

Thank you so much for everything!

初めての屋久島で利用いたしました。登山やトレッキングはしておりましたので、体力的に不安はありませんでしたが、大雨が降った際などのことを考え、ツアーをお頼みすることにしました。
2日間とも晴れており、レインウェアを使う機会はございませんでしたが、個人でとは違った経験ができ、結果的に良い判断だったと思います。

1日目の縄文杉はガイドさんのお話やペース配分がよく、すんなりと到着出来たと思います。ただ、帰りのトロッコ道が思いの外つらく、、、私はガイドさんや参加者の皆さんがいなければへこたれていました。ツアーで良かったと思いました笑

2日目の白谷雲水峡、太鼓岩はすごく楽しかったです！ガイドさんの植物や屋久島全体に関する知識を伺いながら観る景色は、また違った景観になります。太鼓岩は最後急登がありましたが、70代御夫婦も登ってらっしゃいました。
時間があれば是非太鼓岩までのツアーをお勧めいたします！

参加者の皆さんは全員2日間参加して良かったと言われていました！！
何より縄文杉の帰りの疲労を考えると宿泊先まで送って頂けたのが良いと思います笑


本当にお世話になりました。

The weather was favorable, and I was able to see Jomon Sugi, Taiko Rock, and the moss-covered forest beautifully. (I also got to meet the Yakushima monkeys and deer.)

I am very grateful to the guide who accompanied us on the challenging route, considering the weather on the day, so that we could enjoy the beautiful scenery and took many photos and videos.

I experienced the best views and a sense of accomplishment in my life so far.

天気にも恵まれ、縄文杉も太鼓岩も苔むす森も綺麗に見ることが出来ました。(屋久猿と屋久鹿にも会えました)
綺麗な景色が見られるように、当日の天候を考えて敢えて大変な順路を一緒に付き合ってくれ、かつ多くの写真や動画を撮影してくれたガイドさんには大変感謝してます。
今までの人生で1番の景色と達成感を味わうことが出来ました。

It was a course from Shiratani Unsuikyo to Jomon Sugi and the Arakawa Trailhead! It was quite long and hard, but the guide's stories were interesting, so I was never bored. They also made great use of a GoPro and smartphone cameras, taking lots of photos!

白谷雲水峡から縄文杉、荒川登山口までのコースでした！かなり長く、ハードでしたが、ガイドの方のお話が面白く全く退屈しませんでした。またゴープロやスマホなカメラ、アプリを駆使し、たくさん写真を撮ってくださいました！

On the first day, we went hiking to see Jomon Sugi. It was a place I had always wanted to visit in my life, located in Yakushima. The hotel pickup was around 4:30 AM. Instead of a hiking bus, we arrived at the Arakawa trailhead in a van. We set off on the trolley road around 5:40 AM to visit Jomon Sugi, and we returned around 4:30 PM. Including sightseeing and breaks, it was a challenging round trip of 11 hours, but the effort to see it was absolutely worth it. I had the image of Yakushima as a tropical paradise, but the path became snowy from the middle of the trolley road, and once we started the hike, it turned into a snowy trail. I heard that the trail had been closed until a couple of days before we used it, so I was glad we could visit Jomon Sugi as planned. I think it's possible to go on your own, but if you're not used to hiking, I recommend joining a guided tour. Along the way, we received detailed explanations about points of interest that you might not notice on your own and the beauty of Yakushima's nature. On the second day, we hiked to Taiko Rock. While the Jomon Sugi course took a total of 11 hours, the Taiko Rock course took about 6 hours. Although it was shorter than Jomon Sugi, most of the path was a hiking trail, making the climb to Taiko Rock quite tough. However, once I stood on Taiko Rock and gazed at the beauty of Yakushima's mountains and the horizon at eye level, all my fatigue disappeared in an instant.

１日目は縄文杉を見に行く登山でした。人生で一度は訪れてみたい場所である屋久島の縄文杉でした。ホテルピックアップは４時３０分頃でした。登山バスではなくバンタイプの車で荒川登山口に到着しました。朝５時４０分頃、トロッコ道を出発して縄文杉を見学し、戻ってきたら１６時３０分頃でした。見学や休憩を含めて往復１１時間の大変な道のりでしたが、その苦労をして見に行った甲斐は十分にありました。屋久島は南国のイメージがありましたが、トロッコ道の途中から雪まじりの道になり、登山を開始すると雪道になりました。利用した前々日くらいまでは登山道を封鎖していたそうなので、縄文杉を予定どおり見学できて良かったです。個人でも行けると思いますが、登山に慣れていない場合、ガイドさん付きのツアーに参加した方がいいと思います。途中、個人では気づけない見学ポイントや屋久島の自然の素晴らしさについて丁寧に説明をしていただきました。２日目は太鼓岩まで登る登山でした。縄文杉コースが合計１１時間に対して、太鼓岩コースは合計６時間程度でした。縄文杉よりも時間は短かったですが、道中はほとんど登山道なので、太鼓岩を目指すのもきつかったです。ただ、太鼓岩に立ち、屋久島の山の美しさと、目線の高さの水平線を眺めたら、疲れは一気に吹き飛んでしまいました。

Due to the limited time of our 2-night, 3-day trip, we chose a course that could be completed in one day. We were blessed with good weather, and our guide helped us manage our pace and break times, sharing stories and quizzes about Yakushima, which allowed us to reach our goal! Additionally, they took photos and videos, creating wonderful memories! There were eight of us, but two had to drop out along the way because it was quite challenging, and my feet really hurt, but the sense of accomplishment and emotion was incredible. We forgot to bring snacks, so we felt faint from hunger along the way, which caused some trouble for our guide, so snacks are a must! I am truly grateful to our guide. Thank you so much!

2泊3日で時間も限られていたため、1日で回るコースにしました。天気にも恵まれ、ガイドさんがペース配分や休憩の時間を考えてくれたり、屋久島のお話やクイズなどをして下さりゴールまでたどり着く事ができました！また、写真や動画を撮ってくださり最高の思い出になりました！！8人いたのですが、2人は途中でリタイアしてしまうほど過酷で足が本当に痛くなりますが達成感と感動は半端ないです。私たちはお菓子を持っていくのを忘れてしまい、途中空腹でフラフラでガイドさんに迷惑をかけたのでお菓子必須です！！ガイドさんには本当に感謝しかありません。本当にありがとうございました！

Although the weather wasn't perfectly clear, it didn't rain, and the temperature was relatively warm, so I think we were fortunate with the weather. It was still cold during breaks, so I'm glad I dressed warmly!

The snow was melting and made the ground slippery, but thanks to our guide's warnings and the crampons they lent us, we were able to climb safely! We tackled two courses in one day, so I was fully prepared, but my body definitely felt it afterward. I don't usually exercise, so my legs were shaking like a newborn deer right after, and now my knees are sore. You need to be mentally prepared for this. We descended at the scheduled time of 6:30 PM.

However, I truly believe it was worth it because the views were breathtaking everywhere, and I felt a sense of accomplishment afterward! The view from Taiko Rock and the grandeur of Jomon Sugi were both stunning!!!

Moreover, our guide was very talkative and kept us entertained, and they were really good at taking photos. They even brought a Kodama figurine in the mossy forest! Impressive!

I'm extremely satisfied with choosing this tour!

快晴ではありませんでしたが、雨も降らず、気温も割と暖かかったので天気には恵まれたと思います。それでも休憩時は寒かったので防寒しといてよかったです！
雪が溶けかけで滑り易くはありましたが、ガイドさんが注意してくれたりアイゼンを貸してくれたおかげで安全に登れました！
2つのコースを1日で回るので十分に気合を入れて望みましたが、身体は絶対バキバキになります。私は普段運動する習慣がなかったので直後は足が小鹿のように震え、現在はヒザ神です。覚悟が必要です。下山時間は予定通り18時半でした。
でも、本当に行ってよかったと思うくらいどこも絶景で終わった後は達成感があります！太鼓岩からの眺めも、縄文杉の壮大さも圧巻でした！！！
そして、何よりガイドさんが沢山お話ししてくれて飽きなかったし、写真を撮るのがすごく上手で、苔むす森ではコダマの置物を持ってきてくれてました！さすがです！
このツアーを選んですごく大満足です！

The guide's explanations were thorough and good. The weather was nice on the first day, which was great. The weather on the second day wasn't so great, but the snowy scenery was a nice experience.

ガイドさんの説明も丁寧で良かったです。1日目は天気も良くて良かったです。2日目は天候がイマイチでしたが、雪の風景も良い体験でした。

I participated with a friend. I was a bit anxious since it was my first serious trekking experience, but thanks to our guide's appropriate pacing and wonderful stories, I was able to enjoy the entire hike! On the first day, the trekking to Jomon Sugi was blessed with good weather, and I was able to see many amazing views, creating unforgettable memories. On the second day, although it was snowy at Shiratani Unsuikyo, I felt like I got to see the mountain's unique expressions, and in the end, I think it was a very good experience. If I have the opportunity, I would like to visit in a different season as well. I look forward to it again then.

友人と参加しました。初めての本格的なトレッキングで不安もありましたが、ガイドさんの適切なペースメイクと素敵なお話の数々で最後まで楽しく歩き切ることができました！1日目の縄文杉トレッキングはお天気にも恵まれ、素晴らしい景色を沢山見ることができ、忘れられない思い出ができました。2日目の白谷雲水峡はあいにくの雪でしたが、珍しい山の表情を見れた気がして、結果的にはとても良い経験ができたと思います。機会があれば、別の季節にも訪れたいと思っています。その際には、またよろしくお願いします。

I was very anxious about my first trekking experience, which was a round trip of 10 hours, but I'm glad I chose a guided tour! It was a tough journey, but I managed to reach Jomon Sugi safely, and the sense of accomplishment felt great♪ Thank you for the valuable experience!＼(^o^)／

初めてのトレッキングで往復10時間という事でとても不安でしたがガイドさん付きのツアーにしてよかったと思いました！ハードな道のりでしたがなんとか無事縄文杉までたどり着き達成感が気持ちよかったです♪貴重な体験をありがとうございました＼(^o^)／

The day before, I went to Jomon Sugi, so my legs were worn out, but I really wanted to go to the moss-covered forest, so I pushed through. Next time I go, I’ll take on Taiko Rock for a revenge trip.

前日に縄文杉まで行ったので足がボロボロ、でも苔むす森までは行きたかったので頑張っていきました。次回行くなら太鼓岩までリベンジです。

The trekking itself was a fulfilling and wonderful experience.
However, the rental of climbing gear included in this activity diminished that experience significantly.

The night before the trekking, the climbing gear was delivered to the hotel.
Since this is an activity eligible for the Go To Travel program, I thought they were taking proper COVID-19 precautions, but when I tried to pack my belongings into the backpack, I found a wrapper from shrimp crackers and used tissue paper in the side pocket.
It was hard to believe they had sanitized anything before lending it out, and it was quite unsettling.
I really can't believe they are taking COVID-19 precautions.
It's strange that this is eligible for the Go To Travel program.
I thought I would have to sanitize everything myself to be able to use it, and when I took out the rainwear to sanitize it, I found that the middle of the backside was torn, and there was a hole in the calf area that had been taped shut.
So this is what "rental included" means.

トレッキング自体は充実した、素晴らしい体験でした。
しかしこちらのアクティビティに含まれた登山アイテムレンタルがそれを半減以下にしてしまいました。

トレッキングの前日の夜に登山アイテムをホテルに届けて下さいました。
go to トラベル適用のアクティビティなのでコロナ対策は勿論してくださっていると思っていましたが、ザックに自分の荷物を積めようとしたら、サイドのポケットからえびせんべいの包み紙、使用済のティッシュペーパーが出てきました。
何の除菌もせず貸し出したとしか思えず、ゾッとしました。
とてもコロナ対策をしているとは思えません。
go to トラベル適用なのが不思議です。
これは自分でしっかり除菌をしないととても使えないと思い、レインウェアも取り出して除菌すると、お尻の真ん中は破れていて、脹ら脛にも穴があってセロテープて閉じられていました。
レンタル込みとはこういうことだったのですね。

I was worried about whether I could climb, but the guide kept us entertained, and I was able to safely complete the ascent and descent. I've always wanted to climb at least once in my life, so I'm glad I did. As for my outfit, I regret wearing plain clothes since colorful outfits look better in photos.

登れるか心配でしたが、ガイドさんが楽しませてくださり、最後まで無事に登山・下山できました。人生に一度は登りたいと思っていので、登れてよかったです。服装は、カラフルな服装のほうが、写真映えがするので、地味な服装で挑んだことが心残りでした。

We were blessed with great weather and enjoyed the stunning view from Taiko Rock. When we arrived at Jomon Sugi, it was almost like we had the place to ourselves, and we could take as many photos as we wanted! We were able to take our time and really appreciate its beauty. Our guide, Kodama, was perfect from course selection to guidance along the way and pacing! We took many wonderful photos, making it a memorable day. The other participants were also very calm and kind, making it truly the best experience. Thank you very much.

お天気に恵まれて太鼓岩からの絶景が楽しめました。縄文杉の到着時にはほぼ貸切状態で、写真も撮り放題！ゆっくりその姿を見ることが出来ました。ガイドのこだまさんはコース選択から途中の案内、ペース配分まで終始完璧でした！素晴らしい写真もたくさん撮って頂き、思い出に残る一日となりました。一緒に参加されたメンバーもとても穏やかでいい方達で、本当に最高の経験をさせて頂きました。ありがとうございました。

I usually don't go mountain climbing, so I joined a tour. I was blessed with a great guide, wonderful tour members, and good weather, making it an enjoyable experience.
We started climbing at 6:20 and finished at 15:40. We took the bus back at 16:00.
There were some people who couldn't reach Jomon Sugi. Preparation is important. I'm really glad I did some climbing before the trip.

普段は山登りしないので、ツアーで行きました。ガイド、ツアーのメンバー、天気、すべてに恵まれ、楽しいツアーとなりました。
6:20登山開始、15:40終了。16:00のバスで帰りました。
縄文杉までたどり着けていない人もいました。事前準備は大事です。旅行前に何度か登山しておいて、本当によかったです。

This was a tour following my participation in the Jomon Sugi tour the day before. The guide was the same person as on the Jomon Sugi tour and adjusted the pace for us, allowing us to reach Taiko Rock without any injuries.

In addition to explanations at each point, the guide took photos for us (also teaching us about angles), making it a tour that offered experiences we wouldn't have had if we had climbed on our own.

Personally, I felt this tour allowed me to connect more with nature than the Jomon Sugi tour, so for those considering other tours, I highly recommend this one!

前日に縄文杉ツアーに参加しての今回のツアーでした。ガイドさんが縄文杉ツアーと同じ担当者さんでペースを調整してくれたので、ケガなく太鼓岩まで登頂できました。
各ポイントでの解説に加えて、随所で写真を撮って下さり(アングル等も教えてくれます)、自分たちだけで登頂するのでは経験できないツアーでした。
個人的には縄文杉ツアーよりこちらのツアーの方が自然を感じられてよかったので、ほかのツアーと迷われてる方は、このツアーがいちばんおすすめです！

This tour depends on the guide, but the person assigned to us was very good. The rental items were delivered on time the day before, and we were able to try them on before borrowing. It was very hard, but I'm glad I participated!

このツアーはガイドさん次第ですが、私たちの担当の方はとても良かったです。
前日のレンタル品のお届けも時間通り来て頂き、試着の上貸して頂けました。とてもハードでしたが参加して良かったです！

Pickup was at 4:20 AM. They arrived on time, well before the scheduled time. I was somewhat prepared for rain since it was in the forecast, but it rained all day long. Especially at the start, it was dark and pouring, making it difficult to walk. At first, I tried to hop on stones to keep my shoes dry, but that was pointless, and soon my pants and shoes were soaked. I reflected that I had underestimated the situation. I waited for dawn in the mossy forest, but it was too dark for decent photos. I was told that Taiko Rock was obscured by fog, so I skipped it. After that, I aimed for Jomon Sugi.

The guide observed the crowd and suggested that we visit Wilson's Stump on the way back, and advised not to see Ohyama Sugi first, as it would lessen the impact of seeing Jomon Sugi. They also took creative photos at various spots and kept the return trip from being boring by giving us quizzes, so despite the bad weather, it turned out to be a fairly enjoyable trekking experience in the end.

I thought having a guide was beneficial, but I believe it would be better to visit Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo on separate days.

朝4時20分にピックアップ。きちんと、時間前に迎えに来てくれた。雨の予報だったのである程度覚悟はしていたが、一日中ずっと雨。特にスタート時点は暗い中、土砂降りで、足元も悪く歩きづらかった。最初は靴が濡れないように石を飛ぶように歩いていたが、それも意味なくそのうち、ズボンも靴もビショビショに。少しなめていたと反省。苔むす森で夜明けを待ったが暗すぎて写真もイマイチ。太鼓岩は霧で何も見えないと言われパス。その後縄文杉を目指す。
ガイドが混雑を見てウィルソン株は帰りに寄るとか、大王杉は最初に見ると縄文杉の感動が薄れるからと行きは見ないように助言してくれた。また、スポットで凝った写真を撮ってくれたり、辛い復路を退屈しないようクイズを出しながら歩いたり工夫してくれたので、悪天候であったが最後はそれなりに楽しいトレッキングになった。
ガイドはいた方が良いと思ったが、縄文杉と白谷雲水峡は別の日の方が良いと思った。

This was my first mountain climbing experience, and to be honest, I wasn't very confident in my physical strength, but I was greedy and booked this course. I was anxious, but I was healed by the beautiful scenery and sounds everywhere I walked. The guide was very knowledgeable and took many great photos using camera techniques at each point, allowing me to enjoy the 11.5 hours of walking. I gained confidence in my physical and mental strength, and I felt a sense of accomplishment that I hadn't felt in a long time. It was truly worth the challenge. The weather was rainy the entire time, and I regret not being able to go to Taiko Rock, but the rainy forest was also mystical. I chose this greedy course thinking it would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Yakushima, but now I feel like I want to go back for Taiko Rock. When I do, I definitely want to request the same guide again.

初登山、しかも実は体力にはあまり自信はないこのに、欲張りなのでこのコースを予約しました。
不安でしたが、どこを歩いても美しい景色と音に癒され、また、ガイドさんは何でも詳しく教えてくれて、各ポイントでカメラ技術を駆使してたくさん良い写真も撮ってくれて、11時間半ずっと楽しく歩けました。
自分の体力気力にも自信がつき、こんな達成感はいつぶりでしょう？という感じで、本当に挑戦してよかったです。
お天気はずっと雨で、太鼓岩に行けなかったのが心残りですが、雨の森も神秘的でした。
一生一度の屋久島というつもりで欲張りコースにしましたが、太鼓岩の為にまた行きたい気持ちになっています。
そのときはぜひまた同じガイドさんにお願いしたいです。

Starting early in the morning, there were various incidents along the way, but it was amazing to be able to trek both Jomon Sugi and Taiko Rock in Yakushima in one day! ^ ^

Since it was a 2-night, 3-day trip, I only had one full day free in the middle. After searching around, I found a plan from Veltra that covered both spots in one day and booked it right away!

By the end, I was completely exhausted, but when I descended, I felt it was an incredibly meaningful day... Also, the tour conductor was extremely knowledgeable and shared information about various spots, which made it really enjoyable.

If I have the opportunity to go to Yakushima again, I definitely want to use this service. Thank you!

早朝から始めて、途中色々なアクシデントもありましたが、無事に縄文杉、太鼓岩と屋久島の２つの名所を1日でトレッキングできたのは最高でした^ ^

2泊3日の旅なので、中日しか丸一日空いてませんでした。
色々探しましたら、ベルトラさんの1日で２つを周るプランを見つけてすぐに予約！

終わる頃にはクタクタでしたが、それでも下山した時には凄い有意義な1日だったと…
また、ツアーコンダクターの方も最高に物知りの方で、色々なスポットも教えてくださり本当に楽しかったです。

是非、屋久島へ行く機会がありましたら是非利用したいと思います。
ありがとうございました

They will bring the rental items to your accommodation. I borrowed a flashlight but didn't need it.

On the way back, if you ask, they can drop you off at a location other than the accommodation.

The guide was very energetic and provided explanations about the plants and pointed out photo spots! The mountain path after the trolley road can be steep and there are places where the pavement is damaged, so having a guide is definitely safer. They can also show you shortcuts and water sources.

Including myself, there were four guests, and even as a solo participant, I had a great time!

レンタル品は宿まで持ってきてくれます。
懐中電灯は借りたけどいらなかった。

帰りは宿以外の場所でもお願いすれば降ろしてくださいます。

とても元気なガイドさんで植物の説明やフォトスポットを教えてくださいました！
トロッコ道のあとの山道は険しく舗装が壊れていたりする場所もあるので、ガイドさんがいてたほうが絶対安全です。近道、水汲み場所も教えてもらえます。

自分含めお客さんは4人で１人参加でも楽しめました！

It was my first time walking for 10 hours, and I was a bit worried, but I had a great time. Our guide, Tsugimura, was excellent! The long trolley path was filled with games and quizzes, keeping everyone laughing, and we were able to take photos with the guests, which became a nice memory. On the mountain path, using earphones made it easy to hear the conversation even from a distance. On the second day, we had to cut our visit to Shiratani Unsuikyo short due to heavy rain, but we were still able to go sightseeing around the island afterward. It was truly a fun tour! I would love to request this again when I come to Yakushima.

10時間も歩くのは初めてで少し心配でしたが、楽しく歩けました。
ガイドの津曲さんがとても良かったです！
長いトロッコ道もゲームやクイズで笑いが絶えず、お客さん達の写真を撮って最後に頂けて記念になりました。
山道ではイヤホンを使い離れていても話が聞きやすかったです。
2日目の白谷雲水峡は大雨で途中までになってしまいましたが、その後島内観光に行って頂けました。
本当に楽しいツアーでした！屋久島に来るときはまたお願いしたいと思います。

It rained from the morning, and the rental raincoat and backpack cover were very helpful! The guide was fun and worked hard to teach us various things, which made it really enjoyable! They also pointed out great spots for photos, and at Taiko Rock, we were able to relax. Although we couldn't see anything at Taiko Rock, it was still a lot of fun!

朝から雨が降り、レンタルのレインコートとバックカバーが役立ちました！ガイドさんが楽しく色々なことを一生懸命教えてくれてすごく楽しかったです！写真撮るポイントも教えてくれたり、太鼓岩ではゆっくり過ごさせてくれたり、太鼓岩では何も見えませんでしたが楽しかったです！

Majestic nature!
Scenery you don't usually see!
It was the best!
We walked non-stop from early morning until evening, and it was much more strenuous than I expected—definitely felt more like a serious hike than a leisurely trek!
I had knee pain, which was quite challenging for me!
I absolutely recommend it for healthy and younger people!
It became a lifelong memory for both of us!

壮大な自然！
普段見れない景色！
最高でした！
朝早くから、夕方まで歩きっぱなし思ったよりアップダウンが激しくてのんびりトレッキングって感じでは無く、ガッツリ登山て感じでした！
私は膝が悪かったので、膝の痛みが大変でした！
健康な方、若い人たちには絶対おススメです！
夫婦共に一生の思い出になりました！

I signed up for a tour of Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo. Unfortunately, the tour coincided with a typhoon. Normally, I can handle about 30 km on flat ground without any issues, but the trek to Jomon Sugi involved climbing, and I caused some trouble for the guide and my fellow tour members. On the way back, I really felt like I was at the very end, but as soon as I entered the trolley path, I regained my energy and was able to walk all the way to the end. However, I didn't have enough stamina left to participate in the Shiratani tour the next day, so I had to cancel. That's why I gave it four stars, and I thought it would have been nice to have a tour with a day in between to rest.

縄文杉と白谷雲水峡のツアーに申し込みました
丁度、台風が来ていたときにツアーが当たってしまいました
普段、平地なら30km位、全然、平気なのですが縄文杉は途中から登山で、ガイドの方、同じツアーの方々にご迷惑をおかけしました
帰りは本当に最後のパティーになってしまいましたがトロッコ道に入ったとたん元気になり、最後まで歩き通せました
しかし、次の日の白谷には参加できるほど体力が残っていなかったのでキャンセルしましたので星４つとさせていただき、中1日、休めるツアーがあれば、よかったなと思いました

On the first day, I walked a round trip of 22 kilometers (about 42,000 steps) to Jomon Sugi! It was my personal best record for a day! The second day was at Shiratani Unsuikyo, but it rained all day, and even though the distance was only 5 kilometers, it was really tough! The tour guide on the first day, Mr. Kyoku, was truly wonderful; he was knowledgeable and very considerate, and I really appreciated it! The guide for both days, Mr. Uranishi, was very entertaining, and everyone laughed so much during the tour that we were more excited than when we saw Yakusugi! Also, we were with the same group for both days, and everyone was really nice, making for a very comfortable time!

一日目縄文杉ツアー、往復22キロ(約4万2千歩)を徒歩しました！自分の中に一日の最高記録でした！2日目は白谷雲水峡でしたが、一日雨で、5キロしかない距離でもすごく大変でした！一日目のツアーガイドさん「局」さんは大変素晴らしい方でした、知識豊富でお気遣いがよくて本当に感謝しました！2日間のガイドさんは浦西さん、大変面白い方でして、ツアー中に皆さんは笑い過ぎで、屋久(すぎ)杉を見るより盛り上がりました！そして、2日間ツアーとも同じ仲間でしたが皆様はとても良い方々でしたが、本当に快適な時間を過ごしていました！

I was very worried about whether I could walk all the way on my first trekking experience, but I was able to finish it very enjoyably. The guide was especially wonderful. We stopped at various points, and the guide explained the plants and took photos, which provided a nice break and change of pace. Additionally, while walking, the guide asked various quizzes about Yakushima, which made it clear that they were trying to entertain the guests, and that was really great. If I have the chance to come to Yakushima again, I would like to request the same guide.

初めてのトレッキングで最後まで歩けるかとても心配でしたが、とても楽しく終えることができました。
特にガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。
途中途中で止まって、植物の説明をしてくれたり写真を撮ったりしてくれたので、休憩がてらの気分転換になりました。
また、歩いている時も色んな屋久島クイズを出してくれたりして、お客さんを楽しませようという気持ちが感じられてとても良かったです。
もし、また屋久島に来る機会があれば同じガイドさんにお願いしたいです。

Although it wasn't mentioned in the tour schedule, the round trip from the trailhead to Jomon Sugi is 22 km, which is about 40,000 steps on my pedometer. The guide encouraged us by saying that 99% of people can go and return safely. Along the way, they explained various things about Yakushima's plants and animals, as well as the history of Yakusugi, and we managed to complete the hike while drinking cold stream water. There were four other participants, which I think helped us all finish successfully. Renting shoes, rainwear, and a backpack was definitely the right choice. The shoes were sturdy trekking shoes and fit almost perfectly, and the rainwear was a separate top and bottom, which I think was ideal for walking in the rain. Regarding infection prevention, masks were required on the shuttle bus to the trailhead, and only one person could sit in a two-person seat. During the hike, we removed our masks and maintained some distance while walking. In this tour, I was also glad to see various things besides Yakusugi, such as moss and oddly shaped trees.

ツアースケジュールには記載されていませんでしたが、登山口から縄文杉までの往復で歩く距離は22km、歩数計で約4万歩でした。ガイドさんは99%の人はちゃんと行って帰れますと励ましてくれ、途中、屋久島の植物や動物、屋久杉の歴史についていろいろと説明してくれたり、冷たい沢の水を飲んだりしながら、何とか完歩できました。他に4人の参加メンバーもいたので、完遂できたと思います。今回、シューズ・レインウェア・リュックをレンタルして正解でした。シューズはしっかりとしたトレッキングシューズで、サイズもほぼぴピッタリりでしたし、レインウェアは上下セパレート型で雨の中を歩くのに最適だったと思います。感染予防についてですが、登山口までのシャトルバス内はマスクを着用し、2人がけの席には1人しか座れません。登山中はマスクをはずして、少し間隔を空けて歩きます。今回のツアーでは屋久杉以外にもコケや奇妙な形の木などがいろいろ見れて良かったです。

The rental gear was brought to the hotel the day before, and I chose a pair of hiking boots that fit well. I was picked up at the hotel at 5 AM. After eating a rice ball for breakfast, I took a public bus to the trailhead, and we started trekking at 6:45. The trolley path was flat, and I made smooth progress while occasionally enjoying the scenery.

The latter part, which involved climbing rocky areas, was quite tough. I took breaks roughly every hour, sweating a lot while using my trekking poles. Approaching my sixties, I found it challenging. At one point, I honestly considered saying, "I'll wait here." The others were younger or more experienced hikers, but everyone, including the guide, was kind and checked on me, and I somehow managed to reach Jomon Sugi.

On the way back, while being careful with my footing, I felt a bit more relaxed since it was downhill. I was happy to achieve my goal in 10 hours. However, considering the inconvenience to others, I enjoyed the Shiratani Unsuikyo more the next day, where I could walk at my own pace, take photos, and rest.

For those confident in their physical fitness, I think the tour with the guide is excellent, as you can hear tips on walking and various experiences shared.

前日ホテルにレンタル用品を持ってきてくれ、サイズの合った登山靴をチョイス。
午前５時ホテルにお迎え。
朝食おにぎりを食べ公共バスで登山口へ、6:45トレッキングスタート。
トロッコ道は平坦で景色を時々眺めながらスムーズに進みました。
後半の上り岩場はかなりきつく、1時間弱に1回のペースで休憩を入れ、ストックを使いながら汗をたっぷりかきました。
還暦前、キビシイと思いながらのチャレンジ。私1人遅いペースで、正直途中、「ここで待ってます。」と言おうかとも考えました。他は若い方や歩き慣れた方で、ガイドさんはじめ皆さん優しく、振り向いてもらったり、気にかけてもらいながら何とか縄文杉に辿り着きました。
復路は足元は気をつけながらも、下りなので多少の余裕も出ました。
10時間、目標達成は嬉しかったです。
ただ他の方へのご迷惑を考えると、翌日自分のペースで歩き写真を撮ったり休憩できたりした、白谷雲水峡の方が楽しみながら行けました。
体力に自信のある方なら、ガイドさんのコースでの説明も歩き方のコツ、いろんな体験談も聞けて、とてもいいツアーだと思います。

Commonly known as the "Greedy Course!!"
It was quite tough, but the guide explained everything thoroughly,
and I was able to participate while having fun!
Since it's a challenging course, I recommend it for those who want a hard experience!

通称よくばりコース！！
かなりキツかったですが、
ガイドさんが丁寧に説明してくださり、
楽しみながら参加できました！
ハードなコースなので、ハードに行きたい方はオススメです！

On the first day, the guide for Jomon Sugi was different from the one for Shiratani Unsuikyo on the second day. The first day was more of a silent hiking type, and the pace was very fast, making it tough to keep up, but the guide was attentive to our physical condition at key points. On the second day, there was a lot of talking, and we stopped frequently, resulting in a difference in walking pace. The guides had completely opposite styles, so I think preferences will vary. I was more tired from Jomon Sugi than I had imagined.

１日目の縄文杉と2日目の白谷雲水峡とガイドさんが違いました。1日目は黙々と登山するタイプで歩く速さもすごく早く、着いて行くのに大変でしたが、要所要所で体調の気にかけてくれました。2日目は話が多くて途中止まり止まりで歩くペースに差がありました。タイプが正反対のガイドさんでどちらが好みかは分かれると思います。想像以上に縄文杉の方は疲れました。