Reviewed by: AYM
This time, I participated in a half-day trekking tour of Shiratani Unsuikyo, which was highly recommended. I almost had to cancel the tour due to a misunderstanding about the ferry schedule, but since we were the only participants, they adjusted the schedule and we were able to leave early.
The guide seemed to be conversing with the trees, leaves, moss, rocks, and water as we walked, which allowed us to naturally blend in and made the challenging journey feel pleasant. I learned a lot about geography and history, and the guide was very considerate, giving us space to enjoy nature while also taking great photos at the scenic spots. It was a wonderful experience that made me reflect deeply on living in harmony with nature. I am very satisfied! I would love to participate in this tour again. Thank you!
今回は半日白谷雲水峡〜太鼓判のトレッキングツアーに参加しました。
フェリーの時間を勘違いしておりツアーを泣く泣くキャンセルするところでしたが、たまたま参加者が私たちだけだったため早く出発するなど調整していただけました。
ガイドさんは樹、葉、苔、岩、水と会話しながら歩いているようでこちらも自然と溶け込めて険しい道のりも心地よく感じました。
地理や歴史などたくさん勉強できましたし、私たちが自然に癒されている時間はそっとしてくださったり、写真スポットではバッチリ映えるような写真を撮ってくださるなどすごく出来たガイドさんでした。自然と共に生きていくという深いことを自然と考えさせられたいい時間でした。大満足です!またこちらのツアー参加したいです。ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2018/08/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/29 |
Reviewed by: mcgee
I wanted to enjoy my 3-night, 4-day trip to Yakushima efficiently, so I joined this tour. Although I participated alone, everyone I met was wonderful, and it turned into a fun trekking experience. The veteran guide was very considerate, encouraging us to take it slow and manage our pace, and I truly made the right choice by joining this tour! I had a fulfilling day with a great sense of accomplishment. Thank you very much.
屋久島旅行3泊4日を効率良く楽しみたかったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
一人参加でしたが、ご一緒した方々が良い方ばかりで楽しいトレッキングになりました。
ベテランガイドさんが、ペース配分を考えてゆっくりで良いからと丁寧に案内してくださり、ほんとこのツアーにして大正解!
達成感のある充実した一日を過ごせました。ありがとうごさいました。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/18 |
Reviewed by: いーさん
It seems that the availability of rental items depends on the area where you stay, and since I didn't know which area of Yakushima my hotel was in, I submitted the hotel name for the request. I thought I would receive a response via email about whether I could rent the items, but I never heard back. I also wanted a different route than the one listed, but there was no response to that either. A few days ago, I decided to call, and they told me that I couldn't rent from my accommodation. When I asked what I should do, they said, "Find it yourself." I had made the reservation a month in advance... When I asked why there was no reply, they said, "It's written on the website, so there's no need to contact you." I thought they could at least introduce me to somewhere else. When I inquired about the reverse route, I was told, "We still don't know. It might not be implemented." I was planning to switch to another tour if the reverse route was not available, but the response a few days ago that they didn't know was very troubling.
In the end, they said, "We will implement the reverse route," but there was another issue on the day of the tour. Due to the location of the hotel I was staying at, I was placed in the regular route team instead of the reverse route team. Moreover, this guide had absolutely no hospitality. There was no time to take photos, and even when I stumbled and was crouching down, they didn't come back to help. They were just a mere guide who only cared about time and went ahead without waiting for anyone. They did provide explanations as a guide, but their voice was too quiet, and they spoke without waiting for the last person, making it almost impossible to hear.
Additionally, due to the rain, we ended up not going to Shiratani Unsuikyo and instead had the regular Jomon Sugi tour, but the price remained the same. It was truly the worst tour. I strongly recommend avoiding this company.
レンタル品が泊まる地域によって借りれたり、借りれなかったりするようで、今回泊まるホテルが、屋久島のどの地域かわからないので、ホテル名を入れて申請。メールでレンタル品が借りれるかどうか返事がくるかと思えば一切来ない。また、記載のルートととは別ルートを希望していたが、その返事も来ない。仕方がないので数日前にこちらから電話をしてみたところ、今回の宿泊先では貸してもらえないとの返事。ではどうしたら?と聞けば「自分で探してくれ」とのこと。1ヶ月も前に予約しているのに・・。なぜ返信が無いのかと聞くと「HPに書いているから連絡する必要なし」という言い方だった。せめてどこか紹介してくれればいいのにと思った。また、逆ルート希望についても問い合わせしたところ、「まだわからない。実施されないかもしれない」との返事。逆ルートがダメなら他のツアーにするつもりだったが、数日前にどちらかわからないとの返事には非常に困った。
最終的には「逆ルート実施します」となったが、当日またひと悶着。泊っているホテルの場所の加減で、逆ルートチームではなく、通常ルートチームに組み込まれた。しかもこのガイドにホスピタリティー全くなし。写真を撮る時間は無いは、コケてうずくまっていても助けに戻ってくることもない。時間だけを気にして自分だけが先に行ってしまう単なる道案内人。一応ガイドとして説明するが、歯が抜けていることと声が小さいことと、一番最後の人を待たないで話しするので殆ど聞き取れない。
しかも雨で結局、白谷雲水峡には行かず、通常の縄文杉ツアーとなり、価格はそのまま。
本当に最悪なツアーでした。
この会社は絶対やめた方が良い。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/21 |
Reviewed by: candy
During my 2-night, 3-day trip to Yakushima, I participated in an early morning tour to make the most of my time. We departed at 5:30 AM, and it was cool while climbing, with few people around, making it easier to ascend. The sunrise illuminated the scenery beautifully. The weather was clear, and the view from Taiko Rock was stunning. The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and we enjoyed fun quizzes along the way. I had watched the movie "Princess Mononoke," but my memory was vague, so I want to watch it again carefully when I get back.
今回2泊3日の屋久島旅行で、時間を有効的に使いたいというのもあって早朝ツアーに参加しました。朝5時半出発でしたが、登るときは涼しくて、人も少なくかったので登りやすく、朝日が差して景色もきれいでした。晴天で太鼓岩からの景色も絶景でした。ガイドさんの説明はわかりやすくて、登りの途中クイズなどして楽しく登ることができました。もののけ姫の映画は観ていましたが記憶が曖昧だったので帰ってもう一度じっくり観たいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/25 |
Reviewed by: うめこ
The beauty of nature was, of course, amazing, and our guide, Watanabe, was wonderful! I was really glad to meet Kodama and to have come to Yakushima! I want to go back to meet Watanabe, Kodama, and the magnificent nature again.
自然の美しさはもちろん、ガイドの渡邊さんが素敵でした!こだまにも会えて、ほんとに屋久島に来れてよかったです!また渡邊さんとこだまと壮大な自然に逢いに行きたいです
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/23 |
Reviewed by: でこぼこ
I participated with a female friend. On the way there, we walked slowly, stopping here and there to talk about the Yakusugi trees and moss, and we thoroughly enjoyed the Kumoi Gorge. In the moss-covered forest, they had just the right items prepared for us, which really boosted our spirits. And above all, the view from Taiko Rock was absolutely stunning! I had participated in the Yakusugi trekking two days prior, and it was amazing to look down at the course we took and feel a sense of accomplishment. For those who are going, I definitely recommend doing the Yakusugi trekking followed by the Kumoi Gorge trekking! On the way back, we even encountered Yakuzaru monkeys. Since we took our time on the way there, we were able to pick up the pace on the return trip, which was great. Thank you very much!
友人同士、女性2人で参加しました。行きはゆっくり歩き、ところどころ立ち止まって、屋久杉や苔などの動植物についてお話してくださり、雲水峡を堪能できました。苔むす森ではどんぴしゃなアイテムも用意してくださっており、テンションUP、そして何より、太鼓岩からの絶景✨最高でした!前々日に屋久杉トレッキングに参加したのですが、上からその時のコースを眺めることができ、自分達の頑張りを実感、、、!これから行かれる方には、ぜひ屋久杉トレッキング→雲水峡トレッキングの順番をおススメしようと思います笑
帰り道には屋久猿にも出会うことができました行きにゆっくりした分、帰りは早めのペースでしたが、ぐんぐん下ることができ良かったです。ありがとうございました!
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/17 |
Reviewed by: Mana
I wanted to try trekking for the first time in Yakushima, so I signed up for the early morning trek at Shiratani Unsuikyo. Although it was early, with a pickup from the hotel just after 5 AM, there were few people around, and the air was clear, allowing me to fully enjoy nature. Additionally, our guide walked slowly while explaining various things, including plants and trees that are believed to have inspired Studio Ghibli films, which made the trekking experience enjoyable. We finished before noon, so I was able to make good use of the afternoon as well, and I am very satisfied.
初めての屋久島でトレッキングをしてみたいと思い、早朝の白谷雲水峡トレッキングを申し込みました。5時過ぎにホテルにお迎えと朝早いのですが、人が少なく、空気も澄んでいたので自然を大いに満喫できました。また、ガイドさんが植物のことから、ジブリ映画の由来となったと思われる木など、色々なことを説明しながら、ゆっくりと歩いてくれたため、楽しみながらトレッキングできました。12時前には終了したので、午後からの時間も有効に使うことができ、とても満足しています。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/17 |
Reviewed by: 吉本&AKB
The fatigue disappeared with the enjoyment, and it became a very fun tour.
I learned many things that others might not know, such as the secrets of Yakushima, its plants, and animals, all while being taught with plenty of jokes, which made it very educational.
The weather was also really nice, so that was great.
Thank you very much.
しんどさは楽しさで消え、
とっても楽しいツアーとなりました。
ほかの方にはなかなか知らないことや
屋久島の秘密、屋久島の植物、動物、なども
冗談をたくさん加えながら教えていただいて
とっても勉強にもなりました。
天気もとってもよくてほんとよかったです。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/15 |
Reviewed by: hoaring
It was a three-day trip to Yakushima starting from Marine Day in July! On the second day, I wanted to fully enjoy the nature of Yakushima and considered joining the Jomon Sugi tour, but I wasn't confident in my physical strength or stamina, so I participated in the shorter Shiratani Unsuikyo and Taiko Rock tour.
The tour we joined started early in the morning, so we were able to return by lunchtime and could even participate in activities on the final day. We were very satisfied as we could effectively use our time in the afternoon.
Taiko Rock was our final destination, but there were many attractions along the way, and the guide made regular stops for breaks, allowing us to enjoy the tour even though we usually lack exercise. The guide was a local born in Yakushima, with extensive knowledge of the mountains and plants, and also shared information about delicious local restaurants. They were well-versed in Studio Ghibli as well and pointed out various spots that reminded us of anime characters.
I highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to visit both Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo, or for those who want to make the most of their final day! It was a fantastic tour with a great guide, and we were very satisfied!
7月の海の日から3日間の屋久島旅行でした!
2日目に屋久島の自然を満喫することをしようと思い、縄文杉ツアーを検討していたのですが体力、気力ともに自信がなく、歩く時間の短い白谷雲水峡・太鼓岩ツアーに参加。
私達が参加したツアーは、早朝スタートだったのでお昼には帰ってこれて、最終日に参加することもできるとのこと…
私達も午後からの時間を有効に使うことが出来て大満足^ ^
太鼓岩が最終目的地ですが、途中沢山の見所があり、定期的に休憩も取ってくださるので普段運動不足の私達でも楽しんで参加することができました。
ガイドの方は、屋久島生まれの方で山や植物の知識も豊富ですが地元の美味しいお店などについても詳しく教えてくださいます。
ジブリについても詳しく、色々な場所でアニメのキャラクターを彷彿とさせるポイントを教えて下さいます(*⁰▿⁰*)
縄文杉と白谷雲水峡どちらも行ってみたい方や、最終日まで満喫したい方などに大変オススメのツアーです!
とっても良いガイドさんで、大満足のツアーでした!
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/17 |
Reviewed by: なっちゃん
It was a long, long journey to Yakusugi, but the people in my group were all very nice, and we were able to encourage each other to reach our destination. The guide was a good person, but... he didn't wait for people and just kept moving ahead. He didn't seem to care about participants who were struggling to walk due to cramps, while other group guides were offering advice and support. It's disappointing because ensuring safety should be part of a guide's job. Other than that, it was very good.
屋久杉まで長い長い道のりでしたが一緒のグループの方々がとてもよい人ばかりで励ましながら到着できました。
ガイドさんはいい人でしたが、、、あまり人を待たずどんどん行ってしまうし、足をつって歩けない担当の参加者もお構いなしで声をかけることなくどんどん行ってしまいました。(他のグループのガイドさんが足を伸ばしたり、アドバイスをくれていました)
安全にガイドすることが仕事であるはずなのに残念でした。
それ以外はとてもよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/18 |
Reviewed by: 屋久島ばんざい
The trekking guided by the old man to the Forest of Mononoke was amazing. The healing forest with Yakusugi trees, the lush plants like ferns and moss, and the sight of monkeys, deer, snakes, and small birds right in front of me were all incredible. I filled my water bottle with cold stream water and spring water—what a refreshing experience! Everything I saw felt like a different world. It turned out to be a very satisfying trip to Yakushima. By the way, I’m also an old man (laughs). The next day, I was left with the pleasant aftereffects of muscle soreness all over my body, making it a memorable journey.
もののけの森までガイドのじっちゃんに案内されて最高のトレッキングでした。屋久杉をはじめとする癒される森林、シダ、コケなどの植物群生、サル、シカ、ヘビ、小鳥などを目の前に見たり、冷たい沢水、湧き水を水筒に汲んでゴクリ!見るものすべて別世界でした。大満足の屋久島になりました。ちなみに私もじいさんです(笑)、次の日は全身の筋肉痛の余韻!?で気持ちいい思い出の旅になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/14 |
Reviewed by: まいまい
They picked me up in the morning and took me to the trailhead to start the hike! Since a typhoon was approaching and there was fog, I wasn't sure if I would be able to see Jomon Sugi, so I decided to head straight to Jomon Sugi without taking photos at other spots first! Thanks to that decision, I was able to see Jomon Sugi clearly, and I thought it was great that I made a reservation because I wouldn't have been able to see it without the guide. The guide was also very kind, and I am grateful from start to finish!
朝迎えにきてくれて登山口まで行き登山開始!台風が来ていて霧が出て縄文杉が観れるかわからないということだったので、まず初めに他の場所では写真は撮らずに縄文杉まで向かいました!その判断のおかげで縄文杉をしっかり見ることができ、ガイドさんと一緒じゃ無かったら見れなかったと思うと予約してよかったなと思いました。またガイドさんもとても優しく最初から最後まで感謝しかないです!
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/01 |
Reviewed by: SAYAKA cheerleader
While looking at various tour reviews, I participated again with Veltra. The actual guide was a person named W from Kumage Transport, which is commissioned by Michi no Eki Kankou. When we arrived on the island, we were supposed to make a confirmation call, and the guide was supposed to call us the day before, but I was in the mountains until late in the evening the day before, so I couldn't connect. Just when I was worried about what to do, the guide kindly called the accommodation directly and connected us.
The guide W who came on the day was quite elderly, which made me a bit anxious, but that worry was unfounded. He had incredible leg strength, knowledge about plants, endurance, a wonderful personality, and a wealth of information about nature and the culture of Yakushima, making it feel like I was walking with a "sage." He patiently taught us, city dwellers who usually don't hike (in our 30s and 60s), how to walk, how to exert ourselves, and how to use trekking poles. (I apologize for thinking he was elderly! We were lacking in every aspect compared to him...)
His personality was very flexible and warm, and his laughter, "ho ho ho," truly resembled that of a "sage."
Now that I'm back and writing this, I want to go into the mountains with W again. I had never done trekking before, but I truly had an amazing experience. I am sincerely grateful.
様々なツアーの評価を見ながら今回もveltraさんで参加しました。実際のガイドさんは道の駅観光さん(が委託している熊毛運輸さん?)のWさんという方でした。島についたら確認電話をし、前日にガイドから確認電話がくるというものでしたが、前日夕方遅くまで山にいたため、電話は繋がらず。どうしようと困っていたらガイドさんが宿に直接電話をかけて繋いでくださり助かりました。
当日いらしたガイドのWさんはかなりご高齢の方で少し不安になりましたが、そんな不安なんのその。とんでもない脚力、植物の情報力、持久力、お人柄、自然への情報量、そして屋久島という島の文化などまるで「仙人」と歩いているような感覚でした。普段山を歩かない都会っ子の我々(30代と60代)にも丁寧に歩き方や力の入れ方、ストックの使い方を教えてくださいました。(ご高齢!なんて思って申し訳ありません!私たちの方が全てにおいて劣りすぎていました。。)
お人柄も非常に柔軟で温かく、「ほっほっほ」と笑う笑い方はまさに「仙人様」でした笑。
今、帰ってきて、これを書いていますが、またWさんと山に入りたいです。トレッキングなんてしたことのない私でしたが、本当に本当に素晴らしい経験をさせていただきました。心から感謝します。
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| Posted on: | 2018/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/28 |
Reviewed by: Momoyo
The rain from the previous day had nourished the plants thoroughly, and the sunlight shining through the water droplets resting on the moss was a beauty like a miracle.
前日までの雨が植物を隅々まで潤し、コケに宿った水滴に日差しが差し込む様は、奇跡のような美しさでした。
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| Posted on: | 2018/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/25 |
Reviewed by: coco
I thought waking up at 4 AM for two days during a 2-night, 3-day trip would be too much, so I searched for a tour that could be done in one day and joined it. I wasn't even that familiar with "Princess Mononoke," yet I thought about going to Shiratani Unsuikyo, which turned out to be a fateful decision. "Trekking" sounded easy, but it was a proper mountain climb.
It was much more of a climb than I imagined, the path to Taiko Rock suddenly became steep, the trolley path was way too long, and it was far from the point where the trolley path joined to the Arakawa trailhead. I could feel lactic acid building up in my arms along the way, and it was really tough.
I usually don't exercise at all, and I only have the stamina and willpower to push through wanting to run a full marathon or climb Mount Fuji once a year, but this time felt the hardest.
I went to see Jomon Sugi, but Taiko Rock was unexpectedly impressive, and I felt just as moved. It was really tough, but the guide said, "If you split it up, it will be hard for two days, so it's better to do it in one day. Ideally, staying overnight and taking it slow is best," so if you're not going to stay overnight, it's better to do it all in one day.
It's tougher than I imagined (I can't say it enough), but it's manageable with willpower. The guide's perfect timing for encouragement and breaks really helped. It was impressive how friendly all the guides in Yakushima were; they were chatting with each other when passing by. On this course, you pass people who have already reached Jomon Sugi and are on their way back, so when it was tough, hearing "Keep going! You're almost there!" was surprisingly motivating.
I highly recommend you go. On the way back, since it was in the direction of the guide's home, I was grateful they dropped me off at a hotel that was outside their usual range.
2泊3日で二日4時起きはかんべん、と思って1日でまとめていけるツアーを探して参加。もののけ姫も対してみてないのに白谷雲水峡もいくかと思ったのが運のつき。「トレッキング」なんて甘い、ちゃんとした登山だった。笑
想像以上に登山だし、
太鼓岩までの道が途中から急に険しいし、
トロッコ道が長すぎるし笑、
太鼓岩から合流したトロッコ道の地点から荒川登山口までも遠いし笑、
途中で腕に乳酸が溜まってるのがわかって本当につらかった。笑
普段全く運動してなくて、
1年に1度、フルマラソン走りたい、富士山登りたい・・を根性で乗り切ってきた程度の体力と気力の持ち主だが、今回が一番辛く感じた。。
縄文杉を見たくて行ったが、太鼓岩が想像以上によく、同じくらいの感動があった。
本当につらいが、ガイドさんも「分けていったら2日間辛いんだから、1日で行った方がいい。本当は泊まってゆっくり行くのがベスト」と言っていたので、泊まらないくらいなら1日でまとめたほうがいい。
想像以上にきつい(なんどもいう)笑が、気力で乗り切れるレベル。
ガイドさんの絶妙な声かけ、休憩のタイミングと人柄に救われた。
屋久島はみんなガイドさんが仲よいらしく、すれ違う時も会話していたのが印象的だった。このコースだと、縄文杉につくタイミングで、縄文杉にすでに到着して帰ってくる人とすれ違うので、辛い時に「頑張って!もう少しだから!」と言ってもらえたのが想像以上に力になった(笑)。
ぜひ、行ってみてください。
帰り、ガイドさんの家の方面ということもあり、範囲外のホテルまで送ってくれたのもありがたかったです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/19 |
Reviewed by: あきの
The weather was great, and I enjoyed the best views. Since the start time was early, I was able to leisurely enjoy the scenery at Taiko Rock. It's definitely better to go early in the morning! The guide was a quiet person, kind, and really skilled at taking photos. I was truly, truly happy. Thank you very much.
天気が良く、最高の景色を楽しめました。
開始時間が早いので、ゆっくり太鼓岩での景色を楽しめました。絶対朝早くに行った方がいいです!ガイドさんは物静かな方で、優しくて、とにかく写真撮影がお上手でした。
本当に本当にしあわせでした。ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/02 |
Reviewed by: りゃん
I was worried to hear that it was closed due to heavy rain on the day the rainy season started, but the next day I was truly healed by the beautiful moss and forest after the rain cleared up. There was also light rain!
I apologize and thank you for accommodating my various requests regarding the shuttle service. Your flexible response was very helpful.
One thing I thought of is that even if you contact the tour company with details in advance, it doesn't necessarily mean that the guide on the day is aware of that information (or has received the message), so it's better to communicate it again. Of course, they say to inform the guide, but that doesn't alleviate our concerns until the day before, which made me think, "Hmm."
梅雨入りの日は大雨のため閉鎖だったと聞いて心配していましたが、翌日は雨上がりの綺麗な苔と森が見られて本当に癒されました。小雨も降りましたしね!
送迎については色々とワガママを聞いてくださりすみません&ありがとうございました。
柔軟に対応いただき助かりました。
ひとつ思ったのは、事前にツアー会社に細かいことを連絡していても、当日のガイドさんがその内容を把握している(連絡を受けている)とは限らないので、改めて伝えたほうがよいです。もちろん、ガイドに伝えてくださいとは言われますが、それだと前日までこちらの心配事が解消されないので、うーん、と思ってしまいました。
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| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/27 |
Reviewed by: きっしー
My first time in Yakushima!
I went trekking to Jomon Sugi and Shiratani Unsuikyo.
Wow, the negative ions were incredible, it was so much fun!
You should definitely go at least once!
初めての屋久島!
縄文杉と白谷雲水狭にトレッキングしてきました。
いやーマイナスイオンはんぱなかったですね、楽しかったです!
一度は行くべき!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/27 |
Reviewed by: チャンリー
The guide's voice was just too quiet. It wasn't just because of the heavy rain (and thunderstorm on the way down). It felt like there was no intention to make sure all participants (seven of us, including me) could hear. Even when he was explaining things, I couldn't catch what he was saying at all. While walking, he mentioned not to step on logs or roots because they could be slippery, and since I was second from the front, I could barely hear him, but I’m sure the people in the back couldn’t hear at all. I really wonder what he would do if someone slipped and fell... This is a matter of life and death, so shouldn’t he at least raise his voice to warn everyone about that?
Also, there was no information like how many minutes until the break or that we were almost at Jomon Sugi. It was just endless walking. Everyone was tired; couldn’t he say at least a few encouraging words? My friend, who was struggling with knee pain, finally made it to Jomon Sugi. While other guides were saying, “You did great! Good job!” and high-fiving, our guide was just saying, “Hurry up and line up for a photo!!”
After we safely descended, I heard another guide telling everyone to stretch, and I thought, “You should have said that too!” He really didn’t do his job well.
Ah, it was truly a boring tour. I won’t hire a guide next time. I figured out the walking pace, and this time it felt almost the same whether he was there or not (laughs). What was the guide's name again? Something like Ura... and his first name was Gonta?
I think you shouldn’t expect a fun tour.
とにかくガイドの声が小さい。豪雨(下山は雷雨)の中だからとかの問題ではない。参加者全員(私含め7人)に聞かせる気がまるでない。説明してくれてても何言ってるんだかさっぱり聞き取れなかった。歩いてる時も丸太の上とか根っこにはすべるから乗らないでって私は前から2番目だったから辛うじて聞こえたけど後ろの人は絶対聞こえてないと思う。滑って転げ落ちたらまじでどうする気なんだろう・・・。命にかかわることなんだからそういう部分だけでもしっかり大きな声でみんなに注意を促すべきなんじゃない!?
あと何分で休憩ですとか。あともうちょっとで縄文杉ですよとか何もない。ただひたすら歩くのみ。みんな疲れてるんだから励ましの言葉くらいかけられないのかな?友達は膝が痛い中一生懸命歩いてようやく縄文杉に到着。他のガイドは「よく頑張ったね。お疲れ様ー」って言いながらハイタッチしてるのにうちのガイドときたら、「写真撮るから早く並んで!!」って・・・。
無事下山して他のガイドがストレッチしてくださいねーって言ってるのを聞いてストレッチしたけど、お前も言えよ!って思った。まじで仕事しないおっさんだったな。
あぁ、本当につまらないツアーだった。また行くときはガイド付けないわ。歩くスピードどんなもんか分かったし。今回もほぼいてもいなくても同じだったから(笑)
ガイドの名前何だっけ?浦なんとかっていうおっさん。下の名前はゴンタ?
楽しいツアーは期待しない方がいいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/26 |
Reviewed by: あいじゅ
They picked us up at the accommodation at 4:20 AM, and we had a great time on the tour! Thank you for accommodating our last-minute rental request! We made the best memories!
朝4時20分に宿へお迎えきてくださり楽しくツアー参加しました!
急なレンタルにも対応してくださりありがとうございます!最高の思い出できました!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/04/29 |
Reviewed by: ・・・・
The weather was nice, and I had a wonderful experience. However, since the weather can change significantly, let's make sure to plan carefully and take on the challenge.
お天気が良くて、素晴らしい体験をしました。でも、お天気で大きく変わるので計画をしっかりと立ててチャレンジしましょう。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/25 |
Reviewed by: やまさと
I was taken care of by Mr. Taniyama from Kodama. Since he is from Yakushima, he was able to teach me a lot. We had a trekking group of four pairs and nine guides. The pacing was impressive. I struggled a bit in the Hell's 1-3 blocks, but I managed to reach Jomon Sugi. It started raining around the foot of the mountain, but after that, it was quite hot. Right after we set off, the sole of my shoe came off, and I received some emergency repairs. I was worried since I hadn't used them in a while, and although I tried them on flat ground, it seems they weren't very helpful.
こだまの谷山さんにお世話になりました。
屋久島出身との事で、色々教えて頂けました。
ペア4組にガイドさんの9名でのトレッキング。
ペース配分も流石でした。
地獄の1〜3丁目でバテましたが、なんとか縄文杉まで辿り着けました。
雨も出発した麓くらいで、後は暑いほどでした。
出発後すぐに靴底が剥がれてしまい、応急処置して頂きました。
久しぶりの使用だったので気になっていたのですが(;o;)平坦な道で試したんですが…役に立たなかった様です(;o;)
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/19 |
Reviewed by: 海ちゃん
My first trekking experience!
I hadn't done any intense exercise for a while, so I was honestly a bit anxious, but somehow I managed to go and come back!
I couldn't imagine what it would be like and had some worries, but the guide was very kind, and everyone I was with, as well as the people I passed in the mountains, were all really nice, which made for wonderful memories!
In the great outdoors, I felt a surge of gratitude for everything that is usually taken for granted. The scenery, the air, the greenery, the water, and even the lunch were all so much more beautiful than usual. I was constantly moved by the encouragement I received from people I passed during tough moments!
I did get hit by muscle soreness, but even that became a good memory. Haha!
I definitely want to visit Yakushima again, and next time I want to experience activities by the river and the sea!
I'm really glad I was able to meet the Jomon Sugi, which I had wanted to see at least once in my life, with such a bright and cheerful feeling! Thank you very much!
人生初のトレッキング!
しばらく激しい運動などしてなかったので、正直不安でしたがなんとか行って帰ってこれました…!
どんな感じなのか想像もつかなくて、心配なこともあったのですが
ガイドさんがとても親切でしたし、ご一緒した方々も、山中ですれ違う方々もとても気持ちのいい人たちばかりで素敵な思い出ができました!
大自然の中では当たり前の事すべてに感謝の気持ちが湧いてきて
景色も空気も緑も水もお弁当も普段よりずっと美味しく、辛い時にすれ違う人からもらう応援に救われ感動しっぱなしでした!
やっぱり筋肉痛には襲われましたがそれすらいい思い出となりました。笑
また屋久島には必ず伺いたいと思います、今度は川や海でのアクティビティも体験したいです!
人生のうち、一度は会いたかった縄文杉に、こんなに晴れ晴れとした気持ちで会いに行けて本当に良かったです!ありがとうございました!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/16 |
Reviewed by: ykc
Day 1 and Day 2 were both lucky with clear skies!
Thanks to our veteran guide, it was a very enjoyable trekking experience.
The view from Taiko Rock in Shiratani Unsuikyo was especially amazing!
1日目、2日目とも幸運の晴れ!
ベテランガイドさんのおかげで、
とても楽しいトレッキングとなりました。
特に白谷雲水峡の太鼓岩からの景色は最高でした!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/05 |
Reviewed by: giraffehakirin
I went to Jomon Sugi. It was the peak of the Golden Week holiday, but thanks to our guide's quick thinking, we had an early pickup at 4 AM. As a result, we were the first at the trailhead and could start our ascent smoothly.
The 10-hour trek was tough, but with regular breaks and the reassurance from our guide, we were able to safely visit Jomon Sugi and return.
Fortunately, we had a sunny day, but it seems like it often rains, so rain gear is essential. Also, snacks are a must!!! It seems that moving around burns a lot of energy, and I ended up eating more snacks than I expected.
While it's possible to go without a guide, I think it's safer for those who are not used to hiking to go with one.
縄文杉までいきました。ゴールデンウイークの超繁忙期でしたが、ガイドさんの機転で、予定より速い4時ピックアップ。お陰で登山口一番乗りで、スムーズに登り始められました。
計10時間のトレッキングはきつかったですが、適度に休憩をいれてくれたのと、ガイドさんの安心感とで、無事に縄文杉を拝んで返ってくることができました。
幸い私たちは晴れた日でしたが、雨の日もおおいみたいなので、レインウエア必須です。あとおやつも必携!!!動いてるとエネルギー消費が激しいのか、予想よりたくさんおやつ食べました。
ガイドさんなしでいくこともできますが、登山になれていないかたは、ガイドさんと一緒の方が安心だと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/03 |
Reviewed by: チー坊
The trekking at Shiratani Unsuikyo, starting early in the morning before boarding the high-speed boat at noon, was fantastic thanks to the favorable weather. I will never forget the exhilarating moment when I reached Taiko Rock after the tough final climb covered in moss. The view was breathtaking.
お昼の高速船に乗る前に早朝からの白谷雲水峡の、トレッキングは天候にも恵まれ最高でした。苔で覆われた杉最後の登りがきつかった太鼓岩にたどり着いた時の絶叫、絶景は忘れられません
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/06 |
Reviewed by: チー坊
I used it on the busiest day of Golden Week, but I was able to easily reach the trailhead by chartered bus. The trekking on the trolley path was quite tough, but with encouragement, I managed to reach Jomon Sugi.
GWの1番混んでいる日に利用しましたが貸切のバスで楽々登山口まで行けました。トレッキングはトロッコ道がかなり辛かったけれど励ましてもらいながらなんとか縄文杉に辿り着く事が出来ました
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/04 |
Reviewed by: かなも
In the morning, I visited Shiratani Unsuikyo, and in the afternoon, I went to Wilson Stump and Jomon Sugi. It was an ambitious course, so I was initially anxious, but the local veteran guide was very kind. The timing was precise, and we arrived almost exactly at the times he communicated. He considered our pacing, so even someone like me, who isn't used to hiking, was able to finish while staying hydrated and nourished. He clearly communicated what not to do, which helped me understand the importance of the rules of the mountains, making it a valuable learning experience. I recommend it for those who are confident in their physical fitness. I don't have a habit of walking, but I usually practice yoga and do moderate aerobic exercise about twice a month. Just for reference.
午前中に白谷雲水峡、午後はウィルソン株、縄文杉のコースでした。欲張りコースなので、始めは不安でしたが、地元のベテランガイドさんがとても親切でした。時間配分が正確で伝えてくれた時間にはほぼ正確に到着していました。ペース配分を考えてくれているので、山慣れしていない私でも水分栄養補給しながら終えることができました。してはいけないことなどもはっきり伝えてくださるので、山のルールの大切さがわかりよい学びにもなりました。体力に自信のある方はお勧めです。私はウォーキングの習慣はありませんが、普段は日常的にヨガ、中度レベルの有酸素運動を月2回ほど行っています。参考までに。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/04 |
Reviewed by: 都内在住
The Shiratani Unsuikyo itself is wonderful, and I was moved by the nature of Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, my honest opinion is that it would have suited our family better to go on our own rather than relying on this tour company.
Initially, I was unaware that the tour company, rental company, and guide were separate organizations. From my perspective, I assumed that all the information I provided through Veltra was being coordinated.
However, when I contacted the guide the day before, I found out that our return flight time had not been communicated, and we had to hastily move up the meeting time.
We also rented some gear, but since that was with a different company, I managed to contact them directly the day before to ensure it arrived on time. However, the rental items were delivered after 8:00 PM the night before, and the rental company instructed us to return them to the guide, but the guide said they could not accept them.
Regarding the guide, since they operate independently, I believe there are individual differences, but the person assigned to our family had low hospitality and looked down on us as beginners in hiking. The explanations were minimal, and despite having a child in elementary school, they proceeded at their own pace without taking sufficient breaks, resulting in a significantly shortened return trip. (Due to the weather and the child's walking speed, we could not reach Taiko Rock.)
So, my straightforward opinion is that it would have been better to explore at our own pace.
白谷雲水峡自体は素晴らしく、世界遺産屋久島の自然に感動しました。
但し、こちらのツアー会社に頼むことはなく、自力で行くほうが私たちの家族には合っていたというのが正直な感想です。
当初は、ツアー会社・レンタル会社・ガイドさんがそれぞれ別の組織であることを知りませんでした。こちらからすればVeltra経由でお伝えした情報は全て連携されているという前提で考えていました。
ところが、実際前日になり、ガイドさんと連絡をとったところ、こちらの帰りの飛行機の時間が伝わっておらず、集合時間を急遽早めることになりました。
またグッズのレンタルをしたのですが、こちらも別会社ということで、前日にこちらから連絡を直接とってなんとか間に合いましたが、前日の20:00過ぎにレンタル品が届くという形でしたし、レンタル会社にはガイドさんに返却するように言われたのですが、ガイドさんからは受け取れないという返事でした。
ガイドさんに関しても、基本的には個人でやられているということで、これは個人差があるのだと思いますが、私たち家族の担当の方はホスピタリティが低く、登山初心者の私たちをどこか見下した態度でした。解説は最低限で、小学校低学年の子供がいるにもかかわらず、自分のペースでどんどん進んでしまい、休憩も十分に取らないまま、予定を大幅に短縮しての帰還になりました。(天候と子供の歩くスピードの関係で太鼓岩に行けませんでした。)
ということで、それであれば自分たちのペースでゆっくり回れば良かったというのが率直な感想です。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/05/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/01 |
Reviewed by: ckp
I joined the tour with the goal of visiting Taiko Rock and Jomon Sugi. Since it was during Golden Week, I was worried about the crowds, but thanks to our guide's assistance, we were able to enjoy nature while walking without other groups around us. It's a bit of a challenging course since it's a greedy route, but the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction is greater than with other tours. If your goals align, I highly recommend giving this course a try!
太鼓岩と縄文杉が目的でツアーに参加しました。GWということもあり人混みが心配でしたが、ガイドさんの案内のおかげで前後に他のグループも無くて自然を満喫しながら歩けました。欲張りコースなので多少はしんどいですが達成感や満足感は他のツアーよりあるので目的が合えばぜひチャレンジオススメするコースです!
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| Posted on: | 2018/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/02 |
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Dear Nakai,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
First, regarding the rental, we are currently improving our system to clearly indicate which areas are available for rental and which are not at the time of request.
As for the reverse route request, please note that Shiratani Unsuikyo may become inaccessible due to heavy rain and rising water levels, so we can only determine this on the day of the tour, based on the guide's judgment. This information is also clearly stated on our website.
We will investigate and provide guidance on the hospitality of our guides. Additionally, please be aware that due to weather conditions, it may not be possible to visit Jomon Sugi or Shiratani Unsuikyo. This is also mentioned on our website.
Finally, we sincerely appreciate your feedback and aim to transform from "definitely not recommended" to "a company you can recommend."
中井 様
体験談の投稿、ありがとうございます。
まずレンタルの件ですが、現在依頼する時に、借りれる地域・借りれない地域が分かるように改善しております。
逆ルートの希望についてですが、白谷雲水峡が大雨が降ると増水で渡れない場合があるので、当日にならないと分からないので、当日ガイドの判断になります。
これもホームページにしっかり記載しております。
ガイドのホスピタリティについては、ガイドに調査の上、指導致します。
そしてこのコースは、天候により、縄文杉か白谷雲水峡に行けない場合があります。このこともホームページに記載しております。
最後に、お客様のご意見を真摯に受け止め、「絶対やめた方が良い」から「お勧めな会社」を目指していきたいと思っております。