Amami Oshima Island/3 hours] Visit the power spots of the World Natural Heritage "Amami Oshima"! Kayak tour to explore mangrove primeval forest with free photo and pick-up service (No.67)

I have loved nature since I was a child and have always been especially interested in mangrove forests. I was very impressed to participate in this tour of Amami Oshima and to hear about the ecology of living creatures and environmental protection. I was also glad that we were able to take a lot of pictures and leave our memories as a form. The tour is designed so that even beginners can enjoy it safely, and it is a place I would like to visit again if I have the chance.

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Now that I had finished raising my children, I finally had some time to myself and decided to "do something for myself next," so I signed up for this tour. Even though I am not that familiar with the outdoors, my fears quickly disappeared as the guide carefully explained everything from start to finish so that I could participate in the tour with ease. As we actually kayaked through the mangroves, I felt as if I had wandered into another world. Forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city and becoming one with nature while swaying on the quiet surface of the water was a healing experience that penetrated deep into my heart. During the tour, rare wild birds and other small creatures were explained to us, and it was like a petit nature class, which was very educational. What made me most happy was the guide's talk full of love for the local area and his hospitality. It not only made us feel safe, but also increased the attractiveness of the tour itself many times over. The fact that we were able to take a lot of pictures and leave behind memories from angles that I would not have been able to take by myself was also a major point. This tour was really perfect for those who want to enjoy nature at their own pace. I would definitely invite my friends to join the tour again next time.

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I brought my SLR camera to the event. There were many photo spots, and I was able to capture the full beauty of nature with my camera, including the way the light came in and the reflections on the water. It was a great environment for me, a photography enthusiast, as I learned a lot about composition. The guides were also very cooperative in taking photos, and I was able to spend some quality time with them while feeling the mysterious atmosphere of nature.

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It was my first experience kayaking, but thanks to the careful explanation and support of the guide, I was able to enjoy the experience with ease. The close proximity to the virgin mangrove forest is a precious experience that one cannot have in one's everyday life. The pick-up and drop-off service was very smooth, and the whole tour was stress-free and fulfilling, allowing us to spend a relaxing time in contact with nature. I would definitely recommend this tour to nature lovers.

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I took a mangrove kayak tour and was highly indignant and deeply disappointed with the way the guide in charge handled the situation. First of all, we were given a lecture on how to paddle the kayak before departure, but once we started the tour, the guide in charge of the kayak always moved on and gave us very little support as a guide. Halfway through the tour, we were asked, "Would you like to go to the advanced course?" I said "yes" without any detailed explanation, but in fact it was a very steep trail with mangrove branches coming up from the side and from the water. I thought it was a valuable experience and took on the challenge, but even in dangerous situations, I went ahead and my friend and I had to manage to go on our own. We were finally assisted at the halfway point of the course, but I think we should have been supported from the beginning. We were unlucky to be hit by a guerrilla downpour that day and got soaked all over, but we thought we would enjoy it as a memory of the trip. When I asked them to take pictures of me soaking wet, they immediately refused, saying "No, thank you. I was very disappointed because I had thought that photography was included in the free plan and that if I asked for it, they would take it for me. The location we asked for was a good vantage point, and the situation did not hinder us from taking pictures. However, what was even more offensive was a comment that could be taken as sexual harassment. We did not bring a change of clothes, as the advance information stated only "please bring clothes that can get dirty. After getting wet in the torrential rain, I asked, "Did you bring a change of clothes?" When I replied, "No, I did not," he replied, "Then I cannot put you in the car. There is a store nearby, so please buy some clothes there. I asked, "Can't I just get in?" This was with the intention of asking me to put down a blue sheet or take other measures to prevent the car from getting wet before letting him ride in it. However, he was very insistent and said, "Of course not," in a strong tone of voice. I was very surprised to hear him say, "We have no choice but to go home like this. When I told him that the way he said that was inappropriate, he asked me, "So you don't mind if I go home completely naked?" I felt that this was an offensive comment that could not be made in jest. Finally, my friend suggested that we lay out plastic and we were finally able to board, but kayaking is an activity that can get you wet even when it is not raining. I can't help but feel a strong sense of disbelief when I think that each time I did this, they made me buy clothes and repeated similar remarks. Furthermore, although the tour description stated that the tour would end at 4:30 p.m., the tour actually ended before 3:00 p.m., and the experience was actually only about one hour long. The explanation and the actual content of the tour were different, and I cannot accept paying 10,000 yen for this. In addition, I already felt uneasy from the telephone response when I made an inquiry in advance. The way they spoke was too casual ("you know," "so and so," "um-hum," etc.) and was not appropriate as a customer service representative. When I asked for a call back because they did not confirm what I had written in the remarks column and I needed to explain it again and the call took too long, they laughed and said, "Please call back from there," which made me uncomfortable. He also said, "We are working from morning till night during the Bon vacation period," which made me feel uncomfortable. As a result, I strongly regret that I should have cancelled the tour before it started and asked to be replaced by another guide. The tour was not a safe and enjoyable one due to the self-indulgent behavior, inappropriate comments, and what could be considered sexual harassment by the guide. I strongly urge you to educate your guides and improve your response so that there will be no more participants who experience the same kind of problems in the future. I would like to add the following The fact that the tour guide did not erase the photo of shin hair and sent the data (I felt that this was intentional, along with the sexual harassment comment). The fact that he did not erase the photo of his shin hair and sent us the data (we felt it was intentional along with the sexual harassment comment). (We were left in an uncomfortable situation with only the two of us, and we were frankly dismayed to find out that he had spent his time on such childish behavior.) (We were left alone with only the two of us and in a very uncomfortable situation, but we were honestly appalled to find out that they had spent so much time on such childish behavior.

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I participated as part of a journey I started to maintain my health. Kayaking is more strenuous than I had expected, but the exhilaration afterwards was exceptional. Being in touch with the rich nature of Amami Oshima Island filled me with a refreshing feeling. It was a very satisfying tour in terms of health as well, as I was able to feel the power of nature with my whole body while exercising muscles I normally don't use.

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The natural beauty was amazing, but the meeting place was a little confusing at first. I would recommend that you allow plenty of time for your activities. The tour itself was very enjoyable and I would like to participate more smoothly next time. The guide was friendly and explained the nature in a way that was easy to understand. Overall, it was a satisfying experience.

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I joined this tour as part of my annual solo trip. Paddling a kayak alone in the quiet nature was a luxurious moment where I could face myself. The environment where the only sounds were the wind, running water, and birdsong, seemed to cleanse my mind away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It is a detoxification of the mind, and you will be able to return to your daily life with a renewed spirit.

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It was my first attempt at kayaking, but it was more stable than I had imagined and I felt safe even as a woman alone. I was able to get a lot of pictures taken and have memories that will look great on my Instagram.

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I participated in this tour as a solo traveler. The tour was designed to be completely enjoyable even for a solo participant, and I naturally struck up conversations with the other participants, which was a great memory of the trip.

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I am clearing my "places to go list" one by one since I reached retirement age. The mangroves in Amami are breathtaking and I was impressed by how powerful nature is. The guide was also very kind.

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My body had been feeling sluggish from working remotely, so I joined the tour in search of an activity that would allow me to move my body in a natural way. The kayaking exercise felt good and the scenery was soothing.

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The local nature guide was very knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing trivia at each observation point. I would have been more satisfied with a longer course.

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We joined the tour on our honeymoon in Amami. The experience of going through the mangrove together was a memory that will last a lifetime.

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I tried this sauna after a fellow sauna user recommended it to me. The humidity and air quality was just like a "natural sauna". It was my first time kayaking, but the guide was very attentive and the experience was smooth.

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I am glad I booked this tour. This was the only activity we booked with our indoor children, as we wanted to do something unique to our trip to Amami Oshima. The guide understood the pace of the children and devised activities according to their pace. After returning from the trip, we look back on the activities with the guide and have good memories of the trip.

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It was a wonderful experience! I could feel the World Natural Heritage with my whole body. ‼️ I recommend it to all my friends. ⭐️

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Last time we trekked in the mountains of Amami, so this time we canoed! It was so much fun! The experience of canoeing through the maze of mangrove paths was like an illusion that I was on an expedition. The low tide allowed us to see a lot of creatures. I want to do it again! 😂

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I joined this tour when I went to Amami Oshima for 3 days and 2 nights. I was able to feel a lot of nature and the time passed very quickly. The guide was polite and kind and helpful.

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The facilities were excellent and very enjoyable. We joined the tour at low tide so we were able to observe the creatures! It was a great experience for the whole family.

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I felt that I could not have come to this place without taking the tour. The mangroves were more mysterious than I had imagined and I was amazed. It was my first time to go canoeing, but the guide was very attentive to my needs, and my anxiety was gone!

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Amami is nature! This is the second time I joined this tour. This time I brought my friend with me and I am glad she also enjoyed the trip. It was an enjoyable trip.

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It was my first time to go to the mangrove and the air was clean and I could enjoy the nature. I would like to participate again.

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I was afraid that the canoe might fall, but I was able to paddle it stably! I am glad I could participate even as a beginner.

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It was the first time for my child to try canoeing, but he enjoyed it from start to finish and it was a valuable experience.

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I enjoyed the natural air and scenery as much as I could. Thank you for this valuable experience.

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The weather was cloudy on May 29 as typhoon No. 2 approached. Neither hot nor cold, perfect weather for a canoe trip. Although we had originally signed up for a morning tour, the guide called us in advance and advised, "Afternoon is best in terms of conditions! (high tide)," so we departed in the afternoon. Since it was a Monday, we were the only guests on the tour, and we did not see any other guests during the two-hour tour, so the conditions were perfect. We were the only guests on the tour and we didn't see any other guests during the two hours we were there. Thank you very much.

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Participated as a couple. The guide was very attentive and made us feel at ease from start to finish. It was nice to see some living creatures. Next time, I would like to bring my whole family!

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We were guided by a highly knowledgeable guide. It was fun.

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