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Amount of money	Adult:6,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Child (up to 11 years old): 5,500 yen
time zone	13:00-16:00
the time required	Approx. 3 hours
Holding period	12/28/2024 - 03/31/2025

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【那覇発/午後】2024年発見率97％の安心感！ベテラン船長と行く！専用大型クルーザーで楽しむホエールウォッチング半日ツアー

97% detection rate in 2024! Winter in Kerama
A moving experience of seeing humpback whales up close.

Our large cruisers are specially designed for whale watching, so you will be able to see plenty of whales.

You can sit back and relax on a chair until the whale is spotted, and after the whale is spotted, you can watch the whale up close at the bow or see the whole whale from the second floor.

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○97% of encounters in 2024
symbol used as a placeholder (either because a number of other words could be used in that position or because of censorship)No cancellation fee until 7:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event
Experienced guides with more than 10 years of experience
○Experience the excitement of observing humpback whales up close and personal
symbol used as a placeholder (either because a number of other words could be used in that position or because of censorship)Possible to join on the day of arrival!Convenient access from Naha
○ Up close and personal at the bow of a large cruiser, and enjoy the whole experience from the second floor.

⬇︎ morning courses are available here: ⬇︎

Naha Morning】This tour is fully booked! Half-day Whale Watching Tour by Exclusive Large Cruiser Guided by a veteran captain, the discovery rate will exceed 97% in 2024☆ (No.305)開始時間8:30-12:00 所要時間Approx. 3 hours6,000 yen

【那覇発/午後】2024年発見率97％の安心感！ベテラン船長と行く！専用大型クルーザーで楽しむホエールウォッチング半日ツアー

Experienced guides with more than 10 years of experience will guide you!

The captain, a veteran of more than 10 years, uses his intuition and experience to find the whales of the day in the shortest possible time and maneuvers the boat so that you can see the whales no matter where you are.

【那覇発/午後】2024年発見率97％の安心感！ベテラン船長と行く！専用大型クルーザーで楽しむホエールウォッチング半日ツアー

The boat embarkation point is close to both Naha city and the airport, so it is easy to make plans for both departure and arrival days.

↓arrow (mark or symbol)Click here for whale watching tours☆.

Reference Schedule

		Contents
13:00		Meet at the waiting area in Naha Miejo Port and depart
13:30		whale watching ➡︎We will look for whales together!
16:00		Dismissal after returning to Naha Miejo Port.

*The above is a guide only.
Subject to change depending on sea conditions and weather.

Course Content and Details

Price

Adult:6,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Children (up to 11 years old):5,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Fee includes

Boarding fee, life jacket, insurance

personal effects

Wearing clothes that can get wet, towel, and drink
(Customers are responsible for their own preparations for warmth and waterproofing.)

Meeting and Dismissal Location

Waiting area in Miegusuku Port, Naha City
Address: 3-20 Nishi, Naha City, Okinawa, Japan
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Afternoon Session】13:00 Gathering 13:30 Departure

Holding period

12/28/2024 - 03/31/2025

Age Range

0 years old and up
*Boarding may be denied due to sea conditions. Please understand this in advance.

Number of participants

1 person ~
The minimum number of participants is 6. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour may not be conducted.

cofferdam

By 5:00 p.m. the day before
*This plan is forWeb reservations (pre-payment) onlyIt is.

*You will receive final confirmation of the meeting place and time around the evening of the day before the tour.

*Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.

Access to the site

Mie Castle Port is not shown on the map, so please set your car navigation system to "Naha Beachside Hotel" near the port.

After passing through the toll gate at the harbor entrance, enter the harbor, turn right, and walk about 200 meters to the waiting area (easily recognizable by the triangular roof).

The parking fee in the harbor is ￥500/day. Please park in the white parking lots as the yellow parking lots are contracted parking lots.

Cancellation fee for this plan

If a reservation is cancelled for the customer's convenience, a cancellation fee will be charged as follows

After 6:00 p.m. 3 days prior to the event (will be treated as 2 days prior to the event) 30% cancellation fee
After 6:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event (will be treated as the day before) 50% cancellation fee
After 6:00 p.m. one day prior (to be treated as the same day) Cancellation on the day: 100%.
Reservation date change can be made from the day before (after 6:00 p.m. two days prior) with a change fee of ￥2,000 per person.

*If you are unable to join the tour due to force majeure, such as cancellation of the tour due to bad weather or flight cancellation, no cancellation fee will be charged.
*Cancellations made outside of business hours (after 6:00 p.m.) will be deemed to be cancellations made the following day.

About the plan

*Unlike the summer season, the ocean in Okinawa in winter, when the whales arrive, has higher waves throughout the year.Infants and pregnant women may not be allowed on board due to sea conditions.Please understand this in advance.

*If you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended that you take anti-sickness medication.
(Also available for sale at the reception desk on the day of the event.)

*For your safety, please be advised that you will be required to wear a life jacket.

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User_gumc.20代

Month of posting: 2025/01

We took the afternoon whale watching tour and were amazed at how likely we were to find whales! The captain was very knowledgeable about whale behavior and was quick to spot them. The cruiser was comfortable and we enjoyed chasing the whales while enjoying the ocean scenery. The 97% detection rate was understandable, but we could only see the whales from a little far away, so it would have been nice to see them a little closer. But I was happy enough just to see the whales.

Mr. Hashimoto.30代

Month of posting: 2024/12

We joined the afternoon tour and were thrilled when we saw the whales! The captain was very experienced and was able to quickly locate the whales and observe them without missing them. The ship was spacious and comfortable, and we were able to relax during the trip. The 97% detection rate was really convincing, and seeing the whales up close was the best memory I have!

User_cvsj.40代

Month of posting: 2024/11

Whale watching in Okinawa was great! It was my first experience, so I was a little anxious, but the guide kindly explained everything to me and made me feel at ease. The whale's blow and then jump was really impressive and a sight to behold. The weather was great and the quiet time on the ocean was memorable. It was such a wonderful tour that I would like to participate every year from now on!

User_mjzl.50代

Month of posting: 2024/11

We were very happy to see the whales up close! The weather was perfect and the guide was easy to understand. I was thrilled by the powerful show! I would like to go again.

User_jhgu.30代

Month of posting: 2024/11

Whale watching for the first time in my life! I was overwhelmed by the power of the whales. At first I thought it was a little scary, but when I saw the whales jumping right in front of me, I was speechless at how magnificent they were. The guide explained in detail about whale behavior, which deepened my interest even more. The tour was full of highlights, not only the whales but also the sea scenery was amazing, and I was continuously impressed from start to finish. I would like to participate again!

natto (fermented soybeans)30代

Month of posting: 2024/03

It was very powerful to see it at the bow of the ship, and my family was very excited. The captain's guidance was easy to understand and we were able to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

User_ufez.40代

Month of posting: 2024/03

I was worried about whether I would be able to enjoy my trip to Okinawa in winter, but my children were happy to join the whale watching tour and I was very satisfied. It was easy to combine with other itineraries because it was in Naha.

Tatsuo.50代

Month of posting: 2024/03

It was a rare experience to see whales up close. The sight of their large backs emerging from the water and their tail fins waving in the air was a powerful reminder of the power of nature.

User_jfys.20代

Month of posting: 2024/02

Seeing the whales on the calm sea was more impressive than I had imagined, and being able to relax and watch the whole scene from the second deck was very comfortable.

User_wftt.20代

Month of posting: 2024/02

It was my first time to participate in whale watching. I was impressed by the dynamic sight of humpback whales.

mai320代

Month of posting: 2024/02

I was very happy to be able to photograph the whales! The jumps and tail fin movements were so dynamic that I never got tired of taking as many pictures as I could. The atmosphere on the boat is also fun and perfect for social networking!

User_rktc.30代

Month of posting: 2024/01

I saw a big jump of a whale! I think 2024 is going to be a good year!

User_kycr.20代

Month of posting: 2024/01

Overwhelmingly recommended in Okinawa in winter! Blow? There was a lot of blowing and I couldn't help but shout at the big action of the whales! I was worried about the weather, but I am glad we were able to sail.

User_lslf.40代

Month of posting: 2024/01

Binoculars were a must! It was a good decision to bring them! It was the first time in my life that I had the time to slowly watch whales! I would like to see them again!

User_mcca.40代

Month of posting: 2024/01

It was such an experience that gave me a sense of the unknown! It was the first time for me to see such a big creature up close and I was a little scared, but it was fun!

User_qnnr.30代

Month of posting: 2024/01

The power of the first! I still get a grin on my face when I remember it. Many of the other participants also came every year for the whale watching, and I realized that it has that much power to captivate you. I wanted to come back next year 😊.

User_epxr.40代

Month of posting: 2024/01

Access from Naha was easy and the ride on a dedicated large cruiser was comfortable. We had a great time observing the whales while learning about their behavior and tips on how to spot them, guided by a veteran captain.

Kondo-san.40代

Month of posting: 2024/01

My heart was pounding when I saw it up close at the bow. I am glad I participated. The weather was beautiful, the colors of the ocean were beautiful, and it was a wonderful experience.

User_tbxl.60代

Month of posting: 2024/01

We were a couple in our 60s. The large cruiser was spacious and comfortable. We were able to see the whales safely.

Masato.30代

Month of posting: 2024/01

When the whale appeared on the surface of the water, the whole family was excited, "I see it! We were so excited. We were able to take a lot of pictures and it was a great memory.

User_xpdc.50代

Month of posting: 2023/12

Three generations joined us. The whales are so big in person... The tour was perfect, including the time to look for the whales and the guide's easy-to-understand explanations... Everything was perfect. Thank you very much!

User_yzlz.30代

Month of posting: 2023/12

The access from Naha was also very good and helpful. The sight of whales in the flesh was overwhelming and moving😭I was also attracted by the high rate of whale spotting mentioned on the plan page, so I applied for the tour and I was right on the money. It did not betray my expectations. I would like to participate again with my family!

User_kgcl.20代

Month of posting: 2023/12

The whales were really powerful, lol! The guide gave us interesting explanations and we gained new knowledge about whales. I definitely recommend this tour!