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Amount of money	Adults (junior high school students and older):8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Children (ages 0–elementary school):7,700suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
time zone	8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
the time required	Approx. 4 hours
Holding period	January - March

Features of this plan

For Those Considering a Whale-Watching Trip

⚠️Winter onlyBecause it's a popular tour, reservations are usually made one month in advance,Sold-out shows are becoming the normPlease make your reservation as soon as possible before you end up saying, “I couldn’t get a reservation…😭”!

An Amazing Chance of Encounter! Moved by a Mother and Calf Whale
Winter Special★Whale Watching Tour

In the winter waters off Amami, they come to give birth and raise their youngThe humpback whale, one of the world's largest mammalsYou're very likely to run into them!

Seeing a baby whale snuggling up to its mother is truly heartwarming. If you're lucky, they might even come right up to the boat!

Recommendations

◆Restrooms are available on board for your convenience◎
◆High Chance of Spotting a Mother-and-Calf Whale Pair☆
◆The songs of the humpback whales are truly moving♪
◆It's a spacious and comfortable 38-foot boat!
◆ Get your tour photos for free
◆Support from PADI-certified staff

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The Mysterious “Song” of the Humpback Whale
Why not listen closely?

You might even hear the songs of humpback whales echoing through the ocean!

The song sung by male humpback whales is,Courtship and Communication with PeersIt is believed to be used for this purpose, and underwater, its range extends as far as several kilometers.

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Give the gift of photos to capture your tour memories!

Here's a gift of the wonderful photos taken during the tour♪

From whales breaching right next to the boat to the views from the boat itself, you can take these memories home with you, so you can continue to savor the afterglow of your trip even after you return.

Reference Schedule

Hours.		Contents
8:00		Meet the guide at the field site ➡︎We will let you know the exact meeting time via a phone call or email the day before to confirm your reservation.
8:15		Tour Starts ➡︎ Let’s start our leisurely cruise on the waves and whale watching!
11:00		Lunch
11:30		End of tour and return to port ➡︎ The tour was over in the blink of an eye!
12:00		dissolution ➡︎ We'll wrap up at the field! Great job, everyone!

*The above is a guide only.

Please note that the flow may be subject to change depending on the situation on the day of the event.

Course Content and Details

Price

Adults (junior high school students and older):8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Children (ages 0–elementary school):7,700suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Fee includes

Experience fee, boarding fee, photos taken during the tour, insurance premium, consumption tax

Clothing and What to Bring

Motion sickness medication, towels, lunch, drinks, sunscreen, warm clothing (that can get wet), camera

Meeting and Dismissal Location

Ashitoku Fishing Port
261 Ashitoku, Tatsugo Town, Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture
orWano Fishing Port
894 Oaza Wano, Kasari-cho, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture 0503
*Meeting time:15 minutes agoPlease come visit us.

Location

Amami Oshima

Holding period

January - March

Opening Hours

8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Age Range

Ages 0–60
*While we leave the decision regarding whether children aged 5 and under may board up to the discretion of their guardians, we may refuse boarding depending on sea conditions.

Number of People Who Can Apply

4 to 12 guests
note (supplementary information) symbolShips depart with a minimum of 4 passengersThat's right. Since this is a shared trip, we'll set sail even if there are only two of you, as long as there are other participants.

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By 18:00 the day before

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

Special note 》

*We cannot issue refunds even if you do not see any whales.Please be aware of this in advance.

*This tour is intended for individuals who are in good health and have no illnesses or injuries. If you experience symptoms such as feeling unwell or a fever on the day of the tour, we may refuse to allow you to board.

*Please refrain from drinking alcohol during the tour.
We cannot allow participants to join the tour if they are suffering from a hangover or have consumed alcohol on the day of the tour. We ask for your cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety.

*Feeding the fish during the tour is strictly prohibited.
We ask for your understanding and cooperation in order to protect the natural environment and marine ecosystems.

*We do not offer a shuttle service.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
We apologize for the inconvenience, but we ask that you make your own way to the venue on the day of the event.

"Regarding the Cancellation of the Event"

*During the winter, the sea can become rough, so we will determine whether the tour can proceed based on the weather conditions on the day of the tour. Please understand that we prioritize safety above all else, and the tour may be canceled.

*If the event is canceled, we will notify you by the day before the scheduled date.
In the event of unpredictable weather, the decision may not be made until just before the tour date. This decision is made to ensure the tour can be held safely, so we appreciate your understanding.

*In the event of a sudden deterioration in weather conditions or an injury during the tour, we may cancel the tour and return to port immediately to ensure the safety of participants.

《 What to Bring 》

*Since it gets windy and cold on board, we strongly recommend wearing a boat coat to stay warm. Please be sure to bring warm clothing (that can get wet). In particular, since you may get splashed by waves, please make sure to wear sturdy, thick clothing to stay warm.

*If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend that you bring motion sickness medication and take it in advance.

*Please bring your own lunch. If you'd like, we can provide lunch at the shop, so please let us know in advance.

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