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This is the best part of winter in Okinawa!
Powerful Okinawa Whale Watching Tour
A magical experience to encounter some of the world's largest whales!
Whales weigh about 30 tons and grow to about 15 meters in length. Why don't you enjoy the ecology of whales while observing their various behaviors?
Come with us to look for whales in the wild♪
Okinawa in winter is a paradise for humpback whales!
Humpback whales spent the summer in the northern seas around the Aleutian Islands, feeding on an abundance of food.
In winter, they return to the waters around Zamami Island, surrounded by beautiful coral reefs about 40 km west of Naha City in Okinawa, a warm and quiet place with quiet waves, to breed.
Whale Watching Time☆
Let's take a closer look at the whale's unique behavior!Humpback whales are among the largest baleen whales in the world, and their powerful appearance can be seen up close.
Enjoy the fascinating ecology of whale watching to the fullest!
Behavior unique to humpback whales◆Bleaching (jumping)
◆ tail slap
◆ Spout (spraying water from fumaroles)
◆Heading (face out of the water)
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- Reference Schedule
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Hours. Contents 13:00 
Gathering & Registration at Chatan Hamagawa Fishing Port 13:45 
departure 
〜Whale watching for up to 3 hours
*If a whale is spotted, whale observation is scheduled to last approximately one hour.
We may return to port earlier depending on the sea conditions, the appearance of whales, and the situation of our guests. Please understand this in advance.16:45 
Dismissal after returning to port *The above is a guideline.
Time may vary depending on sea conditions. - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (12 years and older):6,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Children (3-11 years old):5,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Infants (under 2 years old):2,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
A separate facility fee of 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for children will be charged on site.
Fee includes Boarding fee, insurance, life jacket personal effects none in particular
*Customers are responsible for their own winter protection and waterproofing.Meeting and Dismissal Location Chatan Hamagawa Fishing Port
4 Minato, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa, Japan [Map]
*Parking is free of charge.
*This plan is for local meeting only.
Location Around the Okinawa main island to the Kerama Islands Opening Hours 13:00-16:45
*The above is a rough estimate. Times may vary depending on sea conditions and other factors.
→The morning course isthis way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)Age Range 0 years old and up
*We reserve the right to refuse boarding for infants and the elderly due to sea conditions.
Pregnant women are not allowed to board the boat as the vibration of the boat is not good for their health.Number of participants From 1 person (minimum of 15 people)
If the minimum number of participants is 15 or more, the tour may be cancelled the day before the tour.cofferdam By 6:00 p.m. the day before *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*Facility fee of 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for children will be charged separately on site for departures from Chatan. Please note that the fee will be charged separately.
Cancellation fee for this plan 》
If a reservation is cancelled for the customer's convenience, the following cancellation fee will be charged. Please note that bank transfer fees are the responsibility of the customer.
10 to 8 days prior to the date of use: 20%.
7 days to 2 days prior to the date of use: 30%.
Day before the date of use: 50%.
On the day of use: 100%.*Due to business hours, if you contact Tours after 6:00 p.m., it will be handled the following day. Please contact the guide in charge directly, or please note that the calculation will be made on or after the next day.
Special note 》
*Times may vary depending on whale observation conditions.
*If whales are spotted, whale observation is scheduled to last approximately one hour.However, we may return to port earlier depending on the sea conditions, the appearance of whales, and the situation of our guests.
*Unlike the summer season, the ocean in Okinawa in winter, when the whales arrive, has higher waves than in summer throughout the year.Infants and the elderly may not be allowed on board due to sea conditions.
*Pregnant customersare not allowed to participate for safety reasons due to the adverse effects of vibrations from the ship's engines.
*Tour may be cancelled due to sea and weather conditions.
*Customers are responsible for their own preparations for warmth and waterproofing.
*Those who are prone to seasickness are advised to take anti-sickness medication.
*For your safety, please note that you will be required to wear a life jacket.
If you didn't see the whales...
Whales are wild animals and may not be seen. In the unlikely event that whales are not spotted, we will do one of the following
Full refund
Refundable from 2/1/2025 to 3/15/2025
Not applicable for 12/21/2024 - 1/31/2025 and 3/16 - 4/6(2) Whale watching again (until 4/6/2025)
However, if any of the following applies, we will not be able to respond. Please understand this beforehand.Blow (squirt) could be seen in the distance.
Several of our clients were able to identify the whales.
Also, please understand that if you are unable to use both (1) and (2) due to your schedule, we regret to inform you that they will be waived. - Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the difference between the two?Does the probability of detection differ depending on the time of day?The probability of detection does not change depending on the time of day. You may be able to find it in the morning but not in the afternoon, and vice versa. Please decide the flight according to your schedule.Q. What is the difference between the two?Is there a place to leave valuables and luggage?There are no lockers at the meeting place, so please keep your valuables with you. Suitcases, etc. can be left in the company car.Q. What happens if it rains?If it rains enough not to interfere with the operation of the vessel, the vessel will sail. Cancellation due to rain will incur a cancellation fee. In case of severe weather or high waves, the tour will be cancelled. In case of cancellation, we will contact you the day before or on the day of the tour, and the tour will be rescheduled for another day or a refund will be made. Refunds will be made by bank transfer, but in the event of a no-show due to weather conditions, bank transfer fees will be borne by the customer.Q. Is there anything I need to prepare in advance?A kappa, binoculars, and a towel are useful. The sea in winter in Okinawa can be windy and cold, so be sure to keep warm. The boat can be bumpy, so we recommend that you wear non-slip shoes such as sneakers.
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Percentage of review submissions]Total 1520代Submitted Month: 2025/04Whale watching tours are the best part of winter in Okinawa, where you can enjoy encounters with humpback whales! Surrounded by the beautiful coral reefs of Okinawa, you can observe the whales, which measure about 15 meters and weigh 30 tons, up close in the waters near Zamami Island. The powerful behavior of the whales, such as jumping and flapping their tail fins, is breathtaking! This is a must-see experience in winter in Okinawa.
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| Amount of money |
Adults (12 years and older):6,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Children (3-11 years old): 5,000 yen Infant (under 2 years old): 2,000 yen |
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| time zone | 1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. |
| the time required | Approx. 3.5 hours |
| Holding period | 2024/12/21 ~ 2025/04/06 |
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