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90% encounter rate by 2024!
Amami Oshima Whale Watching TourA one-day Amami Whale Watching course to see whales in the Amami Sea with an encounter rate of 901 TP3T or higher!
We share information on sightings with whale research institutes in Amami, and the probability of encountering whales has been increasing year by year, partly due to the increase in the population.
Recommendations◆ Encounter rate of more than 90%!
Let's go to the Amami Sea to meet whales!
◆Easily accessible from Amami Airport in 20 minutes.
◆Guided by a large cruiser!
Comfortable whale watching experience
◆Hold tours in safe fieldsWhat is a "humpback whale"?
Humpback whales can reach 15 meters in size, and the various performances they show us at sea are spectacular. Furthermore, it is sure to be impressive to see them as parents and children, couples, and groups of whales swimming together.
Experienced guides will guide you☆.
We will cruise the ship looking for the whale's breath "blow" and the whale's jump "breach".
During the journey to find the whales, the guide will carefully explain how to look for whales and their ecology.
⬇︎Half-day courses are available here: ⬇︎
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Contents (i) Meeting / Registration
Of the two ports on ➡︎, we will head to the port closest to the area where the whale sighting was reported.(2) Arrival at the port
➡︎When you put on your life jacket and listen to the safety lesson, it's time to set sail!(iii) Moving from point to point in search of whales 4) Lunch break (lunch on board or lunch back in port) 5) Whale watching while moving from one point to another 6) End of cruising / Return to port seven (used in legal documents) End of tour / Thank you for your hard work. *The above is a guide only.
Subject to change depending on sea conditions and weather. - Course Content and Details
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Price 1 person (10 years and older):15,400suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Fee includes Guide fee, boarding fee, insurance, lunch, sales tax personal effects Sun protection, warm clothing, camera, etc.
*Please wear clothes that can get dirty.Meeting and Dismissal Location Meeting place is at the port. The port (Uyado Fishing Port or Ashitoku Fishing Port) will be decided the day before the cruise depending on the sea conditions.
Please call our store the day before your visit to confirm the meeting place.
Uyado Fishing Port or Ashitoku Fishing Port
◆Ushuku Fishing Port: Oaza Manya, Kasari-cho, Amami-shi, Kagoshima 894-0502Map)
◆Ashinoku Fishing Port: 261 Ashinoku, Ryugo Town, Oshima County, Kagoshima Prefecture, 894-0412, JapanMap)Location Ocean around Amami-Oshima Island (depending on sea conditions) Holding period 1month15Day ~3month31day (of the month) Opening Hours Time required: approx. 7 hours
Start time: 9:00-16:00Age Range 10 years old and up (9 years old and under are not allowed to participate) Number of participants From 2 persons (minimum of 2 persons) cofferdam By 18:00 the day before *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*Meeting time may vary depending on the time of year.
Access to the site
Meeting place is at the port. Depending on the sea conditions, the port (Uyado Fishing Port or Ashitoku Fishing Port) will be decided the day before the cruise.
Please call the store the day before your visit to confirm the meeting place.
Special note 》
*The tour may be cancelled due to ocean conditions or other scheduling conflicts. Please understand this in advance.
*Early reservations are recommended.
*The return time may be slightly different depending on the sea conditions and the whales.
*Customers who fly in the afternoon on the same day may return to port in time for their flight even during the observation. (If you are flying on the day of observation or have other sightseeing tour plans, please inform our staff in advance).
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the encounter rate for whale watching?
The encounter rate in 2024 is 901 TP3T.
Whales are natural creatures, so whether or not you will see them depends on your luck, but a one-day plan is more likely than a half-day plan.Q. What is the difference between the two?My transportation will be by local bus. Where is the nearest bus stop?The port where we will meet will be decided the day before the tour, taking into consideration the wind direction and other factors. (The ports are Ashitoku Fishing Port or Ushuku Fishing Port.
The nearest bus stop to Ashitoku Fishing Port is Akaogi Post Office Mae,
The nearest bus stop to Ujuku Fishing Port is Manya.
Q. What should I wear on the day of the event?When out at sea, the temperature on board is lower than that on land due to the sea breeze, so heavy clothing is recommended.
Also, avoid footwear that is unstable underfoot, as it may lead to falls and other injuries. Sneakers with flat soles are recommended.Q. Will I get seasick?The ship is resistant to turbulence, and those who are concerned about seasickness can participate without worry; however, those who are worried about seasickness are advised to take anti-sickness medicine before boarding the ship.
Please get enough sleep the day before and do not overeat or drink too much. - word of mouth
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Amount of money |
1 person (10 years and older):15,400suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. |
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time zone | 9:00-16:00 |
the time required | Approx. 7 hours |
Holding period | January 15 - March 31 |
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