- Features of this plan
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Attention: Full! Please hurry!The full-day whale-watching course is a popular tour that books up quickly.
Make your reservations early!Oh my god!!!
2024 encounter rate of 1001 TP3T achieved!
Full-day whale watching tourHumpback whales are one of the largest mammals in the world, measuring 10 to 15 meters in length and weighing 30 tons.
They return to Okinawa every winter to breed. You can see them up close as they dive, tapping the surface of the sea with their long pectoral fins and gracefully displaying their large tail fins!
What are the advantages of northern outbound flights?
Originally, the Kerama Islands were famous for whale watching in Okinawa, but this whale watching tour is held in the waters around Iejima in the northern part of the island.
It is still a very rare spot and there are only a few boats, so it is very easy to see the whales.98% encounter rate.and a high encounter rate.
What kind of performance can we expect?
Because you will be watching whales in their natural habitat, the performances you will see will vary depending on the day you participate.
For example, bleaching, aYou will see a performance in which the body is lifted above the water into the air, the pectoral fins sticking out to the sides, while the body rotates in mid-air and falls back into the water!
It is often done when you want to remove fish and debris from your body. This is the best part of whale watching and the biggest show.
Recommendations for this plan○ ○ Whale photos and customer photo giveaways!
*Download at a later date
Original Whale Pamphlet Present
○500ml PET tea bottle
Simple raincoat present (paid kappa also available)
Use of whale-watching cruisers
○A member of the Northern Okinawa Whale Watching Association
XX Shop for measure C in line with national regulations on corona measures*Since the start of whale watching in 2010, we have maintained an encounter rate of 981 TP3T or higher, and in 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024 we achieved an encounter rate of 1001 TP3T.
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＜ Whale watching precautions.
The biggest concern about whale watching is seasickness. Even people who pride themselves on not getting sick can get seasick, depending on their physical condition!
Always 30 minutes before departureIt is recommended that you take anti-sickness medication to prevent sickness. Be careful not to board the ship after a night of sleep deprivation, hunger, or overeating, and try to see as much of the distant scenery as possible after boarding.
- Reference Schedule
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Contents 8:30 
Meeting & Reception 9:00 
whale watching
Watching for about an hour after ➡︎ discovery!12:30 
entry into port
Please take your own lunch.13:30 
sailing again 16:30 
returning to port *The above is a guide only.
If whales are found early or not easily, the return time may be slightly delayed. - Course Content and Details
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Price Adults (12 years and older):11,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Children (4-11 years old):8,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
*Customers with infants (0-3 years old) are not allowed to apply. (Half Day CourseThen you can join!)Fee includes Boarding fee, whale watching, life jacket rental, tea500mlPET bottles, original brochures and Insurance premium and simple raincoat
note (supplementary information) symbolIn the unlikely event that you fail to see it, you will receive a free retry ticket (no expiration date).Things to bring [Things that are good to have Anti-sickness medicine, warm clothes, non-slip shoes, etc. Meeting and Dismissal Location each flight30 minutes beforeindicates such things as location of person or thing, location of short-term action, etc.storegathering at
671-1, Sakihonbu, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
(Please note that the store is located along the coastline. Please note that the store is located along the coastline.)
◆For car navigation system:206 736 593*36
◆ Search for "Okinawa Island CrewOKPeriod/Hours 9:00-16:30 Age Range 4 years old and up (reservations can be made for one person) Place of operation Off the coast of Iejima, Headquarters cofferdam By 18:00 the day before *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
*After confirming your reservation, we will contact you with reservation details (exact meeting place and time) by the day before the tour.
Cancellation fee for this plan 》
The following cancellation policy applies to cancellations for your convenience. Please understand that the following cancellation policy will apply.
Until 6:00 p.m. the day before... none
After 6:00 p.m. the day before: 100% of the fee
Special note 》
*The event will be held even in the event of rain, but the time schedule is subject to change depending on ocean conditions. The event will be cancelled in case of bad ocean conditions due to typhoons, warnings, warnings, etc.
*In the event of a cancellation decision, we will contact you via your cell phone.Basically, we will contact you by the day before the event, but we may contact you early in the morning on the day of the event due to changes in sea conditions on that day.
*For safety reasons, pregnant women are not permitted to participate.
*If not encountered, you can re-changable for the entire period. (No time limit)
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the difference between the two?Can I always see whales?
Whales are wild animals. Although it is not always possible to see them, we have maintained an encounter rate of 981 TP3T or higher since 2010 and achieved an encounter rate of 1001 TP3T in 2020 and 2021.
Q. What is the difference between the two?What should I wear?Even in Okinawa, you will feel the cold in winter. It is especially cold at sea, so we recommend that you bring warm clothing. We also recommend that women wear jeans and other clothing that is easy to move in, rather than skirts and the like. High heels are dangerous and slippery, so please wear sneakers or other footwear with shallow heels. Even if it rains a little, the boat will sail, so it would be convenient to have a simple rain coat ready (we also have rental coats available). (We also have rental coats available).
Q. What is the difference between the two?Will I get wet on board?It is a large 40-passenger cruiser with a cabin and second deck, but depending on the wind and waves on the day of the cruise, your clothes may get wet from the spray. Please wear warm and waterproof clothes as much as possible.
Q. What is the difference between the two?I am pregnant.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Your safety and physical condition are our priority, so we are unable to allow you to board the boat.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Can I bring food and beverages on board the cruiser?Feel free to bring your own food and beverages. We also offer a hot beverage service before boarding.
Q. What is the difference between the two?What happens on bad weather days?If it rains a little, we will sail. However, in the event of bad ocean conditions, heavy rain, thunderstorms, fog, etc., the safety of our customers is our top priority, so we may have to cancel the sailing. In the event of cancellation, we will contact you by cell phone the day before or early in the morning on the day of the event.
Q. What is the difference between the two?What happens if it has not been encountered?We do not offer full refunds, but issue an indefinite free retry coupon.
In 2020 2021 2023 2024, the encounter rate of 1001 TP3T was achieved, and in 2022, unfortunately, there were some unencountered days and the encounter rate was 971 TP3T.
We are dealing with natural animals, but we will also do our best!
We would be happy if you could help us as well! - word of mouth
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Percentage of review submissions]Total 1520代Submitted Month: 2025/04Whale watching tours from northern Okinawa with an encounter rate of 1001 TP3T in 2024. You can see the powerful performance of humpback whales up close, especially the aerial rotation scene called "breaching"! With a small number of passengers on the boat in the waters around Iejima, the whale encounter rate is 981 TP3T or higher. 4 years old and up are welcome to join the tour, making it fun for the whole family. As a bonus, we were also happy to receive whale photos and an original pamphlet as a gift!
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| Amount of money |
Adults (12 years and older):11,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc. Child (4-11 years old): 8,000 yen |
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| time zone | 9:00-16:30 |
| the time required | Approx. 8.5 hours |
| Holding period | January 7, 2024 - April 5, 2024 |
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