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Okinawa Whale Watching: Choose from three departure locations: Naha, Chatan, or Motobu
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Okinawa Whale Watching: Choose from three departure locations: Naha, Chatan, or Motobu

3 hours
Okinawa
€33.56/person
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 72 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Japanese-speaking staff
  • Insurance provided by the operator
  • Whale watching guarantee: If no whales are seen, a full refund or rescheduling is available (whale watching guarantee period is from February 1, 2027, to March 14, 2027). ※Outside the guarantee period, if no whales are seen, no refunds or rescheduling will be provided. ※On the day, seeing whale spouts or two or more guests seeing whales will be considered a successful whale sighting.
  • Life Jacket Rental

Not included: Environmental protection tax of 600 yen per person (cash); Parking Fee

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Overview

Okinawa's whale watching tours are an unmissable winter experience! Every year from December to April, humpback whales visit the waters of Okinawa's Kerama Islands to find food, mate, and give birth to their calves. During this period, the number of humpback whales in the Kerama waters can reach 300 to 500, and over a thousand identified humpback whales have been confirmed. This makes the area a gathering place for them, resulting in a whale watching success rate as high as 98%! 【Departing from Naha (Japanese)】 ★ Whale watching guarantee period: 2027/2/1-2027/3/14 ★ Uses a more stable large catamaran compared to traditional speedboats ★ Free download of whale explanation booklet ★ Free download of activity photos from the day and past beautiful whale photos ★ Free round-trip transfer from designated locations in Naha city ★ In addition to the basic plan, a "Seasickness Prevention Plan" including anti-motion sickness bracelets, glasses, and raincoats is also available 【Departing from Naha (Chinese)】 ★ Whale watching guarantee period: 2027/2/1-2027/3/14 ★ Accompanied by Chinese-speaking staff for barrier-free communication ★ Multi-language audio guide 【Departing from Chatan (Japanese/English)】 ★ Whale watching guarantee period: 2026/2/1-2026/3/14 ★ Near American Village ★ Multi-language audio guide 【Departing from Motobu (Japanese)】 ★ Near Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ★ Free whale explanation booklet provided ★ Welcome drink ★ Free download of activity photos from the day and past beautiful whale photos ★ Whale watching near Ie Island, with only a few boats, clear and uncrowded views, and a whale encounter rate as high as 98%

Highlights

★ Winter-limited Okinawa whale watching experience! From December to April each year, the success rate of whale watching is as high as 98%. It's an unmissable experience in Okinawa during winter.
★ Departures available from Naha, Chatan, and Motobu, making it easy to integrate into your travel plans. Whale watching is convenient from the north, central, and south.
★ [Naha Departure (Japanese) Tour] Offers free round-trip transfers from designated locations.

What's included

Japanese-speaking staff
Insurance provided by the operator
Whale watching guarantee: If no whales are seen, a full refund or rescheduling is available (whale watching guarantee period is from February 1, 2027, to March 14, 2027). ※Outside the guarantee period, if no whales are seen, no refunds or rescheduling will be provided. ※On the day, seeing whale spouts or two or more guests seeing whales will be considered a successful whale sighting.
Life Jacket Rental

What's not included

Environmental protection tax of 600 yen per person (cash)
Parking Fee

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 72 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a participation date
Pregnant women and drinkers cannot participate in this tour. If found on site, no refunds will be given. Thank you for your understanding. Depending on the whale watching conditions on the day, we may return to port early if whales are spotted early. Please be aware of this. This tour is a cruise of approximately 3 hours, but due to different whale sighting locations, the return time may be earlier or later by more than 1 hour. We recommend that you allow sufficient time to participate. For safety reasons, children or the elderly may be refused participation when sea conditions are poor. Thank you for your understanding. The tour may be canceled due to weather, sea conditions, or other force majeure factors. You will be notified by email the day before or on the day of the tour. Please pay attention to your email. If the rain does not affect the safe navigation of the boat, the tour will proceed as usual, even on rainy days. If customers cancel the tour on their own due to rainy weather, cancellation fees will be charged according to the regulations.
Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:30, 13:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking. ・Morning session: Meet at 08:30 ・Afternoon session: Meet at 13:00 ※All participants must pay an environmental protection tax of 600 JPY per person (cash) upon registration. ※The meeting location may change. Please proactively add the organizer's LINE or WhatsApp the day before to confirm the location. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 3 hour(s), Guided tour, Whale Watching, ※Please understand that the return time may be delayed or brought forward by more than 1 hour depending on the time and location of whale sightings. [Return] at Chatan Town Marine Industry Promotion Center, You can choose to return at the following times: 12:00, 16:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Arrival time at the port: Morning session around 12:00 / Afternoon session around 16:30 ※Please understand that the return time to the port may be delayed or advanced by more than 1 hour, depending on the time and location of whale sightings. Day {num}
Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount This activity requires a minimum of 15 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund
This tour is not suitable for pregnant women or individuals who have consumed alcohol. No refunds will be issued if this is discovered on-site. Thank you for your understanding. A minimum of 15 participants is required for the tour to proceed. If the minimum number of participants is not met, the tour may be canceled. You will be notified by email the day before. All participants are required to pay an environmental protection tax of 600 JPY (cash) upon registration. After completing your reservation, please proactively join the organizer's SNS to confirm the meeting port on the day of the event. [LINE] @okt7349i [whatsapp] the number on your voucher [kakaotalk] ceruleanoki Please note that the entire activity will be conducted by Japanese staff, and language support in languages such as Chinese or English will not be available. Thank you for your understanding. If no whales are seen during the guaranteed whale watching period, a full refund or rescheduling is available (the guaranteed whale watching period is from February 1, 2027, to March 14, 2027). ※Outside the guaranteed whale watching period, if no whales are seen, no refund or rescheduling will be provided. ※Seeing a whale spout water on the day or two or more guests seeing a whale will be considered a successful whale sighting. Please note that depending on the whale watching situation on the day, the boat may return to port early if whales are spotted sooner than expected. Whale watching time is approximately 60 minutes after a whale is spotted. The captain will decide whether to return to port early based on the sea conditions, the physical condition of the passengers, and the appearance of whales. In this situation, no price difference or refund will be offered. Thank you for your understanding. This tour is a cruise of approximately 3 hours, but since whale sighting locations vary, the return time may be up to 1 hour earlier or later. We recommend you allocate sufficient time to participate. For safety reasons, participation may be refused to children or the elderly when sea conditions are unfavorable. Thank you for your understanding. Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather and sea conditions, the tour may be canceled. You will be notified via email the day before or on the day of the tour. Please pay attention to your email. The tour will proceed as scheduled if the rain does not affect the safe navigation of the boat, even on rainy days. If customers cancel the tour on their own due to rain, cancellation fees will be charged according to regulations. Raincoats can be purchased on-site for a fee of approximately JPY 300. Please gather at the designated meeting location within the specified time. Missing the meeting time will be considered a same-day cancellation, and no refunds will be issued. For guests prone to seasickness, it is recommended to take seasickness medication 30 minutes prior to departure. Once the boat has set sail, it is not possible to return to port immediately. There are no luggage storage facilities available on board or within the port. We do not offer storage for large luggage or oversized backpacks. Please leave them at your accommodation or in your vehicle. What to bring Motion Sickness Medication ※If you are prone to motion sickness or unsure whether you will experience it, we strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. Motion sickness medication is not available for purchase on-site. (Okinawa often experiences the effects of the northeast monsoon during the winter, resulting in significant offshore waves. Even on cruise ships or large yachts, you may feel considerable rocking. Therefore, we strongly recommend participants take motion sickness medication before the activity begins to ensure a more comfortable journey. Motion sickness medication is not available for purchase on-site.) What to wear Windproof and cold-proof jacket: The wind at sea is strong and the temperature is low. We recommend wearing a windproof and cold-proof jacket and a beanie. Please avoid wearing hats that are easily blown away by the wind to avoid inconvenience. Non-slip athletic shoes The deck may be slippery or experience turbulence, so please wear non-slip athletic shoes and avoid wearing unstable shoes such as high heels. Anti-Slip Camera Lanyard ※When taking photos with a camera or mobile phone, it is recommended to use a camera lanyard or mobile phone lanyard to secure the device to your hand to prevent accidental slippage into the sea and ensure safety. Raincoat Baby Carrier: Due to the potential for waves to cause the ship to rock, parents with infants and young children aged 0-2 years must use a baby carrier to secure their child before boarding to ensure safety. Address 54-54 Mihama, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa (Uminchu Wharf, Chatan Town Fisheries Promotion Center)
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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