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[Northern part of the main island (Motobu Town)] Winter-only whale watching: Experienced captains and guides will guide you! Small group size & our own boat (with Western-style toilets) for peace of mind! Member of the Northern WW Association

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Beginners welcome - First try
Advanced-level users
Charter possible
Children welcome
Photo gifts

Possible number of bookings

2～12
Participating age

0Age ～ 80 Age
Duration

3～4 hours

Plan description

This tour takes you on a boat to see the large whales that migrate off the coast of Motobu Peninsula. There are two sailings per day (3-4 hours) in the morning and afternoon, departing from Motobu Port. A veteran captain and guide who loves whales and has a wealth of experience will guide you carefully. As the number of participants is small, all customers can watch the whales from a position where they can easily see them. Photo data taken by the staff will be given to customers as a gift! Relax on the spacious boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way as if you were on a cruise! Everyone from small children aged 0 to grandparents can participate, so it is perfect for creating memories with the whole family.

A spectacular large whale that you will definitely want to see at least once

The sight of the giant whales swimming leisurely and the various actions they sometimes show is simply spectacular! Why not go and see whales, who live on the same Earth as us but are difficult to see? Whale watching is a winter-only tour, so don't miss it!

Enjoyable for the whole family! Our own boat has a capacity of 12 people and is equipped with a Western-style toilet!

It's a precious time where people of all ages, from small children to 80-year-old grandparents, can share the same experience! We are equipped with Western-style toilets, a spacious deck on the boat, and sunshade sheets that are safe for women and children who are worried about sunburn.

A captain fascinated by whales with over 20 years of whaling experience

Your guide will be the captain, a self-proclaimed whale lover! As a researcher, guide, and captain, he has a wealth of experience working with whales, and has been in this business for over 20 years. The captain and guide will teach you not only basic knowledge about whales, but also interesting stories about whales that you won't hear anywhere else, so everyone from first-time whalers to repeat visitors can have a great time!

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Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 1 days before the event date.
About cancellation	Free up to 2 days before the tour date. 1 day before the tour date: 50% of the tour fee. On the day of the tour or without notice: 100% of the tour fee.
About event termination	Depending on the weather and sea conditions, the trip may be canceled the day before or on the day itself.

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	2 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	2～12
About duration	3～4 hours The trip takes between 3-4 hours depending on when whales are spotted.
Operating period	2025/1/05〜2025/4/05 Whales only visit Okinawa in the winter
Assembly time	15 minutes before the start of the experience (8:45/13:15)
Booking deadline	until 17:59 the day before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
Locker

Dress code - Must bring items	Medicine for motion sickness, drinks, comfortable footwear, sun protection products, and a waterproof, warm jacket (it can be cold on the boat due to the wind)
About rental items	Life jacket (free), sunglasses (free)

Matters require attention	Only people aged 0-80 years old and in good health can participate. Because whales are natural creatures, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to see them. Please note that we operate in small groups, so we cannot offer refunds even if you are unable to see whales. Children must be accompanied by a guardian, and minors must have a parental consent form to participate alone. The tour may be canceled the day before or on the day of the tour due to weather and sea conditions. In this case, we will contact you and no cancellation fee will be charged. In addition, for young children and elderly customers, depending on the sea conditions, we may ask you to refrain from participating for safety reasons. If the captain or guide judges that it is dangerous to continue the tour due to sudden changes in weather or sea conditions after departure, we may return to port midway to prioritize safety. Since you will be spending 3-4 hours on the boat, we recommend that you take motion sickness medication in advance. If there are other customers, we may not be able to return to port immediately even if you are seasick. If you are late, you may not be able to participate. There are toilets on the boat, but you may get seasick easily, so please use them before the meeting point.
Other notifications	Participants must be in good health. The following people cannot participate for safety reasons. -Pregnant people or people who may be pregnant -People who have consumed alcohol on the day of the tour or people who are hungover Please wear clothes and footwear that you don't mind getting a little wet as it may rain or splash during the tour. Whales are natural creatures, so we cannot guarantee that you will see them. Please note that we operate with a small number of participants, so we cannot offer refunds even if you are unable to see any whales.

Matters require attention

*Only people aged 0-80 years old and in good health can participate. *Because whales are natural creatures, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to see them. Please note that we operate in small groups, so we cannot offer refunds even if you are unable to see whales. *Children must be accompanied by a guardian, and minors must have a parental consent form to participate alone. *The tour may be canceled the day before or on the day of the tour due to weather and sea conditions. In this case, we will contact you and no cancellation fee will be charged. In addition, for young children and elderly customers, depending on the sea conditions, we may ask you to refrain from participating for safety reasons. *If the captain or guide judges that it is dangerous to continue the tour due to sudden changes in weather or sea conditions after departure, we may return to port midway to prioritize safety. *Since you will be spending 3-4 hours on the boat, we recommend that you take motion sickness medication in advance. If there are other customers, we may not be able to return to port immediately even if you are seasick. *If you are late, you may not be able to participate. *There are toilets on the boat, but you may get seasick easily, so please use them before the meeting point.

Other notifications

*Participants must be in good health. *The following people cannot participate for safety reasons. -Pregnant people or people who may be pregnant -People who have consumed alcohol on the day of the tour or people who are hungover *Please wear clothes and footwear that you don't mind getting a little wet as it may rain or splash during the tour. *Whales are natural creatures, so we cannot guarantee that you will see them. Please note that we operate with a small number of participants, so we cannot offer refunds even if you are unable to see any whales.

Plan attractions

プランの魅力 Humpback whales swimming in the ocean の画像

Humpback whales swimming in the ocean Humpback whales swim leisurely through the magnificent scenery of Okinawa. They are over 10 meters long and show off their large tail fins when they dive.

プランの魅力 Experienced captain and guide の画像

Experienced captain and guide Our experienced captains and guides will provide you with a safe, fun and in-depth experience watching whales.

プランの魅力 A big boat with a small number of people for a fun cruise along the way の画像

A big boat with a small number of people for a fun cruise along the way We operate with a small number of participants, so you can relax on the boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Okinawa along the way.

Occasional powerful action Humpback whales are also famous for their various actions. If you're lucky, you might be able to see something like the one in the photo!

プランの魅力 Present photos taken by staff の画像

Present photos taken by staff We will give you photo data of whales and the whale watching scenery taken by our staff as a gift!

Time schedule

08:45

We will apply makeup that matches the hairstyle of a courtesan wearing a kimono. Meet at Motobu Port and receive information on the free parking lot.

09:00

Departure After receiving instructions on what to be careful of on board, you will put on a life jacket and set sail! If you spot a whale, you can start watching.

12:30

Return to port After returning to port, we will disband at the port. Please be careful and enjoy the rest of your trip in Okinawa! (The return time may vary depending on the time of whale sightings.)

Access - Map

905 Sakimotobu, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

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Assembly point

Headquarters Port

If you arrive by car

30 minutes from Kyoda IC

If you arrive by other means of transportation

3 minutes walk from "Motobu Port" bus stop

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: Okinawa main island Motobu Town (including Sesoko Island and Minna Island)/Ie Island

: Sightseeing tour/Guided tour Guided tour Guided tour

Selling points regarding safety

We always check the weather and ocean conditions before and on the day of the trip, and select the best route for the day to guide our customers on our own ship, steered by an experienced captain. We always explain important points to note before boarding, and take care to ensure that customers can spend their time on board without worry. Our staff will also support customers when boarding and disembarking.

Authorization issued by	Okinawa General Bureau, Transportation Department, Non-scheduled Shipping Business Notification
Insurance information	Daido Fire Insurance, passenger injury liability insurance, 30 million yen
License and Qualifications	Small vessels 1st and 2nd class
Number of staff	1 people
Number of instructors	4 people