Tour Overview
From early January to late March each year, whale watching tours are the most popular winter marine activity in Okinawa. Every whale watching trip is unique. Many tourists, including locals, have taken multiple whale watching tours, and the sight of whales near the boat is always thrilling and surprising.
Whale watching is also a great activity for children, perfect for families.
Where are the whales?
The most common whales in Okinawa are humpback whales and dolphins (Pseudorca crassidens). Most whales and dolphins are found around Chibishi Island or in the Kerama Islands of Okinawa.
Follow the experts and discover whale sightings.
Travel Notes
★What to Prepare
If you're concerned about seasickness, we recommend eating something an hour before departure and taking seasickness medication half an hour before departure.
If you're traveling with children, we recommend bringing snacks and toys.
Wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes to prevent slipping on the boat.
The weather can be very cold, so we recommend bringing a warm jacket.
Binoculars are recommended for a better view.
In rough seas or rain, we provide light raincoats. If no one sees whales or dolphins during the trip, we will refund the full amount.
★Onboard Facilities
Guide
Underwater radio (to listen to whale songs)
Double deck, toilets, guest cabins
Light raincoats.
★Notes
If you sign up for the whale watching tour on the following dates and do not see whales or dolphins during the trip, you will be given a non-refundable "Re-Trip Ticket." We welcome you to return!
December 23, 2016 - January 3, 2017
April 1, 2017 - April 9, 2017
★Registration Restrictions
Registration will not be accepted if the guest has any of the following conditions:
Epilepsy, seizures, convulsions, or taking medication to prevent any of the above conditions
Pregnancy
If you are traveling with an infant under 3 years old, please be sure to purchase the additional fee (free of charge) to facilitate subsequent confirmation.
(Please note that due to the marine activities, infants under 3 years old may not be able to participate.)
Cancellation Clauses
Cancellations made 31 days prior to the start of a trip will incur a 10% handling fee.
Cancellations made 21-30 days (including the 30th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 20% handling fee.
Cancellations made 11-20 days (including the 20th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 30% handling fee.
Cancellations made 4-10 days (including the 10th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made 3 days prior to the start of a trip (including the 1st day) will incur a 100% handling fee.
Cancellations made on the day of the trip are non-refundable.
If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.
Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy above.
If the participant cancels the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.
Cancellations made 14 days prior to booking will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 10-13 days before the booking date will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made 7-9 days before the booking date will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made 4-6 days before the booking date will receive a 40% refund.
Cancellations made 2-3 days before the scheduled date will receive a 30% refund.
Cancellations made 1 day before the scheduled date will receive a 20% refund.
Cancellations made on the scheduled date will not receive a refund.
