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[Winter Only] Kerama Islands Whale Watching Tour from Naha in Okinawa with Round-Trip Transfers & Photos | Japan

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Tour Duration | 4 Hours

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What You'll Experience

Book your Traveloka Kerama Islands whale watching tour for a 98% encounter rate with humpback whales and enjoy a memorable winter experience.

Explore Zamami Island in Okinawa, surrounded by rich coral reefs and tropical fish, creating the perfect sea area for humpback whales to breed in winter

Experience the exclusive winter-only whale watching tour in Okinawa, encountering the world’s largest mammal, the 30-ton, 15-meter-long humpback whale, capturing touching moments

Ride a high-speed motorboat, feel the splashing waves, experience hull vibrations, and connect with the whales

Witness wild humpback whales up close on the boat, immersing yourself in the charm of marine ecology

Enjoy convenient pick-up and drop-off services from hotels in Naha city

Easily access the whale watching guide book (Chinese/English/Korean/Japanese) by scanning the QR code on site

Download the best photos of the day’s experience and previous whale watching adventures for free

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Tour Itinerary

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08:30 Gather at Naha Mie City Port (recognized with [NEWS] flag)

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09:00 Morning departure｜Whale watching by boat

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10:30 Whale watching time is up to 3 hours (if you see a whale early, you will return to port early)

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12:00 Return to port and disband

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13:00 Afternoon departure｜Assemble at Naha Mie City Port

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13:30 Take a boat out of the port to watch whales, and the whale watching time is up to 3 hours (if you see whales early, you will return to port early)

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16:30 Return to port and disband

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— What You Can Expect —

Experience the magic of the warm Okinawa Sea as humpback whales arrive from December to April, choosing the pristine waters around Zamami Island in the Kerama Islands for breeding amidst rich coral reefs and vibrant tropical fish schools. This exclusive winter whale watching tour unveils the largest humpback whales, weighing around 30 tons and measuring approximately 15 meters long.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness the world's largest mammal and capture truly touching moments during this season. Feel the rush of excitement on a high-speed motorboat, immersing yourself in the splashing waves, hull vibrations, and the incredible connection with the whales. Watch wild humpback whales up close, delving into the captivating marine ecology. Enjoy seamless access with complimentary pick-up and drop-off services from hotels in Naha City.

— Important Information —

Meeting time: 8:30 am / 1:00 pm

Departure time: 9:00 am / 1:30 pm

Meeting point: Inside Naha Mie Port (20 Nishi 3-chome, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture)

Return point: Tour ends at the meeting point

Transportation: Go by yourself or enjoy complimentary pick-up service when staying at a Naha city hotel. Receive pick-up time details via email, with morning departures notified the evening before and afternoon departures around 11:00 am on the day itself

— Itinerary Information —

[Free Shuttle Pickup Points & Times]

Important: Please arrive at least 5 minutes early and look for staff wearing blue uniforms with the word "NEWS".

Route A:
- 08:00 / 12:40 FamilyMart Saion Square (2 Chome-1-1 Asato, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:05 / 12:45 Tenpusu Naha (Calbee+ Okinawa Kokusai Street, 3 Chome-2-2 Makishi, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:10 / 12:50 Hotel Collective (2 Chome-5-7 Matsuo, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:15 / 12:55 Kenmin Hiroba Prefectural Citizens Park (1-chōme-2 Izumizaki, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:25 / 13:05 Lawson Kariyushi LCH Izumizaki (1 Chome-11-8 Izumizaki, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:30 / 13:10 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Naha (3-15 Higashimachi, Naha, Okinawa)

Route B:
- 08:00 / 12:40 APA Hotel Naha Matsuyama (1 Chome-4-16 Matsuyama, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:05 / 12:45 Prince Smart Inn Naha (2-4-13 Matsuyama, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:10 / 12:50 Hotel Aqua Citta Naha (3 Chome-2-20 Maejima, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:20 / 13:00 Nest Hotel Naha Nishi (1 Chome-20-19 Nishi, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:25 / 13:05 LOISIR HOTEL NAHA (3 Chome-2-1 Nishi, Naha, Okinawa)
- 08:30 / 13:10 Hotel SANSUI NAHA (2 Chome-25-1 Tsuji, Naha, Okinawa)

[Chance of Whale Sightings]

Many travelers ask whether there’s a difference in sighting success between morning and afternoon tours or if rainy weather affects the likelihood.

This is a nature-led experience, and sightings depend entirely on the whales’ behavior. Based on years of experience, sightings occur on most days during the tour. However, there are rare occasions when whales may not be spotted due to a change in their behavior patterns or activity areas. During the 4-month whale-watching season, missed sightings are extremely rare, typically only a few days. Please note that refund is only possible during Feb 1, 2025, to Mar 19, 2025 if there's no whale sightings. Otherwise, refunds are not available for other dates.

[Essential Items to Bring]

Motion Sickness Medication: Okinawa’s winter seas can be rough due to the northeast monsoon. Please take motion sickness medication before the tour as it is not available on-site.

Windproof and Warm Clothing: The sea breeze can be strong and cold. Wear a windproof jacket and avoid loose hats.

Non-Slip Sport Shoes: The boat may be wet or bumpy. Wear non-slip shoes and avoid high heels.

Camera/Phone Strap: Secure your devices with straps to prevent them from falling into the sea.

Baby Carrier: For infants (0-2 years old), a baby carrier is required for safety.

— Itinerary —

[Morning Tour]

08:00-08:30: Shuttle Pickup

08:30: Meet at Naha Miegusuku Port

09:00: Depart

Whale Watching (Up to 3 Hours): Return to port earlier if whales are spotted quickly.

12:00: Return to port, tour ends (hotel drop-off)

[Afternoon Tour]

12:40-13:10: Shuttle Pickup

13:00: Meet at Naha Miegusuku Port

13:30: Depart

Whale Watching (Up to 3 Hours): Return to port earlier if whales are spotted quickly.

16:30: Return to port, tour ends (hotel drop-off)

[Whale Watching Meeting Point]

Address: Naha Miegusuku Port (3-chōme-20-20 Nishi, Naha)

Look for the "NEWS" flag

Anti-Seasickness 3-pc Package: Raincoat, seasickness wristband, anti-sickness glasses

You Should Also Know This

A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 3 day(s) before the departure date

In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email

Epilepsy, Pregnant women

Depending on the observation status of whales, there may be times when they return to port earlier, so please be aware.

The waves in Okinawa in winter are the highest in a year, and pregnant women are not recommended to participate. Regarding children, the captain will judge whether they can take the boat according to the sea conditions of the day, please understand

Due to force majeure factors such as weather and sea conditions, the whale watching trip may be canceled on the day, and passengers will be notified through the reserved contact information at that time

Guests are requested to prepare raincoats and other cold-proof and waterproof supplies by themselves

Guests who are prone to seasickness are advised to take their own seasickness medicine in advance. Seasickness medicine cannot be purchased on site

For your safety, please wear a life jacket at all times

As long as the rain does not cause navigation difficulties, ships can still leave the port even on rainy days. If a guest cancels due to rainy weather and does not want to participate, cancellation fees will be charged in accordance with regulations

You may be splashed by waves when watching whales. Please wear warm or waterproof clothes that you don't mind getting wet. Avoid wearing unstable shoes such as high heels. Be sure to wear a life jacket provided by the ship throughout the process

The entire event is in Japanese

Free pick-up and drop-off is provided in Naha city (except for some areas such as the Shinto center area). According to the principle of pick-up on the same day, some hotels will arrange for guests to go to a nearby meeting point to gather on their own. The specific information will be subject to the notification received. Please be informed

If you are unable to arrive at the meeting point on time on the same day, you will not be able to change the date and venue for free, and a 100% cancellation fee will be charged, so please allow enough time to arrive

Please provide a messaging software when making a reservation and allow your account to be added for emergency contact (Line/WeChat/WhatsApp/Kakao).

Pregnant women and people who have drunk alcohol are not allowed to participate. If found on the spot, no refunds will be given. Please be informed

Regarding the process of downloading photos for free, the on-site staff will inform you of the password and link on the day, and then you can log in to the link and enter the password to download the photos yourself

If the transfer time changes, customer service will notify you via the email you provided the evening before. Please also pay attention to your spam inbox

Please note that depending on the time and location of the whale sighting, the return time may be pushed back or forward by more than 1 hour.

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