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Winter-only whale watching (half-day course) near Churaumi Aquarium! (Departing from Motobu Port, Okinawa)
[Special winter plan! Encounter whales!]
Every winter, humpback whales return to Okinawa to breed. When it comes to whale watching in Okinawa, the Kerama Islands are famous, but you can also see many whales in the waters near our home base ♪ The dynamic performances of the whales are simply moving!
[The best part of whale watching is the breach]
Humpback whales are one of the largest mammals in the world, with a total length of 10 to 15 meters and a weight of 30 tons. Their pectoral fins are much longer than other whales, and you can see them slapping the surface of the ocean with their pectoral fins and diving gracefully with their large tail fins. It's guaranteed to be an impressive sight to see such a huge body soaring through the air, and if you're lucky, you might even be able to witness the moment♪
Every winter, humpback whales return to Okinawa to breed. When it comes to whale watching in Okinawa, the Kerama Islands are famous, but you can also see many whales in the waters near our home base ♪ The dynamic performances of the whales are simply moving!
[The best part of whale watching is the breach]
Humpback whales are one of the largest mammals in the world, with a total length of 10 to 15 meters and a weight of 30 tons. Their pectoral fins are much longer than other whales, and you can see them slapping the surface of the ocean with their pectoral fins and diving gracefully with their large tail fins. It's guaranteed to be an impressive sight to see such a huge body soaring through the air, and if you're lucky, you might even be able to witness the moment♪
Product Info
What You Can Expect
Duration: 4 hour(s)
1 Day
- Please arrive by the start time of the experience. *About the required time The total time will vary depending on the whale search time on the day. We will aim to watch for at least one hour from the time the whale is spotted, whenever possible.
- [Meet at the shop] Morning tours will meet at 8:30, and afternoon tours will meet at the shop at 13:00. Once you have finished checking in at the shop, you will drive to Motobu Port, which is about a 5-minute drive away. You will be given a map to the port.
- [Cautions, explanation of whales] When all guests arrive at the port, we will give you an explanation of how to find whales and things to be careful of when boarding the boat, and then we will set sail.
- [Departure] As soon as we depart, we start searching for whales. The search can last anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour, but it all depends on the luck of the day. Let's join in and search for whales while watching the ocean!
- [Watching begins] Watching begins as soon as a whale is spotted. Whales normally take three to four blows before diving. The interval between surfacing varies from five to twenty minutes, depending on the whale spotted that day.
- [Action] While watching, pay attention to the actions they occasionally show. Of course, they are not trained, so sometimes they do not do anything, but sometimes they suddenly breach (jump) or tail slap (smacking the water surface with their tail fin). Don't miss it!
- [Disbandment] After arriving at the port, the tour will be disbanded. The scheduled return time is around 12:00 for the morning trip and around 16:30 for the afternoon trip, but if the search takes a long time, this may change significantly, so we would appreciate it if you could plan your schedule with plenty of time on the day.
![[Meet at the shop]
Morning tours will meet at 8:30, and afternoon tours will meet at the shop at 13:00. Once you have finished checking in at the shop, you will drive to Motobu Port, which is about a 5-minute drive away. You will be given a map to the port.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139616/20240221080458_hEF7n/png)
![[Meet at the shop]
Morning tours will meet at 8:30, and afternoon tours will meet at the shop at 13:00. Once you have finished checking in at the shop, you will drive to Motobu Port, which is about a 5-minute drive away. You will be given a map to the port.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139616/20240221080458_hEF7n/png)
![[Cautions, explanation of whales]
When all guests arrive at the port, we will give you an explanation of how to find whales and things to be careful of when boarding the boat, and then we will set sail.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139619/20240221080534_cUzzy/png)
![[Cautions, explanation of whales]
When all guests arrive at the port, we will give you an explanation of how to find whales and things to be careful of when boarding the boat, and then we will set sail.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139619/20240221080534_cUzzy/png)
![[Departure]
As soon as we depart, we start searching for whales. The search can last anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour, but it all depends on the luck of the day. Let's join in and search for whales while watching the ocean!](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_NhY3k/png)
![[Departure]
As soon as we depart, we start searching for whales. The search can last anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour, but it all depends on the luck of the day. Let's join in and search for whales while watching the ocean!](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_NhY3k/png)
![[Watching begins]
Watching begins as soon as a whale is spotted. Whales normally take three to four blows before diving. The interval between surfacing varies from five to twenty minutes, depending on the whale spotted that day.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_azc0m/png)
![[Watching begins]
Watching begins as soon as a whale is spotted. Whales normally take three to four blows before diving. The interval between surfacing varies from five to twenty minutes, depending on the whale spotted that day.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_azc0m/png)
![[Action]
While watching, pay attention to the actions they occasionally show. Of course, they are not trained, so sometimes they do not do anything, but sometimes they suddenly breach (jump) or tail slap (smacking the water surface with their tail fin). Don't miss it!](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_ncRif/png)
![[Action]
While watching, pay attention to the actions they occasionally show. Of course, they are not trained, so sometimes they do not do anything, but sometimes they suddenly breach (jump) or tail slap (smacking the water surface with their tail fin). Don't miss it!](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_ncRif/png)
![[Disbandment]
After arriving at the port, the tour will be disbanded. The scheduled return time is around 12:00 for the morning trip and around 16:30 for the afternoon trip, but if the search takes a long time, this may change significantly, so we would appreciate it if you could plan your schedule with plenty of time on the day.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_960/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_wm3gI/png)
![[Disbandment]
After arriving at the port, the tour will be disbanded. The scheduled return time is around 12:00 for the morning trip and around 16:30 for the afternoon trip, but if the search takes a long time, this may change significantly, so we would appreciate it if you could plan your schedule with plenty of time on the day.](https://image.kkday.com/v2/image/get/c_fit%2Ch_1080%2Cq_55%2Ct_webp%2Cw_1920/s1.kkday.com/product_139618/20240221080526_wm3gI/png)
Purchase Notice
[Notes on participating in the course]
・The encounter rate is 99%, but if you don't see anything, we will give you a full refund (no refunds in January and April). Or you can try again!
・Children of elementary school age or younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. ・Pregnant women and guests who have consumed alcohol are not permitted to board the ship.
[Regarding the cancellation of the event]
We will set sail if there is a little rain.
However, in the event of poor sea conditions, heavy rain, thunder, thick fog, etc., the safety of our customers takes top priority, so departure may be canceled.
In the event of a cancellation, we will contact you by mobile phone the day before or early in the morning on the day of the event.
・The encounter rate is 99%, but if you don't see anything, we will give you a full refund (no refunds in January and April). Or you can try again!
・Children of elementary school age or younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. ・Pregnant women and guests who have consumed alcohol are not permitted to board the ship.
[Regarding the cancellation of the event]
We will set sail if there is a little rain.
However, in the event of poor sea conditions, heavy rain, thunder, thick fog, etc., the safety of our customers takes top priority, so departure may be canceled.
In the event of a cancellation, we will contact you by mobile phone the day before or early in the morning on the day of the event.
Includes/Excludes
Reminders
[Clothing and belongings]
Cold weather gear, rain gear, motion sickness medicine, camera
Please wear non-slip shoes. High heels are dangerous.
[About rental items]
Raincoat (300-500 yen) *Payment on site
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: Island Crew Shop
Address: Okinawa Prefecture, Kunigami-gun, Motobu-cho, Sakimotobu 671-1, Hamano Station
How to Get There
For those coming by car
If you are coming from Naha or Onna Village, get off at Kyoda IC on the Okinawa Expressway and head north on Route 58. From Route 58, get onto Route 449 and head towards the aquarium.
For those coming by other means
We also offer a shuttle service for guests staying near Motobu, so please inquire when making your reservation.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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