Okinawa Winter Limited Whale Watching: Shared Boat & Private Charter
- Okinawa Winter Limited Whale Watching: Set sail from December 19, 2026 to April 4, 2027 to search for wild humpback whales
- Shared or private charter options: 3-hour experience, 3 departures daily, maximum of 12 passengers
- Comfortable facilities and whale-watching guarantee: Heating, hot soup, and free photos provided, with a refund or free re-ride if no whales are seen during the specified period
What to expect
・Meeting Time: Group 1: Meet at 06:50 / Depart at 07:00 Group 2: Meet at 10:50 / Depart at 11:00 Group 3: Meet at 14:50 / Depart at 15:00 ・Meeting Point ｜ Naha Port Terminal (Triangle Building) ・Meeting Address ｜ 3-20 Nishi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture ・Transportation & Transfers ｜ Hotel transfer service is not provided for this activity. Please make your own way to the meeting point. ・Parking Information ｜ Parking at Port is 700 JPY. Cash only, and the fee is borne by the traveler. ・Notice on Late Arrival ｜ Please allow ample time for travel. If you fail to complete check-in by the specified time, you may not be able to board. Thank you for your understanding. ・Boarding Notices ｜ Please do not wear high heels, and do not bring suitcases, strollers, or other large wheeled items on board. Service Languages: English, Japanese Marine Activity Duration: Approximately 3 hours Total Duration: Approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes (from meeting to dismissal) ※ Itinerary times may be adjusted due to weather conditions, sea conditions, whale sightings, and the condition of all passengers, and the vessel may return to port early. If the activity time is shortened as a result, no refunds for price differences or fees will be provided. Please arrive at the passenger waiting room at the designated meeting time according to your booked plan, and follow the instructions of the on-site staff to complete check-in and boarding procedures. Meeting times vary by group, so please be sure to check your booking information and allow sufficient travel time to avoid missing your cruise. Bookings are not accepted for pregnant travelers or those planning to become pregnant. If you are denied boarding on the day of the trip by the captain for failing to meet the participation requirements, no refunds or compensation will be provided. Due to imperfect boarding facilities and a lack of barrier-free access at the port, travelers with reduced mobility should carefully evaluate their situation before booking. [Designated Period Whale Watching Guarantee] Applicable Period: February 1 to March 15, 2027. Applicable Plans: 3-hour joint tour and private charter. Early Return to Port: For private charters requested to return early by the traveler, even if no whales are seen.
Good to know
- About Whale Watching Humpback whales are wild animals, and there is no guarantee that you will definitely see whales or observe them up close.
- Meeting and Lateness Please be sure to check your order to confirm your departure time and arrive in advance at the Naha Miegusuku Port passenger waiting room (the triangular building). Shared boat tours require a minimum of 7 participants to form a group; if the minimum number is not met, there is a risk of the activity being canceled, and we will contact you in advance to process a refund or reschedule. Lateness will result in being unable to board the boat, with no refunds provided, so please allow ample commuting time.
- Participation Eligibility This tour only accepts bookings for guests aged 3 and above. Guests aged 3 and older are charged the adult price. Infants aged 0-2, pregnant women, and individuals who have consumed alcohol are strictly prohibited from participating. If the captain determines on the day of departure that your physical condition or age does not meet the requirements, they have the right to refuse boarding, and no refund or compensation will be provided in such cases. If you have mobility impairments, please evaluate the port boarding facilities yourself before the trip.
- Sea Conditions and Itinerary Changes The duration of the maritime tour may be temporarily extended or shortened due to wind, waves, or the location of the whales. If the sailing duration is simply shortened, no price difference will be refunded. Full refunds are only available if the entire trip is directly canceled due to severe weather; normal departures where whales are simply not found or routes are briefly adjusted mid-trip do not fall under the refundable scope.
- Onboard Luggage Regulations Please do not wear high heels; suitcases, strollers, and large wheeled items are not allowed on board.
- Transportation & Parking This product does not include hotel pick-up and drop-off; please make your own way to the meeting port. Parking at Miegusuku Port costs 700 yen and is cash-only; parking fees must be paid by the guests themselves. You can take the monorail to Asahibashi Station and then take a taxi to the port (about 12 minutes).
- Free Photos Description Staff will take candid snapshots during the activity. This is not a private exclusive photography service, and we cannot guarantee that every tourist will get individual solo shots. Photos will be sent via email after the tour ends; please fill in the correct email address and remember to check your spam folder as well.
- Recommended Personal Items to Bring The sea breeze is strong and temperatures are relatively low in winter, so please bring your own windproof and warm clothing; if you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended to bring your own motion sickness medication and take it in advance; hats, sunscreen, and personal drinking water are also recommended to be prepared by yourself. Life jackets and shared warm outerwear are available for free use on board, and drinking water and hot soup are provided.
- Onsite Service Language Japanese is primarily used onsite, and staff can provide basic English assistance. There is no Chinese-language service.
- Expense Boundaries The quote only includes the boat fare, basic onboard supplies, and insurance. Round-trip transportation to the port, personal meals, motion sickness medication, and personal cold-weather gear must be covered by the guests themselves.