Observação de baleias em Okinawa: Escolha entre três locais de partida - Naha/Chatan/Motobu

It was absolutely enchanting to see whales passing under the boat, spouting water, and even jumping right in front of us! We visited for our baby's first birthday and our older child's 11th birthday, and it felt very safe and enjoyable. Having a Korean staff member was a big plus, as we could get information on safety and anything else we needed. The boat was clean, and the large parking lot right in front made it easy to park our rental car! Boat condition: Very good! Guide: Very friendly and ensured a safe trip! Schedule: We participated in the afternoon tour and were happy to see many whales! The waves can be strong, so motion sickness medication is a must!

The pick up was on time and the driver was very friendly. we were brought to the pier for embarkation. Every staff was very polite and welcome us onboard. During the pre-sail safety talk, the guide spoke in Japanese 99% of the time, but there were cards written in a few languages provided to us hence there was no issue in understanding the safety instructions. Nonetheless we had no idea what the guide was explaining about subsequently. We were lucky to be able to sight a few whales that day albeit a bit far to see clearly. Luckily we were able to download the pictures taken by the staff. Overall a good trip to take if you are in Okinawa during this period.

This was our family's first trip to Okinawa, and we decided to book with News Company. Although the commentary was in Japanese, they provided us with a Chinese instruction manual. The pick-up and drop-off service was very convenient, and our captain was truly excellent, ensuring we all had a clear, close view of the whales. Since we had two elders over 80, we didn't go up to the bow deck. Even though we stayed in our seats, the staff thoughtfully opened the plastic door for us, allowing us to clearly see the sea and the whales. The only downside was that the journey there felt very long and made some of us feel nauseous, but the return trip was quick. I recommend not eating too much before going, and avoiding dairy products, as they can easily lead to motion sickness and nausea. Eating something sour might be more comfortable than taking motion sickness medication. Plum candy (kept on hand) is also a good option.

Overall, we had a very positive experience with this whale watching tour. The transfer was on time, the boat was well prepared with motion sickness remedies, and the crew was helpful throughout the trip. After about an hour of searching, we found two whales and were able to observe them for almost another hour. The whales were very active and even breached out of the water, which was truly unforgettable. The only downside was that the guide seemed to avoid interacting with our family. We had to ask for basic information, materials, and the photo download link ourselves, which felt a bit uncomfortable. Despite this, the tour itself was well organized and memorable, and we are glad we joined this experience.

I saw whales and heard their songs. Unfortunately, I could only see their sides, and they were quite far away. Although I took photos and videos, I never saw a whale jump out of the water. I was a bit disappointed. The staff also shared photos of the whales they took with a telephoto lens that day, which was very thoughtful. The boat was very rocky, and for safety, the staff did not allow passengers to stand, move around, or change seats freely. Otherwise, I might have been able to spot the whales more quickly, haha!

We saw whales, but they were quite far away, so I recommend bringing a telephoto lens 😅 Scenery on board: good Boat condition: average Safety: good Itinerary arrangement: It was a bit chaotic after check-in with many people, and it took some time before we could board the boat.

The weather was great, and we were incredibly lucky to encounter five whales. Everyone was excited and took photos. Overall, the service was excellent and very satisfying. If you visit Okinawa during whale season 🐳, I highly recommend this tour; it will be a truly unforgettable experience.

美ら海水族館を朝に行き、午後からこちらのツアーに参加しました。鯨のジャンプを目の前で見ることができ、大興奮でした！　ガイドの方が丁寧にクジラを探していただき、成功率が高いことも頷けました。ツアーの後には写真もいただけますので、カメラでの撮影に不安がある方も安心です！笑(画像はガイドさんに頂いたものです)　とても良い思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

살면서 야생 고래를 볼 일이 언제 있을까 싶어서 예약했습니다🐋✨❕ 한국인이 저 밖에 없었어서, 한국 사람들이 이 신비하고 설레는 경험을 더 많이 했으면 하는 바램에 후기를 작성합니다🥺.. 스탭들 친절합니다, 고래 보여주시려고 엄청 열심히 두리번 두리번 하십니다! 꽤 먼 바다까지 나갑니다! 시원하고 좋습니다🥺! 돈이 하나도 안 아까웠습니다, 꼭 경험해보세요❕

I was so lucky today, I saw it six times, I'm so happy.