Where to go · JAPAN WHALE WATCHING TOURS
The season here is short and the good boats fill first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
See humpback whales near Okinawa on a four-hour Kerama Islands boat trip with hotel pickup, guides, photos, and seasonal sighting protection.
“Went on the first day of whale watching season . Managed to get close up views of a group of 3 whales ! Wonderful and exciting tour ! Highly recommend !”
Review of Naha’s Kerama Island scuba and snorkeling trip, with three sea spots, whale watching, hotel pickup, costs, and practical tips.
“Amazing experience! On this day we went snorkelling in two different spots + one introductory dive! The staff picked us up at our hotel. They were skilled and friendly. They made also a bunch of photos, so we can remember this experience!”
Review of Naha whale watching with pickup, English support, digital guide, boat details, whale guarantee, value, and practical tips.
“A very crowded meet up point. On board all were made to use life jackets but not all crew was using them. One crew member even on flip-flop foot wear! Spoken information quite poor. Nothing more them what I read from a Zanami island brochure.”
Review of Okinawa whale watching from Naha, with Kerama Islands views, English guides, boat details, pricing, whale guarantees, and practical tips.
“We were able to see a mother and her calf and then later a male whale came which was impressive. My wife and I didn't get sea sick but several other people did. I would recommend taking sea sickness medication before the trip if you think you may be susceptible to sea sickness.”
Review of Okinawa’s Kerama Islands scuba and snorkeling tour from Naha, with clear water, turtles, whale season, safety notes, and value advice.
“Very kind and attentive staff. Had a wonderful experience as a first time diver. Takashi is an excellent instructor.”
Pair Okinawa’s Orca glass-bottom boat with teppanyaki at Sam’s Sailor Inn, with coral views, transport tips, meal choices, and honest advice.
“It was not a tour. With the boat it stayed within the port area and had to take turns for the glass bottom. There were speakers with annoying voiced in asian languages with no translation throughout and super loud. That being said, the restaurant was very good teppanyaki - nicely surprised. Good value for money but waste of 3 hrs-”
Review of Naha’s Kerama Islands scuba tour, with two to three sites, whale watching, equipment, transfers, and practical booking advice.
“Very well organised, professional and nice staff. Two fun dives in the morning and snorkelling after lunch. Lots of marine life (fish, snake, turtle and even a shark). Great day, we were lucky to see humpback whales on the way back to Naha. Outing highly recommended👍🏻”
Review of Okinawa’s Tokashiki Island and whale-watching tour, with beach time, lunch, snorkeling options, logistics, value, and safety tips.
“Tour should be cancelled because of the dangerous and windy weather. Disgraceful”
Review of Okinawa whale watching from Naha or Chatan, with pricing, boat conditions, whale sightings, timing, pickup, and booking advice.
“As my son said, “We saw a whale but at what cost?” 2/3rds of the boat was committing in a bag because the water was so choppy today. I’m not sure it was good to have gone ahead with the tour given the water conditions. So many people Read more”
Review of Zamami’s whale-watching tour, with close encounters, island views, practical costs, access, safety rules, and booking advice.
“Great tour, time to see the wales very close. Beautiful view of the surrounding islands. Staff was great.”
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