• Zamami Island in Okinawa is surrounded by abundant coral reefs and tropical fish, making it an ideal breeding ground for humpback whales during winter.
• Whale watching in Okinawa is a winter-only activity. Large humpback whales can weigh up to 30 tons and reach lengths of about 15 meters. Don't miss the chance to encounter the world's largest mammals in winter and capture those unforgettable moments.
• Riding a high-speed speedboat, feeling the splashing waves, the vibrations felt on the hull, and the sensation of becoming one with a whale.

• You can observe wild humpback whales swimming up close on the boat and fully experience the charm of marine ecology.

  
  

• Hotels in Naha city offer free shuttle service for your convenience.

  
  

• Guests can scan a QR code on-site to download the whale watching guidebook (in Chinese/English/Korean/Japanese).

  
  
• Download free photos of the day's experience and past whale watching sessions.

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Meeting time: 08:30 / 13:00

Departure time: 09:00 / 13:30

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

Return trip information: Disband at the same meeting point.

Transportation: Travel on your own, or choose a designated free shuttle bus
stop.

- Itinerary Introduction -

Humpback whales arrive in the warm waters of Okinawa in late December and
early April to breed. Zamami Island in Okinawa is surrounded by rich coral
reefs and tropical fish, making it the best breeding ground for humpback
whales during winter. Whale watching in Okinawa is a winter-only activity.
Large humpback whales can weigh up to 30 tons and reach lengths of about 15
meters. Don't miss the chance to encounter the world's largest mammals and
capture that moving moment. Enjoy a high-speed boat ride, experiencing the
splashing waves, the vibrations of the boat, and the feeling of being one with
the whales. You can observe wild humpback whales swimming up close from the
boat and fully experience the charm of marine life. Free shuttle service is
available from hotels in Naha for convenient travel.

【 Free Shuttle Bus Meeting Point & Pick-up
Time
】※Please arrive at the designated point at least 5 minutes in advance. Look
for employees wearing blue uniforms with the word "NEWS" on them.

Connecting to Route A:

08:00/12:40 FamilyMart Saion Square Address: 2-1-1, Asari, Naha City, Okinawa
Prefecture

08:05/12:45 Tenpusu Naha (Calbee+ Okinawa Kokusai-dori Store) Address: 3-2-2
Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

08:10/12:50 Hotel Collective (HOTEL COLLECTIVE Jiaxin Hotel) Address: 2-5-7
Matsuo, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

08:25/13:05 Lawson Kariyushi LCH Izumizaki (In front of Lawson convenience
store LCH) Address: 1-11-8 Izumisaki, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

08:30/13:10 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Naha Address: 3-15 Higashi-cho, Naha
City, Okinawa Prefecture

Connecting to Route B:

08:00/12:40 APA Hotel Naha Matsuyama Address: 1-4-16 Matsuyama, Naha City,
Okinawa Prefecture

08:05/12:45 Prince Smart Inn Naha Address: 2-4-13 Matsuyama, Naha City,
Okinawa Prefecture

08:10/12:50 Hotel Aqua Citta Naha (Water City Naha Hotel) Address: 3-2-20
Maejima, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

08:20/13:00 Nest Hotel Naha Nishi Address: 1-20-19 Nishi, Naha City, Okinawa
Prefecture

08:25/13:05 LOISIR HOTEL NAHA (Loisir Hotel Naha, Okinawa) Address: 2-1 Nishi
3-chome, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

08:30/13:10 Hotel SANSUI (HOTEL SANSUI NAHA Ryukyu Onsen Namino no Yu)
Address: 2-25-1 Tsuji, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

[Probability of whale sightings]

Many travelers ask whether the success rate of whale watching differs between
morning and evening sessions, or whether rainy weather affects the chances of
whale watching.

As this trip focuses on wild whale watching, it's a completely nature-driven
experience. The timing and location of whale appearances depend entirely on
their activity patterns. Based on our team's years of experience, whales will
appear during our trip most of the time, almost daily. However, there are a
few days when we may miss them, possibly due to expanded whale ranges or
changes in their behavior. Missing a whale watch during the four-month whale
watching season is extremely rare, usually occurring only on a handful of
days. Please note that a full refund is only available for whale watching
between February 1, 2026 and March 19, 2026. No refunds will be issued for
dates outside of this period.

Items to bring for a whale watching tour

• Seasickness medication: Okinawa is often affected by the northeast monsoon in winter, resulting in rough seas. Even when traveling on cruise ships or large yachts, you will feel significant swaying. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that participants take seasickness medication before the activity to ensure a more comfortable journey. Seasickness medication will not be available for purchase on-site.

  
  

• Windproof and warm jacket: Strong winds and low temperatures are expected at sea. It is recommended to wear a windproof and warm jacket, along with a beanie. Please avoid wearing hats that are easily blown away by the wind to prevent inconvenience.

  
  

• Non-slip athletic shoes: The boat may be wet or bumpy, so please wear non-slip athletic shoes and avoid wearing unstable shoes such as high heels.

  
  

• Anti-slip camera strap: When using a camera or mobile phone to take pictures, it is recommended to use a camera strap or mobile phone strap to secure the device to your hand to prevent it from accidentally slipping into the sea and to ensure safety.

  
  

• Baby carriers: Due to the swaying caused by waves on the ship, parents traveling with infants aged 0-2 years must ensure that their children are securely fastened in a baby carrier before boarding to ensure safety.

  
  

- Itinerary -

[Morning Itinerary]

08:00-08:30 Fixed-point shuttle service

Meet at 8:30 AM inside Mie Castle Port, Naha.

9:00 Departure by boat

~Whale watching time can last up to 3 hours (we will return to port earlier if
we spot whales early)~

12:00 Return to port, disband (transfer back to hotel)

[Afternoon Itinerary]

12:40-13:10 Fixed-point shuttle service

Meet at 13:00 at the port of Mie Castle in Naha.

13:30 Departure by boat

~Whale watching time can last up to 3 hours (we will return to port earlier if
we spot whales early)~

16:30 Return to port, disband (transfer back to hotel)

[Whale Watching Experience Meeting Point]

Meeting point: Inside Mie Castle Port, Naha (Nishi 3-20, Naha City)

Recognize flags with the word "NEWS" on them.