All Reviews for Tours Departing from Naha

Due to strong winds before the typhoon, the boat was rocking quite a bit, but the weather was nice and pleasant. It was clear, but the water wasn't very clear. Also, it was disappointing that my 3-year-old son and other smaller children had to stand because there were no seats available, as the group of Chinese tourists boarded the boat first. I wonder why they let the group in before everyone else.

台風前で強風のため、船がとても揺れましたが、天気は良くて気持ち良かったです。晴れ渡っていたのですが、海中はそれほど澄み渡ってはいませんでした。また、中国人団体客が先に船に乗っているため、3歳の息子も、他のもっと小さな子どもたちもみんな座る席がなくて立たされたままだったのが残念。どうして団体客を先に入れてしまうのか疑問です。

I took a sightseeing submarine for the first time. I was unsure whether to rent a car or take a taxi to the port, but I decided to drive for convenience. The paid parking lot at the port was time-based, but I was able to park for about 400 yen.

I had imagined the sightseeing boat to be a glass-bottom boat, but it was much more stylish. On the way to the sightseeing spot, we passed Naha Airport, where we could enjoy watching planes take off and land up close. Additionally, it coincided perfectly with the arrival of a luxury cruise ship at Naha Port, which made me feel like I got double the experience. Although the underwater visibility was said to be somewhat poor, I had no trouble seeing anything. It was also mentioned that the boat would sway, but since we could breathe fresh air when not underwater, I didn't feel too worried about seasickness (the kids took motion sickness medicine, though). During the underwater sightseeing, it felt like being inside an aquarium, and I saw various fish swimming around. Being on a boat made it feel like we were swimming together with them.

I had requested a meal package, and the hotel buffet was fresh and delicious for my family, who were a bit tired of Okinawan cuisine. Moreover, we were able to use the hotel parking lot for free while dining.

Next time, I definitely want to ride when the visibility is good.

水中観光船に初めて乗りました。港までレンタカーにしようか、タクシーにしようか迷いましたが、便利さから車で行きました。港の有料駐車場は時間制でしたが、大体400円くらいで駐車できました。
観光船は、グラスボートをイメージしていましたが、もっとおしゃれな感じでした。観光場所まで行く途中にも那覇空港があり、間近で飛行機の離発着を楽しむことができます。また、当日は、豪華客船の那覇港入港とちょうど同じ時間帯となり、2倍得した気分になりました。水中視界はやや不良ということでしたが、問題なく見ることができました。また、船が揺れる予想とのことでしたが、水中観光時以外は外気を吸うことができるので、さほど船酔いを恐れることはなさそうです(子供は酔い止めを飲みましたが)。水中観光時には、まるで水族館の中にいるようで、いろいろな魚が見られました。そして船なので、一緒に泳いでいる感じになります。
食事つきのコースをお願いしていましたが、ホテルバイキングは沖縄料理にちょっと疲れ気味の家族には新鮮で、たいへんおいしくいただけました。また、食事をする際のホテルの駐車場は無料で利用させていただけました。
次回は、ぜひ視界良好の時に乗ってみたいです。

I went to see it on a sunny day, but the sea was still rough due to bad weather the day before. According to the operator, the visibility level was 3 (still visible).

Since we were viewing from the bottom of the boat, we didn't need an underwater camera, and I was able to capture some footage with a regular camera, which was great. I was satisfied with the lunch buffet at the Nest Hotel included with the ticket. Everything I tried was quite delicious. The meal coupon is a good deal.

However, I would like to consider not only the weather on the day of the visit but also the weather from the previous day for my next trip.

Also, I wish the glass windows at the bottom of the boat were cleaned a bit more. There were some green algae that obstructed the view.

晴天の日に見に行ったが、前日の悪天候により海が収まっていなかった。
業者さん曰く、視界レベル３（まだみえます）らしい。

船の底から見るので水中カメラは要らないし、普通のカメラで映像も少し収められたので良かった。
チケットで付いてるネストホテルのランチバイキングに満足。
割とどれを取っても美味しい。ミールクーポンはお得です。

ただ、当日の天候だけでなく前日の天候も考慮して今度は見に行きたい。

あと、船底の窓ガラスはもうちょっと掃除しておいてほしい。
緑っぽい藻で見えないところとかあったので。

We were blessed with good weather, and the visibility was high, allowing us to see a lot of fish, which made the kids very happy. My husband and I felt a bit seasick, but seeing the kids excitedly watching the fish was the best part. We chose the buffet for lunch, and every dish was delicious, with a wide variety of desserts that left us very satisfied. It was a great deal to add lunch for just an extra 500 yen.

天候に恵まれたのか、透明度も高くとてもたくさんの魚が見えて子供達も大喜びでした。
私と夫は若干船酔い気味でしたが、子供達が楽しそうに魚を見てははしゃいでいたのが何よりでした。
ランチはビュッフェを選びましたが、料理はどれも美味しく、デザートも種類が豊富でとても満足でした。
プラス500円でランチがつけられたので、とてもお得でした。

This was my first time participating alone. The detailed explanations made for an enjoyable time. The wind was a bit strong, and visibility wasn't great, but I was able to see a lot of fish. Next time, I plan to bring my family along. Thank you for your assistance.

初めてひとり参加致しました。
丁寧な説明で楽しい時間になりました。
風が少し強くて鮮明ではなかったですが
たくさんの魚を見ることが出来ました。
次回は家族も連れてこようと思います。
お世話になりました。

It looked quite beautiful despite the murkiness, and the crew members were nice.

It seems that an overseas group boarded before us... There were no seats available. In the seats with a good view and nice breeze, the previous guests were lounging comfortably.

濁りの割に綺麗に見えたし、船員さんの感じも良かったんですが

海外の団体さんが先に乗船されてたみたいで……
座るとこありませんでした
眺めがいい風通しの良い席では、先客の方々がふんぞり返ってました

Maybe I chose a bad day to go. The sea was murky and I couldn't see well. It was a bit disappointing, so let's check the weather and make a reservation.

行った日が悪かったのかな
海がにごって、良く見えませんでした。
ちょっと期待外れ、天候を確認して　予約しましょう。

I was told by a friend who loves Okinawa that when the sea is rough, the chances of encountering whales increase because they are active in the water. That was exactly the case; there were huge waves about 3 meters high, and we were able to see a mother and calf whale.

However, many people were vomiting. Those who are prone to seasickness might want to think twice about going.

海が荒れているときはクジラが海の中で運動しているから遭遇率は上がるって沖縄好きの友人に言われました。
まさにその通り、３ｍくらいの大波ですごい揺れでしたが母子クジラが見れました。

ただ人間は嘔吐多数でした。
船酔いの自身のない人は自重した方がいいかもしれません。

This was my first experience with whale watching. The day before, I received kind and detailed instructions about the meeting place over the phone, which made everything go smoothly.

Just to be safe, I took anti-nausea and motion sickness medication, and I was fully prepared for departure! The guide shared four methods to avoid getting seasick: 1) Look at distant, stationary objects like islands. 2) Don't yawn. 3) Talk a lot. 4) Sleep.

After practicing these tips, we arrived near the Kerama Islands in about an hour. Suddenly, the guide shouted loudly that a whale had been spotted, and there was applause and cheers. We chased after a solitary humpback whale, catching glimpses of its tail a few times, and even saw it jump at the end. However, it was a bit disappointing that everything was at a distance and lacked the thrill I had hoped for.

According to the guide, the weather was nice and the waves were calm today, yet nearly 20% of the participants still got seasick. I think those who are unsure should carefully consider whether to participate. I also got sunburned, and the marks from my watch were quite noticeable. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Despite that, I had a very enjoyable time. Thank you!

ホエールウォッチング初挑戦。前日に電話で親切、丁寧に集合場所を教えて頂いて、スムーズに行くことができました。
念のため、吐き気止め、酔い止めを服用し、準備万端、いざ出航！
ガイドさんから、酔わないための4つの方法がありました。①島などの遠くの動かないものを見る。②あくびをしない。③よくしゃべる。④寝る。
これらを実践しながら1時間ほどで慶良間諸島付近に到着。
しばらくすると突然ガイドさんが、大きな声でクジラ発見‼︎と吠え、拍手喝采。単独のザトウクジラを追いかけて、数回、尾を見て、最後にジャンプまで。しかしながら、どれも距離が遠く、迫力に欠けたのが残念でした。
ガイドさんいわく、今日は天気も良く、波も穏やか、と言いつつも、2割近くの方が酔っていました。自信のない方は、よく考えて参加を決めた方が良いと思います。日焼けもし、時計の痕がくっきり。日焼け止めも忘れずに！
それでも、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。

I was able to see the whales clearly. I was satisfied to see their tails multiple times. However, the boat sways quite a bit, so I think it's important not to let your guard down just because you are used to motion sickness from regular cruises or sightseeing boats. If you participate, you should definitely take measures against seasickness. Especially on the return route after whale watching, you should not let your guard down.

By the way, it seems that there is no drink service on this tour, so I think it's better to bring your own drinks.

クジラはしっかりと見れました。何度も尻尾を見ることができ、満足できます。ただ、船は非常に揺れますので、「通常のクルーズや遊覧船で船酔いには慣れている」と思って油断するのは禁物だと思います。参加するならしっかりと船酔い対策はするべきです。特にクジラを鑑賞した帰りの航路で油断してはいけません。
ちなみに、このツアーには飲み物のサービスなるものはないようですので、飲み物を持参したほうがいいかと思います。

I was a bit anxious because I easily get car sick, but I took motion sickness medication and was careful with breakfast, so I was able to enjoy the trip without feeling sick.
There were three whales: a mother and her two calves, and the baby whale was practicing jumping while the male whale performed dynamic jumps repeatedly, which was incredibly exciting! They were so close that I forgot to take out my camera.
I joined the tour at my request, and when I got home, my husband said, "I will never forget today," which made me very happy. I'm glad I participated.

車酔いしやすいので少し不安でしたが、酔い止めの薬を飲み朝ご飯も気をつけたので酔うことなく楽しめました。
母子と雄クジラの3頭がおり、赤ちゃんクジラが一生懸命ジャンプの練習、雄がダイナミックなジャンプを何度もしてその迫力に大興奮！　あまりにも近くてカメラを構えるのを忘れてしまいました。
私の希望で参加したツアーでしたが、帰ってから旦那に「今日のことは一生忘れないだろう」と言われとても嬉しくなりました。参加してよかったです。

Unfortunately, the weather was poor and the seawater was murky, but I was glad to see the coral and colorful fish. There were windows on the side of the boat, allowing for a good view far away.

あいにくの天候で海水に濁りがあったがサンゴやカラフルな魚たちがなんとか見れたので良かった。船の下ではなく横に窓が有るので遠くまで見れた。

I participated with my son. In the morning, at the meeting place, I was informed that our online reservation had been canceled, which was very unpleasant. Since it was said that we would be taking a boat that is strong against swaying, I let my son board without giving him motion sickness medication, and he ended up feeling quite seasick. However, he seemed very excited to encounter a whale. The staff were very refreshing and left a good impression, but my son experienced more seasickness on the way back. I would have appreciated it if there had been a note suggesting that those who are anxious should take medication, or if medication could be sold for a fee.

私は息子と参加させていただきました。
朝、集合場所にてインターネットでの申し込みがキャンセル扱いとのことで
非常に不愉快な思いもしました。
揺れに強い船で行くと言うことだったので息子に酔い止めの薬を
飲ませずに乗船させたところかなりの船酔いになり気分がすぐれなかったようです。
クジラに関しては遭遇できて大興奮していたようです。
スタッフの方はとてもさわやかで好印象でしたが
息子は帰路にてまた船酔い。
できれば注意書きなどで不安な方は薬の服用を進めるなり
有料でもいいので薬の販売をしていただければ嬉しかったなと思いました。

I am a tourist from Taiwan.
Due to the typhoon on October 19 last year, my plan to ride the underwater sightseeing boat Orca was postponed to January 5 this year.
The weather was nice that day, and I felt great.
The staff threw food into the sea, and the fish gathered instantly.
The passengers were very excited and saw many fish through the glass.
I was really happy.
If I have another chance, I would like to ride it again.

私は台湾の観光客です。
去年の10月19号台風のせいで水中観光船オルカ号に乗る予定は今年1月5日に延ばしました。
あの日天気がいい気分もいい。
スタッフは海中に餌をかけて魚が瞬間集まってしまいした。
乗客は大興奮してガラス越しにたくさん魚を見ました。
本当に嬉しかったです。
またチャンスがあれば もう一度乗りたいです。

We participated as a couple with our 0-year-old child.

1. I thought it would be completely fine if we prepared a baby carrier.

2. For an hour and a half after starting, we couldn't see any whales. The boat was rocking a lot, and I started to feel a bit nauseous. I regretted not taking motion sickness medication. I recommend taking motion sickness medication.

3. It was a long travel time of an hour and a half to see the whales, and then just over an hour on the way back. I couldn't sleep much and got quite tired.

As a result, I was satisfied because we were able to see a large whale right in front of us.

0歳児の子供と夫婦で参加しました。

１、赤ちゃんは抱っこひもを用意しておけば、まったく問題ないと思いました。

２、スタートしてから1時間半クジラが見えず。また揺れが大きかったので気持ち悪く
　　なりかけました。酔い止めを飲まかったことをちょっと後悔。酔い止めの服用を推奨

３、1時間半の行きとクジラを見た後の帰りの1時間ちょっと。移動時間が長くあまり寝る
　　こともできず、かなり疲れました。

結果として、大きなクジラが目の前で見られたので満足です。

We all got excited searching for where the whales would appear, and it was thrilling! The tour guides also helped to create a lively atmosphere, and their stories were interesting.

どこからくじらが姿を現すのか皆さんで探して盛り上がりましたし、どきどきでした！添乗員の方たちも盛り上げてくださり、お話も面白かったです。

I used this for a family trip.
It had been over a week since the typhoon, so I checked with local friends about the condition of the sea, and I thought it seemed okay, but the visibility was about half of the usual level.
At the best viewing point, there was a noticeable difference in the fish and underwater scenery depending on whether you were sitting on the left or right.
I felt that it changed quite a bit with the light conditions.
The boat didn't sway much.
I thought it was a good deal to have a meal included for an extra 500 yen.

家族旅行で利用しました。
台風から１週間以上経っていたので現地の友人にも海の状態を確認し
大丈夫そうかな？と思いましたが透明度はレベルの半分ぐらいでした。
一番見えるポイントでは、左右座った席で見える魚や海の中に差がありました。
光の加減でかなり変わるなあと感じました。
船はそれほど揺れませんでした。
500円プラスでお食事つきはお得だと思いました。

The weather was nice, but the sea was rough, like a roller coaster. There were small children on board, but they all got seasick. Since we boarded the boat after breakfast, motion sickness medication is a must. We were able to see the whales properly, but we returned to land early.

天気は良かったのですが、海が荒れててジェットコースターのようでした。小さな子供もいましたが船酔いで全滅でした。朝食後船に乗るので酔い止めは必須です。ホエールはちゃんと見ることができましたが早々に陸に切り上げとなりました。

I participated in the afternoon tour. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great, and there was an explanation that visibility was somewhat limited. There were several groups of foreign tourists, totaling 160 people on the same boat, so everyone was desperately trying to secure their seats. Those who couldn't find a seat were standing around the boat, which made it difficult to see the scenery. It felt like there were too many people on board...

While we were watching, the boat didn't sway much, and they helped us find good viewing points, so we were able to see quite a bit. However, I was disappointed that we had less time to see things than I had expected.

午後の時間帯のツアーに参加しました。
あいにくお天気で、多少見えるとのことの説明があがありました。
いくつかの外国人の団体と一緒で総勢160名が同じ船に乗っているため各々自分の席を確保するのも必死、座れなかった人たちが船の周りを取り囲むように立っていたため景色もあまり見れませんでした。少し乗船人数が多すぎるのでは…

ウォッチングしている間はあまり船も揺れず見れるポイントを探していただいたので割と見ることができました。ただ思っていたよりも見る時間が少なかったのが残念でした。

Perhaps due to the weather, it was really quite disappointing... I think you should participate knowing that it can be affected by the weather. It was unfortunate.

天候のためか、ものすごく微妙でした。。。天候に左右されることを承知の上で参加するべきだと思います。ざんねんでした。

I was able to complete everything from the reservation to payment on my computer, so it was hassle-free to participate. The underwater viewing was soothing with many fish, and the lunch (buffet) was excellent. I think the plan with the lunch voucher is a great idea. The price was also affordable, and the kids were happy, so I definitely want to participate again. Thank you for the magnet gift as well.

予約から決済までパソコンで行えたので、手間無く参加できた。
水中観覧もたくさんの魚に癒されて、ランチ（バイキング）も最高でした。ランチ券付きプランはとても良い案だと思います。
値段も安くて、子どもたちも喜んでたのでぜひまた参加したいです。
マグネットのプレゼントもありがとうございました。

The weather was cloudy, and the water was somewhat murky, so it wasn't as beautiful as I had hoped. I was expecting the beautiful sea of Okinawa, so it was disappointing. The viewing time was only about 15 minutes, with most of it being travel time on the boat. You could probably see this kind of sea elsewhere, not just in Okinawa.

天候は曇り、海中も多少濁りがあり期待してたほど綺麗ではなかった。沖縄の綺麗な海を期待していたので残念。鑑賞時間も15分程度でほとんどが船の移動時間。この程度の海なら沖縄以外でも見られそう。

I was glad to encounter five whales and see them up close until the end. The dive's tail fin was beautiful. The rain forecast was wrong, and the afternoon downpour waited for us, making it the best whale watching experience. As expected, the skills were top-notch, and thanks to that, I was able to create the best memories.

５匹のクジラに出合えて、最後までまじかで見れてよかった。ダイブの尾びれもビューテフル
雨の予報も外れて、午後のスコールも待ってくれて、最高のホイールウオッチングでした。さすが自負するだけの腕は最高、お陰様で最高の思い出作れました。

We were blessed with great weather and calm waves, making it the perfect conditions to encounter whales multiple times. We were able to see performances like spouting and tail slapping, and the breach where the whale jumps with its body out of the water was particularly impressive. I think we were lucky to witness something that is not often seen. Unfortunately, I couldn't take good photos, so I would like to find another opportunity to go again.

お天気にも恵まれ、波も穏やかで絶好のコンディションの中、何度もクジラに出会うことができました。潮吹きやテイルスラップなどのパフォーマンスも見られ、なかでも上体を水面に出してジャンプするブリーチは大迫力でした。なかなか見られないものとのことで、ラッキーだったと思います。残念ながらうまく写真を撮ることができなかったので、また機会を見つけて行きたいです。

I couldn't find them for the first hour and was about to give up when, surprisingly, two appeared. Moreover, they were a couple on a date! Luckily, the whales even jumped sideways like a bridge, and I could clearly see their white bellies. There were three other boats, but this one was the best! That's because we were allowed to sit at the front deck, which was incredibly thrilling!

However, be careful with the payment! Most people paid in cash on-site, but if you book here, you pay by credit card, so it's best to double-check on-site. The receptionist told me that the reservation for Alan1 was also cash payment on-site, so I paid in cash. Later, when I showed the confirmation of the credit card payment on my phone, the cash I paid was refunded. Be cautious of double payments!

最初の1時間あまり見つけなかったので、諦めたところ、なんと２頭も現れました。しかもカップルでデート中だそうです。ラッキーなことに、鯨が橋のように横ジャンプもしてくれて、白いお腹もはっきりと見えました。他３艘の船も有ったが、この船が一番よかったです！なぜなら、先頭の甲板に座らせてもらえますので、迫力がすごすぎます！
ただ、支払いは気をつけた方がいいです！他の方はほとんど現地で現金払いだったのですが、ここで予約するとクレジットで払うので、現地で再確認した方がいいです。受付の人にはAlan1の予約も現地現金払いと言われて、そのまま現金で払いましたが、後で携帯でクレジットカードの支払い確認を見せたら、払った現金が戻ってきました。二重払いには要注意です。

It was closer than I imagined, and I was really excited for the first time in a while! The staff were kind and created a fun atmosphere, making it a wonderful memory! I highly recommend it! ☆

想像以上に近くて、久々にテンションあがりました！！
スタッフの方々も親切で楽しい雰囲気をつくってくださり、とても良い思い出になりました！
オススメです☆

I was unable to match the originally scheduled time, but after contacting West Marine, they accommodated my request for a time change (boarding time and lunch time, etc.), which made for an enjoyable cruise. Thank you very much.
The sea conditions were not ideal. There was some murkiness and a bit of wave action, but it was still sufficient for viewing.
However, since there were many passengers, it was divided into two sessions, which may have shortened the viewing time a bit.

当初予約予定の時間に合わせることができず、ウエストマリンへ連絡調整したら、こちらの希望通りの時間変更（乗船時間、およびランチ利用時間等）に応じて貰え、楽しいクルーズになりました。　　有難う御座いました。
海況は今一でした。濁りが多少あり、波っけもありでしたが、十分鑑賞はできました。
ただ、乗船人員が多く2部制となり、鑑賞時間が多少短くなったのかどうか。

The day I participated, the morning course was canceled due to high waves. I joined the afternoon course, and I was able to see something, but I got really seasick and it was quite painful.

For those participating, don't forget to take measures against seasickness! And make sure to get plenty of sleep!

私が参加した日は午前中のコースが中止になるくらい波が高かったようです。
私は午後のコースに参加しましたが、何とか見ることができました。ですが、すごく船酔いをしてしまい苦しい思いをしてしまいました。

参加される方は船酔い対策を忘れずに！そして充分な睡眠を忘れなく！

Due to the climate, the water was murky and didn't look very beautiful. I wished I could have been taken to a place with clearer coral and a variety of fish. It was advertised as a 50-minute experience, so I thought we would be able to enjoy at least 40 minutes underwater, but we only got to see things for about 15 minutes, and the rest was just moving around, which was disappointing. However, I think it's great for those who can't snorkel or dive to experience the underwater world. (*'∀'*)

気候の影響もあって、にごっていてあまり綺麗に見えませんでした。
もっとサンゴが綺麗で、いろんな種類の魚がいる場所に連れて行って欲しかったです。
50分と書いていたので少なくとも40分くらいは水中を楽しめるかと思っていましたが、見れたのは15分程で、後は移動だけだったのが残念です。
けど、シュノーケルやダイビングができない方には水中を味わえて良いと思います(*'∀'*)

On January 2nd, we set off on our first family trip to Okinawa. We participated in a whale watching tour. The ride to the hotel was filled with excitement as we headed to the local port. However, I was honestly skeptical about whether we would actually see any whales. But... we did see them!! And a mother and calf too!! They were spouting water and jumping... it was amazing. I heard that February and March are particularly good months for whale watching, so I definitely recommend that anyone traveling to Okinawa should participate. Just a heads up, the boat does rock quite a bit, so it might be a good idea to take some motion sickness medication (laughs).

1月2日　初めての沖縄旅行に家族で出発しました。
ホエールウオッチングツアーに参加しました。
宿泊するホテルまでのお迎え⇒現地港までワクワクな気持ちでした。
でも、クジラなんて本当に見えるのか本当は半信半疑でした。
しかし・・・見えました！！それも親子！！　
潮を吹き、ジャンプし・・・すごかったです。
2月3月は、特に見ごろだと聞きましたので、是非沖縄旅行をされる方は
参加されるといいと思います。
ただ、船はかなり揺れますので、酔い止め薬は飲んでいた方がよいかも（笑）