Naha Whale Watching Tour with Veteran Captain (Hotel Pick-up / Dec–Apr)
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Highlights
See whales over 10 meters long up close and experience the power of nature.
A refund guarantee period is available for peace of mind.
Operated by Okinawa’s largest optional tour company with 17 years of experience, guided by a veteran captain.
Chatan departure is available here.
We also offer plans that include admission to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium◎
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Overview
Okinawa Main Island
Available Daily
Pick-up available
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10045
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What to expect
17 years of experience and over 20,000 guests a year. Join a seasonal Naha whale watching tour on a high-speed cruiser with a veteran captain. Refund guarantee included, ideal for arrival or departure days.
Packages
Packages
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Standard Plan
USD 39.09
Total:
Price per Adult :
Availability Calendar
Churaumi Aquarium Admission Ticket Plan
From USD 51.76
Total:
Price per Adult :
Availability Calendar
Standard Plan
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 39.09
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 39.09
Price per Adult :
Child (Age 3-11)
USD 32.35
Infant (Age 0-2)
free
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
Available Daily
With pick-up
Inclusions: Life jacket / Cruise fee / Insurance / Whale watching fee
Schedule
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Start time :
07:45-08:30
Naha City pick-up *Reservations accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day before.
＜Kokusai Street Route＞
• 7:45 T Galleria (Aoyama side)
• 7:55 FamilyMart (Saion Sq.)
• 8:00 Tenbusu (Lawson)
• 8:05 Hotel Collective (Kokusai St.)
• 8:10 Kengikaimae
• 8:20 Torifito Naha Asahibashi
• 8:25 Pacific Hotel (P lot)
*Sun AM: Tenbusu/Collective use diff stop
＜Route 58 Route＞
• 7:55 DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Asahibashi
• 8:00 Nahana Hotel
• 8:05 Prince Smart Inn Naha
• 8:10 Hotel Aqua Citta Naha
• 8:20 Hotel Peace Island Naha
08:30
Meet at the waiting area inside Naha Miegusuku Port (local meeting).
09:00
Set sail for whale watching! (約3時間)
Whales are wild, so spotting them up close is extra thrilling—enjoy dynamic whale watching.
If found, viewing lasts about 1 hour, but may end early due to sea conditions and whale activity. Sightings are not guaranteed.
◆Vessel Information
Vessel:Cerulean Dream
Capacity: 70 passengers
Facilities: 2 restrooms
Details may change depending on the day’s conditions.
Lucky sightings of wild whale behaviors!
◆Blow (Spout)
“Blow” (spout) is the spray you see when a whale surfaces to breathe. The powerful sound and several-meter-high mist make it an impressive sight, and a key sign for spotting whales.
◆Fluke (Tail)
A “fluke” is when a whale lifts its large tail as it dives deep after blowing. Each tail has unique markings, which can be used to identify individual whales.
◆Breach
One of the most dynamic whale behaviors—leaping into the air and splashing back into the sea, sometimes on its back, belly, or side.
12:00
Arrive back at Naha Miegusuku Port.
Drop-off in Naha City or tour ends at Naha Miegusuku Port.
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Start time :
Pick-up time & location
07:45-08:25
Naha City - TBA
Check-in time & location
08:30
Naha Miegusuku Port Meeting Area
Itinerary
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Please note that if you book after 3:00 p.m. on the day before, shuttle service will not be available and you will need to make your own way to the meeting point. Shuttle seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so they may be full even if you book before 3:00 p.m. If you are using a rental car, we recommend going directly to the port.
Location, direction and description
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If you are arriving by rental car, please search for “Naha Beachside Hotel” on your car navigation system. Once you reach Naha Beachside Hotel, continue straight along the road to the entrance of Miegusuku Port. Enter through the parking gate and proceed to the white, triangular-roof waiting area at the far right.
*Parking fee: JPY 500 per vehicle.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- A minimum of 10 participants is required. The tour will be canceled if the minimum number is not met, and this decision may be made as late as the day before.
- For safety reasons, pregnant guests are not permitted to participate, as engine vibrations may have adverse effects.
- During the winter whale season, Okinawa’s seas tend to be rougher than in summer. Depending on sea conditions, infants and elderly guests may be unable to board.
- Due to vessel facilities and safety requirements, wheelchair users cannot participate.
Other requirements
- Please review the travel terms and conditions before booking. セルリアンブルー／旅行条件書.pdf
- On Sundays, Kokusai-dori Street becomes a pedestrian-only zone, so pick-up/drop-off along the Kokusai-dori route may be arranged at an alternative location.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking medication beforehand.
Additional notes
- Please note that if you book after 3:00 p.m. on the day before, shuttle service will not be available and you will need to make your own way to the meeting point. Even if you book before 3:00 p.m., shuttle seats may be full. If you have your own transportation (e.g., a rental car), we recommend going directly to the port.
- The schedule may vary depending on whale sightings.
If whales are found, whale watching is expected to last about 1 hour, but we may return to port early depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all guests. - For safety reasons, all guests are required to wear a life jacket.
- The tour may be canceled or the schedule may change due to weather conditions.
- The best time for whale encounters is February to March, when whale numbers are at their peak. In January and April, fewer whales are present, so it may take longer to find them.
- 【Travel Conditions】
Departure location: Chatan
Tour duration: Day trip
Transportation: Bus or shuttle vehicle
Meals: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 0 / Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum participants: 15
Tour conductor: None
【Tour Planning & Operation】
Cerulean Blue Co., Ltd.
6-A Akebono Okisho Building, 2-24-13 Akebono, Naha, Okinawa
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-274 (Okinawa Prefecture)
Full member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association - 【Authorized Sales Agent】
VELTRA Corporation
Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception: 4F),
2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555 (Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
Churaumi Aquarium Admission Ticket Plan
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 16 & over)
From USD 51.76
Total:
Adult (Age 16 & over)
From USD 51.76
Price per Adult :
Includes whale watching + Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium admission. After seeing humpback whales, visit the aquarium to meet whale sharks. Recommended for rental car users, as travel to the aquarium is on your own.
＜Aquarium ticket＞
・Provided at check-in; valid any time during your stay
・Travel to the aquarium on your own
・Not available in advance
Intermediate school (Age 13-15)
From USD 41.86
Elementary school (Age 6-12)
From USD 35.12
Child (Age 3-5)
From USD 32.35
Infant (Age 0-2)
free
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
Available Daily
With pick-up
Inclusions: Life jacket / Cruise fee / Insurance / Churaumi Aquarium admission ticket / Whale watching fee
Schedule
View All
Start time :
07:45-08:30
Naha City pick-up *Reservations accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day before.
＜Kokusai Street Route＞
• 7:45 T Galleria (Aoyama side)
• 7:55 FamilyMart (Saion Sq.)
• 8:00 Tenbusu (Lawson)
• 8:05 Hotel Collective (Kokusai St.)
• 8:10 Kengikaimae
• 8:20 Torifito Naha Asahibashi
• 8:25 Pacific Hotel (P lot)
*Sun AM: Tenbusu/Collective use diff stop
＜Route 58 Route＞
• 7:55 DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Asahibashi
• 8:00 Nahana Hotel
• 8:05 Prince Smart Inn Naha
• 8:10 Hotel Aqua Citta Naha
• 8:20 Hotel Peace Island Naha
08:30
Meet at the waiting area inside Naha Miegusuku Port (local meeting).
09:00
Set sail for whale watching! (約3時間)
Whales are wild, so spotting them up close is extra thrilling—enjoy dynamic whale watching.
If found, viewing lasts about 1 hour, but may end early due to sea conditions and whale activity. Sightings are not guaranteed.
◆Vessel Information
Vessel:Cerulean Dream
Capacity: 70 passengers
Facilities: 2 restrooms
Details may change depending on the day’s conditions.
Lucky sightings of wild whale behaviors!
◆Blow (Spout)
“Blow” (spout) is the spray you see when a whale surfaces to breathe. The powerful sound and several-meter-high mist make it an impressive sight, and a key sign for spotting whales.
◆Fluke (Tail)
A “fluke” is when a whale lifts its large tail as it dives deep after blowing. Each tail has unique markings, which can be used to identify individual whales.
◆Breach
One of the most dynamic whale behaviors—leaping into the air and splashing back into the sea, sometimes on its back, belly, or side.
Enjoy even more of Okinawa’s ocean at Churaumi Aquarium!
Includes admission to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium! After whale watching, enjoy Okinawa’s marine life at the aquarium.
Tickets are given at check-in. Please travel to the aquarium on your own. Entry is valid any time during your stay after the tour.
Local drop-off or shuttle service (drop-off).
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Start time :
Pick-up time & location
07:45-08:25
Naha City - TBA
Check-in time & location
08:30
Naha Miegusuku Port Meeting Area
Itinerary
-
Please note that shuttle service is unavailable for bookings made after 3:00 p.m. the day before, and you will need to make your own way to the port. Shuttle seats are first-come, first-served and may be full even if you book before 3:00 p.m. If you are using a rental car, we recommend going directly to the port.
Location, direction and description
-
If arriving by rental car, please search “Naha Beachside Hotel” on your GPS. After you reach the hotel, continue straight to the entrance of Miegusuku Port. Enter the parking gate and head to the white triangular-roof waiting area at the far right.
Parking fee: JPY 500 per vehicle.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- A minimum of 10 participants is required. The tour will be canceled if the minimum number is not met, and this decision may be made as late as the day before.
- For safety reasons, pregnant guests are not permitted to participate, as engine vibrations may have adverse effects.
- During the winter whale season, Okinawa’s seas tend to be rougher than in summer. Depending on sea conditions, infants and elderly guests may be unable to board.
- Due to vessel facilities and safety requirements, wheelchair users cannot participate.
- High school students are charged the adult rate (ages 16+).
- The Churaumi Aquarium admission ticket will be provided at check-in for the whale watching tour (advance distribution is not available).
※ Admission is free for children under 6, so tickets for them are not included. - Transportation to Churaumi Aquarium is on your own. After joining the whale watching tour, you may visit the aquarium at any time during your stay.
Other requirements
- Please review the travel terms and conditions before booking. セルリアンブルー／旅行条件書.pdf
- On Sundays, Kokusai-dori Street becomes a pedestrian-only zone, so pick-up/drop-off along the Kokusai-dori route may be arranged at an alternative location.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking medication beforehand.
Additional notes
- Please note that if you book after 3:00 p.m. on the day before, shuttle service will not be available and you will need to make your own way to the meeting point. Even if you book before 3:00 p.m., shuttle seats may be full. If you have your own transportation (e.g., a rental car), we recommend going directly to the port.
- The schedule may vary depending on whale sightings.
If whales are found, whale watching is expected to last about 1 hour, but we may return to port early depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all guests. - For safety reasons, all guests are required to wear a life jacket.
- The tour may be canceled or the schedule may change due to weather conditions.
- The best time for whale encounters is February to March, when whale numbers are at their peak. In January and April, fewer whales are present, so it may take longer to find them.
- 【Travel Conditions】
Departure location: Chatan
Tour duration: Day trip
Transportation: Bus or shuttle vehicle
Meals: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 0 / Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum participants: 15
Tour conductor: None
【Tour Planning & Operation】
Cerulean Blue Co., Ltd.
6-A Akebono Okisho Building, 2-24-13 Akebono, Naha, Okinawa
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-274 (Okinawa Prefecture)
Full member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association - 【Authorized Sales Agent】
VELTRA Corporation
Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception: 4F),
2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555 (Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents - As whales are wild animals, there may be cases where they cannot be seen. In the event that whales cannot be found during the period from Feb 1, 2026 to Mar 15, 2026, we will provide the following options:
【1】A refund after deducting the Churaumi Aquarium ticket fee (Adult ¥1,960 / Elementary & Junior High School Students ¥630) (Not applicable during Mar 16, 2026 to Apr 5, 2026) - 【2】Reboarding the “Whale Watching” tour (Not applicable during Mar 16, 2026 to Apr 5, 2026) *Reservations for reboarding can be made until Apr 5, 2026.
Please note that these options cannot be provided if any of the following apply:
● A blow (spout) was confirmed in the distance
● Multiple guests were able to spot a whale
If you are unable to use either option 【1】 or 【2】 due to your schedule, both options will be forfeited.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 11 business days to 17:00 local time, 8 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 8 business days to 17:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 2 business days to 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- 予約内容変更時もキャンセルポリシーと同様の条件が適用されます
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 11 business days to 17:00 local time, 8 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 8 business days to 17:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 2 business days to 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- 予約内容変更時もキャンセルポリシーと同様の条件が適用されます
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Restrictions
- A minimum of 10 participants is required. The tour will be canceled if the minimum number is not met, and this decision may be made as late as the day before.
- For safety reasons, pregnant guests are not permitted to participate, as engine vibrations may have adverse effects.
- During the winter whale season, Okinawa’s seas tend to be rougher than in summer. Depending on sea conditions, infants and elderly guests may be unable to board.
- Due to vessel facilities and safety requirements, wheelchair users cannot participate.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking medication beforehand.
Other requirements
- Please review the travel terms and conditions before booking. セルリアンブルー／旅行条件書.pdf
- On Sundays, Kokusai-dori Street becomes a pedestrian-only zone, so pick-up/drop-off along the Kokusai-dori route may be arranged at an alternative location.
Additional notes
- Please note that if you book after 3:00 p.m. on the day before, shuttle service will not be available and you will need to make your own way to the meeting point. Even if you book before 3:00 p.m., shuttle seats may be full. If you have your own transportation (e.g., a rental car), we recommend going directly to the port.
- The schedule may vary depending on whale sightings.
If whales are found, whale watching is expected to last about 1 hour, but we may return to port early depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all guests. - For safety reasons, all guests are required to wear a life jacket.
- The tour may be canceled or the schedule may change due to weather conditions.
- The best time for whale encounters is February to March, when whale numbers are at their peak. In January and April, fewer whales are present, so it may take longer to find them.
- 【Travel Conditions】
Departure location: Chatan
Tour duration: Day trip
Transportation: Bus or shuttle vehicle
Meals: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 0 / Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum participants: 15
Tour conductor: None
【Tour Planning & Operation】
Cerulean Blue Co., Ltd.
6-A Akebono Okisho Building, 2-24-13 Akebono, Naha, Okinawa
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-274 (Okinawa Prefecture)
Full member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association - 【Authorized Sales Agent】
VELTRA Corporation
Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception: 4F),
2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555 (Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
Restrictions
- A minimum of 10 participants is required. The tour will be canceled if the minimum number is not met, and this decision may be made as late as the day before.
- For safety reasons, pregnant guests are not permitted to participate, as engine vibrations may have adverse effects.
- During the winter whale season, Okinawa’s seas tend to be rougher than in summer. Depending on sea conditions, infants and elderly guests may be unable to board.
- Due to vessel facilities and safety requirements, wheelchair users cannot participate.
- High school students are charged the adult rate (ages 16+).
- The Churaumi Aquarium admission ticket will be provided at check-in for the whale watching tour (advance distribution is not available).
※ Admission is free for children under 6, so tickets for them are not included. - Transportation to Churaumi Aquarium is on your own. After joining the whale watching tour, you may visit the aquarium at any time during your stay.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking medication beforehand.
Other requirements
- Please review the travel terms and conditions before booking. セルリアンブルー／旅行条件書.pdf
- On Sundays, Kokusai-dori Street becomes a pedestrian-only zone, so pick-up/drop-off along the Kokusai-dori route may be arranged at an alternative location.
Additional notes
- Please note that if you book after 3:00 p.m. on the day before, shuttle service will not be available and you will need to make your own way to the meeting point. Even if you book before 3:00 p.m., shuttle seats may be full. If you have your own transportation (e.g., a rental car), we recommend going directly to the port.
- The schedule may vary depending on whale sightings.
If whales are found, whale watching is expected to last about 1 hour, but we may return to port early depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all guests. - For safety reasons, all guests are required to wear a life jacket.
- The tour may be canceled or the schedule may change due to weather conditions.
- The best time for whale encounters is February to March, when whale numbers are at their peak. In January and April, fewer whales are present, so it may take longer to find them.
- 【Travel Conditions】
Departure location: Chatan
Tour duration: Day trip
Transportation: Bus or shuttle vehicle
Meals: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 0 / Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum participants: 15
Tour conductor: None
【Tour Planning & Operation】
Cerulean Blue Co., Ltd.
6-A Akebono Okisho Building, 2-24-13 Akebono, Naha, Okinawa
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-274 (Okinawa Prefecture)
Full member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association - 【Authorized Sales Agent】
VELTRA Corporation
Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception: 4F),
2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555 (Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents - As whales are wild animals, there may be cases where they cannot be seen. In the event that whales cannot be found during the period from Feb 1, 2026 to Mar 15, 2026, we will provide the following options:
【1】A refund after deducting the Churaumi Aquarium ticket fee (Adult ¥1,960 / Elementary & Junior High School Students ¥630) (Not applicable during Mar 16, 2026 to Apr 5, 2026) - 【2】Reboarding the “Whale Watching” tour (Not applicable during Mar 16, 2026 to Apr 5, 2026) *Reservations for reboarding can be made until Apr 5, 2026.
Please note that these options cannot be provided if any of the following apply:
● A blow (spout) was confirmed in the distance
● Multiple guests were able to spot a whale
If you are unable to use either option 【1】 or 【2】 due to your schedule, both options will be forfeited.
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Naha Whale Watching Tour with Veteran Captain (Hotel Pick-up / Dec–Apr)
17 years of experience and over 20,000 guests a year. Join a seasonal Naha whale watching tour on a high-speed cruiser with a veteran captain. Refund guarantee included, ideal for arrival or departure days.
