Now accepting reservations for 2026 【Chatan departure】Okinawa Whale Watching｜沖縄のオプショナルツアーセルリアンブルー

Now accepting reservations for 2026 【Chatan departure】Okinawa Whale Watching

Book online easily! Until 23:00 the day before

Reservations can be made online until 23:00 the day before the tour.

Whale Watching Tour – Okinawa

Every year, humpback whales – among the largest mammals in the world – travel to the warm waters around the Kerama Islands to mate and give birth.

These majestic creatures can weigh up to 30 tonnes and reach 15 meters in length. You might even see them breaching and splashing right before your eyes!

Take your chance to observe these magnificent whales up close in a responsible and respectful way. Don’t miss this unique and wonderful experience!

Chatan departure !

Guided by a veteran captain!

※Due to safety concerns pregnant women are not allowed onboard. No refunds will be given if you are rejected onboard for this reason on the date of the trip.

Between February 1, 2026 and March 15, 2026, we offer a full refund or free re-boarding if no whales are spotted. Outside of this period, No refunds neither reboarding will be provided.

Let’s look for of these magnificent wild whales together!

Tour Conditions

Plan Details

Operating days	2025-12-20 〜 2026-04-05
Venue	Waters between Okinawa main island and Kerama
Time required	※Tour might finish earlier if the whales are spotted soon.
Number of passengers required	At least 15 Adults
age limit	0~
Pick-up guide
Reservation deadline	1 days 23 before Please contact us for any inquiries after the Web reservation deadline: TEL: +81-98-941-6828 (9:00~17:00)
Payment method	Pay with credit card

Whale Watching【Chatan】AM Price Adult (12 and above) ¥6,000 Child (3～11) ¥5,000 Infant (2 or below) ¥2,000 What is included Boat fare, insurance, whale watching tour fee and a life jacket (not for infant)

Whale Watching【Chatan】AM
Price	Adult (12 and above) ¥6,000 Child (3～11) ¥5,000 Infant (2 or below) ¥2,000
What is included	Boat fare, insurance, whale watching tour fee and a life jacket (not for infant)

Schedule	＜Whale watching＞ 08:30 Gather at the Uminchu Wharf 09:00 Departure ～ Up to 3 hours of whale watching ～ ※ Once whales are spotted, observation usually lasts about 1 hour. If whales are found early, the tour may finish sooner. Depending on sea conditions, whale behavior, or participants’ circumstances, the tour may also return to port earlier. ※ Please note that whale sightings are not guaranteed, as they are wild animals (see conditions in the precautions). ↓ Around 12:30 whale watching tour finish and back to the port ※Parking available at the meeting point (fees apply) ※Please pay the environmental contribution tax will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children). ※The minimum numbers of participants is 15. If there are not enough participants, the tour will be cancelled. You will be informed if it is cancelled a day before.
What to bring	※ A wind breaker or other waterproof clothes ※ Take sea sickness medicine in advance
Price note
Meeting place・Map	Gather at the Uminchu Wharf [Map]
Meeting place･Time	08:30 Gather at the Uminchu Wharf
Note	Take sea sickness medicine in advance
Parking lot	Free parking lot available at the port
Assembly point	8:30. Meet at Uminchu Wharf *The facility usage fee will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children). 300 yen per person will be charged separately. Payment will be made on site.
Dissolution place	12:30 back to the port ※ We might get back before time in case we spot the whales earlier
Transportation Companies	CeruleanBlue
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Whale Watching【Chatan】PM Price Adult (12 and above) ¥6,000 Child (3～11) ¥5,000 Infant (2 or below) ¥2,000 What is included Boat fare, insurance, whale watching tour fee and a life jacket (not for infant)

Whale Watching【Chatan】PM
Price	Adult (12 and above) ¥6,000 Child (3～11) ¥5,000 Infant (2 or below) ¥2,000
What is included	Boat fare, insurance, whale watching tour fee and a life jacket (not for infant)

Schedule	＜Whale watching＞ 13:00 Gather at the Uminchu Wharf 13:30 Departure ～ Up to 3 hours of whale watching ～ ※ Once whales are spotted, observation usually lasts about 1 hour. If whales are found early, the tour may finish sooner. Depending on sea conditions, whale behavior, or participants’ circumstances, the tour may also return to port earlier. ※ Please note that whale sightings are not guaranteed, as they are wild animals (see conditions in the precautions) ↓ 16:30 back to the port ※Parking available at the meeting point (fees apply) *Please pay facility usage fee will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children). ※The minimum numbers of participants is 15. If there are not enough participants, the tour will be cancelled. You will be informed if it is cancelled a day before.
What to bring	※A wind breaker or other waterproof clothes ※ Take sea sickness medicine in advance
Price note
Meeting place・Map	Uminchu Wharf [Map]
Meeting place･Time	13:00 at the Uminchu Wharf
Note	Take sea sickness medicine in advance
Parking lot	Parking available at the meeting point (fees apply)
Assembly point	13:00 Uminchu Wharf *Please pay the environmental contribution tax will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children).
Dissolution place	16:30 back to the port ※ but we might get back before time in case we spot the whales earlier
Transportation Companies	CeruleanBlue
Reserve Online Call

▼Schedule・Read the details▼

Precautions

Precautions	・About Reservations・　‐Online reservations are available until 23:00 on the day before the tour. ・Minimum Number of Participants : 15 　‐If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will be cancelled. In some cases, the decision may be made the day before. ・About the Vessel 　‐The vessel may be changed without prior notice. ・For Guests Arriving by Car Please enter the following address in your car navigation system: “Uminchu Wharf " The place may change to the place from across the marina (Hamagawa fishing port) in that case we will contact you the day prior the tour. Please pay the facility usage fee will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children). ・Important Notes for the Whale Watching Tour 　‐As whales are wild animals, there may be occasions when they cannot be spotted. 　‐However, for tours held between February 1 and March 15, 2026, if no whales are sighted, we offer one of the following options:　　　　‐Full refund (bank transfer fee borne by the customer) 　　　‐Or free re-boarding during this periode 　　　‐This guarantee does not apply to the following periods – December 20, 2025 to January 31, 2026 and March 16 to April 5, 2026. 　‐We cannot offer compensation if any of the following apply: 　　　‐A blow (spout) was confirmed at a distance. 　　　‐At least 2 guests were able to see a whale. 　‐When whales are spotted, observation is expected to last approximately one hour in accord with the whale watching regulation in Okinawa to avoide stressing it. Depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all participants, the tour may return to port earlier. 　‐In winter, when whales visit Okinawa, sea conditions are rougher than in summer. Infants and elderly guests may be refused boarding depending on sea conditions. 　‐Pregnant guests cannot participate due to potential risks from the ship’s engine vibrations. 　‐The tour may be cancelled or the schedule changed depending on weather conditions. 　‐In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, we will contact you. Refunds will be made via bank transfer, but the transfer fee will be borne by the customer. 　‐Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing. 　‐Guests prone to seasickness are advised to take motion sickness medicine beforehand. 　‐For safety reasons, life jackets must be worn. Thank you for your understanding. - Due to ship facilities and safety reasons, wheelchair users are not permitted to participate in this tour. By making the booking, you acknowledge these conditions*
Cancellation policy	If for any reason, the customer cancels his or her reservations, he or she will have to pay the following cancellation fees. Furthermore, please keep in mind that any bank transfer fees will be the customer's responsibility. Cancellation 8-10 days before reservation date・・・20% of the original price Cancellation 2-7 days before the reservation date・・・30% of the original price Day before the reservation date・・・50% of the original price On the reservation date・・・100% of the original price

・About Reservations・

　‐Online reservations are available until 23:00 on the day before the tour.

・Minimum Number of Participants : 15
　‐If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will be cancelled. In some cases, the decision may be made the day before.

・About the Vessel
　‐The vessel may be changed without prior notice.

・For Guests Arriving by Car

Please enter the following address in your car navigation system:
“Uminchu Wharf "

The place may change to the place from across the marina (Hamagawa fishing port) in that case we will contact you the day prior the tour.

*Please pay the facility usage fee will be 300 yen per person (same for infants and children).

・Important Notes for the Whale Watching Tour

　‐As whales are wild animals, there may be occasions when they cannot be spotted.
　‐However, for tours held between February 1 and March 15, 2026, if no whales are sighted, we offer one of the following options:　
　　　‐Full refund (bank transfer fee borne by the customer)
　　　‐Or free re-boarding during this periode
　　　‐This guarantee does not apply to the following periods – December 20, 2025 to January 31, 2026 and March 16 to April 5, 2026.

　‐We cannot offer compensation if any of the following apply:
　　　‐A blow (spout) was confirmed at a distance.
　　　‐At least 2 guests were able to see a whale.

　‐When whales are spotted, observation is expected to last approximately one hour in accord with the whale watching regulation in Okinawa to avoide stressing it. Depending on sea conditions, whale activity, and the situation of all participants, the tour may return to port earlier.

　‐In winter, when whales visit Okinawa, sea conditions are rougher than in summer. Infants and elderly guests may be refused boarding depending on sea conditions.

　‐Pregnant guests cannot participate due to potential risks from the ship’s engine vibrations.

　‐The tour may be cancelled or the schedule changed depending on weather conditions.

　‐In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, we will contact you. Refunds will be made via bank transfer, but the transfer fee will be borne by the customer.

　‐Please prepare your own warm and waterproof clothing.

　‐Guests prone to seasickness are advised to take motion sickness medicine beforehand.

　‐For safety reasons, life jackets must be worn. Thank you for your understanding.

- Due to ship facilities and safety reasons, wheelchair users are not permitted to participate in this tour.

*By making the booking, you acknowledge these conditions*

Cancellation policy

If for any reason, the customer cancels his or her reservations, he or she will have to pay the following cancellation fees. Furthermore, please keep in mind that any bank transfer fees will be the customer's responsibility.
Cancellation 8-10 days before reservation date・・・20% of the original price
Cancellation 2-7 days before the reservation date・・・30% of the original price
Day before the reservation date・・・50% of the original price
On the reservation date・・・100% of the original price

Now accepting reservations for 2026 【Chatan departure】Okinawa Whale Watching｜Cerulean blue