4 Unmissable Naha Whale Watching Tours

1.Naha, Okinawa: Kerama Islands Half-Day Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 241 reviews · 4 hours · from $37Our pick

Set out from Naha with Marine House SEASIR to look for humpback whales in the Kerama Islands waters. The four-hour trip includes pickup, water, safety gear, whale photos, and English or Chinese support. Guides such as Miguel and Stephane have helped guests understand whale behavior, though sightings and sea conditions can never be promised.

“It was great. A lot of whales spotted but unfortunately not close enough. Overall a great trip with that price paid. Hope to have a better view of the whales when I go to Okinawa again. 👍”

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2.Kerama Island Experience Dive/Snorkeling/Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 71 reviews · from $104

Spend seven hours from Naha exploring three Kerama National Park sites by boat. You get one introductory scuba session, snorkeling, equipment, towels, hotel pickup, and underwater photos. Whale watching is added from January 12 through March. The small group is limited to 10, with Japanese, English, and Portuguese guidance.

“Fantastic day out. Easy hotel pickup. Great snorkelling, trial dive and whale watching. Recommend ordering the onboard lunch (extra)”

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3.Whale Watching with Pickup and English Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 52 reviews · 3 hours · from $30Best value

Set out from Naha Miegusuku Port for up to three hours searching for humpback whales in Okinawa’s winter waters. An English and Japanese crew helps with boarding, while a QR-code audio guide explains whale behavior in several languages. Choose port check-in or pickup from listed Naha hotels and city stops.

“the time for our tour was wrong. my tickets were wrong. bad customer service!!”

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4.Okinawa Whale Watching From Naha

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $38

From Naha, you’ll ride a large double-deck yacht toward the Kerama Islands, where humpback whales gather from winter through March. An English-speaking guide, including marine biology guide Rita on some departures, explains whale behavior. The tour includes drinks, life jackets, raincoats, photos, and hotel pickup by advance request. Expect wind, spray, and possible seasickness.

“The staff was professional and the whale watching was fun and exciting. It was worth the time and money.”

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