Encounter rate of over 951 TP3T! Whale watching tours near Mizuna Island!
What is Mizuna Island like?
Minna-jima (水納島) is a small island with a beautiful sea that will capture your heart once you get there.
It is also popularly known as "Croissant Island" because the island looks like a croissant.
(2) Take a ferry from Watakuchi Port
(in Japanese history)Or join a tour and save money as the ferry and activities are included!)
◆Ferry tickets cannot be reserved in advance, only same-day tickets are sold, so you need to get there early to secure your tickets. If you join a tour, you can go on the tour company's own ship, which is more convenient.
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Enjoy winter-only whale watching!
The waters around Motobu Peninsula are a rare spot.
In fact, there are only a few places in Japan where whales can be seen,Waters around Motobu Peninsula (around Iejima and Mizuna Island)is one of the few spots in Japan where humpback whales can be seen with a high probability.
Learn about whale watching!
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Whale Watching Attractions
![[From the North · Winter Limited] Achieved a 100% sighting rate for two consecutive years! Whale Watching (1-Day Tour)](https://minnatour.world-tours.jp/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/okinawa-islandcrew614-7-640x426.jpeg)
Whale watching refers to the annual winter migration of whales to Okinawa's waters in search of warmer waters to give birth.Tour held only in winter to observe humpback whalesIt is.
Of all the animal species that have ever existed on Earth.most significantThe whales are so exciting that even adults get very excited, and the moment they are spotted, there are loud cheers from the boat.
It is also a great opportunity for a wide range of people, from small children to the elderly, to participate!
When to enjoy whale watching
![[From the North · Winter Limited] Open to ages 4 and up! Whale Watching & Board Snorkeling with a High Chance of Sightings](https://minnatour.world-tours.jp/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/okinawa-islandcrew614-9-640x426.jpeg)
The season for whale watching is,From late December to early April each year（The peak season is from February to March.
Encounter rates are also high as the calves are born and begin to swim with the parent whales!
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A moving experience of great power!
Recommended Whale Watching Tours
Here are some whale watching tours you can enjoy in the waters around Motobu Peninsula (around Iejima and Mizuna Island). Please take a look at them for reference!
Recommended Whale Watching Tours
Participation is possible from ages 0 and up! Half Day Course
It would be sad to see only the children unable to participate in a family vacation.
The half-day course allows you to enjoy whale watching in a short time and is easy to incorporate into your itinerary!
Recommended Whale Watching Tours
(2) Luxurious and plentiful observation! 1 day course
You can enjoy a day of luxurious whale watching! Many photographers join us to take pictures of the best moments.
We will take you on a special whale-watching cruiser for your comfort.
Recommended Whale Watching Tours
(3) Snorkeling is also included in the package!
![[Departing from the North · Minna Island] [Summer Only] Swimming, Boat Snorkeling, and Two Types of Water Sports on Minna Island (Includes Round-Trip Boat Transfer to Minna Island and Photo Service)](https://minnatour.world-tours.jp/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/okinawaislandcrew611-1-640x480.jpg)
This full-day tour includes snorkeling and whale watching.
The winter sea has less plankton and is more transparent than summer. You can enjoy snorkeling with many fish in the coral field!
Recommended Whale Watching Tours
4) Experience diving is also included in the set price!
Dive deeper than snorkeling and explore the ocean! It is interesting to see the different fish inhabiting the sea depending on the depth you swim.
If you are new to diving, our guides will fully support you!
From the northern part of Okinawa's main island.
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summary
In fact, even domestically,Waters around Motobu Peninsula (around Iejima and Mizuna Island)is a rare spot to see humpback whales. Some visitors come every year to participate in whale-watching tours!
Small children are welcome to join us, and seeing the dynamic whales live is a wonderful experience. Please take a look at this page for more information!
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