Okinawa, Japan｜Snorkeling with Whale Sharks / Diving / FUN DIVE Licensed Diving
- Observe whale sharks kept in large nets, with a 100% encounter rate! (Unable to access the network)
- Free Photos and Videos: Dedicated coaches can take photos and videos with GoPro, with no limit on the number or size, and at no additional charge. The captured images can be directly transferred to the iPhone, or provided via LINE or email.
- The diving itinerary adopts a dedicated coach system, and each group has a dedicated coach for individual guidance. Even first-timers or those who are not good at swimming can participate with peace of mind.
- The snorkeling trip is based on a small number of people, and a dedicated instructor will carry a buoyancy board to guide you. Participants can easily explore the underwater world by just holding the buoyancy board!
Options
[Two people in one] Diving with whale sharks
Additional Info
Age range: 15 to 59 years old
Two or more people
Coach to participant ratio: 1 coach leads a maximum of 2 guests
The boat fee is 7,500 yen per person.
What's included in Okinawa, Japan｜Snorkeling with Whale Sharks / Diving / FUN DIVE Licensed Diving
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gather at Miyako Port, report, fill out the application form and change into a wetsuit ※Please park your car at the "Umijin Shokudo No. 1 Parking Lot" in the port
Gather at Miyako Port, report, fill out the application form and change into a wetsuit ※Please park your car at the "Umijin Shokudo No. 1 Parking Lot" in the port
Diving and snorkeling instructions and practice, then set off on a boat when you are ready
After arriving at the experience point, start diving and snorkeling
Staff feed whale sharks outside the net, and participants can observe them eating. It is shocking to see whale sharks approaching at close range with their mouths wide open!
After diving and snorkeling, return to the port and change clothes before the trip ends.
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— Itinerary Introduction —
▶ Target group Whale shark diving experience: 15 to 59 years old Whale shark snorkeling: 7 to 59 years old Whale shark fun diving: 18 to 59 years old (must have a diving license and have more than 5 diving experiences)
▶ Things to bring: swimsuit, towel, sandals, boat fee, FUN diving participants must bring their diving license card
— Trip Introduction —
Whale Shark Experience Whale shark, also known as tofu shark, is a large marine creature with a body length of 3 to 5 meters. Due to its special living habits, it is often accompanied by small fish and small sharks.
In each experience, you can enjoy the stunning scene of the whale shark foraging, it will open its big mouth to swallow the shrimp, this is the most exciting moment of the whale shark diving!
Curious whale sharks often approach participants, giving you the opportunity to get up close and personal with this magnificent marine creature.
Don't miss this rare experience!
⚠ Please note: It is not possible to enter the nets that hold the whale sharks.
Inclusions
- Consumption tax
- Free Photography
- Equipment Rental
- Flood insurance
- Water guide fee
- Parking Fee
- Shower
- Personal expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Additional fees (boat fees)
- If the itinerary/experience time is extended or part of the content is cancelled due to force majeure factors such as traffic conditions or weather, please contact customer service. We will provide partial refunds and other corresponding treatments.
- People with the following physical conditions or those who are not suitable for excessive stimulation cannot participate in this tour/experience. High blood pressure, heart disease, fear of heights, asthma, epilepsy, pregnant women. In addition, if you have undergone surgery, chronic diseases, medical history, or are currently seeing a doctor or taking medication, please be sure to consult us before making an appointment.
- Please arrive at the meeting point on time. Please note that if a passenger is late, the tour will still depart/start as scheduled and a cancellation fee will be charged.
- If the passenger cancels the activity due to personal reasons (itinerary changes, physical discomfort, etc.), the corresponding cancellation fee will be charged according to the cancellation policy. However, if the trip is cancelled due to a typhoon or other force majeure factors (such as flight cancellations, ship cancellations, etc.), no cancellation fee will be charged.
- If you have a flight plan within 18 hours, you will not be able to participate in the experience diving and fun diving, and will be charged 100% of the activity fee. (Snorkeling is not affected)
- If the local operator determines that the activity should be cancelled, the staff will contact the traveler to confirm whether they wish to change the date or cancel the trip free of charge.
- Those who drink alcohol or have a severe hangover on the day will not be allowed to participate in the event, and will be charged 100% of the event fee.
Meet
Venues
- Miya Fishing Port・From Naha Bus Terminal, take bus No. 28 or 228 (towards Yomitan Bus Terminal), get off at Miyakono Station, and walk about 5 minutes to Miyakono Port
・Map Code: 33 792 330*08
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Patients with the following diseases or those who wish to avoid excessive stimulation should pay attention to health management. Please refer to the Aquatics Health Checklist.
- Whale Shark Experience Diving: Only for travelers aged 15 to 59 years old, Whale Shark Snorkeling: Only for travelers aged 7 to 59 years old, Whale Shark FUN Diving: Only for travelers aged 18 to 59 years old who hold a diving license and have more than 5 diving experiences. Local staff will ask participants to provide identification documents as needed.
- In order to ensure the safety of tourists, if the local coach believes that the tourist's health condition is not suitable for participating in water activities, he/she has the right to refuse the participant's experience and the trip fee will not be refunded. Please understand.
- Passengers who need to take a flight within 18 hours after joining the diving trip will not be able to join the diving trip. (Snorkeling is available)
- We offer myopia prescription diving goggles up to 800 degrees. If necessary, please inform the specific degree (calculated in 0.00 units). If the degree is not provided, this service cannot be provided. Due to limited quantity, please understand if we cannot provide the required degree. It is recommended that you wear disposable contact lenses yourself.
