Diving & Dolphin Swim Dive Kids
swim with dolphins Mikurajima Dolphin Swim Tour
DIVE KIDS
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Amami Oshima ＆ Kume Island
Whale Swimming Tour
2027
Whale swim 3 days included
HUMPBACK WHALE
AMAMI Feb. 6-10（Sat.-Wed）￥180,000（4）
AMAMI Feb. 10-14（Wed-Sun）￥190,000（5）
KUME MAR. 3-7（Wed-Sun）￥190,000（5）
SPAM WHALE
AMAMI June 23-27（Wed-Sun）￥190,000（5）
We have intentionally limited the tour to five days because whale boat often canceled due to bad weather.
While it is possible to participate in a four-day tour, please understand that Your chances will be limited by two days in between.（You need a rental car）
We only offer package tours
Haneda -Amami or Kume air ticket
Accommodation fee, whale swim 3 days
(Without air ticket ¥38,000 Off)
Only for experienced free divers
Chance to swim with whales!
Every winter, humpback whales migrate to Okinawa and Ogasawara to breed and raise their young.
In recent years, the number of islands where whale swims are held has increased, but the origin of whale swims is Kume Island.
YOU-GO, led by Mr. Kawamoto, the chairman of the guide association, has more than 20 years of experience and achievements, and the encounter rate and swimming know-how are excellent!
A special cruise with a boarding time of about 7 to 8 hours! Look for whales all day long!
The performance of the whales seen from the boat is a masterpiece, but the sight of the humpback whales in the water is just awe-inspiring!
You can experience the excitement that makes your heart tremble. Experience the greatest excitement on earth!
*Most of the whales you can swim with are mother and cubs who are raising their children.
Whale swims are performed by snorkeling on the surface to minimize stress on the whales.
Skin diving (descent into water) is not allowed.
Please cooperate with Whale Friendly Swim.
Sperm whales are resident and present year-round; however, because unstable sea conditions from winter through spring often prevent boats from launching—thereby lowering the encounter rate—tours are conducted from June onwards.
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*Prices may change depending on when you apply
*Please contact us if you would like a flight from other than Haneda
Whale swimming is snorkeling (only surface）
・Long fins are prohibited.
・Selfie sticks are prohibited. Please use a short-type GoPro grip (maximum length of 15 cm).
・The cruise lasts 6 to 7 hours; please take thorough precautions against seasickness.
* This tour is a nature observation program accompanied by an instructor sponsored by a diving shop specializing in whale swimming. Not for general tourists.
Humpback whale Song
This is the SONG of the legendary whale “Z” (March 2023)
Heat Run
Flipper Slapping
AMAMAI Sperm Whales
Whale ship is a diving cruiser
There is a lifting platform at the rear, so entry and exit are easy.
Feb-Mar：Humpback Whales
At this time of year, Amami district is cloudy at 70%
There is a large difference in temperature between sunny and cloudy days
The temperature is around 20℃, but on rainy or cloudy days, it gets extremely cold on board.
Protect yourself from the cold by wearing a thick boat coat, a warm coat, or an Outdoor jacket.
Conversely, on a sunny day, it will be around 25 ℃. The UV rays are strong, so be sure to take sun protection!
The water temperature is 22-23℃. 5mm wet suit is OK.
(Note) Whales are animals in the natural world. Depending on the weather and sea conditions.
You can not always swim with the whales.
Also, if a large group of people enters the water at once, it causes stress to the whales.
The swim is divided into small groups and the swimmers take turns.
Even if there are whales, Please note that entering the water is limited to when the sea conditions are stable and the whales are calm.
June：Sperm Whales
Please wear a wetsuit or a neoprene top to ensure buoyancy.
It can be cold on the boat unless the weather is sunny, so please bring a windbreaker or similar outerwear.
schedule
(Flight arrival and departure times are subject to change)
First day: Haneda 11:15-13:35 Amami
（Haneda 10:30-15:05 Kume）
2nd day： Whale boat（6 hours)
3rd day： Whale boat（6 hours)
4th day：Whale boat（6 hours)
Last day: Amami 14:25 - 16:20 Haneda
（Kume 10:55 - 14:30 Haneda）
(Participation from other airports is also possible. Please contact us.)
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【Included in basic fee】
Haneda - Amami round-trip air ticket,
Hotel：4 night
whale boat 3 days
local transportation expenses
tax
(If you wish to fly from other airports, please contact us.)
※ Rental fee (per day)
Wetsuit ¥2,000 / Fins, mask, snorkel ¥500 each / Fin socks ¥300 / Under water camera ¥2,000
*The price is for 2-4 people per room.
Basically, it will be a shared room, but an additional charge (¥2500 / 1 nights) will be charged if one person participates in one room.
AMAMI：Stay: Sunflower city Hotel／Diving service: RIKI
KUME：Stay: Kumi no yado／Diving service: DIVE ESTIVANT
【Participation Requirements】 (No beginners)
【Kumejima】Scuba Diving C-card holders only.
【Amami Oshima】Certification card holders in scuba diving, skin diving, free diving, or experienced free divers.
*For those who do not swim (watching from the boat), non-divers can also participate. (Ages 15 and over)
・Whale swim is snorkeling. Only surface.
・It is a cruise of 6 hours once. Please refrain from those who are prone to seasickness.
This tour is a nature observation program accompanied by an instructor sponsored by a diving shop specializing in whale swimming. Please refrain from general sightseeing trips.
Payment ]
Payment will be made by bank transfer. (I will let you know after booking) or WISE.
Please make a reservation deposit of 50,000 yen (or the full amount) within one week after applying, and pay the remaining balance one month before departure.
【Cancellation Policy】
In case of cancellation due to customers convenience, the following cancellation fee will be charged per person in addition to the basic fee.
(Whale ship cancellation fee and travel fee cancellation fee will be charged separately, so the total amount will be as follows)
(1) Cancellation after ticket issuance ¥5,000 (2) Cancellation within 1 month before ¥60% (3) Cancellation within 2 weeks before ¥70%
(4) Cancellation within 1 week before 8.% (5) Cancellation from the day before to the day or non-participation without contact 100%
[About cancellation due to the new coronavirus]
*If the tour is canceled due to a request from the government, a full refund will be given.
However, if there is a cancellation fee for the flight or hotel, you will be responsible for the actual cost.
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