Amakusa Dolphin Watching
JPY 500 OFF
We can meet wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins which live in Amakusa throughout the year. Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins are very friendly and active. They jump out of the sea, catch the fish, and swim alongside the ship. We can enjoy those amazing performances on the ferry! Furthermore, we can admire the beautiful sceneries around Ariake Sea, and Amakusa Gokyo by this refreshing cruise! We are the first company which has the professional guides of dolphin watching in Kyushu. Our professional guides will introduce the ecology around Ariake Sea and the behavior of dolphins in a simple way. That will be a wonderful and enjoyable voyage for you.
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
2 hours
Adult
JPY 5,500
Junior highschool
JPY 4,500
Child
JPY 3,500
Infant (ages 3+)
JPY 2,500
Infant (under 2 years old)
JPY 0
- Campaign
Discount! Up to JPY 500 OFF!
Participation Date: Jul 1, 2025 ~ Mar 31, 2030
Adult
JPY 500 OFF
JPY 5,000〜
JPY 5,500
Junior highschool
JPY 500 OFF
JPY 4,000〜
JPY 4,500
Child
JPY 500 OFF
JPY 3,000〜
JPY 3,500
Infant (ages 3+)
JPY 500 OFF
JPY 2,000〜
JPY 2,500
Highlights
Highlight #1
The probability of meeting the dolphin is 90% throughout the year.
Highlight #2
All guest rooms are air-conditioned (except the Kumamon boat) and equipped with toilets, so women, the elderly, and children can rest easy.
Highlight #3
Enjoy dolphin watching with a professional guide while touring the seas of Amakusa.
Highlight #4
If you cannot see them during the tour, you will be given a free cruise ticket which you may use within one year.
Outline
Schedule
Pickup / Checkin
9:45
Have your e-ticket ready on your smartphone.
Skip the check-in line and head straight to the boarding area if you have an e-ticket!
10:00
Hop aboard the cruiser and set off!
Departure on a luxury cruiser! *You can bring your own beverages (except alcohol) to *Meals are not allowed in the cabin to prevent others from getting seasick.
10:20
Cruise through the beautiful waters of Amakusa toward the dolphin zone
On the way to the dolphin-spotting area, enjoy a refreshing cruise past scenic sights like the Amakusa Gokyo bridges, the Ariake Sea, and the islands of Amakusa.
11:00
Wild dolphins spotted! It’s like they’re swimming alongside the boat!
Watch dolphins swim gracefully through the sea and sometimes even leap out of the water in exciting displays! Our guide will explain dolphin behavior and interesting facts in an easy-to-understand way. Since the dolphins are wild, they are not fed. You'll get to observe them in their natural habitat, just as they are. Wave to the dolphins, take some photos, and enjoy a fun, unforgettable time with these amazing animals!
12:00
Welcome back! How about lunch at the L’isola Terrace?
Relax with a delicious lunch at the ocean-view restaurant, where every seat overlooks the sea. We recommend their one-plate lunch made with carefully selected local ingredients from Amakusa and Kumamoto.
Checkin Times / Locations
9:50
Please arrive directly at Matsushima (Maeshima) Port at least 10 minutes before departure. Have your e-ticket ready on your smartphone.
Plan Information
What's Included
- E-Ticket
- Guide Fee
- All cabins, toilets, and air conditioners (except the Kumamon boat) are fully equipped. Restrooms on board are not barrier-free.
- Insurance
Restrictions
- For your safety and comfort, bringing food or alcohol into the cabin is not allowed as it may cause seasickness. You can eat and drink on the deck.
- To accommodate guests with pet allergies, pets are not allowed on board.
What to Bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes like sneakers instead of high heels.
- Cameras, video equipment, and phones are welcome. Our staff will be happy to help you take photos!
Additional Info
- Dolphins are wild animals, so there is a chance that they won’t show up. If you cannot see them during the tour, you will be given a free cruise ticket which you may use within one year.
- Cancellation fees will be charged in accordance with the cancellation policy. However, in case of cancellation due to stormy weather such as typhoons, no cancellation fee will be charged.
- The boat may vary depending on the number of passengers, so it may differ from the photos.
- You can watch the dolphins even if it is raining day. (There is a guest cabin on the boat, so you won’t get wet.)
Cancellation Policies
0%
2 days before to 00:00
30%
1 day before to 00:00
50%
0 days before to 00:00
After 00:00, 0 days before
100%
Participation Date
Discount! Up to JPY 500 OFF!