Highlights

Watch a resident pod of around 200 wild dolphins in the waters surrounding Tsuji Island.
Look for dolphins swimming beside the boat, surfacing to breathe and sometimes leaping from the water.
Join local fishermen who know the Amakusa waters, where the dolphin encounter rate is over 90%.

About this activity

Cruise the waters off Amakusa to look for a resident pod of around 200 wild dolphins near Tsuji Island. Local fishermen guide the boat through the dolphins' year-round habitat, with sightings possible in every season and an encounter rate of over 90%. Watch the dolphins swim beside the boat, surface to breathe and sometimes leap from the water. The trip takes around 50 minutes, though the duration can vary with the d…

What's included

Included

Cruise
Insurance

Location

Good to know

Child policy:
Children under 2 years old are free of charge.
Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Good to know:
Wear casual clothing and suitable shoes; you may be splashed when conditions are windy.
Trips operate in rain but may be cancelled in rough sea conditions.
Pregnant participants may be refused boarding in bad weather for safety reasons.
Check the official website for the daily opening hours and show schedule prior to your visit.

Categories & locations

Wildlife

Half Day Tour

Cruising

Regions

Kumamoto · Japan

Dolphin Watching Experience in Amakusa

Included