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Whale Shark Point
Netted whale-shark encounter off Yomitan.
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Yomitan port-area attraction with year-round, beginner-friendly whale-shark viewing inside a secure net enclosure and simple port logistics.
About Whale Shark Point
Whale Shark Point near Miyakoya Port in Yomitan is a managed whale-shark encounter inside a secure netted sea enclosure. The setup is built for calm, close-range viewing, with snorkeling and scuba options for beginners through certified divers. The experience is more about predictable logistics, steady animal encounters, and a low-stress marine highlight than about natural reef terrain.
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Research Estimate At Whale Shark Point
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VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Whale Shark Point?
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Whale Shark Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 16m
Depth Note
The enclosure is described as starting in just a couple of meters and running to about 16m.
Best Season
Year-round; the site is designed as a consistent all-season encounter.
Typical Conditions
Calm, controlled, close-quarters viewing in a netted enclosure with short port logistics and little weather sensitivity.
Safety & Access At Whale Shark Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Conditions are described as calm year-round, and encounters are presented as safe, with very close viewing possible.
Access Restrictions
Advance booking and port meet-up are required; some programs have age, health, and certification rules.
Legal Notes
Stay outside the net enclosure, follow the operator's handling and photography rules, and respect any medical or participation limits.
Local Intel For Whale Shark Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Programs include fun and experience dives with close approaches to whale sharks.
Freediving
Freediving is not the main format here. The standard options are snorkeling, intro diving, and fun diving for certified divers.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is a core option and works from the surface outside the net, which makes it the easiest way to experience the site.
Whale Shark Point Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Whale Shark Point
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Recent Logged Visits At Whale Shark Point
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
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Whale Shark Point Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Whale Shark Point Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
en.activityjapan.com · Booking
Booking page with port meeting point, facilities, and participation rules.
wmc.hatenablog.jp · Blog
Field log with a visibility note at Whale Shark Point.
www.okinawastory.jp · Tourism
Official Okinawa tourism piece on Yomitan whale-shark diving and the netted area.
www.scubadiving.com · Magazine
Older scuba feature on whale-shark diving in Yomitan and water conditions.
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