Travel in Nagasaki · 長崎県

Kujukushima Cruising Boat Pearl Queen

Kujukushima Cruising Boat Pearl Queen · 九十九島遊覧船パールクィーン

Pearl Queen sails among Kujukushima's small islands for coastal views. It departs from Pearl Sea Resort in Sasebo for a cruise of about 50 minutes. Explore the islands and sea by boat.

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〒858-0922 長崎県佐世保市鹿子前町1008

1008 Kashimae-cho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture 858-0922, Japan

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Admission

Individual regular-cruise fares are ¥2,200 for high school students and older and ¥1,100 for ages 4 through junior high school. Individuals buy tickets at the same-day counter. Advance reservations are available only for groups of 15 or more.

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Opening hours

Regular cruises usually depart around 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. The noon service may be suspended seasonally; extra sailings may be added. Choose your boat from the departure schedule for your visit date. Weather and operating schedules may cancel or change departures.

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What to see at Kujukushima Cruising Boat Pearl Queen · 九十九島遊覧船パールクィーン

Kujukushima views between the islands

Pearl Queen passes among Kujukushima's small islands for sea views. The regular cruise takes about 50 minutes.

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How to get to Kujukushima Cruising Boat Pearl Queen · 九十九島遊覧船パールクィーン

From Sasebo Station stop 6, take a bus toward Pearl Sea Resort/Kujukushima Aquarium. The regular ride takes about 25 minutes, or the express about 18 minutes; the adult fare is ¥390 one way. These times exclude waiting and the walk to the pier. Check the bus back to Sasebo Station when you get off.

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Choose the sailing and return bus together

Allow about half a day including the bus round trip, tickets, and waiting. Regular and express buses use different timetables, so choose a resort-bound bus that fits your sailing. Check the bus back to Sasebo Station after disembarking as well.

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Not every passenger has a seat

Pearl Queen carries up to 280 passengers with 118 seats. Contact the operator before boarding if you need to sit during the trip. It may operate in light rain, but the captain may cancel for heavy rain or strong winds.

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Questions about Kujukushima Cruising Boat Pearl Queen · 九十九島遊覧船パールクィーン

Can individual visitors reserve Pearl Queen tickets in advance?

Individuals buy a ticket for a specified departure at the counter on the day. Advance reservations are for groups of 15 or more. Check the operator's guide for your visit date's sailings and ticketing deadline.

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Does rain cancel Pearl Queen?

It may operate in light rain. The captain may cancel for heavy rain or strong winds, so check the operator's information on your visit day.

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