Join us for an unforgettable Whale Watching Tour along Kona’s breathtaking coastline. Witness these majestic creatures as they breach, spout, and play in the ocean, and experience the incredible sight of baby whales taking their first breaths and learning to swim. Our small-group tours offer an intimate, up-close encounter with Hawaii’s marine giants, giving you a rare glimpse into the early moments of a whale’s life. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see nature’s wonder in action!
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What's Included:
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Complimentary footage of the excursion
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Water and light snacks
What to bring:
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Reef safe sunscreen
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Sunglasses
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Hat
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Camera
Price: Starting at $95 per person or $600 per private charter
Duration: 2 Hours
Minimum age: 7 years old
We recommend you wear lightweight clothing that will help protect you from the sun.
Humpback Whale Watching Tour in Kona, Hawaiʻi
Every winter, thousands of humpback whales migrate from Alaska to Hawaiʻi’s warm waters to breed, give birth, and nurse their young. From December through April, Kona becomes one of the best places in the world to witness these incredible animals up close.
On this 2-hour tour, we’ll cruise the coastline in search of humpbacks, scanning for spouts, tail slaps, and dramatic breaches. Our knowledgeable crew will share fascinating facts about whale behavior and the cultural significance of koholā (humpback whales) in Hawaiian tradition.
While humpbacks are the stars of the show, you may also spot spinner dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, or even pilot whales along the way. Every trip is a little different, and that’s the magic of encountering wildlife in its natural environment.
FAQ
How long is the tour?
Plan on about 2 hours on the water.
Is it guaranteed that we will see humpback whales?
Humpback whales are wild animals and don't always adhere to our schedule. If we do not see any humpback whales we offer another tour free of charge within 24 months.
What happens if the weather/seas are bad?
If sea or weather conditions are unsafe, we’ll either reschedule or refund your tour. Our top priority is guest safety.
Yes, our minimum age for this tour is 7 years old. We require all participants to be comfortable in the water to participate.
Are children welcome?
Yes—if you have a waterproof camera or GoPro. We may also offer GoPro rentals and we will take footage and give you a copy. No flash photography.
Can I bring a camera / underwater photography?
Arrive ~20 minutes before departure to ensure check-in, gear fit, safety briefing, etc. Meeting location is in the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor in Kona, HI. We’ll send you our exact location in the confirmation email.
How to get there / check-in times?