Humpback Whale Watching
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!
Our Tour
Price: Starting at $95 per guest for shared tours, or $600 for the private Hōkū Exclusive Charter
Duration: 2 Hours
Minimum age: 5 years old
Maximum Passengers: 6
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.
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