Big Island of Hawaii
The whale sailings: humpbacks working the Kona coast through the winter months, visible from shore and unmissable from a boat. Zodiac rafts get low and close; catamarans bring the shade.
Experience Hawaii’s majestic humpback whales on a 2.5-hour catamaran tour from Kailua-Kona, with expert guides, whale songs, and scenic views.
Most Popular“This tour was great. The captain and his team were very knowledgeable and friendly. They were fun to be around and were concerned about all. It was a great experience and would recommend it to everyone.”
Experience Kona's marine wildlife on this guided dolphin and whale watch tour. Expect expert naturalists, comfortable boats, and year-round sightings for $129.
“Andrew and Olivia are delightful and very knowledgeable. The boat is very comfortable and handles the ocean swells smoothly.”
Experience close-up whale encounters from a zippy zodiac, explore Kona’s coastline, and enjoy expert guides on this highly-rated Big Island adventure.
“There is no better way to whale watch than on a zodiac. Our tour was safe, exhilarating, and oh so fun. Alex was our captain, and her love and excitement for whales was incredible—she got just as excited as we did when we came upon…”
Discover the Big Island’s humpback whales with this 2.5-hour Kailua-Kona cruise, featuring expert guides, whale songs, and up-close marine encounters.
“Got within 4-5 hundred yards, wasn’t sure what to expect. Massive creatures and fun to spot. To get really close is a flip of a coin. Worth your time, enjoyed captain and crew!!”
Experience Hawaii’s humpback whales close-up on a 2.5-hour guided tour from Kailua Kona, featuring onboard naturalist insights, snacks, and guaranteed sightings.
“Had a great time, crew very friendly. Got to see about three whales and they came close to the boat! Definitely worth it!!!”
Experience Hawaii’s whales on a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise off Kohala Coast with expert guides, guaranteed whale sightings, and underwater whale songs.
“Went with my husband, sister and brother in law. Very informative and saw lots of whales. Great value.”
Experience Hawaii’s humpback whales on a 2-hour Kona cruise with knowledgeable guides, stunning coastal views, and a chance to see whales and dolphins.
“Be prepared for seasickness. We had a great time but had rough water. Madi, Trevor, and Diego were very knowledgeable and fun!”
Experience Hawaii's majestic humpback whales on a 1.5-hour Kona whale watch with guaranteed sightings, friendly guides, and spectacular coastal views.
“The crew was friendly and informative. Hearing the whale sounds was amazing. We saw dolphins, but didn’t get to see whales today. They offered us a voucher for a future excursion or upgrade to a different excursion. I would do this again.”
Experience the thrill of seeing humpback whales and dolphins in Kona on a small-group, eco-friendly tour with expert guides, from December to April.
“We saw a lot of dolphins, but unfortunately did not see whales, even though Captain Rob did try hard to find them. We saw some spectacular sites along the Kona coast that we would not be able to see if we were on land. The…”
Experience Hawaii’s best whale watching on a comfortable catamaran with knowledgeable guides, guaranteed whale sightings, and stunning ocean views.
“Fun, informative tour with a great captain and crew! We loved that the tour was smaller and being on the catamaran was a great experience. Saw dolphins and whales. Would recommend!”
Experience Hawaii's majestic humpback whales on a comfortable, guided cruise from Kawaihae Harbor. Guaranteed sightings, onboard snacks, and naturalist insights.
“Our whale watch this morning was amazing! We were fortunate to see a competition pod with a ton of breaching, and the captain even let us stay out longer to watch the show. The crew was super friendly and knowledgeable. We learned all kinds of…”
Experience Hawaii's whales on a 3-hour Kona tour with a 2-hour catamaran sail, snacks, and expert guides—an authentic, memorable adventure.
“Both guides were amazing: not just good captains-drivers but also full of information! Really recommended!”
Experience breathtaking sunsets and humpback whale sightings on a 2-hour whale watch cruise from Anaeho'omalu Bay on the Big Island, with drinks, snacks, and expert guides.
“Meeting great people. Crew very friendly & acomadating. Also celebrating our 61 wedding anniversary Beautiful sunset also saw several whales. Made it the best!”
Experience whale watching in Kona with a 2.5-hour guaranteed tour on a spacious boat, spotting humpbacks, dolphins, and more—great value and memorable.
“I was skeptical about booking since it was the end of the season, but glad I did. We saw pilot and humpback whales. The crew was awesome explaining so many facts. Would absolutely recommend.”
Experience Hawaii’s marine life on a 2.5-hour whale watch tour from Kona. Spot humpbacks, dolphins, and other wildlife aboard modern, comfortable boats.
“Exceptional experience! The captain Andrew and two crew members Lydia and Dennis were friendly, professional and very knowledgeable about the whales and sealife we saw. The boat was comfortable and had lots of places to hang on which was good since it was a bit…”
Mantas after dark, volcanoes after lunch and stars from nearly fourteen thousand feet.