Waikiki Whale Watching Tour

Spot whales off the coast of Hawaii!

Oahu, United States

Duration
2 hours

Start & End Time
Varies

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Not Included

Minimum Age
All Ages

Meals
Not Included

Start & End Location
Kewalo Basin Harbor

What's Included

Get up to $10 cash back per person from us
All taxes included
2 hours of whale watching in Kawaihae
Options for a morning or an afternoon tour
Whale spotting guaranteed
Possibility to spot dolphins!
Soda, juice, and water on board
This tour is only available when in-season, DECEMBER through APRIL

What to Expect

Hawaii is the only place in the United States where humpback whales mate, calve, and nurse their young. Every December through April, thousands of humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii. Join this tour in Waikiki, Honolulu to spot these beautiful mammals on an exciting eco-friendly whale watching excursion. These trips are dedicated just to whale-watching. You can choose the morning tour on a powerboat or the afternoon tour on a sailing catamaran.

The humpback whale is an endangered species as a result of commercial whaling. In 1993, 4,000 of the 6,000 remaining whales in the North Pacific Ocean came to Hawaii. After the international ban on commercial whaling, North Pacific humpback whale populations increased to about 21,000. At least half to two-thirds of these humpbacks frequent Hawaiian waters during the winter months.

At birth, whale calves can weigh up to 3,000 pounds and are between 10 and 15 feet in length. As they mature, adult humpback whales can reach up to 40 feet in length and weigh over 40 tons. They have plate-like bristles known as baleen in their mouths instead of teeth and feed on krill or schools of fish. Because they're so big and love jumping out of the water, you can easily spot these incredible mammals on a whale watching tour in Waikiki!

This tour includes 2 options for whale watching: morning or afternoon. While you're on the water, spot other marine wildlife such as dolphins and turtles (year-round), or whales during the season of December through April. Sightsee along the stunning Waikiki coastline and enjoy a fun boat ride. The cruise includes dry snacks, soda, juice and water.

Seasonal differences: Whale watching is from DECEMBER through APRIL. Dolphins & turtles can be seen year-round.

Wildlife guaranteed: If you don't see marine wildlife, come back again one more time for free! (Re-rides only, no refunds. A re-ride is on a trip of equal or lesser value).

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour departs from 8am-10am or 3pm-4:30pm.

Kewalo Basin Harbor
1125 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814
FREE shuttle from Waikiki hotels

Yes, from December to April.

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Terms & Conditions:

IMPORTANT REQUIRED STEP: Separately you will receive an email for the Health Clearance waiver to be done by each individual in your party participating in a Hawaii Nautical/Port Waikiki Cruises activity. Parents/guardians also submit a form for each person 17 and under. Answer all questions, review health and safety precautions, and sign the waiver acknowledgment within one day of your scheduled activity.
Any trips that include food are prepackaged & single-serve. All consumption must be outside of cabin area. Guests may not bring their own food or beverage aboard, except for infants & toddlers. No alcohol may be brought aboard.
Attire: Come in shoes that you don't mind getting sandy, and are easy to remove. Casual clothing is recommended for all trips. On snorkel trips we suggest wearing swim trunks and a t-shirt for men, and a swimsuit under shorts or a wrap for ladies. There are shaded, covered and dry areas of this boat, and also optional areas such as the front nets where you can enjoy sea spray and more wind. Restrooms for changing are aboard the catamaran.
Regulations prohibit boats from approaching within 100 yards of a whale and you should never swim with or touch whales or any other marine mammals.

Cancellation Policy: