Quick Details
Available December–March
This tour includes:
- Engaging narration from a naturalist, providing insights into the behavior and habitat of the marine life encountered.
- Complimentary snacks on board
- Sightings guaranteed or you can come again for free!
Kona Whale Watch Cruise
Every year between December and March, more than 8,000 humpback whales journey over 3,500 miles to Hawaii where they congregate to breed, calf, and nurse their young. Our two and a half hour whale watching in Kona tour offers you a rare opportunity to view and experience this phenomenon.
You may even have the opportunity to hear singing humpback whales through our underwater hydrophone! There’s also a chance to see spinner dolphins, pilot and sperm whales, manta rays, sea turtles, and more. Book this amazing, seasonal Kona whale watching cruise and experience an unforgettable and natural Hawaiian adventure! Sightings are guaranteed or come again for free!
Photo credit: Body Glove Naturalist, Brittany Hendricks
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Light snacks.
Complimentary sodas, juices, tea, and coffee.
Cocktails available for purchase.
Carbon Offset
Since August 2019 we provide the option to offset carbon emissions from your cruise. Please consider to keep the check mark during your booking process. This will allow you to enjoy a carbon neutral cruise and with that support the health of our beloved oceans. Find out more about our impact.
Trip FAQs
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From December through March, humpback whales migrate here to play, mate, and raise their calves.
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While nature doesn’t do guarantees, sightings are common. If we don’t see whales, you can come again for free!
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There’s a chance you’ll also see spinner dolphins, pilot and sperm whales, manta rays, sea turtles, and more.
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Absolutely! The boat is stable, there’s plenty of seating, and kids love spotting “spouts” and tails.
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About 2.5 hours, giving you plenty of time to cruise for whale sightings and still have the rest of the day free.
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Engaging narration from a naturalist provides insights into the behavior and habitat of Hawaii’s marine life. Complimentary snacks are also provided on board!
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