Big Island: Whale Watching Tour

4.8 (649 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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649 reviews

4.8

Big Island: Whale Watching Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

See whales from up-close — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Let us take you for an awesome journey on our fast powered catamaran that has shade to offer while spotting whales. The boat is also equipped in head (bathroom). Cruise along the coast in search of whales during season (December until mid April). If you are visiting Hawaii during this time, don't miss out and reserve your seat to see those magnificent creatures up close. We guarantee seeing whales or come again for free!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 48 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Hang Loose Boat Tours

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Your 2.5-hour journey begins aboard our modern passenger powered catamaran. It is designed for open oceans conditions that will allow you to sit back, relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful Island of Hawaii while watching the humpback whales in their natural habitat. Drinks and snacks are included. There is an available restroom onboard.

Stop 1
Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor
Hang Loose Boat Tours

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Gentry's Kona Marine and a small gas station -Sea Store and Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right (restrooms). Meet crew under the pavilion.

End point

After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Gentry's Kona Marine and a small gas station -Sea Store and Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right (restrooms). Meet crew under the pavilion.

Using your ticket

Hotel pick-up & drop-off is not included in this tour. Please be sure to check-in at Honokohau Marina North Boat Ramp (74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740)
You must contact the local supplier at least 24 hours prior to tour date to confirm.
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Not recommended for pregnant women in advanced pregnancy
Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems or injuries within the last 3 years
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Age restriction: minimum age allowed is 2 years old; maximum age allowed is 75 years old (unless approved by the supplier)
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled by the supplier, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

## HANG LOOSE BOAT CHECK-IN is at:

Honokohau Marina North Boat Ramp

74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy

Kailua Kona, Hawaii 96740

We are located 4.5 mile south of the Kona Airport and 3.5 miles north of Kailua Kona. After turning into the Honokohau Harbor take the very first road to your right. Follow the road which veers to the left until it ends at a large parking lot. When you get to the parking lot drive to your left towards the boat ramp. You will meet your crew member by the pavilion next to the public restrooms.

Check-in is at Honokohau Harbor near Pavilion/Restrooms

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.