2.5 Hour Whale Watching Experience in Kona

Overview

Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we explore the offshore in search of pilot whales, false killer whales, whale sharks, spinner dolphins, sperm whales, and more!

Our Hawaiian Adventures crew is passionate about whales, and we pride ourselves on being the whale experts of the Big Island. The ocean provides new opportunities on every tour, so trust the guides who do this every day! Our crew works hard to show you the most wildlife on every trip, and we aim to leave you with a new appreciation for Kona’s whales, wildlife, and vibrant ecosystem. Come winter, spring, summer, or fall, our goal is to show you it all!

Departure Times
March 24 - December 15: 8:30 AM
December 16 - March 23: 7 AM, 11 AM, & 3:30 PM

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Tue 13 May

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Starting at $119.00

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Tue 13 May

Starting at $119.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Whales!

Professional Crew

Cold Drinks – Soft drinks and bottled water

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not appropriate for children under the age of 10

What To Expect

Kailua-Kona

Kona is the ultimate whale and wildlife destination. Kona’s calm waters, deep coastlines, and variety of marine life make the region a world-class wildlife location. Our tours leave out of Honokohau Harbor, which has access to both near-shore and pelagic zones. Exploring the near-shore zone, you have the opportunity to see humpbacks during the winter months, spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, manta rays, and flying fish. With a US Coast Guard offshore certification, Hawaiian Adventures Kona can also reach the pelagic zone- something very few tours do. The pelagic zone expands the search into waters thousands of feet deep to look for pilot whales, beaked whales, sperm whales, spotted dolphins, whale sharks, and more! Hawaiian Adventures’ tour durations allow for a greater search range, more time with whales, and more wildlife encounters on every tour!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (467)

Happiness52642865798

Mar 2024

It was a great time. I was able to see whales 3.4 times and dolphins once by changing locations. We saw a large whale right next to the ship. Ta. It was exactly like what you see on TV. The boat was large and stable, and there was a toilet. It's comfortable because it has a roof. Shoes are taken off when boarding, but the floor of the ship was clean and there was no problem at all.

Response from Host

Mar 2024

Mahalo for joining our adventure! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the trip and Kona's whales and wildlife!

Climber06349461423

Sep 2023

It was a nice boat tour but unfortunately nothing more. We didn't see any of the guaranteed whale sightings that are advertised and you could only just see dolphins in the distance. We saw a lot of water. There was a 50% discount offered for tomorrow (if there are still places available) or in 20 years. All in all, it's not worth the money.

Response from Host

Sep 2023

We're glad you had a nice time onboard Artemis, and we do understand that Mother Nature did not provide as plentiful sightings on your tour. Although we have a very high success rate for spotting cetaceans, every day is a new search on the water. Because our goal is to provide a wildlife-rich trip, we hope to see you again with 50% off your next tour; a discount that does not expire and which you are welcome to use at any point in the future. Mahalo