Whale Watch Big Island

KONA HONOKOHAU
2:15pm

Dec – Mar  |  1.5-2 Hours

Whale Watch Big Island, Kona Honokohau

Available daily when in-season, DECEMBER through MARCH

2:15pm – 4:15pm | 2 hours

Sailing Catamaran: HONI OLANI

53-foot, 49 passenger sailing catamaran A large vessel that is safe for all ages with conveniences that include restrooms, plenty of shade and ample seating

Prices
$107 Adults Ages 13+
$53.50 Children Ages 4-12
FREE Infant 0-3yr

What to Expect

Learn the true scale of humpback whales through an intimate encounter on a small-group whale watch, where every seat is a front seat. Get off the beaten path on our raft-style vessel, with enough speed to reach the whales and the perfect perspective close to the water to allow for a once-in-a-lifetime viewing.

See whales  during whale season December through March, or enjoy a tradewind sail April through November. Sightsee along the stunning Kona coastline, and enjoy a fun sail on the sailing catamaran Honi Olani. Cruises include soda, juice and water.

Whale Guaranteed: See whales or cruise again for free one time on a trip of same or lesser value on Maui, Big Island or Oahu or apply the value of your ticket to upgrade to any Hawaii Nautical trip. Wildlife guarantee is for one time re-ride only, no refunds.

What’s Included

  • Water
  • Soda
  • Juice

Meeting and Pick Up

BIG ISLAND, DEPARTING FROM Kona’s Honokohau Harbor

Honokohau Harbor
352-429 Kealakehe Pkwy,
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Directions: As you enter the Honokohau Harbor stay straight, do NOT turn right. Continue straight (all boats will be on your right and no boats on your left). Once you reach the yellow locked gate, turn right into the parking lot.  Check in at the Hawaii Nautical slip in the Outer Basin, slip #38, 20 minutes before departure.

Check in 20 minutes prior to tour start.

8.712% tax and harbor fee is added to all prices. Cancellation policy: 24-hour advance notice required for refund.

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Hawaii Nautical is one of Hawaii’s largest ocean-activity providers.

With a fleet of vessels islandwide serving many harbors across Oahu and the Big Island. We believe in delivering service, safety, and the spirit of Aloha.
We respect the ocean and the ecosystem, and follow strict guidelines so that all marine mammals and wildlife are protected. And we honor the host-culture and support the local communities in which we operate.
We want the natural environment you enjoy today to be here tomorrow, and for every tomorrow after.
That’s why we are Hawaii’s first Dolphin Smart-recognized operator. NOAA’s Dolphin Smart educates guests about dolphin conservation and harassment and advises not to seek activities that pursue close interactions like swimming with dolphins in Hawaii in the wild.
We also follow the guidelines of the Coral Reef Alliance, to establish lasting change and promote coral reef health around the world. That includes sustainable practices — such as no fish-feeding. Coral conservation aims to save these valuable ecosystems, unite communities and preserve cultural identity.
We’ve been wowing guests of all ages for decades in Hawaii. While there’s lots of excitement around our activities, we practice the highest level of safety in everything we do. We treat guests like ohana, the Hawaiian word for family that permeates everything we do.

Hawaii Nautical is one of Hawaii’s largest ocean-activity providers.

With a fleet of vessels islandwide serving many harbors across Oahu and the Big Island. We believe in delivering service, safety, and the spirit of Aloha.
We respect the ocean and the ecosystem, and follow strict guidelines so that all marine mammals and wildlife are protected. And we honor the host-culture and support the local communities in which we operate.
We want the natural environment you enjoy today to be here tomorrow, and for every tomorrow after.
That’s why we are Hawaii’s first Dolphin Smart-recognized operator. NOAA’s Dolphin Smart educates guests about dolphin conservation and harassment and advises not to seek activities that pursue close interactions like swimming with dolphins in Hawaii in the wild.
We also follow the guidelines of the Coral Reef Alliance, to establish lasting change and promote coral reef health around the world. That includes sustainable practices — such as no fish-feeding. Coral conservation aims to save these valuable ecosystems, unite communities and preserve cultural identity.
We’ve been wowing guests of all ages for decades in Hawaii. While there’s lots of excitement around our activities, we practice the highest level of safety in everything we do. We treat guests like ohana, the Hawaiian word for family that permeates everything we do.

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808-234-7245
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Hawaii time

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Reservations office:
87-1988 Pakeke Street, Unit 4, Waianae, HI 96792

Corporate mailing office:
46-471 Hololio Street, Kaneohe, HI 96744