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Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

2 hr 30 min
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4.3/5
Product code: 15509P3
4.3 · 144 reviews
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$105.95
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About this activity

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on the PA system through a hydrophone and take photos of whales up-close. Snacks and beverages are included (no-host bar also available). Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you can come again free!

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What is included

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)Other
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleSurfaces wheelchair accessible
All taxes, fees and handling chargesOther
Beverages (alcoholic drinks available for purchase)Other
Boarding 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure timeOther
Children must be accompanied by an adultOther
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-onsSafety contactless payments for gratuities and add
Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.Other
Gear/equipment sanitised between useSafety gear equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash handsSafety guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staffSafety hand sanitizer available to travelers and s
Hotel pickup and drop-offOther
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerStroller accessible
Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.Other
Live commentary on boardOther
Professional guideOther

Cancellation policy

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

Standard
Weather cancellation available

Refund rules

100% refundable until 1 day before departure
0% refundable from 0 to 1 day before departure

Reviews

5/5

Watching the whales

This was so much fun. We saw alot of whales. And our captain kept us close to them and the whale watcher did a great job telling us everything we wanted to know about whales. This was so informational. The crew kept us in drinks when needed. I would definitely do it again.

Reviewed by Vicki_U - 2023-02-04
5/5

Whale watching extraordinary

Very enjoyable and informative. Loved seeing and hearing the whales. Made my day! The crew was friendly. You could tell they love their job

Reviewed by Guyanne_C - 2023-02-04
5/5

Whale watching

We had to leave early due to lightning but they gave us a credit to come back anytime. The crew was very nice and knowledgeable as to where the whales would be. We were able to see a few whales but due to people standing up front our view was obstructed. The crew had asked people up front to sit in their seats so people in the back could see but they didn’t enforce it so people ignored them.

Reviewed by babrams7 - 2023-01-29
3/5

Accidental booking.

Ironically, I accidentally booked this whale watch. This harbor is NOT fun when there is a cruise ship in “port”. Standing in line on hot blacktop for 30 minutes is not fun. Boat is intended for dinner cruises…not whale watching. BUT the whales were relatively active. Book with Hang Loose instead. Better smaller boat that is conducive to watching whales. Leaves from harbor closer to airport. Goes farther north along the coast where you see more whales and tons of spinner dolphins.

Reviewed by melindah471 - 2023-01-27
3/5

Too crowded, not worth the money paid

Too crowded, felt feel sick and that never happened before. Seen May be 2 whales. Not with the money paid. If have opportunity stay at your resort and watch whales there.

Reviewed by Anastasia_i - 2023-01-27

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