Whale Watching Tour - Big Island, Hawaii
Overview
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2 hours
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It is finally that time of year where the beautiful humpback whales make their return to the Hawaiian islands after migrating from Alaska! Step aboard the Kibou and explore the incredible Kailua-Kona coast while searching for our seasonal humpback whales! Learn about the majestic creatures and the local area with our experienced and knowledgeable crew! Bring your own beverages, sit back, and enjoy the view with Iruka Hawaii Dolphin!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Whales are wild animals, so the sighting is not guaranteed. In case of no whale, we will put you on a next available tour as a rain check for free of charge.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Travel along the beautiful Kona coast and search for our seasonal humpback whales as they have made their annual return after migrating from Alaska. Explore beautiful blue waters and see mountainous views on the best whale watching boat tour in Kona!
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Bathroom onboard
Gratuities
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Whale Watching Tour - Big Island, Hawaii
Reviews
149 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thar’ She Blows
Cheryl F,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great whale watching experience on the Big Island. The crew was fun and informative. Perfect length - about two hours. We hit the peak whale sighting time in February and saw many whales, some up pretty close.
Incredible Experience & Crew
R6294XWkelseyb,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trevor, Diego, and Tamae were truly the best tour guides we could have asked for. They were polite, knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly entertaining, all while demonstrating a genuine commitment to conservation. One of the highlights of the tour was when they used a sound probe to let us listen to the whales in real time — such an unforgettable experience. The crew went above and beyond by providing complimentary photos, drinks, and snacks, which made the trip even more enjoyable. We were lucky enough to see multiple whales, including one that swam directly beneath our boat. The crew even captured underwater photos of this whale and airdropped them to us on the spot. I would 100% recommend a whale watching tour with this company. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a better crew.
Had a very enjoyable trip...
Andrew G,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a very enjoyable trip on the 2pm tour. The guides were very friendly and made it a fun experience. They explained information and interesting facts throughout the tour. We were fortunate enough to see several whales. Would definitely recommend.
Book It, It’s Worth It!
188kyleem,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Trevor and Nick were great! We couldn’t have asked for a better crew. They were very knowledgeable and made the experience enjoyable. We were on the morning tour and saw dolphins coming into the bay to rest after barely exiting the harbor. We even saw Manta Rays feeding on the surface. And lots of Whale action. By far the best whale watching tour we have been on!
CHOOSE THIS COMANY FOR YOUR AWESOME HAWAII TOURS GREAT STAFF
G6891AGdianas,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff was excellent and informative and attentive, and 1sttime out no whaes took advantage of the offer to rebook we did, and yes, we saw whales and had a great time, and would choose this company for the
Must Do!!
O8880KVjeffw,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was phenomenal! Lena seemed to have “intel” about where to look and she came through! We were very pleased with the number of sightings we had! Both Maddie and Lena had a wealth of whale knowledge that they shared with us. Really enjoyed listening to the whales sing!
Must See
Amey C,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great trip. We saw some whales breach and a calf too! Our guides were very knowledgeable and everyone was super nice. Highly recommend this tour.
Good family fun.
Carrie R,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really fun and knowleable captain and crew. Fun day even if it was raining. Watch for those who might get sea sick.
Fantastic trip!
DaleC B,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew was fun and knowledgeable about all things whale, we were so lucky we got to see a whale shark on our trip!!
Wonderful day
MaryAnn J,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day whale and dolphin watching. So many whales!! Definitely a must do if you’re around d Kona. We saw so many whales.
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