Hawaii whale watching
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Come along to see these beautiful mammals at their best on this exciting eco-friendly whale-watching excursions. Every December through April, thousands of Humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii. Dolphins are likely to be seen, too. Morning-trip vessel Makai is is a fast and nimble open powerboat, with plenty of sea-spray likely on trips outside the bay or choose the afternoon trip on board the Sprit of Aloha catamaran for a slower more relaxed experience.
Highlights
- Hop on board to explore the vast ocean
- Get up close and personal to the majestic whales
- Perfect to bring your family and friends along
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Whale-watching excursion
Not included
- Gratuities
Where you'll meet
Vessels depart from Anaehoomalu Bay at the Waikoloa Beach Resort. Please be at the check-in flag on the beach at 20 minutes before. You can park at the A-Bay Beach Park parking lot, and walk along the beach toward the middle. Look for the orange Hawaii Nautical check-in banner near the two prominent coconut trees. A representative will come to meet you there and lead you to the tender-boat transfer.
Operated by
Hawaii Nautical
Important information
* **Morning** trip on Makai powerboat: Bring clothes that you dont mind getting wet. There is limited storage beneath each saddle-style seat for dry storage
* **Afternoon** trip on catamaran Spirit of Aloha: There are restrooms and shaded, covered and dry areas and also optional areas where you can enjoy sea spray and more wind. **T**here is covered space to place belongings that will stay dry
* Boarding is a beach-loading process with transfer from a tender-boat and barefoot entry that takes a few steps into the seawater from the beach
* Soda, juice and water available for purchase onboard
* Times are subject to change, and trips are subject to cancellation, for weather, operational and maintenance reasons or with seasons
* If you don't see whales on a whale watch-specific trips, come back again one more time for free! Rerides only (on trips of equal or lesser value), no refunds