Whale Watch
From
$109/ person
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Duration
2 hours
Group size
Up to 18
Cancellation
Full refund if canceled up to 48 hours before the trip.
Departs
8:00am (Mon, Tue, Thu); 1:30pm (Sat)
Who this tour fits
0-23-67-1112-1718+
Age bands that meet this tour's minimum age.
- Minimum age
- 3 years
- Swimming ability
- No
- Physical intensity
- Moderate
- Group type
- Medium Group
- Max group size
- 18 guests
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible. Not suitable for those with impaired mobility. Expectant mothers and those with regular back or neck issues are not permitted. Not recommended for guests 75 and older due to the adventurous nature of the retired Navy SEAL boat.
From the listing, read Oct 15, 2026. Confirm with the operator when booking.
Confirm with the operator when booking.
Confirm with the operator when booking.
About this tour
Whale Watch puts travelers on the water off the Kailua-Kona coast aboard a retired Navy SEAL boat called Orca. The boat's speed lets it cover a wide range of ocean, improving the chances of spotting humpback whales that migrate to these waters each winter to mate, give birth, and nurse their young. Humpbacks can range far, so patience is part of the experience. Snacks and drinks are included. No hotel pickup is available, so travelers make their own way to the meeting point in Kona. The tour runs rain or shine unless conditions affect safety, and a minimum number of guests is required for the charter to go out. The boat is not suitable for people with impaired mobility, expectant mothers, or those with regular back or neck problems. Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and sun-protective clothing. A camera with a zoom lens is recommended, and binoculars are available to rent in limited supply.
Why book this operator
- Local operator in Kailua-Kona
- 5 out of 5 (9,320 Google reviews)
How booking here works
We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.
What's included
Not included
- Gratuity
- Gear rental
Tour details
- Days Operated
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Departure Time
- 8:00am (Mon, Tue, Thu); 1:30pm (Sat)
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate
- Food & Drinks
- None
- Free Cancellation Window
- 48 hours
- Group Size
- Medium Group
- Guided
- Yes
- Health Restrictions
- Pregnancy, back problems
- Hotel Pickup
- No
- Infant Policy
- Not allowed
- Maximum Age
- 75 years
- Maximum Passengers
- 18 guests
- Meeting Location
- Kona, HI
- Minimum Age
- 3 years
- Not Included
- Gratuity, gear rental
- Physical Intensity
- Moderate
- Pregnancy Restricted
- Yes
- Swimming Ability Required
- No
- Total Duration
- 2 hours
- Transport Included
- Meet at location
- Unaccompanied Minimum Age
- 18 years
- Vessel
- Orca
- Vessel Capacity
- 18 passengers
- Weather Dependent
- Yes
- What to Bring
- Sunscreen, Camera, Hat
- Wildlife Likely
- Humpback whale
Frequently asked questions
How long is Whale Watch?
Whale Watch lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Whale Watch cost?
Whale Watch ranges from $109 to $123 per person, depending on the option you choose.
Is there a minimum age for Whale Watch?
The minimum age for Whale Watch is 3 years old.
Where does Whale Watch meet?
Whale Watch meets at Kona, HI.
What is the cancellation policy for Whale Watch?
Full refund if canceled up to 48 hours before the trip.
From$109/ person
- Person: Non-Refundable • All Sales are Final$109
- Person: Refundable: Up To 48 Hours Before Trip$123
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Full refund if canceled up to 48 hours before the trip.
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