Hawaii Nautical - Luxury Powerboat Whale Watch

Luxury Powerboat Whale Watch (From Kawaihae Harbor)

Hawaii Nautical

scheduleDuration: 2 hours

Operates daily from December through March.

  • was$184.81
  • now$159.00

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Hawaii Nautical - Luxury Powerboat Whale Watch (Kawaihae Harbor)

🐋 Hawaii Nautical - Luxury Powerboat Whale Watch (Kawaihae Harbor)

Set out on a premium whale watching adventure with Hawaii Nautical aboard the Makai, a fast and comfortable 6-passenger powerboat departing from Kawaihae Harbor. With a small group size, every seat offers an unobstructed, front-row view of the ocean and the majestic humpback whales that visit Hawaii each winter.

The Makai’s speed allows you to reach the whales quickly and enjoy exceptional viewing angles right at water level—perfect for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. You can also book all six seats for a private, customized experience.

🎉 Tour Highlights:

  • Small-group whale watching cruise along the Kohala Coast
  • Luxury 6-passenger powerboat with water-level views
  • Option to reserve all seats for a private tour
  • Excellent opportunities for photography and up-close encounters

✅ Whales Guaranteed:

If no whales are seen on your tour, you can ride again one more time for free (rerides only, no refunds).

Special instructions

  • Where and When:

    Tour times:
    Morning: 8:00 am - 10:00 am
    Mid-day: 10:45 am - 12:45 pm
    Afternoon: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Check in 15 minutes prior to departure at the Kawaihae Harbor-South, 61-3527 Kawaihae Rd, Waimea, HI 96743
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    Directions to Kawaihae Harbor-South:
    From Hwy 19 bear left onto Hwy 270 (Akoni Pule Hwy). Head north briefly on Route 270, look toward the left for a green gate enclosing a port complex. Take the very first left into the green gate, following the sign for gate 1. Take an immediate left at the sign for gate 13. Follow the paved road over several speed bumps until the road ends at a gravel parking lot overlooking a dock. Makai will be the first boat on your left when you walk down the ramp. Look for a grey-and-black raft-style vessel.

  • Restrictions:

    There are no specific restrictions for this activity.

    Please keep in mind this is on a smaller powerboat and may not be suited for those who get very motion sick or with injuries that would be aggravated by the boat's movement with the waves.

  • Operation Days:

    Daily from December through March

  • Duration:

    2 hours

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