Ocean Encounters whale watching tour along the Big Island coastline with opportunities to see breaching humpback whales

Whale Watch Tour

Ocean Encounters

Ocean Encounters – Whale Watch Tour offers an unforgettable cruise along the Kona Coast, where humpback whales migrate each winter from Alaska to Hawaii's warm waters. Enjoy thrilling close-up sightings, breathtaking photo opportunities, and the chance to see dolphins and sea turtles, all from a spacious and comfortable 46-foot vessel with shaded seating, a cabin, and modern amenities.

scheduleDuration: 2.5 hours

Operates daily from mid-December through March.

  • was$118.48
  • now$102.00

🐋 Ocean Encounters - Whale Watch Tour

Every winter from December through March, majestic humpback whales migrate from the cold waters of Alaska to the warm Hawaiian seas. Join Ocean Encounters for an unforgettable whale watching cruise along the scenic Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii.

🎉 Tour Highlights:

  • Experience thrilling close-up views of humpback whales in their natural habitat
  • Spot other marine life such as spinner dolphins and Hawaiian green sea turtles
  • Capture stunning ocean and wildlife photos with breathtaking island backdrops

🍽️ Tour Inclusions:

  • Light snacks
  • Soda and water

🚤 The Boat:

  • 46 ft. vessel
  • Big and roomy with a restroom, plenty of shaded areas
  • Big swim step and extra sturdy ladder so you can get out of the water easily
  • Inside cabin and upstairs seating

Special Instructions

Where and When
Tour times:
9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour time at Honokohau Harbor, 74-425 Kealakehe Prkwy #1, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 View Map

Directions for Honokohau Harbor & Check-In:
Honokohau Harbor is 5 miles south of Kona airport and 3-4 miles north of Kailua-Kona. At the traffic light intersection, take Kealakehe Parkway from the highway (Hwy 19) towards the ocean. You'll see the sailboat masts from the highway and there's a sign for Honokohau Harbor. Take that road lined with coconut palms and turn right at your first opportunity, then second left. Check in at the Bite Me Sportfishing charter desk.
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Daily from mid-December through March
2.5 hours

Ocean Encounters - Whale Watch Tour Prices

  • Per Adult (12 yrs+)
    $118.48 $102.00
    Per Child (2-11 yrs)
    $86.17 $70.00
    Per Infant (0-1 yrs)
    $64.63 $52.00

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