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Hawaii Whale Watching - Big Island Ocean Sports Whale Watch Sailing

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Get acquainted with the magnificent humpback whale on a Hawaii whale watching sail. With departure from Waikoloa Bay, this whale watch is perfect for those staying on the Kohala Coast!

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Location: Waikoloa, West Hawaii
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 2hrs
Available: Mon - Sat (Dec-Apr)
Transportation: R/T from some Waikoloa hotels

Ocean Sports is uniquely qualified to help you view Hawaiifs whales. The crew is especially committed to protecting the whales by educating the public, and their departure location near Waikoloa is one of the most ideal whale watching locations on the Big Island. Your onboard marine naturalist will explain the humpbackfs dramatic behaviors as you listen to the whales communicate via the underwater hydrophone!

The Boats: You will be sailing on either the Sea Smoke or the Alala, both of which are smooth-sailing catamarans, made to glide effortlessly through the water.

Sea Smoke (Anaeho'omalu Bay):

Winning numerous trophies, including three transpacific victories, Sea Smoke is the most celebrated commercially operated catamaran in Hawaii.

This USCG certified, custom built 58' x 28' CSK sailing catamaran accommodates 49 passengers and features a full service bar, on board stereo, hydrophone for listening to marine life, indoor cabin, restroom, trampolines for sunbathing and spacious sun deck with comfortable seating.

Alala (Kawaihae Harbor):

Named after the endangered Hawaiian Crow, this luxurious sailing catamaran features a spacious deck with ample seating for all passengers and first-class amenities.

Itfs a USCG certified, custom built 65'x30' catamaran that accommodates 75 passengers and features a full service bar, hydrophone for listening to marine life, luxury indoor cabin, restrooms, trampolines for sunbathing and spacious sun deck.


Location: Anaeho'omalu Bay, Waikoloa, West Hawaii

  • Check-in at The Beach Hut at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Waikoloa, West Hawaii

Time & Duration: *The times are approximate and are subject to change

Check-in Departure Duration Return
Morning Whale Watch 9:30am 10:00am 2 hours noon
Afternoon Whales & Cocktails 2:30pm 3:00pm 2 hours 5:00pm

Days of Operation: Monday - Saturday (December 15, 2007 - April 15, 2008)

Transportation: Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from the following hotels – Hapuna Prince, Mauna Kea, Fairmont, Mauna Lani, Shores at Waikoloa and Bay Club at Waikoloa. If you would like a transportation, please indicate below.

Whale sightings are guaranteed OR you can go again for free! Children under 3 are free.

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Important Notices(for all packages):
Whale sightings are guaranteed or you can go again for free. Children under 3 are free. Barefoot and beach attire are recommended as passengers must walk through knee deep water to board and disembark (shoes should have rubber soles, no black bottom shoes).
Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity start time will be subject to a(n) 100% charge.
*This cancellation policy is set by the activity provider.
Cancellation Service Fee: No (0%) Cancellation Service Fee is applied for cancellations made outside of the above cancellation policy set by the activity provider.
*The prices are not inclusive of tax & fees
GE Tax (4.166%) , Harbor Fee (3.0%) will be added to the price above.