Hawaii Nautical Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa [Dec - Mar]
Highlights
Reviews
So nice to be on the water
Shauna
Too much paperwork, for just a little boat ride.
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Overview
Big Island
2 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Not Accessible
What to expect
Packages
Packages
Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise [Sailing Catamaran]
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Price per Adult :
Morning Whale Watch Cruise [Holona Speed Powerboat]
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• The tour operates at the Spirit of Aloha, a comfortable and stable 54ft sailing catamaran, certified for up to 49 passengers.
Overview
Schedule
Check-in

Cruise to find Humpback Whales. Once the vessel gets close as allowed to the whales, the captain will turn off the engine so as to not disturb them. Enjoy this unique, seasonal tour with non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Check-out
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Required items to bring & attire
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sweatshirt / light jacket
- Motion sickness preventative
- Please come in shoes that you don't mind getting sandy, and are easy-to-remove for beach-ramp boarding.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 49.
• The tour operates at the Holona 40’ powerboat. A fully shaded, spacious bench seating, onboard restroom, fast and fun, certified for up to 34 passengers.
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Anaeho'omalu Bay

Cruise to find Humpback Whales. Once the vessel gets close as allowed to the whales, the captain will turn off the engine so as to not disturb them. Enjoy this unique, seasonal tour with non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Check-out
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Due to the bumpy nature of the ride, guests with neck, back or joint problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Required items to bring & attire
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sweatshirt / light jacket
- Motion sickness preventative
- Please come in shoes that you don't mind getting sandy, and are easy-to-remove for beach-ramp boarding.
- There is no storage on board. Please bring a minimum of personal belongings. Any electronic devices should be covered to keep them dry.
- This is a fast and nimble open powerboat, with plenty of sea-spray likely on trips outside the bay. Clothing that you don't mind getting wet is recommended.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 49.
Reviews
So nice to be on the water
This is a wonderful catamaran! We didn't see any whales this trip but I love being on the ocean so I didn't care. As a bonus if there are not any whales you can go back for another trip. I recommend this to anyone goi...
moreToo much paperwork, for just a little boat ride.
I could not believe all the questions and declarations I had to fill out for this boat ride. Only online, no way to ask questions did I see and a legal interrogation like I was applying for the FBI. Then we are told the...
moreWhale watching near hilton for the masses
Overall it's an must do cruise to go out on the ocean on a Catamaran near the Waikoloa area.
We saw whales from far off as it was afternoon and the bigger ship is not attractive to the whales.
We would do the morni...
Activity Provider Hawaii Nautical - Big Island
Activity Provider
FAQ
Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- Any cancellations made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sweatshirt / light jacket
- Motion sickness preventative
- Please come in shoes that you don't mind getting sandy, and are easy-to-remove for beach-ramp boarding.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- You can book a maximum of 49.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Due to the bumpy nature of the ride, guests with neck, back or joint problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sweatshirt / light jacket
- Motion sickness preventative
- Please come in shoes that you don't mind getting sandy, and are easy-to-remove for beach-ramp boarding.
- There is no storage on board. Please bring a minimum of personal belongings. Any electronic devices should be covered to keep them dry.
- This is a fast and nimble open powerboat, with plenty of sea-spray likely on trips outside the bay. Clothing that you don't mind getting wet is recommended.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- You can book a maximum of 49.
Hawaii Nautical Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa [Dec - Mar]
