Whale Watching (Dec - Apr) (Cruises, Sailing & Boat Tours), Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

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Every winter between the months of December and April, humpback whales migrate to the warm, Pacific waters of Hawaii to calve and nurse their newborns. If you're lucky, you'll be able to see the whales play offshore just by standing on the coast and looking out to the ocean! For a more reliable experience, book a whale watching tour, where you'll sail out into the water with an experienced captain and crew to find whales and observe them from a a close, but respectable, distance.

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Makai Powerboat Morning Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Whales Guaranteed!
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Come and join Hawaii Nautical's whale watching tour! Their Whale Watch Guarantee means if you don't see whales, you can sail again for free. The on-board naturalist and captain will make sure you find whales and enjoy your whale watching cruise!

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Kohala Coast Whale Watch Tours - Morning & Sunset Cruise
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Set a course along the Kohala Coast for a chance to see migrating whales! Choose from morning trips, cocktail cruises and afternoon sailing. Great for all ages.

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Kohala Whale Watching Cruise - Whales Guaranteed or Come Back Again FREE!
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See humpback whales in Hawaii! From December through April, humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii. Board the Lavakai to catch these beautiful mammals at their best on our exciting eco-friendly whale watching excursions.

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Body Glove Cruises Kona Whale Watch Tour (from Kailua-Kona Pier)
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Sail beautiful Kona coast in search of humpback whales! See and experience this phenomenon, a rare opportunity to listen to their songs and learn all about the annual Hawaii whale season.

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USD105.95

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Ocean Encounters Kona Whale Watch Cruise Afternoon Tour (from Honokohau Harbor)
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Hop on board with Kona fishermen to search for majestic Humpback Whales during their winter migration on this exciting 2.5 hour boat tour.

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Captain Zodiac Ocean Rafting Kona Whale Watch Tour (from Honokohau Harbor)
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Set out on a search for Humpback Whales on a speedy 24-ft Zodiac raft, and get a “front row seat” to see these majestic mammals in the beautiful waters of Kona.

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USD108.09

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3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Into The Blue Kona Whale Watching Tour Small Group Experience
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Leave the crowds to the big boats and cruise the west coast of the Big Island in an exciting RIB Zodiac Speed Boat as you search for Hawaii most famous winter time visitors, the Humpback Whale. Whale sightings guaranteed or you can go again for free!

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USD102.03

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3.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
Hilo Whale Watch Cruise - Small Group Expedition

Embark on a 2-hour, 30-mile sightseeing cruise along the scenic Hamakua coastline, seeing the humpback whales during their yearly migration to Hawaii!

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USD123.96

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2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Whale Discovery Adventure - Kona Whale Watching Cruise from Keauhou Bay
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Enjoy a two and a half hour speed boat adventure on a quick, maneuverable raft to see the Humpback whales as they come to Hawaii every winter to give birth. Join our naturalist team as they look for whales and listen to their beautiful song.

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3 hour(s) (afternoon)