Hawaii's Best Whale Watching Tours (Dec-Apr), Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

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Hawaii's Best Whale Watching Tours (Dec-Apr)

Arrange your Big Island whale watching cruise between December and April for a chance to spot majestic humpback whales in migration from Alaska. These giants often breach the water in incredible displays that are not to be missed, with many travelers reporting these experiences to be the high point of their trip. These are fantastic opportunities to learn about sea life and the role whales play in the ecosystem.

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Big Island Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]
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Come and join Hawaii Nautical's Waikoloa whale watch tour! If you don't see whales, you can sail again for free. The on-board naturalist will make sure you find whales and enjoy your whale watching cruise! Soft drinks, juice & water are included.

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USD117.32

(12 reviews)

Daily

2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Big Island Afternoon Whale Watch Tour from Kona - Body Glove Cruises [Dec - Mar]
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Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime chance to watch humpback whales in their natural habitat. Join Body Glove Cruises on a 2.5-hour tour to view these incredible creatures up close. Children 5 and under are free and sightings are guaranteed!

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USD135.14

(68 reviews)

Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat

3 hour(s) (afternoon)
Kona Whale Watch Afternoon Tour - Honi Olani Catamaran 90-Min Cruise [Dec-Mar]
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See Humpback Whales in Hawaii aboard Honi Olani Catamaran. Cruise with Hawaii Nautical on a top rated 90-minutes Kona Whale Watching Sail. Daily afternoon departures from Honokohau Harbor available from Dec-Mar. Includes soft drinks and water.

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USD117.32

(1 review)

Daily

2.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
2.5-hour Dolphins & Whale Watch Raft Adventure Tour from Keauhou Bay [Dec-Mar]
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Enjoy a 2.5-hour Kona whale watching adventure on a fast ocean raft to see the Humpback whales and dolphins as they come to Hawaii every winter to give birth. Join expert marine naturalists as they look for whales and listen to their beautiful song.

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USD107.63

(1 review)

Daily

3 hour(s) (morning)
3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Jan-Feb]
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See humpback whales on a private Big Island whale watching cruise charter, and experience the wonder of seeing Hawaii's winter visitors within the beauty of a marine sanctuary. The best Kona whale watching cruise is available for a limited time only!

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USD785.32

(3 reviews)

Daily

3.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
3-Hour Kona Whale Watching Tour & Rafting Expedition - Captain Zodiac [Dec-Mar]
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Join Captain Zodiac on the best Kona whale watching expedition. Search for Humpback Whales on a speedy 24ft Zodiac raft and get a front row seat to see these majestic mammals in the beautiful waters of Kona. Available Dec- Mar.

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USD126.47

(9 reviews)

Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat

3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)