Hawaiian Adventure: Kona Marine Life Exploration

Join expert guides on a thrilling Humpback Whale Watch Tour in Kona’s calm waters. Experience marine life up close on safe, comfortable boats.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor - Kona is a premier destination for whale and wildlife enthusiasts. The region’s tranquil waters, deep coastlines, and diverse marine life make it a top-tier wildlife location. Tours depart from Honokohau Harbor, providing access to both near-shore and pelagic zones. In the near-shore zone, visitors can witness…
What's Included
  • Professional Onboard Naturalist
  • Complimentary Cold Beverages
  • Guaranteed Whales
Additional Information

Exceptional Crew

Hawaiian Adventures boasts a team of true ocean specialists. With thousands of tours under their belt, they prioritize each one as the most important. The captains and guides, with years of experience on the water, are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge and passion for the Big Island and its marine life.

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Location
Hawaiian Adventures Kona
Kealakehe Parkway
Please meet by the white Hawaiian Adventures Kona sign located on the south-central side of Honokohau Harbor. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure. We recommend arriving to the harbor 30 minutes before your tour to find parking.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Travel305820
Mar 30, 2026
Beautiful Whale Excursion - We had a wonderful time on this boat tour. We got to see whales, sharks and also dolphins. The crew were incredibly kind and very knowledgeable. Very clean and beautiful boat to explore the island and sea.
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Kelly
Mar 28, 2026
They found the whales! - We had a great time. It was late in the season but Amy still found the whales. A mom and calf. Dennis gave us all the info. We love this experience. Highly recommended.
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Warren_b
Mar 24, 2026
A whale of a good time! - Excellent excursion from beginning to end. The company was on top of weather conditions and continued to keep us informed by text of time change. Shane (owner), Amy (Shane’s daughter) and Pam (our most excellent guide and conversationalist) provided friendly and intelligent information and explanations. The boat was first class with comfortable seating, clean conditions (restroom was immaculate!), plus up-to-date equipment and gracious hospitality. Gorgeous weather, fair amount of waves but nothing too big. We encountered bottlenose dolphins, a hammerhead shark and three humpbacks, two males and one female. We understand that his was somewhat unusual as the migration season ends on March 31 with the pregnant mothers and babies heading back north. We stayed alongside the whales for at least an hour, observing lots of sprays and many whale tails! We highly recommend Hawaiian Adventures Whale Excursions! It’s first-rate!
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Janet_s
Mar 23, 2026
I was worried we were not going to see anything but just as we turned around to head back to port they saw a whale - They were very patient and looking for whales. Saw one just as we turned around to go back but they turned around so we could see it as well.
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Warrenbk4200cb
Mar 22, 2026
Whale of a time! - Everything was first class…the crew, the boat, the experience. The crew member on the main deck was extremely knowledgeable about whales and the local environment. Her sharing added immeasurably to our experience. Despite it being late in the season, we viewed three whales for about 45 minutes. We are ready to go again. Highly recommend!
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113bdw
Mar 22, 2026
Amazing experience - Our family had a great whale watching tour with Hawaiian Adventures ! The boat is beautiful and very comfortable with all seats having a great view. It was nice having the option of sitting in the sun or shade. Our young female captain and naturalist were outstanding ! Appreciated the tour starting on time as well as the communication received prior to with directions, parking information, sunscreen instructions etc. We had been on the tour for nearly an hour with no whales in site, our crew kept going further, being determined to find whale for their guests which they certainly did. We saw so many whales, eventually needing to head back. During the return trip we saw a school of spinner dolphins on both sides of the boat as well as underneath! Thank you for persevering on your quest to search out the whales. Appreciated the extra time spent on the boat. Made for a memorable family tour which our grandchildren absolutely Loved. Looking forward to going again on a return trip to Kona. Would highly recommend!!
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D636yslaurenh
Mar 22, 2026
Whale of a good time!!! - Had an amazing time and was able to see a pod of 5 competition male humpback whales, dolphins, and a juvenile hammerhead shark. The crew was very knowledgeable and friendly. Truly awesome trip and well worth the cost. If you have a chance to go on this tour, I highly recommend it.
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Elizabeth_p
Mar 19, 2026
Tour was wonderful a... - Tour was wonderful a little patience reaped great rewards. Saw a whale that surfaced for a long time. Captain very enthusiastic and the onboard marine naturalist was very informative. Very good trip worth the time.
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Jenniferr1_p
Mar 17, 2026
Loved it! - We loved it! Fewer whales now this end of the season but we saw a whale breech, and a momma/calf together. It was terrific and the naturalists were so knowledgeable
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Ingaz203
Mar 25, 2026
No whale seen - Unfortunately not seen a single whale Crew was very eager
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