Kona All-Season Whale Watching: Encounter Diverse Species on the Big Island of Hawaii

Experience the thrill of whale watching on the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. Encounter a diverse range of whale species year-round, including pilot whales, false killer whales, and spinner dolphins. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kailua-Kona - 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 humpback whales during…
What's Included
  • Whales!
  • Professional Crew
  • Cold Drinks
    Soft drinks and bottled water
Additional Information

Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we explore the offshore in search of pilot whales, false killer whales, whale sharks, spinner dolphins, sperm whales, and more!
Our Hawaiian Adventures crew is passionate about whales, and we pride ourselves on being the whale experts…

Location
275 Kealakehe Pkwy
Kealakehe Parkway
We recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to your tour. All guests need to meet at our company sign on the south-central side of the marina, 20 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(496 Ratings)
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Lauralmiller
Apr 24, 2025
Great tour, highly recommend - We really enjoyed our trip with Hawaiian Adventures Kona. Andrew and Olivia, our captain and naturalist guide, were great. We could tell they love their job and they know so much about the sealife here in Hawaii. We saw short-fin pilot whales, dolphins, sea turtles, mantra rays and a young whale shark. Great memories☺️
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Tomnk5723lj
Apr 24, 2025
Excellent tour and knowledgable crew - After not expecting to see much wildlife, the tour was a great surprise. The wildlife expert, Olivia, is exceptionally knowledgable as was the boat's captain. We ended up seeing two specis of dolphins, pilot whales, a whale shark and a very rare sighting of two manta rays (male following the femaile) at the surface. The boat stopped to allow Olivia to snorkle with the manta rays and document their behavior. Great experience.
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Molly_s
Apr 22, 2025
Great experience - Olivia, the naturalist, and Andrew, the captain, did a phenomenal job. We saw multiple pods of Pilot whales and both Spotted and Spinner dolphins. The Spotted dolphins stole the show….
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Maggie_s
Apr 21, 2025
A great way to experience nature! - This was a great investment of our time and money - so delightful! We saw and learned so much more than we expected. The ship is large with two levels, and you can move around easily. The water can get choppy, so we highly recommend taking precautions if you're prone to motion-sickness. It was a very comfortably sized group. Our captain Andrew and our marine biology expert, Olivia, were pleasant, extremely informed and could answer every question with ease. Highly recommend!
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Shelley119
Apr 21, 2025
Fantastic! - Wonderful crew, wonderful day & wonderful experience! The boat seemed brand new, the crew was professional, friendly & kind to all and we got exactly what we paid for - whales & dolphins! Wonderful!
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Georgeil8844ef
Apr 18, 2025
Whales Watch in April 2025 - Joined a Big Island whale‑watch: the crew were professional and passionate, offering clear insights on whale behaviors and spotting tips. Over our 2½ hour cruise, we saw a pod of whales traveling close by, spy‑hopping, logging at the surface, and graceful dives.
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Onair59505708633
Apr 17, 2025
Perfect day! - Absolutely perfect morning out with Captain Andrew and Nature expert, Olivia! We found probably the last Humpback whale in Hawaii, a massive pod of short finned pilot whales, spinner dolphins and flying fish were everywhere. The team were super friendly and helpful, even helping when folks were not feeling the best due to the motion in the ocean. Providing ginger chews/bags/ comfort. Lots of info shared by both Andrew and Olivia on the wildlife and about local legends and Hawaiian culture. Drinks were plentiful on the boat and fun was had by all. Would definitely recommend!
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242maleighaw
Apr 16, 2025
GREAT - Lot of fun. - WONDERFUL!! We saw dolphins and whales as guaranteed . Boat ride itself was a lot of fun. Big thanks to Andrew and Olivia for a great trip. Well worth the money.
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Carey
Apr 13, 2025
Great experience - Andy and Olivia were great guides. Olivia was very knowledgeable. We say schools of pilot whales, spinner dolphins and a momma humpback and a baby. We enjoyed the outing and would highly recommend to others.
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Keith_b
Apr 12, 2025
The crew was great and... - The crew was great and knowledgeable and we did see some pilot whales it was a great experience. Me and my wife had a great time.
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From $129
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).