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Humpback Whale Watching: Hawaii's Gentle Giants
4.9
9 Ratings
Honolulu
Humpback whales have traveled thousands of miles to the warm Hawaiian waters to birth their calves. With some luck, observers may even witness a newborn calf swimming beside its mother.
Humpback whales have traveled thousands of miles to the warm Hawaiian waters to birth their calves. With some luck, observers may even witness a newborn calf swimming beside its mother.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Iruka Hawaii Dolphin Snorkeling Tours - Witness the splendor of humpback whales as they make their way back to the Hawaiian Islands from Alaska! Gain insights into these magnificent animals and the region from our skilled and informed crew. Choose between a morning or sunset cruise, both providing stunning vistas of the renowned Waikiki coastline….
- Iruka Hawaii Dolphin Snorkeling Tours - Witness the splendor of humpback whales as they make their way back to the Hawaiian Islands from Alaska! Gain insights into these magnificent animals and the region from our skilled and informed crew. Choose between a morning or sunset cruise, both providing stunning vistas of the renowned Waikiki coastline. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks (alcohol is permitted, but please avoid glass bottles).

What's Included
- English, Japanese guide
- Water, tea, & hot cocoa
- English, Japanese guide
- Water, tea, & hot cocoa
What's Not Included
- Gratuity
- Gratuity
Location
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin Snorkeling Tours
Ala Moana Boulevard
Meet us at Iruka Hawaii Dolphin Snorkeling Tours marina office: 1125 Ala Moana Blvd Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F-16 Honolulu, HI 96814
Only a 10-minute drive from Waikiki, with free parking at the marina and neighboring Ala Moana Beach Park.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(9 Ratings)
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Yvonne_c
Feb 13, 2026
Excellent whale watching excursion - It has been extremely windy the whole time we’ve been here and the tour company that we went with for while watching has had to cancel multiple excursions due to the wind. We got lucky and we’re able to go out and we did see many many whales. At the end of the evening as the sun was setting, we were headed back in to the dock and in the distance we saw two whales breach. They serve hot tea, hot chocolate, and water during the excursion. The captain of the boat and Kristen the one crew member were both excellent. We were very pleased with this and we would schedule with this company again.
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368aliciao
Jan 24, 2026
Sunset whale watching - Lots of fun! Saw multiple whales, dolphins and a great sunset.
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Jessica_g
Jan 23, 2026
Whales and Beautiful Sunset - We had a fabulous time. Capt Ryan and his partner Wiley did a fabulous job making sure everyone was enjoying themselves but more importantly spotting whales. We were extremely lucky and saw so many whales blow, roll over and show their tails. The whole evening was wonderful. The beautiful sunset was a bonus!!
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Micheal_p
Jan 23, 2026
Highly recommend!!! - "We had an incredible time on the water! Captain Ryan was a wealth of knowledge and taught us so much about the whales and local sea life. First Mate Wylie was such a joy to talk to—so friendly and kept the vibes high with an absolutely amazing playlist. To top it all off, we saw two whales and a breathtaking sunset. Highly recommend this crew!
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Karissa_m
Jan 8, 2026
Best day ever! - Fun excursion. We saw the whales and this is the main reason for our visit. It was the best moment in my lifetime.
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Jocelyn_r
Mar 27, 2025
Small group, not crowded,... - Small group, not crowded, great sunset, a nice complementary hot drink on the ride back, knowledgeable staff & great show by the whales!
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Johnincincy
Feb 23, 2025
Beautiful sunset cruise with many whales! - Big thank you to Wylie and Captain Ryan for a wonderful experience on our sunset whale watching cruise. We had a smaller group, approximately 10 total, which gave plenty of space to spread out and everyone had unobstructed views. The boat is smaller than many large catamarans and other company's ships, which I strongly preferred for a more authentic, less commercial vibe. Captain Ryan's enthusiasm was infectious, and he shared extensive knowledge of whales as we sighted at least 6-8 whales on our tour, more than typical. This was the perfect balance of a small group that almost felt like a private tour, but without paying the huge costs of a private charter. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oahu in the winter during whale season.
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Phillip_t
Feb 25, 2025
Iruka whale watch and sunset cruise. - Captain Ryan was very knowledgeable and navigated us well. Amily was very friendly and helpful. We seen several whales and a beautiful sunset. Would recommend
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