Whale Watching Tour | December - March

From December through March, Diamond Head Cruises offers an unforgettable whale watching tour December - March Honolulu experience aboard their high-speed 28-foot adventure raft-the same type trusted by the U.S. Coast Guard. With just six guests maximum, this intimate 1 hour 45 minute journey along Waikiki's coastline puts you front row for humpback whale encounters.

These majestic giants travel thousands of miles to Hawaii's warm waters for breeding and calving, and your certified captain knows exactly where to find them. Using real-time whale activity and recent sightings, they'll adjust routes on the fly to maximize your chances of witnessing spectacular breaching, tail-slapping, and pectoral waving. Sometimes you'll even hear their haunting songs echoing through the water.

The high-speed capability means covering more ocean territory while maintaining respectful distances from marine life. Hawaiian spinner dolphins, sea turtles, and flying fish often make surprise appearances during your whale watching tour December - March Honolulu adventure along this biodiverse coastline.

Six guests max means everyone gets unobstructed views and personalized attention from the crew. They'll provide complimentary bottled water and local Hawaiian juice, plus there's a cooler with ice if you want to bring your own snacks and beverages.

What makes this special? The flexible itinerary follows the whales, not a predetermined route. Each tour becomes unique based on wildlife behavior and seasonal migration patterns.

Meet at Kewalo Basin Harbor (1125 Ala Moana Boulevard, Pier A, Slip 15) with check-in starting 10 minutes before departure. Arrive 30 minutes early for parking ($2 per hour) and to locate the pier. This adventure welcomes ages 5 and above, led by certified crew members who blend local knowledge with marine wildlife expertise-creating lasting memories during the humpbacks' annual Hawaiian winter residence.