Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Days Operated
Whale Watch
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Tour details
2:30 PM daily
Departure Time
afternoon
Departure Times
Easy
Difficulty Level
3 hours
Duration
snorkel gear
Equipment Provided
none
Food & Drinks
none
Food Included
24 hours
Free Cancellation Window
snorkel
Gear Included
small
Group Size
Yes
Guided
15 people
Maximum Group Size
15 guests
Maximum Passengers
low
Physical Intensity
No
Private Option
none
Swimming Ability Required
No
Swimming Required
180 minutes
Total Duration
15 passengers
Vessel Capacity
Yes
Weather Dependent
Swimwear, Towel, Camera
What to Bring
humpback_whale, green_sea_turtle, reef_fish
Wildlife Likely
whales, green sea turtles, tropical fish
Wildlife You May See
About this experience
Every winter, visitors' faces light up when they first spot a humpback whale breaching during a whale watching tour. This whale watch Waianae tour captures this magic perfectly - there's a reason TripAdvisor travelers with 3018 reviewers rank it #1 in the area.
From mid-December through March, these incredible giants travel 3,000 miles to Hawaiian waters for calving and mating. The protected inshore waters become a nursery where young whales build essential body fat reserves, safe from open-ocean predators. What's striking is their sheer size - males stretch 43 feet, females reach 45 feet, and they weigh around 35 tons each.
The 3-hour excursion departs daily at 2:30 pm with just 15 guests aboard, creating an intimate atmosphere you won't find on crowded boats. You'll witness spectacular behaviors: breaching, tail slapping, and those graceful pectoral fin displays. During mating season, male whales produce intricate "songs" with distinct themes and phrases - it's truly mesmerizing.
What sets this whale watch Waianae experience apart is the guarantee: if no whales appear, you get a return trip voucher. The adventure extends beyond whale watching too, with snorkeling opportunities alongside sea turtles and tropical fish. Bring your swimwear and towels; they provide snorkel gear and life vests.
Families love this tour - kids 4 and older are welcome. The BYOB-friendly policy lets you pack snacks and beverages, including alcohol. Want to capture the action? Rent a GoPro with SD card included, or bring your own camera.
These acrobatic whales can be found from as far south as South America, as far north as Alaska, in Australia, New Zealand, and throughout the south Pacific islands, but the warm waters of the Hawaiian Islands offer one of the best places to view them up close.
Just remember the 24-hour cancellation policy with a 9:00 am deadline the day before departure to avoid full charges.
From $105 per person.
Meeting point
Waianae
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Why book this operator
- Local operator in Waianae
How booking here works
We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Whale Watch?
Whale Watch lasts about 180.
How much does Whale Watch cost?
Whale Watch ranges from $105 to $150 per person, depending on the option you choose.
What is the cancellation policy for Whale Watch?
NO REFUNDS for cancellations made less than 24-hours in advance. You have until 9:00 am the day before your tour date to make any cancellations. No-shows will be charged the full amount.