- Big Island Eco Tours
- Big Island Tours & Activities
- Big Island Whale Watching
- Boat Rides & Sailing
- Whale Watching Tours
This 6 passenger vessel is a fast powerboat, WET SEA SPRAY very likely! Come ready to get wet and have fun! Learn the true scale of humpback whales through an intimate encounter on a small-group whale watch. Get off the beaten path on our fast vessel, with enough speed to reach the whales and the perfect perspective close to the water to allow for a once-in-a-lifetime viewing.
Schedule:
- Availability: Daily (DECEMBER through MARCH)
- Tour Times: 8:00 AM, 10:45 AM, 1:30 PM
- Duration: 2 Hours
Includes:
- Soda, juice and water aboard.
Vessel:
- Powerboat Kohola: a 38-foot Boston Whaler. She delivers a full-spectrum, pinnacle experience, performing beautifully for a maximum of six (6) guests which makes for an uncrowded, intimate experience aboard.
Whales Guaranteed: If you don’t see whales on any of our “WHALE WATCH”-specific trips, come back again 1 more time for free! (Rerides only, no refunds. Reride is on trip of equal or lesser value.)
Location: Kawaihae Harbor (Convenient to Kona-Kohala resorts)
Address: 61-3527 Kawaihae Road, Waimea, HI 96743
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/SUrCLpvVu3XCbHj16
Check-in:
After you pass the Kawaihae Harbor entrance, follow the road. At the end, turn LEFT and then an IMMEDIATE RIGHT into GATE 13. Follow the road until you see a parking lot and a pier of boats. Look for a grey-and-black raft-style vessel. The vessel is homeported at the far end of the dock, at slip S-01, but will most often board from the loading area near the front of the boat ramp.
Special Notes:
- Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.
- All participants must complete electronic waivers prior to participation.
FH: Kawaihae Whale Watch