UPDATED 2026: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Schedule:

• Availability:
  • Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday (1/3/26 – 1/31/26)
  • Daily (2/1/26 – 03/21/26)
• Tour Times: 9:15 AM
• Duration: 2 Hours

Experience Whale watching in Hawaii, one of the most popular activities in the winter! Cruise in the comfort of Hawaii’s largest vessel with high-tech stabilizers for smooth cruising and the most outdoor space with four walk-around decks and a top observation deck for optimal whale encounters. Our experienced captains and knowledgeable naturalists share fascinating insights on Humpback whales and Hawaii’s marine wildlife.

Included Features:

• Hawaii’s largest sight-seeing vessel is equipped with high-tech stabilizers and is the only ADA compliant vessel in Hawaii
• Most outdoor space with four walk-around decks and a 60-foot high observation deck perfect for whale watching
• Expert narration by our knowledgeable naturalist crew
• Homemade Pineapple Banana Bread with Freshly Brewed Custom Kona Blend Coffee by Hawaiian Paradise Coffee & Tea Station
• Whale Guarantee: See a whale or receive a “Whale Check” to cruise with us again until whale is sighted (meal and transportation optional)

Recommendations:

• Attire: Casual. On cooler days, a light jacket is recommended.

Location: Star of Honolulu
Address: Pier 8, Aloha Tower Marketplace, 1 Aloha Tower Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/f95XTuHQizYppZHR7

• Pick-up offered in the Waikiki area. Please see the Transportation tab for pick-up locations and schedule.

Check-in: Please check-in at Pier 8, 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.

Parking: Parking may be found available at Pier 5 and 6 at the Aloha Tower Marketplace, Topa Financial Center, Pacific Guardian Center, Harbor Court, and Harbor Square. Please inquire at the parking facilities for their current rates.

Note: Parking facilities are not owned and operated by Star of Honolulu® and are subject to change without notice.

Special Notes:

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
• Accessible Accommodations (for transportation and vessel): Available upon request with 48 hours’ advance notice.
• Alternative Menu: Vegan Gluten-Free Breakfast Bar available with 48 hours’ notice.
• Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase onboard.

Round-trip motorcoach transportation from the Waikiki area is available at $16.00 per person. (prices subject to change by year)

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to pick-up time.

Pick Up Schedule: 

• 7:55 AM – The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (Namahana St)
• 8:00 AM – Seaside Avenue (at Ross Dress for Less)
• 8:05 AM – Hyatt Regency (Koa Avenue)
• 8:10 AM – Alohilani Waikiki Beach Resort (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – Waikiki Beach Marriott (Paoakalani Avenue)
• 8:20 AM – Sheraton Waikiki (Aloha Landing Bus Depot)
• 8:25 AM – Hilton Hawaiian Village (Grand Islander Bus Depot – in-house guests only)
• 8:30 AM – Prince Waikiki (Main Entrance)

Itinerary:

• 8:30 AM – Boarding onboard Star of Honolulu®
  • Enjoy Homemade Pineapple Banana Bread with hot Kona Blend Coffee or Tea
• 9:15 AM – Departure, Captain and Naturalist Briefing, Whale Watching
• 11:15 AM – Return / Disembark