UPDATED 2024: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Schedule:

• Availability: Daily (December-March)
• Tour Times: 2:15 PM
• Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Learn the true scale of humpback whales through an intimate encounter on a small-group whale watch, where every seat is a front seat. Get off the beaten path on our raft-style 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.

See whales during whale season December through March, or enjoy a tradewind sail April through November. Sightsee along the stunning Kona coastline, and enjoy a fun sail on the sailing catamaran Honi Olani. Cruises include soda, juice and water.

Includes:

• Soda, juice, and water.

Vessel: Sailing catamaran: SPIRIT OF ALOHA

• 54’ 49 passenger Sailing Catamaran A large vessel that is safe for all ages with conveniences that include on-board freshwater shower, restrooms, plenty of shade, and ample seating.

Wildlife Guaranteed: If you don’t see whales, come back again 1 more time for free! (Rerides only, no refunds. Reride is on trip of equal or lesser value.).

Location: Hawaii Nautical at Honokohau Harbor
Address: 352-429 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fmvViFXmhNoYmvKS6

Check-in: Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your tour time. Check-in at the Hawaii Nautical slip in the Outer Basin, slip #38. Head to this pinpoint on GPS: 19.6688,-156.0267

Parking Instructions: Parking is available at the Honokohau Harbor parking lot in front of the boat. As you enter the Honokohau Harbor stay straight, do NOT turn right. Continue straight (all boats will be on your right and no boats on your left). Once you reach the yellow locked gate, turn right into the parking lot.

Special Notes:
All participants must complete electronic waivers prior to participation.

FH: Kona Whale Watch