About this experience
View wild humpback whales in their natural habitat on Oahu's stunning gold coast off of Waikiki. Our energetic crew will entertain you with hula and cultural chant performances, and you’ll enjoy the beautiful morning views of Waikiki!
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Luxury Whale Watching Cruise Honolulu: What to Expect
Trade Waikiki’s bustle for a luxury whale watching cruise in Honolulu, where one breathtaking moment changes everything—and you’ll want to know what happens next.
Whale Watching and Dolphin Cruise Oahu: Is It Realistic
Can whale watching and dolphin cruises on Oahu deliver, or is it brochure magic—read on to see what timing and captains make possible.
Catamaran Whale Watching Waikiki: What It Feels Like
Glide from Kewalo Basin into Waikiki’s blue hush, where a whale’s sudden blow can change the whole morning in an instant.
What is included
- Poi donuts from Liliha bakery and coffee or tea (morning tour)/ Snacks(afternoon tour)
- Listen to whale songs through an underwater hydrophone
- Wild humpback whale viewing
- Roundtrip Trolley Pick-up from select locations
- Entertainment: Hula performance and traditional "E Ho Mai" ceremony
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Complimentary Soft Drinks
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
We will cruise around the iconic Diamond Head monument in search of humpback whales. Keep an eye out for their tails, fins and blows of water.
Seeing whales up close will be an experience you will never forget!
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Kewalo Basin Harbor Pier D: 1125 Ala Moana Blvd B1, Honolulu, HI 96814
- Once your booking is confirmed, our reservation team will send you a confirmation email with the pickup location and time. Please check the confirmation email for this information. If you have not received an email from us, please contact us via email or call us.【Tour Hotel Pickup】 7am Tour Twin Fin (6:10am) DFS (6:20am) Aqua Palms Waikiki (6:30am) Kewalo Harbor (6:45am) - Self Drive1pm Tour Treasures and You (11:35am) Twin Fin (1:45am) Aqua Palms Waikiki (12:00pm) Kewalo Harbor (12:15pm) - Self Drive
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Dolphins and You
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dolphins and whales are usually spotted, but there is no guarantee of sightings.
- Children (2-11 years old) must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 2 are not allowed
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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【Tour Hotel Pickup】
7am Tour
Twin Fin (6:10am)
DFS (6:20am)
Aqua Palms Waikiki (6:30am)
Kewalo Harbor (6:45am) - Self Drive
1pm Tour
Treasures and You (11:35am)
Twin Fin (1:45am)
Aqua Palms Waikiki (12:00pm)
Kewalo Harbor (12:15pm) - Self Drive
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