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    Afternoon Whale-Watching Charter on Kona Coast

    Private Kona Coast cruise during humpback season

    5.0 stars• 115 reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snacks, refreshments

    Highlights

    Explore the Kona Coast on a private afternoon cruise offered December through March. Watch for humpback whales while learning from the captain and crew; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

    • Cruise past lava rock cliffs and turquoise waters
    • Watch for migrating humpback whales during winter season
    • Learn about humpback behavior, migration, and local marine life
    • Bring binoculars or a long-lens camera for distant wildlife viewing

    What's Included

    • Assorted snacks
    • Refreshments

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes early
    • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
    • Bring mineral-based reef-safe sunscreen; aerosols are not allowed
    • Bring a hat, sunglasses, and a sun-protective shirt

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund for cancellations more than 7 days before your tour. 50% refund within 7 days. No refund within 48 hours of tour time. No-shows are charged the full tour price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: NX4J67

    FAQs

    Bring mineral-based reef-safe sunscreen (no aerosols), a hat, sunglasses, and a sun-protective shirt. Binoculars and a long-lens camera are optional.

    Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

    No. Wildlife is often spotted, but sightings are not guaranteed.

    Meeting details

    Honokohau Harbor

    Experience provided by Deep Water Hawaii

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    Private Charter

    $884.57

    Up to 6 People

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a great day with Dylan and Timmy! They are so knowledgeable about all the species you may come across offshore, and really go out of their way to make sure you see and learn about marine life. I especially am thankful they are supporting the conservation of so many species through education, photo documentation, and entanglement intervention. They were able to rescue a jug-line entangled blue shark on our trip that would not have survived much longer. Can’t wait to go out with them again - I highly recommend booking with them for any ocean offshore adventure!

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    Amanda Mathieu

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a great day with Dylan and Timmy! They are so knowledgeable about all the species you may come across offshore, and really go out of their way to make sure you see and learn about marine life. I especially am thankful they are supporting the conservation of so many species through education, photo documentation, and entanglement intervention. They were able to rescue a jug-line entangled blue shark on our trip that would not have survived much longer. Can’t wait to go out with them again - I highly recommend booking with them for any ocean offshore adventure!

    Photo of Amanda Mathieu

    Amanda Mathieu

    September 1, 2026

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