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    Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise With Hydrophone

    Search for humpbacks and listen for whale songs off Waikiki

    4.9 stars• 779 reviews

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Whale watching, hydrophone audio

    Highlights

    Set sail on a trimaran whale watch from Waikiki, with Diamond Head as your backdrop. Scan the Hawaiian waters for humpback whales and listen for their songs through an onboard hydrophone.

    • Watch for humpback whales from the trimaran's spacious deck
    • Listen for whale songs through a hydrophone and 1,500-watt surround-sound system
    • Take photos with Diamond Head in the background
    • Learn from onboard naturalists and crew

    Important details

    • Arrive 20 minutes before departure
    • Complete an individual waiver for each passenger before departure
    • Have your QR ticket ready for scanning
    • Tour operates rain or shine, so dress appropriately
    • Bring non-spray sunscreen only; glass bottles and drones are not allowed onboard
    • Bring your own drinks if desired; alcohol is allowed only for ages 21+
    • An Ocean Stewardship Fee applies to child tickets; the amount is not provided

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for reservations of 1–5 passengers, or 48 hours before departure for 6+ passengers. No refund for late cancellations or missed departures. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other operator-related circumstances.

    Product ID: H5SFTM

    FAQs

    Arrive 20 minutes before departure. Make sure each passenger has signed their individual waiver, then wait at the check-in sign with your QR ticket ready for scanning.

    Bring a camera, sun protection (no spray sunscreen), sunglasses, and a light jacket or poncho. You can bring your own drinks (must be 21+ for alcohol). Do not bring glass bottles or drones.

    This tour operates rain or shine, so dress appropriately.

    Meeting details

    95 Holomoana St, Honolulu, HI 96815

    Experience provided by Three Tiki's Sailing

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    Adults

    $92.83

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $81.46

    Ages 3-12

    0

    Infant

    $2

    Ages 3 and under

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    779 reviews•Google Maps
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    The crew here consistently gets praise for being friendly, fun, and safety-conscious, with guests calling out names like Captain Jack, Shaun, Johnny, and Lauren for making the trips memorable. People love the boat itself, describing it as beautiful and well-maintained, and the vibe is reliably chill with good music playing throughout. Most trips successfully spot sea turtles during snorkeling, and some lucky groups even catch dolphins swimming alongside the boat. The snorkeling experience seems solid overall, with the crew helping guests feel comfortable with equipment and finding good spots to see turtles and fish. One reviewer noted a more crowded snorkeling scene with several boats around one turtle and murky water, and felt the sailing portion fell short of expectations with only one sail deployed instead of the full setup. That said, this appears to be an isolated experience among otherwise glowing reviews. The sunset trips get special mentions for being peaceful and beautiful, making them a great way to wind down an evening in Hawaii.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great tour and great guys giving the tour! Definitely recommend

    Photo of Keturah Hays-Owens

    Keturah Hays-Owens

    July 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great tour and great guys giving the tour! Definitely recommend

    Photo of Keturah Hays-Owens

    Keturah Hays-Owens

    July 7, 2026

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