Whale Watching: Oahu's Gold Coast Adventure

Experience the sight of humpback whales in their natural environment along the breathtaking golden shore of Oahu, just off Waikiki. Our dynamic team will captivate you with performances of hula and traditional chanting, all while you take in the magnificent morning vistas of Waikiki!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kewalo Basin Harbor - 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!

What's Included
  • Listen to whale songs through an underwater hydrophone
  • Wild humpback whale viewing
  • Entertainment: Hula performance and traditional “E Ho Mai” ceremony
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Additional products available through local operator
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • 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
Location
Kewalo Basin Harbor
Ala Moana Boulevard
Kewalo Basin Harbor Pier D: 1125 Ala Moana Blvd B1, Honolulu, HI 96814
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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P7315epjennifero
Mar 2, 2025
A must do experience during whale season - We had an amazing day with the whales. The crew was great. Zach expertly navigated to the happiest whale ohana. They were super active with breaches, fin slaps, and even a spy hop or two. Ryan and Trevor were gracious hosts making sure everyone was well taken care of. Heidi was a fantastic narrator, encouraging us to sync our hearts with the whales while giving us great info about the habits and history of the whales.
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467karaleer
Feb 17, 2025
A big success! - We had a great time, & actually saw whales! We particularly enjoyed the hula dancing by the crew; it was a nice authentic touch. The crew was friendly & informative, & I felt like they took our safety seriously. I highly recommend this trip!
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Garyp1451
Feb 17, 2025
Great experience - Great experience. All the crew were amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed our whale watching trip. The hula by Ryan and Luke was a really fun wrap up to the ride.
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Judyvhky
Jan 26, 2025
Whale Adventures ! - Awesome trip! The crew was so upbeat and friendly. We saw many whales on our morning cruise in January. Would highly recommend.
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W3286njdianaj
Jan 2, 2025
Once in a lifetime whale watching experience! - We feel so blessed to have had such an unforgettable whale watching experience! Everything was so well organized and the boat was beautiful. The captain and crew were welcoming, personable, and professional. Captain Zach spotted a pair of whales right after leaving the harbor. He positioned us perfectly, and we all patiently waited. A few minutes later, the whales came to check us out! They surfaced right next to the boat several times over the next hour, and we were in total awe. It was surreal. This was more than just being in the right place at the right time. There was such a magical vibe on the boat that morning. I honestly feel like we were just bearing witness to the good karma the captain and crew created with their respect for these animals and the ocean.
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Emilygx1350py
Jan 1, 2025
Good morning whales - Luke, Zac and Marshall were great guides! We loved going early in the morning, as a lot of other tours started crowding toward the end of our tour. it was nice to be able to get out before them and have an open area to lookout for whales. On our tour there were 2 whales that seemed to be hanging around our boat checking things out, it was awesome!
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Dream05711322288
Dec 26, 2024
Amazing Whale Experience in Oahu! - We had an incredible tour. The crew Ryan, Luke and Capt Zach clearly knew how to find whales and were very knowledgeable about their migration. We got very lucky with a perfect day on the water and they made it a lot of fun, too. The trolley from our hotel was a bonus to get to the harbor and Sheryl made 6:30 am enjoyable!
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Julia
Dec 20, 2024
Awesome tour - Captain Zach, Aryan and Luke did a great job. We saw 20-30 dolphins super close by, one even did several "pirouette"-like jumps out of the water. The humpback whale was the absolute highlight. We were able to see it several times and once it got curious and even swam below our boat. Absolutely amazing!! Best tour ever.
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Lia_l
Dec 19, 2024
Fun trip - whales or not! - The crew (on our trip it was Rachel, Rob and Captain Mark) made this excursion special even though the whales didn't see fit to pop up. The spinner dolphins and the sea turtles gave us quite a show and the crew went out of their way to show us a good time and provide an education along the way! Donuts and coffee were provided, as advertised as well as water, lemonade, and buckets for our personal belongings. It was a great day! Four hours all in. If you tend to be cold, you should bring a jacket.
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Mattri750nk
Dec 7, 2024
Whales on the first day of the season! - We went on the very first day of whale watching season and the crew was determined to find whales and boy did they succeed. We got to see two adult dolphins with what they said was the smallest baby they’d ever seen - the size of a dolphin! They put on quite a show. We also got to see pods of spinner dolphins along the way and the whole trip was beautiful. Everyone on the crew was terrific. PS- the doughnuts are A+++ and saved us a trip to one of our top-choice bakeries!
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