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Kona Whale Watching Tour

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10

GoodTop 26% in Big Island of Hawaii

584 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Kona’s offshore waters with a passionate crew and look for whales, dolphins, and other marine life on this wildlife-watching tour.

About this tour

Set out along the Kona Coast in search of the whales and wildlife that make Hawaii’s Big Island waters so compelling. On this Kona Whale Watching Tour, a knowledgeable crew shares its passion for the ocean and helps you look for pilot whales, false killer whales, whale sharks, spinner dolphins, sperm whales, and more. Sightings vary, so each trip brings a different chance to observe the offshore ecosystem.

Enjoy a whale-watching outing with professional crew members and cold drinks, including soft drinks and bottled water. The crew aims to introduce guests to Kona’s marine life and deepen their appreciation for the region’s vibrant ocean environment. Seasonal departure times offer several options during the winter months, while the rest of the year has a morning departure.

Meet at the company sign on the south-central side of the marina, ideally 30 minutes before your tour and at least 20 minutes before departure. Hotel transfers are not included, and children under 10 are not permitted. Join this Kona Whale Watching Tour for a memorable look at the wildlife just offshore.

Highlights

  • Search Kona’s offshore waters for whales, dolphins, and other marine life
  • Learn about the Big Island’s whales and vibrant ocean ecosystem
  • Explore with a crew passionate about local wildlife

What's included

Included

  • Professional crew
  • Whale-watching tour
  • Cold drinks, including soft drinks and bottled water

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Not suitable for children under 10
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Meet at the company sign on the south-central side of the marina 20 minutes before departure; arriving 30 minutes early is recommended
  • March 24–December 15 departures: 8:30 AM
  • December 16–March 23 departures: 7 AM, 11 AM, and 3:30 PM

Frequently asked questions

What wildlife might I see?

Possible sightings include pilot whales, false killer whales, whale sharks, spinner dolphins, sperm whales, and other marine life. Wildlife sightings can vary.

When does the tour depart?

From March 24 to December 15, departures are at 8:30 AM. From December 16 to March 23, departures are at 7 AM, 11 AM, and 3:30 PM.

Where do I meet the crew?

Meet at the company sign on the south-central side of the marina. Arrive 20 minutes before departure; arriving 30 minutes early is recommended.

Is the tour suitable for children?

The tour is not appropriate for children under 10.

Are hotel transfers provided?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.87 from 584 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.9. Top 26% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 26% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

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