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Honolulu Whale-Watching Cruise on a Double-Decker Catamaran 1.5 hr

TourTruth score 3.5 out of 10

Below average

177 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Oahu
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Cruise off Oahu aboard a double-decker catamaran to look for humpback whales, dolphins, and other marine life with an expert crew.

About this tour

Set out from Honolulu for a whale-watching cruise along Oahu’s coast, where humpback whales arrive in Hawaii’s waters from December through April. Aboard the Ocean Intrigue, a 65-foot double-decker catamaran, you can enjoy open views of the ocean as the crew looks for whales and other marine life.

This 1.5-hour Honolulu whale-watching cruise offers a chance to see humpbacks in their natural habitat, with dolphins sometimes appearing along the way. Binoculars are provided, and water, juice, snacks, and onboard bathrooms add comfort to the trip. The crew works to spot whales, and if none are seen, you can book another trip for free directly with the provider. The return trip does not include pickup or drop-off, and special introductory-rate trips are not refundable if whales are not sighted.

Bring a camera, hat, jacket, and motion sickness prevention if useful, then head out to experience Oahu’s marine life from the water. Join a Honolulu whale-watching cruise for a memorable look at Hawaii’s ocean wildlife.

Highlights

  • Watch humpback whales in their natural ocean habitat
  • Take in open-water views from the double-decker catamaran
  • Look for dolphins and other local marine life
  • Rely on the crew’s whale-spotting expertise
  • Get a free return trip if no whales are sighted, subject to conditions

What's included

Included

  • Whale-watching cruise
  • Water, juice, and snacks
  • Bathrooms
  • Binoculars

Not included

  • Transportation
  • Parking: $4 per hour

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Important information

  • Humpback whale season in Hawaii is typically December through April
  • If no whales are sighted, you can book another trip for free directly with the provider; the return trip does not include pickup or drop-off
  • No refunds are given for whale sightings missed during the special introductory rate period
  • Suggested items to bring: hat, towel, camera, food and drinks, jacket, and motion sickness prevention

Frequently asked questions

How long is the cruise?

The whale-watching cruise lasts 1.5 hours.

What kind of boat is used?

The cruise takes place aboard the Ocean Intrigue, a 65-foot double-decker catamaran.

When is humpback whale season in Hawaii?

Humpback whales are typically seen in Hawaii from December through April.

What happens if no whales are sighted?

You can book another trip for free directly with the provider. The return trip does not include pickup or drop-off, and no refunds are given during the special introductory rate period.

What is included in the cruise?

The cruise includes water, juice, snacks, bathrooms, and binoculars.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 3.69 from 177 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Oahu
  • 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 3.5.

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