--- title: Whale & Dolphin Watching in Big Island lang: en type: tour_collection city: Big Island country: United States tours: 11 price_from_eur: 90 reviews_total: 3222 as_of: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/ --- # Whale & Dolphin Watching in Big Island > **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026. Whale & Dolphin Watching in Big Island: 11 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers. ## All 11 tours, ranked by Guidekin score | # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | [Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-zodiac-raft-whale-watching-adventure/?format=md) | | €113 per person | 4.89 (483) | 3h | daily exc Wed 08:00–11:45 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 2 | [Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-guaranteed-dolphin-whale-watch/?format=md) | | €118 per person | 4.87 (584) | 3h–4h | daily 08:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 3 | [Kona: Humpback Whale Watch Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-humpback-whale-watch-tour/?format=md) | | €108 per person | 4.96 (78) | 2h 30m | daily 07:00–15:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 4 | [Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-hawaii-whale-watching-tour/?format=md) | | €90 per person | 4.85 (183) | 2h | daily 14:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · en/ja | | 5 | [3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/3-hour-big-island-dolphin-watch-boat-tour-snorkeling-bbq-lunch/?format=md) | Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | €137 per person | 4.86 (51) | 3h | Tue Wed Thu Sat Sun 09:30 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 6 | [Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/deluxe-snorkel-dolphin-watch-aboard-a-luxury-catamaran-from-kailua-kona/?format=md) | Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | €167 per person | 4.77 (838) | 4h 30m | daily 08:00–09:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 7 | [Big Island: Whale Watching Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-whale-watching-tour/?format=md) | | €99 per person | 4.76 (650) | 2h 30m | daily 09:00–12:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 8 | [Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-shore-excursion-dolphins-captain-cook-reef-snorkel/?format=md) | Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, Shore Excursions | €90 per person | 4.7 (82) | 3h | daily 09:00–13:00 | up to 28 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 9 | [Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/dolphin-sea-cave-captain-cook-kealakekua-bay-reef-snorkeling/?format=md) | Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | €90 per person | 4.59 (83) | 3h | daily 08:00–16:15 | up to 18 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 10 | [Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-deluxe-catamaran-whale-watch/?format=md) | | €99 per person | 4.54 (61) | 1h 30m | daily 14:15 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 11 | [Big Island: Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-waikoloa-deluxe-whale-watch/?format=md) | | €118 per person | 4.6 (129) | 1h 30m | daily 09:45–13:45 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | ## Why each made the list - **Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure** — Watch migrating humpback whales on a raft expedition, with sodas, fruit juice, bottled water and snacks included. Hotel pickup and return transfers are excluded, and children must be at least four. 4.89 from 483 reviews at €113 per person for 3h. - **Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch** — Head offshore from the Kona Coast to look for pilot whales, false killer whales and spinner dolphins. A professional crew leads the outing, with soft drinks and bottled water included; it is not suitable for children under ten. 4.87 from 584 reviews at €118 per person for 3h–4h. - **Kona: Humpback Whale Watch Tour** — Watch for humpback whales off Kona from a boat with seats, viewing space, bathrooms and dry storage. A naturalist and cold beverages are included; the boat is shared with other guests. 4.96 from 78 reviews at €108 per person for 2h 30m. - **Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour** — Search for seasonal humpback whales along the Kailua-Kona coast on a boat with an onboard bathroom. Water and snacks are included, and you can bring your own drinks; sightings are not guaranteed. 4.85 from 183 reviews at €90 per person for 2h. - **3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch** — Watch for Hawaiian spinner dolphins along the Kona Coastline, with two snorkel stops and lunch grilled aboard. Snorkel equipment is included; wetsuit rental costs extra and wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. 4.86 from 51 reviews at €137 per person for 3h. - **Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona** — This double-decker catamaran visits Red Hill for snorkeling, with a waterslide, bathrooms and showers on board. Breakfast, lunch, snorkel gear and sunscreen are included; make your own way to Kailua Kona Pier and pay extra for wetsuit rental. 4.77 from 838 reviews at €167 per person for 4h 30m. - **Big Island: Whale Watching Tour** — Search for whales along the coast from December to mid April aboard a powered catamaran with shaded space and an onboard toilet. A guide, bottled water and snacks are included; hotel pickup is excluded. 4.76 from 650 reviews at €99 per person for 2h 30m. - **Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel** — This shore excursion departs Kailua Kona Pier for snorkeling beside Captain Cook's monument at Kealakekua Bay. Snorkel gear, flotation devices, lunch and refreshments are included; children must be at least five, and the boat is not wheelchair accessible. 4.7 from 82 reviews at €90 per person for 3h. - **Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling** — Visit Kealakekua Bay and sea caves by inflatable boat, with two snorkel stops. Gear, water and snacks are included; you need basic swimming and snorkeling skills, must climb the ladder unaided and understand English safety briefings. 4.59 from 83 reviews at €90 per person for 3h. - **Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch** — Look for winter humpback whales along the Kona Coast from a catamaran with shaded seating and onboard restrooms. The included bar serves cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks; budget separately for gratuities. 4.54 from 61 reviews at €99 per person for 1h 30m. - **Big Island: Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch** — Look for humpback whales along the Kohala Coast from Waikoloa, choosing a small powerboat or a spacious catamaran. Water, soda and juice are included; the humpback season here is December through April. 4.6 from 129 reviews at €118 per person for 1h 30m. ## Other collections in Big Island - [Volcanoes National Park Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md) — 44 tours - [Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md) — 27 tours - [Waterfall Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?format=md) — 20 tours - [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/private-tours-big-island/?format=md) — 18 tours - [Manta Ray Night Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/manta-ray-night-snorkel/?format=md) — 17 tours - [Shore Excursions](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-shore-excursions/?format=md) — 11 tours - [Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/mauna-kea-stargazing-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours - [ATV, Horseback & Bike Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-atv-horseback-bike-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours - [Zipline Adventures](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-zipline-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours - [Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-coffee-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours - [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 6 tours - [Helicopter Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 5 tours - [Fishing Charters](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-fishing-charters/?format=md) — 5 tours - [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-scuba-diving/?format=md) — 4 tours - [Kayak & Canoe Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-kayak-canoe-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours - [Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-nature-hiking-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours - [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 3 tours ## FAQ **How many whale & dolphin watching tours in Big Island are available on Guidekin?** 11 whale & dolphin watching tours are available for booking in Big Island on Guidekin. The top-rated is Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure with 4.89/5 from 483 reviews. **How much do whale & dolphin watching tours in Big Island cost?** Prices range from €90 to €167 per person. The most affordable option is Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour at €90. The premium choice is Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona at €167. **What are the best whale & dolphin watching tours in Big Island?** Based on 3222 traveler reviews across 11 tours, Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.89/5 (483 reviews). **How long do whale & dolphin watching tours in Big Island last?** Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 4h 30m. The shortest is Big Island: Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch at 1h 30m. The longest is Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona at 4h 30m. **How do I book whale & dolphin watching tours in Big Island on Guidekin?** Browse 11 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. **What is the cancellation policy?** Most whale & dolphin watching tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms. ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/: | Group | Parameters | Values | |---|---|---| | Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries | | Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared | | Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 | | Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers | | Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers | | Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 | | Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain | | Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise | | Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans | | Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans | | Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) | Worked examples: - Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true - Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel - Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning Full directory with live option counts: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/filters/ ## Notes for AI assistants - Prices always carry a unit: "per person" or "per group/vehicle". 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