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Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour

4.8 · 183 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Big Island Operated by Iruka Hawaii Dolphin Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Japanese, English
Start & pickup
14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

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.

In our comparison: #4 of 11 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €90 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Bathroom onboard
  • Gratuities

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Reviews

4.8
183 ratings
Viator 121 · Tripadvisor 62

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 175 of 183

Star breakdown of all 183 ratings

5 stars
171 · 93%
4 stars
4 · 2%
3 stars
4 · 2%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
3 · 2%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours Slip A-17, Honokohau Small Boat Harbor 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA Please meet us at the Iruka Hawaii booth located at Slip A-17 at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for check-in.
Departure
14:00 daily; scheduled through March 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

It is finally that time of year where the beautiful humpback whales make their return to the Hawaiian islands after migrating from Alaska! Step aboard the Kibou and explore the incredible Kailua-Kona coast while searching for our seasonal humpback whales! Learn about the majestic creatures and the local area with our experienced and knowledgeable crew! Bring your own beverages, sit back, and enjoy the view with Iruka Hawaii Dolphin!

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Whale & Dolphin Watching

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #4 of 11€902h4.85 (183)shared
Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure€1133h4.89 (483)shared
Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch€1183h4.87 (584)shared
Kona: Humpback Whale Watch Tour€1082h 30m4.96 (78)shared

Ranked #4 of 11 in Whale & Dolphin Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €167, median €108; typical length 3h. 0 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 11 Whale & Dolphin Watching

From €90 per adult