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title: "Kona: Humpback Whale Watch Tour"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Big Island
country: United States
price: 108
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 78
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 3 of 11 (Whale & Dolphin Watching)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-humpback-whale-watch-tour/
---

# Kona: Humpback Whale Watch Tour

**Guidekin's take:** 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.

In our comparison: #3 of 11 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Exceptional Crew
Hawaiian Adventures’ crew are true ocean experts. After thousands of tours, the most important is still yours. With years of experience on the water, your captains and guides are eager to share their knowledge and passion for the Big Island and its marine life. 

Safe, Fast, Comfortable Boats
Artemis and Apollo are designed for adventure. Comfortable seats, onboard bathrooms, dry storage, great viewing, and spacious areas add to a premier experience. The vessels are offshore-certified, ensuring a safe journey exploring the Kona coast. 

Wildlife and Tour Expertise
The ocean provides different opportunities on every tour, so trust the guides who do this every day! Located on the lee side of the Big Island, Kona’s calm and deep waters are home to unique species and diverse marine life. Your crew will be constantly searching for whales and dolphins throughout your tour. The goal is to leave guests with a new appreciation for Hawaii’s waters and wildlife.

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €108 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 78 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Hawaiian Adventures
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00, 11:00, 15:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.96 from 78 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 77 of 78.

- 5 stars: 76 (97%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Professional Onboard Naturalist
- Complimentary Cold Beverages
- Guaranteed Whales

## Itinerary

1. **Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor** (pass by, no stop) - Kona is the ultimate whale and wildlife destination. Kona’s calm waters, deep coastlines, and variety of marine life make the region a world-class wildlife location. Our tours leave out of Honokohau Harbor, which has access to both near-shore and pelagic zones. Exploring the...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00, 11:00, 15:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

Please meet by the white Hawaiian Adventures Kona sign located on the south-central side of Honokohau Harbor. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure. We recommend arriving to the harbor 30 minutes before your tour to find parking. 

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Whale & Dolphin Watching

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #3 of 11** | €108 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (78) | shared |
| [Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure](/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-zodiac-raft-whale-watching-adventure/?format=md) | €113 | 3h | 4.89 (483) | shared |
| [Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch](/usa/big-island/tours/kona-guaranteed-dolphin-whale-watch/?format=md) | €118 | 3h | 4.87 (584) | shared |
| [Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-hawaii-whale-watching-tour/?format=md) | €90 | 2h | 4.85 (183) | shared |

Ranked #3 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.

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