--- title: "Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard 'Imiloa" lang: en type: tour city: Kauai country: United States price: 124 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 422 duration_minutes: 120 free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 3 (Whale Watching) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-whale-watch-cocktail-tour-aboard-imiloa/ --- # Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard 'Imiloa **Guidekin's take:** Search for humpback whales along Kauai's south shore on an express catamaran during the winter whale season. Light snacks, soft drinks, beer and Mai Tais are included; children must be at least three and accompanied by an adult. 4.68 from 422 reviews at €124 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #2 of 3 in Whale Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Hop aboard ‘Imiloa, our Express Catamaran as your captain & crew take you along Kauai’s south shore to find the gentle giants of the sea. An up close and personal tour, be ready for fun & excitement as we encounter Humpback Whales & dolphins. A once in a lifetime experience. Be prepared for the, wet, wild & wow! This popular Humpback whale watching tour is featured during the height of Hawaii’s Whale season (December – March) and is a favorite among wildlife enthusiasts. Complimentary soft drinks, beer, wine and mai tais; Individually packaged snacks included. Ages 3+ 2-full size restrooms. Come dressed casually, bring a jacket or windbreaker & expect to get wet! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We are located in the Port Allen Marina… - Starts 09:00, 12:00, 15:00: 3 departures a day - Food included: Light Snacks - Age rule: No Children under the age of 3 years old **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €124 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.68/5 from 422 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Kauai Sea Tours - Group: Shared tour - Start times: 09:00, 12:00, 15:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.68 from 422 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 390 of 422. - 5 stars: 345 (82%) - 4 stars: 45 (11%) - 3 stars: 17 (4%) - 2 stars: 4 (1%) - 1 star: 11 (3%) ## What's included - CPR / First Aid & water safety trained crews - Light Snacks - Experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Captain - Beer and Mai Tai’s (For adults over 21 years of age with ID) - Juice, Soda & Water - USCG inspected Commercial passenger vessel ## Not included - Gratuities - No pregnancies, bad back, recent surgeries or mobility issues - No hotel pickup or drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Kauai Sea Tours** (2h) - Cruise in style as we search for the majestic humpback whales. Relax in comfort as we share stories of these gentle giants. A must for all wildlife enthusiasts! Light snacks, juice, soda & water. Beer, wine & Mai Tai's provided. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 12:00, 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 We are located in the Port Allen Marina Center, on the Island of Kauai. Head West on HWY 50. Turn left at McDonald's (JCT 541 Waialo Rd.) Look for Kauai Sea Tours on your right. Continue to the end of the complex, turn right and we are the 3rd lot on your left! Proceed to the office to check-in. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Children must be accompanied by an adult - No Children under the age of 3 years old - No Pregnant women or serious health concerns - CANCELLATION POLICY: To modify, reschedule, or cancel ANY tour and receive a full refund, YOU MUST CALL KST 24 Hours prior to your tour check-in time. - Tour length is 2hrs from departure time, not check in time. - No pregnancies, bad backs, those who have undergone any recent surgeries, those with any mobility problems - Minimum age 3 years old. No one under the age of 3 allowed ## Compared with other Whale Watching | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 3** | €124 | 2h | 4.68 (422) | shared | | [Kauai: Winter Whale Watching Adventure](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-winter-whale-watching-adventure/?format=md) | €125 | 2h | 4.7 (355) | shared | | [Kauai's South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-s-south-side-whale-and-dolphin-zodiac-boat-adventure/?format=md) | €144 | 2h 30m | 4.55 (168) | shared | Ranked #2 of 3 in Whale Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €124 to €144, median €125; typical length 2h. 0 of 3 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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