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Kona Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour

Experience a 2.5-hour dolphin and whale watching tour in Kona, exploring sea caves and listening to whale songs. Enjoy captain narration and use onboard binoculars.

Big Island of Hawaii
3 hrs 15 min
3.88Rating:
Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Platform Scores

Viator logo
4.81
349 reviews
GYG logo
4.81
62 reviews

Important Information

  • Restroom facilities not available on boat
  • Not recommended for travelers with back or heart problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Minimum age: 6 years
  • Electronic waiver required
  • Must be able to climb a metal ladder

Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour along Kona's breathtaking coastline. Led by knowledgeable captains, this tour immerses you in the vibrant marine life of Hawaii. Witness Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins and Humpback Whales, alongside sea turtles and manta rays. The journey features a narrated cruise, exploring sea caves, sea arches, and lava tubes, offering a unique view of Kona's dramatic landscape. Listen to whale songs through an underwater hydrophone and use onboard binoculars for an intimate look at these majestic creatures. Refresh with complimentary island juices and bottled water. Choose from various departure times for a non-snorkeling adventure focused on observing and photographing marine life. Conclude your tour at Keauhou Bay, leaving with unforgettable memories of your ocean adventure.

Pros

  • Experience dolphin and whale sightings
  • Listen to whale songs underwater
  • Explore sea caves and lava tubes
  • Enjoy captain's engaging narration
  • Use binoculars for marine life viewing

Includes

  • Captain narration
  • Use of binoculars
  • Island juices
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks and fruit
  • Mask, fins, snorkel, pool noodles

Excludes

  • Meals and snacks
  • Gratuity
  • Transportation to meeting point
  • Private transportation
  • Reef safe sunscreen required

FAQ

  • What Is the Minimum Age for the Tour?

    The minimum age to attend the tour is 6 years old.

  • Are Restroom Facilities Available on the Boat?

    No, restroom facilities are not available on the boat.

  • What Should I Bring for the Tour?

    Bring a towel, cover-up, and wear reef safe sunscreen.

  • Is There a Weight Limit for Participants?

    Yes, participants must be under 285 lbs.

  • Can Pregnant Travelers Join the Tour?

    The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

$107.63-$119
3.88Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Experience dolphin and whale sightings
  • Listen to whale songs underwater
  • Explore sea caves and lava tubes
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