Hawaii dolphin tour in big island kailuakona, hawaii. Humpback whales migrate to the waters of hawaii each year, and they love to show off their tails and flippers in dramatic fashion. Enjoy kona whale watching on your next trip kona coast vacations. The konakohala coasts offers the best whale watching in hawaii, kawaihae harbor south is located inside the national marine humpback whale sanctuary, the best place to see whales. Wild side hawaii this marine biologistfounded and led tour focuses on minimizing the ecological footprint of their charters and maximizing the publics knowledge about these marvelous mammals. Boat tours may be your best option for viewing whales up close. If no whales are sighted during your cruise guests can go out again for free. Now that most of the humpback whales have left hawaiian waters for their long journey back to alaska i will begin working on ongoing research programs focused on our many different species of resident whales. Body glove afternoon kona whale watching tour from. See below for how and when to see whales in the wild. Mar 04, 2009 spectacular footage of humpback whales off the kona coast on the big island of hawaii. As your skillful captain navigates the vessel to areas frequented by whales and spinner dolphins, your naturalist guide will teach you about their biology and migrating habits. In fact, puukohola literally means hill of the whale in hawaiian.
Kailua kona lies smack in the middle of coffee country on the big island. In respect for the kohola and the safety of sightseers, all watercraft must stay a minimum of 100 yards from the whales, but youll be surprised how close you feel when a 45ton behemoth lunges out of the sea. Humpback whale watching tours look for humpback whales along the kona coast. Join an epic expedition in search of hawaii s biggest and best marine life. Drift peacefully out of the harbor, admiring stunning views of the kona coast.
This is when thousands of pacific humpback whales make the journey from the waters off alaska to hawaiis warm waters to breed and give birth to their young. You can swim with completely free hawaiian spinner dolphins, snorkel with the. Dan mcsweeneys whale watch tours official website kona. Welcome to dan mcsweeneys whale watch learning adventures. Both tours are truly dedicated to the oahu whale watching experience, and expert naturalists share insightful information and educational commentary on the humpback whales behavior and biology. To the native hawaiians a whale is the representation of the hawaiian god kanaloa the god of all. Whale watching is a seasonal and very popular activity during the winter time in hawaii. What makes humpback whales so amazing to see in the wild is their very graceful acrobatics.
Honokohau marina north boat ramp, 74425 kealakehe pkwy, kailuakona, hi 96740 check in. An incredible natural phenomenon is at play during the winter months in hawaii. Go whale watching off the coast of oahu on this excursion from waikiki or ko olina. Put your whale watching experience in the hands of a researcher who has studied whales his whole life.
For a whales guaranteed whale watch tour, join hawaii nautical on their 30. The humpback whale is known for making an annual migration of nearly 6,000 miles, one of the longest of any mammal. Hawaii dolphin tour activities on big island kailuakona. Watch the northern pacific humpback whale in their playground and ours, beautiful hawaii. Humpbacks are in hawaiian waters during the winter months to birth their calves and to mate. He personally conducts the only whale watching company on hawaii i island that actively supports and protects. With a small group of people, watch the gentle giants swim, feed, breach and play around your boat. Big list of kona coffee tours and tastings big island. Seeing one of these 40ton, 40foot long giants breach the water is an unforgettable sight.
Make your way to honokohau harbor and board a comfortable whalewatching boat, with a friendly staff on hand to help you get settled in. The whale watching season in kauai runs from november through march. The kona kohala coasts offers the best whale watching in hawaii, kawaihae harbor south is located inside the national marine humpback whale sanctuary, the best place to see whales. Book now and see these incredible creatures up close as they play, swim, and breach the waters off the coast of the big island a very exhilarating experience. Feb 21, 2016 humpback whales mother, baby, and escort seen on the captain zodiac whale watching tour march 2015. Whale watching in hawaii is something that many visitors hope to do, and for good reason. Join an epic expedition in search of hawaiis biggest and best marine life. Enjoy kona whale watching on your next trip kona coast. Whalewatching is one of the most popular winter activities in hawaii, and for good reason. Most of our whales are on the northenmost north kona and kohala coasts, so a boat that operates out of south kohala, like kohala divers, mauna lani sea adventures, or waikoloa ocean sports, is best. See the mighty humpbacks on this kona whale watching tour. Humpback whales have a strong cultural value in hawaii. Whale watching tour get ready to see our hawaiian gentle giants in action. Thousands of humpback whales migrate back to hawaii every.
Tour information for 7am trips, plan to be at our boarding area no later than 6. Whale season arguably the best time to visit hawaii given the level of activity in the water, whale watching season in hawaii is arguably one of the most popular times to visit, and if you venture out on the water in winter on a whale watching tour or a kayak, be sure to have your camera ready and a healthy sense of adventure, since a time. Captain dan mcsweeney, a whale researcher, and conservationist provides one of the. From december to may, you may catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola humpback whale off the island of hawaiis shorelines. This 90 minute whale watching tour includes crunchy snacks, soft drinks and water. Maui whale watching tours hawaii cruise excursions. Big island whale watching tours my kona adventures. Departs from puako boat ramp off of puako beach drive, waimea, hi 96743 phone. Every year more than 20,000 humpback whales return to hawaii for breeding season and were lucky enough to enjoy their company. Look for giant humpbacks and playful dolphins on a guided tour from kailuakona. Although most hawaii guidebooks state that whale watching season runs from november to april, the peak time for whales in kona is from midjanuary through early march. Click here to see other tours offered by hawaii nautical. There is a mandatory 14day selfquarantine for all visitors and residents of the state of hawaii.
Choose from morning trips, cocktail cruises and afternoon sailing. Body glove afternoon kona whale watching tour from kona pier sail beautiful kona coast in search of humpback whales. Humpback whales mother, baby, and escort seen on the captain zodiac whale watching tour march 2015. Hawaiian islands humpback whale explore whale watching. During the months from december to may, pods of humpback whales migrate through hawaii s warm waters, and this tour guarantees whale sightings. Big island whale watching tour best whale watching tour in. Whale watching on the big island of hawaii big island. The tour include swimming with wild dolphins, whales and reef snorkeling plus. Hawaii big island whale watching tours hawaii discount. Go whalewatching off the coast of oahu on this excursion from waikiki or ko olina. Look for giant humpbacks and playful dolphins on a guided tour from kailua kona. The humpback whales leave the icy waters of alaska and migrate 6000 miles to hawaii every year to give birth and care for their calves. From december to may, you may catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola humpback whale off the island of hawaii s shorelines.
Theres nothing quite like viewing whales in their natural habitat, and if you get to see a humpback whale breach, or leap almost entirely out of the water, it is something that you will surely never forget. Hawaii ocean sports offers whale watching on a sailing catamaran departing from kawaihae harbor a few minutes north of waikoloa. Kona whale watching tour comfy, wheelchairfriendly boat. Flip nicklinminden pictures the sanctuary ocean count provides hawaii residents and visitors with the opportunity to actively participate in evaluating the status of humpback whales. Maui has the best whale watching in hawaii, hands down.
Plan an excursion to go whale watching on the island of hawaii to spot humpback whales and other species. Taken during a hula kai whale watch cruise, february 2009. Whale watching in hawaii hawaii whale watching tours. Honokohau marina north boat ramp, 74425 kealakehe pkwy, kailua kona, hi 96740 check in. There are at about 10,000 to 15,000 humpback whales in the world, and over 1,000 of them visit the tropical waters of hawaii every year at the end of november. The definite guide to hawaii island whale watching tours. Offshore blue water adventure coastal marine life and snorkeling captain cook snorkel tour whale watchingseasonal manta. The hawaii nautical tours depart from honokohau harbor in kailuakona. Humpback whales are a migratory species which means that they migrate every year between the cool waters close to the poles and subtropical waters. December to april is an exciting time for the big island of hawaii because it marks whale watching season. Dec 15, 2015 choose a tour with or without a meal, and cruise off the shores of waikiki. During the months from december to may, pods of humpback whales migrate through hawaiis warm waters, and this tour guarantees whale sightings. Whale watching doesnt require any skills or training just watch for the spouting and big splashes and youll see them. The hilo side see far less boaters with only a few commercial operation so enjoy a one on one whale encounter without another boat in sight unlike the kona whale watching partys.
Enjoy the wind in your hair, the gentle ocean breeze and the magnificent views of the kona coast. The majestic pacific humpback whales make their pilgrimage from nearly 3,000 miles away to bask in the warm calm waters around the hawaiian islands. The open ocean safari delivers opportunities to see whales, dolphins, whale sharks, big pelagic fish, sharks, mantas, and more. Where they call hawaii their winter home december to april of each year. Nov 17, 2016 whale watching is a great big island activity. Wahine charters would like to invite you to come out with us and witness one of the largest animals on the planet on the best whale watching charter in hawaii. Join the crew of hang loose for a kona whale watch tour. During these winter months thousands of pacific humpback whales migrate from their summer feedings grounds in the waters off alaska to the warm hawaiian waters to mate and nurse their.
These gentle giants come to the warm hawaiian waters every year to breed and give birth to new calves. See and experience this phenomenon, a rare opportunity to listen to their songs and learn all about the annual hawaii whale season. See why body glove has the best on big island experienced guide, hear whales sing with hydrophone, spacious boat with bar, and sighting guarantee. Choose a tour with or without a meal, and cruise off the shores of waikiki. Join to experience humpback whales on an intimate big island whale watching tours beginning on december 1 and operating through april, whale permitting. See some of natures largest and most majestic creatures during a whalewatching tour that whisks you off into the pristine waters off the kona coast. Whale season arguably the best time to visit hawaii given the level of activity in the water, whale watching season in hawaii is arguably one of the most popular times to visit, and if you venture out on the water in winter on a whale watching tour or a kayak, be sure to have your camera ready and a healthy sense of. We will begin processing online booking requests after september 1st, 2020 so please wait until then to submit your booking forms. Free gifts, no booking fees, and easy booking with travelshack.
Whale watching cruises are some of the most popular things to do in hawaiis whale season, which runs from december through april. Hilo whale watching is best from december april humpback whales are become a daily favorite, with sightings on every whale watch tour or you come again free. During hawaiis whale season you can go on a whale watching cruise along the big islands hilo, kona or kohala coast. Luxury whale watching in kona hawaii alii ocean tours. Every winter north pacific humpback whales navigate their way to hawaii from alaska as part of their natural migration. There are fabulous whale watching tours on kauai, the island of oahu, and off the shores of big island. Morning dolphin swim kealakekua bay snorkel combination tour. Every winter, our humpback whales in hawaii make the 3000 mile journey from alaska to hawaii to mate and give birth in our warm tranquil waters.
Update your humpback whale trivia and get ready for whale watching with our humpback whale 101 guide and 6 great tips for whale watching. It is estimated that more than 10,000 of these whales migrate to the hawaiian islands each year during the winter, in search of a warmer climate. Whale watching tours on the big island of hawaii 2020. Since long before whale watching gained the enormous popularity it boasts today, captain dan mcsweeneys passion and caring for whales defined the character of his whale watching business. Schedule a tour or charter a boat to spot these magnificent creatures. These animals can weigh up to 40 ton and they are some of the largest whales in the world. Whale sightings are guaranteed and if you dont see whales on your trip, come back again for free. Spectacular footage of humpback whales off the kona coast on the big island of hawaii. These peaceful creatures are common to the area, and theres no better place to enjoy encounters with them.
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