Whale watching speedboat tour from Kailua Kona, Big Island

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Combine the thrill of whale watching and speedboating for a one of a kind whale watching experience from Kona Kailua, on Hawaii’s Big Island!

Combine the thrill of watching humpback whales breach the surface of the ocean mere metres away from you with the excitement of a speed-tacular ocean vessel for a one of a kind whale watching experience from Kona Kailua, on Hawaii’s Big Island!

Aboard the Kona Explorer, with its powerful twin Suzuki 300 engines, you will be able to seek far and wide to catch sight of the humpback whales who journey to Hawaiian waters and stay from December until April to breed, birth, and nurture their calves. Thanks to the sleek nature of the 41 foot vessel, you will also be able to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures! With an experienced naturalist on board to guide your observations, you can rest assured that you will not miss a thing, and you can also count on learning a thing or two about whales!

The clear, sea life abundant waters of Hawaii Island are truly some of the best Hawaiian waters from which to whale watch from, and as you sit comfortably on cushioned benches and under a protective sunroof, you will get to enjoy both the excitement of speed boating and catching sight of these rare and beautiful animals. Throughout the whale watching tour there will be snacks and refreshments to enjoy, and alcoholic drinks to purchase as well – the Kona Explorer might be a smaller vessel, but it caters to all your comforts and there is also a bathroom on board! Although the highlight of this Big Island whale watching tour is spotting humpback whales, there is also the chance to see spinner dolphins, pilot and sperm whales, manta rays, sea turtles, and more! When it comes to wildlife, the Big Island has so much to offer!

Book your whale watching speedboat tour from Kailua Kona today to experience unforgettable moments and unlimited excitement on the Big Island!

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Practical information

2.5 hour Big Island whale watching tour aboard a super raft, departing from Kailua Kona.

Course of events

-Park at Body Glove storefront in Kailua Kona 30 minutes prior to departure time

-Walk to Kailua Kona Pier

-Meet and check in with the captain and crew

-Receive safety briefing

-Board boat

-Set sail and ready for 2.5 hours of whale spotting!

-Return to Kailua Pier

-End of Activity

Activity requirements

Guests must complete liability waiver prior to boarding the vessel.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

You are welcome to park for free at the Body Glove storefront (75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona) located one block away from the Kailua Pier. You may park at the Hotel King Kamehameha which is closer; however, they charge by the hour. If you require handicapped parking there are two stalls located in the cul-de-sac in front of the Kailua Pier but it is advisable to come early as they are used frequently.

This tour is not accessible to people with neck or back problems, pregnant or disabled people.

Spoken languages:English
Meeting point:
Kailua Pier, Kailua Kona
Included
  • Food
  • Drink
  • Captain
  • Crew
  • 1 bathrooms
  • Marine Naturalist guide
  • Tax
  • Fees
Excluded
  • Tip
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  • Sunglasses
  • Hat

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