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5 Best Kauai Whale Watching Tours

The trips worth booking.

The 5 kauai whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.

5 Best Kauai Whale Watching Tours

'Imiloa Express Whale Watch and Cocktail Tour - What the Captain Teaches You While You Scan the Water
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‘Imiloa Express Whale Watch and Cocktail Tour

1.‘Imiloa Express Whale Watch and Cocktail Tour

Spot humpback whales on a catamaran off Port Allen, with captain-led biology talk and included Mai Tais, beer, snacks, and ocean views.

Most Popular 4.5

“Captain was entertaining and tried hard to find some whales. He stopped by the Spouting Horn on the return trip for an interesting view. The reason for four instead of five stars is just that the whales didn’t cooperate!”

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Winter Whale Watching Adventure in Kauai - Where you start in Eleele, and what to expect on arrival
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Winter Whale Watching Adventure in Kauai

2.Winter Whale Watching Adventure in Kauai

Open-air winter whale watching in Kauai with Captain J’s. 360° views, hydrophones when conditions allow, and a fast 2-hour ride.

4.5

“Really knowledgeable captain, friendly and fun crew, and we saw amazing whales and dolphins! Be prepared for an exhilarating boat ride!”

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Kauai's South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure - Zodiac Hurricane Boats: Fast, Nimble, and Definitely Not a Leisure Cruise
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Kauai’s South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure

3.Kauai’s South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure

Fast Zodiac whale watching off Kauai’s South Shore from Poipu. Small group, expert crew, and humpback sightings in winter season.

4.5

“During our excursion we didn't see any whales or dolphins or turtles. Water was very rough. We were the only boat out due to the weather/water conditions. While I know the weather and associated conditions were out of everyone's control, it definitely would have been better to cancel the excursion rather than spending 2 hours…”

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Kauai Raft Adventure: Whale Watch Discovery - The Hydrophone Moment: Hearing Whale Songs When You Get Close
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Kauai Raft Adventure: Whale Watch Discovery

4.Kauai Raft Adventure: Whale Watch Discovery

Kauai Sea Tours 2-hour raft whale watch with humpbacks and dolphins, plus hydrophone moments when possible, and snacks included.

4.5

“My family definitely enjoyed the whale watching tour! We saw both whales and dolphins and we felt very fortunate as that is not always the case. Recommendation to other families .... due to the way you sit on the boat, children need to be tall enough to sit on the side of the raft while…”

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Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel - Key Points to Know Before You Go
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Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel

5.Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel

Kayak Kauai’s Poipu tour: paddle Kaua’i’s south shore for turtles and dolphins, optional snorkel, light picnic lunch, expert guides.

5.0

“Excellent guides (Web and Dan) who were professional yet very fun and dynamic. The primary tour guide was insanely knowledgeable and has been at this for a long time. As described in the details this is an active paddle. Conditions change quickly but you're rewarded with great views, an awesome private beach lunch spot and…”

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