Oahu Whale Watching Tours


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13 Best Oahu Whale Watching Tours

The trips worth booking.

The 13 oahu 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.

13 Best Oahu Whale Watching Tours

2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki - Humpback odds: December to May and what to watch for
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2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

1.2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

2-hour humpback whale watch from Ala Wai Harbor with live expert narration, hydrophone listening, and BYOB. Sightings vary.

Most Popular 4.5

“The captain and crew were super knowledgeable about whales and whale watching. They took us to several different locations and while we were unable to see any wheels near Oahu, we did receive a free pass to go well watching in Maui… Where we saw many, many whales! It was phenomenal and we were happy…”

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Waikiki, Oahu 2-Hour Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings - Two hours on the water: what your cruise feels like
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Waikiki, Oahu 2-Hour Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings

2.Waikiki, Oahu 2-Hour Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings

Waikiki whale watching on a 2-hour Oahu cruise during humpback season, with free re-ride if you miss whales and great crew energy.

4.5

“My family had a blast despite the whales not showing up. The crew was amazing and we easily rebooked for free for another day and chance to see whales. My kids enjoyed just being on the boat and taking in the views. I definitely recommend Pink Sails.”

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Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch - The Whale-Spotting Game Plan: What You’ll Learn to See
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Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki - Breakfast on the water: pineapple banana bread and coffee
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Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

4.Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

Early Bird whale watch from Waikiki on the Star of Honolulu with stabilizers, live narration, and breakfast pineapple banana bread.

4.5

“Be prepared to slide off the pier to get in a dingy and be transported to the bigger boat, all in your bare feet ( shoes left on the pier). They know their whales and spotted a “comp pod” way in the distance and got us there for awesomeness.”

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Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic - Waikiki on the Water: Deck Time You’ll Actually Use
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Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

5.Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

Go humpback whale watching off Waikiki on the Majestic. Naturalist narration, three viewing decks, and a free return cruise if none.

4.5

“Bill, the guide, was great. The whole crew was very attentive from start to finish. We saw 3 separate whale pods which included a 2 week old calf. Also saw a turtle. Very comfortable trip.”

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Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu - Whale-spotting odds: how the crew helps you see more
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Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

6.Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

2-hour Honolulu whale watching with breakfast onboard at sunrise: Kona coffee, Diamond Head views, plus dolphins and sea turtles.

4.0

“The chef canceled on the morning of the trip because they were sick. They bought pastries and juice. We were told we’ll receive a partial refund but it’s almost a month later and I have not received anything and none of my emails/calls received a response. I give 2 stars because they tried really hard…”

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2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu - The 2-hour route: what happens at Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, and Ala Moana
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2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

7.2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

2-hour Waikiki whale watching cruise with open-air decks, underwater viewing room, snacks, and a free rebooking if you miss the whales.

4.5

“We didn’t get a chance to see any whales, I felt pretty good on my sea legs till about 10 minutes left. Almost made it the whole way without yarfing but that’s life sometimes. Staff was great. Would recommend to anyone. Good luck!”

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Sea Safari, Dolphins, Turtles and Waikiki Cruise - Meet at Kewalo Basin: Finding Slip F21 Without Stress
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Sea Safari, Dolphins, Turtles and Waikiki Cruise

Oahu: Waikiki Eco-Friendly Morning Whale Watching Cruise - The 2-hour ride: what “eco-friendly” feels like on the water
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Oahu: Waikiki Eco-Friendly Morning Whale Watching Cruise

1.5-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour - North Shore Stop: Surf Culture While You Look for Spouts and Fins
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1.5-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour

10.1.5-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour

A small 1.5-hour whale watching ride off Oahu’s North Shore, hitting Waimea Bay and the surf hotspots fast for close wildlife viewing.

4.5

“This was a super cool experience. My family enjoyed it. The whale watching experience was a plus. Highly recommend.”

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Sunset Whale Watch in Waikiki, Whales Guaranteed or Free Return - Living Ocean Tours at Ala Moana: getting on board without stress
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Sunset Whale Watch in Waikiki, Whales Guaranteed or Free Return

11.Sunset Whale Watch in Waikiki, Whales Guaranteed or Free Return

Sunset Whale Watch from Waikiki. Double-decker boat, free soda, best odds for whales near Diamond Head, free return if none.

5.0

“Exactly as described. Easy access and parking. Fantastic whales-sighting 5 minutes off shores. Very laidback crews and BYOB as you like with your own plastic glass. Totally enjoyable 1.5 hours.”

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1.5 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching with E Sea Diver (Shuttle Option) - Whale Season Timing: Why November to April Changes Everything
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1.5 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching with E Sea Diver (Shuttle Option)

West Oahu Deluxe Whale Watching Sail - Why the West Oahu route improves your odds for humpbacks
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West Oahu Deluxe Whale Watching Sail

13.West Oahu Deluxe Whale Watching Sail

Sail from Waiʻanae for a 2-hour West Oahu whale hunt on a roomy catamaran with a premium bar and a free re-ride if no whales show.

4.5

“Was billed twice for the tour and was not given a refund by Viator. Never trust this company. Customer support was rude and spoke broken english. A good tour but terrible service by Viator.”

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