Top Hawaii Whale Watching

Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Oahu: Ko Olina Deluxe Whale Watching Sail

Maui Whale Watching: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

Price varies by group size

Head out on an epic adventure along one of the world's most magnificent coastlines. From your comfortable vantage point on a 37-foot (11 meter) Naiad Super Raft, enjoy spectacular views of the 17-mile-long Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park. Explore sea caves and private beaches—accessible only by raft—and snap photos of majestic cathedrals (the cliffs that tower over Kalalau Valley). As you journey along the water, keep an eye out for the marine life that inhabits the area, including dolphins and whales. Each trip (weather permitting) includes time to take a dip and snorkel amongst tropical fish and sea turtles.

Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

With 17 miles of pure shoreline splendor—4,000-foot cliffs, emerald valleys, cathedral spires—Kauai’s Na Pali coast claims some of the country’s best sailing and snorkeling. On this tour, you’ll cross both off your list, hopping aboard a sailing catamaran for an unforgettable adventure. Between sitting down to breakfast and lunch, you’ll spot whales, snorkel amongst turtles and rays, and see one of the most spectacular coastlines on the planet.

The Nāpali Coast Snorkel Excursion

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Kauai’s rugged Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park is completely impassable by car and treacherous on foot. This guided boat tour solves that problem by taking you straight to remote sea caves, hidden waterfalls, and towering sea cliffs by Zodiac raft. Skip the navigation guesswork and let your crew guide you to sheltered reefs for snorkeling and maximize your chances of encountering wild dolphins and seasonal whales along the way.

Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

Get the chance to see whales up close on a whale-watching trip off the coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Keep a look out for migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated tour brings you to some of the best viewing grounds aboard a catamaran. You’re able to hear the whales singing through the provided hydrophones.

Big Island: Whale Watching Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Ultimate 4 Hour Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Encounter

Waikiki Sunset Boat Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kona Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Luxury Snorkel Cruise with Dolphin Watch and Hawaiian Meal

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Oahu: 2-Hour Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

Leave your preconceptions about sharks at the door and get up close to these sleek creatures on this unique ocean experience. Head out from Haleiwa, on the North Shore of O’ahu, and spend around half an hour swimming with the sharks living in the area. Don’t worry, though: even if you aren’t swimming in a cage, you’re still in safe hands, with a guide on board and a safety diver swimming with each group.

Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience Hawaii's underwater world on this 3-hour adventure tour. Cruise on a Zodiac RIB speedboat with just 14 fellow explorers before snorkeling at two vibrant coral reef locations including Captain Cook Monument and sea caves (weather permitting). Discover lava tubes and coves while watching for wild dolphins and whales, though wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. All snorkel gear, flotation devices, pineapple, and water are included; gratuities and hotel pick-up are not included.

Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Get an up-close view of Maui’s coastal scenery—and leave the mainland behind for half a day of exploration—on this immersive snorkeling excursion. Visit Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, snorkeling with professionally fitted gear and enjoying tropical juices, snacks, and a light lunch included. This convenient package covers all snorkel equipment and refreshments, so you don't have to worry about packing supplies.

Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

Kaanapali Beach Parasailing: Soar Above Maui’s Stunning Coastline

1 hourFree Cancellation

Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Get up close with humpback whales near the Big Island of Hawaii on this guided, whale watching excursion. During Hawaii's whale season, the ocean is full of activity from humpback whales migrating from the Pacific Northwest to breed and nurse their young. Hear the whales with a hydrophone and learn about their behavior patterns from the certified naturalist guide. Snacks and light refreshments are provided.

Big Island: Whale Watch Excursion

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kona Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Escape the hustle and bustle of land and soak up the sun and ocean breeze while taking in the sights of the Kona coastline on this sailing trip aboard a comfortable 53-foot catamaran. As you glide across the blue water, keep an eye out for marine wildlife such as dolphins and humpback whales during migratory season. Enjoy a full premium bar with tropical cocktails, beer, wine, soda, and juice on board.

Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This "safari" style trip lets you avoid the crowds typical of many boat tours. In a small group, head out along the Kona coastline in search of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, and whales. When the crew finds the right spot, you can put on your snorkeling gear, jump off, and explore the underwater world. The tour lasts about four hours and includes snacks and bottled water.

Kaimana Ocean Safari

Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Whale Watch Tour From Kihei

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

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What are people saying about Hawaii

Suzanne_E, Oct 2026

Just Amazing!!!

As everyone says, it really is a must do, so much so we may do it again!!! THE CREW WAS AMAZING!!! We got a little lost (shocker, I know) and made everyone late, the Captain (Bryce, I think, lack of sleep has me hazy on names) called and guided us exactly to where we needed to be. Can't express how grateful I was for this small act of kindness!! MAHALO!!!! Boat was awesome, loved the music as we cruised across the coastline as we made our way to the Manta Rays.

Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure

Hyong_K, Oct 2026

Such a cool experience!

What a cool way to see the underwater world! The captain promised 99.8% chance of turtle sighting and we saw a couple of different turtles from the boat and up close and personal under water while on the submarine scooter. Such a cool experience with a diver right by your side to guide you the whole time. Felt completely safe and in capable hands while going 20 feet under water. I highly recommend!

Oahu: Swim with Dolphins on the West Coast

Kristina_L, Oct 2026

Best experience ever!

Best experience ever! The whole crew was amazing! The capitan was absolutely amazing at finding dolphins and we stayed out there longer than normal to make sure we get to swim with them. On the way back we saw lots of dolphins again and all jumped in to enjoy them again! It was absolutely incredible! The shuttle service was great too. The only thing is I wasn’t super happy about the pictures. But he said they’ll take it into consideration so no problem at all.

Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

Linda, Oct 2026

Beautiful Snorkeling and Fascinating Hawaiian History!

We had a wonderful time on this snorkeling tour! The boat ride took us to a beautiful protected reef with crystal-clear blue water and an abundance of colorful tropical fish. The snorkeling was fantastic! What made this tour especially enjoyable was the combination of natural beauty, adventure, and fascinating Hawaiian history. Our captain and guide shared stories about Captain Cook's arrival in Hawaii, how he was initially welcomed as a god, and how a later visit ended in mistrust and his death. We also explored the coastline, saw impressive sea caves and lava tubes, and learned stories about Hawaiian royalty using the lava tubes as hiding places. It was also fun to see places and marine life that served as inspiration for Disney movies like Moana and Finding Nemo. This was so much more than just a snorkeling trip! We loved the combination of beautiful scenery, amazing marine life, and interesting history and storytelling. It was a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend it!

Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

David_G, Sep 2026

Friendly fun!

We booked a last minute trip to go see the turtles after a hurricane. The sights weren't awesome because the sea was murkey. But the crew was amazing. They took great care of us. They made sure everybody had something to eat. Something to drink and tried their best to show us turtles. We did see a couple and they assured us that we would normally see more in better weather. We would totally recommend Capt. Anthony and Sophia. And Sofia, again, they were absolutely outstanding.

Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina

Jeremy_M, Sep 2026

Great Experience

The whole experience was awesome. The crew was very entertaining and knowledgeable. They really had to work hard to find the dolphins, but they did. They stuck around a little longer just to make sure everybody had a chance to learn about the dolphins and experience the whole venture. Highly recommend this to anyone.

Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

Phillip_R, Apr 2026

Baby Humpback Whale puts on a show!!!!!

With us being near the end of Humpback whale season, our expectations were to hopefully see a whale or two, and wow did our captain/tour guide and the whales surpass our expectations. We learned a lot and a baby whale put on quite the show for us doing about 10-15 jumps out of the water towards the end of our tour!!!! What an amazing experience to see in person that my brother and I will never forget!

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Paul_D, Apr 2026

What an AMAZING excursion. More than what I expected.

OMG. This excursion was thrilling. Such close encounters with whales. I was like a kid in a candy store. Who whales showed up close to the boat so we had to shut off engines per regulations. The whales put on an AMAZING show. Slapping fins, tails and breaching. Swimming past under the boat. Such an opportunity for great pictures and videos. Highly recommend this excursion during peak whale season. Definitely a good time.

Waikiki 2 Hour Whale Watching with Guaranteed Sightings on Oahu

Kelsey_J, Apr 2026

Great crew and tour

It was a really fun boat ride. Got to see more of the island which was really nice. Our captain Jamie was very good about pointing out land marks around the coast and providing a bit of history which was really cool. My husband and I traveled with our 19mo old. He liked the boat, but the water was a bit choppy when we went out, and I think it was a bit much for him. He ended up sleeping the whole tour. We didn’t get to see any whales, big storms had just rolled through right before our tour so I didn’t have much hope, but we did see like 30 spinner dolphins jumping and doing flips around our boat which was really cool. We got to see some sea turtles as well. Our crew was really friendly and funny. Since we didn’t see whales we have the opportunity to take another tour, an offer that doesn’t expire, which I think is amazing. I’m not sure when we’ll make it back out to Hawaii, but when we do, we’ll go out with pink sails again.

Big Island: Whale Watching Tour

Pat_S, Mar 2026

Great Activity

Hang on to your hat! It was a beautiful day and we saw lots of whales. Captain Jacob and his crew were attentive and the captain gave us lots of information on the whales. The meeting place is easy to find. Either before or after your tour, don’t forget to go to the nearby preserve/beach area and look for green sea turtles, and the monk seal.

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

David_S, Feb 2026

MAXIMUM possible vibes on this one.

Top-tier tour. Honestly I don’t know how it could have been better. We were seeing whales basically non-stop, and it was cool to see how the crew could reliably tell where the most active whales were going to be. And they were NOT KIDDING about that open bar. Not a bluff y'all, they kept us stocked. Not too big of a group for the boat size, and the whole thing felt relaxed in a decidedly non-commercial way. Pretty perfect all around.