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Whale Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor

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Ride on Alala to see the Humpbacks!
Your stable viewing platform to see the whales!
Easy boarding from the dock
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See and listen to the Humpback Whales from aboard our stable and spacious catamaran.
Our trained naturalist will help you understand the whales' behaviors and answer your Humpback questions.
Weather permiting, we'll deploy our underwater hydrophone so you can eavesdrop on the haunting songs of the Humpbacks.
This trip is guaranteed with the best guarantee on the island. If we don't see Humpbacks during your cruise, you can come back again until you do (no limits on return trips).

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Optional Gratuity
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Akoni Pule Highway
Waimea, HI 96743, USA

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What To Expect

Experience the excitement -- watch Humpback Whales during their mating season with Ocean Sports. Our highly-trained naturalists will interpret the whales’ behaviors and answer all your Humpback questions. We’ll deploy our onboard hydrophone (weather dependent) so you can listen to the Humpbacks’ songs.

Ocean Sports offers the best Whale Watch Guarantee on the island…see a Humpback or ride again for FREE until you do!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Whale Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5134P25

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Whale Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
  • Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
The following is NOT included:
  • Optional Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Whale Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whale Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Optional Gratuity

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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