Oahu Whale Watching Tours: The 7 Trips That Deliver

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,929 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Review of Oahu’s affordable two-hour whale watch from Waikiki, with boat details, whale season tips, value, logistics, and honest drawbacks.

“The staff were amazing and knowledgeable! They were so kind, funny, and caring the entire time. It was a 2 hour ride, but they have a stand for snacks and motion sickness medicine on the boat. Me and my boyfriend went on January 2nd and had a great experience because there was a handful of whale sightings! We would definitely book again if we come back during whale season💕”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,064 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Review of Waikiki’s two-hour whale watch, with seasonal sightings, free repeat rides, coastal views, pricing, tips, and practical details.

“Great whale watching cruise . Captain Jamie , Alex and Peter were very knowledgeable. Love it will do again”

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3.Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 638 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Review of Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch, with pricing, whale sightings, crew, boat comfort, pickup tips, and honest drawbacks.

“The boat is just lovely. There is lots of room for passengers. And drinks are provided. Whales were non existent unless passengers found the spouts. The crew never found a whale it was always the passengers and they were so far away that it was pretty much not a whale watching trip.”

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4.Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Review of the Star of Honolulu whale-watching cruise from Waikiki, with honest advice on views, comfort, food, timing, value, and what to expect.

“So much fun! The boat is Huge & the staff was great. We saw a lot of whales. HIGHLY recommend this one!!!!”

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5.Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 193 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Review of Oahu’s Majestic whale watch cruise, with practical advice on whale sightings, boat comfort, views, price, timing, and value.

“Great experience. Even if we had not seen whales, everything was well done, very professional. The naturalist was teaching throughout the trip and directing us towards sightings. Great value for the money.”

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6.Honolulu, Oahu: Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 166 reviews · 1h 30m · from $39Best value

Review of Honolulu’s $39 Waikiki whale watching cruise, with catamaran views, marine life, practical tips, value, and whale guarantee details.

“Driver was perfectly on time on the right and agreed location. Whales were approaching and we had a nice experience. I would recommend this company! Everything went well and smooth.”

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7.Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 161 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Review of Honolulu’s whale-watching breakfast cruise, with Kona coffee, island food, Diamond Head views, whale odds, and practical booking advice.

“Such a great and beautiful experience to have breakfast on a boat and look for whales!! The water was so blue and to see the island from the water was incredible! The crew was so welcoming and interactive with everyone! Great tour!!”

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