Oahu Whale Watching Tours: The 15 Trips That Deliver

2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki - Searching for humpbacks from December to May

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

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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Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

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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Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

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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Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

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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Honolulu, Oahu: Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise

6.Honolulu, Oahu: Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise

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

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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Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

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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2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

8.2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Review of Oahu’s 2-hour Waikiki whale watching cruise, with boat details, whale guarantee, costs, sea conditions, wildlife, and booking advice.

“The whale watching was amazing! We only got to see it from afar however was still amazing to see. the crew was nice and engaging. Chasing the whales was a task! they handled it whale hahaha get it.”

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Sea Safari, Dolphins, Turtles and Waikiki Cruise

9.Sea Safari, Dolphins, Turtles and Waikiki Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 124 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Review of Oahu’s one-hour glass-viewing cruise, with Waikiki views, fish, turtles, dolphins, practical tips, and honest wildlife expectations.

“It was a nice boat ride but that is all it was. We seen a few fish, but that was quite a let down. We did not see turtles or dolphins.”

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Oahu: Waikiki Eco-Friendly Morning Whale Watching Cruise

10.Oahu: Waikiki Eco-Friendly Morning Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 119 reviews · 2 hours · from $99

Review of Oahu’s two-hour whale watching cruise from Waikiki, with whale guarantees, onboard drinks, crew insight, views, value, and practical tips.

“Which a fun time! We saw a few whales and lots of dolphins. The energy was high and the crew were great!”

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1.5-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour

11.1.5-Hour Guided Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 92 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Review of Oahu’s 1.5-hour whale watching tour, with boat details, wildlife odds, North Shore stops, price, tips, and who should book.

“Chasing wave, racing dolphins, fishing shark 😱 … haha 😆. It’s a wonderful tour you don’t want to miss in your vacation especially this Ocean outfitters in north shore of Oahu!”

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Sunset Whale Watch in Waikiki, Whales Guaranteed or Free Return

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $54Top rated

See humpback whales, dolphins, Diamond Head, and sunset views on a relaxed Waikiki boat tour with a free return guarantee.

“Katie and crew were amazing. We booked individually, not in a party- like ding dongs. We were going to be on different boats but they figured out a way for us to all be together! Saw beautiful whales and they took our pictures!”

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1.5 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching with E Sea Diver (Shuttle Option)

13.1.5 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching with E Sea Diver (Shuttle Option)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 70 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $29Best value

Review of E Sea Diver’s 1.5-hour Waikiki whale watch, with boat details, whale-season tips, shuttle costs, value, and booking advice.

“No whales to be seen. We were told this could happen but unsure where we should go to rebook as promised.”

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West Oahu Deluxe Whale Watching Sail

14.West Oahu Deluxe Whale Watching Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Review of West Oahu’s 2-hour whale-watching sail, with whale sightings, mountain views, drinks, practical tips, price, and booking advice.

“A lovely cruise with a small group of people. Everyone had a beautiful view, and could spot the whales. Staff was excellent, two drinks complimentary.”

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