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Wake Up With the Whales Cruise

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icon1 hour 30 minutes  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
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Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview

Wake up for a morning whale-watching cruise when the ocean is most likely to be calm and conditions ideal for spotting humpback whales. Accompanied by an experienced captain and a naturist guide, set out from Anaeho'omalu Bay to look for humpback whales from the decks of the stable catamaran. Your crew serves up hot Kona coffee, tropical juices and snacks for you to enjoy on board. Whale sightings are guaranteed — if your guide doesn’t spot whales, you get to come back for a complimentary tour.
  • Whale-watching cruise from Anaeho'omalu Bay on the Big Island
  • See humpback whales as they migrate along the coast of Hawaii
  • Learn about whale behavior from the naturalist guide
  • Go whale-watching in the morning when conditions are calm
  • Enjoy light refreshments of hot Kona coffee, juice and snacks
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Light refreshments
Beers, Wines and Soft Drinks
Live commentary on board
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Departure Point

69-1100 Ku'uali'i Pl, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738, USA

Departure Time

8:00 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Ocean Sports

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Wake Up With the Whales Cruise?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Wake Up With the Whales Cruise.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Wake Up With the Whales Cruise?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Wake Up With the Whales Cruise.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Wake Up With the Whales Cruise?
A:
The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Wake Up With the Whales Cruise.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Wake Up With the Whales Cruise?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Wake Up With the Whales Cruise.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Wake Up With the Whales Cruise?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Wake Up With the Whales Cruise.

Traveler Tips

  • "Highly recommend this excursion if in Hawaii during the winter months." See review

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Wonderful!
Leslie_D
, Feb 2021
We saw lots of whales. Crew was knowledgeable and welcoming. It was very memorable! It truly met our expectations.
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Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Wake Up With the Whales Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip, the service and information provided by the crew, and most importantly, got to see the Humpbacks! We know that the decision to participate in activities right now is a challenging one, and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us. We look forward to sharing more adventures with you the next time you're in "our neck of the woods"! Mahalo
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Terrific whale watching trip!
Janice_S
, Feb 2021
We had a terrific experience! Tons of whales and a knowledgeable, very friendly and laid back crew. Thank you for an awesome trip.
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2021
Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Whale Watch Cruise. We're so happy to read that you got to see so many Humpbacks, and we appreciate your kind words about our crew too. We know that right now, making the decision to participate in activities can be a challenge, and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us! Mahalo and a hui hou!
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BEST WHALE WATCHING COMPANY
Paul
, Feb 2021
Seeing the whales was great! Staff was pretty good and knowledgeable. They did their best to make us welcome and comfortable. We felt like family. We came away with easy knowledge of whales and efficient and wonderful trip. Mahalo!!
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Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Whale Watch Cruise for the Viator Community (and us). We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the cruise, the service and information provided by the crew, and most importantly, got to see the Humpbacks. We know that the decision to participate in activities right now is a bit challenging, and we really appreciate that you chose to join us. We hope we'll get to share more adventures with you the next time you're in "our neighborhood"! Mahalo
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Awesome experience!
Devon_M
, Feb 2021
Awesome experience with an even better crew! My husband and I had a wonderful time and we lucked out and saw a pod of dolphins interacting with whales! Captain Will, Greg, and Ty were all so knowledgeable and lovely which made for a top notch experience! We will certainly be back! :)
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Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Whale Watch Cruise for the Viator community (and us). We're so happy to read that you enjoyed your trip and the service information provided by your crew -- and getting to see dolphins AND whales interacting -- wow! We know that the decision to participate in activities right now can be a challenging one, and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us. We look forward to sharing more adventures with you the next time you're in "our neighborhood"! Mahalo
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Ocean sports rocks!
Mitzi_K
, Jan 2021
From the beginning of the trip to the end it was great. I was a little late getting there and they called to see if I was going to make it. When we got there they were very friendly and understanding. We saw and heard lots of whales. The crew was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2021
Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Wake Up with the Whales Cruise for the Tripadvisor community (and us). We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip, and the information and service provided by the crew. But most importantly, we're really glad you got to see and hear so many Humpbacks! We know that making the choice to participate in an activity right now is challenging, and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us. We look forward to sharing more adventures with you the next time you're in "our neighborhood". Mahalo
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Amazing experience
Guy_N
, Dec 2020
Fantastic. We saw 2 whales breach within 15 minutes of departure and had 2 whales circle our boat. Very knowledgeable crew.
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icon Response from Host , Dec 2020
Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to review your Whale Watch Cruise for the Viator community and us! We're so happy you enjoyed the trip, the information provided by our crew, and most importantly, got to see those Humpbacks! We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your vacation with us. Mahalo and Mele Kalikimaka!
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Whaling
Sue
, Mar 2020
Crew were very helpful and knowledgeable. Spotted a mother with her baby in the bay and followed her
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Breached whale
Dan_B
, Feb 2020
Saw tons of whales, highlight was when one breached. Staff was awesome and fun. Drinks were included and were good. Boat was 100% full but didn’t feel over crowded.
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2020
Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to review your Whale Watch Cruise for the Tripadvisor Community (and us). We're so happy to read you enjoyed the boat and the on-board amenities, your interactions with our crew, and most importantly got a chance to see all those Humpbacks! We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island, and we're honored you chose to spend a morning with us. Mahalo and A Hui Hou Kakou!
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Thar she blows
jeffro1ts2play
, Feb 2020
The experience was even better than expected. The crew and staff were very knowledgeable about the humpbacks. I will definitely do it again.
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2020
Mahalo -- we're very happy to read that you enjoyed seeing the whales, and we appreciate your kind words about our staff. We look forward to sharing that next adventure with you! A Hui Hou Kakou!
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We saw whales!
rlsnyderjr
, Feb 2020
We saw whales! There was a mother and calf and male escort whale primarily in our sights. I learned quite a lot about whales from our boat Captains that morning. It was a pleasurable experience but not spectacular. That is up to the whales.
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2020
Aloha, Thanks for taking the time to review your Whale Watch Cruise. We're so happy to read that you got to see some Humpbacks, and we appreciate your comments about how the number of sightings during a cruise is dependent on the whales! We also appreciate your kind words about the information provided by the crew. We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us. A Hui Hou Kakou and Mahalo
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