Quick Details
Guest
Priced per person
$ 139
Guest with Whale Song Snorkel upgrade
Priced per person
$ 184
About the Tour
Set sail to spot North Pacific Humpback whales (koholā) as they complete their 6,000‑mile migration from Alaska to Hawai‘i each winter.
Along the way, hear about the whales’ role in Hawaiian tradition and their amazing behaviors.
Upgrade to our Whale Song Snorkel Package and experience the magic beneath the surface. On calm days, you’ll have the chance to enter the water with provided snorkel gear and float peacefully as the songs of koholā (humpback whales) echo through the ocean. Though not guaranteed, these powerful, melodic sounds carry for miles and offer a deeply memorable way to connect with these gentle giants.
Disclaimer: Expect ocean spray and splashy decks—you will likely get wet!
What You’ll See
- Humpbacks (koholā) breaching, tail‑slapping, and singing
- Possible dolphin, sea turtle, and seabird sightings
- Sweeping views of Hilo’s coastline and Mauna Kea
- Insights into the whales’ place in Hawaiian culture
What to Bring
- Reef‑safe sunscreen & sunglasses
- Hat or other sun protection
- Light layers (it can get cool offshore)
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Snorkel gear (included with upgrade) and optional life jacket
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This tour: Is not suitable for those who are pregnant, over 300lbs, have back / mobility problems, or cannot swim unassisted in the open ocean.
All tours: Leave promptly at the specified time. Tours will not be held back for late arrivals and missed tours will not be eligible for refund. If guests require rental gear for this adventure, they will be responsible for showing up before the specified time in order to have gear fitted and be ready for an on-time departure. We do see wildlife ofter however, they are wild mammals therefore we do not guarantee we will see them on every tour.