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9 Best Whale Watching Cruises On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

The 9 most popular whale watching cruises on Oahu right now. The ones worth putting on the itinerary, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book with.

9 Best Whale Watching Cruises On Oahu

2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki - The 2-hour route: Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the water
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2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

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

A 2-hour Oahu whale watch from Ala Wai Harbor in Waikiki, with onboard narration, a hydrophone, BYOB snacks, and big views.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Even though it was windy and the water was choppy, we had a great boat ride. We didn't see any whales in our excursion, but were given a pass to come back on any future whale watching tours. Logan and Carell were super informative and made it a great trip! Thank you!”

1,929 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $49.95by Lahaina Cruise Company / Hawaii Ocean Project

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Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch - On the Water: The Captain’s Whale and Dolphin Search Along Oahu’s West Coast
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Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

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2.Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

Oahu luxury catamaran: whale and dolphin spotting, hidden-reef snorkeling, Hawaiian buffet with drinks, and optional Waikiki pickup.

★ 4.5

“Easily the best excursion we have ever done. Crew was amazing, food was awesome. We saw whales and 2 types of dolphins and that wasn’t even the snorkel part! The told us to get back on the boat but in that moment they saw an eagle ray and told me to get back in the…”

1,334 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $174.00by Ocean Joy Cruises - Oahu

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Waikiki, Oahu 2-Hour Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings - Price and what $45.31 really buys you
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Waikiki, Oahu 2-Hour Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings

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

Waikiki whale watch from Pink Sails: 2 hours off Oahu for humpbacks, dolphins, and turtles, plus free return if no sightings.

★ 4.5

“My family had a blast despite the whales not showing up. The crew was amazing and we easily rebooked for free for another day and chance to see whales. My kids enjoyed just being on the boat and taking in the views. I definitely recommend Pink Sails.”

1,064 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $45.31by Pink Sails Waikiki

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Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch - 3) The Humpback Hunt: What the Crew Looks For
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Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

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4.Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Waikiki catamaran whale watch with a full premium bar, expert narration, and a free re-ride if humpbacks don’t show.

★ 4.5

“Great time! Captain Chris and crew were fantastic. Saw some whales, had a great boat ride. Highly recommend this adventure!”

638 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $89.00by Hawaii Nautical

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Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki - The included breakfast: a small thing that makes the cruise feel easier
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Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

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5.Early Bird Whale Watching Cruise from Waikiki

Early Bird whale watch from Waikiki on the Star of Honolulu. Four decks, live narration, and pineapple-banana bread breakfast at Aloha Tower.

★ 4.5

“I feel a little deceived because reviews on this cruise said we would have to get briefly in the water to get on and off making me think it was a different cruise and smaller boat. I have already been on the star of Honolulu and thought it was quite boring. Didn't see any whales…”

202 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $68.00by Star of Honolulu Cruises and Events

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Best Waikiki Whale Watching in Honolulu: Whales Guaranteed - Whale-Spotting “On the Move”: How the Crew Finds Action
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Best Waikiki Whale Watching in Honolulu: Whales Guaranteed

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Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic - Your 2.5-hour route: Diamond Head, Waikiki, and the skyline return
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Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

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7.Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic

2.5-hour Maunalua Bay whale cruise from Pier 6 with a naturalist, multi-deck comfort, and a free return trip if no whales show.

★ 4.5

“We went in late January, peak season for whale migration. Boat was comfortable, guide was knowledgeable. We saw at least a dozen whale sightings. All in all a great experience!”

193 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $85.09by Atlantis Adventures Hawaii

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Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu - Diamond Head Lighthouse stop: seeing Lēʻahi from the sea
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Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

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9.Whale Watching & Late Breakfast Cruise in Honolulu

Honolulu whale watching and breakfast cruise from Ala Moana: Kona coffee, chef-made loco moco, Diamond Head views, and a chance at humpbacks.

★ 4.0

“This is a non existent company no longer in business!! Went to the boat dock and the slip was empty and a dock worker said the company has not been in business for over two months.”

161 reviews2 hours (approx.)by Prince Kuhio Tours

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