Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

Body Glove Cruises
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Up to 24 hours before your scheduled admission.
MARIE E
1 day ago
Captain and crew did a great job of finding the whales and explaining their behavior. A fun time on the water. Highly recommended!

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on the PA system through a hydrophone and take photos of whales up-close. Snacks and beverages are included (no-host bar also available). Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you can come again free!

Departure Point

  • All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.
Return Details
  • All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.
Duration2 hours and 30 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wheelchair accessible via a customize boarding ramp with portable extensions that accommodates manual and electric wheelchairs and scooters. Please include in Special Requests at the time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
  • Boarding 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
  • This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
  • Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.
  • Hotel pick-up is not available.
Inclusions
  • Beverages (alcoholic drinks available for purchase)
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Professional guide
  • Snacks and light refreshments
  • Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.
  • Live commentary on board
Exclusions
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
  • Gratuities
Redemption Instructions• Bring a cameraArrive 30 minutes prior to departure time for boarding. Refunds will not be provided for late arrivals. Please allow yourself enough time to make the 5-7 minute walk from the parking lot to the Kailua Pier.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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

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Customer Reviews

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MARIE E
Captain and crew did a great job of finding the whales and explaining their behavior. A fun time on the water. Highly recommended!
brandergal
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour today. We were in the whales within five minutes of getting out to sea and had several close encounters. Caroline was an exceptional naturalist!
Ameya_B
Barely a tiny part of a whale spotted far away, no other marine life spotted, pretty boring. It’s more like a boat ride for 2.5 hours. The boats are packed, arrive early to get in line so you can get a seat you want. Positive thing is the crew is really nice, snacks and drinks were good, the boat and toilets onboard were clean.
94bevn
Very good company, from reservation folks to the boat crews, all quite helpful and nice. Boat rides great, big enough to smooth some of the sea sickness smaller ones have. Did not see whales on the first trip, but did have enough time to take a free second trip and saw a large pod of pilot whales. Late March/early April iffy for whales there. Enjoyed both rides and recommend this tour highly.
roberthF3109TP
An amazing excursion! It was a beautiful day to see dolphins playing and end in the middle of a pod of whales. One whale came close enough we could hear it blowing out its air; that was exciting! The conservationist was very personable and informative. The crew was very attentive to the passengers. If we are ever back on the island we will take this excursion again!

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