Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard 'Imiloa
Overview
Hop aboard ‘Imiloa, our Express Catamaran as your captain & crew take you along Kauai’s south shore to find the gentle giants of the sea. An up close and personal tour, be ready for fun & excitement as we encounter Humpback Whales & dolphins. A once in a lifetime experience. Be prepared for the, wet, wild & wow!
This popular Humpback whale watching tour is featured during the height of Hawaii’s Whale season (December – March) and is a favorite among wildlife enthusiasts. Complimentary soft drinks, beer, wine and mai tais; Individually packaged snacks included. Ages 3+
2-full size restrooms. Come dressed casually, bring a jacket or windbreaker & expect to get wet!
What's Included
- CPR / First Aid & water safety trained crews
- Light Snacks
- Experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Captain
- Beer and Mai Tai’s (For adults over 21 years of age with ID)
- Juice, Soda & Water
- USCG inspected Commercial passenger vessel
- Gratuities
- No pregnancies, bad back, recent surgeries or mobility issues
- No hotel pickup or drop off
Meeting Location
4353 Waialo Road
Eleele, HI 96705, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- No pregnancies, bad backs, those who have undergone any recent surgeries, those with any mobility problems
- Minimum age 3 years old. No one under the age of 3 allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No Children under the age of 3 years old
- No Pregnant women or serious health concerns
- CANCELLATION POLICY: To modify, reschedule, or cancel ANY tour and receive a full refund, YOU MUST CALL KST 24 Hours prior to your tour check-in time.
- Tour length is 2hrs from departure time, not check in time.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6907P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard ‘Imiloa. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- CPR / First Aid & water safety trained crews.
- Light Snacks.
- Experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Captain.
- Beer and Mai Tai’s (For adults over 21 years of age with ID).
- Juice, Soda & Water.
- USCG inspected Commercial passenger vessel.
- Gratuities.
- No pregnancies, bad back, recent surgeries or mobility issues.
- No hotel pickup or drop off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard 'Imiloa is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- No pregnancies, bad backs, those who have undergone any recent surgeries, those with any mobility problems
- Minimum age 3 years old. No one under the age of 3 allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kauai: Whale Watch Cocktail Tour aboard ‘Imiloa will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- CPR / First Aid & water safety trained crews
- Light Snacks
- Experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Captain
- Beer and Mai Tai’s (For adults over 21 years of age with ID)
- Juice, Soda & Water
- USCG inspected Commercial passenger vessel
- Gratuities
- No pregnancies, bad back, recent surgeries or mobility issues
- No hotel pickup or drop off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- No pregnancies, bad backs, those who have undergone any recent surgeries, those with any mobility problems
- Minimum age 3 years old. No one under the age of 3 allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No Children under the age of 3 years old
- No Pregnant women or serious health concerns
- CANCELLATION POLICY: To modify, reschedule, or cancel ANY tour and receive a full refund, YOU MUST CALL KST 24 Hours prior to your tour check-in time.
- Tour length is 2hrs from departure time, not check in time.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
