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Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Big Island: Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch

Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$129

Go kayak paddling and snorkeling in the pristine waters of Maui's beautiful West Shore. Small groups with personal care. This is a convenient Kayaking/snorkeling tour …More

Maui, USA

4.7 (101)

Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore

Go kayak paddling and snorkeling in the pristine waters of Maui's beautiful West Shore. Small groups with personal care. This is a convenient Kayaking/snorkeling tour...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$119

Waikiki 2 Hour Sunset Whale Watching Cruise Sightings Guaranteed

Experience the breathtaking beauty of nature with our Sunset Whale Watch excursion. Join us for an unforgettable journey as we set sail into the golden …More

Oahu, USA

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Waikiki 2 Hour Sunset Whale Watching Cruise Sightings Guaranteed

Experience the breathtaking beauty of nature with our Sunset Whale Watch excursion. Join us for an unforgettable journey as we set sail into the golden...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$68

Waikiki Friday Night Fireworks Boat Cruise

Join us for great music an unforgettable tropical sunset followed by a fireworks show from the water. This is definitely a must do if you …More

Oahu, USA

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Waikiki Friday Night Fireworks Boat Cruise

Join us for great music an unforgettable tropical sunset followed by a fireworks show from the water. This is definitely a must do if you...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$68

Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma'alaea Harbor

Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure in a high-speed catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching …More

Maui, USA

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Maui: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard the Malolo From Ma'alaea Harbor

Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure in a high-speed catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$60

Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$99

Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves, …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (72)

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$99

In the clear waters of West Oahu, enjoy dolphin watching and snorkeling experience and get to see the wildlife and tropical island fishes. You might …More

Honolulu, USA

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Dolphin Watching & Turtle Snorkeling

In the clear waters of West Oahu, enjoy dolphin watching and snorkeling experience and get to see the wildlife and tropical island fishes. You might...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$166

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii's warm waters - and there's no better way to see them than from the deck of …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii's warm waters - and there's no better way to see them than from the deck of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$109

Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch

Swim with turtles and fish, while enjoying the crystal blue topical waters. Sail the scenic Waikiki coastline and snorkel at Turtle Canyon. Our eco-conscious cruise …More

Oahu, USA

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch

Swim with turtles and fish, while enjoying the crystal blue topical waters. Sail the scenic Waikiki coastline and snorkel at Turtle Canyon. Our eco-conscious cruise...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$110

Premium Snorkel Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Watch & Hawaiian Meal

Experience the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty along Oʻahu’s west coast on this premium snorkel and sunset cruise. Departing from Ko Olina …More

Honolulu, USA

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Premium Snorkel Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Watch & Hawaiian Meal

Experience the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty along Oʻahu’s west coast on this premium snorkel and sunset cruise. Departing from Ko Olina...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$154

Oahu: Moana’s Waikīkī Whale Watching Exploration

Cruise the Waikiki coast in the comfort of the Moana catamaran, at 55 feet long and 30 feet wide our large base makes this one …More

Oahu, USA

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Oahu: Moana’s Waikīkī Whale Watching Exploration

Cruise the Waikiki coast in the comfort of the Moana catamaran, at 55 feet long and 30 feet wide our large base makes this one...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$160

Maui Magic Adventure Snorkel: Molokini Crater and Turtle Stop

The unique design of the Maui Magic allows access to destinations that other boats are unable to reach. The Maui Magic explores more of the …More

Maui, USA

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Maui Magic Adventure Snorkel: Molokini Crater and Turtle Stop

The unique design of the Maui Magic allows access to destinations that other boats are unable to reach. The Maui Magic explores more of the...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$224

Hawaii DISCOVER Beginner + Certified 2 Tank Shallow Scuba Diving

What sets us apart: 1. Bespoke dive sites on Oahu 2. Unlike 98% of the snorkeling and diving tour operators in Hawaii, our crew are …More

Oahu, USA

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Hawaii DISCOVER Beginner + Certified 2 Tank Shallow Scuba Diving

What sets us apart: 1. Bespoke dive sites on Oahu 2. Unlike 98% of the snorkeling and diving tour operators in Hawaii, our crew are...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (41)

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$239

2hr whale watching sail aboard the Ho'oNaea Catamaran. Enjoy Oahu's majestic North Shore and encounter the Hawaiian Humpback whales up-close from the of the decks …More

Oahu, USA

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Whale Watching Catamaran Sail

2hr whale watching sail aboard the Ho'oNaea Catamaran. Enjoy Oahu's majestic North Shore and encounter the Hawaiian Humpback whales up-close from the of the decks...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$114

Oahu: Whale & Dolphin Watching, Turtle Snorkeling

The winter whale-watching season is here! Join us on Oahu’s beautiful west coast for a relaxing and unforgettable adventure. Aboard our spacious catamaran, we’ll head …More

Oahu, USA

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Oahu: Whale & Dolphin Watching, Turtle Snorkeling

The winter whale-watching season is here! Join us on Oahu’s beautiful west coast for a relaxing and unforgettable adventure. Aboard our spacious catamaran, we’ll head...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (25)

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$166

Hawaii’s Big Island is home to migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Kona: Whale Watching on Big island

Hawaii’s Big Island is home to migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$95

Maui: Whale Watch and Scenic Tour from Kayak

This kayak tour is the MOST unique & special way to see the whales, the gorgeous West Maui coastline & ocean wildlife. Get ready to …More

Maui, USA

4.7 (17)

Maui: Whale Watch and Scenic Tour from Kayak

This kayak tour is the MOST unique & special way to see the whales, the gorgeous West Maui coastline & ocean wildlife. Get ready to...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$150

Private Charter 12 Passenger X-Treme Vessel 3 Hours

Travel & Hospitality Award Winner, BBB A+ Rated, Winner of and 2018 Certificate of Excellence Cool Shore Excursions Award. …More

Maui, USA

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Private Charter 12 Passenger X-Treme Vessel 3 Hours

Travel & Hospitality Award Winner, BBB A+ Rated, Winner of and 2018 Certificate of Excellence Cool Shore Excursions Award....

3 days 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$2,300

Kona - 8 Hour Private Fishing Charter in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

If there is anything you would specifically like us to accommodate, please let us know in advance and we will do everything possible to meet …More

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

4.6 (9)

Kona - 8 Hour Private Fishing Charter in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

If there is anything you would specifically like us to accommodate, please let us know in advance and we will do everything possible to meet...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,295

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I need a ride! Which Hawaii Dolphin & Whale Watching have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Hawaii trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Hawaii?