Snorkel Tours & Whale Watching Kona Waikoloa | Kohala Tours

Kohala Tours in Kawaihae offers the best Big Island Snorkel Tours to swim with sea turtles, Dolphin watching, Manta Ray Snorkeling and seasonal Humpback Whale Watching from Hawaii's premiere location minutes from Waikola and Kona-Kohala coast Resorts.

Ocean fun for Everyone

Our experienced captains and friendly crew look forward to making everlasting memories with you and your friends on the sea. The state of the art Lavakai II provides a superior ride with covered comfortable seating, open viewing, full onboard restroom and a swift moving high speed catamaran design.

Hawaii Whale Watching Tours & Whale Cruises on the Kona-Kohala Coast. Guaranteed whale sightings or come again FREE. Big Island Tours to go Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruises and Snorkeling Cruises to swim with turtles, manta rays & dolphins. Group and Private Charters available up to 30 guests on one vessel and up to 49 on our sister ship for a total of 79 people.

Intimate Big Island whale watching cruises depart from the protected Hawaiian National Marine Humpback Whale Sanctuary in Kawaihae. On-board the modern luxury catamaran expect deluxe covered seating, friendly informative naturalists and experienced captains.

8AM Rise and Shine Whale Time
Begin your day on an early-morning whale watch in the calm Kona-Kohala waters sipping on Kona coffee & juices while enjoying savory banana breads. Tours depart from the protected Hawaiian National Marine Humpback Whale Sanctuary which annually records one of the largest number of Humpback Whales in Hawaii.

In Hawaii the morning is generally the smoothest waters of the day allowing your crew the opportunity to use a underwater hydrophone, listen to the mysterious sounds of the whales. As we cruise out into the ocean scan the horizon for that first whale spout. Your captain will navigate the boat to the best places to see the Humpbacks making sure everyone gets great views and unique whale photos.

10AM Legendary Humpback Whale Watch Tour
Join a Kona-Kohala coast luxury 10AM morning whale cruise to learn from passionate whale naturalists, hear whale songs via hydrophone & experience the excitement of Hawaii whale season. Venture offshore to see the Humpback Whales on an intimate, small group whale watching cruise.

Enjoy fresh banana bread, Kona Coffee, juices and snacks while your captain provides a short briefing outlining the safety equipment onboard. The modern 2015 luxury catamaran is 80% covered, has deluxe cushioned seats, a full restroom and offers open views from all seats. Bring a camera to capture your special moments with the Whales.

See the iconic Pu?ukohola Heiau National Historic Site "Hill of the Whale" as you cruise out of the harbor listen to your naturalist guide prepping you for the whale watching experience of a lifetime. As the captain maneuvers the boat so that everyone can see the humpbacks and get the best angle for photos, your naturalist guide provides interpretation and answers questions.

Watch as adorable calves play with their mothers and intense action as males struggle to court the females. Experienced captains know not to force a whale encounter but rather to slowly approach in a non-threatening manner to invite the whales in. Federal Whale rules state that people may not approach within 100 yards of a Humpback whale. Not subject to these rules, whales can approach us as they wish. We Guarantee you will see Whales or comeback free.

Listen to you passionate naturalist guide talk about the best ways spot the whales, learn the exciting whale behaviors and please ask plenty of questions. The captain will position the boat so that all guests will get great views & the chance to capture whale photos.

Whale Watching cruises are fun for all ages, hear the soothing Humpback songs via Hydrophones in stereo sound, see the breach as the whale propels 2/3 of its 40+ ton body into the air and marvel over the breathtaking views of the Kona-Kohala coast. All Whale Watching tours are guaranteed to see Humpback Whales or ride again for free.