Your guide to hawaiis whalewatching cruises travelage west. The bowhead whale is often associated with arctic ice floes. Wwf is working to minimize ocean noise pollution from offshore oil and gas exploration and increased. Stock photo of a whale shark, rhincodon typus, hawaii, pacific ocean. Ocean sports snorkel adventure waikoloa 2020 all you. The best time to see whales on maui hawaiian ocean sports. They currently have four sailboats that they use for cruises and a glass bottom boat. But that doesnt mean, you cant spot a whale in the summer. At least seven species frequent the waters off the big island. On hawaii island, ocean sports celebrates the annual return of the humpbacks with. Waikoloa whale watching 8am whale watch hawaii ocean sports offers wake up with the whales a 90 minute morning whale watch on a sailing catamaran, casting off from the shore of waikoloa. The kohala coast of the big island is a marine mammal sanctuary and provides these animals a warm and safe environment to give birth and tend to their young. Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. Welcome to the official website for dan mcsweeneys whale watch learning adventures.
If you visit the big island in winter, you simply must book a humpback whale watching tour. Complimentary crunchy snacks and soft drinks are included. During the winter months, humpback whales visit the hawaiian islands, so keep your eye out for our whale visitors while aboard ocean sports wellappointed catamaran. Come aboard winona for whale watching on the big island. Ocean sports whale watch adventure waikoloa all you. Ocean sports cruises waikoloa all you need to know. We are close enough to be in the thick of it and far enough away to have all the privacy that you want. During the 100day nearly 3,800 nautical mile round trip. Big island whale watching whale watching tours on the. You might also spot some of the other whale species that make their home in these waters yearround sperm whales, pilot whales, pygmy killer whales and rare beaked whales as well as dolphin pods and curious sea turtles. Only one of them, the humpback, is migratory while the other six whale species feed in hawaiian waters yearround. Traditionally our charters go out into the pacific ocean daily each spring from the first of march and on through most of may. A snorkeler and a whale shark meet offshore north of ellison onizuka kona international airport on the big island.
See a humpback, or you can ride again for free on our whale watch cruises till you door choose to upgrade to a snorkel. Ocean sports whale watch adventure waikoloa 2020 all you. Site is located at the end of hookena beach road off highway 11 mamalahoa highway. Come see the humpback whales frolic in hawaiis warm waters. Top rated ocean sports boat trip includes expert marine naturalist, sighting guarantee, and free pickup service from waikoloa area lodging. Ocean sports, the premier ocean recreation company on the big islands sunny konakohala coast provides visitors and kamaaina with the best adventures hawaii has to offer. Many countries in asia have large whale watching industries. Hawaii ocean sports is a boat tour company located in the waikoloa beach area of hawaii and has been in operation since 1981. The results of the first leg of an autonomous humpback whale acoustic survey have been released. Trips daily from within the national marine humpback whale sanctuary waters. Whale watching on the big island mauna lani sea adventures. Big island whale watching hawaii humpback whale and spinner dolphin sightings and statistics from ocean sports whale watch cruises. If you are looking for the experience of a lifetime, come visit us in westport, washington and view some magnificent gray whales.
Hawaiian islands humpback whale get involved sanctuary. Cruise along the big island s kohala coast and watch whales up close. Humpback whale calls heard in midocean basin maui now. Big island whale watching can be an oceanshattering experience, literally. Since 1981, ocean sports has shared exciting and outstanding ocean adventures with guests and residents of the islands, and we look forward to creating new adventures with you. You can find the lapakahi state historical park along highway 270 north of kawaihae at mile marker 14.
When you dive with whales in hawaii, remember that the whales are diving with you. Hawaiian islands humpback whale national marine sanctuary. Contributed photo by bo pardau special to west hawaii today. Home of the world famous seasmoke and luxurious alala and manu iwa catamarans, offering snorkel cruises, sunset cocktail cruises, whale watching, glass. One of the great things about big island whale watching is the fact that often you dont have to plan a special outing to see a whale. This park is located on the northeastern tip of the big island and is especially suitable for whale watching because of its 100 ft. Aloha, researchers think that the gestation period for a. The sea smoke has won several awards, including accolades for voyages across the pacific ocean. Federal law requires divers to keep a distance of least 100 yards from the humpbacks that make the islands their home from late november to early may.
Ocean sports wake up with the whales hawaii whale watching. It has to do with the depth, 600 feet is the magical number, but one big difference between the two locations is population of boats. The number one spot to go whale watching is in kaanapali, maui and the number two spot is kohala coast, big island. Locally owned and operated since 1981, our ohana always provides 5star service with aloha. We specialise in scuba diving, snorkelling and scenic wildlife tours of steep point and dirk hartog island. These gentle giants come to the warm hawaiian waters every year to breed and give birth to new calves. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins cetaceans in their natural. Hawaii whale watching is definitely an activity you dont want to miss out on if youre visiting the islands during whale watching season. Set sail into the pacific ocean on this big island whale watching cruise that takes you out into the open waters and along the gorgeous kohala coast. All big island whale watching tours with ocean sports have trained naturalists on board and hydrophones that allow you to hear the humpbacks songs that can be hauntingly beautiful.
The big island is known for its geographic and ecologic diversity. From december to may, you may catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola humpback whale off the island of hawaiis shorelines. Here is a selection of big island whale watching tours or other cruises on which you are likely to see whales. Photo of a whaleshark, rhincodon typus, with mouth open to feed on plankton, off. Ocean sports whale watch adventure waikoloa 2020 all. Guides take great photos that clients can download later. Best guarantee on the islandsee a humpback or ride again till you do for free or choose to upgrade to a snorkel or sunset cruise for just the difference in fares.
Ocean sports wake up with the whales hawaii discount. Hawaii boat cruises whale watching hawaii ocean sports. Hear the whales with a hydrophone and learn about their behavior patterns from the. Biologists with the baltimore aquarium maryland department. Humpback whale behavior, how to listen to the humpback whale song. Though the humpback whales play to crowds in the winter, theyre out of here come spring, hungry and ready to head back to their summer feeding grounds in alaska. Were the premier ocean recreation company on the konakohala coast of the big island of hawaii. Hawaii ocean sports best boat cruises, beach activities. Humpback whale facts and figures, migration pattern, and viewing tips.
Most of big islands east side is unsuitable for whale watching, but occassionally whales can be seen from the highway near naalehu in the south, and off 4 mile beach near hilo in the. Hundreds of humback whales counted along hawaiian island. Whale watch cruise off the kohala coast big island. Well, look no further because adventure x boat tours specializes in giving guests safe, quality, and fun ocean adventures that are respectful and sustainable to our ocean, animals and island. Although we only saw a couple of whales we enjoyed the three hour catamaran trip on the water. On the islands of hawaii, oahu, and kauai, ocean count volunteers collected data from 41 sites. Tours offer a relaxing and engaging atmosphere to watch for whales as you look for a spy hop, tail slap, fin slap or breach from these gorgeous creatures. The top 10 big island of hawaii water sports wprices. During our whale watch season, well include some time watching the humpback whales before andor after snorkeling. Since long before whale watching gained the enormous popularity it boasts today, captain dan mcsweeneys passion and caring for whales defined the. Aloha and thank you for visiting adventure x boat tours.
Welcome to hawaii ocean sports, the premier ocean recreation company on the konakohala coast of the big island of hawaii. In 1955 the first waterbased whale watching commenced in the same area, charging. Big island hawaii snorkel cruise hawaii ocean sports. Which ocean county restaurants have closed, remain open. Whale watching boat tours and diy guide big island. From baby whales curiously scouting out the boat to witnessing a triple breach, adventure x boat tours has seen it all on our big island whale watching tours. Whale watching big island hawaii adventure x boat tours. Ocean sports signature whale watch departs during the midmorning hours. Useful links about hawaii vacations hawaii revealed. Whale watching on the big island offers more than just humpback sightings, too. According to officials in ocean city, the creature appeared to be a humpback whale. The species movement patterns are influenced by the melting and freezing of ice. Leaving out of puako, we immediately enter the nursing grounds of mother humpback whales and their babies.
The viewing site is located 100 yards 90 meters past the gate and at the top of the hill. Are you looking for the adventure of a lifetime on the big island of hawaii. The entire 10mile stretch of ocs fabulous atlantic ocean beach is free, accessible from every side street, clean, and guarded latemay to late september. Whale watching tours are a great way to see whales on maui. Accompanied by an experienced captain and a naturist guide, set out from anaehoomalu. Incredible sailing experiences and ample deck space 58 feet long by 28 feet wide make the sea smoke a favorite choice for.
For a large group and families one of the best boating activities on the island. Whale watching on the big island your big island experience. Body glove offers a variety of cruises along the big island of hawaiis kona coast, including dolphin adventures, dinner cruises and whale watching tours. Shark bay dive and marine safaris is the newest part of the ocean park business and the only padi dive centre in shark bay. Captain zodiac ocean rafting kona whale watch tour from honokohau harbor set out on a search for humpback whales on a speedy 24ft zodiac raft, and get a front row seat to see these majestic mammals in the beautiful waters of kona. These yearround whale species have been showcased on national geographic explorer and many other nature television programs. A good example of that mix can be found in its resident whale population. Ocean sports knows where the whales areweve been operating whale watch cruises on the kohala coast since 1981. Ocean faring has been a way of life for the polynesian peoples. Onboard naturalists help you spot migrating humpback whales and learn about their amazing behavior, while an open bar serves up tropical cocktails and appetizers for a festive hawaiian voyage. Captain zodiac ocean rafting kona whale watch tour from. The same tours include great white sharks at seal island and the african.
Image of a whale shark, rhincodon typus, with remora in spiracle, off keauhou, kona coast, hawaii island, the big island, hawaiian islands, pacific ocean. Hawaiis humpbacks are back, and so are its whalewatching cruises on oahu. Home big island whale watching wake up with the whales ocean sports wake up with the whales early morning waters are usually the calmest, perfect for a whale watch cruise along the scenic kohala coast. Ocean sports offers this fun whale watching cruise during the midmorning hours.
Moutohora is a small uninhabited island located off the bay of plenty coast of new zealand s north island, about 9 kilometres 5. Ocean sports pau hana sunset with whales hawaii discount. Hawaiian ocean sports offers exclusive whale tours from as early as december all the way through to april. Big island bees big island bookbuyers big island candies big island of hawaii vacation planner blue ocean. The hawaiian islands humpback whale national marine sanctuary lies within the shallow warm waters surrounding the main hawaiian. With multiple locations around waikoloa beach resort, whether youd like to sail, snorkel, kayak, scuba dive or whale watch, ocean sports can. Ocean sports activities on big island waikoloa, hawaii. A whale about 20 feet long was found dead near fourth street in ocean city, wusa reported. During hawaiis whale season, the ocean is full of activity from humpback whales migrating from the pacific northwest to breed and nurse their young. Seeing one of these 40ton, 40foot long giants breach the water is an unforgettable sight. Mauna loa, which is the secondtallest mountain on the big island, helps block trade winds that can more easily affect whale watching on the other hawaiian islands, especially in the afternoon. Westport wants to welcome you to the wonders of whale watching. The best time for humpback whale watching in hawaii is between november and april, with the peak taking place between january and march.