Kauai · KAUAI WHALE & DOLPHIN CRUISES
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These are the 5 best kauai whale & dolphin cruises on Kauai right now — what each one costs, how long it runs, and the kind of traveller it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
2-hour Kauai catamaran whale watch with snacks and mai tais. USCG-licensed captain, small group feel, and big humpback sightings.
“Wonderful experience. Captain and mates were exceptional. We saw at least 10 whales and pods on pods on pods of dolphins!”
Open-air Kauai winter whale watch with 360° views, hydrophones when calm, and onboard snacks. Fast super-raft ride in rougher water.
“We had the best time whale watching! Everything went well from check-in, to being on the boat and making it back to dock. We saw humpback whales and spinner dolphins! We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to see whales and dolphins in a beautiful area of the island!”
Fast Zodiac whale and dolphin adventure from Poipu with small-group guidance, snacks, and winter humpback viewing near Spouting Horn.
“My wife and I took our 14 and 6 year old kids on the late afternoon trip. Kristina and Captain Rich were awesome, made sure everyone was safe and had a good time. Our 14 year old also had a really good time ( and we all know how hard it can be to get a teenager to admit that!). We saw a mamma humpback with her baby, and their male escort! It was memorable to see those majestic creatures. Rich was very knowledgeable about the history of the different places on the coast, so I highly recommend making sure you soak in that knowledge. Kristina was awesome with our…”
A 2-hour Kauai raft whale watch with an expert crew, hydrophone whale songs, snacks, and a small-group vibe near Eleele.
“KK and Hailey did an awesome job taking us out on tour. The water was so calm and perfect. KK put us on a group of whales in no time. The whales were breaching and playing around. There was even a pack of spinner dolphins with them and the dolphins travelled with our boat. Hailey ran the microphone and we got to listen to the whales singing while they were swimming! Very cool. Best tour guides ever!!!”
Paddle Poipu’s South Coast by sea kayak for turtles, dolphins, and winter humpbacks, plus optional snorkeling and a light picnic lunch.
“Excellent guides (Web and Dan) who were professional yet very fun and dynamic. The primary tour guide was insanely knowledgeable and has been at this for a long time. As described in the details this is an active paddle. Conditions change quickly but you're rewarded with great views, an awesome private beach lunch spot and what feels like an ocean to yourself. In the winter the conditions are a bit different and they launch at Poipo and end at Port Allen. I would trust them any time of year and anywhere they told us to go.”
