Go Oahu whale watching, with whale sightings guaranteed and a lunchtime buffet served onboard. You're ensured a comfortable ride with outdoor viewing decks and large windows as you cruise off Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head to see migrating humpback whales. The warm ocean waters off Oahu are teeming with marine life and you may also see Hawaiian spinner dolphins, sea turtles and porpoises on this whale watching Honolulu cruise.
This 2.5-hour Honolulu whale watching cruise is ideal for nature lovers and humpback whale enthusiasts. The state-of-the-art vessel provides a comfortable and stable ride, and is the only vessel that can actually cruise past Diamond Head or other areas in search of humpback whales.
Outdoor viewing decks and large windows in the air-conditioned cabins provide for wonderful Oahu whale watching opportunities and views. Truly a dedicated whale-watching experience, you'll be accompanied by an expert naturalist who will share insightful information and an educational commentary on the humpback whale's behavior and biology.
Whale sightings guaranteed! On this whale watching Oahu cruise, if the Naturalist does not sight a whale during the cruise, you will be given a complimentary return whale watch cruise (lunch not included, available for an additional fee).
Schedule details
Oahu Whale Watching Lunch Cruise
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Departure Point:
- Offers hotel pickup from select Waikiki hotels
or - Cruise departs from Pier 6 at Aloha Tower Marketplace
Departure Time:
- 12:00pm
- Check in at pier at 11:30am
- Hotel pick up begins at 10:30am
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Return Details:
Cruise returns to the original departure point at approximately 2:30pm
Pricing information
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Additional information
Oahu Whale Watching Lunch Cruise
Inclusions:
- 2.5 hour whale-watching cruise
- Buffet lunch
- Expert naturalist commentary
- Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
- Local taxes
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Special transportation arrangements must be made for wheelchair accessibility. Please inform reservations 24-hour in advance for this special service. Wheelchair accessibility is only available on the lower deck of the boat.
Sample Lunch Buffet Menu (subject to change):
- Green salad
- Teriyaki chicken
- Fresh catch of the day
- Steamed vegetable
- Garlic mashed potato
- Steamed white rice
- Sweet bread rolls with butter
- Complimentary soda, coffee or tea
Dessert (subject to change):
- Coconut cake
- Fresh seasonal fruit
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