Whale Watch West Oahu in Waianae, HI

Where does the cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from the Waianae Harbor located at 85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792. You should arrive 30-45 minutes prior to your selected cruise time to allow plenty of time to find parking if you opted out of the shuttle service. Please call the phone number on your E-ticket at least 24 hours prior to the tour to confirm the check-in details.

How long is the tour?

The entire Whale Watch West Oahu tour is 2 hours long.

Is hotel transportation available?

Yes, hotel pick-up and drop off is available from Ko Olina hotels only if you select the tickets that include transportation. Please note, the shuttle is only provided if choosing the tickets with shuttle pricing included above per person.

What happens if we don’t see a whale?

If you don't see whales on your trip, Hawaii Nautical will allow you to come back again one more time for free! (Re-rides only, no refunds).

Is this cruise appropriate for children?

Absolutely. Children love spotting the whales out in the ocean. Kids 3 years old and under can come on board for free!

What do I bring?

Guests may not bring their own food or beverage aboard, except for infants and toddlers. No alcohol may be brought aboard.

Are there any safety regulations to note of?

To help keep you and their staff healthy, and maintain Hawaii as the safest U.S. state for visitors and locals alike, Hawaii Nautical adheres to every possible precaution against the transmission of COVID-19, including: - All guests must submit a health-screening form prior to boarding. Check your e-ticket once you book for full details. - Buy or bring your snorkel and mask, or sanitized re-usable sets are available as a backup. - Any trips that include food are prepackaged & single-serve. Guests may not bring their own food or beverage aboard, except for infants & toddlers. No alcohol may be brought aboard. - Hawaii Nautical maintains a strict no-work-while-sick policy.