Seeing those beasts in all their glory is a magnificent experience. Other good islands to go whale watching are maui and kauai. Jul 11, 2018 so we all decided to go whale watching with island packers out of ventura harbor and see if we get lucky, and oh did we. The big island is known for its geographic and ecologic diversity. There are loads of whales and they know exactly where to find them.
However, a hawaiian vacation is not ruined by the rainy seasonbig island travel in the winter can be just as enjoyable as in the summer months. From december to may, you may catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola humpback whale off the island of hawaiis shorelines. Hawaii whale watching tours are generally only available during humpback season between november and april. Home blog 6 great whale watching tips whale watching is an activity that allows you see these enormous mammals in their natural habitat and play a role in their conservation. Come aboard the hang loose, a modern luxury catamaran, and enjoy a whale watch cruise along the big islands kona coast. At least seven species frequent the waters off the big island. There are so many whales in hawaii during peak whale season that locals refer to the ocean as whale soup. May 30, 2018 blue whale season has started every year by the end of may a wellknown excitement is spreading over the bay and harbour area of husavik. Get up close with humpback whales near the big island of hawaii on this guided, whale watching excursion. Body glove hawaii kona whale watching, dinner cruises. Are you looking for the adventure of a lifetime on the big island of hawaii. During hawaiis whale season you can go on a whale watching cruise along the big island s hilo, kona or kohala coast. One of the kohala coasts premier beaches, anaehoomalu beach is a favorite haunt for frequent big island visitors.
Everything about whale watching in iceland and whaling. Whale watching on the big island offers more than just humpback sightings, too. Hopefully well probably get out fishing and maybe a dive or two whilst we are on the island so well be out on the water a bit. During hawaiis whale season, the ocean is full of activity from humpback whales migrating from the pacific northwest to breed and nurse their young. Hawaii big island whale watching tours hawaii discount. Join the crew of body glove charters for a kona whale watching tour on their beautiful, 65 foot catamaran.
Whale watching at santa cruise island with island packers. Dont miss your chance to see these awesome mammals as they play, learn, and compete in the hawaiian waters. Hawaiian islands humpback whale national marine sanctuary. Seeing one of these 40ton, 40foot long giants breach the water is an unforgettable sight. The sea smoke has won several awards, including accolades for voyages across the pacific ocean. 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. You can listen to the whales under water, spot them from. Every year between the months of december and may, visitors to hawai. There are several companies that offer big island whale watching tours. Best months to view dolphins and whales relaxing journeys. They are perfectly situated on the kohala coast in the humpback sanctuary. Were so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip, the service and information provided by the crew, and most importantly, got a chance to see the humpbacks the turtles and dolphins are a fun bonus too. Site is located at the end of hookena beach road off highway 11 mamalahoa highway. To see a whale 12km away and and clearly just shows how big they must be, that must have been amazing.
When surfers travel to big island in the winter season, they will enjoy the pleasure of ocean swells, but scuba divers and those fond of snorkeling should hold off until summer. As you can see every month is good to seeing something, but the winter months mayjuly probably give the greatest range, including the occasional orca whale. It is home to hms excellent, the oldest shore training establishment within the royal navy, and the location of the navy command headquarters. See our wheretostay guides for maui and the big island for insights on accommodation selection. Wahine charters kona, hawaii swim with dolphins, mantas. Only one of them, the humpback, is migratory while the other six whale species feed in hawaiian waters yearround. A good example of that mix can be found in its resident whale population. Humpback whales come to hawaii between november and april whale season, and the big island is our favorite of the hawaiian islands to go see the whales. It is an epic day of discovery as you wander off thebeaten path and experience the islands most awe inspiring sites. The first whales start arriving to the big island in november, and their numbers steadily build up as the season goes on until they peak in the months january, february, and march. Any day now the first migrating blue whale might reach the waters of skjalfandi bay, likely staying for a short stopover to feast on the plankton and krill which the bay has to offer after all a blue. We are staying round the south of the island, so finger crossed. Whale watch excursion from the big island 2020 big island. Come aboard winona for whale watching on the big island.
We are close enough to be in the thick of it and far enough away to have all the privacy that you want. Free gifts, no booking fees, and easy booking with travelshack. Because your time is valuable we have prepared these 6 tips on whale watching to allow you to make the most out of your time. Aloha, thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your whale watch cruise. These yearround whale species have been showcased on national geographic explorer and many other nature television programs. The island is linked to portsea island and thence to the mainland by road bridges. Since long before whale watching gained the enormous popularity it boasts today, captain dan mcsweeneys passion and caring for whales defined the character of his whale watching business. Zodiac raft whale watching adventure is one of our favorites.
Rov news wave glider mission from hawaii to mexico. Ocean sports whale watch adventure waikoloa 2020 all you. If you are here during peak season, look at the pictures above and then do yourself a favor and go on a whale watch. The count is held the last saturday of january, february, and march during peak whale season of each year from 8. Due to the location and nature of the ongoing eruption that started on may 4, 2018, the epic island volcano journey has an alternative itinerary. Stay at a hotel along the areas of high humpback density.
Big thanks to island packers for a great experience and cant wait to. During hawaiis whale season you can go on a whale watching cruise along the big islands hilo, kona or kohala coast. This is when thousands of pacific humpback whales make the journey from the waters off alaska to hawaiis warm waters to breed and give birth to their young. During a 100day nearly 7,000 km 3,800 nm round trip survey on a line between hawaii and. The kids asked some great questions, and got to view some great action too. The 2020 ocean counts are scheduled for the following saturdays. Whale watching on the big island mauna lani sea adventures. The number one spot to go whale watching is in kaanapali, maui and the number two spot is kohala coast, big island. Incredible sailing experiences and ample deck space 58 feet long by 28 feet wide make the sea smoke a favorite choice for excursions of all types. The whales leave hawaii again late april early may. As we landed in aitutaki, the science team was excited to discover that it was humpback whale season. Whale watching boat tours and diy guide big island. Humpback whale season on the hawaiian islands is between november and early may.
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. Mar 08, 2014 i would absolutely recommend ocean sports for your whale watching adventure on the 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. Researchers think that the gestation period for a humpback is around 11 months, which means the calves were seeing this year were conceived last yearand on tuesday, we got to see both aspects of the life cycle, our tuesday wake up with the whales cruise began with mom and calf right outside of the bay. Whale watching on the big island your big island experience.
Whale island is a small island in portsmouth harbour, close by portsea island. 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. We recommend west or south maui and the kohala coast of the big island. Every winter, our humpback whales in hawaii make the 3,000mile journey from alaska to hawaii to mate and give birth in our warm tranquil waters.
Welcome to the official website for dan mcsweeneys whale watch learning adventures. Here is a selection of big island whale watching tours or other cruises on which you are likely to see whales. See why body glove has the best on big island experienced guide, hear whales sing with hydrophone, spacious boat with bar, and sighting guarantee. Aloha and thank you for visiting adventure x boat tours. Big island, hawaii july 1, 2019 jupiter research foundation and whale trust are pleased to announce the publication of the results of the first leg of their autonomous wave glider humpacs humpback pacific survey acoustic survey in journal of the acoustic society of america express letters. Body glove offers a variety of cruises along the big island of hawaiis kona coast, including dolphin adventures, dinner cruises and whale watching tours. It is generally believed that february is the absolute peek of the season.
Each year between july and october these majestic animals pass by the cook islands on a 4,000 mile journey as they migrate from cooler feeding grounds in the southern hemisphere to warmer waters to mate and give birth. Do as they do and call it abay that way youll truly be in the know. 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. These gentle giants come to the warm hawaiian waters every year to breed and give birth to new calves.