The season runs from late December to mid April. By mid-January, Unruh said he was spotting the giant mammals on about 75% of his tours. "What they're doing at the beginning of the whale-watching season here is they're having their babies," he said. read more
Whale Watching in Hawaii Just as our idyllic weather welcomes tourists from around the world, the warm and shallow waters surrounding the Hawaiian Islands are a favorite destination for kohola, or humpback whales. read more
Officially, whale season in Hawaii runs from December 15-May 15, although the first whale of the season is usually spotted sometime in early October. read more
Humpback whales visit Hawaiian waters each year from November to May with the peak of the season being from January to March. There are a variety of ways in which you can catch a glimpse of Hawai‘i’s humpback whales. Boat tours and whale watching cruises have become increasingly popular. read more
Whale Season Arguably the Best Time to Visit Hawaii Given the level of activity in the water, whale watching season in Hawaii is arguably one of the most popular times to visit, and if you venture out on the water in winter on a whale watching tour or a kayak, be sure to have your camera ready and a healthy sense of adventure, since a time-stopping breach and a thunderous splash could happen at any moment. read more