Kauai Zodiac Whale Watching Tour
Raft Whale Watch
Kauai Whale Watching Adventure: Humpbacks in Their Natural Habitat
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Adults (age 13+)$110
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Children (age 3-12)$90
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Private Charter
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Check-in 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM
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Duration 2 hrs.
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Departs
Kikiaola Harbor
Overview
Set out on an unforgettable Hawaiian Humpback Kauai whale watching tour aboard our custom 24' rigid-hull rafts—designed for intimate, up-close encounters. With their smaller size and low profile, these rafts bring you closer to the action, allowing for breathtaking views of breaching whales, tail slaps, and playful calves at a relaxed pace. Witness the magic of whale season (December through April) as you glide across Kauai’s waters, taking in the sights, sounds, and incredible marine life. Relax with refreshing beverages—no snorkeling, just awe-inspiring moments in nature.
Includes: 24' Rigid Hull Raft, beverages, whales (in season).
Note: This is one of Capt Andy's boat tours without snorkeling.
IMPORTANT: This is a physically demanding, high-adrenaline adventure—not a casual cruise! Riders must be in excellent physical condition to join. We welcome adventurous guests as young as 6. Pregnant guests and those with back, neck, or mobility issues cannot participate. Ocean conditions may limit access to certain caves or snorkeling, but every trip is unforgettable! Elderly or frail passengers should strongly consider our Star Yachts as a less physically strenuous alternative. The Captain reserves the right to refuse boarding at any time to anyone whose health and safety could be at risk. Ready for the ride of a lifetime? Let’s go!
Itinerary
Experience Humpback Whales and view them in their natural habitat while on Capt Andy's 2-hour up-close exploration ride. The tour destination will be the sunny south-west coast of Kauai. Each year more than 4,000 migrating whale's journey from Alaska to calve, mate, and rear their young in the warm waters of Hawaii. Wear your swimsuits and bring a towel and sunscreen. Dry bags provided. There is no snorkeling on this tour.
Menu
Beverages.
Facilities
The rafts are smaller (24'), faster, and allow you to explore the sea caves. You cannot walk around on the rafts, and they are bouncy, wet, and wild adventures without restrooms or shade onboard. The vessel is a military-grade rigid-hull inflatable raft, and passengers sit side-saddle on the inflated sides of the raft. Rafts have three high-back seats at the rear of the boat, used as relief seating on a rotating basis. Passengers are not guaranteed a relief seat for the entire raft trip and should consider a catamaran tour if more supportive seating is needed.
Restrooms are available before departure at the raft harbor. Raft tours offer "swim stops" upon request.
What to Bring
Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and water bottle (mahalo for helping us eliminate single-use plastic). We suggest bringing a light jacket, sunglasses, and a waterproof camera or phone for photos. You won't wear shoes on board, but sandals or easy-to-remove shoes make boarding smoother.
If you’re prone to motion sensitivity, take precautions before boarding.
Departs
The Kauai Raft Whale Watch departs from Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor in Kekaha, Kauai.
IMPORTANT: This is not our main office.
Parking is $20 for 8 hours. Kamaʻaina park free with a Hawai‘i State ID.
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Hours (daily)
Sep 1 - May 12: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm HST
May 13 - Aug 31: 6:00 am - 5:00 pm HST