Waikiki Whale Watch on a Trimaran: Hydrophone Whale Songs and Diamond Head Views

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Waikiki Whale Watch on a Trimaran: a 2-hour whale watching cruise on a stable trimaran from Ala Wai Harbor, with naturalists and a hydrophone so you can hear humpbacks sing.
Price: Adults $99, children $84, per the operator’s site; kama’aina and military rates available.
Duration: 2 hours.
Island: Oahu
Best for: Families and first-timers who want to see and hear whales
Booking: instant confirmation.

WHAT IS A HYDROPHONE WHALE WATCH?
A hydrophone is an underwater microphone. Lowered from the boat, it lets you hear male humpbacks singing, which only happens during the Hawaii breeding season.

HOW THE CRUISE RUNS
Check in at Pau Hana Place in the northwest corner of Ala Wai Harbor, behind the Prince Waikiki Hotel (rideshare address: 95 Holomoana Street). The trimaran sails out with Diamond Head behind it while naturalists find whales and explain their behavior, then drop the hydrophone to listen.

PRICING
Adults $99, children $84, per the operator’s site; kama’aina and military rates available. Prices checked October 2026 on the operator’s own listing; confirm the live rate on the booking calendar.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
– Naturalist commentary
– Hydrophone listening
– 2-hour cruise on a trimaran
– Shade and seating

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
– Seasonal: winter whale season
– Rideshare drivers: use 95 Holomoana Street
– Check in at the Three Tiki Sailing signs
– Kama’aina and military rates available
– Cancellation: Check the cancellation terms on the booking calendar before you book.

WHO IT’S FOR
Families and first-time whale watchers staying in Waikiki who want a stable boat and the chance to hear whale song.

BROWSE MORE
See more Oahu whale watching tours, alongside the wider Oahu collection. Planning ahead? Read things to do in Waikiki. Planning ahead? Read our Hawaii whale season guide. Comparing boats? See Oahu whale watching tours compared.