Small-Group Whale Watching off Waikiki on the Kona Star: 6 Guests

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Small-Group Whale Watching off Waikiki on the Kona Star: a 2-hour small-group whale watch aboard the Kona Star for up to 6 guests, with fruit, snacks and BYOB, December to April.
Price: $125 per person, with a minimum charge for groups under 4, per the operator.
Duration: 2 hours; 7am, 9:30am, 12pm or 2:30pm.
Island: Oahu
Best for: Couples and small groups who want a small boat with a restroom
Booking: instant confirmation.

WHY CHOOSE A SMALL-GROUP WHALE WATCH?
With six guests at most, everyone gets a rail spot and the crew can move to the best sighting quickly. This boat also has a private restroom, which many small boats lack.

HOW THE CRUISE RUNS
The Kona Star heads out from Waikiki in search of humpbacks, often meeting dolphins and turtles alongside the boat. Fresh fruit, healthy snacks and drinking water are aboard, and you can bring your own drinks.

PRICING
$125 per person, with a minimum charge for groups under 4, per the operator. Prices checked October 2026 on the operator’s own listing; confirm the live rate on the booking calendar.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
– Private restroom on board
– Fresh fruit and healthy snacks
– Drinking water
– Small group of up to 6

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
– Seasonal: December to April
– Minimum charge for groups under 4
– Up to 6 passengers
– All ages welcome
– Cancellation: Check the cancellation terms on the booking calendar before you book.

WHO IT’S FOR
Couples and small families who want a comfortable small-boat whale watch from Waikiki.

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.