The 4 Catamaran Whale Watching in the USA That Earn Their Price

1.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49Our pick

Cruise Maalaea Bay aboard Quicksilver’s double-deck power catamaran during Maui’s whale season. Captain Kiwi, Carlos, or another English-speaking guide explains whale behavior while hydrophones bring their songs aboard. Expect shaded seating, open decks, drinks, restrooms, and a fair chance of seeing breaching whales and calves.

“It was amazing. We saw lots of whales and even very close to the boat.”

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2.Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 638 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Cruise from Kewalo Basin with Hawaii Nautical for about two hours of whale watching near Waikiki. Your captain and crew explain humpback migration while you watch for breaches, tail slaps, and spouts. Guides such as Chris, Joey, and Keoni may lead the trip, with drinks, snacks, restrooms, and a re-ride if no whales appear.

“When the guys show up just on time, don't worry, even tho you've been there 30 min. The whales did not cooperate, so didn't see anything. They guarantee you see whales so we were given a voucher for a future cruise. Staff was very nice and the drinks were good if a little sweet. Just be aware that the "guaranteed whales" isn't. This boat is also very rocky if there are any seas so don't go if you're prone to seasickness.”

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3.Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 194 reviews · 2h 30m · from $58

Join Newport Landing Cruises from Balboa Pavilion for a 150-minute whale-watching trip aboard a 50-foot catamaran. Your English-speaking captain and naturalist guide search for blue, humpback, fin, and minke whales, while dolphins often race along the twin bows. Bring a hat and expect some spray.

“larry took us out in the Catamaran. we got lucky this morning saw 3 whales at 3 different spots. kudos to Larry! also saw large school of dolphins. Wonderful time.”

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4.Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Spend about 2.5 hours aboard Winona, a Hawaiian-built catamaran from Maalaea. From December through March, watch humpback whales, hear their songs through underwater hydrophones, and look for dolphins. Captain Sam and crew provide whale information, snacks, soft drinks, water, juice, and two adult beverages for guests 21 and older.

“The whale watching trip was amazing! We were able to see several whales including a breaching one Captain Sam and his crew did a fantastic job!! I would definitely recommend this tour!!”

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