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Body Glove Hawaii – Super Raft Whale Watching Adventure

Get closer to the water aboard Body Glove's Kona Explorer, a fast Super Raft designed for open whale watching views during the Big Island's winter humpback season.

Your experience

About Super Raft Whale Watching Adventure

Body Glove 2.5 hours

Head out on the Kona Explorer, a 41-foot Super Raft built for a quick, comfortable whale watch along the Big Island’s west coast. During humpback season, the captain uses the boat’s speed and maneuverability to follow the action while keeping clear views open across the water.

There is plenty of room to settle in, with cushioned seating, shade and an onboard restroom making the ride easy to enjoy. As whales surface, breach or slap their tails, the crew shares information about humpback behavior and what you are seeing along the way.

Snacks and soft drinks are included, and beer or canned cocktails are available for purchase. The combination of a faster raft and added comfort makes this a nice middle ground between a small adventure boat and a larger sightseeing vessel.

Tour Highlights

  • Whale watch aboard the 41-foot Super Raft Kona Explorer
  • Look for humpback whales along the Big Island’s west coast
  • Cushioned seating, generous shade and onboard restroom
  • Knowledgeable commentary from the crew
  • Wide viewing areas for photos and wildlife watching
  • Alcoholic beverages available for purchase

Tour Inclusions

  • Soft drinks & snacks
  • Sunscreen
Before you go

Special Instructions

Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.

Where & When

Tour time:
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Check in at 1:00 pm at the Body Glove Cruises' Retail Store, located at the Ilima Court Shopping Center at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740. The boat departs from the left side of Kailua Kona Pier, which is located within walking distance from the Ilima Court Shopping Center. Parking is free.
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Restrictions

No children under the age of 6 years.
Pregnant women or people with regular back or neck pain may not participate.
Guests will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to boarding.

Operation Days

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday from mid-December through mid-April

Duration

2.5 hours

Equipment

The Kona Explorer is a 41-foot Super Raft featuring cushioned seating, tons of shade and a bathroom on board.

Vendor

This activity is operated by Body Glove.

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