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Captain Dan McSweeney's Whale Watching Adventures

320 Reviews

#1 of 4 Tours in Holualoa

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Dolphin & Whale Watching, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours, Outdoor Activities

Kealakehe Parkway & Queen Kaahumanu Highway, Honokohau Harbor, Holualoa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96725

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“Ok but pricey”

The boat is a small for the amount of people on board, especially if you want to move about and... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Explore69

via mobile

“Being in a pod of Pilot whales was AMAZING!”

We went on this tour after the timing that most humpbacks are not prevalent. We were easily into... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Lrembold

Cleveland, Ohio

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Ocean tours to learn about humpback whales and see them close up off the Kona Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, personally guided by veteran whale researcher Captain Dan McSweeney.

4.5

320 reviews

Excellent74%
Very good16%
Average5%
Poor3%
Terrible2%

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“see whales” (32 reviews)

“spinner dolphins” (52 reviews)

“whale research” (12 reviews)

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Kealakehe Parkway & Queen Kaahumanu Highway, Honokohau Harbor, Holualoa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96725

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Explore69

14041

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Ok but pricey

The boat is a small for the amount of people on board, especially if you want to move about and take photos. The crew and Captain were courteous, helpful and informative. There were snacks and beverages supplied during the trip which was quite a surprise....More

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Lrembold

Cleveland, Ohio

6028

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Being in a pod of Pilot whales was AMAZING!

We went on this tour after the timing that most humpbacks are not prevalent. We were easily into our second hour when Captain Dan spotted what he knew to look for. It was my first time ever experiencing Pilot whales as if they were a...More

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KSBG8

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Our teenage son's favorited thing while on The Big Island!

Don't look any further! Captain Dan is a wealth of knowledge who delights in enthusiastically sharing with all. His staff are also delightful. Nice boat (smooth and roomy). Would highly recommend this activity to everyone who visits The Big Island!

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pebblepeeps

monterey ca

521

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

whale watching excursion

We had an excellent experience with Dan McSweeney's tour. Initially, I had booked the wrong date online and he did everything possible to accommodate us for another day. We really appreciated that! We have been on many boat tours, and were impressed by the volume...More

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Marsha W

Milford, IA

6932

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Awesome Whale Watching Cruise

Captain Dan and his crew made this cruise a delightful and educational experience! The cruise leaves from Honokohau Harbor which is located a bit south of the Kona airport. We booked the tour online, and we were sent very complete instructions on finding the harbor...More

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NTSU1975

Georgetown, Texas

404106

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Probably the Best Whale Watch Captain You Will Meet

Captain Dan McSweeney is who made this experience worth every penny. A very informative speaker who speaks when needed and lets nature do the rest. There is none of the excessive blabber going on that has ruined other trips for us. The first mate kept...More

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cateska1

142

Reviewed 14 March 2018

Fun and informative

I had booked with a different company, but they cancelled on me. Captain Dan's was recommended and I was very happy they had room for us. Also that we ended up with them, it was fun and very informative. Captain Dan and crew are very...More

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George L

Hillsborough, New Jersey

Reviewed 14 March 2018

Whale Tales

Dan and team were awesome. We took time to stop and wait out some whales and were rewarded with some showing up about 25 yards off the side of the boat. No breach, but full blow, hump and tail, it was breathtaking! They whole experience...More

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aletha2018

Austin, Texas

Reviewed 13 March 2018

Top-notch experience

We did the morning tour and it was a perfect morning. Captain Dan is a super guy, very knowledgeable and you can tell he cares deeply about his subjects, as well as his guests. We watched the sun rise over the volcano as we headed...More

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Tenniscrumoet

Rodersdorf, Switzerland

4626

Reviewed 7 March 2018

Do it!

We had such a great time on Capt Dans boat. The information given out from time to time, on whales and life of..Was fascinating, He found us loads of whales to admire and the crew were enthusiactic and so friendly. Snacks were provided along the...More

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