Na Pali Scenic Expedition Whale Watch Activity

• • 3-Hour Whale Watch Activity
• • Narrated by marine naturalists
• • Light “pupus,” of fruit and veggie platters
• • 48-foot, 35-passenger Explorer II

The three-and-a-half-hour whale watching expedition has no destination in mind other than where the whales are. At 45 tons, give or take a ton, they pretty much go wherever they like. Scientists figure they like our warm, near-shore waters for birthing and raising their young, because it’s considerably safer from their main predator—the killer whale—which rarely visits this far south. You get to watch the whales tail slap, pec slap, fluke up dive, spy hop and, of course, breach. All great picture-taking opportunities; the marine naturalilst will identify each maneuver for you.

The on-board marine naturalists and biologists will share all kinds of interesting facts, too, like it’s only the males who sing. Did you know whales sing? We’re not sure why they sing, but we’re pretty sure it’s only the males who sing. The crew will drop a hydrophone in the water to listen to them belting out their tune, which evolves as Winter wears on and changes from season to season. Interesting, yeah?

Extras: Steamed, warm, face cloths for refreshing as you disembark.

Note: Pregnant women and those with chronic back and heart conditions should consult a physician. Not for children 4 and under.

Check-in: 1 hour prior to tour, Waimea office. Departure: Kikiaola Harbor in Waimea, right next door to the Na Pali Coast