Whale Watching Oahu North Shore
The only commercial sailing catamaran on the North Shore — no flotilla, just you and the humpbacks.
- Soft drinks and water
- BYOB cooler on board
- Departs Haleiwa Harbor
- Morning, afternoon, and sunset
Watch North Shore skies explode into gold, pink, and violet from the deck of the Ho'o Nanea.
The experience
There's no better way to experience a North Shore sunset than from the deck of the Ho'o Nanea. As the sun dips low over the ocean, the winds ease, the sea turns glassy, and the sky explodes into brilliant shades of gold, pink, and violet. It's a sight that feels almost unreal — pure island magic. Breathe in the clean ocean air and let the calm rhythm of the sea melt your worries away.
Whether you're toasting the day's end with friends or soaking in the colors in quiet awe, it's an unforgettable experience that leaves you smiling long after we dock. From December 15 to April 30, our Sunset Whale Watching Cruises often include sightings of majestic humpback whales breaching against the golden horizon — an Oahu moment you'll never forget.
What you get
“This is a must do! It was great to be out at sea to view the island from a different perspective. The sea life and the sunset was equally great. The crew were very informative and friendly.”
— Brett E.“I booked a last minute sunset whale watching cruise and had a wonderful time. The captain guided us directly to a pair of Humpbacks that were feeding nearby, and we stayed out an extra half-hour to catch the entire sunset. Gorgeous.”
— thewittynameThe only commercial sailing catamaran on the North Shore — no flotilla, just you and the humpbacks.
North Shore's clearest snorkeling near Waimea Bay — sea turtles, reef fish, and crew guides in the water with you.
A 1.5-hour coastal sail toward Waimea Bay and back — dolphins, turtles, and trade winds for the ride home.