#whale watching
122 humpback whales sited off Kaua‘i during final day of statewide coordinated annual count
Two nonprofits have partnered for the past seven years to count whales during peak season, ensuring data is collected simultaneously.
Volunteers count humpback whale sightings across Hawaiian Islands
On Kaua‘i, the total number of whales observed during the day’s count on Saturday was 321.
Rare sighting of Risso’s dolphins off Big Island leave tour guides in awe
On Wednesday, Hawaiian Adventures Kona was about 10 miles offshore with 26 guests when Capt. Andrew Aggergaard and crew member Olivia Miller saw a pod of six Risso’s dolphins for the first time.
Public is reminded to keep a safe distance with the return of humpback whales
During whale season, especially in water depths of 600 feet or less, boaters are asked to maintain a speed of 15 knots or less to minimize the risk of striking a whale.
2024 Sanctuary Ocean Count welcomes back koholā and volunteers
Volunteers must register in advance, and participation is limited for each Sanctuary Ocean Count site.
Kaua‘i whale tour donations benefit Zonta scholarships
Annually, The Zonta Club of Kaua’i Foundation awards scholarships in the amount of $1,000 or
more to young women in Kaua’i seeking to pursue a higher education.
