Can you see whales on North Shore of Kauai?

The Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary constitutes different portions of the Hawaiian islands, including Kauai's Hanalei Bay (The Jewel of North Shore.) The sanctuary is a perfect place for whale watching, both from shore and sea, as it lies in the shallow warm waters, within a depth of 600 feet.



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The Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary constitutes different portions of the Hawaiian islands, including Kauai's Hanalei Bay (The Jewel of North Shore.) The sanctuary is a perfect place for whale watching, both from shore and sea, as it lies in the shallow warm waters, within a depth of 600 feet.

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As for the time of day, the whales are active at all times from dawn to dusk. The wind, however, is generally gentler in the morning and calm waters can make it easier to see them. Your best bet? Keep your binoculars in easy reach at all times and take a tour when it best suits you.

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During the peak of the season from January-March, it isn't a question of if you'll see humpbacks—but rather which ones to watch. Maui is home to the world's densest population of North Pacific humpback whales, who make the six-week journey from Alaska to Hawaii to mate, rest, and give birth.

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The north shore remains mostly untouched and is best for nature lovers and honeymooners. South shore is the best access point for visiting Waimea Canyon and is close to the airport. The north is the gateway to the world famous Napali Coast.

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Lumahai is the subject of many postcards and paintings, but is also known on island as one of the most dangerous beaches for drownings and is not recommended for swimming. During the summer months the conditions at Luimahai are calmer, but still use caution. Lumahai is exposed to open ocean and strong currents.

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The South Shore is definitely one of the more popular areas for tourists to stay in Kauai. The weather on this side of the island stays pretty sunny year-round, making it the perfect place for pool-side lounging and long beach days.

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Enjoy Your Time In Kauai Kauai is home to several species of sharks and marine life, some of which are more commonly seen than others.

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The best time for whale watching in Hawaii is between December and March. Though you can begin to see whales off the coast in the beginning of October (or even September) and as late as May, between December and March is when the population of humpback whales in Hawaii is the largest.

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Maui, Kauai and the Big Island are the most popular islands for Hawaii whale watching, so plan to visit one of these islands on your vacation. If you are visiting Oahu, you can see whales there too, they just won't be as abundant.

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The best time of day for whale watching is any time of the day! Whales are active and resting 24 hours a day. They have intervals of activity and rest because they do not feed while they are in Hawaii, their behavior is related to mating and giving birth which happens at random during the day and night.

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Killer whales are one of 18 marine mammals found in the Hawaiian Waters however many of these are rare and never seen. Some of the more common marine mammals found in Hawaii are: Humpback Whales, Monk Seals, Bottle nose dolphins, Spinner Dolphins, Stripped Dolphins and other dolphins and whales.

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