Whales and the Ferry

Protecting marine life

The amazing diversity of life populating Hawai‘i’s waters attracts visitors from around the world. Hawai‘i Superferry is applying advanced technology and strict policies to ensure that life in the ocean is undisturbed by our presence.

Special radar and digital imaging technologies help our crew avoid whales with as much precision as any craft on the water. During whale season, we’ll have two extra crewmembers exclusively devoted to watching for whales. And our routes have been carefully designed to avoid areas where whales congregations are greatest.

Our self-imposed policies are stricter than any federal government regulations, and have won the support of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council. >> Read PDF...

Our routes are primarily in deep waters avoiding areas of greater whale concentration. Our Whale Avoidance Policy contains additional percautions and information. >> Learn more about our Whale Avoidance Policy 

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