How far do whales migrate from Alaska to Hawaii?
How far do whales migrate from Alaska to Hawaii? Humpback Whales The humpbacks travel nearly non-stop for 6-8 weeks to reach warmer breeding grounds, with those heading to Hawaii covering nearly 3,000 miles! At 6,000 miles for the annual round trip, this is one the largest migrations for mammals.
Do whale sharks come to Hawaii?
Though extremely rare, they do. Not only are the winter months in Hawaii considered Humpback Whale season, you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the biggest fish in the sea, the Whale Shark (don't forget that whales are mammals). These bad boys can get up to 40 feet long.
Which Hawaiian island sees the most whales?
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.