Marine Life of Hawaiʻi

Go Hawaii on the marine life in Hawaii. Join us for a fun and educational snorkel tour to check out the marine life off the Kona coast of the Big Island. While people-watching on the Hawaiian Islands is certainly interesting, it can’t compare to the excitement of spotting our colorful underwater residents. From yellow butterfly […]
Hawaii’s Humuhumunukunukuapua’a – what is it & how do you say it?

Sheila Beal for Go Visit Hawaii on the Hawaii State Fish. Join us on the Hoku Nui to snorkel off the west coast of Hawaii and experience firsthand the marine life of Hawaii. When you visit Hawaii, you may come across this gigantic word that starts with H and has a bazillion letters. That’s the […]
Top 5 Beaches on Big Island

Hawaii on the 5 top beaches on the Big Island. Come snorkel with us in Kealakekua Bay – the best location on the west side of the Big Island! As an island chain, Hawaiʻi is home to hundreds of beaches, each possessing its own set of unique qualities. What makes one beach great for surfers […]
8 Cool Facts About Snorkeling

The Gypsey Nesters on some cool facts about snorkeling. Join us on the Hoku Nui for the best snorkeling experience in Kona. Our great crew will add to your safety and fun whether this is the first time you’ve snorkeled or you are a pro. Are you considering snorkeling in clear blue waters soon, but […]
Top Things To Do In Kona

Explore The Big Island on the best things to do in Kona. Join us on the Hoku Nui for an unforgettable snorkel or manta ray tour before you check out other things to do in Kona. Activities and Attractions Looking for things to do in Kona? This is a great little town, fun for the […]
Best Snorkeling In Hawaii

Explore The Big Island on the best snorkeling in Hawaii. Join us on the Hoku Nui for the best snorkeling experience in Hawaii! For the best snorkeling in Hawaii, and best snorkeling beaches, you need look no further than the Big Island, and in particular the Kona coast. Brilliant coral reefs, deep underwater crevices and […]
Why Is This Manta Ray Pink?

Rachel Bale for National Geographic on a rare pink manta ray. Our excellent manta ray tours do not have any pink mantas but you can enjoy the company of the mantas close up. This will be an experience you’ll never forget! Why is this manta pink? And why does it matter? A rare pink manta […]
The Pacific Ocean, explained

Sarah Gibbens for National Geographic on the vast Pacific Ocean. Join us off the west coast of Kona to get in the waters of the Pacific and visit with the amazing sea creatures that live there. The largest ocean on Earth is filled with mysteries, but also subject to great pressures like climate change, plastic […]
Queen Lili‘uokalani

Kerri Lee Alexander for National Women’s History Museum on Hawaii’s Queen Lili’uokalani who had her birthday on September 2nd. Join us for a snorkel tour off the beautiful coast in Kealakekua to experience the undersea life and culture of Hawaii with our excellent guides. Growing up in a royal family, Queen Lili‘uokalani was trained to […]
Best Snorkeling Spots for Manta Rays

Victoria Derrick for Hawaii Guide on the best snorkeling spots to see manta rays. Join us for a wonderful experience snorkeling safely with these gentle giants. This is truly an experience you’ll never forget. The number one place to see manta rays while snorkeling is off the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, […]