Captain Cook Monument Kealakekua, Hawaii
Our morning and afternoon snorkel tours sail out to Kealakekua Bay, home of the famous Captain Cook monument. Atlas Obscura sites history of the monument which is difficult to reach but easy to see from our sailing vessel, the Hoku Nui! A controversial memorial at the place where Captain Cook met his violent end. A […]
The Dark History of Hawai‘i’s Iconic Hand Gesture
Sarah Durn for Atlas Obscura on quite the pirate story of the origins of the Hawaiian ‘Shaka’. Our snorkel and manta ray tours are the light and fun part of Hawaii. Come join us! The ‘shaka’ or ‘hang loose’ gesture likely originated from island plantations’ brutal working conditions. GO TO ANY SURFING BEACH today and you’d […]
Can You Snorkel In The Rain?
The weather on the Big Island is mostly beautiful, however sometimes, rain happens. Snorkel Planet assures us that you can enjoy yourself on one of our tours even if it rains! Can You Snorkel In The Rain The short answer to this questions is: Yes, you can snorkel in the rain, at least most of […]
The Biggest Do’s And Don’ts Of Visiting Hawaii
Mirabel for News 24h (newsaps.com) on the do’s and don’ts of visiting Hawaii. One of the best things to do is to join us on one of our tours. Hawaii has its own beautiful culture, and the best way to respect it is to know what to do, and what not to do. For many […]
WHY DO DOLPHINS FOLLOW BOATS
Spinner dolphins are regularly seen in the waters off Kona. A-Z Animals on why many dolphinsfollow boats. Our snorkel and manta tours are one of the best ways to get out and take in the sea life inthe waters of Hawaii. Have you ever watched a video of a group of dolphins swimming next to a boat? […]
Hawaiian Monk Seal
The Hawaiian monk seal is one of the many beautiful creatures of Hawaii. The Marine Mammal Commission has interesting information on this endangered species. The Hawaiian monk seal is the most endangered pinniped in U.S. waters and one of the most endangered seals worldwide. Most Hawaiian monk seals live in the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands […]
Respecting Wildlife
Our snorkel tour company is a leader in eco-tourism which supports the inhabitants of the ocean and their environment. Hawaii Wildlife Fund offers some good tips on respecting the wildlife and environment in Hawaii. Responsible and Respectful Practices for Reef Users Take only photos, leave only bubbles – do not collect shells or organisms. Observe […]
What to Know about Whale Season in Hawaii
Hawaii Life has some good information on whale season in Hawaii. Join us on one of our snorkel tours and you might see one! Every year, thousands of humpback whales migrate back to the warm waters of Hawaii and delight viewers with their beauty and fun acrobatics! According to the Hawai’i Wildlife fund, North Pacific humpback […]
ARE DOLPHINS WHALES? ARE WHALES DOLPHINS? HERE’S HOW THEY ARE RELATED
You might see dolphins on one of our sea adventures. Cindy Rasmussen for A-Z Animals on how dolphins and whales are related. Whales are the biggest animal on the planet, dolphins are comparably smaller, but are they all one “big” happy family? They all belong to the Order Cetacea which is the group of sea mammals that […]
DISCOVER THE WORLD’S LARGEST MANTA RAY EVER RECORDED
Our manta ray tours are one of the best on the Big Island to view these beautiful animals in their own environment. Hannah Ward reports on the biggest manta ray ever for A-Z Animals. Of all the fish in the sea, manta rays have got to be amongst the most graceful and breathtaking creatures. With a diamond-shaped appearance and huge […]
