The Most Criminally Overlooked Town In Hawaii And Why You Need To Visit

Captain Cook Monument is famous and is located in Kealakekua Bay a famous snorkeling spot on the Big Island.

Megan Shute for Only In Your State on the charming and often overlooked town of Captain Cook.  Our snorkel tour will sail you out to the beautiful and popular Kealakekua Bay where the Captain Cook Monument is located and the view from the Hoku Nui is excellent! If you’ve been wondering about things to do in […]

Eco-Friendly Tours

Seal under the surface of water

Sea Paradise is committed to ensuring all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience on their snorkel or manta ray tour.  In addition, they understand and follow the importance of the Hawaii Ecotourism Association’s principles of sustainable tourism.  You can rest assured that your enjoyment of your snorkel or manta ray tour is one that […]

By the Numbers: The Annual Migration of Green Sea Turtles in Hawaiʻi

green sea turtle under the surface

NOAA Fisheries on the annual migration of Hawaiian’s green sea turtle.  Join us on the Hoku Nui for some ocean fun snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay.  You may see a green turtle! Many green sea turtles travel hundreds of miles across the Hawaiian archipelago from foraging to nesting habitat every year. Can you imagine a 1,200-mile […]

Join Us On The Hoku Nui

cabin of the Hoku Nui catamaran

The Hoku Nui, our beautiful luxurious 50 foot sailing catamaran awaits you for the best snorkel or manta ray tour in Hawaii.  Hoku Nui means “Big Star” and this wonderful boat definitely fits the bill.  You’ll enjoy 360 degree views of the beautiful waters off the Kona coastline as you sail out to experience a […]

Nobody Is Allowed To Set Foot Inside This Revered Temple In Hawaii

Ahu ena Heiau

Megan Shute for Only In Your State on a famous revered temple in Kailua Kona.  Sea Paradise offers the best in snorkel and manta ray tours.  After you finish with your coastal adventure you may want to check out this famous temple in Kailua Kona. The Ahu’ena Heiau in Kailua-Kona is a truly fascinating historical […]

Manta Ray Tour

Manta Rays underwater

Join us on the Hoku Nui to sail out to Manta Ray Village and float above the graceful manta rays for an amazing experience.  Our passengers have given us rave reviews about this manta ray tour.  You can also feel good that the crew of Sea Paradise care about the environment and the majestic manta […]

Spinner Dolphins on the Big Island

Spinner Dolphins under the surface of the water

Spinner Dolphins are a delightful part of the Kona Coast and can be often be seen on your way to a snorkel tour on the Hoku Nui.  April to May and August to November are peak times to see the spinner dolphins.  It’s important to give them some leeway.  There is a new law in […]

21 Incredible Things to Do on the Big Island (2023)

Manta Ray filter feeder

Erica Gellerman for The Hawaii Vacation Guide on 21 incredible things to do on the Big Island.  Sea Paradise manta ray tour is on her list.  Our crew are informative, friendly and ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience on your manta ray tour.  This experience is guaranteed to be  memorable as you float […]

Snorkel Fun

People on the Hoku Nui sailing to snorkel spot

Join our excellent crew on the Hoku Nui for a morning or afternoon snorkel tour.  We sail out to Kealakekua Bay, the best snorkeling spot on the Big Island where the famous Captain Cook monument sits.  The Hoku Nui is a 50 foot catamaran which offers a full view of the beautiful blue waters of […]

Hoku Nui

Join our amazing crew on the luxurious Hoku Nui for your next snorkel or manta ray adventure.  This boat is a 50 foot catamaran with a bimini top cover for shade and offers beautiful 360 degree views of the pristine waters off the coast of Kona.  As you sail out with us on this beautiful […]

MANTA GUARANTEE

Re-book for FREE if you do not see a Manta Ray on your tour. (Manta Rays are a wild marine animal. Sea Paradise does not guarantee the sighting of a Manta Ray.)

Our Manta guarantee: ” If a manta ray isn’t seen the night of your trip. Return free on any regularly scheduled Manta Ray experience during the next 7 days. Space available and advanced reservation required for return trip.

*This is NOT a money back guarantee.

Sea Paradise crew hoisting sail — professional team on snorkel tours Kona and manta ray tours, sailing Kona coast, seaparadise.com

MULTI-TRIP DISCOUNT

Discounted tour must be after full price tour. The discount applies to the second tour and based on available seating. To make a reservation call 808-322-2500. Not in combination with any other discount. Offer is non-transferable.