Humpback Whale Counts For 2023 Season Completed

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The winter season of humpback whales in Hawaii is from November to April.  You may see a whale when sailing out to Kealakekua Bay for a snorkel tour.  Big Island Video News reports on this season’s whale count. HAWAIʻI – 345 volunteers gathered data during this year’s Sanctuary Ocean Count and Great Whale Count. (BIVN) – […]

Keauhou Bay – “The New Era”

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Keauhou Bay is in front of the Outrigger Hotel and Spa in North Kona and a popular spot to view manta rays.  The name translated from Hawaiian means “The New Era” and was a popular retreat for Hawaiian Royalty.  Hop on the Hoku Nui and sail out to Manta Ray Village in Keauhou Bay to […]

Snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay

Passengers on the Hoku Nui

Kealakekua Bay is one of the best snorkeling spots in Hawaii and home of the Captain Cook Monument.  This bay is famous not only for a great snorkeling spot but also was put on the National Register of Historic Places and Marine Life Conservation District.  The best way to see this famous bay is on […]

Manta Ray Tour

Young boy doing shaka in front of raft

Join us on the beautiful and spacious Hoku Nui to sail out to Manta Ray Village for our manta ray snorkel tour.  This is for many a highlight of their trip to the Big Island.  Manta Rays are huge and gentle creatures that feed while you float above them and watch their majestic water ballet!  […]

Join Us On The Hoku Nui for Adventure!

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Join us on the luxurious and spacious Hoku Nui.  Our beautiful new boat has 360 degree views of the beautiful blue waters off the West Coast of Hawaii.  Our informative crew will sail you out to an unforgettable snorkel or manta ray  experience and will help you create your vacation adventure in safety and loads […]

The Meaning of “Pono” & It’s Impact on Hawaiian Culture

snorkelers off back of Hoku Nui

MCameron for Royal Hawaiian Movers on the meaning of ‘pono’.  Join us on the Hoku Nui to sail out to a memorable snorkel or manta ray experience and learn first-hand the meaning of pono. As you spend time in Hawaii, you’ll hear certain Hawaiian words over and over again: mahalo (thank you), aloha (used for […]

8 UNIQUE TECHNIQUES MANTA RAYS USE FOR FILTER-FEEDING

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Martina Wing for Manta Ray Advocates on techniques that Manta Rays use to feed.  Join us on the beautiful Hoku Nui to sail out to Manta Ray Village for an amazing experience joining these majestic and gentle creatures as they feed and perform a graceful hula beneath the surface. Manta rays are large animals who […]

The Luxurious Hoku Nui

People on the Hoku Nui sailing to snorkel spot

Our luxurious 50 foot catamaran, the Hoku Nui, really makes the difference in sailing to Kealakekua Bay.  Join our excellent crew aboard a start-of-the-art vessel for the best snorkel tour in Hawaii!  The Hoku Nui translated means “Big Star” and is a well-deserved handle for this spacious boat.

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.