NEW STUDY: MANTA RAYS PREFER STAYCATIONS OVER LONG MIGRATIONS

Young boy doing shaka in front of raft

Our eco-friendly manta ray and snorkel tours offer one of the best tourist experiences on the Big Island.  Michael Greshko for National Geographic on the migration habits of the majestic manta ray. Scientists have found that oceanic manta rays (Manta birostris) usually live their lives in distinct, local subpopulations, changing how conservationists approach protecting the […]

MANTA RAY ‘BRUNCH’: LIKE US, THEY’RE SOCIAL EATERS

Manta Rays underwater

Travel with our great crew on the Hoku Nui to Manta Ray Village for a bucket list adventure viewing the friendly and graceful manta rays while they enjoy dinner.  Shaena Montanari for National Geographic on manta rays as social eaters. Even though these huge fish are 12 feet across, the social behavior of the reef […]

Hawaii Tourism Is Way Up — and It’s Just Getting Started

The Hoku Nui at sea

Join us on the beautiful Hoku Nui with our amazing crew for an eco-friendly snorkel or manta ray tour.  Sally French for Nerd Wallet on the uptick of tourism in beautiful Hawaii. As crowds return, Hawaii residents ask that visitors show greater respect for the state’s land and people. While the pandemic pummeled Hawaii in […]

These 10 Black Sand Beaches In Hawaii Will Leave You In Awe

Footprints on black sand beach

The first best thing to do on the Big Island is to hop on the Hoku Nui for an amazing snorkel or manta ray tour.  Create a wonderful memory with wonderful crew of Sea Paradise!  Megan Shute for Only In Your State on the beautiful black beaches of Hawaii. Hawaii is home to some of […]

8 Fascinating Hawaiian Cultural & Historic Sites on the Big Island

Kailua Kona coastline

My Hawaii Hostel on historical sites on the Big Island.  When you depart with us in Keauhou Bay you can see one of these historical sites and create your own wonderful history with us on a snorkel or manta ray tour. Are you craving some Hawaiian history and culture? Then you’re going to love this […]

5 Reasons Why The Big Island Is the Best Hawaiian Island

My Hawaii Hostel on 5 reasons why the Big Island is the best of the Hawaiian islands.  Our snorkel and manta ray tours is one big reason the Big Island is the best.  Join us and our amazing crew for the best snorkel or manta ray tour on the Big Island. Ok, we may be […]

What Is It Like to Snorkel with Manta Rays?

Young boy doing shaka in front of raft

2 Travel Dads on snorkeling with manta rays.  Snorkeling with manta rays is one the most memorable experiences you can have in the waters off the Big Island.  Join our great crew on the Hoku Nui for this great and eco-friendly experience. What Is It Like to Snorkel with Manta Rays? The long and short […]

‘Mind-blowing’ Network of Magma Chambers Found Under Hawaii’s Volcanoes

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Join us on the Hoku Nui for a memorable experience snorkeling or ‘hanging out’ with the huge and gentle manta rays.  Another interesting feature of the Big Island is the volcanic activity. Since both eruptions have stopped the air is free of vog and the horizon is clear!    Robin George Andrews reports on the […]

HOW DO THEY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN HAWAII?

Christmas stocking on palm tree

Island Essence on how Hawaiians celebrate the Christmas holiday season.  The magical winter season is a great time to get out on the ocean and enjoy a snorkel or manta ray tour.  Join us on the Hoku Nui for a not to miss experience.  Mele Kalikimaka from all of us at Sea Paradise! At this […]

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.