Keauhou Bay
Sea Paradise has been in the business since 1985 and is the foremost snorkeling tour company in Hawaii. Join our excellent crew for a manta ray tour in the beautiful and historic Keauhou Bay which fronts the Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa. Keauhou Bay is a historic bay in the Kona District of the Big […]
Captain Cook Monuments
Join our amazing crew on the Hoku Nui to sail out to the famous Kealakekua Bay, and snorkel under the Captain Cook Monument. Here are some fun facts about these tributes to Captain Cook. According to Wikipedia, there are two Captain Cook monuments, one in Great Ayton, North Yorkshire, England, and the other in Kealakekua […]
Spinner Dolphins of the Big Island
Join our on excellent crew on Sea Paradise’s Hoku Nui for a snorkel tour. You may well see the playful spinner dolphins in the pristine waters off the Kona Coast. Spinner dolphins are a species of cetacean that are found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. They are known for their acrobatic behavior, […]
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle (Honu)
Join Sea Paradise’s amazing crew on the modern Hoku Nui catamaran and sail out on the crystal blue waters of the Kona Coast for a snorkel tour. This is the best way to get out to the most famous snorkeling spot on the West Coast of Hawaii. Snorkel in front of the historic Captain Cook […]
Tips for Beginner Snorkelers
Join the best crew at Sea Paradise for a wonderful snorkel tour. We provide the masks and snorkel. Our modern and spacious catamaran, the Hoku Nui, will sail out to the Captain Cook Monument in the famous Kealakekua Bay which is considered one of the best snorkeling spots in Hawaii. This activity is great for […]
The He’e or Hawaiian Octopus
According to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, the He’e or Hawaiian Octopus (Octopus Hawaiiensis) is a cephalopod and often called ‘squid’ by locals. These marine invertebrates are nocturnal and can be found on shallow reef flats that slope down to depths of 150 feet. There are two species – the Day Octopus or […]
How Eco-Friendly Diving and Snorkeling Can Help Save Our Oceans
Sea Paradise and the crew of the Hoku Nui are happy to offer eco-friendly snorkel and manta ray tours. Kevin for Lazy Seas reports on the importance of protecting the environment while enjoying your snorkel tour. Here is a portion of his article and tips for being an eco-conscious snorkeler: As a diving and snorkeling […]
The Majestic Manta Ray
Join the excellent crew of Sea Paradise on the Hoku Nui for an unforgettable experience on a manta ray tour! Floating above these majestic creatures as they dine under the lighted raft, you can watch their graceful ballet! According to Natacha Gajdoczki for PADI there are interesting facts about manta rays. A Manta Ray’s skin […]
Why is The Ocean Water Surrounding Hawaii So Blue?
A beautiful feature of the coastal waters of Hawaii is the amazing blue color of the water. Hop on the Hoku Nui for a snorkel or manta ray tour and enjoy the pristine waters off the West Coast of this magical island. There are some reasons that Hawaii seems to have more blue waters than […]
The ‘Honu’ – Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Join our amazing crew on the Hoku Nui for a wonderful snorkel or manta ray experience in the beautiful clear-blue waters of the Kona Coast. You may be able to spot the Green Sea Turtle or Hawaiian ‘Honu’. Many who visit the island of Hawaii are curious about the Sea Turtle. Hawaii has more sea […]
