Christmas Traditions in Hawaii

Peppermint on beach

Ron Boyd on holiday traditions in Hawaii.  Get on board the Hoku Nui for a snorkel or manta ray tour and create a new holiday tradition in the beautiful waters off the Kona Coast. Hawaii is famous for being known for its unique traditions and amazingly enjoyable customs of celebrating certain holidays in ways that […]

Kailua Kailikimaka Lighted Boat Parade

Hoku Nui lighted for Christmas parade

Sea Paradise’s Hoku Nui participated in the 7th annual Kailua Kalikimaka Lighted Boat parade that took place last Sunday night and won 2nd place!  A lighted volcano adorned the top of the Hoku Nui and a synchronized hula was performed on the boat.  Great fun was had by all.  There were six festive participants who […]

PREPARING AND DEFOGGING YOUR SNORKELING MASK (+ OUR SECRET SOLUTION)

We provide the masks and snorkels for your next snorkeling experience with us.  Martina Wing for Manta Ray Advocates on preparing the snorkel for the best visibility. When you’re out in the ocean, you need full and clear visibility: this means preparing your snorkeling mask after purchase as well as defogging the mask before every […]

DO MANTA RAYS SMILE? AND WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH GIGGLING STING RAYS?

Young boy doing shaka in front of raft

People often confuse the gentle manta ray with the sting ray.  They’re not the same.  Manta Rays are harmless and huge.  Martina Wing for Manta Ray Advocates on the confusion of the two creatures and the ‘smile’ of the sting ray.  Join us to create an unforgettable bucket list experience in the water with the […]

WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER EVER TOUCH A MANTA RAY

Manta Rays underwater

Snorkeling with Manta Rays is an amazing experience.  Join us on the Hoku Nui to go out to Manta Ray Village and get up close and personal with the graceful and majestic manta rays – but don’t touch.  Martina Wing for Manta Ray Advocates on why it’s important not to touch the beautiful and friendly […]

10 Reasons The Country Should Be Thankful For Hawaii

Hoku Nui on the water

Megan Shute for Only In Your State on reasons for the country to be thankful for the State of Hawaii.  Join us on the Hoku Nui to create a beautiful memory of snorkeling with the manta rays. Thanksgiving was last week and we’re all thinking a lot about what we are thankful for. I am […]