Manta Ray Blog

Preparing and Defogging your Snorkeling Mask (+ our Secret Solution)

Preparing and Defogging your Snorkeling Mask (+ our Secret Solution)

Get best visibility under water by preparing your snorkeling mask after purchase - and defogging the mask before every swim. Don't miss out because your mask is fogging up!
3 Reasons why Underwater Video is Better than Underwater Photography

3 Reasons why Underwater Video is Better than Underwater Photography

Most modern cameras give you the option to choose between video or photo as a setting. Underwater video often is the best and most efficient option to get great pictures of marine life, and here's why.
Full-Foot Fins or Open Heel Fins: Which Swimming Fins are Best?

Full-Foot Fins or Open Heel Fins: Which Swimming Fins are Best?

Which swimming fins are right for you? A comparison between full foot fins and open heel fins.
The Transformational Experience of Swimming with Manta Rays

The Transformational Experience of Swimming with Manta Rays

Most people who come for a swim with manta rays, leave the water completely transformed. It’s a spiritual experience so profound that many can’t put it into words.
How we Aim for Sustainability at Manta Ray Advocates

How we Aim for Sustainability at Manta Ray Advocates

We aim to improve sustainability in our own business and advocate for changes in the manta ray tourism industry.
Marine Life along the Coast of the Big Island in Hawaii

Marine Life along the Coast of the Big Island in Hawaii

Hawaii is the most isolated archipelago in the world; the marine life is extremely diverse, and many of the species can only be found here. Meet some of the most interesting animals in the world!
The Development of a Baby Manta Ray

The Development of a Baby Manta Ray

Baby manta rays are born wrapped up like a burrito - and the birth wrinkles take a long time to smoothen out! Check out the footage of a manta ray pup over the course of her first couple of months.
Why we Banned Full-Face Snorkeling Masks from our Manta Ray Activities

Why we Banned Full-Face Snorkeling Masks from our Manta Ray Activities

Full-face snorkeling masks seem easy to use, but due to repeated incidents we decided to ban their use on our moonlight manta swims. Read why (and watch the video) here!
Manta Rays go Heavy Metal: the Making Of a Music Video

Manta Rays go Heavy Metal: the Making Of a Music Video

The Second Fovea uses heavy metal to make a positive change in the world - and manta rays starred in the music video for their newest track, appropriately called "Manta".
Manta Ray Cleaning Stations: Fishy Day Spas in Hawaii

Manta Ray Cleaning Stations: Fishy Day Spas in Hawaii

In the coral reefs around Hawaii, we find what we call “cleaning stations” - and this is where manta rays (and other animals) go to get clean.
20 Quotes about Saving the Oceans

20 Quotes about Saving the Oceans

Lost for words? These 20 quotes about saving the ocean and marine life are great for sharing with fellow ocean advocates.
Planning a Trip to the Big Island of Hawaii? Don’t Miss These 5 Top Activities

Planning a Trip to the Big Island of Hawaii? Don’t Miss These 5 Top Activities

Planning a trip to the Big Island of Hawaii? Here are 5 top activities that should definitely make your bucket list.
The Complete Guide to Underwater Camera and Photography Equipment

The Complete Guide to Underwater Camera and Photography Equipment

Taking pictures and videos under water requires more than just an underwater camera. Choose underwater photography equipment that gets quality results and keeps things fun!
5 Things You Can Do (Right Now) to Save the Ocean and Protect Marine Life

5 Things You Can Do (Right Now) to Save the Ocean and Protect Marine Life

We can all do more to save the ocean and protect marine life. Small things can make a big impact - and here's where to start!
Reduce Ocean Pollution: 10 Ways to Use Less Plastic

Reduce Ocean Pollution: 10 Ways to Use Less Plastic

Plastic in the ocean affects manta rays in a multitude of ways, and tackling ocean pollution is a global responsibility. Here’s how to start using less plastic at home.

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