When you go swimming in Hawaii, you want to make sure that the ocean is safe. Drowning is the 3rd biggest cause of accidental death worldwide (according to the World Health Organization), and rip currents and shorebreak keep lifeguards on their toes as well. This...
In Hawaii, about 8-10 days after a full moon, there is a higher probability of box jellyfish sightings on all leeward sides of Hawaii islands for three consecutive days. Now Hawaiian beaches and underwater adventures are great fun, but no one wants to be stung by a...
Each year, many tourists come to Hawaii just to swim with manta rays. More specifically, they travel to Kona on the West side of the Big Island to meet the gentle giants. There’s no question that swimming with manta rays is a unique and magical experience...
After being closed for several months following the outbreak of COVID-19, Hawaii has opened up its doors for travelers again through the pre-travel program and we are excited to resume operations for our moonlight manta ray swim at the beautiful Mauna Kea Beach Hotel....
Manta rays are truly remarkable and beautiful creatures, and Hawaii is one of the few places in the world where you can be an arm’s length away from manta rays. Travelers from around the globe visit Kona on the Big Island to swim and dive with manta rays. Did you know...
Thousands of tourists travel to Kona each year, to experience the manta rays in their natural habitat around the Big Island of Hawaii. Companies have been offering nighttime swimming and diving tours with mantas since 1991, when one single boat went out once a week....
UPDATE XI January 1, 2021: The pre-travel program is awesome. It started on October 15th and we slowly see more visitors coming back. The State of Hawaii made improvements to the program as they are “learning by doing” and we are profoundly grateful for...
Many people think they’ve seen a manta ray – while in reality, they spotted a different animal. There are so many different types of rays in the ocean! When you come to Hawaii, there is a good chance that you would see a spotted eagle ray and sometimes even a...
Hawaii offers the amazing opportunity to experience manta rays in their natural environment. Manta rays have been attracted to the lighted viewing areas along the Kona coast for over 30 years; it’s a unique ocean adventure for travelers from all around the world. This...