Hawaii Travel

One way we educate the world about manta rays is by taking guests to swim with the gentle giants. But Hawaii has more than just manta rays; read all about the wonders of Hawaii here!

What’s so Special about the Manta Rays of the Kona Coast?

Swimming with manta rays is a unique and magical experience - but what's so special about the mantas around Kona, that we don't have anywhere else in the world?

Swimming with Manta Rays – COVID-19 Precautions

Let's keep swimming with manta rays a COVID-19-free experience! These are the precautions we take to keep our manta ray dive safe and fun.

The 3 Manta Ray Viewing Sites in Kona, Hawaii

All about the different viewing sites for manta rays around Kona, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Read about the location, history and manta sightings for each manta viewpoint.

Guidelines for Interacting with Manta Rays

11 important rules for swimming with manta rays in a way that's safe and sustainable... A must-read before any manta ray dive!

Coronavirus in Hawaii

The coronavirus in Hawaii has rapidly impacted lives here too. Here is a personal account of how the coronavirus in Hawaii is being managed locally.

The Difference Between Eagle Rays, Stingrays and Manta Rays

Eagle rays, manta rays and stingrays are the three most popular marine animals in Hawaii. There are distinct differences in how they look and behave!

Protecting Manta Rays in Hawaii

Manta rays face different challenges around the Big Island of Kona, Hawaii. Learn how you can help us protect the gentle giants of the sea.

How Do Mantas Interact with other Marine Life? [video]

How do mantas interact with other marine life? Discover how manta rays react to eels, sharks and other sea creatures!

What’s the Best Time to Swim with Manta Rays in Hawaii?

Determine the best time to see manta rays in Hawaii based on ocean conditions and the probability of manta sightings.

How do we celebrate Christmas in Hawaii?

How do we celebrate Christmas in Hawaii? Here are five fun facts about how Christmas is celebrated in Hawaii from a German who lives and works in Hawaii.

Snorkeling Safety Tips

Discover important snorkeling safety tips for swimming in the ocean. These snorkeling safety tips may save your life.

Are Manta Ray Expeditions Harmful to Manta Rays?

Are manta ray expeditions harmful to manta rays? Discover the answer from both the mantas perspective and the human standpoint.

Frank, the cherished moray eel

Frank the undulated moray eel is a frequent guest on a manta ray dive. He's learned that there's good food to be had at the manta viewpoints in Kona!

The 3 Main Differences between the Giant Manta Ray and the Reef Manta

The difference between the giant manta ray (also called pelagic or oceanic manta ray) - and the reef manta. Learn all about the gentle giants of the ocean!

Dramatic Manta Rescue: Manta Ray Caught in Camera Equipment

In January 2018, a young manta ray got caught in camera equipment. Listen to this interview with the local divemasters who executed the rescue - and learn how this incident could easily have been avoided.

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