The Body Glove Hawaii Blog

The Big Island of Hawai’i is a paradise for snorkeling enthusiasts, offering crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and an incredible array of marine life. Among many of the species that call these waters home, the endemic reef fish of Hawai’i are particularly special. These unique species are found only in the Hawaiian Islands, making them…

There are many beautiful places to go snorkeling on the Kona Coast from the shore, but it’s important to keep these tips in mind. Safety First Always snorkel with a buddy and be aware of ocean conditions.   Respect Marine Life Look but don’t touch. Avoid stepping on coral reefs. The law states that you…

Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawai’i is a paradise for snorkelers. The crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life, stunning coral reefs, and unique underwater volcanic geographic features make it an ideal destination for underwater exploration. Here are the top 10 snorkeling spots in Kailua-Kona that you won’t want to miss! Kahalu’u Beach Park Known…

On Earth Day, April 22nd, 2024, Body Glove Cruises teamed up with Blue Ocean Mariculture (BOM) and Ocean Defenders Alliance (ODA) to undertake a monumental ocean cleanup effort in Kailua Bay. Over weeks of preparation, divers and snorkelers united to remove 61 large tires, transforming the bay’s underwater landscape. This collaborative mission not only cleared…

Beginning in 2019, Body Glove Cruises partnered with CarbonBuddy to allow guests to offset the carbon emissions produced by their tour. When making a reservation online, make sure to check that $1 contribution checkbox; donations are given back to the community to support organizations like our friends at the Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative. We took…

The Body Glove family is excited to introduce the newest member of our fleet… Kona Explorer. Departing from Oahu, the newest member of the Body Glove fleet, the Kona Explorer arrived in Kona in record time on August 5, 2022. Captained by Operations Manager Jeremie Betts, she departed Ko Olina Marina on Maui, crossing the…

Employees at Hawai’i Community Assets welcome you with open arms and are happy to help you find your forever home. When Body Glove Cruises partnered with CarbonBuddy in 2019, guests have since had the option to offset the carbon emissions produced by their tour by donating a dollar. Every quarter, we donate these contributions back…

Sunscreen – it’s a beachgoer’s closest ally. Whether it’s tucked into your backpack’s side pocket, or buried somewhere at the bottom beneath all your snorkeling gear and towel, a bottle of it is there. After spreading your towel across the sand, you’ll lather it onto your skin to ensure your tropical vacation isn’t dampened by…

In 2019, Body Glove Cruises partnered with CarbonBuddy to offset our carbon emissions produced by our tours. Quarterly donations made by guests were contributed back to the community’s various nonprofit organizations. It was through CarbonBuddy that we, here at Body Glove Cruises, made a special connection with Hawai’i ‘Ulu Cooperative in 2020. Now, in 2022,…

Body Glove Ocean Adventures puts our guest’s safety first. This is why we recently updated our equipment policy and do not promote the use of full-faced snorkel masks on our snorkel cruises. The research and data on the safety of full-faced masks is relatively new, and there are current concerns regarding their safety and effectiveness. While additional research needs to be done on these popular masks, we are not comfortable allowing the use of them on our vessel, the Kanoa II, at this time.   During snorkeling activity, our bodies require more oxygen and this causes us to breathe faster. The primary concern about full-faced masks is the lack of ventilation they provide. With a full-face mask, some of the exhaled carbon dioxide may not fully exit the device. This extra carbon dioxide can build up in the mask and…

Coral reefs are often considered the ‘canaries of the ocean,’ because they act as an alarm system for our marine environment. In recent years, scientists and concerned citizens have worked together to confront and alleviate some of the negative impacts facing our coral reefs by improving the resiliency of many coral species. Climate change and greenhouse gas emissions have contributed to the threats faced by coral reefs, including rising ocean temperatures, water acidification levels and disease. By reducing these stressors, humans can increase the resiliency of coral reefs and begin the restoration process needed to preserve their delicate habitat. Coral reefs in Hawaiʻi make up approximately 85 percent of all coral reefs in the United States, making Hawaiʻi an important location for restoration and propagation of these important species. With over 5,000 species of plants and animals making their home…

Swimming with wild dolphins is on the bucket list of many visitors’ when they come to Hawaiʻi. While the thought of gliding alongside these majestic creatures may appeal to many, swimming with wild dolphins may constitute harassment under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Human contact with these beautiful marine mammals can have a devastating impact…