Resuming Daily Operations, Nov 1, 2020 Kona Boys are stoked to announce that we are resuming daily operations and reopening our Beach Shack and Mauka Shop as of Nov. 1. After 7 months of limited hours and operations, we are proud to be back in action providing our full gamut of ocean rentals and activities from both our
Big Sale going down at the Kona Boys shop. July 4th at 8 AM – July 5th at 3 PM
Aloha Kona Boys ‘Ohana, We have been so stoked with the support we have received from the local community and elated that businesses are allowed to open and service our local customers. Things look a lot different in a COVID economy and we are continually reevaluating our operations and viability in the current economy.
Aloha Kona Boys ‘Ohana, In a time like this we are so fortunate to be part of the water tribe. Somehow, even in the face of a global pandemic, we look for the stoke in life and unite to raise the vibes and spread the aloha. Finding solidarity in our ocean-bonds, and inspiration in our fellow
Aloha Kona Boys Ohana. As everyone is acutely aware, the COVID-19 Virus is having unprecedented effects on the world as we know it. These impacts are now hitting home and the ramifications on our island community are staggering. Kona Boys has been operating since 1996 and we have prided ourselves on keeping our doors open
To capitalize on your Hawaiian vacation we have compiled a life of 5 tips to know when visiting the Big Island. The Big Island is home to 11 of the 13 climate zones that exist on the globe. Each nook of the island has its own charm and feel to it. Rent a vehicle. If
Why use reef-safe sunscreen? It is estimated that 14,000 tons of sunscreen are ending up in the world’s coral reef systems and causing irreversible damage. Hawaii recently implemented a law outlawing two chemicals known to contribute to coral reef bleaching. Although the law doesn’t go in effect until January 1, 2021, we want to
Kealakekua Bay at a glance. Largest sheltered natural bay on Big Island Ranges in depth from 5ft to over 300 ft The reef drop inspired Pixar’s movie Finding Nemo 1 mile wide, it is approximately a 45 minute paddle across the bay Only guided-tours are able to land vessels on the monument side Boats must
Hawaii Magazine’s April 2017 Issue highlights the best of everything across all of the Hawiian Islands as chosen by their readers. Kona Boys were honored to be recognized in three categories, best gear or water gear rentals, best surf shop, and best surf instruction. We love getting people in the water and it feels amazing
Travel Week gave us a big shout out in December in this great article about snorkeling on the islands, here. If you aren’t in the know, the Big Island boasts some of the most pristine snorkeling not only in the United States, but in the world. With areas where coral can be found growing at
Kona Boys was stoked to see an article come out in the December 2016 Alaska Airlines Magazine with a featured article called Life on the Water. The article shares the stories of watermen and women throughout the islands and they included Kona Boys’ own Brock Stratton. Brock was honored to be included along some legendary