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
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
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
Kona Boys Voted 2015 Best of West Hawaii: Kayak Rental For the 15th year in a row, readers of West Hawaii Today voted Kona Boys as the best kayak rental company in West Hawaii. We have been blessed to serve Big Island customers with a great staff and two incredible locations. We are stoked to
Kona Boys appreciate our customers who travel from all corners of the globe to visit our little BIG ISLAND in the middle of the Paci?c. We wanted to create a contest to engage our far reaching clientele. We hope that you will take a little bit of ALOHA home with you, in the form of
“Travel With Kids” recently visited the Big Island to check out the best activities to do with kids. Kona Boys was honored to give them a kayak tour of Kealakekua Bay, sharing history, conservation, and an exciting experience. Watch the great video and get a feel for just how incredible Kealakekua Bay is and what
For the 13th year in a row, readers of West Hawaii Today voted Kona Boys as the best kayak rental company.
The State has made permits available with specific conditions for recreational vessels. We’re not sure what this means exactly, but want to keep everyone interested informed.
Kona Boys is happy to announce that we have received one of TripAdvisor’s top honors, the “2013 Certificate of Excellence.” Thanks to all of our customers…
Kona Boys received word from the State that we are able to resume providing kayak tours in Kealakekua Bay starting April 1st, 2013. We are excited to again be able to share this historic and spectacular area with our guests and share our combined passions for marine life preservation, and ocean recreation. Hawaii News Now
As of 1/2/2013 Kealakekua Bay is under a moratorium from kayaking, stand-up paddling, and other crafts while the State revises its management plan of the area. We hope that the moratorium will be lifted within 2 to 3 months.