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The sea has earned a place of highest regard in the Hawaiian culture. For generations the ocean has provided the Hawaiian people with a place to fish, work, sail, and--most importantly--surf! And what the Hawaiians have known for centuries is, if you show your mahalo (respect as well as thank you) for the ocean, the ocean will show its mahalo for you.

What sets Hawaii's waters apart from all the others? Perhaps it's the promise of crystal- clear, azure-blue waters at temperatures averaging over 75 degrees. The temperature of our waters varies only five degrees from the hottest day in August to the coldest day in February. On a bright, sunny day there can be up to 100 feet of visibility underneath the ocean's surface, creating ideal snorkeling and scuba diving conditions. This is due to the makeup of the ocean floor, which is predominantly lava rock or coral reef with little silt or sand. But when you snorkel or scuba dive in our oceans, remember that the reef you're looking at is alive. So much as a careless footprint can destroy coral that took years to develop.

The miracle that is our coral reef is but a backdrop to the hundreds of different species of reef fish and marine mammals you can view and enjoy in their natural environment. Whether it is the humuhumunukunukuapuaa (try saying that 10 times really fast) or your garden variety tang, every fish you see will bring a new pleasure to your senses. Each is a unique blend of size, color, form, purpose, and personality in motion.

Our site features many activities you can enjoy during your vacation here on the Big Island of Hawaii. They range from exploring the ocean depths within the comfort of a state-of-the art, air-conditioned submarine, to experiencing the first-person perspective of snorkeling and scuba diving, to observing the beauty and serenity of the Kona Coast during a dinner cruise. Remember, the key to having a safe and wondrous time on and in the water lies in knowing your limits and showing your mahalo for the beauty and power that is the Pacific Ocean off Hawaii.

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