Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel: Unforgettable Ocean Ballet
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Attention to detail, safety, and our expert crew set this excursion apart. During this tour we can visit either the northern manta site near the Kona airport, or venture further south to Keauhou depending on where the best manta sightings have been. Our licensed captains and dedicated guides are pulling out all the stops to make sure you get the best viewing possible. Prior swimming & snorkeling experience is required to book this activity. Guest's must be able to independently climb up a vertical boat ladder. Not recommended for guest's who have undergone surgery or have mobility/physical restrictions. Not recommended for pregnant women. Contact tour operator for exceptions. This family run business takes pride in sharing the importance of taking care or our land, ocean, animals, and each other. You must arrive on time for check in time provided by your tour provider, check in time may be up to 40 minutes prior to scheduled tour time.
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Tara_S, 12/8/2025 9:19:42 PM
These experience is unreal! We took our three boys 14, 12 and 10. It was raining and Little choppy but once you are in the water it was unreal. 20/10 loved it.
annerU7660BV, 12/8/2025 2:36:45 PM
Nice small group trip with a maximum of 18 people. Our trip only had 14 people, making it a more intimate experience. Typical trips have 40 or more people with only 1-2 guides. This one had 3 leaders (1 to 5 ratio) making us feel very safe. In fact their safety for both us and the animals was paramount. We loved the experience! The only thing that was a little difficult was finding our meeting location in the dark. The company did a good job providing directions. It was just very dark being nighttime. I suggest a dry run to find the location in the daylight beforehand.
Sean_D, 12/6/2025 12:38:31 AM
We must have seen 12-15 Manta Rays! What an awesome experience! Great job to the Captain and crew! Very organized!
Pujun_B, 12/5/2025 9:55:14 PM
The manta ray experience was one of the best experiences of my lifetime. I have done other manta ray experiences in the past, and nothing came close to how close these manta rays were. I would say it was a spiritual experience.
Kevin_s, 12/5/2025 12:51:28 AM
Outstanding Operator. Friendly and professional. Cared about our safety as well as the experience. 5 mantas! Incredible.
Kimberly_R, 11/29/2025 7:03:09 AM
Amazing experience and informative. 1 person scared of open ocean said so worth it and felt very comfortable.
Charles_B, 11/27/2025 2:13:38 PM
The crew was great, knowledgeable, and friendly. They provided a real amazing experience. The snorkeling was very easy and could even be done by less experienced swimmers.
Jennifer_J, 11/27/2025 1:40:27 AM
Exceeded my expectations! Be prepared if you are prone to seasickness. Both the boat ride and floating in the water made me ill. But the encounter with the manta rays was totally worth it! Next time, I’ll just take some Gravol :)
Christen_W, 11/25/2025 11:50:05 PM
I don’t know why I didn’t have high hopes for this activity but we were so surprised - we LOVED it! This is not a fancy boat and equipment kind of place but to me that made it even better. The crowd wasn’t too large so they could actually chat with you and it wasn’t like a big cow herd. The manta rays were so wild but amazing. I would highly recommend doing this!
Heidi_M, 11/24/2025 2:01:03 PM
It’s so worth it! The price was very reasonable and the crew were so fun and competent. I wish I could remember their names. They were so awesome!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Basic swimming skills are required
- Previous snorkeling experience is required
- Guests must be able to independently climb up a boat ladder
- Guest must be able to converse in English to understand verbal instructions and safety briefings
- Your safety is our priority! If you or anyone in your group would like a lifejacket please contact our reservation line.
- Our Manta Policy: Manta Rays are wild animals and Snorkel Big Island cannot guarantee their presence. If a manta ray is not seen on your night out with us you may try again on a different night, or on your next visit. Guests who purchased tickets at our full online booking price may come back out again for free. Tickets Purchased through a 3rd party or at a discounted rate may join again for an additional $60 per person. Please keep in mind that seats may be extremely limited during certain times of the year. We usually are very successful in finding mantas for you; however, if they decide to take the night off the costs involved with setting up the charter will not allow us to offer you a refund. We appreciate your business and understanding of this policy.
- Please confirm your check in time directly with tour provider. Check in time may be up to 40 minutes prior to tour time.
- Not recommended for travelers with physical or mobility restrictions
Departure point
Honokohau Small Boat Harbor. Coming from Hwy 19, turn West toward the ocean on Kealakehe Pkwy. Take the 1st right turn to enter the North side of the harbor. Follow the road around to a large dirt parking lot. Park near Public Restroom Pavillion.Return details
Attention to detail, safety, and our expert crew set this excursion apart. During this tour we can visit either the northern manta site near the Kona airport, or venture further south to Keauhou depending on where the best manta sightings have been. Our licensed captains and dedicated guides are pulling out all the stops to make sure you get the best viewing possible. Prior swimming & snorkeling experience is required to book this activity. Guest's must be able to independently climb up a vertical boat ladder. Not recommended for guest's who have undergone surgery or have mobility/physical restrictions. Not recommended for pregnant women. Contact tour operator for exceptions. This family run business takes pride in sharing the importance of taking care or our land, ocean, animals, and each other. You must arrive on time for check in time provided by your tour provider, check in time may be up to 40 minutes prior to scheduled tour time.Redemption
*please confirm with tour provider your booking has been received* *tour provider is not responsible for viator booking integration errors* *Please arrive at confirmed check in time for the start of your scheduled tour*** Be sure to come in swim wear and bring towels. Parking is free. Please call 8.0.8.2.0.1.0.0.1.9 to confirm availability before purchasing.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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