KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings
Overview
1 hour 20 minutes
Mobile ticket
Swimming with magical giants as they dance and float right in front of your eyes is a truly magical Kona experience!
Our night manta ray snorkel tours begin departing at 6 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. and last about an hour.
Important note:
-Participants must be experienced swimmers and in good health in order to participate.
-Must have basic snorkeling experience.
-Weight Policy: Anyone 260 and over (not to exceed 320) is required to purchase an additional seat.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All participants must be experienced swimmers and have snorkel experience. Children must be 5 and over to board the boat. Due to the type of boat we operate (RHIB) we are unable to allow service animals on board.
25-30 minutes of water time
50 minutes includes travel by boat time as well
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Manta Ray Tour
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Snorkeling (If option is selected)
Fuel surcharge
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
What To Expect
Guarantee Sightings. If there are no sightings, we do not offer refunds but we do offer a FREE RERIDE. *If you are purchasing a NOT SNORKELING ticket please be advised that there is no guarantee of seeing manta rays from the boat. With check-in time, boat travel, and water time: Total time is around 1.2 hours. (25-30 of that is water time). We operate a smaller boat; a 23 foot RHIB (Zodiac style) boat and take 11 passengers. Tour duration from departure to return is about 50 minutes in length which includes 25-30 minutes of water time. Important note: -Participants must be experienced swimmers and in good health in order to participate. -Must have basic snorkeling experience. -Casual Use Life Jackets are not provided unless 13 years of age and under. -Weight Policy: Anyone 260 and over (not to exceed 320) is required to purchase an additional seat. -Wetsuits are optional and available to rent at check-in. -Please do not bring valuables as we do not have an office and you will need to keep your belongings in your own vehicle. -Tour times are subject to change. -Ocean conditions can change without notice; choppy ocean conditions may occur.
Options
NOT Snorkeling price option
Duration: 55 minutes: ride along seat only. Not entering ocean. Please be advised that you are NOT guarantee to see manta rays from the boat.
GUARANTEED Manta Ray option
Duration: 55 minutes: 3-5 minute boat ride; 25-30 minutes of water time. Our GUARANTEE means that if there are no rays you can come back again!
Reviews
2,124 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The most amazing experience
Ashley J,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The most amazing experience ive ever had.! The mantas were so peaceful and majestic. We had about 6 or so swimming around us during the trip and they were swimming so close. It was an experience of a lifetime. The crew were awesome. Very funny, helpful and provided ao much knowledge. 10/10 would recommend.!
Amazing Experience!
E8969AGmargaretk,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a cool experience! Our guide was amazing and so kind. We saw probably 7 mantarays. Such beautiful creatures, but be prepared for a bit of an arm workout. I came here straight after the airport and my biceps were exhausted!
Great crew, fantastic experience!
Jam Lady7,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Do not miss it! This company was so great and we loved everyone from Jen at check in to the Captain to the water guide. The Mantas were magical, we saw 5! I do recommend the wetsuit. They have tops for $10, which was very worth it.
Great experience!
Marcy K,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic!! Highly recommend! Our guide and boat captain were very nice and knew a lot about the island and the sea life. Would recommend to a friend.
Best Excursion Ever!!!
tracik909,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Manta ray experience with Kona Adventures was absolutely wonderful! They are so professional and easy to work with and understand and their communication is amazing, they respond super fast!!! We had a group of 21 people and had to do 2 different times and still they made it work seemlessly, definitely highly recommend!
Our time
Michael G,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Small boat with about 10-12 swimmers. Great staff and great experience. Water was a little murky, but that is Mother Nature. Saw 8-10 mantas. Recommended.
Super frustrating and a waste of $$$
chriskG4747OU,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I totally regret booking with this company. What should have been a highlight of our trip turned out to be the worst part of our vacation and a waste of $500. They put us in the water for about 15 minutes and we didn’t see anything. Just as other groups started yelling and seeing the Manta Rays they pulled us out saying our time was up. Rebooking options were slim and didn’t work with our schedule and they wouldn’t refund any of our money. Had they just left us in the water for a few more minutes I’m sure we would have seen the manta rays like the other groups. Seems like other companies give people more time in the water and make sure they see the manta rays and have a good experience.
Great experience. Very...
ajalee9,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Very quick onto the boat and into the water so if you get sea sick (like me) you'll be okay!
A must do in Kona
amy n,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We saw 7 manta rays; one so close it essentially ran into us!! Very beautiful creatures! Crew was very kind; knowledgeable
A Must Do!
Vanessa H,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an absolute MUST when visiting the Big Island. Coming from a seasick prone couple, pop a Dramamine because this is worth it! The crew was informative, fun, and made us feel very safe. It was a bit cold for us in November but nothing unbearable at all. Would recommend this tour to anyone really!
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