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
What To Expect
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
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!
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.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,498 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Once in a lifetime!!
bethmE3818FQ,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was amazing to put in my life experiences list. It is very quick to be in water so you can spend as much time getting the chance to see the mantas. I didn't wear wet suit and did get chilly but you kind of forget about that when a ray shows up. Pictures are pretty much impossible unless you have water camera n even then you wouldn't be able to focus on what your seeing. We only saw 1 but she stayed under us pretty much the whole time. She kept doing rolls and even brushing my husband's arms as she did. So beautiful with the light and not scared of us as no one tried to reach out. Just relax your body n enjoy ! Words don't do what you will see, justice.
Highly recommend this activity!
teria468,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was so smooth and professional, the check in, boat crew, Payton, our guide. We saw three rays, probably average for the day. Everyone was so kind and encouraging. A word about the guidelines- they will repeat over and over that you need to be as strong swimmer, if you can doggie paddle 10 feet you’ll be fine. Make sure you have some upper body/arm strength though, you’ll be hanging on to a raft the whole time on the water and we felt it the next day. Also the paperwork notes adults can’t have a life vest, that was not the case, you can ask for one. Also, street parking was not available for the 7:50 Tuesday slot- there was a food truck event at the corner and that’s probably why. We decided to park in the paid lot at the convention center because it was so close and wide open, but it cost $40 for the two+ hours we were there.
It was good.. we had a...
Marina L,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was good.. we had a nice experience. I traveled with my family, we were all very excited to see the mantas and it was beautiful
My Kona Adventures Manta Ray Night Snorkel
25gerardoi,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was outstanding! We were warmly greeted by Nick and his son as we checked in. Our Captain was Koa, onboard lifeguard Whistler and in the water lifeguard Payton. All were absolutely personable, professional and welcoming. As we got out to the right area we got in the water and secured ourselves to the floating observation deck. Payton was in the water with us giving us tips and techniques to watch for mantas. Initially we didn’t see any so she, by herself pulled us while she swam to the best location. We say a manta and it was fantastic and surreal! Overall an absolutely outstanding experience and I recommend this to anyone with this company and crew! The crew stayed our extra time to ensure we were able to witness a manta ray…what a lifetime experience. Big mahalo to the crew and Nick for a superb experience!
Manta Rays
chadwG9926JH,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great crew! Very helpful staff. Quick ride out and saw some rays!! Would 100% recommend.
Amazing!
maliav316,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best price! Super nice and informative crew. Intimate experience. Taught my 6 year old to snorkel 2 days before and he got to join in. Smaller local company not price gauging. Loved it!
So Many Other Options
Caleb S,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The Manta Rays were awesome. The company was not. There were nine other boats in the same location doing the same thing seeing the same Manta Rays. Do yourself a favor and go with one of the others. The lady at check-in, though nice, was disorganized and confused. The captain was downright unprofessional and left us all feeling unsafe. He argued and belittled his crew in front of the customers. He cared more about time than safety. The lady that got in the water with us did not seem to be experienced. Instructions were very brief and vague. We were not the only participants that were confused and surprised by the captain and crews lack of professionalism. My family has been on numerous snorkeling expeditions and never have we felt so unsafe and unvalued. All were eager to get off the boat.
Manta ray night snorkeling
luciekK286ZV,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience with super nice stuff that answered every question! I’ll never forget this moment.
A Special Experience
313valig,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience for my family. My kids are 16 and 20 and it's hard to find things that impress them but this tour absolutely did. Swimming with the manta rays and having the experience of getting so close to those majestic creatures was extraordinary. It all felt very safe and the guides were very knowledgeable, even recognizing the manta rays by their spotting patterns and knowing them by name. I highly recommend.
Need to be a good...
vassil,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Need to be a good swimmer. No live vest provided. Need water shoes. The expesiance was very memorable. Will do it again.
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