1 hour 20 minutes
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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.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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!
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.
1,881 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mason,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Captain Mike, Patrick, and Tyler were great and helped us feel comfortable in the water. We had a small group that linked up with one of the bigger boats but it only helped to see more rays with all the extra light. I usually feel pretty nervous in the ocean but the rays were incredible!
Chelsey N,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Absolutely loved the Manta Ray Snorkel experience with Kona Adventures! The sheer number of manta rays we saw was breathtaking — it felt like swimming in a magical underwater dance. The team was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire adventure. Their expertise really enhanced the experience, and you could tell they genuinely care about the marine life. Highly recommend this unforgettable snorkel tour to anyone visiting Kona!
Nicole B,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
This was an incredible experience. A definite must do on the big island. We went with our teenage children and everyone was mesmerized. A truly magical experience. This tour group was great! Very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend!
Yijia L,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
Good experience with night snorkeling. We saw mantas and their friends/food. They looks huge, and you are about to touch them.
REBECCA B,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
This was absolutely amazing!!! The staff is super friendly and always there to help with whatever you need. The wet suit guy that gave the intro was so funny and super informative!! The boat crew was amazing and the guy that was in the water with us was super helpful. We got to see a lot of manta's!! They literally came right next to us and did barrel rolls on our chests!!! My kids absolutely loved it!!! Definitely will book again with them!!
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