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 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.
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
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.
Reviews
2,274 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
lots of mantas!
Jojostubmytoe,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Totally worth it. Great experience.
Amazing!!! A little...
Kristi D,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing!!! A little chilly. I wish I rented the wet suit top. If you get cold easily I would recommend renting one. Also if you get motion sickness at all I recommend taking Dramamine before. Such an amazing experience. Total worth it!!!!
Epic night!
Colleen M,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Epic manta ray experience in Kona! We had about 10 mantas gliding beneath us - it was truly surreal. The tour was about an hour in total with ~20 minutes in the water, which felt perfect. Easy check-in (bathroom at the docks, storage available - note you must be swim ready when loading in onto the boat). The crew was fantastic and Peyton was so welcoming. Highly recommend!
Fun times
Anonymous,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience! Saw so many Manta Rey’s! I would definitely do this again! Staff was awesome and very knowledgeable.
Incredible experience
cydneyw2026,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible experience snorkeling with the rays! Jenny was an excellent guide and we got to see about 8 rays on our trip. We were also very grateful that we could rent wetsuits- would definitely recommend them since the water is cold.
Not to be missed!
JanetHPB,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of those life experiences, don’t hesitate. First, very well run operation from check in to the end. Kai, Danny and Jenny were our crew and if you get them - consider yourself lucky. Kai & Danny were fun, kind and patient getting us on and off the RHIB and in and out of the water and Kai had some funny manta inspired dad jokes to share. Jenny is passionate about the mantas and shared lots of info with us. It took a while for the mantas to come to us but wow! When they did it was like nothing I’ve seen before and I have over 150 scuba dives logged. They danced as if doing ballet, barrel rolled and came within inches. Book this now!!
Awesome Experience
Susan R,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an amazing experience!! Close up and personal. Jenny was very knowledgeable. Jenny, Koa and Danny were all great. Do not miss snorkeling with the manta rays!
Great experience, once in a lifetime adventure!
Pioneer19580131153,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was amazing from beginning to end. The crew was professional and fun at the same time. Very informative about the manta rays and the ecosystem. An incredible adventure we will never forget!
Great tour operator giving you a once in a lifetime experience!
JanetHPB,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were part of the 9pm tour on Feb 28th. Absolutely stunning. I think I counted 8 at one time, doing ballet, chain feeding behavior, barrel rolling and coming within inches as they glided in front and underneath us. You should do this and if you’re lucky, you’ll draw Koa, Danny and Jenny as your crew. Jenny knows everything about the mantas and has so much passion for them. Koa and Danny couldn’t have been more skilled at what they do and tempered it with kindness and patience. One of those lifetime experiences!
Really Cool Experience
Andeez,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really lucked out and had a nice showing of Mantas. It’s really quite an amazing experience. Definitely get the wetsuit bc it can be chilly. You’re in the water for about 20-25min watching the Mantas do their thing. Sorry didn’t catch her name but the blonde woman from Alabama was super nice and friendly and Taco, Koa and Max were a great crew and really friendly and knowledgeable.
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