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Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Our viewing location is the most ideal manta viewing location. We have just a short 5 minute boat ride out to our snorkel destination. Using our state of the art viewing board, our expert in water crew will guide you through the bay to view these beautiful animals. Enjoy approximately 30 minutes of in water viewing time.

This exciting night snorkel with Magnificent Manta Rays is an event you will never forget! This is a close encounter of a different kind, and you'll have memories to last a lifetime!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Minimum age 6yrs old; Maximum 70yrs old

A maximum of 28 people per booking

Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour

Must be able to climb up a metal ladder resting on a pontoon to get back in the boat

Must be under 285lbs

All participating guests must know how to swim and tread water. Snorkeling experience required.

This is a wild and free excursion. No refunds are given in the event we do not get to view mantas the night of your tour.

If you are unable to swim and would like to remain on the boat, we welcome you. "Ride alongs" are a paid ticket as it is a reserved seat on the boat.

We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition

Please arrive no later than your scheduled check in time, as we have important information to review prior to leaving the dock, as well as outfit all guests with the equipment needed for the tour.

Restroom facilities not available on boat

This tour is not for those with neck or back problems

This tour is not for those with major medical conditions or heart conditions

Guests must be physically and mentally capable of listening to and obeying safety instructions

This is an open ocean experience at night. Young children may be scared of the dark waters and large animals.

Children who are frighten and crying will be escorted back aboard with a guardian. No Exceptions

Transportation NOT provided.

This trip is not for individuals who are afraid the dark, deep water, or large animals.

Snorkel vest provided for children 12 and under. Snorkel vest available to rent for all others.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Short Sleeve Wetsuit tops

Your "in water" guides work very hard. Gratuity is always appreciated.

Please bring a towel for after snorkeling

What To Expect

READ THIS!!! TOUR TIMES NOTED ARE THE CHECK-IN TIME, NOT THE DEPARTURE TIME. DEPARTURE IS 1 HOUR LATER. DEPATURE LOCATION IS 1.4 MILES FROM CHECK-IN LOCATION. -Swimming and Snorkeling Experience is Required. -This is an open ocean activity, participants should be comfortable in deep and dark waters. -This activity is generally moderate but can be strenuous depending on participant’s fitness level and ocean conditions. -Manta Rays are wild animals; we cannot control their behavior. -Please arrive no later than your scheduled check-in time. -Guests must be at departure location 20 minutes prior to departure. -Tour time is 2 hrs, which includes time for check-in, gear and brief. -Do not arrive early to check-in. -Enjoy approx. 30 minutes of in-water time. -Ensure you opt in to receiving emails and text from us. We will be providing important information about trip. -International travelers must speak and understand English. -We cannot call international numbers, please provide us a way to contact you. -If you have multipule reservations in your group, please contact us 24 hours in advance.

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Duration: 2 hours: Time includes check-in, equipment fitting, safety brief, and transportation to viewing site. Enjoy 30 minutes in water time.

Manta Ray Guarantee

Manta Ray Gurantee: If you don’t see manta rays, we will invite you to come back out once more on another night at no additional cost to you.
Duration: 2 hours: Includes check-in, equipment fitting, safety brief and transportation to viewing site. Enjoy 30 minutes in the water.

Reviews

4.79

1,518 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Manta snorkel

    Richard H,

    Aug 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Amazing experience, the Mantas are awesome and gentle. The crew were very helpful and fun. I will say, nearly all the young kids on the boat became scared and either didn’t want to get into the water or wanted to get out right away, maybe reconsider if you have young ones. Not the experiences fault; just an observation. I would 100% recommend this trip!

  • Amazing experience and great crew

    Kshama D,

    Aug 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic experience. The crew was experienced and well prepared. We saw at least 12-15 of them and some came very close. We were planning to do it again but couldn’t since we were leaving the next day. Don’t miss this experience.

  • Best experience ever!!

    Benjamin S,

    Aug 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We were not disappointed!! Vinnie and the rest of the crew were amazing! My son was stung by a fireworm and my wife got seasick and your crew was so attentive!! Give them a raise! Oh yes! Lots of Manta Rays!! They “danced””all around us!! Once in a lifetime experience!!

  • Did not get to do...

    Celeste S,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Did not get to do activity. Followed the directions on app and never found our group. Called and waited on hold for 20 minutes. At that point it was too late . The directions are not clear as to how to check in and when

  • The experience with the...

    Jill A,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    The experience with the manta rays was great but I thought the trip was a bit deceiving. It indicates that it is approximately 2 hours when you book the excursion, but in reality the start time is to pick up your equipment and you then meet at the dive spot an hour later so you spend about 45 minutes just waiting for the boat. Overall, the experience itself is just shy of an hour. It was also very difficult to find parking in the area. I am not sure if other trips are the same but I felt the experience could have been more clearly explained when booking.

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4.79
1,518 reviews
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