Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Guarantee Sighting in Keauhou Harbor
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel?
Manta Guarantee Policy
Didn’t see a manta ray? Come again for FREE until you do!*
(Based on availability. See full policy for details.)
Smaller Group Size
Avoid the crowds—our tours are limited to a small group of 17 or fewer, unlike big boats that carry up to 50 guests.
Shorter Boat Ride
Get to the action faster with a quick 3-minute ride to the manta site—no long 30-minute boat ride like other operators.
Unmatched Light Power
Our custom light boards use over 150,000 lumens of blue dive light, attracting more plankton and increasing your chances of manta sightings.*
(*Mantas are wild animals—sightings are common but not guaranteed.)
Statistically Better Later Tours
Later tours often have fewer boats and more manta activity, enhancing your experience.
Fully Staffed & Safety-Focused
Every tour includes a licensed captain, swim guide, and certified lifeguard to keep you safe and informed.
Water time is approximately 20 to 40 minutes
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Basic swimming skills are required
Previous snorkeling experience is required
Guests must be able to independently climb up a boat ladder
Guest must be able to converse in English to understand verbal instructions and safety briefings
17 Guests maximum per group
Not recommended for those who have recently undergone surgery or who may have mobility/physical restrictions.
Maximum weight cannot exceed 275 pounds per guest.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Manta guarantee policy, if you don’t see them come again Free! Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona! After a 3 minute boat ride from the harbor, you’ll enter the water and float on the surface while holding onto our custom-built light board. The powerful 150,000+ lumen dive lights attract plankton, which in turn draw in majestic manta rays that glide and feed just inches below you. It’s a breathtaking, up-close experience guided by our professional team, including a licensed captain, swim guide, and certified lifeguard. Water time is approximately 20 to 40 minutes depending on various situations ocean conditions, etc. *Statistically the later at night you go the more manta rays and the more time we have the manta rays increases significantly! The earlier you go, very crowded, making it harder to get manta rays must know how to swim and be comfortable in open ocean conditions. Wetsuits & lifejackets are optional rentals and can be arranged. Free masks and snorkels are provided, or you may bring your own.
What‘s Included
Manta Ray Snorkeling (If option is selected)
Small Group Experience
USCG Captain, in Water snorkel Guide & Lifeguard
Mask + Snorkel
Optional Use of Wetsuit - Charged $10 pp
Private Tour
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
Options
NOT Snorkeling price option!
Guest NOT entering the water!: Only book this option if you plan on staying on the boat! To snorkel with Manta Rays, please book the other ticket option
GUARANTEED Manta Ray Snorkel
Guest ENTERING the water price: For guest who want to enter the water and snorkel with manta rays! The Guarantee Policy: if No Mantas seen, come again FREE!
Reviews
2,448 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Once in a life time experience
764andreay,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family had the most amazing experience with this tour group! Deavon started the night sharing his knowledge, expertise and details of what to expect on this tour. He was very funny and knowledgeable. The water was a little rough the night we went but David, Jasmine, and Greg are very experienced and made us more than comfortable. Greg was an amazing leader in the water with us. He worked overtime to swim us around and ensure we had the viewing of a lifetime. We saw 2 large Manta Ray and a couple babies that swam around our board almost the entire time. Best experience, highly recommend for all ages!! Thank you for the best adventure!
For the people, and the mantas
Christiane G,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I couldn’t believe how awesome the team was, they took care of us and we were troublesome… we missed our booking, I was super dehydrated and the gentleman running it made sure we got on a later tour that day… gave me his personal coconut water to look after me, and made sure we had wetsuits… It’s that kind of above and beyond the employees show for the individual, even though they see hundreds of people a day, that really sets this business apart. 10000 percent recommend it, and the mantas were insane!!!
Short ride to get to the rays
Gene C,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super short boat ride out to dive site. Time in water was okay. Any longer and it might be tiring for most people. Definitely be sure to read instructions on where to meet. There are several tours leading out of same harbor, but this tour’s instructions were spot on. Crew was friendly and very knowledgeable. We saw rays and they came within inches of us. An experience I will never forget, and I learned a lot about the animals as well.
One of the best...
Matthew T,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the best experiences of your life! Crew was helpful, comforting and funny to keep the mood light. Lucky enough to see 5-6 manta rays glide throw the water and even come right up to our faces. Ocean area for viewing is lit up with multiple groups of people and boats so you don't feel like you're alone in the ocean at night. Highly recommended, even if the unknowns of the ocean make you a little nervous.
Awesome experience
Ken G,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience! Crew was amazing with thier knowledge and direction. Had 6 or 7 rays swimming around us right away. Highly recommend.
Best experience on the island so far!
nathanr387,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Super short boat ride with knowledgeable staff made the trip out and back very easy. They made it very clear what to do and not do and then just sat back and let the rays give us a show of a lifetime. It was the perfect length of time as any longer and I would have been too cold. Loved it!
Great experience
Jonathan G,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very good, we saw a lot of manta rays, and the people were nice. I would suggest doing it later as we were told there are even more manta rays then.
Manta rays!!!
suelly c,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was a little nervous when I had a difficult time filling out the waivers. But the experience itself was amazing. The team was organized, experienced and a good time. The manta rays were so beautiful. Loved it!
Close encounters!
Yun L,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with manta rays doing somersaults in the water and swimming by inches away from your face. Highly recommend!
8 manta rays in perfect time window
Henrik L,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kinda chilly so if you have a wetsuit top, bring that. We saw 8 manta rays and they come right up to you. Cool experience. I saw some other tour companies offering 2 hr tours, that’s too long. 1 he is the perfect length.
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