Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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A must do while in Hawaii! It's a lifetime opportunity to see up close manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the neon lights. Join us for a memorable and magical moment of a night snorkel with beautiful manta rays gracefully gliding through the water. We guarantee Manta Ray sighting or your next trip is on us!!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
MUST HAVE PREVIOUS SWIMMING AND SNORKELING EXPERIENCE OR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET IN THE WATER!!!
MUST BE comfortable in the water, be comfortable using floatation if needed (we have Ride Along option available for non-swimmers)
Must be in good health and fit condition, must be able to climb a short ladder
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled by the supplier, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Recommended to bring towel, clothes for change, sweatshirt or light jacket
Age restriction: minimum age allowed is 2 years old; maximum age allowed is 70 years old (unless approved by the supplier)
Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems or injuries within the last 3 years
Not recommended for pregnant travelers in an advanced pregnancy
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Manta Ray night snorkel is a MUST DO while in Hawaii. It’s a lifetime opportunity to see up close giant manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the neon lights. Join us for a memorable and magical moment of a night time with beautiful manta rays gracefully gliding through the water. We guarantee seeing Manta Rays or your next excursion is on us!
What‘s Included
For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear, jacket style wetsuit top, floatation device
Bottled water
Professional guide
Light Snacks
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GoPro rental (upon availability -call to reserve)
Options
Ride Along Option-non swimming
Moonlight Manta Ride Along: THIS IS A NON-SWIMMING OPTION! This is a perfect option for those that want to come for a boat ride with their families but don't want to get in the water and snorkel.
Moonlight Manta Snorkel
Join us for a memorable moment as we snorkel with beautiful manta rays gracefully gliding through the water, feeding and interacting with other manta rays under the beautiful neon lights.
Reviews
5,587 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Manta Experience
georgeu78,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing experience. We got Captain Bryce and Gary. Captain Bryce was hilarious and made the trip very enjoyable. Saw majestic Mantas up close. We went in January and I’d recommend a coat for the ride back as the AC was kicking at high blast and I got cold.
Don’t miss this!
ReneF,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful from beg to end! Captain Simon was knowledgeable, funny and reassuring. Our two guides Jeramiah and Kaden were very helpful. I’m not comfortable in the water and they supplied life vests and guided me all the way. The water was warm relative to the outside temperature. The manta rays were incredible and you get a hot shower and snacks when you return to the boat. Definitely an experience not to be missed
Awesome! Great staff and...
Stacy R,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome! Great staff and boat ride! It’s a must do on the big island! Manta rays come right up to see them and renting the go pro on site was worth it!!!
Snorkeling with manta rays was amazing, but maybe go with another company
Diana L,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Snorkeling with manta rays was amazing, but maybe go with another company. It was around 20 min ride to the snorkel site in the dark. The ride can be quite choppy and they educate/joke about people vomiting and had 2 designated areas on the boat for that. I read that other boats provide ginger chews/ginger ale to help with that. When it was time to snorkel, there wasn't education on using the mask and what to do if water got in (that we did get from another tour). The captain then was rushing everyone off the boat (maybe there were too many of us) that it felt like lemmings. And joking/semi complaining that there were many swimmers who were not confident and wanting snorkel vests. I can understand wanting to wear a snorkel vest if you're snorkeling in the dark in choppy waters. Well, I think many people took that to heart and thought they would be fine without snorkel vests and then were swinging their legs around trying to float despite pool noodles. While we did see manta rays (yay!) and the guides really tried to move us to see if we could see more, the ride there, experience getting in the water and the ride back was so sad that it cast a pall on the whole experience. Definitely snorkel with the mantas, but maybe with another boat.
Best thing our family did!
Boatshoe,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most amazing thing we did on the Big Island!! I was nervous and don’t like swimming at night but I loved it. They shine lights to attract the plankton and you just float and hold onto a raft and they come to you. Literally they come within inches of you. The manta rays have no defenses or way to hurt you. They just eat the plankton. Super safe. Super fun.
Amazing experience with the coolest creatures in the sea
Seaside19510091389,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the best guided tour possible. My wife and I had the best time. The crew was fantastic, funny and super prepared and professional. Nice equipment. Would reccomend renting the go pro, worth 40$ all day long. Kaden, Aiden and Gary did an awesome job, would do this again! Kudos and Mahalo
Epic!!!
Michael R,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was just an epic adventure that I could not recommend more! USA and Jordan crushed it and we LOVED it!
Horrible Experience for my Family
Spencer D,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00If you want to be packed like sardines into a boat, this one is for you! If you want to be crowded onto the viewing platform with not enough space, choose this company! If you want to feel rushed and fight for space to see the majestic manta rays, climb aboard! In all seriousness, this is the worst excursion I have ever paid for. They allow way too many people onto the tour, which means there is not enough space to comfortably view the manta rays. I traveled with my kids and was one of the last groups off the boat. They did not leave enough space for us to hold on to the platform, so I had to hold with one arm and fight the man next to me for space for my family. I told the tour guide but he didn’t respond (or care). My son ended up on the short end of the platform with the boat’s tether rope hitting his head over and over whole time. I’ve snorkeled with the manta rays before and had an amazing time. Not here. This company needs to rethink its customer experience. For now, I would recommend you avoid this company at all costs.
Fantastic Experience
jimbV6513PF,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beyond what we expected. Amazing. Mantas swam right up to us numerous times. Just the right amount of time. They provided wet suits which really helped. The captain and crew were the best. Great communication. Comfortable boat that handled waves well.
Must do on the Big Island!
414aprilw,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing experience on this excursion with my daughter. Captain and lifeguard were friendly and so supportive and helpful. We saw lots of manta rays. Recommend hang loose tours to anyone!!
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