Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Overview

Available languages

English

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

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.

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.

Reviews

4.83

5,923 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5404

281

You’ve got to go
kristenkT7159DL,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Just the best experience! Unbelievable seeing these majestic animals up close. The guides were just incredible and we had an unforgettable time. Highly recommend!
Manta Rays!
Erica H,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Manta Rays tour was amazing and exceeded expectations! Very friendly/ helpful staff and captain.
Coolest experience of my life
Steven G,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Coolest thing I’ve ever seen. I actually can’t believe how close up they get to you (they practically graze you) and they're such docile animals. Tour operators were such a nice group of people. I appreciate that they also helped a little kid who got scared
Rad Manta Ray trip
109rebekaha,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a totally tubular time with the manta rays! Our guides Bryce, Noah and Jeremiah were so rad! They made the trip so awesome! We will definitely be back dudes!!
Good company, professional crew
GHAFOOR S,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Everything as advertised was correct. Professional and good crew. Will do it again if ever wanted to do it again.
Older couple proficient swimmers experienced snorkel diving first time with these rays
Joanne T,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Large group, unfortunately some people do not follow or understand directions. The boat and the site was wonderful. Many rays come right up close but people need to follow directions and should know basics of floating with feet up behind you. It was choppy seas and you hold a frame but it moves.
Outstanding experience!
Naomi T,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an unforgettable experience for my adult children and I. Captain Jacob and his crew were friendly and professional. They altered the experience to fit all levels of swimmers and were great with the people - like my daughter - who were a bit timid and nervous at first. We saw SO many mantas! It was just incredible!! Highly recommend.
Big Island MUST do
davidmI499VE,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The experience itself is as advertised - amazing. It is a bit dependent on actually seeing manta rays. We met some people a day later who said they did not see any. We got luck and saw about 6-12 and a visitor Galapagos Shark. They take you out from a pier on about a fifteen minute boat ride and then you hang on to these floating cages with (in our case) a pool noodle under our feet to lay flat. What they do not tell you is how cold it is - at least in May. They gave us a wetsuit for our upper body, but it was still very cold. Not nearly so cold to make us wish we did not do it. For us, the down side was the operator. Hang Loose Boat Tours did a fine job communicating (even moving the time up on the day of - great communication). Our team seemed to take that company name to heart. Everything was fine, but it did feel like there were no adults on the boat in any position of authority. Again, nothing went wrong, but it seemed a little...uncontrolled. We still want to give them five stars, but it is worth pointing out this tiny concern.
Don't miss it you'll regret!
Lawrence P,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our experience was absolutely amazing from start to finish. From the moment we checked in to the time we got in and out of the water, the staff went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable, safe, and taken care of. You can truly tell they care about what they do and about the people they’re serving. Every staff member was professional, personable, patient, and genuinely kind. They didn’t treat us like just another group or another job — they treated us like family. The energy on the boat was welcoming, fun, and reassuring the entire time. What stood out the most was how patient and encouraging the crew was with everyone. No one was rushed or made to feel embarrassed, nervous, or pressured at any point. They made the experience enjoyable for all comfort levels, which meant a lot. And let me just say — the crew can SWIM. You definitely feel safe knowing you’re in good hands with people who are highly skilled and experienced in the water. I would absolutely recommend this experience to everyone, including my own children. If you’re thinking about booking, do it — you will not regret it.
This was a once in a...
Mark R,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a once in a lifetime experience for anyone who loves animals. After a short boat ride from the harbor, we attached to a mooring to hold our spot. The crew deployed 4 surfboard-sized floatation devices with bright lights and handrails all around. We all swam out to the floats and grabbed on. Within minutes, giant manta rays started swimming up to eat the plankton attracted by the lights. The rays were inches away from our arms and faces as they swam by. We saw numerour rays ranging from 6-14 feet across. We also had several times when the rays brushed up against us. I would highly recommend people do this once in their life. A couple of words of warning... 1. The water was a little rough and several people got sea sick. Prepare for this in advance so you can enjoy the experience. 2. The rough water made the swim to the floats more difficult than expected. Both my wife and I are strong swimmers and we were winded by the time we got to the handrails. 3. Holding on to the float was physically demanding. The water was cold and rough. This combination wore us out...especially after the swim to the float. Despite these challenges, I highly recommend this trip. Being mentally and physically prepared will help make this experience the best it can be.