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Keauhou Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua-Kona, HI

Overview
Small groups and a short boat ride set our experience apart.

In order to book this tour basic swimming skills & previous snorkeling experience are required. Guest's must be able to swim a short distance to our snorkel board & independently climb up a side boat ladder. Guest must be able to converse in English to understand verbal instructions & safety briefings. Not recommended for guest's who have undergone surgery or have mobility/physical restrictions. Contact tour provider for exceptions.

Snorkeling with our beautiful Kona manta rays is an experience you don't want to miss. You will never forget having these gentle giants swim so graceful before your eyes. Our expert captains and in-water guides are pulling out all the stops to make sure you get the best viewing possible.

This family run business takes pride in sharing the importance of taking care or our land, ocean, animals, and each other.
City: Big Island of Hawaii
Wed 23 Oct
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Starting at $93.00
Wed 23 Oct
Starting at $93.00
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What's Included
Hot Cocoa, Tea, Coffee, Apple Cider, Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip Cookies
Certified In-Water Guide and Lifeguard
Use of Snorkeling Equiptment and Wetsuit
Additional Info
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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
  • Your safety is our priority! If you or anyone in your group would like a lifejacket please contact our reservation line.
  • Please call to confirm availability before purchasing
  • Our Manta Policy: Manta Rays are wild animals and Hawaii Island and Ocean Tours cannot guarantee their presence. If a manta ray is not seen on your night out with us you may try again on a different night, or on your next visit. Guests who purchased tickets at our full online booking price may come back out again for free. Tickets purchased through a 3rd party (such as TripAdvisor/Viator/Expedia...etc) or at a discounted rate may join again for an additional $30 per person. Please keep in mind that seats may be extremely limited during certain times of the year. We usually are very successful in finding mantas for you; however if they decide to take the night off the costs involved with setting up the charter will not allow us to offer you a refund. We appreciate your business and understanding of this policy.
  • Not recommended for those who have recently undergone surgery or who may have mobility/physical restrictions.
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (944)
talma41
Sep 2022
This was amazing! We did the last tour of the evening and weā€™re a little tired and scared. The crew was wonderful in explaining everything in a calm manner, that was easy to follow. I would definitely recommend you do this. You will not be sorry you did!
Response from Host
Sep 2022
Aloha, Thank you for your feedback. We understand that it can be very scary at night; we are happy that we could make you comfortable in this kind of setting. Glad to hear that this was an unforgettable experience for you. Mahalo
moonmich
Sep 2022
We chose this company for the Manta Night Snorkel because the pricing was so reasonable and we liked the small group size. It was such a good choice as we felt we had the mantas all to ourselves. We only had four mantas that night, but that's all you need honestly, they danced in front of us all night. Our tour was also much later than other groups - 9:40 pm- leading to a more intimate experience! The guide on the water was giving us facts the whole time, including the mantra identification patterns and names- I learned it was Amanda who brushed up on my belly! I wish I could remember the name of the Manta with the broken front fin- it kinda bends down and internally. Loved that manta and got some great footage of the gentle giant! The boat ride was very quick there and back, which was convenient as it was a bit chilly after being in the water. Loved the dry wetsuits and the snacks afterwards! I donā€™t think we were in the water for the full 30 minutes, but I still enjoyed every minute of this once in a lifetime experience.
Response from Host
Sep 2022
Aloha Michelle, Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that you liked the smaller groups and that you enjoyed the complimentary snacks. I believe the manta ray with the broken cephalic fin may have been, "Lefty." I am not sure why your tour didn't feel like the full 30 minutes, however, I will be sure to follow up with my Captains to ensure that we are given the allotted time in the water. Seldom times, the Captains will make a call based on the group as a whole and if the majority decides to come aboard a bit earlier than 30 minutes, the Captain will bring everyone back aboard as well in reasonable circumstances. Though this is still not a valid excuse, I sincerely apologize if your tour wasn't the full 30 minutes. If you have anything you'd like to discuss, please don't hesitate to call me at 808-315-8631. Thank you again for the awesome feedback! Sincerely, Alisha Lei
Ted S
Sep 2022
Very relaxed and professional staff. We really liked the smaller group. This was the highlight of all the things we did. Incredible creatures performing underwater ballet while feeding. Could not believe how close they came and at times touched (briefly) you. An experience we will remember and would do again.
Response from Host
Sep 2022
Aloha Ted, We love your insight on your viewing of the manta rays. We're glad we were able to make this an experience you will never forget. Hope to see you again in the future and thank you for your review. Cheers

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