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Manta Magic - Night Manta Ray Snorkel At Manta Village, Kona, Hawaii

Manta Magic - Night Manta Ray Snorkel At Manta Village, Kona, Hawaii

Overview

Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers.

This tour departs from Keahou Harbor in South Kona and enjoys a short 5-minute boat ride to our snorkeling site, Manta Village.

Your Captain and snorkel guide will educate you on Kona's famous manta rays and will discuss our safe and humane approach to engaging with the gentle giants.

After entering the water, you'll hold onto our lightboard, with your feet propped up by floatation devices, as the manta rays perform a graceful ballet beneath you. The manta rays filter feed on plankton that naturally gathers at the surface just before sunset, then accumulates underneath our lights. This is an opportunity to enjoy an evening on the water and watch in amazement as the manta rays glide around and dance for you.

We are proud to be a Green Listed company, and we take an environmentally cautious approach to our interactions with the manta rays.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Fri 04 Oct

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Starting at $125.00

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Fri 04 Oct

Starting at $125.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Wetsuit (optional)

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Local taxes

Beverages

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be able to swim without the assistance of a floatation device.
A ticket is required for all passengers, regardless of age or whether they are entering the water.
Maximum weight of 280 pounds per traveler.
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems.
Snorkel equipment is sanitized between uses.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (858)

George_H

Aug 2021

First thing, the crew gave a defective face-piece to me. once I put my face into the water, the water was leaking from the mouth tube. I tried this at least 4-5 times, each time the water leaked into my mouth and each time swallow sea water. I requested to change a mouth piece, but the crew very rude and mean and put me out from the water and did not let me into the water again. I spent a lot of time to plan this and spent a lot time to travel for this. I was so disappointed. Also, their address was hard to find. Their phone no answer. Over all, night snorkeling is once a time experience. But never chose this company.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Aloha - thank you for the feedback, and we're sorry this tour was not a good fit for you. Regarding the leaking snorkel, our swim guide fixed the snorkel that was initially provided to you with a bent rubber mouthpiece. After that, the snorkel was working fine for you, for a while. When it started "leaking" again, our swim guide asked you to place your lips around the entire snorkel. This issue was that your lips were not sealed around the snorkel, and we were unable to help you overcome the issue, possibly due to a language barrier. To be clear, you were removed from the water because you were unable to float horizontally, you were kicking the manta rays beneath you, and you were not responding to our instructions to float horizontally. Not only does this pose a risk to the manta rays, it puts you and our captain at risk of receiving a substantial fine. We can not allow anyone to stay in the water if they are kicking manta rays, and this is not negotiable. Regarding our address, we have a very simple link to Keauhou Harbor on Google Maps, which shows exactly where to meet us at the harbor. If anyone is unable to find us, we recommend giving us a call, and leaving a message if we don't immediately answer because we're on the phone with other guests. This review brings up a few important points: 1. To successfully do this tour, you need to be comfortable floating horizontally in the water. If you can not do this, and you are endangering the manta rays, you will be removed from the water. This is why we have a requirement of being able to swim 25 yards in the ocean. 2. If you are having equipment issues, or need help learning how to use a snorkel, we can help, but you need to be willing to take direction. 3. Our meeting point is at Keauhou Harbor, on Kaleiopapa St. in Kailua-Kona. You can find the location in your Tripadvisor ticket details, on our website, on Google, or by calling the Hawaii Oceanic office directly. Mahalo

Feng_H

Aug 2021

Absolutely amazing experience! We watched manta rays almost throughout the entire tour; there were also other fish. I have not had such an exciting experience for a long time. Outstanding!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

It's great to hear the manta ray snorkel tour was the most exciting thing you've done in a long time. Mahalo!

ROBERT_R

Aug 2021

Awesome experience! A must when you come to the big island. The captain and crew were great on educating us about the manta rays, informing us the safety precautions and having a great time!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Mahalo for the feedback, and we're glad you enjoyed the educational aspect of our tour!