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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

Wed 02 Oct

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Starting at $125.00

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Wed 02 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)

Natalie_L

Jul 2021

The underwater ballet by these beautiful sea creatures is a site to be seen!! Simply marvelous, would go again in a heartbeat! 😍

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Mahalo for your feedback, and we're glad you enjoyed the show! It often feels as though the manta ray fly-bys and barrel rolls are straight out of a choreographed routine from a nighttime ballet, but even better, it's nature at its finest.

Victor_T

Jul 2021

Able to get a close up view of the giant manta rays, literally eye to eye. Great experience. Would definitely book again.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Mahalo for your review. Getting within inches of wild, giant manta rays is an incredible experience, and we're glad you enjoyed the crew and company too.

John_G

Jul 2021

Such an amazing, and unique experience. There was never a dull moment, and everyone in our group left feeling like we got our moneys worth and then a lot more. Highly recommend going through Manta Magic, and already plan on doing this again next time we are on the island.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Aloha, and thank you for the kind review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!