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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

Mon 14 Oct

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Starting at $125.00

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Mon 14 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)

S9302NJmicheller

Aug 2022

My husband and I came on our honeymoon and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. This particular company did an amazing job! They were very respectful, kind, informative about the manta rays/ocean life and ensured everyone was doing okay throughout our experience. We saw 14 manta rays at one point! They got so close they even grazed us. The little stuff…wore bathing suits there and we took towels on board with our keys for a provided dry box. They take your shoes in put them on a bin to keep safe. We wore the provided wet suits. Gave you clean snorkel gear and added defogger. They gave you floaties for your ankles to keep your legs up while you lay on your belly so you don’t kick/injure any manta rays. They are super easy to swim with on and actually helped me because I was nervous. 5 min boat ride out and back. Only thing to consider is if you get motion sickness because other companies bring their boats to the same area and it gets choppy here and there. Other companies do the same tour, but in all honesty just book this one. Stop looking. You won’t regret it! Great job to Manta Magic by Hawaii Oceanic!!

KAlohagirl

Aug 2022

Manta Magic was fantastic! What an unbelievable night we had getting to see these magnificent creatures! Everything about this experience was spectacular. Not only was it great swimming with the incredible manta rays but the crew was terrific as well; kind, friendly, informative, professional and helpful. I would highly recommend this once in a lifetime experience to everyone and to use Manta Magic. During the rest of our vacation, we shared our manta encounter with so many other tourists and told them they had to do it, We couldn't contain our excitement. We've heard from friends and family who didn't have as great of luck as we did but I believe this location with Manta Magic is better since the boat ride out is only 5 minutes vs 20-30 minutes at other locations in Kona. The water is also shallower so better chances of seeing the rays. Just do it!

Coleen_P

Aug 2022

What an experience! Quite a few Mantas last night! The show, more like a dance was just stunning. These creatures are majestic and graceful all at the same time! I would recommend this to everyone! Thank you!