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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

Thu 26 Sep

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Starting at $125.00

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Thu 26 Sep

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)

David P

May 2019

We had a really great time and saw some amazing manta rays up close and insanely personal!! We were one of the only tour groups out there that saw the mantas that night because of our intimate group size and high experience of our guides. The guides are really professional and fun and have great equipment for this. Highly recommend!

jhayes227

Apr 2019

Went out for the 730p Manta trip with 5 adults and 4 kids this past wednesday. Phenomenal trip, professional experience and the pictures and video we got were awesome. Couldn't ask for a better experience. And the smaller boat is definitely the way to go.

4jau

Apr 2019

Our group of 4 adventuresome and well travelled ladies had the time of our lives. I’m sure the 7:30 pm trip is just as magical, but I suggest the 4:30pm because you get to do additional snorkeling and see the gorgeous Hawaiian sunset. We even saw a rainbow! Dylan and the entire staff are consummate professionals and you would think that each has a degree in marine biology, which they indeed may have. No doubt they love their job and that makes it even more fun and exciting! It is also important to note that they have a boat that only takes 12 rather than hordes of people. That way, you have a more intimate experience with the majestic, amazing, magnificent mantas. I can’t wait to go back with my husband and children!