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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)

Kim S

Apr 2019

We could not have asked for a better experience! We were loaded onto our boat by a friendly crew. They seemed to know exactly where to park in an often crowded hot spot for manta sightings that enabled us to easily and safely snorkel while we waited for the sun to set. One it was dark we were guided to a light-up board and pulled out to a spot in the open water while we waited for the plankton to build up. Before we knew it the mantas arrived. It was incredible to see these large, gentle creatures swim and roll through the water in search of plankton. Our guides made sure we were in the right spot at all times. The mantas light up under the board creating a beautiful scene. I highly recommend this trip with this provider. We had 8-15 year olds and adults - enjoyed easily by all!

Stephenmuir2121

Apr 2019

This tour was first class very professional, and crew was very knowledgeable on the whole area, as well as what to expect when seeing the Mantas, They took the extra time to get to the area early so you could go snorkeling to see fish as well as the amazing sunset... Chad was very good in the water, with helping and guiding people. Seeing the Mantas is a must do... they are so graceful and non threatening a definite trip highlight of our entire trip. The tour group, with Hawaii Oceanic is for sure 5 stars Stephen and Genene BC Canada

philpfi

Apr 2019

We really enjoyed this experience. The team were great and fun and overall this is a great trip. It's a shame we didn't see any Manta Rays that day but that is just the way it is when you are dealing with nature. The company offers a guarantee so we can always come back for free if we are ever again in Hawaii.