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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

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $125.00

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Sun 22 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)

bruntem

Feb 2018

The captain and crew are knowledgeable, capable and fun to be around. The trip to the manta site was long and rough seas the day we went. It was chilly after the dive, so bring enough clothing for outbound and return. The swim is easy and gets remarkably crowded after dark when the mantas come to feed on the plankton. The creatures are truly amazing.

Jaclyn B

Feb 2018

This night snorkel experience with Manta rays was simply amazing! Seeing them so close was so exciting as they literally swim up right underneath you and they almost touch you. Of all the things we did on our vacation to Kona this was my absolute favorite and I will do it again next time I visit the Big Island! Thank you Hawaii Oceanic!

Yasaman P

Feb 2018

This was a huge highlight of our trip. This company did an amazing job making us feel safe and comfortable and well looked after. The Rays were magical. We got to see them up close which is pretty much a guarantee with the way the tour is set up. I 100% recommend this company and this tour specifically. Hawaii Oceanic operates with sustainability in mind. You can tell they love and respect the ocean and all the animals within it. Truly an unforgettable experience. Captain Jason and Dylan were amazing!!!!