The manta rays showed up for us just as we were getting ready to get in the water - and the show was just amazing! These big animals really do swim inches from your face, and they are going faster than I thought they would be going. Really lucky, I guess, as of course, when you're dealing with Mother Nature this isn't always the case. That fact aside, everything about the operation was very professional and went without a hitch. They obviously know what they are doing, and do their best to provide a great experience. I have over 20 years of experience in the marine tourism industry in another part of the world, so I know a bit about what is involved in taking people out on the water. And, without disparaging any of the other operators, looking around, I was glad we chose Manta Adventures - to me, the boat just seemed the best suited one in the fleet - it was safe, comfortable, and the hot shower after the swim was awesome. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this experience or this company to anyone.