This was something I have wanted to do for years and I’m so glad I finally did. This company offered a great deal on Groupon and I had to make reservations more than a week in advance, but it was worth the wait. We were the first group of the night and had to wait awhile for the crew to launch their boat at the ramp and get everything ready. They gave everyone wetsuits which I didn’t think I would need but glad I had it because the water did get chilly after floating in the water for 30 minutes. The crew was friendly and helpful. Justin educated us about the mantas as we left the dock. Getting into the water from the boat was easy. We were given ankle floats to wear so that we would easily float on the water while holding onto a platform with built in lights that attracted plankton, which attract the manta rays. Right away we saw Lexi. She circled underneath us the entire time and came within inches of my face. There were 6 of us holding the platform plus Justin describing what we were seeing. Lexi was huge and a beauty.
After 30 minutes in the water Justin swam the platform back to the boat & we were helped into the boat with a nice long ladder. 5 minutes later we were at the dock again.
I highly recommend this company for the reasonable price, the friendly and very helpful staff, and for the unforgettable experience of viewing manta rays up close. AMAZING!