Hawaiian Adventures truly exceeds all expectations from the very beautiful and well kept boat to the highly experienced and caring crew, every minute was amazing. As a tour captain in the PNW I know first hand things can be very chaotic on the water without having to put guests into the blue, but Hawaiian adventures made it seamless. Upon arrival to the dive site I watched many other boats coming and going in what seemed like a circus like manner. People were put into the water with little instruction and no talks were given while with the mantas, thankfully that is not how Hawaiian Adventures does it. They timed our arrival at a point when most boats were leaving which was perfect. We were split into teams and each given our own very knowledgeable guides. Shout out to the guides! Andrew, Sam, Olivia, Kelsey, Jason, and Pam! All outstanding!!! Hawaiian Adventures then deployed state of the art light boards and we got into the water one by one. Our guides then towed us out to the site and the magic began. I never thought in a million years I would be staring a manta ray in the eye but I did multiple times on this trip. The mantas came right up to the board in an amazing acrobatic display, devouring planking as they swam. During the encounter guides were identifying individual mantas and even telling us about their behavior, size, and all sorts of other great facts. The time went by so fast but we spent over 40 minutes with the rays which was so beautiful from beginning to end. The guides then towed us back to the boat where we used very well built swim ladders to easily exit the water. Captain Shane gave us a hand up and then directed us towards the lovely hot water shower located on the boat to rinse off the salt ocean. We all settled in after that with a complimentary beverage and cruises back to the marina.
This experience is like nothing I have ever done before. I have driven boats with orcas, gray whales, minke whales, and humpbacks. I have climbed the Seattle space needle, and have traveled to some beautiful places but this experience will forever be high on my list of memories.
I have a fear of the ocean and like some have an unrealistic idea that sits in the back of my head when I swim that there is a shark somewhere coming for me. Swimming in the ocean at night has always seemed like a terrifying ordeal to me and something I refused. Tonight though, I was the first one in the water for my group, no shark thoughts, no fear, no uneasiness about the dark mysterious waters. Just a humbling experience spent with amazingly beautiful creatures.
I greatly recommend Hawaiian Adventures for manta swims and for all other tour needs while on the big island. They do not disappoint!
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Dec 2023
We are incredibly honored to have shared that special experience with you! Our awesome crew works hard to make everyone feel safe and comfortable, especially on our night manta snorkel! We understand that the ocean can be intimidating, and we're so glad you enjoyed the experience with Kona's mantas! Many thanks and we appreciate your fantastic review!