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Manta Ray Night Snorkel: Witness Gentle Sea Giants in Kona
4.8
788 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Experience the exhilarating Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona. Witness gentle sea giants in their natural habitat and be part of a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Book now!
Experience the exhilarating Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona. Witness gentle sea giants in their natural habitat and be part of a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Manta Adventures Inc. - Experience a delightful sunset cruise along the Kona coast aboard our brand new vessel, the Maheli-Heli, as we journey to the renowned Garden Eel Cove. The Travel Channel describes it as “one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.” We completely agree, and there’s no better place to book this adventure than with…
- Manta Adventures Inc. - Experience a delightful sunset cruise along the Kona coast aboard our brand new vessel, the Maheli-Heli, as we journey to the renowned Garden Eel Cove. The Travel Channel describes it as “one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.” We completely agree, and there’s no better place to book this adventure than with Manta Adventures. This once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits you and your loved ones. Aloha!
Included:
- Light Snack and Water
- Snorkel Gear, Fins, Mask
- Floatation Devices
- Wet Suits
- Fresh Water Warm Shower Rinse!
Special Note: When making your reservation, please mention any additional special needs you may have. We aim to accommodate you to make your trip special and memorable. Aloha!
Things To Bring:
- BRING A TOWEL!
- Swimwear, cover-up, light jacket or sweater
- Special snacks or drinks
- Underwater Camera / GO PRO
- Gratuity is not included in the tour price, but tips are greatly appreciated.
About the Boat:
- New 2016 custom build!
- Boat cabin – items stay safe and dry
- Head (toilet) with sink
- Smooth, comfortable ride
- Easy entry/exit from the water – no transom to climb over
- Heavy-duty ladder with 4 submerged steps – easy to get on the boat
- Eco-friendly engines
What's Included
- Light snack
- Water
- Warm fresh water shower
- Large boat with bathroom (head)
- Light snack
- Water
- Warm fresh water shower
- Large boat with bathroom (head)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Discover the Magic: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Set off on an unforgettable journey with an exhilarating night snorkel alongside majestic manta rays near the Kona coast. As the sun sets, enjoy a scenic cruise along the coastline, taking in a stunning sunset.
Upon arrival, all necessary equipment will be provided, including a wetsuit, snorkel, mask, and…
Discover the Magic: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Set off on an unforgettable journey with an exhilarating night snorkel alongside majestic manta rays near the Kona coast. As the sun sets, enjoy a scenic cruise along the coastline, taking in a stunning sunset.
Upon arrival, all necessary equipment will be provided, including a wetsuit, snorkel, mask, and fins. With guidance from our skilled crew, gently enter the warm waters.
Experience the wonder as these gentle giants elegantly swim through the illuminated waters, with bioluminescent plankton creating a captivating display. Our knowledgeable guides will ensure your safety and share fascinating insights into the behavior of these remarkable creatures.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- All participants are required to fill out and sign an in water snorkel waiver.
Location
Manta Adventures Inc.
Kealakehe Parkway
Manta Adventures slip number is G-2 and in the far the south side corner of the harbor.
Please park in the available ample parking lot and make your way to your adventure. If you are running late for some unforeseen reason please call us. CHECK IN IS 4:15 PM HST, with departure promptly at 4:30 PM
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(788 Ratings)
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Jeremiah_f
Apr 12, 2026
Cancellation due to weather. Refund was prompt - Trip was cancelled due to weather. Refund was prompt (3 days) through Viator site.
Can't speak to the Manta ray swim.
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Debra_k
Apr 7, 2026
Definitely a repeat excursion - It was fun, but you should be a fairly strong swimmer. The crew was exceptional helped everyone safely and efficiently.
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Kkingo
Apr 4, 2026
AMAZING, BEYOND EXPECTATIONS! - Such a unique, memorable experience for our family. This blew all our expectations out of the water. Definitely book the earlier trip if you have a family. One thing I didn't realize was you get some free snorkeling time in the ocean before the mantra ray experience so that was so fun and awesome for the kids.
The manta experience was incredible! We thought we'd be watching the rays from 20-30 feet above...NOPE. They are close and in your space.
The guides were all amazing - so helpful, calming and incredible with our 10 and 8yr old. Their explanations and guidance made the experience much more fun, educational and relaxing. I completely forgot my underwater camera so don't forget to bring!
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793lacyv
Apr 4, 2026
Just get in the boat! - An awe-inspiring experience with the most majestic creatures! And the Captain and crew Karen and CJ were informative and fun. They really have the best jobs. They made you feel like family! Even gave great dinner suggestions for after. Mahalo! We hope to see you again.. (Johnson party 3)
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Sarah_e
Apr 1, 2026
Excellent choice for manta snorkel - This is a fantastic operator. I have done a few Manta snorkels and dives and this was the best outfit I’ve used. First they only do one group a night so you take your time, leaving early to see sunset and do a snorkel in the daylight - excellent reef and fish there which you don’t appreciate if you go in the dark only. Other outfits do multiple groups a night and you feel rushed in and out. Second the crew (Karen, Libby and Corey) were genuinely nice people, thoughtful, knowledgeable, invested in making sure it was a fun (and safe) experience for everyone. Most operators are thoughtful about protecting the coral and mantas, but this outfit seemed to take extra care in that regard, which I appreciated. Last, I really liked their boat. It had a semi enclosed cabin which helped block wind and keep warm on the return. Other outfits use zodiacs which get freezing and uncomfortable to finish the night. Our kids also loved riding up front in the boat. The only thing which would have been nice would have been more food offered. There was pineapple available but we were all starving on the return and the pineapple was long gone. I would only suggest bringing a few granola bars or other snacks to eat post snorkel. Overall only a very minor complaint on otherwise a fantastic night. Don’t hesitate in booking this tour!
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Christie_b
Apr 1, 2026
Passion matters the most! - Libby, Karen and Corey great job!
The moonrise and the sunset cooperated, in a big way. sadly until the very end the mantas did not.
This crew was supportive of each other (Libby’s last night of training) attentive of all guest needs, and knowledgeable and passionate about sea life. It was a great night. Great job crew! Hopefully your moms will see this and allow this to serve as proof of life!
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John_m
Mar 28, 2026
Manta Magic - Be sure to bring a waterproof camera so that you can capture and share your Magical Manta experience!!
Karen, Libby and Capt. Corey were top notch all the way 🙏🏽🤙🏽
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531kendalll
Mar 8, 2026
Add this to your list! - Amazing experience! Great crew & Captain.
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Kristenks426qj
Mar 5, 2026
Amazing experience in the ocean - Wow! Amazing trip. I heard this was the best thing to do on the island and I was not disappointed! The crew was lovely, hospitable and knowledgeable. Karen taught us so much about mantas! Like did you jnow theyre the most intelligeny fish and that they give live birth to one baby!? Like us!
The boat is very clean and tidy and seemed seaworthy (although I'm no expert) we did see a few where people seemed crammed on. We also got a LOT more time in the water than we saw some other boats give.
We left early, which the captain said would leave us time to go see a whale or a little snorkel before sunset. No whales on this day(darn!!) But we did a little pre-manta snorkel. Which all told I'm really happy about. I'm from he Midwest and I have to admit, a little intimidated by the ocean. So this gave me time to get accustomed to the equipment and being in the water. All the crew are certified life guards. I felt very safe with Michael in the water! He like a fish!
I highly recommend this trip and this company! 5 🌟 s!
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Valerie
Feb 18, 2026
Worth every dollar spent on this trip - The guides Karen and DJ were awesome. They prepared by teaching us a ton about mantas, safety and the area in general. They were so accommodating for adults and kids. The experience in the water snorkeling and watching these amazing creatures was about 40 minutes. We saw so many mantas close-up. It was not a quick in and out. We had plenty of time to watch the beautiful and fascinating mantas. There was flexibility as a few people wanted to go back on the boat early and they were accommodated. Truly anyone with no experience snorkeling or those who are not strong swimmers can take this trip. Just remember “do not touch the mantas.” It can harm them greatly. Karen even emailed GoPro footage to us the next day‼️.
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