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Experience the Thrill of Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii - Kailua-Kona

Experience the Thrill of Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Kailua-Konamoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should be in good physical shape with strong swimming skills and comfort in open water.

Overview

Discover one of the few places worldwide to snorkel with manta rays at night in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. This guided tour offers an intimate, thrilling encounter with these majestic creatures beneath the stars.

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of night snorkeling with majestic manta rays in Kailua-Kona, one of the few places globally to offer this adventure. With a short boat ride and a maximum of 13 guests, enjoy an intimate encounter as you float above these gentle giants, illuminated by powerful dive lights.

Highlights!

  • Lowest ticket price in the harbor!

  • Guarantee Policy: No refunds if not seen, wildlife is NOT guaranteed. Come Again Free if not seen/not satisfied! This is based on available an hour before the tour you'd like to go on again.

  • 13 guest max! Other boats 20 to 50 people.

  • 144,000 lm of dive light power! More than other boats. Which statistically the more light power you have the more manta you can accumulate. ( of course they are wild animals, so that does not always guaranteed We have most mantas but but it certainly increases our chances )

  • 3 minute boat ride to the manta ray site! Most of the boats have the 30 minute boat ride from the other Harbor, which is 1 hour round-trip.

  • We offer later tours than any other boat to give you the chance to have more Mantas, and more time with the Mantas, without all the other competitors out there, striving to see the same mantas. But we still do offer the same early tours as well

Statistic on Manta Viewing

The later at night you go the better statistically, but that is not a guarantee.

At sunset the manta site has the most boats which makes it more crowded and you have to share how ever many Manta’s their are with all the other boats.

Every hour that passes after sunset more Boats leave the site, which gives us a better opportunity to have more Mantas or more time with the mantas underneath our light board.

The number of Mantas we have every night ranges from 0 to 40 but 10 manta rays is average per night!

Tour Duration Time & Delays

About a 3 minute boat ride to the site

1 hour 20 minute tour approximately from start to finish. That is from the time you check in to the time you head back to your vehicle.

starting from the time you check in, to the time you’re taking your wetsuits off to head back to your vehicle.

Approximately 30 minute in water snorkel time

The tour duration time is NOT exact. Water time is not exact. Don't expect a set schedule on this tour.

This is a Wildlife tour and there are many variables.

( weather conditions, manta ray sightings, boat traffic at the dock, etc. )

All of this can cause delays in the tour. Which could make us run a few minutes late to an hour or even more late. This is just the nature of this specific type of tour with any operator.

Gear:

  • Pool Noodle, Mask & Snorkel included

*Prescription mask NOT available, rent from Snorkel bobs or Boss frog

-Optional clothing gear, Wetsuits are NOT necessary to get in the water or do the tour! But provide extra warmth if needed. 70 - 80° degrees all year round! About the average temperature of some swimming pools. Please inquire with the host upon your arrival.

Tour Details:

  • The Manta show is a must do for everyone, Kona being one of the only places in the world to experience the Manta Night Snorkel! These magnificent creatures range in size from 5ft wide-18ft wide and have an average wingspan between 8 & 12ft wide.

  • 3 minute boat ride to viewing site.

  • About 80 minutes total ( Approximately 30 minutes of in water snorkel time)

Terms and conditions policies

*If no manta rays seen / not satisfied come again for free! No Refunds

*Tour Delays

*Check in time changes

*We recommend to be under 275 pounds

*If you purchase tickets, you agree to the terms and conditions policies.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Check-In

Ensure you check in at least one hour before the scheduled tour to get fitted and receive a safety briefing.

Be Comfortable Swimming

This tour requires strong swimming ability and confidence in open ocean waters.

Consider Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are recommended for warmth during cooler night waters and available at check-in.

Minimize Personal Items

Only bring essential items; bags and towels are not permitted on the boat and must be stored securely.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins
  • Green Sea Turtles

History

Kailua-Kona’s waters have long been known to Native Hawaiians for manta ray sightings, tied to ancient ocean navigation and local legends.

Conservation

Tour operators strictly follow local guidelines to minimize disturbance and preserve manta feeding habitats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Mask and Snorkel

Essential

Provided free of charge to ensure you experience clear underwater views while snorkeling.

Wetsuit

Optional rental to keep warm during cool nights in the ocean.

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Flotation Belt

Essential

Helps maintain a horizontal position on the water surface for better viewing and energy conservation.

Underwater Camera

Optional rental to capture your manta ray encounter without hassle.