Adventure Brief
Join the waitlist for an unforgettable nighttime Manta Snorkel adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Swim with majestic manta rays and secure your spot when availability opens up!
2–3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Join the waitlist for an unforgettable nighttime Manta Snorkel adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Swim with majestic manta rays and secure your spot when availability opens up!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals with basic swimming skills and comfortable in open water at night.
Wildlife
History
Kailua-Kona is historically significant as a fishing and trade hub for native Hawaiians and later a center for early explorers.
Conservation
Kona Snorkel Trips follows strict eco-friendly guidelines to protect manta ray habitats and minimize human impact.
Kona Snorkel Trips
Join the waitlist for an unforgettable nighttime Manta Snorkel adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Swim with majestic manta rays and secure your spot when availability opens up!
Kona Snorkel Trips is a Kailua-Kona, Hawaii outfitter specializing in guided marine wildlife and snorkeling experiences. They operate a range of small-boat excursions focused on whale watching, daytime reef snorkeling, and night manta ray encounters. Signature offerings include two-hour Whale Watch cruises aboard the speedy boat Orca, snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay near the Captain Cook Monument, exclusive boat-access snorkeling at Pawai Bay, dedicated Night Manta Ray Snorkel tours, and a limited COMBO: Whale Watch & Manta Ray Night Snorkel. Kona Snorkel Trips also maintains a MANTA WAITLIST registration for customers seeking openings on sold-out manta outings; waitlisted guests are notified and charged only if space becomes available.
Guides provide on-water navigation, snorkeling set-up, and local natural history interpretation to support safe, informative encounters with endemic fish, coral reefs, dolphins, humpback whales, and manta rays. Tours emphasize small-group access to less-crowded snorkeling sites such as Pawai Bay and Kealakekua Bay’s protected reef systems. Night manta snorkeling uses underwater lights to observe manta rays as they feed.
Booking policies for waitlist items are clearly stated, and customers are charged upon confirmed availability. All trips launch from Kailua-Kona, offering convenient access for visitors staying on the Kona coast. Kona Snorkel Trips’ combination tours and specialized itineraries cater to travelers seeking wildlife-focused excursions, from sunset whale watching to guided nocturnal manta experiences. The business is positioned as a practical choice for travelers wanting guided, boat-based marine wildlife encounters in the Kona, Hawaii area. Reservations and waitlist sign-ups are available online and by phone directly.
Location
Kailua-Kona, HI
Based on the Kona coast
Tours Offered
6 Tours
Range of snorkel and wildlife trips
Launch Point
Kailua-Kona
Trips depart from the Kona coast
Waitlist
MANTA WAITLIST
Join for sold-out manta openings
Choose a day snorkel, join the MANTA WAITLIST, or book the Whale Watch + Manta combo for two unique wildlife encounters.
Confirm Your Spot Promptly
If you’re notified about availability, act quickly to secure your booking and avoid losing your spot.
Practice Nighttime Snorkeling Safety
Use underwater flashlights responsibly to avoid disturbing the manta rays and to ensure clear visibility.
Stay Calm in the Water
Manta rays are gentle, but sudden movements can startle them—keep slow, smooth motions during your snorkel.
Bring a Waterproof Camera
Capture your encounter, but avoid flash photography as it can disrupt the marine environment.
Mask and Snorkel
Ensures clear underwater vision and easy breathing during the snorkel.
Neoprene Vest or Wetsuit Top
Provides warmth in cooler water temperatures during winter months.
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Underwater Flashlight
Essential for illuminating manta rays without disturbing their natural behavior.
Waterproof Camera
Capture memorable moments without compromising the environment.