Manta Ray Night Snorkel: Witness Gentle Sea Giants in Kona
4.8
737 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!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Manta Adventures Inc. - Experience a relaxing sunset cruise along the Kona coast aboard our brand new vessel, the Maheli-Heli, as we journey to the renowned Manta Ray Village. The Travel Channel hails it as “one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.” We couldn’t agree more, and there’s no better place to book this adventure than with Manta…
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What's Included
  • Light snack, juice, and water provided
  • Warm fresh water shower available
  • Snorkel gear, fins, mask, flotation devices, and wet suits included
  • Accommodations for special needs upon request
  • Dedicated to making your trip special and memorable
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

In Kona, our guests are afforded the unique opportunity of participating in a Manta Night Snorkel. The buildup of plankton near the coast facilitates an extraordinary Night Manta Snorkel display that you can witness firsthand. We approach all our tours, including the Manta Night Snorkel, with respect, ensuring we don’t disrupt these peaceful giants in…

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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 4:00PM EFFECTIVE 9/15/22.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(737 Ratings)
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W6650fcdeans
Oct 29, 2024
Thank you Manta Ray Snorkel for a magical experience! - Originally we went in July 2023 and the crew was great, but no rays showed up. They told us to let them know if we come back and we could go again, no charge because they want us to have a great experience. They were good to their word and happily took us out again. This time we saw over a dozen rays! They came close enough to rub up against us. It was an amazing bucket list experience! I have, and will continue to recommend them. Please don’t forget to tip the crew, they work extremely hard and truly do care.
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Christief667
Oct 23, 2024
#1 Manta Snorkeling experience - Captain Bill is the Best! Chad and Kate were great crew hands. The manta ray experience was out of this world! Highly recommend this trip; a little more $ but longer in the water.
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Martene_m
Oct 11, 2024
So wonderful! - This excursion was one of the most awesome things I've ever done! It is not to be missed. I think this company, Manta Adventures, was the best choice I could have made, for many reasons. I was looking for a company that would even allow me to participate, as I am not a skilled swimmer. Most companies will not allow that. Manta Adventures was very good at providing me with a floatation device and making sure I got to my spot on the board safely. I wasn't nervous at all. That's the thing - they are all about safety, both for the participants and for the mantas. A couple of previous reviews stated the captain was not friendly enough. Well yes, he was stern and emphatic about following the rules, but I believe he had to be, to make sure we all were safe and the mantas were not harmed. He and his crew were great - very fun to spend the evening with! I also believe this company has the best boat out there, and the best lights on their boards. All of that makes a big difference! I loved that we got a warm rinse off after the snorkel, and the homemade cookies were so good! Our tour left the harbor earlier than any other boats, which meant our captain could get a prime location (there are many, many boats out there each night). This meant we had a little time to snorkel before we went out to see the manta rays. Manta Adventures only does one trip a night, so you get a longer trip, unhurried, and very organized. There were about 22 people on our boat, and there was plenty of room. I know there are less expensive options out there, but there are definite advantages to this company and they are well worth their fee. I highly recommend them!
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Venture758886
Oct 11, 2024
Manta Adventures is the best! - This excursion was one of the most awesome things I've ever done! It is not to be missed. I think this company, Manta Adventures, was the best choice I could have made, for many reasons. I was looking for a company that would even allow me to participate, as I am not a skilled swimmer. Most companies will not allow that. Manta Adventures was very good at providing me with a floatation device and making sure I got to my spot on the board safely. I wasn't nervous at all. That's the thing - they are all about safety, both for the participants and for the mantas. A couple of previous reviews stated the captain was not friendly enough. Well yes, he was stern and emphatic about following the rules, but I believe he had to be, to make sure we all were safe and the mantas were not harmed. He and his crew were great - very fun to spend the evening with! I also believe this company has the best boat out there, and the best lights on their boards. All of that makes a big difference! I loved that we got a warm rinse off after the snorkel, and the homemade cookies were so good! Our tour left the harbor earlier than any other boats, which meant our captain could get a prime location (there are many, many boats out there each night). This meant we had a little time to snorkel before we went out to see the manta rays. Manta Adventures only does one trip a night, so you get a longer trip, unhurried, and very organized. There were about 22 people on our boat, and there was plenty of room. I know there are less expensive options out there, but there are definite advantages to this company and they are well worth their fee. I highly recommend them!
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X9140bchenrym
Oct 10, 2024
Henry Mahem - What an Epic event!!! No person should ever die without experiencing this surreal event. Some of the most beautiful creatures in the world were practically snuggling with me and the beautiful Hawaiian waters. Captain Billy is Cool, com, and in control, and both say 100% survival rate and not all companies can say that. The deckhands were very kind, helpful, and charismatic. If you leave the island of Kona without experiencing Captain Billy‘s manta tour, then you seriously dropped the ball.
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302breanap
Oct 2, 2024
Just book the tour! - Captain bill and Chad were awesome!! Loved the small intimate your atmosphere. We ended up getting to see about 40 manta rays, super cool! Loved this tour highly recommend
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Rondal125
Sep 21, 2024
Life changing - No, this is one of the most awesome things our family has ever done! Shout out to Captain Bill, Kainan and especially Chad for making this A fun and most importantly, safe experience! Truly was life-changing!
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H778ubshannonl
Sep 12, 2024
The best experience EVER !!!!!!!! - The best crew and the best expirence ever!! Perfect ending to a family trip. Knowledgeable, fun and big on safety staff and captain. We will be going out with them again. Seen alot of manta rays.
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Williamag1131yu
Sep 3, 2024
Fantastic experience - The best! The captain and crew exceeded our expectations. With only one trip per evening, we had extra time with the Mantas. We highly recommend!
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Y4295mklaurac
Aug 14, 2024
Awesome--you will get cold! - The best part about this tour in particular is that the captain gets there early and is right there when you are in the water with the mantas. This is essential if you need to get out of the water for any reason. What no one says in any of the reviews is how cold you get just laying there. My very tiny 11 year old had to get out half way through. She was so cold she couldn't zip up her fleece. The captain and crew were amazing about letting her out early. Bring warm clothes for when you get out of the water. Also, Chad (crew) is fabulous--full of energy and information!
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