Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience

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About this activity

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take you up close to Kona’s incredible manta rays—without the big crowds.

Our Night Manta Snorkel is designed to be personal, relaxed, and unforgettable. With just 12 guests max, you’ll enjoy plenty of space, personalized attention, and unbeatable front-row views of the manta action.

Once in the water, you’ll float effortlessly on the surface for 30–40 minutes while holding onto our custom light board. Its powerful lights attract plankton, which in turn draws the mantas in close. Before long, you’ll be watching these graceful giants glide and loop below you—an encounter you’ll never forget.

Requirements: To join, you must be comfortable in the water and able to float on the surface with the assistance of a waist flotation device. You don’t need to be an expert swimmer, but you should feel confident using a mask and snorkel.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Ocean Eco Tours

Ages: Adults (5–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Use of Wetsuit Tops
Included: Manta Guarantee- Free return voucher if no mantas are seen
Included: Snorkeling equipment
Included: Professional Guide

Not included

Not included: Please bring towels and reusable water bottles
Not included: We do not provide prescription snorkel masks, please bring your own or rent one in advance
Not included: Gratuities for captain and crew
Not included: Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

Experience Kona’s famous Night Manta Ray Snorkel on a small-group tour designed for a more personalized adventure. Meet us at Honokohau Harbor where we’ll get you fitted with wetsuit tops and flotation belts before setting off to the manta site. Enjoy a beautiful sunset from the boat along the way as we cruise the Kona Coast. Once we arrive, our friendly crew will share fascinating facts about Kona’s manta rays and guide you into the water. You’ll float comfortably on the surface while holding onto a custom light board, which attracts plankton and in turn brings the manta rays right below you. Spend approximately 30 minutes in the water watching these gentle giants feed and glide beneath you. Manta sightings are extremely consistent year-round, but as these are wild animals, in the rare chance no mantas are seen, we provide a complimentary return voucher so you can join us again.

Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your departure time. We will meet at the pavilion near the restroom on the north side of the harbor. Look for the building with the brown roof located between the two boat ramps.

End point

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your departure time. We will meet at the pavilion near the restroom on the north side of the harbor. Look for the building with the brown roof located between the two boat ramps.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guests must be comfortable in the water and have swimming experience.
Guests are required to independently climb the boat ladder to reboard the vessel.
This tour is not suitable for non-swimmers, guests with limited mobility, or those with back, heart, or other medical conditions that may affect participation.
This tour is not recommended for guests over 70 years old or weighing more than 275 lbs.