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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

4.8(761)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 761 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Sea Paradise
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

About this activity

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona

• Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available

• Owner Richard Kersten pioneered the large-vessel manta ray snorkel format

• Named resident manta rays: Lefty (1979), Big Bertha (1991), Obama Ray, Koie Ray & more

• 450+ individually identified manta rays on the Kona Coast — MPRF partner

What's included

  • ✓in-water crew guide
  • ✓Filtered Water
  • ✓Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, the custom Manta Flotation Device, crew-operated underwater lights
  • ✓Varied Juices
  • ✓Two tour times to chose from based on availability
  • ✓Hot cocoa and chocolates,

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated
  • ✕Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours
  • ✕Hotel pick-up and drop off

Meeting and pickup

  • Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 15 minutes before departure. Departs at sunset (varies by season).

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Snorkeling Ages: minimum participant age is 6yrs. old and up with experienced swimming/snorkeling skills
  • Non-swimmers may not enter the water
  • Neck lanyards for phones not allowed
  • Shark bands not allowed
  • Flash must be turned off on cameras
  • Though no one under age 6 is permitted to snorkel on this tour, children ages 4-5 are permitted as ride-along guests only.
  • All snorkelers must know how to swim
  • Manta ray tours require experienced snorkelers.
  • The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind.
  • Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.

Cancellation policy

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

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