Manta Ray Snorkel: Kona Coast Night Adventure

Experience the breathtaking beauty of manta rays on the Kona Coast of Hawaii. Snorkel with these extraordinary creatures as they feed on plankton under underwater lights. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkel gear.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 74 Kealakehe Pkwy - approximately a 2-hour journey. Accommodates up to 16 passengers on a 32ft Zodiac. Captain Kris Henry, a highly skilled professional with extensive experience, will be at the helm. Check-in is at Honokohau Harbor, where wetsuits, snorkel gear, and flotation devices are provided. Our company does not charge for wetsuits….
What's Included
  • Wet Suits
  • Snacks
  • Snorkel Gear, Flotation Devices
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Towel and Warm clothes such as sweater or windbreaker.
Additional Information

The Kona Coast in Hawaii is renowned globally as the prime location for observing manta rays post-sunset. On this approximately two-hour snorkeling excursion, accompanied by an informed guide, you’ll witness these remarkable beings feasting on abundant plankton drawn by the glow of subaquatic lights. Boasting wingspans that can extend over 20 feet (6…

Location
74 Kealakehe Pkwy
Kealakehe Parkway
NORTH SIDE OF HONOKOHAU HARBOR AT BATHROOMS / PAVILLION MANTA BOAT DIRECTIONS
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sarah_t
Aug 9, 2025
Up close with the mantas - Great experience! I knew we would see the mantas up close but didn’t expect they’d barrel roll right under us! Capt Kris and his assistant were awesome, lots of info, very helpful and reassuring to the other group members who were less confident in the water. Highly recommend!
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Shammi_g
Aug 9, 2025
Great trip with Captain Kris! - Great trip for a family with 2 teens! Not a strong swimmer and felt totally fine. Had options for life jackets and wetsuits if you needed. Loved the small ship experience!
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Katherine_r
Aug 8, 2025
Exactly as described.... - Exactly as described. Tour guides were amazing, very relaxed and we did see about 9-10 manta rays. It was a beautiful night.
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Lanika_m
Aug 7, 2025
Amazing time! - What a cool experience and great crew Captain Chris and Leio (sp?) were amazing!! My family of 6 had a once in a lifetime experience on a beautiful evening. Thank you!!
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808kristenz
Aug 6, 2025
Unforgettable experience - If you do nothing else on the beautiful big island, you can’t miss this experience. Captain Chris and AJ were incredibly knowledgeable, low key, and friendly. The boat holds 20 people tops, which makes for a more intimate (and in my mind more pleasant) experience than some of the larger boats. AJ was truly the manta whisperer. We saw so many more manta rays than the last time I went on a larger boat in 2019. I was truly awed by these gentle giants. You can’t do this anywhere else in the world. Absolutely incredible!
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Jonathan_g
Jul 29, 2025
Great time - Great small group riding the zodiac boat to the spot was and added plus and so much fun and seeing the Manta rays was amazing!Kris and his crew were great
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Erica_l
Jul 26, 2025
You should book this! - Highly recommend this experience with Chris & Ryan! They are the Manta Whisperers. Very professional, attentive and provided a fun experience. You won’t regret going, seeing these magnificent creatures up close and personal..
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493francinem
Jul 26, 2025
Amazing - Unforgettable experience! The manta rays were amazing!!! Having a small group really made it even better. Captain Kris and his guide were great!
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Heather_j
Jul 25, 2025
Manta snorkel tour - My daughter and I loved this small group chill tour. It was an adventure of a lifetime. We saw so many mantas close up. Captain Chris and Ryan were fantastic tour guides. I would highly recommend and would do again! Support this small local business!
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Minerva_a
Jul 25, 2025
Affordable , Alert, and Amazing. - So let me skip all the details and just say , most boats have multiple times you can choose from bc they do multiple days. On this boat we got to take our TIME and truly enjoy the experience because they only do ONE trip a day. You get to cruise and watch the sunset from the ocean while getting to know your fellow passengers and taking in the view. Aside from the the safety talk and knowledge, some people say fib every now and again. Which we had a guy fib about knowing to swim , completely panicked once he jumped into the ocean and our captain (mind you there is one captain in water with you and one captain on boat at all times.) swam to him in a matter of seconds and saved this man from drowning. Didn't stop the excursion bc there was no injuries thankfully. Not only was this an amazing experience , he also shoots every trip on his GoPro. You wouldn't even have to worry about risking your phone! By the time we wrapped up we were the LAST BOAT in the water. There was SO MANY manta rays.. all to ourselves. So if you like controlled , safe , affordable and good vibes this is your trip.
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From $139
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).