Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Use of Wetsuit Tops
- Manta Guarantee- Free return voucher if no mantas are seen
- Snorkeling equipment
- Professional Guide
- Please bring towels and reusable water bottles
- We do not provide prescription snorkel masks, please bring your own or rent one in advance
- Gratuities for captain and crew
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Location
74-380 Kealakehe Parkway
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (13)
Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
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Activity code: C-5534074P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage.
Jan 2022Yes, this is possible, as long as you are comfortable going into the water. All Cool Hawaii snorkeling tours adhere to strict safety regulations and have been designed to be enjoyed by all.
Your safety is our #1 priority, which is why:
- You will be wearing a flotation device at all times.
- On many tours, there is a stairway from the boat into the water so you won’t have to “jump” in!
- There are trained staff in the water and watching from the boat at all times.
For these reasons, we believe that even non-swimmers can have a wonderful time on our snorkeling trips, however, the final judgment call is yours to make. Please note we do not give refunds if you decide not to snorkel on the trip.
Oct 2021The snorkel gear we use on Cool Hawaii tours is high quality and for your protection, the equipment is sanitized after each use. However, if you feel more comfortable using your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it on the tour. Please note, there is no discount for providing your own equipment and we can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
May 2023First-time snorkelers can be assured of one-on-one instruction and assistance. We find introducing folks to our world very rewarding!
Oct 2021There are no legal age limits for snorkeling. We have found that age 5 or 6 is a good age to learn the basics of snorkeling, however, it’s entirely up to individuals to make the best choice for their family.
Sep 2021If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- Use of Wetsuit Tops.
- Manta Guarantee- Free return voucher if no mantas are seen.
- Snorkeling equipment.
- Professional Guide.
- Please bring towels and reusable water bottles.
- We do not provide prescription snorkel masks, please bring your own or rent one in advance.
- Gratuities for captain and crew.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Use of Wetsuit Tops
- Manta Guarantee- Free return voucher if no mantas are seen
- Snorkeling equipment
- Professional Guide
- Please bring towels and reusable water bottles
- We do not provide prescription snorkel masks, please bring your own or rent one in advance
- Gratuities for captain and crew
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
