Manta Ray Dive Charter in Kona
Explore Kona's reef at dusk on a two-tank night dive
Duration
5 hrs
Includes
Tanks, weights, dive light
Highlights
Experience Kona's reef as daylight fades, then enter the water again for a manta-focused night dive. Watch for nocturnal marine life and manta rays feeding on zooplankton, though wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
- Discover eels, crustaceans, and other reef life after dark
- Watch for manta rays at the underwater "campfire" site
- Learn about Big Island manta rays between dives
- Dive in a small group with guided support
- Bring handheld cameras for underwater photos
Itinerary
- Departure from Honokohau Marina for two-tank Manta dive
- Dive the manta site in the daylight
- Debrief, have a small meal, & watch the sunset
- Watch manta briefing and do the manta dive
- Debrief & return to the harbor
What's Included
- Snacks
- Sandwich
- Water
- Tanks with free nitrox
- Weights
- Dive light
Important details
- Ages 10+ only
- Requires Open Water certification or higher and proof of certification before boarding
- Requires a dive within the past 2 years
- Requires good health with no heart conditions
- Not suitable for pregnancy or neck or back injuries
- Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; ages 10–11 also require a private guide
- Requires English conversation skills and comfort diving in a guided group without extra assistance
- Do not fly or travel above 2,000 feet for 18 hours after the charter
- Use only mineral sunscreen aboard
- Arrange your own transportation to the marina
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before your trip. Cancellations within 72 hours are nonrefundable. Arrive on time; no refunds for arrivals more than 15 minutes late or no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels, including due to weather or ocean conditions.
Product ID: BKJ3Y3
FAQs
Yes. Bring proof of open water certification or higher (a physical card or e-card). If you can’t provide proof before boarding, you won’t be allowed to dive and you won’t receive a refund.
You must have dived within the last 2 years. If it’s been more than 2 years, you must take a refresher; more than 5 years requires a PADI ReActivate; more than 10 years requires you to take the open water course again.
You can join if you’re age 10+. Divers ages 12–17 must dive with a parent or guardian. Junior Open Water divers ages 10–11 require a private guide.
Meeting details
Honu One Boat Slip, 352-429 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
