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    Kailua-Kona Black Water Night Dive

    Float tethered offshore in the dark Pacific and look for tiny open-ocean creatures

    4.9 stars• 490 reviews

    Duration

    2.5 hrs

    Highlights

    Explore the Kona coast on a one-tank black water night dive, venturing 2–3 miles offshore into the open Pacific. Float tethered in the darkness at around 50 feet as dive lights draw microscopic life and the small predators that follow.

    • Venture 2–3 miles offshore for a black water dive in the open Pacific
    • Float tethered at around 50 feet in the dark ocean
    • Look for zooplankton, jellyfish, squid, and other miniature open-ocean predators

    Important details

    • Advanced diving certification required
    • At least 50 logged dives required
    • Diving experience within the past 6 months required
    • Good health required; heart conditions are not permitted
    • Excellent buoyancy skills and self-reliance required
    • Conversational English required unless using a dive translator; an additional fee applies

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for bookings of 6 or fewer. Private charters require 72 hours' notice. No refunds after these deadlines.

    Product ID: DPWHBX

    FAQs

    Departures are available Sundays and Wednesdays, starting at 8:15pm.

    This dive requires at least 4 guests to operate. If the minimum is not met, you’ll be rescheduled to another time or offered a full refund.

    Wetsuit and dive gear measurements are required for this scuba dive tour.

    Meeting details

    Honokohau Small Boat Harbor

    Experience provided by Kona Ocean Adventures

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    Troy, Kate, Raj, Joe, and the rest of the crew have built a serious reputation for making people feel like family on the water. Reviewers consistently praise the team's warmth and professionalism, and it's clear the guides genuinely love what they do. First-timers and experienced divers alike feel looked after, with patient, knowledgeable instruction and a relaxed atmosphere throughout. The manta ray night snorkel is the star of the show, described by multiple guests as one of the most magical experiences of their lives. But the offerings go well beyond that, from dolphin-spotting excursions to discovery dives for kids and full scuba trips with multiple stops. The team goes the extra mile with thoughtful touches like food, drinks, GoPro footage, and warm towels after the dive. With near-perfect ratings across a large number of reviews and repeat visitors showing up regularly, this operation clearly delivers. If you're on the Big Island and looking for a water adventure, the manta ray trip alone is worth booking around.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Cannot say enough good things about our experience with Kona Ocean Adventures. We did two of their experiences: snorkeling and the manta ray observation at night. Our guide, Kate, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Our two captains, Raj and Troy, got us to our destination safely and made sure we were taken care of. After a cold night swimming, they had hot chocolate prepared for us. After snorkeling, they had a charcuterie board prepared for us as well. There were plenty of drinks available to us. They provided towels and were very attentive to our needs. I would recommend this to anyone.

    Photo of Samuel Garcia Villar

    Samuel Garcia Villar

    August 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Cannot say enough good things about our experience with Kona Ocean Adventures. We did two of their experiences: snorkeling and the manta ray observation at night. Our guide, Kate, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Our two captains, Raj and Troy, got us to our destination safely and made sure we were taken care of. After a cold night swimming, they had hot chocolate prepared for us. After snorkeling, they had a charcuterie board prepared for us as well. There were plenty of drinks available to us. They provided towels and were very attentive to our needs. I would recommend this to anyone.

    Photo of Samuel Garcia Villar

    Samuel Garcia Villar

    August 29, 2026

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