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    Kona Whale Watch & Manta Ray Night Snorkel

    Search for seasonal humpbacks, then snorkel Kona’s open ocean after dark for manta rays

    5.0 stars• 9.2K reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Ideal For

    18 people

    Includes

    Mask, snorkel, wetsuit

    Highlights

    Search for humpback whales before sunset, then enter Kona’s open ocean after dark to look for manta rays. Ride aboard a retired Navy SEAL boat for this seasonal January–February combination; whale and manta sightings are not guaranteed.

    • Scan the waters off Kona for seasonal humpback whales
    • Snorkel in open ocean after dark in search of manta rays
    • Ride aboard a retired Navy SEAL boat

    Itinerary

    • Check-in and equipment fitting
    • Boat Safety & Whale & Manta Briefing
    • 60 Minute Cruise spotting humpback whales
    • Snorkel for 30 minutes
    • 20-25 minute boat ride back to the harbor

    What's Included

    • Mask and snorkel
    • Wetsuit
    • Flotation waist belt
    • Life jackets for children 14 and under while underway

    Important details

    • Arrive 10–15 minutes before departure for check-in
    • Complete the digital waiver before arrival
    • Ages 5+ only; travelers under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian
    • Requires swimming 50 yards unassisted and prior ocean snorkeling experience at an intermediate level
    • Requires full mobility and the ability to board the vessel and climb a ladder unassisted
    • Requires the ability to converse in English, listen to, and follow safety directions
    • Pregnant travelers cannot participate
    • Cannot participate with shoulder problems, recurring back or neck pain, mobility-limiting injuries, cognitive impairments, or a medical condition that affects safe participation
    • Not recommended for travelers with heart conditions, high blood pressure, or severe asthma
    • Full-face masks are not permitted
    • At check-in, you may be asked to show the card used for booking and matching valid photo ID

    Cancellation Policy

    Refundable tickets receive a full refund when canceled at least 48 hours before start. Non-refundable tickets cannot be refunded. No-shows and late arrivals are not refunded or rescheduled. Full refund if the operator cancels.

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    FAQs

    Wear your swimwear and bring a towel. This is a wet boat, so sea spray is normal; bring only essentials in a small dry bag. A GoPro is optional.

    If you do not see a manta ray on the Whale Watch & Manta Ray Night Snorkel, you may join another night on a space-available standby basis. This offer does not expire, is non-transferable, and has no cash or refund value.

    Yes. The charter requires at least six participants to run.

    Meeting details

    74-381 Kealakehe Parkway Suite E, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

    Experience provided by Kona Snorkel Trips

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    Person: Refundable: Up To 48 Hours Before Trip

    $249.03

    Ages 5+ • Free Cancellation up to 48 hours Before the Start of the Trip

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    Person: Non-Refundable • All Sales are Final

    $237.66

    Ages 3+ • This Rate is NON-REFUNDABLE • All Sales are Final

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    If manta ray encounters are on your bucket list, this is the operation to book. Reviewers consistently rave about getting up close with mantas, spinner dolphins, sea turtles, and even the occasional sandbar shark. The wildlife sightings sound genuinely spectacular, not just lucky one-offs. The crew gets called out by name constantly, with guides like Tori, Adam, Ty, Amy, and Shari earning praise for being knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and great at keeping groups engaged and safe. That personal touch seems to elevate the experience well beyond a standard boat tour. With nearly perfect ratings across thousands of reviews and zero consistent complaints to speak of, the pattern here is hard to ignore. The manta ray night snorkel in particular gets described as a trip highlight by almost everyone who does it. If you're on the Big Island and on the fence, the overwhelming consensus is pretty clear: just go.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Amy, Tori, Adam, thank you for the most amazing night with manta. This is definitely the highlight of the whole trip. Highly recommended.

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    Ivy Zhang

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Amy, Tori, Adam, thank you for the most amazing night with manta. This is definitely the highlight of the whole trip. Highly recommended.

    Photo of Ivy Zhang

    Ivy Zhang

    September 2, 2026

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