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    Dive Makako Bay 2-Tank Manta Ray Night Charter

    Do two dives at Makako Bay, including a manta ray night dive with small groups

    5.0 stars• 546 reviews
    From$262/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    Approximately 5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 5 people

    Includes

    Tanks, weights, dive lights

    Highlights

    Head out to Makako Bay (Garden Eel Cove) for a two-tank charter that pairs a late afternoon dive with a guided manta ray night dive using bright lights to attract plankton. You dive in small groups with up to 5 divers per divemaster.

    • Check in for a departure about 2.5 hours before sunset
    • Dive Makako Bay on a late afternoon reef dive before dark
    • Learn about manta ray behavior during the surface interval briefing
    • Return to the water after dark for the manta ray night dive
    • Follow your crew on an exploratory night reef dive if mantas do not appear

    What's Included

    • Air tanks
    • Dive weights
    • Dive lights
    • Defog
    • Use of masks, snorkels, and full-foot fins
    • Snacks between dives
    • Hot and cold beverages
    • Hot freshwater shower

    Things to know

    Open Water scuba certification is required. Start time varies throughout the year based on sunset. Manta rays are wild animals and sightings are not guaranteed.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 72 hours in advance for a 100% refund. Cancellations within 72 hours are subject to the full cost of the charter. Full refund if the operator cancels due to prohibitive weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Private charters require 1 month notice; 6+ passengers, all classes, and private guide require 7 days.

    FAQs

    Yes. You must have Open Water scuba certification to join this charter.

    Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, hat, a refillable water bottle, and hair ties. Since the charter ends at night, bring warm, dry clothes to change into after your dives (many guests are comfortable with a sweatshirt or light jacket).

    Air tanks, dive weights, dive lights, defog, and complimentary use of masks, snorkels, and full-foot fins are included. Rental gear (such as a buoyancy control device (BCD), wetsuit, regulator, and a Nitrox-compatible computer), enriched air Nitrox, a Nitrox certification, and a private guide are available as add-ons.

    Meeting details

    Kona Diving Company Huaka'i Boat

    Experience provided by Kona Diving Company

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
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    Kona's manta ray night dive is a bucket-list experience, and this crew delivers it exceptionally well. Guides like Cody, Bruce, Dave, Kim, and Imran come up repeatedly in reviews for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely fun to be around. Newer divers consistently feel supported, while more experienced ones appreciate the quality of the sites and the crew's ability to spot marine life others might miss. Warm drinks, snacks, and homemade brownies between dives are a nice touch, and the two resident dogs, Ziggy and Blue, have apparently earned their own fan base. Beyond the manta rays, guests have encountered whale sharks, tiger sharks, turtles, eels, octopus, and lava tubes, so the diversity of what's out there is real. One review stood out for a more serious reason: a guest's husband had a medical emergency on board, and the crew's emergency response, CPR, AED, coordinated communication with emergency services, was swift and effective. That kind of preparedness says a lot about how this operation is run. Captain Kirsten's team has clearly built something worth trusting, and the sheer volume of people saying they'd come back is hard to argue with.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    My experience with Kona Diving Company was flawless from start to finish. Their crew was professional, safety-conscious, and genuinely passionate about the ocean. The boat was clean and comfortable, and our dive guide Kim knew the local reef and marine life beautifully. We saw so much incredible sea-life and had a blast swimming through the arches. They treat you like family on board. I wouldn't dive with anyone else in Kona!

    Photo of JT Frandsen

    JT Frandsen

    June 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My experience with Kona Diving Company was flawless from start to finish. Their crew was professional, safety-conscious, and genuinely passionate about the ocean. The boat was clean and comfortable, and our dive guide Kim knew the local reef and marine life beautifully. We saw so much incredible sea-life and had a blast swimming through the arches. They treat you like family on board. I wouldn't dive with anyone else in Kona!

    Photo of JT Frandsen

    JT Frandsen

    June 23, 2026

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