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    Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua-Kona

    Night snorkel with Kona manta rays in a small group

    4.8 stars• 1.1K reviews
    From$91/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 28 people

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, wetsuit top

    Highlights

    Snorkel at night off Keauhou Bay and follow your in-water guides to look for Kona manta rays. Your tour includes check-in, gear fitting, and about 30 minutes in the water.

    • Check in at Keauhou Shopping Center at your reserved time
    • Ride a short boat trip to the snorkel site
    • Follow in-water guides during your night snorkel
    • Spend about 30 minutes in the water
    • Snorkel with up to 28 guests max
    • Bring a towel and warm cover-up for after snorkeling

    What's Included

    • Snorkel mask
    • Snorkel
    • Short sleeve wet suit top
    • Pool noodle

    Things to know

    Intermediate open-ocean tour: you must know how to swim and tread water, and snorkeling experience is required. Minimum age is 6; maximum age is 70; max weight is 285 lbs, and you must be able to climb a metal ladder to reboard.

    Gratuity is not included, and an Ocean Stewardship Fee of $1.00 per guest is collected for the State of Hawai'i.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel/reschedule at least 48 hours before for a full refund; no refund with less than 48 hours notice or for no-shows. For private charters, cancel at least 7 days before for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels and you can’t reschedule. A $1.00 Ocean Stewardship Fee is collected per guest.

    FAQs

    No. You handle your own transportation to the check-in location and to Keauhou Bay.

    Arrive at your reserved time. Your reserved time is your check-in time, and you should not arrive early.

    Wear your swimsuit. Bring a towel and a warm cover-up for after snorkeling. You may bring a small bag for items like a camera or cell phone, wallet, and emergency medications.

    Meeting details

    Located in the Keauhou Shopping Center behind Tropics Restaurant 78-6962 Kamehameha III Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

    Experience provided by Dolphin Discoveries
    Experience provided by Dolphin Discoveries

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    Guest

    $91.96

    Ages 6 to 70

    0

    Guest-Manta Guarantee

    $114.70

    Ages 6 to 70

    0

    Ride-Along Only

    $65.95

    Ages 6 to 70

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    1.1K reviews•Google Maps
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    Travelers rave about the manta ray snorkeling experiences here, with the crew earning consistent praise across the board. Captains like Craig, Rob, and Dennis get called out by name for their expertise and welcoming personalities, while guides like Vinny and Voss make everyone feel safe and well-informed in the water. People genuinely appreciate how knowledgeable the staff is about the mantas and local history. The close encounters with these graceful creatures leave a lasting impression, with many describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The logistics work smoothly too. Unlike other operators requiring lengthy boat rides, this outfit gets you to the manta viewing spot in just minutes, meaning more time in the water and less transit. Check-in is straightforward and efficient even with larger groups. One reviewer noted the shop location isn't directly at the pier, requiring some extra driving and prep time, but this seems like a minor inconvenience compared to the overall experience. Return visitors confirm the consistency of quality, with one guest coming back three times in a year.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Easy check in, good communication, professional crews, fair price and memorable moments. Highly recommended 😊

    Photo of Aryandokht Azari

    Aryandokht Azari

    May 25, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Easy check in, good communication, professional crews, fair price and memorable moments. Highly recommended 😊

    Photo of Aryandokht Azari

    Aryandokht Azari

    May 25, 2026

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