Private Kealakekua Bay & Night Manta Ray Snorkel in Kona

Explore Kona by boat on a private outing that combines reef snorkeling with a nighttime search for manta rays. Move from daytime exploration to floating at the surface after dark, with lights drawing plankton into view.

• Watch for manta rays with wingspans reaching up to 18 feet
• Discover how plankton attracted by the lights draws feeding mantas toward the surface
• Relive your snorkel with included manta encounter videos emailed within 3 days

Itinerary

Your adventure begins at Kealakekua Bay, one of Hawaii’s top snorkeling destinations and a protected marine sanctuary known for its exceptionally clear, calm waters, vibrant coral reefs, and abundant tropical fish. After snorkeling this pristine reef environment, we cruise along the scenic Kona Coast while enjoying a beautiful Hawaiian sunset over the Pacific.

As evening sets in, we continue to our manta ray snorkel site for Kona’s most famous nighttime wildlife encounter. Once in the water, you’ll snorkel alongside majestic manta rays as they glide and feed below our illuminated light board, creating a truly unforgettable, up-close experience with these gentle giants.

What's Included

• Snorkeling gear
• Wetsuit tops
• Waist flotation devices
• Water on board

Important details

• Ages 70 and younger only
• Weight limit: 275 lbs
• Requires comfort and proficiency in snorkeling
• Requires safely transferring from the dock to the boat and climbing a short ladder to reboard
• No neck, back, or heart conditions that could be affected by physical activity or boat motion
• Gratuity is not included in the listed price; a 20% tip is customary
• Bring your own prescription snorkel mask if you need one; prescription masks are not provided
• Arrive at least 10 minutes before departure