Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkeling Tour
Snorkel Kona’s night waters and look for manta rays after sunset
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Mask, snorkel, wetsuit
Highlights
Explore Kona's waters after dark on a guided snorkeling experience centered on manta ray viewing. Underwater lights attract plankton, which may draw manta rays beneath you.
- Ride to the snorkel site on an open boat that may get sea spray
- Look for manta rays in their natural habitat, with sightings not guaranteed
- Learn about safety and manta behavior during the onboard briefing
- Snorkel without fins while floating above the viewing area
- Bring a towel and GoPro or waterproof camera
Itinerary
- Check-in and equipment fitting
- Boat Safety & Manta Briefing
- 20-25 minute boat ride to site
- Snorkel for 30 minutes
- 20-25 minute boat ride back to the harbor
*Please note that sometimes the trip might run longer depending on ocean conditions
What's Included
- Mask and snorkel
- Shortie wetsuit
- Flotation waist belt
- Life jackets for children 14 and under while the boat is underway
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure and complete the required digital waiver before arrival
- Ages 5+ only; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times
- Requires swimming 50 yards unassisted and prior ocean snorkeling experience
- Requires climbing the vessel ladder unassisted, full mobility, and the ability to follow safety directions in English
- Requires good physical and mental health; not suitable during pregnancy or with shoulder, back, neck, heart, blood-pressure, severe-asthma, injury, or cognitive concerns
- Bring any medication you carry
- Wear your swimsuit before arrival; full-face masks and waterproof phone cases with long lanyards are not permitted
- Bring the credit card used for your booking and matching valid photo ID; the cardholder name must match the booking contact name
- Expect applicable taxes and fees in addition to the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets: full refund if canceled at least 48 hours before start. If purchased, the Flexible Cancellation Upgrade extends cancellation to 12 hours before start, minus the upgrade and fees. Non-refundable tickets receive no refund. No refunds or rescheduling for late arrivals or no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels.
Product ID: 8B6ZV9
FAQs
Yes. You must be able to swim 50 yards unassisted and have prior snorkeling experience. Non-swimmers and first-time snorkelers are not permitted.
Skip this tour if you’re pregnant, have recurring back/neck pain, shoulder problems (including recurring dislocations), limited mobility, current injuries, or health issues such as heart conditions, high blood pressure, or severe asthma. You must be in good physical and mental health, able to board the boat independently, and able to converse in English for safety instructions.
Manta rays are wild animals, so sightings aren’t guaranteed. If you don’t see a manta, you can join another night on a space-available standby basis (standby space may be extremely limited). There is no refund if wildlife does not appear.
Meeting details
Kona Snorkel Trips, 74-381 Kealakehe Parkway Suite E, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
