Big Island of Hawaii

Night Manta Ray Adventure on the Big Island, Hawaii

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Sunset Manta Ray Snorkel
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From $94.00

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Have a unique Big Island experience snorkeling with manta rays on this tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll take a short cruise out to the manta site, where you’ll watch the beautiful Hawaiian before dipping into the water to watch the manta rays up close. All necessary equipment will be provided for your excursion, as well as light refreshments and snacks to enjoy on board. Your tour will conclude at its original departure point. If you don't see manta rays on this excursion, book again for another night--no charge.
  • Snorkel with manta rays on this Big Island adventure led by an expert guide
  • Watch the Kona before dipping into the water
  • Sit back with light refreshments and snacks on board the boat
  • Enjoy complimentary use of all snorkel equipment

What's Included

  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear, jacket style wetsuit top, floatation device
  • Light refreshments including snacks and bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • GoPro rental (upon availability -call to reserve)

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • Hang Loose Boat Tours
    74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

    After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Gentry's Kona Marine and a small gas station -Sea Store and Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right (restrooms). Meet crew under the pavilion.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Make your own way to Keauhou Bay Harbor and meet your guide to begin your nighttime manta ray adventure.

Depart the harbor and watch a beautiful Kona before donning your snorkel gear and entering the water for your up-close encounter with these gentle giants. Flotation devices and jacket-style wetsuit tops are provided for those who would like to use them.

Enjoy light refreshments and snacks onboard the boat during the excursion. In the rare event of not spotting manta rays, the company offers a complimentary return trip.

The tour concludes back at the harbor.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • MUST HAVE PREVIOUS SWIMMING AND SNORKELING EXPERIENCE OR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET IN THE WATER!!!
  • MUST BE comfortable in the water, be comfortable using floatation if needed (we have Ride Along option available for non-swimmers)
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Must be in good health and fit condition, must be able to climb a short ladder
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Service animals allowed
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled by the supplier, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Recommended to bring towel, clothes for change, sweatshirt or light jacket
  • Age restriction: minimum age allowed is 2 years old; maximum age allowed is 70 years old (unless approved by the supplier)
  • Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems or injuries within the last 3 years
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers in an advanced pregnancy
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Elizabeth_S
Noel was an awesome captain and Avery and Vince were the best crew mates. Everyone was kind, humorous, and informative. The manta rays were the most incredible creatures to see up close! We highly recommend doing this activity if you are interested in ocean creatures and being out on the water.

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Amazing experience
Dave_B, Mar 2024
Amazing experience. Started off rough as we headed north for 25 minutes and there were no Mantra Rays to be found. Captain Bryce doubled back headed south about 35 minutes and found a spot with a school full of mantra rays. Spent roughly 45 mins out there and had a great time. You don’t touch them but they do brush against you from time to time. Either gently with there under belly or an unseen whack from there wing on your body. They look like aliens in their eyes. I would definitely do it again!
An adventure everyone can enjoy
Rachel_W, Mar 2024
This adventure assumes that you are a proficient swimmer who will not panic in the water. If you are then you will love this night swim.While I was a bit nervous at first, the guide gave helpful instructions on how to relax and float to attract the mantas. It was a wonderful experience,
Once in Lifetime Experience
Olga_K, Mar 2024
Fantastic Experience!!! We went as a group of four, the Manta Ray's swim so close to you that you can see the whole inside. Very well worth it. The play the whole time great music on the boat while we going to the destination and serve some snacks and soft drinks. One recommendation, this trip is not for beginner swimmers or non snorkelers. One of our group members didn't end up going because it was out of their comfort zone as far as swimming goes. The guides do try to accommodate such people by placing them closer to the boat but I would say you do need to feel comfortable in the water to enjoy this experience. The hot shower after you come out of the water was a cherry on the top. Reasonable price which I appreciate as well.
Must do
Michael_P, Mar 2024
A phenomenal experience! We were floored by the proximity to the manta rays. A truly memorable experience.
Must do while on the Big...
Amanda_B, Mar 2024
Must do while on the Big Island! It is an incredible experience. Rent the go pro they offer before the tour!
Fantastic voyage
Tyler_J, Mar 2024
The captain and staff were friendly, funny, and informative. We saw a ton of manta rays and learned a lot about them. An experience we will never forget!
Friendly staff good music...
John_K, Mar 2024
Friendly staff good music mantras were amazing hot shower was great. A swimming noodle for each person would have been great
Informative and fun crew!
Elizabeth_S, Mar 2024
Noel was an awesome captain and Avery and Vince were the best crew mates. Everyone was kind, humorous, and informative. The manta rays were the most incredible creatures to see up close! We highly recommend doing this activity if you are interested in ocean creatures and being out on the water.
We were in Kona for about...
Hunter_J, Mar 2024
We were in Kona for about a week, saw some amazing things, but this was by far the coolest experience we have ever had.
Magical experience
Jennifer_M, Mar 2024
I was completely terrified but excited to do this adventure. Once I got in the water and saw the manta rays the best way I could explain it is it was magical. It almost felt like I was dreaming. The crew Bryce, Jonah and Noah were fantastic and very knowledgeable and very funny. Highly recommend!!
BEST experience on the Big Island!!! 10/10!!!
Lori_R, Mar 2024
Insanely amazing! If I could give this 10 stars I would! Great staff (Nolan, Jasmine, Vinny and Danny). Fun music and snacks. And most of all, so many mantas, and soooo close! Incredible!!!!!!!!!! Bonus hot shower when you get back on the boat. Best thing we did on our entire vacation.
Awesome Experience!
Jennifer_D, Mar 2024
Great time for my daughter and I. 10/10! The creatures are beautiful and took our breath away! Crew was wonderful and made it a great time even not in the water. Be sure to bring a warm change of clothes and towels for a dry and warmer ride home!
Manta ray snorkelling
Aleksander_T, Mar 2024
The crew were great, manta rays were beautiful. And snacks were nice at the end of the dive. All in all an awesome experience!
Great experience!
Emmi_O, Mar 2024
The manta rays were incredible and there were so many of them! The guides/crew were informative and fun. I’m very prone to motion sickness so I did get seasick but almost everyone else was fine.
Amazing!
Jessica_M, Mar 2024
The meeting spot was a little difficult to find due to the marina being so dark at night. Once we were there though, everything was awesome! The crew was super nice & helpful! The mantas were amazing!!! I would definitely recommend this excursion!
Awesome experience!
Lori_M, Mar 2024
Amazing experience! Saw a lot of rays. The crew made sure everyone was comfortable and safe! Definitely a life experience. A must do!!!!
Way beyond expectations.
Darren_L, Mar 2024
Jacob, Jonah and Oola were amazing. We saw so many manta rays up close and far exceeded my expectations. We rented a go pro for $40 and got the SD card with all the footage. Totally worth it. There were a couple people having difficulties on our trip and the crew took great care of them and us. We can’t thank them enough.
Amazing experience from start to finish!
Michael_S, Mar 2024
An incredible experience from start to finish! The guides are great and make you feel at ease about the whole thing, because honestly speaking the idea of getting on a boat at night and getting into the ocean can be a little scary for anyone. But once I got into the lit up water and saw those beautiful manta rays up close, those fears went away immediately. Would highly recommend! FYI, if you get sea sick easily, would definitely recommend eating light our taking motion sickness medication prior to the trip.
You must do
Grayson_W, Mar 2024
Saw big manta, me big happy, if want do, just do, like big man Shia say, what you waiting for, just do it
Magic mantas!
Quinry_F, Mar 2024
A literal out of this world experience. The guides tell you not to touch the mantas but the mantas are the ones swimming close enough to touch you! Highly recommended a camera capable of operating under water.
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