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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

TourTruth score 6.6 out of 10

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  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 1 hr 25 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Float beneath the stars as manta rays glide below you on a small-group Big Island night snorkel with a quick boat ride to the site.

About this tour

As darkness settles over the Big Island, the ocean becomes a stage for one of Hawaii’s most remarkable wildlife encounters. On this Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel, you’ll float at the surface while manta rays sweep through the water below.

After a quick 3–5 minute boat ride to the manta site, hold onto custom light boards designed to keep you comfortably afloat. Powerful blue dive lights attract plankton, drawing the rays close as they feed. With a maximum of 17 guests, the experience feels more personal than a crowded boat outing. A licensed captain, certified lifeguard, and trained swim guide are part of the crew, and the local, family-owned company emphasizes education and conservation.

Bring basic swimming skills and previous snorkeling experience, and be ready to climb the boat ladder independently. Mantas are wild animals, so sightings are not guaranteed. Choose this Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel for a close-up look at the ocean after dark, guided by a crew that cares about the place and its wildlife.

Highlights

  • Snorkel at night with manta rays in their natural habitat
  • Float on custom light boards as mantas glide beneath you
  • Reach the manta site on a quick 3–5 minute boat ride
  • Enjoy a small-group outing with no more than 17 guests
  • Learn from a local, family-owned crew focused on education and conservation

What's included

Included

  • Mask and snorkel

Not included

  • Transportation to and from attractions
  • Gratuity

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Important information

  • Basic swimming skills and previous snorkeling experience are required
  • Guests must be able to climb a boat ladder independently
  • Guests must understand English safety instructions and briefings
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
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  • Guests should be physically fit to climb the boat ladder
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Manta rays are wild animals, and sightings are not guaranteed
  • Life jackets are available by request; contact the reservation line
  • Check your ticket details or ticket PDF for meeting-point information

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 85 minutes.

Are manta Ray sightings guaranteed?

No. Manta rays are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

What swimming experience is required?

Guests need basic swimming skills and previous snorkeling experience.

Can I request a life jacket?

Yes. Contact the reservation line to request a life jacket.

How many guests are on the tour?

The group is limited to a maximum of 17 guests.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.82 on Viator and 4.20 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.6.

Provider rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii

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