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Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel 2 hr

TourTruth score 8.6 out of 10

Very goodTop 12% in Big Island of Hawaii

45 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Float beside a light board as manta rays glide below on this small-group Kona night snorkel, with a free return voucher if none appear.

About this tour

As darkness settles over Kona, powerful lights draw plankton to the water and invite graceful manta rays to glide into view. This small-group Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel gives you a close look at the action, with no more than 12 guests sharing the experience.

After gearing up with snorkeling equipment and a wetsuit top, you’ll enter the water and hold onto a custom light board. Float at the surface for 30–40 minutes as manta rays swoop and loop below. A professional guide is there to support the outing, and if no mantas appear, you’ll receive a free return voucher.

The full tour lasts 120 minutes. Guests must be comfortable in the water, have swimming experience, and be able to climb the boat ladder independently to reboard. Meet at the pavilion near the restroom on the north side of the harbor, between the two boat ramps, and arrive 10 minutes early. Bring a towel and reusable water bottle; prescription snorkel masks are not provided.

Book your Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel for an intimate evening encounter beneath the waves.

Highlights

  • Watch manta rays glide and loop beneath you after dark
  • Float at the surface beside a custom light board that attracts plankton
  • Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 guests
  • Receive a free return voucher if no mantas are seen

What's included

Included

  • Wetsuit tops
  • Manta guarantee: free return voucher if no mantas are seen
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Towels and reusable water bottles
  • Prescription snorkel masks; bring your own or rent one in advance
  • Gratuities for the captain and crew
  • Transportation to and from attractions

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Important information

  • Arrive 10 minutes before departure at the pavilion near the restroom on the north side of the harbor, between the two boat ramps
  • Guests must be comfortable in the water, have swimming experience, and be able to float at the surface with a waist flotation device
  • Guests must climb the boat ladder independently to reboard
  • Not suitable for non-swimmers, guests with limited mobility, or those with back, heart, or other conditions that may affect participation
  • Not recommended for guests over 70 years old or weighing more than 275 lbs
  • Nearby public transportation is available

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 120 minutes, with 30–40 minutes in the water.

How many guests can join?

The small-group experience is limited to 12 guests.

What happens if we don’t see manta rays?

You’ll receive a free return voucher if no mantas are seen.

Do I need to be an experienced swimmer?

You don’t need to be an expert, but you must be comfortable in the water, have swimming experience, and feel confident using a mask and snorkel.

Where do we meet?

Meet at the pavilion near the restroom on the north side of the harbor, between the two boat ramps. Arrive 10 minutes before departure.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 5.00 on Viator (GetYourGuide shows no usable rating). 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.

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  • 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 8.6. Top 12% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 12% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

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