6 Passenger Maximum Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua-Kona, HI | La Vacanza Travel

6 Passenger Maximum Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua-Kona, HI

Duration: 2 hours
Destination: United States, Hawaii, Big Island of Hawaii
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  • 2 hours
  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Small Groups, 6 person max and expert crew set our excursion apart. During this tour we can visit either the northern manta site near the Kona airport, or venture further south to Keauhou depending on where the best manta sightings have been. Our expert captains and dedicated guides are pulling out all the stops to make sure you get the best viewing possible.

Prior swimming & snorkeling experience is required to book this activity. Guest's must be able to independently climb up a side boat ladder. Not recommended for guest's who have undergone surgery or have mobility/physical restrictions. Not recommended for pregnant women. Contact tour operator for exceptions.

This family run business takes pride in sharing the importance of taking care or our land, ocean, animals, and each other.

Please arrive on time for the start of your scheduled tour.

Itinerary

Small Groups. 6 Passenger Max.

Please confirm your check in time directly with tour provider.
Please call tour provider to confirm your reservation has been received correctly.
Check in time can be up to 40 and no less than 15 minutes prior to tour time.

Departing from Honokohau Harbor a 15-20 minute boat ride gets you to either Garden Eel Cove (northern manta site "Manta Heaven") or further south down to Keauhou "Manta Village". Slide in and relax hanging onto our custom-made light board to witness these huge, acrobatic, gentle giants feed on tiny pieces of plankton. Our experienced guide helps get everyone in the best possible viewing position to give guests an up close and personal encounter all while keeping everyone safe and comfortable. Afterwards, enjoy sipping on some hot cocoa and light snacks before heading back to the harbor. Be sure to look up checking out the stars and the city lights during the ride back. A night filled with magnificent mantas and fun memories is sure to be remembered.

Stop At:

• Garden Eel Cove / Manta Heaven, Island of Hawaii, HI
• Island of Hawaii, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii
• Hawaii, Hawaii
• Volcano National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI
• Kailua-Kona, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii
• Keauhou, Keauhou, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

Inclusions
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Shorty Wetsuit
  • Certified In-water Guide/Lifeguard

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Basic swimming skills are required
  • Previous snorkeling experience is required
  • Guests must be able to independently climb up a boat ladder
  • Guest must be able to converse in English to understand verbal instructions and safety briefings
  • Your safety is our priority! If you or anyone in your group would like a lifejacket please contact our reservation line.
  • Our Manta Policy: Manta Rays are wild animals and Snorkel Big Island cannot guarantee their presence. If a manta ray is not seen on your night out with us you may try again on a different night for a rebooking fee. Please keep in mind that seats may be extremely limited during certain times of the year. We usually are very successful in finding mantas for you; however if they decide to take the night off the costs involved with setting up the charter will not allow us to offer you a refund. We appreciate your business and understanding of this policy.
  • Please confirm your check in time directly with tour provider. Check in time may be up to 40 minutes prior to tour time.
  • Not recommended for travelers with physical or mobility restrictions
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Snorkel Big Island, 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours


User's Reviews

Stephanie_J

26 Apr, 2024

Amazing! We had such a great time and saw so many Mantas, the come really close! Thanks Dylan and Elliot!!

Miryam_W

25 Apr, 2024

Wow! We went tonight to snorkel with the mantas, and we were blown away at what we saw! The smaller boat let us quickly get our group in the water, and right away there were mantas under us, coming up to feed right below us! They were beautiful, huge and so graceful, and we had basically a nonstop show of these beautiful creatures the whole time! I would definitely recommend this captain and crew, they knew just where to put us in so we were where the plankton was, and the mantas followed. Eli was able to identify many of the mantas by their markings, and names. He knew a lot and shared interesting facts the whole boat ride and snorkel. We all really were impressed and would recommend them to anyone wanting a really great experience!

Deborah_S

23 Apr, 2024

In one word AWE!!! My partner and I chose this trip and experience to celebrate our 10 year anniversary. It was AMAZING! From beginning to end the captain and Eli did not disappoint. Their respect for the Manta Rays, their knowledge of their habits, names, Hawaiian views… all added to the once in a lifetime encounter. And not only were they great humans, or a smooth boat ride, but the Manta Rays were with us from the second we went in the water until we left them. As everyone says, they came within an inch or two and even brushed against us. The acrobatic display was beautiful but the way they filled us with peace and pure awe, had stayed with us and we will never forget. Also we are animal rights and felt the Manta’s were only honored. And we are a queer couple and felt very safe being open. Highly recommended!!

k-existence

22 Apr, 2024

Skip the big boats and go with this family own small business. 6-passengers MAX for the manta ray night snorkel. Their small jet boat was super fun ride itself. We pay direct with this company instead of Groupon. We had a GREAT experience and they were easy to work with. My husband and I love to snorkel but feel most comfortable with a life jacket — we can’t thread water well. I called a few companies and they were very stricter for strong swimmers with no life jackets. You DO need snorkel experience and be comfortable in open waters in night. But it was the EASIEST snorkel experience. You literally are instructed not to kick and just float holding onto the light board + use a pool noodle. We had NO issues. Yes, easier than molokini crater or hanauma bay.

Funny_F

21 Apr, 2024

Fun boat ride at night! U side on the side of a boat. Rays r awesome!!! Cold water but had wet suit!

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