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15 Best Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkels

The manta night snorkels off Kona: dive lights drawing the plankton and the plankton drawing mantas with four-meter wingspans, barrel-rolling close enough to feel the wake. Several operators promise a second trip if the mantas skip a night.

1.Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Experience the thrill of snorkeling with manta rays on Hawaii's Big Island. Enjoy expert guides, stunning sunset views, and a memorable night aquatic adventure.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“What an amazing experience 😍 we had 4 different manta rays come up and say hi; it was a once in a lifetime opportunity! I highly recommend doing this if you’re on the big island!”

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2.Kona Manta Rays Guaranteed Night Snorkel in Keauhou Harbor

Experience up-close manta rays in Hawaii with this guided night snorkel in Keauhou Harbor. Small groups, expert guides, and a guarantee make it a must-try adventure.

★ 4.5

“The ocean experience was wonderful. The boat crews were very nice and helpful. Saw lots of fish and manta rays. However, this business operates by being the lowest cost provider and overbooking. And they are bad at respecting your time and evening plans. As a…”

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3.KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings

Experience the magic of night-time snorkeling with manta rays on the Big Island. Small group, expert guides, and guaranteed sightings make this an unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Awesome guides,and they were very knowledgeable about the manta rays. Great experience with family or friends.”

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4.Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Experience the magic of Big Island’s waters with a night snorkel to see manta rays feeding up close. An unforgettable adventure for animal lovers.

★ 5.0

“This is an absolute must on the Big Island. There are several companies that go out to the same area, but I can speak to that Dolphin Discoveries does a superb job. The Mantas were so much closer to us than we thought!!!! Saw so…”

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5.Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Experience gentle giant manta rays up close during this guided night snorkel off Kona. Enjoy sunset views, expert guides, and guaranteed sightings for $130.

“Surreal experience!! Great crew! Friendly and knowledgeable. Just know that the boat drive is 20 minutes from the shore.”

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8.Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure

Experience a stunning Kona sunset followed by a night snorkel with manta rays on this highly-rated tour. Watch majestic rays and enjoy expert guides for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“This was one of the coolest experiences of my life. It is truly unbelievable seeing the Manta Rays. Kona Style was also a great company to go with and everyone was super friendly, attentive, and kind.”

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9.Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona

Experience the magic of night snorkeling with manta rays off Kona’s coast aboard a comfortable, eco-friendly boat. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“We had a great night viewing the Manta's. The crew of Kevin and Cal were awesome along with Captain Bill. Because of high surf, our tour was postponed four nights but fortunately we were able to get out on the fifth night. There were more…”

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10.Night Manta Ray Experience

Experience the magic of night snorkeling with manta rays on Hawaii’s Big Island. Close encounters, expert guides, and a safe, unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful experience, very professional crews, great service, very safe. Seen a lot of manta rays, about 10. By aware of motion sickness”

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11.Snorkel with Manta Rays Guaranteed

Experience the Big Island’s manta rays on a sunset snorkel tour with a luxurious trimaran, expert guides, and close encounters in their natural habitat.

★ 5.0

“I read several reviews and heard Sea Paradise was the best choice for the Manta Rays. I was a little nervous as the check-in and loading was a little disorganized. Once aboard the boat, it was smooth sailing, literally. I tried an underwater phone case…”

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12.Manta Ray Snorkeling by Night in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Experience the magic of swimming with wild manta rays in Kailua-Kona at night. Small-group, guided snorkel adventure with all gear included for $127.

★ 5.0

“This was an absolutely amazing fun family experience! The captain was great and Kalala was absolutely amazing !! She was helpful, supportive when I got motion sickness. Her well versed knowledge and history with the Manta Rays was informative and made the experience!! Tap into…”

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13.Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel from Kona

Experience the magic of swimming with graceful manta rays off Kailua-Kona on a small-group snorkel tour, with expert guides, guaranteed sightings, and stunning water views.

★ 4.5

“We loved the entire experience; from meeting Chris to enjoying his description of what to expect, and seeing the mantas swoop and glide around us. The small group experience was fantastic and more than what we expected. The entire crew was great, helped getting everybody…”

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14.Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Experience the magic of swimming with gentle manta rays during a guided night snorkel off Kona’s coast. All gear included, with sunset views and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Shout out to Captain Kelly and his crew. They did a great job. Informative about the manta rays, addressing safety, being friendly and entertaining. The experience is a must. The rays come so close that they bumped into me a couple of times. Five stars…”

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15.Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Experience close encounters with graceful manta rays on Big Island’s night snorkel tour. Safe, small groups, expert guides, and unforgettable wildlife viewing.

★ 4.5

“The manta ray experience was one of the best experiences of my lifetime. I have done other manta ray experiences in the past, and nothing came close to how close these manta rays were. I would say it was a spiritual experience.”

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More Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkels

4.9Big Island: Night Swim with Manta Ray with Hot Chocolate1.3 hours$146 5.0Big Island, Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour2 hours (approx.)$125.00 5.0Manta Mania – Manta Ray Night Snorkel – Small-Group Experience In Kona, Hawaii1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$125.00 5.0Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure! Small Group1 hour (approx.)$83.95 4.5Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour from Kona1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$160.50 5.0Late Night Manta Snorkel2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$124.95 5.0Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona2 to 3 hours (approx.)$103.33 4.5Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona2 hours (approx.)$137.00 4.8Manta Ray Snorkel in Kailua-Kona with Hot Cocoa2 hours$125 4.9Big Island: Snorkel with Manta Rays – Manta Guarantee2 hours$141 5.0Small Group, Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure!1 hour (approx.)$115.00 5.0One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel3 hours (approx.)$135.00 4.4Kona: Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure2 hours$107 5.0Night Manta Ray Snorkel with Videos2 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Kona Night Manta Snorkel Tour$149.00 4.5Manta Ray Snorkel Experience2 hours (approx.)$139.00 5.0Sunset Cruise & Manta Night Snorkeling Charter3 hours (approx.)$990.00 5.0Kona Manta Night Snorkel Adventure: Swim with Majestic Rays1 hour (approx.)$160.00 4.4Big Island: Manta Ray Snorkel Boat Tour2 hours$137 5.0Manta Ray Night Snorkel and Dive3 hours (approx.)$169.00 3.5Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure in Kailua-Kona$137.00 Kona Town Manta Sunset Snorkel$150.00 5.0Kona: Manta Ray Night Snorkel2 hours$150