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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

“Best money spent on the Big Island!! We were are large group 3 adults with 7 kids (ages 8-14). Crew was fantastic with the kids and we all had the BEST time. The Manta rays were sooo cool!”

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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

“This was the 2nd time that we have taken this tour with this company. And the trip did not disappoint. It was as good as the first time. The staff on site are very friendly and helpful and we felt safe jumping into the ocean…”

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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

“Boat leaves directly from the little dock next to Outrgger Resort. There were 11 of us and 3 staff … The captain, the guide Peyton and another life guard. I wore a wet suit top( $10) my husband went without. As soon as we entered…”

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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

“The night snorkel with the manta rays was beyond incredible. The tour company was extremely clear with directions and did a great job preparing us for what to expect, which made everything smooth and stress-free. Seeing the manta rays up close was truly mind-blowing—they were…”

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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.

“Watching the Manta’s swim at you with their mouths open was other-worldly and a truly outstanding experience! We were all hypnotized by their majestical flips to eat the krill below us that the time just escaped us! We saw Mantas from the moment we hit…”

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6.Kailua Kona: Night Manta Ray Adventure on the Big Island

Experience Hawaii’s Big Island with a night snorkel tour to see majestic manta rays close-up, guided by friendly experts. An unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.8

“Most incredible experience I’ve ever had! I’m not a great swimmer but they offer life jackets & pool noodles for floating. They also offer to “uber” you out to the viewing area & back when you’re ready to go in. The manta rays are spectacular!…”

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7.Kona’s Magical Manta Ray Night Snorkel: Small-Group Eco-Tour

Experience the magic of Kona’s nighttime waters as you snorkel with graceful manta rays in a small-group eco-tour, led by knowledgeable guides for an unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“30 minutes in the water might not seem like a long time but it’s perfect! Bring a GoPro to attach to your wrist/chest. Manta rays will be CLOSE!! Crew Jason and Ah-Kay (spelled wrong for sure) were really great”

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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

“Absolutely incredible. The captain was great, the crew was amazing, the experience was extraordinary. So glad I did it!”

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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

“Captain Bill, Melissa, and Callum were extremely welcoming and incredible hosts on our adventure. They made sure we were doing ok the entire time and offered us water, fresh cut pineapple, fruit snacks, and cookies. They were very knowl”

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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

“Had a wonderful time snorkeling with the Manta Rays. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable. They made us feel safe and secure. We lucked out with so many Manta Rays coming by to see us. Highly recommended. The hot chocolate at the end was…”

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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

“Amazing experience! Highly recommend! Super cool. Once in a lifetime chance to get close up and personal with beautiful Mantas! :)”

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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

“What an amazing experience! Definitely add this to your list of things to do while visiting Kona. Captain Kris and his crew were fantastic, helpful, and I felt completely safe the entire time. My teenagers said this was the highlight of our family vacation they…”

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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

“Having been a scuba diver for over 2 decades, I was absolutely blown away by these manta rays. I had only ever seen these majestic creatures in the open water, and they were just passing by momentarily. Swimming with these mantas at night with the…”

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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

“You are in the water for 30 min. so wear the wet suit, water was not cold, but not warm. We saw manta rays but they did not get close (good or bad?)”

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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