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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

“This was a good experience. Although myself and some of the people I went with ended up getting seasick due to unusually high waves the crew were super supportive and helpful. The manta rays did not disappoint either! They were beautiful! And close enough to…”

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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

“It was a really fun experience, so unique. The crew was excellent. I was thinking while I was out there, this is where the party is every night!”

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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

“Amazing experience! Our guide Vinny was so knowledgeable and helpful! It was so beautiful and the manta rays came right up to us! If you have a bad back this could be hard on your back but our 11, 10 and 7 year old did…”

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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.

“They communicated well about the weather and were able to get us rescheduled. My youngest kid was 10 and I was nervous about him getting over to the blue light. They made sure he made it to and from the boat safely. We got lucky…”

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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

“The small group was great. Personal service from meeting with Christine to Justin and Shane on the boat to Sara guiding us to the Mantas and telling us about them! Very short time from meeting to seeing the rays VERY up close!”

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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

“The crew was so knowledgeable about the mantas! The boat was fantastic, the crew was lovely, the experience was superb!!”

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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

“The staff and crew are great. Could not be nicer or more helpful. A must experience if you can. We saw four mantas on this night.”

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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

“The crew was great. Choppy water that night but they made everyone feel safe. The knowledge they shared was wonderful. The night time experience was the best hands down. Would do this again in a heartbeat.”

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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

“We were very fortunate and the Manta Rays put on a great show for us. They are magnificent creatures. The crew was helpful and friendly. We felt safe the entire time. We had everything we needed and were happy we brought dry towels for after.…”

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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

“ABSOLUTELY AMAZING experience!! The water was definitely chilly (can’t control nature), so I’d highly recommend bringing a towel. The crew was super friendly, very professional, knowledgeable, entertaining, and safe always! I cannot rant and rave enough about how wonderful our trip was! I would do…”

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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

“Great family excursion. Very experienced staff explained everything and kept a close eye on all participants. Only recommended for people who are comfortable in the water. We saw 3 rays which was amazing.”

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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