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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

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4.78Big Island of Hawaii

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Overview

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner Richard Kersten pioneered the large-vessel manta ray snorkel format • Named resident manta rays: Lefty (1979), Big Bertha (1991), Obama Ray, Koie Ray & more • 450+ individually identified manta rays on the Kona Coast — MPRF partner

  • in-water crew guide
  • Filtered Water
  • Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, the custom Manta Flotation Device, crew-operated underwater lights
  • Varied Juices
  • Hot cocoa and chocolates,
  • Not included: Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated
  • Not included: Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours
  • Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop off

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 15 minutes before departure. Departs at sunset (varies by season).

Meeting and Pickup

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Snorkeling Ages: 6yrs and up with experienced swimming/snorkeling skills Ride Along Ages: 4 yrs and up — underaged must be supervised by an adult at all times Non-swimmers may not enter the water Neck lanyards for phones not allowed Shark bands not allowed Flash must be turned off on cameras No one under age 4 is permitted on this tour All snorkelers must know how to swim Manta ray tours require experienced snorkelers. The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind. Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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From US$141.03