Overview
Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel?
Manta Guarantee Policy
Didn’t see a manta ray? Come again for FREE until you do!*
(Based on availability. See full policy for details.)
Smaller Group Size than boat boats!
Avoid big boats that carry 25 to 50 guests.
Shorter Boat Ride
Get to the action faster with a quick 3-minute ride to the manta site—no long 30-minute boat ride like other operators.
Unmatched Light Power
Our custom light boards use over 200, 000 lumens of blue or white dive light, attracting more plankton and increasing your chances of manta sightings.*
(*Mantas are wild animals—sightings are common but not guaranteed.)
Statistically Better Later Tours
Later tours often have fewer boats and more manta activity, enhancing your experience.
Fully Staffed & Safety-Focused
Every tour includes a licensed captain, swim guide, and certified lifeguard to keep you safe and informed.
Water time is approximately 20 to 40 minutes
Packages & Options
NOT Snorkeling price option!
GUARANTEED Manta Ray Snorkel
Itinerary
Manta guarantee policy, if you don’t see them come again Free!
Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona!
After a 3 minute boat ride from the harbor, you’ll enter the water and float on the surface while holding onto our custom-built light board. The powerful 150,000+ lumen dive lights attract plankton, which in turn draw in majestic manta rays that glide and feed just inches below you. It’s a breathtaking, up-close experience guided by our professional team, including a licensed captain, swim guide, and certified lifeguard. Water time is approximately 20 to 40 minutes depending on various situations ocean conditions, etc.
*Statistically the later at night you go the more manta rays and the more time we have the manta rays increases significantly! The earlier you go, very crowded, making it harder to get manta rays
must know how to swim and be comfortable in open ocean conditions. Wetsuits & lifejackets are optional rentals and can be arranged. Free masks and snorkels are provided, or you may bring your own.
What’s Included
Inclusions
- Floatation Life Belt
- USCG Captain, Water snorkel guide & Lifeguard
- Dive lights with manta board to hang onto
- Mask + Snorkel
Exclusions
- Wetsuits are NOT mandatory. $10 upper Jacket or $20 Full Body Wetsuit
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
- Lifejackets are NOT mandatory. $10 lifejacket if wanted. We have free lifebelt and floating board
Meeting & Logistics
Special Instructions
ALOHA!
MUST READ EVERYTHING BELOW:
*GEAR:
• Mask & snorkel
• Floatation life belt / noodle
included items necessary to do the tour.
• Rental /cleaning fee
$10 lifejacket ( 12 & Younger FREE )
$10 upper body jacket wetsuit
$20 shorty full body wetsuit
$30 floating waterproof phone case
( based upon availability )
Wetsuits & lifejackets are NOT necessary to do the tour.
*DURATION & DELAY POLICY:
We can depart late upon rare situations.
Tour durations time and departure times are estimates — not exact.
Delays are normal in this industry especially with this particular tour!
*CAPACITY POLICY:
If the tour doesn't meet this minimum, we’ll move you to another time or day
*ABOUT THE BOAT:
RIB Zodiac Navy Seal Vessel
*Manta Guarantee Policy:
If No manta seen, come again free!
No refunds!
*TOUR LENGTH:
Approximately 45 minutes from dock to dock
From check-in to check out approximately
1 hour 20 minutes
Average water time is
Approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on many different situations
*TERMS:
Can swim
climb up a boat ladder
Weigh less than 275 LBS
No back/neck problem
5 years old minimum
*CAN BRING:
Must wear and arrive in swimsuits.
Sandals
Phone
Vehicle keys
Wallet
Towel
Gratuity for your captain & crew if wanted!
*CHECK-IN TIME:
The TOUR TIME you selected / purchased
is your check-in time.
Arrive 10 minutes before your check in time to find parking.
please do NOT check in with us before your check in time
The boat will depart / leave the dock approximately 30 minutes after check in
*CHECK IN ADDRESS:
78-7100 Kaleiopapa st.
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
NO parking in TRAILER area
FREE PARKING, SIDE OF THE STREET
OR
FREE PARKING IN THE BEACH PARKING LOT
Meet at the Tall White Rental Wetsuit Van across the street entrance of the OUT RIGGER RESORT & SPA sign with tall palm trees with Christmas lights and tiki torches.
The address provided is the correct road but does not take you directly to the check in van
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- 17 Guests maximum per group
- Not recommended for those who have recently undergone surgery or who may have mobility/physical restrictions.
- Maximum weight cannot exceed 275 pounds per guest.
