BIG ISLAND · CERTIFIED DIVER - 2 TANK NIGHT MANTA DIVE
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Photo: Operator
From
$100
Duration
Evening / ~2.5 Hours
Tour type
Night Snorkel Tour
Island
Big Island
Overview
- Kona is one of the few places in the world with reliable nightly manta ray encounters
- Underwater lights attract plankton, which draws feeding mantas close to snorkelers
- Highest quality score in this operator's lineup (98)
Kona's manta ray night snorkel is one of the Big Island's signature experiences - boats anchor over a known feeding area, lights are lowered into the water to attract plankton, and manta rays (sometimes several at once) feed just below the surface, often within feet of snorkelers.
Tripreviewall's Take
One of the best wildlife encounters on the Big Island - book this even if you only do one night activity.
Good for
- Anyone who can swim comfortably in open water at night
- Wildlife and photography enthusiasts
Worth knowing
- Manta sightings are very likely but never 100% guaranteed - ask about the operator's track record/rebooking policy
- Night ocean swimming can be disorienting for first-timers - confirm comfort level before booking if you're a nervous swimmer
Ratings from every source we could find
Tripreviewall
4.5
88 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.5
88 reviews
GetYourGuide
4.5
50 reviews
Viator
4.5
25 reviews
Google Maps — Summarized by Our Team
Manta ray night snorkeling off Kailua-Kona is widely regarded across operators as one of the top wildlife experiences in Hawaii, with high, consistent sighting rates due to a stable resident manta population in the area.
Ratings and review counts are checked periodically and may not reflect same-day changes on each platform.
Location
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Exact meeting point and pickup details are confirmed at booking via FareHarbor.
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