Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Hang Loose Boat Tours

Overview

The Kona manta ray night snorkel from Hang Loose Boat Tours is a 2.5-hour evening trip from Honokohau Harbor's north ramp, with wetsuit top, snorkel gear and snacks included at $145.89 per adult. It suits experienced snorkelers comfortable in open ocean after dark. The drawback: departure times and group size are unpublished; we read one review.

Highlights

• Priced at $145.89 adult, $122.55 child (5–11) and $46.68 infant on Greetwell as of October 2026, with a non-snorkeling ride-along option mentioned on the operator's site.
• Snorkel, mask, optional flotation jacket, jacket-style wetsuit top and snacks (chips, granola bars, juice, water) are included; the boat has a restroom.
• Operator rated 4.8 from about 1,100 Google reviews on Greetwell as of October 2026, with 94% of guests recommending.
• Check-in is at the pavilion beside the public restrooms at Honokohau Marina's north boat ramp, 4.5 miles south of Kona Airport.
• Previous swimming and snorkeling experience and comfort in open ocean are required; not recommended for recent back or neck injuries, serious heart conditions or advanced pregnancy.

What to Expect

1. Take motion sickness medicine in the morning and again an hour before departure if you need it, as the operator advises.
2. Arrive in your swimsuit at the pavilion next to the public restrooms at Honokohau Marina north boat ramp, 74-381 Kealakehe Pkwy, where a crew member meets you.
3. The boat runs to the manta site along the Kona coast; the operator says timing can shift with weather, traffic and manta activity.
4. Crew fit the wetsuit top, mask and snorkel and explain how to float on the surface holding a light board.
5. You hang on the board while lights attract plankton and mantas feed below; one September 2026 reviewer praised the captain's briefing on local culture and history.
6. Snacks and drinks are served after the swim and the boat returns to the harbor about 2.5 hours after departure.

What to Bring

• Swimsuit worn before departure
• Towel and change of clothes
• Warm long-sleeve jacket or sweatshirt for the ride back
• Motion sickness medicine, taken in advance

Restrictions and Requirements

• Previous swimming and snorkeling experience; comfort in open ocean required
• Ages 2 to 80 unless approved by the operator
• Not recommended with recent back or neck injuries, serious heart conditions or advanced pregnancy
• Schedule may change with weather and manta activity

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. Full refund if the operator cancels for weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged in full. Checked October 2026 on Greetwell.

Location

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Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii

Meeting Point

Honokohau Marina North Boat Ramp, 74-381 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740; check in at the pavilion next to the public restrooms

Check-In

Time not published; confirmed at booking

Parking and Getting There

Large harbor lot: after entering Honokohau Harbor take the first right, follow the road left to the lot, then drive left toward the boat ramp (operator directions)

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