MANTA RAY NIGHT DIVE IN KONA

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Join us for an evening of entertainment with a Manta Ray dive. On the dive, you descend into darkness and, in the beam of your light, watch the nightlife come alive. Watch in awe as Manta Rays glide in from the darkness to feed on the microscopic plankton attracted to your light.

You may also follow a hunting moray as it searches for its next meal. Watch as he attacks an unsuspecting tang, twists his body in a knot, and swallows the fish. Visit shy shrimp, crabs, delicate nudibranchs, and sleeping fish. It’s a wonderful way to spend the evening and enjoy Kona’s nightlife at its best!

Starting At
$159 USD
Duration
2-hour
Location
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawai'i

Special Instructions
- Divers Must Bring
  - Certified Divers bring C-Card
  - BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, Mask/Fins/Snorkel gear
- Dive Includes:
  - 1 Scuba Dive with a Professional Guide
  - Tanks and Weights and dive light
  - Sandwich, snacks, and drinks
- Rental gear available @ $40.00 / person.

From: $159^.00

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Manta Ray Night Dive or Snorkel From Honokohau Marina

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$159^.00
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$ 159^.00

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$ 129^.00

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Everyone in the group can swim 50 feet without additional floatation.

Everyone has prior snorkeling experience and feels comfortable being in the ocean.

Everyone in the group can climb a short ladder to re-board the boat.

No one in the group is more than 5 months pregnant or has shoulder, back, or neck issues.

At least one person in your party is fluent in English and can translate as needed.

Everyone will arrive on time and you acknowledge the forfeiting of your seat/s will occur if arriving 15 minutes past check-in. No refunds will be offered.

Everyone in the group understands that due to the nature of ocean conditions, being on a boat can be a bouncy and adventurous ride. Everyone will follow the instructions of the crew and captain to remain seated or hold onto railings if need be.
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Kona Manta Ray Dive Features

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Manta Guarantee

While we see mantas about 85% of the time, they are wild animals and their appearance is beyond our control. If you don’t see a manta on your night out, you can go again on another night on a space available, standby basis. Keep in mind that these spaces may be very limited, especially during the busiest times of the year. However, the offer never expires but is non-transferrable and has no refund or cash value.

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Fantastic Tour For Your Whole Group

Experience the ultimate Manta adventure that caters to everyone in your group - divers, snorkelers, and even younger children! Not only will you have the chance to witness the incredibly beautiful Hawaiian sunset from our boat, but you'll also get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. Our boat ride to the site is a quick 20-30 minutes, and once we're there, we'll provide a detailed briefing about these incredible animals as we soak in the breathtaking views of the sunset. Then, it's time to dive into the water and spend a thrilling 45 minutes with the Mantas. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience.

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Meet These Gentle Giants

Discover the world of Kona's local Mantas! Did you know that these incredible creatures can grow up to a whopping 15 ft. in wingspan and weigh over 1000 lbs.? With their unique and striking features, including their horn-shaped fins known as "cephalic fins," mantas are often referred to as "devil rays" or "devilfish."

Despite their intimidating appearance, mantas are actually gentle giants. Contrary to popular belief, they pose no threat to humans as they exclusively feed on tiny organisms such as plankton. No need to fear any hidden barbs or stingers here!

However, it's important to remember to admire these magnificent creatures from a distance. Touching them can potentially harm them by removing their protective mucus coating. Let's appreciate and preserve the beauty of mantas without causing them any harm.

Night Dive Manta Ray Tour Details

Highlights

Dive With Manta Rays Off Kona Coast
Rated Best Dive In Hawaiian Islands
Easy and Safe Ocean Access For All Levels
Scuba Dive & Snorkeling Options

Available Seven Nights A Week
Watch the Sunset
Beautiful 3 Hour Tour
Manta Sighting Guaranteed

Description

Experience the ultimate highlight of your vacation by diving with the majestic Manta Rays of Kona. This renowned dive, known as one of the top ten in the world, offers a surreal and unforgettable adventure. Dive or snorkel in the tranquil waters of a protected bay, surrounded by dive boats and a sandy area just 30 feet deep.

As you gather with fellow divers on the ocean floor, snorkelers float above, creating the perfect setting for an awe-inspiring encounter. Our lights attract the plankton, which in turn attracts the Mantas - these graceful creatures, with their wingspans of up to 15 feet and weighing over 1000 lbs, glide effortlessly between divers and snorkelers, performing continuous acrobatic flips as they feast on mouthfuls of plankton at their nightly buffet.

Don't miss the chance to witness this breathtaking spectacle that will leave you with cherished memories of your Hawaiian getaway.

Price & Availability

Manta Ray Night Dive or Snorkel From Honokohau Marina

Certified Divers	$159^.00
Snorkeler	$129^.00

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Itinerary

5:30 pm - Check-in
6:00 pm - Get in the ocean, along the Kona coastline just after sunset.
7:00 pm - Drawn by lights, witness Manta Ray feeding on plankton right in front of you
8:00 pm - Return to the shore after enjoying the show.

Instructions

OBSERVE ONLY	No touching. Resist the urge to “pet” the mantas. This will rub off their protective mucus coating. Do not chase, grab, or try to take a ride on the mantas. This doesn’t benefit the animal in any way.
DIVER POSITION	Divers must stay on or near the sand, rubble, or boulder bottom. The mantas need an open water column to maneuver. Avoid contact with coral, sea urchins, or other marine life. Form a semicircle with your group.
SNORKELER POSITION	Snorkelers must stay on the surface and keep their legs horizontal. Do not dive down into the water column.
LIGHTS	Divers, please shine lights up into the water column to attract plankton. Snorkelers, please shine lights down.
BUBBLES	Divers try to time their breathing so that they don’t blow bubbles up into the manta if it passes over their head.
TAKING PHOTOS or VIDEO	When taking underwater photos or videos, be considerate of people and mantas. Minimize your equipment in the water column and let the mantas come to you. These guidelines were first established in 1993 by manta dive operators in Kona, Hawai'i, and reviewed again in 2013 by manta tour operators (dive and snorkel operators).

Cancellation

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy.
Changes or cancellations made with less than 72 hours' notice will result in a full charge cancellation fee with no exceptions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Big Are Manta Rays?

Reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi) are the species that frequent these waters and have an average wingspan of about 10 feet. They have been known to reach 18 feet in length from wingtip to wingtip!
Do I Need To Be Certified To Dive With Manta Rays?

To scuba dive, you will need a basic scuba certification. Don’t worry if you don’t have one; you can snorkel with the manta rays instead. This option is terrific as well because you will be looking down from the surface where the manta rays are swimming to feed on plankton.
Am I Guaranteed To See Manta Rays?

Unfortunately, no, they are wild animals and can sometimes be unpredictable in when they appear. However, if you don’t see them on your evening with us, you can join us again (on a stand-by basis) for another chance at spotting them!
Are The Manta Rays Dangerous?

No, the Manta Rays are friendly and used to divers and snorkelers being in this area.

Do We Dive From The Shore Or From A Boat?

The manta ray night dive occurs from a boat. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the dive location once we leave the harbor.
Can I go to manta ray tour if I have no swimming experience?

You do not need any swimming skills. The manta ray experience is about floating on the surface and letting the marine life come to you. Wet suits and floaties help keep you buoyant and you hold onto floating lights which attracts the mantas to you.
What time does the manta ray tour end?

The best time to experience manta rays is when it gets dark. This will change throughout the year but generally you will be back at the pier by about 8PM.
How long the boat ride is to the manta site?

It is a short boat ride to the manta ray dive site, about 10-15 minutes on average.
What level of certification do you need to scuba dive at night for the manta ray dive?

You will need an Open Water Certification to participate in the Manta Ray dive. You will be attended by a certified instructor on this night dive.