MANTA RAY SNORKEL TOUR

An Unforgettable Evening Swimming with Manta Rays

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Manta rays are some of the most graceful creatures in the ocean today. And on this tour you will be able to get up close and personal with these gentle giants. You may think that manta rays are not safe to swim with, but the opposite is true.

While manta rays are cousins to stingrays, they actually have no barbs, teeth, or poison that could put guests in any danger. Manta rays may look intimidating because of their wingspan, which can sometimes exceed 15 ft. in width, but these ocean dwellers are gentle, friendly and primarily feed on plankton which are attracted by the bright lights onboard the vessel.

Starting At
$149 USD
Age
7 yrs+
Duration
1.5-hour
Location
Big Island, Hawaii

Included
- Complete snorkel gear, including wetsuits, provided for your comfort
- Warm up with complimentary hot drinks and soup served on board
- Enjoy alcoholic beverages for purchase post-snorkeling to unwind
Restrictions
- Not Wheelchair Accessible. Unfortunately, our vessels are not wheelchair accessible but we would be happy to refer you to a company that would be able to accommodate your upcoming tour.
- Full Face Snorkel Masks Are Not Permitted.
- Water is Provided On Board. Please bring a water flask if possible.
- Guests must be able to swim with prior snorkeling experience.
- Approximate Snorkel Time in Water: 45-Minutes

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1.5-Hour Evening Manta Ray Snorkel With Dinner From Keauhou Harbor

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Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Features

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Swim With Manta Rays

Of the abundant sea life in Hawaii, manta rays remain one of the most elegant creatures you can view while snorkeling or diving. Have an unforgettable encounter as you watch wild manta rays feed and play in the bright lights.

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Professional Guides

The benefit of embarking on a tour like this is having professional guides with extensive knowledge of manta rays to educate guests and answer questions. The guides on this tour will also ensure everyone has the snorkeling gear properly applied before joining you in the water to provide a safe and enjoyable experience.

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See Other Marine Life

While rays are the main focus of this tour, you will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the other nocturnal fish who call this part of Hawaii home. Brightly colored reef fish will also be attracted by the bright lights and abundant plankton in the water.

Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Details

Highlights

Ride aboard a state of the art vessel
All snorkel gear including wetsuits will be provided
Bright lights will be used to draw in plankton and manta rays

Knowledgeable guides will be there to answer questions
Hot drinks and soup will be served
Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase after snorkeling

Description

The tour begins with boarding the vessel close to sunset at Keauhou Bay. Departure time will vary depending on the season and when the sun will be setting. Manta rays are best viewed after dark because the post-sunset hours are their peak feeding time. After the vessel departs from Keauhou Bay guests will be taken to a popular snorkeling area 5-10 minutes down the coast nicknamed Manta Village. Bright lights are then placed in the water for two reasons, the first being that the light will attract plankton which is a manta ray’s chief food source, and the second is for visibility so guests will be able to view them from the surface with snorkel gear.

After the lights are in place and guests have applied their snorkel masks and accompanying gear they will be joined in the water by professional guides who will be there to assist. As the manta rays arrive to feed on the plankton, guests will have an unforgettable encounter with these beautiful creatures. Actual snorkel time in the water with the manta rays is approximately 45 minutes.

After re-boarding the vessel guests will be offered water, hot tea, hot chocolate, and a hot steaming cup of vegan soup. It can get chilly out on the open water after dark, but if you desire a cold beverage there will be a cash-only bar available on board with an assortment of beer, wine, soda, and juice. Return time to Keauhou Bay is expected to be 1.5 hours after departure, but keep in mind the tour may go longer depending on the manta ray’s feeding schedule.

Price & Availability

1.5-Hour Evening Manta Ray Snorkel With Dinner From Keauhou Harbor

SnorkelersAge 7 yrs+

$149^.00

Food & Drink

Cash bar (beer, wine, and soda – after snorkeling)
Hot drinks and hot vegan soup will be provided after snorkeling and re-boarding the vessel.

Instructions

All snorkel gear will be provided including wetsuits, but we ask that you bring a towel and a warm change of clothes.
This tour is only for adults and children over the age of 7.
The tour departs from Keauhou Bay at sunset. Please arrive a half hour prior for check in.
Hot drinks and soup will be available. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase after snorkeling
Allow for flexibility in your schedule, as the tour can run longer due to the manta ray’s feeding schedule.

Restrictions

Previous snorkeling experience is necessary for the Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour. Participants must be able to swim on their own without assistance or floatation devices, be comfortable in the ocean, and have prior snorkeling experience.

Cancellation

Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full refund.
No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Manta Rays Have Barbs, Stingers Or Teeth?

No, manta rays are the much gentler cousins of stingrays. They feed primarily on plankton and have no barbs or teeth that could potentially harm guests.
Will We See Manta Rays?

The area known as Manta Village is a hot spot for manta rays to feed, especially after the bright lights are placed in the water. On the rare occasion that no manta rays are spotted, you will have the opportunity to rebook your tour for another night.
Will There Be Food And Drinks Provided?

Yes, you will be able to enjoy water, hot drinks, hot soup and a cash-only bar on board the vessel.