Swim With Manta Rays on Kona’s Most Iconic Night Snorkel Tour
Experience the magic of a manta ray night snorkel in Kona, Hawaii — one of the most unforgettable wildlife encounters in the world. As darkness falls, powerful underwater lights attract plankton, drawing graceful manta rays that glide, loop, and feed just inches below you.
Our Kona manta ray night snorkel tour departs from Keauhou Bay and features small group sizes, experienced local guides, and one of the shortest boat rides to the manta site — giving you more time in the water and less time commuting.
$99 Adults Ages 18+
$95 Discounts for *Not snorkeling OR 17 & younger OR military*
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Details
Tour Duration: Approximately 45-60 min
Location: Keauhou Bay, Kona, Big Island of Hawaii
Boat Ride: ~3 minutes to the manta site
Water Time: Around 30–45 minutes with manta rays
- Includes:
- Mask & snorkel ( No prescription masks )
- Waist flotation belt
- Wetsuit Rental Available (Inquire at check-in)
-Life Jacket Rental Available (Inquire at check-in)
-GoPro Rental Available (Inquire at check-in)
-Prescription Mask Rental (Inquire at check-in)
This is one of the most efficient and comfortable night manta snorkel tours in Kona available.
Why Choose Our Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour
Not all night manta snorkels in Kona are the same. Here’s what sets this experience apart:
Small Group Experience
Enjoy a more personal and uncrowded manta ray night snorkel in Kona compared to large tour boats with 25-65 peopleShort Boat Ride from Keauhou Bay – 3 minutes
Reach the manta ray site in just 3 minutes — less time on the boat, more time snorkeling.High Manta Ray Sighting Rates
Kona is one of the most reliable places in the world to snorkel with manta rays at night.Powerful Light Setup
Our lights (200,000 lm) attract plankton, creating ideal feeding conditions that bring manta rays directly beneath you. Brighter light attracts more Manta Rays at nightLater tour times
We offer later tours than any other boat, giving you more opportunities to see the Mantas and spend more time with them. However, we also offer the same early tours.
If you’re searching for the best manta ray night snorkel in Kona, this tour delivers an unforgettable, bucket-list experience.
What to Expect on Your Night Manta Snorkel in Kona
Your adventure begins just after sunset at Keauhou Bay. After a short boat ride, you’ll enter calm ocean waters and float comfortably at the surface while holding onto a custom snorkel board equipped with bright lights.
As plankton gathers in the glow, manta rays arrive to feed, performing graceful underwater ballet moves — barrel rolls, glides, and close passes that create jaw-dropping moments.
No diving required. You’ll float effortlessly while watching manta rays soar beneath you in their natural habitat.
This Kona night snorkel with manta rays is ideal for:
First-time snorkelers with basic swimming ability
Families with older children
Couples and solo travelers
Oceav lovers and photographers
Tips for Your Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Arrive early for check-in and parking
Bring a towel and dry clothes for after the tour
Skip sunscreen at night (reef-safe only if needed earlier)
Consider a GoPro or underwater camera for incredible footage
Relax and float — manta rays do the rest
Are Manta Rays Guaranteed?
Manta rays are wild animals, and sightings can never be guaranteed. That said, Kona has one of the highest manta ray success rates in the world, and this tour consistently sees manta rays thanks to ideal conditions and proven techniques.
In the rare event mantas are not seen, on your tour with us, you may try again on the same night as your tour, on a different night, or on your next visit to Hawaii for FREE, based upon availability, an hour before each tour! :)
No refunds.
Frequently Asked Questions – Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona
A guided nighttime snorkeling experience where underwater lights attract plankton, drawing manta rays close to the surface so snorkelers can observe them safely.
Basic swimming ability is recommended, but no advanced snorkeling experience is required.
Yes. You’ll receive a full safety briefing, flotation support, and in-water assistance from trained guides.
Manta rays often swim just inches below snorkelers — an awe-inspiring but completely safe experience.
Yes, for confident swimmers. Check age requirements before booking.
This manta ray tour was amazing
This manta ray tour was amazing. It started off with very clear instructions for what to bring, check in time and parking. Once we got there, the van was easy to spot and clearly marked. Natalie was really helpful in orienting everyone and offering us wetsuits, life jackets and snorkels. The team on the boat were really helpful and efficient in getting us to where the mantas are feeding. Seeing these animals up close is a must do if you are in Kona and this is the tour company to go with!
Snorkeling with manta rays is an amazing must-do bucket list item
The Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour is a unique and mesmerizing experience that takes participants on an unforgettable journey into the depths of the ocean after sunset. Located off the coast of Kona, Hawaii, this tour offers a rare opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays in their natural habitat, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Take a nighttime Kona manta tour with us.
Snorkeling with manta rays is an amazing must-do bucket list item. Encounter with Manta Rays: Manta rays are gentle giants of the ocean, known for their graceful movements and distinctive wing-like fins. The Kona manta rays feed on plankton which are attracted to light. Our manta ray lights are brighter than other vendors, attracting more plankton. The Kona mantas rays literally eat it up! We have later booking times, which provides a more private viewing experience. We hope you choose us for your Kona manta tour. You have the experience of a lifetime!
