Bestseller

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island

2 hours
English
Mobile ticket
Gallery Main Image
Gallery Image 2
Gallery Image 3
Gallery Image 4
Gallery Image 5
Show all 21 photos

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with Giant Oceanic Manta Rays in their natural habitat on the Big Island! Enjoy the breathtaking Big Island sunset as we cruise to the best Kona Manta Ray snorkeling spot. Once we’re done swimming with the manta rays, relax and enjoy hot cocoa on our way back to the harbor. Book your Kailua Kona manta ray tour today for an unforgettable manta ray sunset snorkeling experience!

We do offer pick-up from select hotels for the sunset tour only for a small additional fee. Please call our office to request transportation. If you drive yourself, please arrive 30 minutes prior to the tour time.

Hotel list:

Waikoloa Resort-Queens Marketplace, Kohala Suites/Bay Club Hilton Grand Vacations, Shops at Mauna Lani Shopping Center, Fairmont Orchid, Shops at Mauna Lani Shopping Center, Four Seasons Hualalai Resort, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Kings' Land by Hilton Grand Vacations Club, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hapuna Beach Resort

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed

What To Expect

Join Iruka Hawaii for a manta ray snorkel at sunset or under the stars. Departing from Honokohau Harbor, you’ll board our speedboat KIBOU and cruise the Kona coast! After sunset, gear up and head to Manta Ray Heaven, a site only accessible by boat. Submerged lights called “campfires” attract plankton, drawing in manta rays to feed. Float on a lighted platform and watch these gentle giants glide and roll below. This Big Island night snorkel is calm and beginner-friendly, with lifeguard-certified guides supporting all ages. First time snorkeling? We’ll offer simple tips to help you feel confident before entering the water. After 45 minutes in the water, enjoy hot cocoa, tea, and snacks as we cruise back under the stars. Named one of the “Top 10 Things to Do in Your Lifetime” by The Travel Channel, it’s the perfect end to an unforgettable night. Family-friendly and open to all ages. If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication an hour before departure. You’re welcome to bring food and drinks. Alcohol is allowed after snorkeling (no glass bottles). Look for whales from November to March. Private manta ray charters available. Book your Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour today!

Options

Ride-Along Option

Ride Along : For those who would like to join in the fun but not participate in the snorkel/water portion of our tour.

Snorkeling and Swim With Manta Rays

What‘s Included

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.

Free Go Pro photos from our crew - Trip dependent/no guarantee

Available upon transportation request

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.83

444 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

411
11
9
5
8
  • W👀W

    Dream48776871322,Jun 26, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Truly one of the more magical and remarkable experiences in my life. Lena was a fantastic Captain and got us to the spot effectively and gave us just the right amount of warning to make it not too terrifying when these majestic 25 foot+ wide creatures looped around right below us. Diego was incredibly knowledgeable and offered tons of information about Manta Rays (earning them a spot among my favorite animals) and also great recordings of the entire process. Nick also held it down and kept the whole experience flawless. 10/10 would 100% recommend.

    Dream48776871322's photo 1
  • if you enjoy seeing beatufil creatures and night boat rides this is for you

    823isaiahc,Jun 26, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Trevor, Maddy, and the two other crew members were all very polite on this trip. Honestly, I believe this experience was worth way more than what we paid. We managed to see 3 manta rays in total, and they were absolutely amazing. We had a giant family of about 8 people, including 6 kids ranging from ages 10 to 19 (2 boys and 4 girls). Everyone on the crew was so friendly from the moment we got there and made the whole process easy, especially with the kids. They also informed us of everything really well through the email we received after booking. It explained what to bring and what to expect, which was very helpful. Once we got into the water, we almost immediately saw one manta ray, then another. They swam so close to us that I was actually worried about accidentally making contact because I know you're supposed to protect the manta's coating. Watching them glide through the water was honestly hypnotizing. We also saw so many little fish of all different kinds, which made the experience even better. The manta rays really made this vacation special, and I felt like I owed the crew this review because the entire family enjoyed it. Taking care of 6 kids can definitely be a hassle, especially since they're usually the biggest critics when it comes to complaining, but every single one of them loved it. They all said they've probably never been that close to such beautiful animals before. The whole experience was amazing. I honestly don't see how anyone couldn't enjoy this unless they have a severe fear of sea animals. Otherwise, this is something I'll never forget. Thank you to Trevor, Maddy, the rest of the crew, and of course the manta rays (I forgot the names you gave them 😅) for such an unforgettable experience! :)

    823isaiahc's photo 1
  • Perfect manta experience - 10/10

    Roxy2498,Jun 23, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a wonderful experience with this crew - they operated like a perfect team. Tamae took incredible pics and videos and shared them with us all, so we could focus on just enjoying it. She kept check in organized and efficient. Diego was not only the joking entertainer but also shared great facts about wildlife and the area, and was incredibly attentive to and helpful with my anxious young daughter in the water and me when I got seasick. Nick was the quieter workhorse, managing all the equipment and helping with anything & everything that needed to be done. Captain Trevor drove safely and efficiently, and also stopped and drove us to see a dolphin pod. And, the mantas showed up and shined for us! It was just an overall fantastic adventure - highly recommend!!

  • Amazing time with Manta Rays!

    kathymR8990BF,Jun 22, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This is a must do on Kona - Night Snorkel with Manta Rays! We saw Manta Rays for over an hour. One did 5 flips right below me coming within a foot of my face mask! It was a magical time!

  • Amazing trip and...

    Sandy C,Jun 21, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Amazing trip and experience! The mantas were so close! Finding the meeting point was the only issue…right side of harbor.

  • Very organized and an...

    Abigayle W,Jun 20, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Very organized and an amazing experience. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

    Abigayle W's photo 1
  • The crew made the experience as amazing as it could be

    L2555JXkyleb,Jun 20, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    crew was great, experience was amazing! crew went above and beyond to help my girlfriend when she was having issues with her mask. it got tangled in her hair while in the water and Madi somehow untangled while we were all in the water and got her defogged and good to go!!! the rest of the crew Trev, Nick, and Diego all played their roles to an amazingly successful evening!!! they are the best and got us right where the mantas were!!!!

  • Staff exceeded expectations

    Jerad M,Jun 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Brought my pregnant fiancé and they made it super easy and fun. Thankful for the experience and the careful attention form

  • Wonderful experience!

    Monica V,Jun 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful experience! I was scared at first (night snorkeling in the ocean) but the team and captain were extremely supportive and knowledgeable about every detail. I would highly recommend this excursion, plus they took awesome videos of the mantas! We immediately saw 1-2 mantas and a total of 4 by the end. It was as beautiful! After mantas, the captain shut off all lights on boat and let us see and admire the beautiful night sky! Highly recommend!

  • Subpar

    Crystal L,Jun 11, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    This was our second manta ray night snorkeling trip. The first trip was July 2025 with our daughter (and a different charter company). We were excited to share the experience with our 18 year old son because the first go around was SO good. What a disappointment. First off this company charges you for wet suits and life jackets on top of what was already paid. We opted to go without since we are decent swimmers and knew what to expect. Then they have you board a small boat stuffed with people and a very disorganized crew. The one female crew member kept walking over us (more like on us) literally. 2 or 3 mantas came near us, I’d say about 15-20 feet within the first 10min. All the mantas were hanging out around the other charters because they had much better lights w/float boards. We were literally hanging onto pvc that was zip tied to a surfboard that had holes drilled through it for the lights to sit in. We could hear all the other charters screaming and having a good time their crew was telling them facts about mantas, mean while we had one adolescent boy holding the line so we wouldn’t all end up bunched up against to boat. It was almost humorous how bad it was. I assume we were not the only people disappointed. We were one of the last groups to disembark the vessel and the tip jar was empty. We left a tip regardless, because the young boy Jack was working hard. Will never book with them again.

From
US$100.00
Free Cancel
Select Date & Pax
Check Availability
Check availability

Secure Checkout

  • messenger
  • whatpsapp
  • zalo
From
US$100.00
Check availability