Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

4.6 (1,320 reviews) Big Island of Hawaii, USA
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Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Ensure a manta ray sighting on this 2.5-hour night tour. Head out in Kona, one of the best places in the world to see mantas, to see the sunset over the water before jumping in to enjoy swimming with manta rays in their underwater nighttime realm. "Manta safari" guides escort you around the site with a mobile light show that attracts these gentle and fascinating creatures. Relax on the observation deck with unobstructed viewing and plenty of room to move around. All snorkel equipment, including swimming noodles and wetsuits are included.

Options

Ride Along - Boat ride only

No swim or snorkel option: The "Ride Along" option is for those who DO NOT want to participate in the snorkeling activities. Viewing from the boat only.

Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Manta Ray Night Snorkel

What's included

  • Swimming Noodle
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Snacks
  • Snorkel equipment including wet suits
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Depart from the Honokohau Harbor heading to Manta site. Enjoy a leisurely ride. The mantas are peaceful and mesmerizing. This is a family friendly event.

Basic swimming experience is required to participate in the snorkeling activities.
There is a "Ride Along" option (Non Swimming) should you wish to stay on the boat.

We provide snorkel, mask, wetsuit jacket, swimming noodles for flotation; snacks & bottled water beverages included.

There are life jackets on board yet they are NOT for snorkeling. If you require additional flotation vests, you may purchase your own snorkel vest in our store.

Please note that Hawaii is a chain of 7 islands. Please make sure you are booking on the appropriate island. We are located on the big island of Hawaii in Kailua Kona. Refunds will NOT be authorized once you are out of the 24 hour cancellation policy. It is the customers responsibility to understand what island they are booking this trip on.

Please note, should the wildlife NOT cooperate we do invite you back again for free. We do not in any way offer discounts or refunds.

We do NOT provide RX snorkeling masks. You will need to provide your own should you need this.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please join us at Bite Me Sportfishing Logo and Charter Shop 30 minutes prior to departure for check-in. For swimmers, please wear your bathing suits and bring towels and sunblock for day trips.

End point

Please join us at Bite Me Sportfishing Logo and Charter Shop 30 minutes prior to departure for check-in. For swimmers, please wear your bathing suits and bring towels and sunblock for day trips.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under the age of 5 must provide their own life vests
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Collapsible-wheelchair accessible—if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own assistant.
  • Please note the departure time throughout the year adjusts to the sunsetting sky. Jan 1- March 31 departure time is 5:30PM and 8:30pm April 1- September 31 departure time is 6PM and 9pm, October 1- December 31 departure time is 5PM and 8pm. You will be placed where there is availability. Please call 24 hours prior to confirm departure time.
  • Must know how to swim to participate.

Cancellation policy

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

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