Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 18 travelers

Overview

A New Listing for an experienced company and crew. Snorkel Big Island has been operating Manta Ray Snorkel Excursions for over 12 years. Attention to detail, safety, and our expert crew, set this excursion apart. During this tour we can visit either the northern manta site near the Kona airport, or venture further south to Keauhou depending on where the best manta sightings have been. Our licensed captains and dedicated guides pull out all the stops to make sure you get the best viewing possible.

Prior swimming & snorkeling experience is required to book this activity. Guest's must be able to independently climb up a side boat ladder. Not recommended for guest's who have undergone surgery or have mobility/physical restrictions. Not recommended for pregnant women. Contact tour operator for exceptions.

This family run business takes pride in sharing the importance of taking care or our land, ocean, animals, and each other.

Please arrive on time for the start of your scheduled tour.

What's included

Red Cross Licensed In-Water Guide/ Lifeguard
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Wetsuit

Private transportation
Gratuity
Prescription Snorkel Mask

What to expect

Check In for your Manta Ray Snorkeling Experience on the North side of Honokohau Small Boat Harbor. Our Welcoming Check-in attendant will fit you with a shorty wetsuit (included) to ensure the utmost comfortability during your snorkel experience.

Hop aboard our spacious, safe and comfortable USCG documented vessel for a 15-20 minute ride as our licensed and certified captains and guides narrate the views of the coastline.

Upon arrival at the snorkel site the crew will ensure your safety as you enter the water to snorkel up close and personal with Konas famous Manta Rays. In water guides will tell you interesting facts about the rays and wildlife that surround you.

All guests will hold on to our floating, custom light board, equipped with the most up to date, powerful, underwater lights. Giving our guests an advantage over other operators and ensuring you experience a wildlife encounter you will never forget.

Wetsuit, Snorkel Gear and personal attention is given to every guest as well as additional floatation and assistance for those request it.

Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor
Garden Eel Cove / Manta Heaven
Kahaluu-Keauhou

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We depart on the north side of Honokohau small boat harbor. The address is 74 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA (GOOGLE MAPS SEARCH: "Snorkel Big Island" and it will lead you to the correct side of the harbor.)

End point

We depart on the north side of Honokohau small boat harbor. The address is 74 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA (GOOGLE MAPS SEARCH: "Snorkel Big Island" and it will lead you to the correct side of the harbor.)

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Your safety is our priority! If you or anyone in your group would like a lifejacket please contact our reservation line.
Our Manta Policy: Manta Rays are wild animals and Snorkel Big Island cannot guarantee their presence. If a manta ray is not seen on your night out with us you may try again on a different night for a rebooking fee. Please keep in mind that seats may be extremely limited during certain times of the year. We usually are very successful in finding mantas for you; however if they decide to take the night off the costs involved with setting up the charter will not allow us to offer you a refund. We appreciate your business and understanding of this policy.
Please confirm your check in time directly with tour provider. Check in time may be up to 40 minutes prior to tour time.
Basic swimming skills are required
Previous snorkeling experience is required
Guests must be able to independently climb up a boat ladder
Guest must be able to converse in English to understand verbal instructions and safety briefings

Cancellation policy

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

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