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Manta Ray night snorkel is a MUST DO while in Hawaii. It’s a lifetime opportunity to see up close giant manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the neon lights. Join us for a memorable and magical moment of a night time with beautiful manta rays gracefully gliding through the water. We guarantee seeing Manta Rays or your next excursion is on us!
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Hang Loose Boat Tours, 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
2 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
MUST HAVE PREVIOUS SWIMMING AND SNORKELING EXPERIENCE OR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET IN THE WATER!!!
MUST BE comfortable in the water, be comfortable using floatation if needed (we have Ride Along option available for non-swimmers)
Not wheelchair accessible
Must be in good health and fit condition, must be able to climb a short ladder
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled by the supplier, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Recommended to bring towel, clothes for change, sweatshirt or light jacket
Age restriction: minimum age allowed is 2 years old; maximum age allowed is 70 years old (unless approved by the supplier)
Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems or injuries within the last 3 years
Not recommended for pregnant travelers in an advanced pregnancy
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Andy C
Truly a life changing experience. Snorkeling with the mantas was such a breathtaking experience that I will never forget. I knew, and expected this to be a larger boat - it was a double decker boat with probably 40 passengers, 2 guides and the captain. I think everyone alleviated the provision of wet suit tops, after sundown the water can feel cold quickly.
After arriving at the manta snorkel site, the crew puts the light boards in the water and everyone gets in the water. Each person holds onto the boards, shoulder to shoulder while the crew distribute pool noodles to keep everyone’s feet afloat. Unfortunately, I had to share a noodle, which ended up being taken by my noodle partner midway through the experience. The crew didn’t notice until the final minutes of being in the water. Luckily, I’m a good snorkeler and for the most part was able to keep my legs at the surface. Another note - is that the passengers are of all different snorkeling/swimming abilities- something to keep in mind about your potential neighbor when you line up to get in the water.
Our lights attracted half a dozen or more mantas, which spent the entire hour doing barrel rolls and swimming beneath the lights, catching plankton. They would often harmlessly bump into the snorkelers.
An amazing experience for sure!
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Posted On : 2024-04-27
Posted By : Paul_C
The Manta Ray trip was a fantastic. The crew were knowledgable and helpful and the swim boat trip was smooth. Overall, the experience went quite well and we'll remember it for years to come.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Brett_R
Excellent time, great experience. Able to a lot of Manta Ray’s m, as well as quite few dolphins feeding at night.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Kevin_I
It was great experience! Who would have thought you would see so many Manta Rays. Staff were very kind and helpful. I would recommend anyone to experience this at least once in your life.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Laurene_R
My kids were afraid at first, thankfully they had life jackets and pool noodles to make them feel extra safe jumping into ocean water at night. Staff was very helpful and seemed used to the kids. Some people around us got seasick which is expected and unavoidable- perhaps a reminder during the welcome talk about looking at land- not waves- would help prevent this.
There were a TON of mantas. Like, every second, sometimes three swooping in at a time, felt addicting to watch. SO worth it!!!
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Sarah_N
One of the coolest experiences we’ve had in Hawaii. Ryan & crew were awesome! Super funny & entertaining. Highly recommend it to everyone.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Cyndi_K
It was a great experience. I am so glad we did it. The crew was wonderful It was very fun. I would definitely do it again
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : lisakW7564KS
Jacob, Vince, and Danny were the best! It was an amazing experience! Only place on earth to see these magnificent creatures up close. Don’t miss it!
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Olivia_M
Jacob and team were fab, they made everything run smoothly and made it fun (with what I expect was a challenging group as one big family all screamed every time a manta ray came near them) but without a doubt, the mantas are the stars of the show. Wow, just wow!
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Chandra_M
We loved our experience seeing the manta rays. We were a little nervous beforehand, but felt very safe throughout the experience. Would definitely recommend this while visiting Kona!!!
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
