1-tank Manta Ray
Night EcoAdventures
directions_boatCHECK-IN LOCATION: Honokohau Harbor in Kona, Hawaii
scuba_divingPROVIDED GEAR: 3mm wetsuit, tanks, weights, mask, fins, & snorkel
mark_email_unread EMAIL CONFIRMATION: Directions will be emailed to you after booking.
poolPROFESSIONAL PADI CREW: Divers are led by our divemasters & instructors
Join us for an EcoAdventure you will remember for a lifetime! This world-famous Kona dive/snorkel trip has been featured in numerous Travel, National Geographic, and Discovery Channel Documentaries. Making it the #1 activity to do on the big island. The Hawaiian Kona Coast is home to over 240 resident Manta Rays and each has been identified and named. Much like a fingerprint is unique to each human, Manta Rays have distinguishing black and white markings on their underside that are used to identify them nightly. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will instruct you on how to encounter these amazing creatures so we can protect the mantas and their habitat.
TOUR TIMES & DAYS
our 1-tank Manta Ray tours are offered everyday.
Check-in time: varies month to month for sunset viewing
Tour Duration: 3 Hours
Guest Options & Pricing
OW CERTIFIED DIVERS
$155 +taxes & fees
GEAR RENTALS
BCD $20 +tax | Regulator $20 +tax
3mm wetsuit, tanks, mask, fins, weights, & snorkel included in pricing.
SNORKELERS
$125 +tax & fees
SNORKELING GEAR
A 3mm shorty wetsuit, mask, fins, & snorkel
will be provided for all snorkelers
RIDE ALONGS
$125 +tax & fees
NOTE:
Ride alongs will not enter the water during the tour and the chances of seeing the mantas from the boat are slim.
Charter Note:
All diver options will be on the same charter.
All dive levels welcome and will be lead by our best
PADI divemasters & dive instructors.
All divers and snorkelers must know how to swim.
Attention Divers! Altitude Restrictions:
All divers must wait 18-24 hours before traveling to elevations above 2,000ft after diving. This includes any type of flying, visiting Hilo, National Volcano Park, and Mauna Kea. Please double check the elevation levels of of your accommodates and anywhere you plan to visit during your stay on the Big Island.
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
O.W. Certified Diver Requirements
❗Divers must have at least 18 hours after diving before flying or going above 2000ft elevation.
(This includes traveling to Mauna Kea, Saddle Rd., Volcano Natl. Park, driving to HILO, helicopter tours, & flights.) Going to high altitude/elevation after diving is unsafe due to the risk of decompression illness.
❗The diver weight limit is 280 lbs.
✔︎ All divers must be at least open-water certified.
✔︎ Minors must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
✔︎ Jr Divers must be 12 years & up due to the depth range of the dive. Due to the 40ft depth restriction: "Scuba Divers" & 10-11-year-old Jr divers cannot dive this charter.
Snorkeler Requirements
❗Snorkelers must know how to swim 50 yards unassisted without flotation devices. (We do not provide flotation devices).
❗Due to safety regulations, the individual snorkeler weight limit is 280 lbs.
❗Minors must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
CHARTER DETAILS
Charter Itinerary
Join us for an unforgettable adventure! Check in with our friendly crew at our boat. (Follow the directions in your confirmation email for a smooth start). We’ll set sail on a scenic 30-minute cruise along the Kona coast to the manta site, where you'll enjoy a breathtaking, unobstructed sunset. Our expert crew will pass our gear and share fascinating insights about the Kona manta rays. As night falls, experience the thrill of viewing these gentle giants up close! Once back onboard, it’s a 25-30 minute boat ride back to the harbor, ending an evening to remember!
Included Features
✔︎ 3-hour Duration
✔︎ Tour led by our professional Captains, snorkel guides, & divemasters.
✔︎ Relaxing sunset cruise along the Kona coast.
✔︎ Certified Divers: 1-tank dive with the Kona manta rays at night.
✔︎ Snorkelers: snorkel with the Kona manta rays at night. (35-45 minutes)
✔︎ Included Snorkel Gear: 3mm shorty wetsuit, mask, snorkel, & fins.
✔︎ Included Scuba Gear: 3mm full wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, dive torch, & tank.
✔︎ Complimentary snacks, juices, soft drinks, & iced water.
What To Bring Abroad!
✔︎ A bathing suit (underneath your street clothes)
✔︎ A towel and a jacket or sweater
CERTIFIED DIVERS:
Please bring your physical certification card or a digital copy
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❗If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend consulting with your doctor about taking Dramamine before the charter.
Add-Ons
GoPro 11 Black $45 + tax
Extra Wetsuit $10 + tax
Why YOU should dive with us!
We’re NOT in the cattle business!
At Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii, we’re all about giving you the best bang for your buck! Our charters are designed to give you an unforgettable experience on the Big Island. We offer longer tours than most others so you can relax and enjoy all the marine life and other highlights. - Why rush? We don’t schedule multiple tours back-to-back, so your group will always be our top priority for a fun and enjoyable experience!
We’ve received over 5,000+ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews!
Safety is our #1 Priority!
We prioritize safety above all else to ensure that guests have a secure and enjoyable experience while interacting with these majestic creatures.
✔︎ Our crew, composed of PADI-certified professionals, follows strict safety protocols and provides expert guidance throughout the entire ocean tour.
✔︎ We provide top quality, well-maintained snorkeling and diving gear.
✔︎ Before entering the water, guests receive clear instructions on how to safely observe manta rays without disturbing their natural behavior.
✔︎ We educate guests on responsible marine life interaction, emphasizing a no-touch policy to protect both divers and manta rays.
✔︎ Tours are conducted with minimal environmental impact, ensuring the preservation of Hawaii’s marine ecosystem.
The best crew on island!
We’re proud to have the best crew in Kona! Our team is made up of passionate, fun, and highly experienced professionals who love what they do—sharing the incredible manta ray magic with you! Everyone is dedicated to making your experience safe, exciting, and unforgettable. Whether your a beginner snorkeler or you're a seasoned diver, our crew is here to help, answer questions, and make sure you have the best night of your trip! Come join us and see why our guests rave about our amazing team!
No Manta Guarantee is honored for a lifetime!
Manta Rays are wild creatures and seasonal changes, surf conditions, and plankton in the water influence their presence. No guarantees are made for their presence, however, you may come again for FREE if the animal of your adventure is not sighted during your charter. Our ‘No Manta Guarantee’ is a lifetime guarantee. If you cannot join us again during your stay, we will hold on to your information and you can reschedule for a future date. We do not offer refunds for ‘No Manta’ evenings.
Our Boats
MANTALORIAN DIVE BOAT
Carries both divers & snorkelers
Guest capacity: 26
Available for 1 & 2 tank Manta Private Charters
THE MANTA DIVE BOAT
Carries both divers & snorkelers
Guest capacity: 20
Available for 1 & 2 tank Manta Private Charters
REMORA SNORKEL BOAT
Carries ONLY snorkelers
Guest Maximum: 6
Available for Manta Snorkel Private Charters
Our Policies
48- Hr
Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be canceled up to 48 hours prior to departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure will be charged full price. This also includes making any changes to the booking. Guests arriving LATER THAN 5 minutes after the check-in time will be forfeited and not refunded. If canceled within 48 hours or not present at check-in, the return trip will be considered redeemed and cannot be rescheduled.
No Manta
Guarantee
Manta Rays are wild creatures and seasonal changes, surf conditions, and plankton in the water influence their presence. No guarantees are made for their presence, however, you may come again for FREE if the animal of your adventure is not sighted during your charter. Our ‘No Manta Guarantee’ is a lifetime guarantee. If you cannot join us again during your stay, we will hold on to your information and you can reschedule for a future date. We do not offer refunds for ‘No Manta’ evenings.
Check-in Time
Policy
It is all parties' responsibility to arrive on time for their charters.
Our EcoAdventures check in at the Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor. The check-in time is listed above by the date of the charter. Please arrive at the harbor with enough time to park, gather your items, and walk over to our Slip C-01.
Please be present to check in with our Team members NO LATER THAN 5 minutes after the above check-in time. If you are not present your tour will be subject to be forfeited.
Taxes &
Fees
All EcoAdventures will be charged Sales Tax (4.7120%),
Harbor Use Fee (3%) & Online Booking Fee (5%).
All major credit cards are accepted.
Prices are subject to change.
Trip
Protection
Purchasing Trip Protection allows you to cancel or reschedule your tour at any time for any reason up to 24 hours before the tour start time. You will be reimbursed for the full amount of each ticket, less the cost of trip protection and processing fees. No-shows will not be reimbursed. Parties arriving LATER THAN 5 minutes after the charter’s check-in time will be forfeited and not reimbursed.
*Trip Protection is not available to students or DSDs.
Charter Minimum
Guest Requirement
This charter requires a minimum of 4 guests booked to run. Charter minimums are at the company’s discretion based on guests necessities and the makeup of the charter.
If we have to make any changes we will contact all guests as soon as possible via phone, text, and email.
Charter Safety
Regulations
In the event of unsafe weather or high surf conditions, our captains will assess the conditions and make the final decision. A scheduled charter may have to be canceled if the conditions are unsafe. We will reach out to all parties & offer a chance to reschedule or a full refund.
No Alcohol
Policy
We have a strict policy against drinking alcohol before and during our EcoAdventures.
❗We reserve the right to refuse service, with no refund, if you have booked and have ignored our expected safety standards outlined on our website and
during the reservation process. We reserve the right to refuse service if we feel it is unsafe for you to participate in this activity for any reason.
Our #1 priority is safety for all our guests and crew.
Our Discounts
We wish to honor the following groups with a 15% discount.
All American educators, military members, firefighters, and police officers.
Many mahalos for your service!
We also wish to extend discounts to Hawaiian residents and parties with
8 or more guests. To receive a discount code, please fill out the form below and
attach an photo ID or a check stub.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend booking at least 2 to 3 weeks BEFORE your desired date, as our Manta Ray Night EcoAdventures are extremely popular and sell out almost every night.
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We check in directly at our boat docked in the Honokohau Harbor. Check-in times vary monthly to match the sunset and will be listed in your confirmation email.
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Typically, we go to Garden Eel Cove by the airport. However, the captain will pick the best site to visit each night based on ocean conditions.
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No, please arrive at the time listed in our confirmation email. We will pull the gear based on the heights and weights provided in the reservations.
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Over 200+ manta rays call the Kona Coast home, and there is an 85% chance of viewing them all year round!
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If you are a PADI-certified diver, you may obtain an e-card immediately from the PADI website. If you are a certified diver with SSI, SDI, or NAUI, you can verify your certification by visiting their websites. Then, please show it to our divemaster at check-in with a photo ID. If you need assistance, call us as soon as possible.
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Yes, since this is a night dive per PADI regulations, all divers must be at least open-water certified and 12 years and up; if you are not an open-water certified diver, we highly recommend snorkeling with the rays.
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The average water temperature is around 76 °F, and in the summer months can be up to 80°F.
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Once it gets dark, you’ll enter the water with your divemaster for a one-tank dive of about 45 minutes of downtime.
The cove’s depth ranges from 35-53 ft. -
Once it gets dark, you’ll enter the water with your snorkel guide and gather around our paddle board with built-in lights and handles. You’ll be in the water for about 35-45 minutes.
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No, we highly recommend waiting 18 hours or more before going to any elevation over 2000 ft.
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Please book on our Divers & Snorkelers Boat, The Manta, for this EcoAdventure. We also recommend booking the party under one reservation.
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Mainly that the 5 hour tour includes a chance to dive or snorkel at a reef before sunset! Where we can hopefully see various marine. Then we’ll travel to the manta site, watch the sunset on the water and once it’s dark we’ll enter the water to view the gentle giants of the sea! The 3 hour tour includes a relaxing cruise along the Kona coast, watching the sunset on the water, and the night dive or snorkel with the world famous mantas! Both tours are super fun, and just depend on how much time you like to be on the water and which duration fits in with your schedule.
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No, for the safety of all guests and our crew members we do not allow this option. Anyone 17 years and under needs to be with a parent or guardian at all times.
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The ride-along option is for those who wish to join their parties for the tour but not enter the water. They would enjoy a nice view of the Kona Coast and the sunset on the water. It is very unlikely a ride long will see the rays from the boat. All ride-alongs, 17 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Yes, for certified divers the age requirement is 12 years and up. For snorkelers, the age requirement is 6 years and up. The ride-along option does not have a limit, however, anyone under 18 years old must be with a parent or guardian at all times.
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All year round. Over 200+ manta rays call the Kona Coast home and there is an 85% chance of viewing them all year round.
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