Manta Ray Snorkel: Intimate Kona Experience

Experience the thrill of snorkeling with manta rays in Kona, Hawaii. Our small-group tours offer a more intimate and engaging encounter with these majestic creatures. Book now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 74 Kealakehe Pkwy - You’ll feel like you’re in the middle of a marine documentary during your up-close encounter with Kona’s majestic manta rays. Watch from mere inches away as these gentle giants have a feeding frenzy on phytoplankton and zooplankton that’s attracted to our lightboard.
    Hawaii Island is the only place in the world that offers…
What's Included
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
What's Not Included
  • Please bring your own towel.
Additional Information

We cater to a limited group of just 12 members, ensuring a more personalized manta ray snorkeling adventure compared to the crowded boats operating in Kona.
Our small party size not only promises a more exclusive experience but also increases the probability of spotting manta rays. Our swim guide will lead your group to the most bustling parts of the…

Location
Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures
Kealakehe Parkway
Please arrive 15 minutes early, and meet us at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, located on Kealakehe Pkwy in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Follow directions to the Boat Launch ramp area near the restrooms and pavilion. We'll meet you at the pavilion and check you in before escorting you to the vessel.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jordenb418
Oct 27, 2025
Amazing trip - Oh amazing!! Don't think just do it! I would go again for sure! The staff is great and the experience well well worth it. 👍👍🤙🤙
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Lisamp1599us
Oct 23, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience! - A once in a lifetime experience! Cody was cool pointing out the constellations and visiting dolphin families. Got us there safe and sound. Lots of Mantas swam right up to us! Amazing experience! Thank you Coral Reef Adventures!
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Anita_g
Oct 5, 2025
Epic, worth every cent! - This experience is epic. It's so worth it. These giants will shock you and stun you with their grace. They are so incredibly beautiful. You just have to do it
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Chincia24
Sep 28, 2025
Highly Recommend!!!! - Once in a lifetime experience...do it! I will remember this forever. The crew was amazing, Alexis, Daniel and Faith were so much fun! Alexis, you had us laughing the entire trip! The Manta Rays were spectacular, they swam around us staying inches away!! Apparently, Kona is one of the few places in the world where you can actually snorkel with the Mantas. Coral Reef Adventures was first rate...highly recommend, we will book again with them.
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Adventure24227686893
Sep 26, 2025
Once in a Lifetime Experience! - We heard that a manta ray swim was a must-do, but this experience exceeded all expectations. Truly remarkable, with so many manta rays, so up close, that I quickly lost count. Erika has an encyclopedic knowledge of manta rays, absolutely fascinating. Maianna and Jeff were so kind, funny, and helpful. Thank you for gifting us a memory our family will never ever forget!
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Hannahhenige
Sep 22, 2025
Amazing experience - This is the best experience I've ever had. The crew was so kind and knowledgeable. The mantas were amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Shannant2018
Sep 21, 2025
Heckin Awesome Night! - The crew was amazing! The fantastic vibes and information about manta rays was abundant! Saw eight manta rays up close - great night out on the ocean!
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Mapgirl81
Sep 20, 2025
Great tour and a great night! - Amazing experience and great crew of women! Clear and easy to follow direction so everyone feels comfortable and safe in the water. The boat ride out and back was so mich fun. Would book with this group again for another tour.
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J5833ngellal
Sep 5, 2025
Best experience!! - An amazing experience if you are in Big Island. Shout out to Cody, Jeff, and Eliza for the fun experience! Definitely a must do!
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John_d
Sep 25, 2025
A definate must do - Was an amazing experience! We had about 10 mantas with us and they came right up to us! The crew were all super nice too. I was a little surprised that the boat was a zodiac so had to sit on the pontoon edges which was scary as it went so fast and was bouncing around. At the same time was exhilarating and the stars in the sky beautiful. Being that close to the gentle giant rays was a privledge
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From $125
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).