Night Manta Ray Adventure on the Big Island, Hawaii: Experience Neon Underwater Wildlife
4.8
3,747 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Experience the magical neon underwater world of manta rays on a night snorkel adventure in Hawaii. Guaranteed sightings or your next trip is on us!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy - 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!
What's Included
- Snorkeling essentials: gear, wetsuit top, and floatation device
- Guidance from a professional
- Complimentary snacks and water
- Live commentary during the tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- GoPro rental (upon availability -call to reserve)
Additional Information
An essential experience in Hawaii! This is a once in a lifetime chance to intimately observe manta rays as they feed and interact with various marine life, bathed in the glow of neon lights. Share an unforgettable and enchanting night-time snorkel trip with us, witnessing the majestic manta rays as they effortlessly navigate through the waters. We assure you’ll see a Manta Ray, or your subsequent journey is our treat!!
- 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)
- 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.
- 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
Location
Hang Loose Boat Tours
Kealakehe Parkway
After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Gentry's Kona Marine and a small gas station -Sea Store and Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right (restrooms). Meet crew under the pavilion.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(3747 Ratings)
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Vanessa_a
Apr 2, 2024
The best experience of our trip - Our trip was amazing! I can’t remember their names, maybe price? Another girl and a guy…the girl was very helpful and took my 6 yr old daughter back to the boat when she was scared..the whole crew really made you feel safe and taken care of…the captain was HILARIOUS! And a mantras swam so close that is brushed up against my arm!! It was an incredible trip
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Alyson_h
Mar 31, 2024
Amazing experience - This is the most amazing experience! I highly recommend Hang Loose for this experience. The captain and crew were great, very nice and eager to help anyone needing it. The boat is comfortable. A quick rinse under a hot shower when exciting the water was so nice. But the mantas…it was so beautiful.
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Michael_p
Mar 27, 2024
Must do - A phenomenal experience! We were floored by the proximity to the manta rays. A truly memorable experience.
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Darren_l
Mar 22, 2024
Way beyond expectations. - Jacob, Jonah and Oola were amazing. We saw so many manta rays up close and far exceeded my expectations. We rented a go pro for $40 and got the SD card with all the footage. Totally worth it. There were a couple people having difficulties on our trip and the crew took great care of them and us. We can’t thank them enough.
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Justin_b
Mar 14, 2024
F’ing crazy - Imagine a giant fish tank with a bunch of mantra rays in it and you jumping in, they are literally in your face swimming around you the entire time, it’s awesome.
Eat pizza for dinner instead of a steak and justify going to this. It’s something you will never forget.
I’d recommend being in the middle, that’s where the light is and they get closest, also being on the end is kinda spooky because it’s pitch black and if a shark comes, you’ll be the first to go.
If I had to change anything, give people more room (it’s crammed on the board thing) and maybe provide towels after.
Bring your own go pro or waterproof camera. It’s insane. 🤙
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Cara_c
Mar 11, 2024
Phenomenal Experience! - This experience was incredible! From the start to finish it was an awesome time! We saw manta rays from the moment we got in the water. The crew (Bryce, Avery, and Ula) were phenomenal! They were constantly checking in on everyone, grabbing snacks for people and their trash, and once in the water, making sure everyone was safe and feeling comfortable. They helped people back to the boat and gave fun facts on manta rays! I would definitely recommend going on this adventure!
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Adriane_w
Mar 10, 2024
Don’t miss this! - Amazing tour!!! Hands down the coolest thing I have done. The mantas were unbelievable and we even saw dolphins! (which they said is rare) A must do for the big island.
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Stephanie_g
Feb 28, 2024
Do it! It’s magical! - Do it! Even in late February the water temperature was 77° so it was comfortable to be out in the water watching the mantas for significant period of time. They literally did their barrel rolls within an inch from your face mask! Be sure to bring towels. Snacks and drinks available on board.
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Shawn_g
Mar 31, 2024
Excellent, with caveats - The main reason for this excursion is to see the Manta Rays in the water, and for that reason, it’s great. Such an amazing experience to see such sea life up close. With that being said, it’s not all good. First off, please take a pill for motion sickness before you go. Even if you don’t think you’ll need it. It will help make the experience better for everyone. 2nd, wear swim attire and bring towels and clothes for afterwards. Wet suits are only tops and the air is cool especially when getting out of 70° water. Lastly, the pics showed lots of people floating on blue lit water. That’s true, but the waves are rough and it wasn’t calm or easy to float for some. Overall, I highly recommend doing this. It was amazing to see the rays and dolphins inches from you. Some things caught me by surprise which is why it’s not 5 stars.
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Venture713037
Mar 11, 2024
Ruff seas beware !! - Swells were very big making it really hard to hold onto the light platform. There were not enough noodles so we had to share (my husband is 6'1 and I'm 5"2) so that didn't work so well plus we were moving so much due to heavy swells. The short swim back to the boat was a little scary. We did stick it out for the full time and only saw 2 rays my daughters were a little further down and saw 3 :(
All this said the crew was very very nice ...they helped my daughters get back to the boat and packed up quickly to get us back on shore.
I might try this agian only if the water was like glass !!!
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