• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner Richard Kersten pioneered the large-vessel manta ray snorkel format • Named resident manta rays: Lefty (1979), Big Bertha (1991), Obama Ray, Koie Ray & more • 450+ individually identified manta rays on the Kona Coast — MPRF partner

Itinerary

Start Point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 15…

Pass By: Keauhou

End Point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 15…

What’s included

in-water crew guide
Filtered Water
Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, the custom Manta Flotation Device, crew-operated underwater lights
Varied Juices
Two tour times to chose from based on availability
Hot cocoa and chocolates,

Not Included

Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated
Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours
Hotel pick-up and drop off

Additional Information

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Snorkeling Ages: minimum participant age is 6yrs. old and up with experienced swimming/snorkeling skills
Non-swimmers may not enter the water
Neck lanyards for phones not allowed
Shark bands not allowed
Flash must be turned off on cameras
Though no one under age 6 is permitted to snorkel on this tour, children ages 4-5 are permitted as ride-along guests only.
All snorkelers must know how to swim
Manta ray tours require experienced snorkelers.
The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind.
Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Check in directly at Keauhou Bay located at the end of Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Please do not check in at any buildings. Public restrooms are located on the east side of Kaleiopapa Street near the end parking lot. Restrooms are also onboard our vessel.
(Please allow additional drive time in anticipation of possible traffic delays)

You will be met by crew at the end of the pier approx. 15 minutes prior to departure and will be boarding Hoku Nui which is a 50ft Sailing Catamaran with a blue sail bag.

Manta Guarantee: If a manta ray isn't seen on the night of your tour you may return for free on a manta ray tour within the next 7 days. Space, reservation, and availability required for return trip.

Age Policy

Child: 4–5 years · Youth: 6–12 years · Adult: 13–99 years

Specification: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

Duration	1.5 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 49 travelers
Confirmation	Confirmation Required
Features	Swimming Stop
Boat Type	Sailboat
Activities	Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Watching
Language	English
Time of Day	Evening & Night
Tour Type	Shared