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Big Island Manta Adventure
It is a memorable experience. Everyone in our group enjoyed it. It was well organized, and the staff was in the water, helping keep our time safe and fun.
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $94 / person
- Location
- Big Island of Hawaii, United States
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 6,316 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 48
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Hang Loose Boat Tours
- Meeting point
- After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Boat Storage and a small gas station -Sea Store&Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right -RESTROOMS with pavilion. Meet your crew there.
Description
A must do while in Hawaii! It's a lifetime opportunity to see up close manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the neon lights. Join us for a memorable and magical moment of a night snorkel with beautiful manta rays gracefully gliding through the water. We guarantee Manta Ray sighting or your next trip is on us!!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:00 PM, and 9:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12–75)
- $94
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $78
- Infant (ages 1–4)
- $44
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 126 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear, jacket style wetsuit top, floatation device
Bottled water
Professional guide
Light Snacks
Live commentary on board
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GoPro rental (upon availability -call to reserve)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
6,316 reviews
How it compares in Big Island of Hawaii
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 526 tours in Big Island of Hawaii
- Starting price $94 is 25% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Big Island of Hawaii
Excurgo comparison of 526 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel take?
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel cost?
Prices start at $94 per person for this Big Island of Hawaii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:00 PM, and 9:00 PM.
How much does Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $78, adults from $94.
Does Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel sell out?
It can: 126 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Boat Storage and a small gas station -Sea Store&Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right -RESTROOMS with pavilion. Meet your crew there. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 48 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 6,316 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hang Loose Boat Tours.
Reviews(6,316)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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This was one of the best...
This was one of the best excursions I’ve ever done! We saw so many rays it was awesome! I will say people who get motion sickness or sea sickness should be aware (as the waiver says). There were multiple people throwing up in the water and on the boat which took away from our experience. Other than that tho it was great!
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Book book book!!!!!
Absolutely amazing activity. Highly recommend it. Once in a life time experience
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It was so awesome, the...
It was so awesome, the Manta came within a couple inches of my face. Very graceful beautiful creatures. Only complaint would be that it felt very much like they were herding cattle on the boat.
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Spectacular!
Such a great experience. The description doesn't do it justice. Would do it again in a second.
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Such an amazing...
Such an amazing experience! Our tour guides were amazing and made it so much fun. Would recommend to everyone going to the big island.
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Exactly what I needed from the Big Island!!
Amazing time!!! Bryce and Noah are awesome hosts and funny as hell!! Trip was awesome!! Saw Mantas and White Tip Sharks!!! Well worth the money!!! Buying the 4hr snorkle tour right now!!! Exactly what I wanted!! Thank you!
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40th anniversary
I can not recommend this adventure enough. Crew was very helpful and you will have the time of your life🥰
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Excellent Use of Money
This was my favorite excursion I’ve ever been on. Had Manta Rays rubbing up against us and swimming around us for an hour. Best part of our entire trip
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Giant Manta Rays close encounter!
I must say I was a bit skeptical of this activity but I was certainly wrong. Once we got in the water and got all settled on the float, the action began. Lots of fish to begin with all around us. I thought maybe that was going to be it and then the Manta Rays came. They rose up and cruised right in front of our faces. One was so close it brushed across my chest! Such a unique experience and thrilling. Highly recommend!
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