Meet directly at our boat slip in the south part of Honokohau harbor. When entering from the main road, go straight until you reach the parking lot by the gas station. Park on the right side and look for the old phone booth. Follow the ramp down from there and it will take you right to us.
Description
Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. We provide thorough education on manta rays during the charter, and have a strong focus on the conservation and stewardship of these amazing animals. Our goal is to impart each of our guests with memories, astonishment, and inspiration for a lifetime!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
4:30 PM, 5:00 PM, and 5:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 22
Adult (ages 18–75)
$135
Youth (ages 12–17)
$135
Child (ages 10–11)
$135
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:46 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 65 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
Ride Along
Topside Only: Join your friends and family on the boat without getting wet.
Certified Diver-No SCUBA gear
Does not include SCUBA gear
Snorkeler
Certified Diver-Inc SCUBA gear
Includes SCUBA rental gear
What's included
Included
Soda/Pop
Freshly brewed ginger tea
Snacks
Not included
Use of SCUBA equipment
Gratuity
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
82 reviews
5
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How it compares in Big Island of Hawaii
Rated higher than 86% of 300 reviewed tours in Big Island of Hawaii
Starting price $135 is close to the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Big Island of Hawaii
Excurgo comparison of 523 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All participants must not exceed the weight limit of 275lbs (125 kg)
Divers must be a "Certified Open Water Diver" or higher and be able to provide proof of certification from an accredited SCUBA diving agency (PADI, NAUI, SSI ect..)
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 One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel take?
One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel lasts about 3 hours.
How much does One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel cost?
Prices start at $135 per person for this Big Island of Hawaii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM, and 5:30 PM.
How much does One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel cost for children?
Children aged 10–11 pay from $135, adults from $135.
Does One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel sell out?
It can: 65 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel One Tank Manta Night Dive and 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 Meet directly at our boat slip in the south part of Honokohau harbor. When entering from the main road, go straight until you reach the parking lot by the gas station. Park on the right side and look for the old phone booth. Follow the ramp down from there and it will take you right to us. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is One Tank Manta Night Dive and 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 14 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 82 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Aquatic Life Divers.
Reviews(82)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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paulrU4906XT
October 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magical Manta Memory
We highly recommend the Manta ray snorkel to anyone visiting the Kona area. It was by far our favorite activity during our stay on the Big Island. We are beyond satisfied with our experience with Aquatic Life Divers. We would definitely book with them again. We liked that the size of the group wasn’t too big. And the guides were very friendly and professional. We appreciated their knowledge of the Manta Rays. Special shout out to Aria! She’s a superb Snorkel Master!
Operator response
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled the manta ray snorkel was a highlight of your Big Island visit. We love keeping our groups small and personal, and I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Aria. We hope to have you back in the water with us again soon! 🌊
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Runran_W
October 11, 2026 · via Viator
Great experience, very...
Great experience, very friendly responsible and professional staff. Even helped me to retrieve the lost camera the next day.
Operator response
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great experience with our team, and we’re happy we could help get your camera back! We hope to have you aboard with us again soon!
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dive2904
September 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Diving with Aquatic Life Divers
I did 11 dives with Aquatic Life Divers and would have booked more but I caught a cold after my 1st 2 days in the water with them. The diving experience was made awesome by the professionalism of the captains and dive masters. I’ve always tried to pick smaller operations as they are normally those that offer more of the type of diving I like. My trips are always planned around diving and Aquatic Life Divers did not disappoint. Strangely the last surface interval was one of the highlights of my stay on the Big Island as Captain Tara found a pod of pilot whales that she dropped us off in front of to snorkel with. If there were more than 5 stars for rating this operation,,, they'd get it. I did all of the tours they had available.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your 11 dives with us and that our captains and dive masters helped make your experience so memorable.
We’re especially glad you got to experience the variety of diving we offer—and what an unforgettable way to end your trip with Captain Tara finding that pod of pilot whales! Those unexpected encounters are some of the moments that make diving here so special.
We’re sorry a cold cut your time in the water short, but we’re honored you were able to make the most of your stay and join us for all of our available tours. We truly appreciate you choosing to dive with our smaller operation and taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We hope to have you back in the water with us on your next visit to the Big Island! 🌊🤙
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JACKSON_D
September 5, 2026 · via Viator
The boat capt and guides...
The boat capt and guides (Colin, Dylan, and Jack) were friendly and welcoming and made sure everyone had a great time from showing up on the dock, in the water and back to land! They will be my first pick for any Kona diving trips in the future!
Operator response
Aloha Jackson,
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Colin, Dylan, and Jack made you feel welcome and helped make your entire experience such a great one. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in our team. We can’t wait to have you back with us for your next Kona diving adventure! Mahalo.
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jgmow
August 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Hell yes 🙌
My friend booked the night Scuba and I booked the night Snorkel tour with Aquatic Life Divers in early August 2026. Our captain was Tara, our Dive Queen was Mary, and our Snorkel guide was Tara. They all did a wonderful job especially Mary who explained the safety and manta stuff clearly and loudly. Safety is #1 for me and they had EVERYTHING from pfd for poor swimmers to AED and flare guns covered! I went as a snorkeler and we held on to a paddleboard as a group but noticed other tour groups floated on some pool noodles. I am glad I did the paddleboard thing because there was less people bumping into and kicking me. Best of all, I got the most amazing UP CLOSE views of the mantas and a few fish too! My friend enjoyed it too but told me he wasn’t pleased when they wouldn’t let him rinse his snorkel gear in their freshwater buckets 🤦♂️. I liked they also offered extras including bean bags on the front of the boat deck 🙌, POG juice, and some snacks like rice krispy treats. We also got a very small cup of hot ginger tea at tour’s end. The waves can make the boat feel rocky so I got a bit dizzy at the end, but lying down on the bean bags really helped curb any vomitting. I did the snorkel with the sharks tour in Oahu too & that tour was way more dizzying despite me taking Dramamine. The manta rays tour, personally, was hands down better than the shark tour just cus the mantas brushed up against me and didn’t kill me. FYI: Remember to bring your own dry beach towel as they don’t provide them.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us and, most importantly, that you felt safe and well cared for throughout the evening. Safety is incredibly important to our crew, so we truly appreciate you noticing all the little details that go into keeping our guests comfortable and prepared.
We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Tara and Mary. We’re especially happy to hear that Mary’s safety and manta briefing was clear and easy to hear!
And those up-close manta encounters are exactly what we hope our guests get to experience. It sounds like you had some incredible moments in the water—and we love that the mantas even came close enough to give you a little personal introduction! 🥰
We’re also glad the paddleboard setup worked well for you and gave you a little more personal space in the water. And we’re happy the bean bags came in handy afterward! A little POG juice, snacks, and ginger tea never hurt either. 😊
Thank you again for choosing Aquatic Life Divers, and we hope to have you back in the water with us on your next visit to Hawaiʻi!
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clairebP6671OH
August 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing dives, awesome guides
I did the one tank manta night dive with Aquatic Sports twice, once with Jaime and the next night with Dylan. Both of them were awesome, enthusiastic, competent, and very informative about the dive and its procedures! We saw so many mantas!! I couldn't have asked for a better time. Colin was the captain both nights and he was excellent; great sense of humor and fun to talk to. I absolutely recommend these guys! They know what they're doing and they're always smiling! :)
Operator response
Thank you so much for diving with us not once, but twice! We're thrilled you had such an incredible experience with Jaime, Dylan & Colin. They all love sharing the magic of the manta night dive, and we're so glad their enthusiasm and hospitality made your dives memorable. We sincerely appreciate the recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back for another underwater adventure!
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852ames
July 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magical
We had the best time! So much fun and crew was amazing
Operator response
Mahalo for joining us and for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed our friendly crew. Hope to see you on the boat again soon!
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fioregiorgio
July 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Mantas
Excelent experience and crew. Lots of Mantas
Operator response
Mahalo for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed your experience with our crew and had the chance to see so many manta rays. We appreciate you choosing to dive with us and hope to see you back in Kona for another unforgettable night on the water.
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jadey834
July 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great trip!
Fantastic experience! Professional briefing before dive, and everything is well organized! We saw 6 Manta this night!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear you felt well prepared and that everything ran smoothly. Seeing six manta rays in one evening is an incredible experience! Mahalo for joining us, and we hope to dive with you again someday.
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Y7546JKjonathant
July 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Reef and Manta Dives!
Had an absolutely wonderful experience on the Twilight Reef and Manta night dives! Liana was an excellent guide and ensured that everyone had a wonderful time under water. Jon was an exceptional captain with a ton of knowledge and a great sense of humor. I will definitely be coming back!
Operator response
Mahalo for your wonderful review!
We're so happy to hear you had such a great time on both the Twilight Reef and Manta Night Dives. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Liana and Jon—they'll be thrilled to hear they helped make your experience so memorable. Liana loves sharing the underwater world with our guests, and Captain Jon always enjoys making the trip both fun and informative.
Thank you for choosing to dive with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back for more underwater adventures on your next visit to the Big Island!
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