Big Island Hawaii Snorkeling Tour Guide with Manta Ray Night Snorkel Dive. Why go snorkeling with Mantas Rays at night? Although Mantas are most commonly seen during daylight hours, it's only because that's when most observers are in the water. Scientifically, we don't know exactly what Mantas do at night or how active they are, but they may feed most actively at night, when many planktonic creatures naturally rise surfaceward, providing a rich bounty on which Mantas may feed. Using dive lights, we are able to attract concentrations of these plankton and therefore attract the Mantas.

Unlike most of their relatives, Manta Rays have NO stinger and are completely safe to be around. We invite you to have yet another experience of a lifetime...a night snorkel with these angels of the Ocean.

Manta Rays are one of Hawaii's most Fascinating Creatures
Unlike most of their relatives, Manta Rays have NO stinger and are completely safe to be around. We invite you to have yet another experience of a lifetime...a night snorkel with these angels of the Ocean.

Sometimes referred to as the "Butterflies of the Sea", these graceful animals are a sight that must been seen in person. Manta rays are beautiful sea creatures that live in warm tropical waters. Their side fins have evolved into wide triangular wings with which they use to "fly" through the water. Theses wings range from 4-20ft, making them amongst the largest sea creatures anywhere

Snorkeling with Manta Rays
Enjoy the beautiful, 37-foot boat designed for snorkeling, Uhane Nui O Nai'a (which means Great Spirit of the Dolphin). This boat is one of the most comfortable you will find, with padded seating all around - it even has a restroom. There is plenty of shade also.

Details for Manta Rey Dive
Time: Check-in 4:45-6:00pm (varies seasonally)
Duration: 4 hours
Schedule: Mon - Fri, year-round
Location: Honokohau Harbor, Kailua/Kona
Children: All ages are welcome and pay adult price.

Provided: Mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuits, water/soda and light snacks.

What to Bring: Towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, cover-up. In winter months you might like a wetsuit or lycra top.

Check out this Big Island Swimming with Dolphins Adventure.