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Embark on a Thrilling Manta Ray Snorkeling Tour on the Big Island!
Join us for an EcoAdventure you will remember for a lifetime! This world-famous Kona dive/snorkel trip has been featured in numerous Travel, National Geographic, and Discovery Channel Documentaries. Making it the #1 activity to do on the big island. The Hawaiian Kona Coast is home to over 240 resident Manta Rays and each has been identified and named. Much like a fingerprint is unique to each human, Manta Rays have distinguishing black and white markings on their underside that are used to identify them nightly. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will instruct you on how to encounter these amazing creatures so we can protect the mantas and their habitat.
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ALL GUESTS
- Due to safety regulations, the weight limit is 280 lbs.
- Everyone must be able to swim 50 yards unassisted, (without a floatation device).
- For the safety of our guests and crew members, all participants must be able to speak English or have a translator with them at all times.
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION
- Prior to and during our EcoAdventures is prohibited.
CHECK-IN TIME
- PLEASE ARRIVE SHARPLY AT THE CHECK-IN TIME STATED IN YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL. Guests arriving LATER THAN 5 minutes after the check-in time will be forfeited and not refunded.
CERTIFIED DIVERS
- All divers must have an open water certification or above.
- Depth of the dive site ranges from 35 to 53 ft.
- Diving is not allowed for ages 10-11 and “scuba divers”.
17 YEARS & UNDER
- Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
- Snorkeling is not recommended for 5 years and under.
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- Arrive with a swimsuit under street clothes
- Towel & jacket
- Underwater camera
- Divers: Certification cards
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Open Water Certified Divers
(15 years and older must be ow certified)- full wetsuit
- 1 TANK, WEIGHTS, & dive torch
- sunset cruise
- snacks & refreshments
JR Open Water Certified Divers
(12-14 years old restricted to 60ft)- stunning view of the Kona coast
- snacks & refreshments
- sunset cruise
Snorkelers
(17 years & under must be with a parent/guardian at all times)
- sunset cruise
- snorkeling gear & wetsuit shorty
- snacks & refreshments
Ride Alongs
(For individuals who want to enjoy the boat ride and do not want to enter the water. Chances of viewing the rays from the boat are rare)
- sunset cruise
- snacks & refreshments
Private Charter
(1 to 6 guests. Enjoy the whole boat to yourselves for a stunning sunset cruise and private guided manta snorkel)
- private charter
- sunset cruise
- snorkeling with the manta rays
- wetsuit shorties & all snorkel gear
- snacks & refreshments
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Our No Manta Guarantee
Manta Rays are wild creatures and seasonal changes, surf conditions, and plankton in the water influence their presence. No guarantees are made for their presence, however, you may come again for FREE if the animal of your adventure is not sighted during your charter. Our ‘No Manta Guarantee’ is a lifetime guarantee. If you cannot join us again during your stay, we will hold on to your information and you can rebook for a future date. We do not offer refunds for ‘No Manta’ evenings. -
We offer discounts for the following:
* Educators
* Kamaʻāina
* Military members (active & retired)
* First responders (EMTs, firefighters, & police officers)
* Group rates (8 or more guests in a party)
Please email us a picture of your id to verify, include the number of guests in your party, and we will send you a discount code to apply while booking.
Our email address is mantaraydivesofhawaii@gmail.com
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Charter Minimum Guest Requirement
This charter requires a minimum of 4-8 guests booked to run. Charter minimums are at the company’s discretion based on guests necessities and the makeup of the charter. If we have to make any changes we will contact all guests as soon as possible via phone and email.Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be canceled up to 48 hours prior to departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure will be charged full price. This also includes making any changes to the booking. Guests arriving LATER THAN 5 minutes after the check-in time will be forfeited and not refunded. If canceled within 48 hours or not present at check-in, the return trip will be considered redeemed and cannot be rescheduled.Charter Regulations
In the event of inclement weather or high surf conditions a scheduled adventure may have to be rescheduled via your contact phone number.Trip Protection
Purchasing Trip Protection allows you to cancel or reschedule your tour at any time for any reason up to 24 hours before the tour start time. You will be reimbursed for the full amount of each ticket, less the cost of trip protection and processing fees. No-shows will not be reimbursed. Parties arriving LATER THAN 5 minutes after the charter’s check-in time will be forfeited and not reimbursed.Taxes & Fees
All EcoAdventures will be charged Sales Tax (4.7120%), Harbor Use Fee (3%) & Online Booking Fee (5%). All major credit cards are accepted. Prices are subject to change.Have a question for us?
Please message us below with any questions. We can also be reach by email or phone everyday from 9am to 4pm Hawaii Standard Time.
Our phone number: (808) 325-1687 Our email address: mantaraydivesofhawaii@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE A GLIMPSE OF OUR MANTA RAY NIGHT DIVE & SNORKEL ECOADVENTURE CHARTER!
ATTENTION DIVERS!
Please be sure you have at least 18 hours after diving before flying or going above 2000 feet elevation. This includes traveling to Mauna Kea, Saddle Rd., Volcano Natl. Park, driving to HILO, helicopter tours, & flights). Going to high altitude/elevation after diving is unsafe due to the risk of decompression illness. Returning to Hilo after a manta ray night dive is NOT possible on the same night.
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