Is it too nerve wracking for those of us who dont like being in the water at night. About manta ray dives of hawaii as a familyowned company, we provide the best ecoadventures along the kona coast sure to be the highlight of your vacation. While the location gave a reliable chance to see manta rays, the spot was not very protected from ocean. They do not have any sort of barb or stinger on their tails. Manta ray encounter at garden eel cove on 31712 recorded with a gopro video camera. Kona coffee tours kona brewing company luau and hula in kona. Snorkeling with manta rays is a memorable experience offered by several tour providers on the east side of hawaii island. Watch these gentle giants feed on plankton, and then jump in for an unforgettable wildlife experience. Book a tour and join us as we slip out into the dark ocean from keauhou bay, then paddle a very short 10 minute paddle out to the manta ray night snorkel site. Manta ray dives of hawaii gave us a thrilling experience during the manta ray night snorkel adventure. If you dont see dolphins or mantas, we will be happy to book you for another excursion at no charge. I occasionally monitor the website of the diveop i went with to see how many they saw the previous night big island divers diving scuba snorkel kona hawaii manta ray black water pelagic magic dive. Manta ray night snorkel kona keauhou bay kailua kona big.
The companys manta ray night snorkel tour departs daily from keauhou bay on board the 50foot catamaran, hokuhele. Swimming with the manta rays is possible both while snorkeling and while diving. Beginner snorkelers are welcome, as are advanced snorkerlers and swimmers. One of the premier dives in the world is the famous kona manta ray night dive.
Manta ray snorkel kona hawaii big island fair wind cruises. Manta ray tours on hawaii island hawaiian airlines. Scuba diving ecoadventure manta ray dives of hawaii. Should we book now or wait to see what water conditions are. Meet a manta ray these nighttime tours on hawaii island get you up close and personal with these peaceful giants. Ocean encounters kona manta ray night snorkel cruise. Manta ray tour guide and operators, kona hawaii home. This is an amazing adventure swimming with large manta ray sizes ranging from 6 to 16 feet across yes 16 feet across. Everything from the famous stone money and stone money banks, to traditional thatched roof mens houses, centuries old stone paths which are still used to connect the various villages, to. He said that the kona coast, and the particular spot off the sheraton is unique in the world in terms of attracting and experiencing these creatures. Explore the kona coast dolphin, manta ray snorkel tours. Aboard the newest, one of the cleanest and safest 24 manta 34 passenger coi boats in kona, hawaii the maheli heli three ways to save online 10% discount.
Manta ray night snorkel big island hawaii manta adventures. Kona, hawaii hula kai manta ray snorkel tour 2014 youtube. Eka canoe adventures is the most unique way to experience hawaiian waters along the kona coastline. If this happens it is standard practice for the tour operators to either rebook you free of. Other snorkel options include captain zodiac rafting, dolphin snorkel swim, manta ray night snorkel, and private snorkel charters. The manta ray night snorkel is one of the most popular things to do in kona and is only. Directly at waters edge sits a manmade circular lava outcropping.
As synonymous as the kona nightingales donkeys are to kona, so are the manta. The manta ray encounters along the kona coast began back in the early 70s. By day, there is no spot closer to the pacific without getting wet. Checkin takes place at sea paradise headquarters located up the road at keauhou shopping center. Manta viewing within the west hawaii ocean recreation. This is necessary to protect the manta rays and we urge you to choose a tour. Manta ray night snorkeling tours are only offered on hawaiis big island, just off the kona coast. Head out in kona, one of the best places in the world to see mantas, to see the sunset over the water before jumping in to enjoy swimming with manta rays in their underwater nighttime realm. Big island manta ray snorkelling aboard the hula kai. Manta ray snorkel tour best dolphin snorkel tours hawaii. Book your kona snorkel tour with fair wind cruises. If you want to see the manta rays from land your best chance is a visit to the manta learning center tour operators in hawaii operate under strict and selfenforced standards. Whether observing dolphins frolicking through the warm hawaiian waters, viewing migrating whales who have returned to their calves, or even braving the darkness to be mesmerized by the acrobatic manta rays, all of our big island boat and snorkel. A one of a kind experience, our kona manta ray tours are something you will never forget.
The dlnr has asked that we increase the communication among and between the commercial tour. We offer a manta guarantee, if you do not see manta ray during your tour you can return for another tour during your stay at no cost. If you do not see manta rays on your tour, you are welcome to go again or go on the fair wind afternoon snack cruise for up to a year after your activity date. The manta ray bay hotels concierge staff also offer a complete range of land tours specifically designed to showcase the unique island culture of yap. Be sure to gaze upward, as you may glimpse the milky way on a clear night. Cash bar beer, wine, soda, juice all guests are asked to read, acknowledge, and adhere to our environmental pledge for snorkeling be advised. In order to ensure the best possible experience, youre manta ray tour is limited to just 20 passengers. Snorkel tour with manta rays for unforgettable hawaii experience with fair wind cruises. Unlike other ray species, the giant manta rays you will encounter on this tour are completely harmless and very docile. There is also a naturalistphotographer on our boat with an excellent description of the manta ray and kona coast environment. Many tour operators stay aware of the best places to see manta rays and take you to those exact spots. Where is the best place to book a manta ray tour and any suggestions on who to book with. Manta ray tours your hawaii ocean adventure begins here. Here, youll be issued a comfortable shortie wetsuit that will keep you warm in the water.
The two most popular manta ray sighting spots near kona have interesting nicknames, manta heaven and manta village. Join us on an amazing kona manta ray encounter since mantas are attracted by bright lights our flashlights attract these gentle giants to us after sunset. Join our team, manta ray dives of hawaii, for the best ecoadventures. The hotel had the idea to provide guests with an illuminated view of the ocean at night, so bright floodlights were installed. Come aboard to experience the best scuba diving ecoadventure charter in hawaii and enjoy a personal approach to diving the crystal clear turquoise waters off the kona coast on the big island of hawaii. Benthic surveys of makako bay and keauhou sites, mapped potential mooring layout, outreach to. Kona manta ray night snorkel tour with guaranteed sighting. Our certified padi instructorsdive masters will guide you through two dives at two different sites.
With divers and snorkelers on board, everyone witnessed these most beautiful creatures flying under the. Experience the thrill of seeing manta rays up close. After your manta magic experience, the pueo kai will head back to the harbor under the light of the stars and the moon. Manta safari guides escort you around the site with a mobile light show that attracts these gentle and fascinating creatures. Experience konas firstclass manta ray snorkel adventure at keauhou bay. Each year thousands of divers and snorkelers from all over the world come to kona to dive with the manta rays. Let my kona adventures take you on a onceinalifetime hawaiian adventure where we create memories for you that last a lifetime. Hawaii oceanic magic manta ray night snorkeling hawaii. Resources to adopt rules to manage manta ray dive sites 2015. There are several boat tour companies that take people out to these prime spots where the manta rays can be observed. Our kona manta night snorkel has a trip advisor five star rating and not to be missed. Our reservationists are also available every day by phone from 8. The dlnr has asked that we increase the communication among and between the.
Enjoy the manta ray ballet in the water below you for up to an hour as the manta rays enjoy their plankton buffet dinner. This is why its advised to book your manta ray diving tours or snorkeling tours early in your hawaii getaway. After dark, spotlights are placed into the water to attract manta rays. Fill out the form below and we will reply as soon as possible. The famous manta ray night dive in kona is widely regarded as one of the most. There are several boat tour companies that take people out to these prime spots where the manta. The travel channel says, its one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime. We offer snorkel tours to kealakekua bay, south kona and manta village, which are located off the big island of hawaii. A diver followed the manta to 85 where the camera fell off and returned it to the diver.
Kayak and snorkel through the big islands pristine waters to see hawaiis playful manta rays at night. These are fullyguided tours and all instruction and. Book a privatecustom tour with us and the whole group can comfortably enjoy a day on the water. Operator conversations, manta ray dive site safety assessment released, incident reporting training, input on issues and draft rule elements collected throughout the year. Snorkel manta ray village kona hawaii fair wind cruises. See uptodate pricelists and view recent announcements for this location. Manta ray dive and night snorkel tours take you to see the mantas up close. Fair wind vessel takes families snorkeling in kealakekua bay. Liquid hawaii is proud to be a manta ray green listed activity provider for the manta ray night snorkel.
Its a great trip and kona is one of the few places in the world that you can have this amazing experience. As the name implies, this locale provides resort guests with the popular evening tradition of viewing manta rays in the sea below. Onboard a recreated historically accurate 40ft hawaiian doublehulled sailing canoe, waa kini kini, your experienced crew shares generations of knowledge in an old hawaiian way, story telling. Manta ray snorkel tour in kailua kona sea paradise.
The two most popular manta ray sighting spots near kona have interesting nicknames, manta heaven and manta. A certified divemaster will be onbard and in the water at all times to guarantee your safety, only at discovery hawaii tours. Dolphin and manta ray adventures both come with guaranteed sightings. The night before my dive, only one manta ray appeared.
The kona coast is one of the best places in the world to get close to and observe manta rays. Big island manta ray night kayak and snorkel adventure. The professional crew made for a most enjoyable and safe trip for all. Manta ray night snorkel express on a hawaiian sailing.