MANTA RAY SNORKEL CRUISES
KAILUA-KONA
KONA HONU DIVERS - We take pride in having the highest standards in Hawaii’s dive industry. As a result you can be sure your scuba diving or snorkeling experience will be safe and high quality. Kona diving can be very relaxed and easy. These standards help to ensure there is an experienced professional for every diver and snorkeler on every tour.
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At Kona Ocean Adventures, we are not just another tour, we are a true adventure at every turn! You’ll feel like you’re on the boat with good friends who happen to be coast guard licensed captains and local expert guides with over 30 years of experience navigating the Hawaiian waters! They are passionate about what they do and love the ocean.
Hawaii Island & Ocean Tours is a locally owned and operated tour company that offers passengers the opportunity to explore the natural wonders of the Kona side of Hawaii’s Big Island.
During the day, our experienced crew leads tours through clear blue waters, where passengers can explore the local sea life, see Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins playing in the wild, and learn about Hawaiian culture. When the sun sets, we offer a unique nighttime snorkel adventure with the majestic and graceful Kona Manta Rays near the shores of the Keauhou Bay.
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78-7138 KaleioPapa St. Kailua-Kona
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Hang Loose Boat Tours offers fun adventures on our unique, one of a kind boat. The boat is designed for open ocean conditions and will allow you to sit back, relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful Island of Hawaii. Our boats are operated only by experienced United States Coast Guard licensed captains. Let's go out to the ocean!
Head out into the Pacific Ocean off Kona to see the sunset over the water before diving in to enjoy swimming freely with Manta Rays in their underwater nighttime realm, an electric experience unlike anything else in the world.
On this 3-hour excursion you can expect to see and snorkel with as much sea life as possible. Trust our Captains and Crew with their knowledge of the Kona Coast and all the beauty it has to offer. Keep your eyes out for spinner dolphins, turtles, whales, colorful schools of fish and vibrant reef. Our crew will be happy to share some fun historical facts, snorkel tips, and fun fish stories.
Morning Encounter to Makalawena Strap on your snorkel gear and get ready to jump into the warm Kona Coast for the swim of a lifetime.
On your 4-hour Ocean Encounters journey, you will make your way down the beautiful Kona Coast heading north to Pu‘u Ali‘i Bay, home of beautiful Makalawena. And believe us when we say… this is one of the most stunning locations on the Big Island.
Take advantage of all the fun the Pacific Ocean has waiting for you on an Ocean Encounters expedition! With years of experience boating, snorkeling, fishing and seeking marine creatures in the Kona region, we are proud to offer the best marine wildlife encounters in the area.
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KONASTYLE offers a variety of Kona Boat Tours exploring the coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. This is your chance to snorkel in a Marine Santuary, Sail into the Sunset, Book a Private Charter or join us on a Night Manta Ray Snorkel Tour. Our Kona Snorkel Tours are all about the magic of the Hawaiian sea with special experiences for you on the horizon.
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Let MY KONA ADVENTURES take you on a once-in-a-lifetime Hawaiian adventure where we create memories for you that last a lifetime. Whether 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 tours promise the unparalleled beauty and unique Hawaiian experience that only My Kona Adventures can provide.
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Witness the famous Kona sunsets from the ocean during this popular excursion! After the sun goes down, jump in the water and swim with magnificent manta rays!
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HANG LOOSE BOAT TOURS
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In Kona our visitors have the rare treat to experience the Manta Night Snorkel. The occurrence of an accumulation of plankton off the shoreline makes for an incredible Night Manta Snorkel show that you get to be a part of.
Like all of our tours, we treat the Manta Night Snorkel with respect in not disturbing these gentle giants in their habitat. It's a privilege for us to take you on this trip and we do not take it for granted. The experience of seeing these massive gentle creatures in the wild is exhilarating.
The Manta Night Snorkel is an experience you have to see for yourself. The Kona mantas in many instances are 16 feet from wing to wing. They glide through the water like birds feeding on tiny plankton.
Our boat was specifically designed for this tour. The Kona Night Snorkel is fantastic for all guests, whether you are in the water or simply observing.
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Welcome to MantaRay.Cruises, your gateway to one of Hawaiʻi’s most unforgettable ocean experiences located in beautiful Kailua-Kona, on the west coast of the Big Island. Specializing in world-class manta ray snorkeling adventures that bring you face-to-face with these gentle giants beneath moon and the stars.
Tours are designed for visitors seeking a safe, awe-inspiring, and expertly guided experience. From the moment you book, you can count on live availability, secure online reservations, and clear communication—so planning your manta ray adventure is effortless and worry-free. Whether it’s your first time snorkeling or a once-in-a-lifetime return to Hawaiʻi, the knowledgeable local crew and USCG licensed captains ensure your comfort, safety, and respect for the marine environment at every step.
Enjoy an evening on the water where warm Kona waters, glowing plankton, and graceful manta rays come together in a truly magical encounter. At MantaRay.Cruises, we don’t just offer tours, we help you create a memory that will stay with you long after your Hawaiian vacation ends. 🌊✨
