Price from:
65 USD
1.5 hours
Keauhou Bay, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 United States
Cancellations require 24-hour advance notice for most bookings and a 72-hour advance notice for bookings made through Pleasant Holidays.
Description
Join us on Hawaii’s newest catamaran, the Hoku Nui, our spacious Luxury 50-foot catamaran. You will travel to the World-Famous Manta Ray Village off the Kona Coast. Going on a manta ray night snorkel in Hawaii is an amazing and unforgettable experience. The Travel Channel says, “It’s one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.”
What’s included
- Transportation to Manta Ray Village
- Snorkeling equipment
- Wetsuit
- Refreshments (hot cocoa, chocolates, water, soft drinks, and local juices)
What’s not included
- Gratuity (not included in the price, but greatly appreciated)
Itinerary
1. Depart from Keauhou Bay.
2. Board Hoku Nui for transport to Manta Ray Village.
3. Receive a professional briefing on manta rays from our knowledgeable staff.
4. **Snorkeling**: Snorkel using our state-of-the-art "manta flotation device" for approximately 45 minutes.
5. **Ride along**: Guests can enjoy the view of manta rays from the comfort of our 50-foot catamaran.
6. Return to Keauhou Bay at the end of the tour.
Highlights
- Experience the magic of snorkeling with manta rays using our advanced "manta flotation device," providing an awe-inspiring encounter with these gentle giants.
- Enjoy a comfortable 50-foot catamaran ride, taking in the picturesque coastline as you relax and enjoy the beauty of the ocean during this memorable snorkel adventure.
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Check-in details
Please sign the e-waivers prior to check-in and arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time. You will be fitted with wetsuits before boarding for departure.
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sandals or shoes that are easy to remove
- Towel
- Cover-up
- Light jacket or sweater
- Personal gear (optional)
- Underwater camera (optional)
Restrictions
No full-face snorkeling masks allowed due to safety concerns.
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- Cancellations require 24-hour advance notice on regular charters from check-in time.
- Cancellations require a 72-hour notice on private charters or group bookings of 10 or more guests from check-in time.
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Booking Notes
#MANTA RAY SNORKEL TOUR
After boarding our spacious 50 ft catamaran, you will quickly arrive at the World Famous Manta Ray Village for an evening snorkel adventure with the magestic manta rays. The Travel Channel says, "It's one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime."
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#CHECK-IN
Be sure to sign the e-waivers for each guest prior to check in and meet directly at Keauhou Bay located at the end of Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Please do not check in at any buildings. Public restrooms are located on the east side of Kaleiopapa Street near the end parking lot. Restrooms are also onboard our vessel. For additional assistance ONLY AFTER 6pm, you may call the crew on the boat at 808-896-7486.
(Please allow additional drive time in anticipation of possible traffic delays)
You will be met by crew, wearing BLUE shirts, at the end of the pier 15 minutes prior to departure and will fitted for wetsuits before boarding Hoku Nui which is a 50ft Sailing Catamaran with a blue sail bag. Be sure to wear swimwear for the wetsuit fitting.
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#DROP OFF
Return to Keauhou Bay approximately 1.5 hours from departure time.
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#ITINERARY
After boarding the beautiful Hoku Nui, you will quickly arrive at the World Famous Manta Ray Village. Be sure to bring your underwater camera so you may capture these beautiful rays as they feed on the illuminated microscopic plankton below you. The Travel Channel says," It's one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime", and Sea Paradise has been offering its guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with these majestic manta rays since 1985, making Sea Paradise an original tour expert in Hawaii.
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#THINGS TO BRING
We have limited space to stow gear. Sea Paradise operates a "shoe-less boat" so wear sandals or shoes that are easy to remove. We suggest you bring: towel, cover-up, light jacket or sweater for after you're out of the water, and you may also bring an underwater camera just make sure the flash is turned off. ***At the end of the tour please make sure you leave with your correct size/ color footwear. Gratuity is not included in the price of the tour but tips are greatly appreciated.
*Snorkel equipment is provided on all of our tours. Personal gear is welcome aboard, please note, we NO longer allow the use of full-face snorkeling masks on our excursions due to safety concerns. NO SHARK BANDS ALLOWED (mantas are in the shark family)
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#INCLUSIONS
Enjoy hot cocoa, chocolates, water, soft drinks, and local juices.
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#IN THE WATER
Once you reach the Manta Ray Village, our staff will provide a knowledgeable and professional briefing on the manta rays.
For our snorkeling guests, our staff will prepare and guide you onto our state of the art "manta floatation device". Here guests with experienced swimming and snorkeling skills can hold onto our float, resting above the majestic manta rays as they feed on the microscopic plankton that is attracted to the light source attached to our float. Snorkel time is approximately 45 minutes.
For our ride along guests, you will have the opportunity to cruise with us to the World Famous Manta Ray Village, and join in the fun from the comfort of our 50 ft catamaran. Depending on ocean conditions, you may have the opportunity to view the majestic manta rays from our vessel, as they feed on the microscopic plankton.
Cancellation Policy
*Cancellations require 24 hour advance notice for most bookings and a 72 hour advance notice for bookings made through Pleasant Holidays. We also require 72 hour advance notice on private charters or group bookings of 10 or more guests. You must contact us at 808-322-2500 or email info@seaparadise.com to cancel your tour. No refunds will be issued if you do not contact us in the required time prior to your scheduled check-in time.
**We have amended our cancellation policy to encourage anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms to either cancel or postpone their trip and must provide a physicians note for each guest cancelling within 24hrs of tour start time for a full refund. We wish everyone health and safety during this time. Please reach out to us with any further questions or concerns.
***Guests are required to verify that they are booking their tour on the Island of Hawai'i and will be on island prior to their tour day. Guests are also responsible for arriving at check in time giving ample travel time including possible road traffic delays. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations within the 24hrs due to arrival delays unless we are able to fill the reservation.
