Snorkel with Manta Rays Tour Features

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Gear and Guidance Provided

We provide wetsuits and snorkel gear to get in the water while the Manta Rays are feeding. Our expert guides will talk with you about the mantas, their significance to the Islands, and some knowledge about their behavior. Some of your group may have concerns about getting in the water with these huge creatures and our guides will put them at ease. Mantas are truly gentle giants.

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Close Up and Personal

These harmless and docile creatures need to eat 10 percent of their body weight, the plankton they feed on are attracted by our lights and with a guide in the water, you will get to see them up close. The Mantas appear out of the darkness and somersault close enough for you to feel their wake as they glide by. Drinks and snacks are in the boat upon your return, and you will enjoy the beautiful starlit sky as we head back to the pier.

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Incredible Nighttime Sky Views

The Big Island is the best place to see the stars and you will love views from the boat! This is a dark-sky friendly community, and lighting regulations in Hawaii County are designed to keep the night sky clear and the stars visible. In addition to preserving the rare natural beauty of the island, dark-sky friendly lighting allows astronomers at observatories to see astronomical bodies like stars and planets. You can even see the Galactic Center of the Milky Way!

Snorkel with Manta Rays Tour Details

Tour Highlights

Enjoy the sunset on the way out
A safe way to see manta rays in their natural environment
Stargazing on the way back

Upper viewing deck
Manta sightings guaranteed
Expert Staff

Tour Description

Come aboard the Malaialena, a 30-foot rigid inflatable boat – the type of boat used by the Coast Guard and known as one of the safest. You’ll have a comfortable ride with padded seats, shade, and an upper viewing deck.

We provide wetsuits and snorkel gear, then you’ll get in the water to witness Manta Rays feeding. Rays need to eat 10 percent of their body weight and our lights attract the plankton the Manta Rays feed on so it’s only a matter of time before the Rays approach.

Watching these amazing creatures somersault in front of you, close enough to where you can feel the currents from their immense wingspan, is immensely satisfying. It’s impossible to describe the feeling of watching a massive fish the shape of a stealth bomber coming into vision!

With two ladders on the back, guests can easily climb back onto the boat after a fantastic snorkel experience. Drinks and a snack will be waiting for you on the boat upon your return, and on the way back to Puako pier, you’ll enjoy the beautiful starlit sky. Fun Fact: Mauna Kea on the Big Island is the best place on earth to study the stars and the universe.

Price & Availability

1.5-Hour Evening Manta Ray Rafting Snorkel from Pauko Bay

AdultsAges 12 yrs+	$150^.00
ChildrenAges 5-12 yrs	$100^.00

Evening departures daily (some late evening options also shown at booking)

What’s Included

Snacks and drinks
Wetsuits and snorkel gear
Safety guide

Departure & Return

Departure point: Puakō Boat Ramp, Puako Beach Drive, Puako, Hawaii
Meet time: Changes with the sunset time. Current meet time is published in the booking details or check with our shop.

Cancellation Policy

We require at least 24 hours’ notice on individual tours, or 72 hours for group cancellation before your tour to avoid a full charge penalty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is There An Age Limit?

Guests must be at least 5 years old to participate
Why Does The Departure Time Vary?

Our departure time is scheduled around sunset. Current meet time is published in the booking details or check with our shop.
Is This Safe?

The Malaialena is a 30 ft Rigid Inflatable Boat, the type of boat that is considered one of the safest (which is why the coast guard uses them). Our experienced crew will provide you with safety tips and there is a guide in the water with you.
What Will We See On Our Private Helicopter Tour?

On these magnificent islands, there is much to be discovered by air. Certain of the countless remarkable features have, deservedly, garnered special interest and are most popular for aerial viewing. Weather permitting, our pilots will explore with you all of each island’s most famous geological features as outlined in our tour descriptions. Sometimes, wind and weather conditions necessitate a deviation from the usual tour route. In these instances, our pilots will attempt to show off other spectacular scenery not normally included on the tours, as all islands offer more hidden wonders to please the eye than can possibly be covered on a single flight. We guarantee to showcase spectacular scenery and breathtaking views that are not obtainable by car or trail.