Sunset Cruise & Night Manta Swim Tickets in Kailua-Kona, HI

Keauhou Boat HarborKailua-Kona, HI 96740
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Overview

Embark on a 1.5-hour cruise featuring the gorgeous Kona sunset, landscape, and night snorkeling with friendly manta rays. As you snorkel in Kona’s crystal water, manta rays will glide, dive, and swim right by you along with schools of captivating tropical fish. Between the snorkeling experience of a lifetime and watching the sunset, this is one cruise you’ll never forget.

1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Tour duration: 1.5 hours.
  • Cruise schedule varies by season.
  • All gear is provided.
  • Ideal for all ages and snorkeling experience levels.
  • Bring swim gear, a towel, and a cover-up.

Description

Join us for our 1.5-hour evening boat trip out of Keauhou Harbor to enjoy the beautiful Kona coastline and Sunset, as we await the mantas arrival. You will travel a short distance to learn some history and culture of the area, view wildlife along the coast and enjoy snacking on a fresh fruit and sushi platter as the sun fades over the ocean. Then as night falls, we return to the original "Manta Village" to witness the majestic manta rays come to feed on the abundant buffet of phytoplankton that appears with the glow of underwater dive lights.

Slide into the alluring Pacific Ocean, buoyed by our light board and accompanied by our dive guide to experience the thrill of having giant manta rays gracefully glide and swoop through the waters all within inches of you. Back on board, complete your breathtaking experience with some warm green tea on the short ride back to the Keauhou pier.

On the rare occasion you don't see any manta rays on your sunset snorkel tour, you can join us again for a free on the next available scheduled tour (pending space availability).

Tour Times:
January - April: 6:00 pm
May - August: 6:30 pm
September - December: 5:30 pm

Check-in at Keauhou Harbor

Duration:
1.5 hours

Includes:
• Snorkel equipment and wetsuits
• Flotation aides
• Fresh sushi, fruit platter, and beverages

Sunset Cruise and Night Manta Swim Reviews

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elizabethkG8488TC
"Amazing Manta experience!!!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 23, 2024 NEW
The owner Bambi was so nice and helpful. It was a great experience to get so close to these amazing creatures! I would definitely recommend this experience!
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Kailynneruff
Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii
"Allen is a great Tour Guide!!!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 02, 2024
We saw several whales, flying fish, and the snorkeling was awesome! Allen took great care of us and really made our trip special.
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D8797FPjeanl
"The best. Feels like a family excursion"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 02, 2023
This tour is awesome. Bambi is a great local host who stands out as someone who actually grew up here along these shores. She is very kind, specially with kids. We did two tours with her over the past few years (the Manta rays and the dolphin tour) and both were great experience. She owns a small boat in a very good condition. Look no more if you’re looking for a tour that feels like a family excursion. She is lovely.
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tinaf344
"Sunset and Mantas"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed July 19, 2023
I would definitely book this again. It was a beautiful view of the Sunset and some of the big island. We saw goats and of course manta rays. They were friendly and full of knowledge. Loved that it was a smaller boat ended up only being me and my husband which was awesome. Also like that it’s a family business- highly recommend
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ChoivR
"Small tour operator"
TripAdvisor user rating 4.0 out of 5
Reviewed July 15, 2023
It was lovely to be out on a small group tour; we were the only 4 on the tour! Bambi only takes small groups out. She took us to places to snorkel before the crowds came in and gave us some informative background knowledge of the local culture. Disappointingly, we did not see any dolphins or turtles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Cruise and Night Manta Swim

What safety measures are in place?
In addition to life jackets onboard, our captains and crew are 100% first aid and CPR trained and certified.

What is included in my tour price?
Tours include:
  • Snorkel Equipment
  • Wet Suit
  • Flotation Aids
  • Green Tea/Beverages
  • Fresh Sushi

When should I arrive for the cruise?
Guests should check-in at Keauhou Harbor for the cruise briefing at 6:15 pm sharp. The tour departs promptly at 6:30 pm.

Is this experience for all ages?
Yes. Children must be accompanied by a parent at all times while on the cruise and snorkeling.