All guests entering the water must have previous snorkel experience. It may sound counterintuitive, but we don’t allow flotation devices to be used while you’re in the water. ![]() You have the same chance of seeing mantas on either charter! PrerequisitesĮach guest on the boat must be at least 10 years old and be able to confidently swim in the open ocean without the assistance of a flotation device. You won't enter the water until it's dark so don't let the early check-in time fool you! Our "late manta" is also a night adventure that usually means fewer people in the water. Our earlier launch time includes sunset and is the most popular manta snorkel. Our in-water guides help find mantas feeding at the surface after dark and ensure the safety and comfort of our guests. MANTA NIGHT SNORKEL CHARTER Hawaii Manta SnorkelĮxperience close encounters with these beautiful wild animals while snorkeling around a lighted raft. Anyone over our weight limit would be required to purchase an additional seat.$129* per person Book Now A note on tips! Terms & Cancellation Policy If there is surf it will be the captain’s call to cancel or go, if there is lightning far away we will still go but if it gets closer at an alarming rate we will cancel. They are totally harmless, they’re filter feeders. The manta come into the light because the light attracts their food (primarily plankton) to the surface. Yes, the manta have names, and they’re all in the manta ray database. However during the night trip we encourage you to hang onto the board and don’t allow you to dive down. Call us to find out more.ĭuring the day trip you may dive down, free dive, and have fun. We operate a 23′ RHIB and we take up to 12 passengers. The depth of the water will vary from the tours you choose, the night manta ray snorkel is anywhere from 10-40′ deep, however the Cpt. Yes, the crew members will always be in the water with you, especially at night on the manta ray snorkel, and during our day snorkel tours. ![]() Yes, the Kona trolley does run to the Sheraton and back, so if you do not have a car or no ride accessible to you, you can ride the trolley.Īre there crew members with us in the water? Parking is not the easiest thing to find due to all the activities, in the morning however you can park alongside the road or use the Sheraton’s parking lot in Kona.Ĭan we take the trolley from Kona town to Keauhou Bay if we don't have a car? Yes, we do take some video footage of the tours. If you don’t want to get into the water but still want to see the manta rays, our boat is perfect for the situation it has a lighting system that’s able to draw them to surface beside the boat for viewing purposes. What if I want to see the mantas but not go into the water? If you have never snorkeled before please be sure to get some practice prior to your tour. We do not offer any snorkel instruction, or lessons. This means that you are able to swim without a floatation device, able to tread water, and float without any assistance. Unfortunately, to participate you must be an experienced swimmer. What if I can't swim? What if I've never snorkeled before either? If you know you get seasick take something an hour prior to your trip, if you get seasick easily, take something the night before when you go to bed then an hour before you get on the boat. Any cancellation request made within your 48-hour cancellation policy window will not be eligible for a refund. If your tour is cancelled due to weather conditions, we will issue you a full refund. What happens in an event of a cancellation? And what is the refund policy? If you have purchased a voucher or received a discounted fare rate, there will be a re-ride fee of $30 per person If you have paid full fare and don’t see mantas, then we will take you out for free sometime during your vacation, based on our tour times and availability. If you have used a voucher or have received a discounted rate snorkel equipment is provided and wetsuits are available at $10 per wetsuit. Manta rays are totally harmless, they have barbs, no stingers or teeth.ĭo you provide all the equipment? (including wetsuits)įor full fare bookings all equipment is included. You may bring your own snorkel gear if you want but we also provide all equipment. Our manta ray snorkel’s overall duration is 90 minutes, including check-in time.įor day trips you will need your swimsuits, sunscreen, towels, and hats if you wish Bring cameras if you want to take pictures! For Night Manta Ray Snorkel: Swimsuit, towel, and camera. Our Kona tours vary anywhere from two to four hours. How early do I need to be there prior to the boat tours' designated time? ![]() Keauhou Bay located next to the Sheraton resort in Kona.
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