Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor

Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor lasts about 90.

Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor costs $125 per person.

The minimum age for Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor is 5 years old.

Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor meets at Honokohau Harbor pavilion, near restrooms on the north side, Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.

Manta Mania: Explore Manta Heaven from Honokohau Harbor includes Equipment, Snacks, Guide, Marine Life Spotting, and Safety Briefing.

Full refund or credit with 24 hours notice. Full refund or credit for operator cancellations due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows charged full price.

You need to be proficient at snorkeling and able to swim without a flotation device to participate in this tour. The operator offers two departure options: an earlier sunset tour where you enter the water at twilight, and a later departure suited for more experienced snorkelers who are comfortable entering the water in the dark. Both options are guided by a professional snorkel guide, and all necessary gear including mask, fins, and wetsuit is provided. You will also need to be able to climb a short ladder to re-board the boat after the swim, so basic physical fitness and water comfort are important before booking.

On the rare occasion that zero manta rays are sighted, you will be issued a credit to attend a future tour at no additional cost, subject to availability. No refunds are given in this situation, so the credit option is the only remedy offered by the operator. Manta rays are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed on any given night. The tour uses a lightboard to attract plankton, which in turn draws manta rays to the area, improving the likelihood of an encounter. Reviewing this policy before booking helps set accurate expectations for your experience.

Each tour ticket includes snorkel gear (mask, fins, and wetsuit), a lightboard to attract plankton and manta rays, a professional snorkel guide, and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks after the swim. The per-person ticket price is $125 for ages 7 to 70, and a private charter for up to 12 people is available for $1,499. Personal expenses are not included, and a GoPro Hero 9 Black camera rental is available as an add-on for $50, with the memory card yours to keep. Bringing your own snorkel gear is also permitted if you prefer your own equipment, though everything needed is already covered in the ticket.

This tour is open to participants ages 7 to 70, and all minors must be accompanied by a paying adult supervisor. The tour is not suitable for pregnant women, individuals over 270 lbs, or anyone with neck problems, back problems, heart problems, or other serious medical conditions. Participants must also be able to swim without a flotation device, snorkel proficiently, and climb a short ladder to re-board the boat. If you are prone to seasickness, the operator recommends taking motion sickness medication before boarding. Reviewing these requirements carefully before booking helps ensure the experience is safe and enjoyable for your group.

You can cancel this manta ray snorkel tour for a full refund as long as you provide at least 24 hours notice before your scheduled departure. Cancellations must be made by phone, and no-shows are charged the full price with no refund issued. If the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule. This policy gives you flexibility to adjust plans if your travel schedule changes, but it is important to act well in advance of your tour time to qualify for the refund.