Kona's Best Manta Ray Night Snorkel Small Group Experience
Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures
4.8
Emma_S
10 days ago
Amazing experience! Did this with my husband during our honeymoon and I would absolutely do it again and recommend it to anyone! We saw so many manta rays and even a shark!
We carry a maximum of 12 passengers so we can offer a more intimate manta ray snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona. In addition to delivering a more private experience, our small group size allows for a better manta ray show. Your swim guide will tow your party to the most active areas of the snorkel site, as you hold onto a light board and enjoy the show. Larger groups on bigger boats are often required to stay next to the boat, and can't chase the manta ray action as we do. By locating the most active areas of the snorkel site, you'll have a higher chance of seeing more manta rays. If you book all 12 seats on any trip, you will have your own private charter. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with manta rays, in a private small-group experience. Get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes early, and meet us at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, located on Kealakehe Pkwy in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Follow directions to the Boat Launch ramp area near the restrooms and pavilion. We'll meet you at the pavilion and check you in before escorting you to the vessel.
Return Details
- Please arrive 15 minutes early, and meet us at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, located on Kealakehe Pkwy in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Follow directions to the Boat Launch ramp area near the restrooms and pavilion. We'll meet you at the pavilion and check you in before escorting you to the vessel.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must be able to swim without the assistance of a floatation device.
- Maximum weight of 280 pounds per traveler.
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
- Please bring your own towel.
Redemption Instructions
When you arrive at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, there's a sign for the harbor. Turn towards the ocean.
After you turn off the highway, go 1/4 mile and MAKE THE FIRST RIGHT TURN, to the north side of harbor (BIG ROCKS OF THE CORNER). Follow that until you pass a gas station and then turn left into the LARGE DIRT parking lot. Go to the public restroom off to the right and park there. Our boat is on a trailer next to the restroom. It will say Coral Reef Adventures on the side of the cabin.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
We carry a maximum of 12 passengers so we can offer a more intimate manta ray snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona. In addition to delivering a more private experience, our small group size allows for a better manta ray show. Your swim guide will tow your party to the most active areas of the snorkel site, as you hold onto a light board and enjoy the show. Larger groups on bigger boats are often required to stay next to the boat, and can't chase the manta ray action as we do. By locating the most active areas of the snorkel site, you'll have a higher chance of seeing more manta rays. If you book all 12 seats on any trip, you will have your own private charter. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with manta rays, in a private small-group experience. Get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes early, and meet us at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, located on Kealakehe Pkwy in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Follow directions to the Boat Launch ramp area near the restrooms and pavilion. We'll meet you at the pavilion and check you in before escorting you to the vessel.
Return Details
- Please arrive 15 minutes early, and meet us at the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, located on Kealakehe Pkwy in Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Follow directions to the Boat Launch ramp area near the restrooms and pavilion. We'll meet you at the pavilion and check you in before escorting you to the vessel.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must be able to swim without the assistance of a floatation device.
- Maximum weight of 280 pounds per traveler.
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
- Please bring your own towel.
Redemption Instructions
When you arrive at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, there's a sign for the harbor. Turn towards the ocean.
After you turn off the highway, go 1/4 mile and MAKE THE FIRST RIGHT TURN, to the north side of harbor (BIG ROCKS OF THE CORNER). Follow that until you pass a gas station and then turn left into the LARGE DIRT parking lot. Go to the public restroom off to the right and park there. Our boat is on a trailer next to the restroom. It will say Coral Reef Adventures on the side of the cabin.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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Emma_S
Amazing experience! Did this with my husband during our honeymoon and I would absolutely do it again and recommend it to anyone! We saw so many manta rays and even a shark!
stephaniedC9349ZZ
Amazing experience with Cody and Jacob. 1st class knowledge and a wonderful experience! Would strongly recommend to do while In town you will not be disappointed. Do the 7:15 tour.
sg55
The best experience. We did a day snorkel and like them so much we went back for a night Manta ray dive. Alexis, Cody and Daniel are amazing ! I rate beyond 5 stars !!
142agnieszkaw
Amazing experience - we did this a second time in our life - last time was 10 years ago. Now we brought our kids (7 and 11) to share this with them - and it was well worth it! A bit on the extreme side for the younger one - but she managed and it was a great adventure for the four of us. The Coral Reef team took us out on a speedboat - they can pick between two manta sites depending on the abundance of mantas - the boat ride was 10-15 mins and an experience in itself. They took great care of safety and we got our our wetsuits, snorkel gear and it did not take long for the mantas to arrive. The kids later admitted they thought they’d be smaller. But „Mom, they were as big as a car!” Big thanks to Cody our guide, to Alexis our captain and the lifeguard (sorry - cant recall your name 🫣) fir taking great care of us and for making it all an unforgettable experience.
Pioneer36744377347
First, we say lots of Manta, and it was incredibly cool. We took the late night 9:30 slot with a family of 11. Absolute blast. They were running behind as the seas were rough. They communicated very well with us. Our Captain ALEXIS was phenomenal: calm, collected, professional, and witty. Checking in on some folks from our group who weren’t doing so hot was appreciated (I was busy enjoying the moonlight boatride). DANIEL our “Mermaid” (pulls the raft around and provides some commentary) was intelligent, mellow, and high spirited (despite the fact I could tell he was tired, this was their third trip of the night). NIKKI the gear meister on land had an absolutely garbage attitude, I don’t think I can describe how rude she was without curses, which wouldn’t allow this to be published. They had all been pulling a long day, but NIKKI was obviously the only one letting it get to her. As a customer service human myself, I think you can tell I only got on here to give props to the team members who deserved it (ALEXIS AND DANIEL), and call out those I think should probably take a vacation or find another profession (NIKKI). Apologies for the negativity, but gosh dang did our mood improve once we hopped on the boat. 5/5 would go again what a ride.