Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island
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Our viewing location is the most ideal manta viewing location. We have just a short 5 minute boat ride out to our snorkel destination. Using our state of the art viewing board, our expert in water crew will guide you through the bay to view these beautiful animals. Enjoy approximately 30 minutes of in water viewing time. This exciting night snorkel with Magnificent Manta Rays is an event you will never forget! This is a close encounter of a different kind, and you'll have memories to last a lifetime!
Departure Point
- *FIRST* Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's.
**SECOND** you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If you Uber/Lyft, schedule 2 stops in the app.
Return Details
- *FIRST* Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's.
**SECOND** you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If you Uber/Lyft, schedule 2 stops in the app.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old
- A maximum of 28 people per booking
- Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
- Must be able to climb up a metal ladder resting on a pontoon to get back in the boat
- Must be under 285lbs
- All participating guests must know how to swim and tread water. Snorkeling experience required.
- This is a wild and free excursion. No refunds are given in the event we do not get to view mantas the night of your tour.
- If you are unable to swim and would like to remain on the boat, we welcome you. "Ride alongs" are a paid ticket as it is a reserved seat on the boat.
- We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition
- Please arrive no later than your scheduled check in time, as we have important information to review prior to leaving the dock, as well as outfit all guests with the equipment needed for the tour.
- Restroom facilities not available on boat
- This tour is not for those with neck or back problems
- This tour is not for those with major medical conditions or heart conditions
- Guests must be physically and mentally capable of listening to and obeying safety instructions
- This is an open ocean experience at night. Young children may be scared of the dark waters and large animals.
- Short Sleeve Wetsuit tops
Exclusions
- Your "in water" guides work very hard. Gratuity is always appreciated.
- Please bring a towel for after snorkeling
Redemption Instructions
1st, proceed to our store to checkin. Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Dr (Located in courtyard behind Tropics Tap House & Bianelli's). Park & walk into courtyard area. 2nd, you will drive to Keauhou Bay, 78-7138 Kaleiopapa St. Transportation to store & to Keauhou Bay is guest responsibility. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in app so driver will wait for you. No need to return to store post trip
TOUR TIMES (total duration includes check in time):
(5pm reservation-SEASONAL):
Checkin is 5pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 6pm; Returns to Bay 7pm
(6 pm reservation):
Checkin is 6pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 7pm; Returns to Bay 8pm
(7pm reservation):
Checkin is 7pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 8pm; Return to Bay 9pm
(8pm reservation):
Checkin is 8pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 9pm; Return to Bay 10:00pm
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
This is an intermediate ocean tour
Must know how to swim
approx. 30 min in the water
Min. age: 6yrs old
Minors must be accompanied adult wether in water or on boat
Not for those with heart, neck, back problems or serious medical conditions
PARKING at Bay: Parking is on the street along Kaleiopapa Street (don't park in boat trailer/wash down areas)
WHAT TO BRING:
* Arrive in swim attire, easy to kick off shoes (barefoot boat); towel; small bag for personal items; Gratuity appreciated. Unless Ubering, please leave large bags and towels in your vehicle during checkin.
WE PROVIDE:
* Masks, snorkels (fins not used), Short sleeve wetsuit tops
WAIVER: Copy & paste this link into your browser to sign our e-waiver (one for each guest): https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/622bb9a21e486/web/
Mantas are wild animals. No refunds or re-rides if we do not see mantas. If you do not show for your tour or arrive late, we do not offer reschedules, credits or refunds, no exceptions. If minimum passengers are not met, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund. If tour is canceled due to unsafe conditions, we will contact you to reschedule. Tours run in rain.
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 Dolphin Discoveries 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.
Our viewing location is the most ideal manta viewing location. We have just a short 5 minute boat ride out to our snorkel destination. Using our state of the art viewing board, our expert in water crew will guide you through the bay to view these beautiful animals. Enjoy approximately 30 minutes of in water viewing time. This exciting night snorkel with Magnificent Manta Rays is an event you will never forget! This is a close encounter of a different kind, and you'll have memories to last a lifetime!
Departure Point
- *FIRST* Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's.
**SECOND** you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If you Uber/Lyft, schedule 2 stops in the app.
Return Details
- *FIRST* Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's.
**SECOND** you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If you Uber/Lyft, schedule 2 stops in the app.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old
- A maximum of 28 people per booking
- Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
- Must be able to climb up a metal ladder resting on a pontoon to get back in the boat
- Must be under 285lbs
- All participating guests must know how to swim and tread water. Snorkeling experience required.
- This is a wild and free excursion. No refunds are given in the event we do not get to view mantas the night of your tour.
- If you are unable to swim and would like to remain on the boat, we welcome you. "Ride alongs" are a paid ticket as it is a reserved seat on the boat.
- We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition
- Please arrive no later than your scheduled check in time, as we have important information to review prior to leaving the dock, as well as outfit all guests with the equipment needed for the tour.
- Restroom facilities not available on boat
- This tour is not for those with neck or back problems
- This tour is not for those with major medical conditions or heart conditions
- Guests must be physically and mentally capable of listening to and obeying safety instructions
- This is an open ocean experience at night. Young children may be scared of the dark waters and large animals.
- Short Sleeve Wetsuit tops
Exclusions
- Your "in water" guides work very hard. Gratuity is always appreciated.
- Please bring a towel for after snorkeling
Redemption Instructions
1st, proceed to our store to checkin. Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Dr (Located in courtyard behind Tropics Tap House & Bianelli's). Park & walk into courtyard area. 2nd, you will drive to Keauhou Bay, 78-7138 Kaleiopapa St. Transportation to store & to Keauhou Bay is guest responsibility. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in app so driver will wait for you. No need to return to store post trip
TOUR TIMES (total duration includes check in time):
(5pm reservation-SEASONAL):
Checkin is 5pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 6pm; Returns to Bay 7pm
(6 pm reservation):
Checkin is 6pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 7pm; Returns to Bay 8pm
(7pm reservation):
Checkin is 7pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 8pm; Return to Bay 9pm
(8pm reservation):
Checkin is 8pm at store; Tour Departs Bay 9pm; Return to Bay 10:00pm
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
This is an intermediate ocean tour
Must know how to swim
approx. 30 min in the water
Min. age: 6yrs old
Minors must be accompanied adult wether in water or on boat
Not for those with heart, neck, back problems or serious medical conditions
PARKING at Bay: Parking is on the street along Kaleiopapa Street (don't park in boat trailer/wash down areas)
WHAT TO BRING:
* Arrive in swim attire, easy to kick off shoes (barefoot boat); towel; small bag for personal items; Gratuity appreciated. Unless Ubering, please leave large bags and towels in your vehicle during checkin.
WE PROVIDE:
* Masks, snorkels (fins not used), Short sleeve wetsuit tops
WAIVER: Copy & paste this link into your browser to sign our e-waiver (one for each guest): https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/622bb9a21e486/web/
Mantas are wild animals. No refunds or re-rides if we do not see mantas. If you do not show for your tour or arrive late, we do not offer reschedules, credits or refunds, no exceptions. If minimum passengers are not met, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund. If tour is canceled due to unsafe conditions, we will contact you to reschedule. Tours run in rain.
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 Dolphin Discoveries 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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