Manta Ray Snorkeling Tour: Best Adventure For All Age Groups
Have you ever dreamed of snorkeling in Hawaii, among the island’s incredible marine life, including vibrant tropical fish and green sea turtles? You’re not alone! Kona, HI, is one of the world’s top destinations for beginner-friendly snorkeling and SCUBA diving. However, there’s another underwater animal that makes snorkeling in Kona truly unique… the manta ray! Here at Kona Ocean Adventures, we offer the islands’ best all-ages manta ray snorkel tours, ideal for beginners looking for that special once-in-a-lifetime type of experience.
The Best Manta Ray Snorkel Tour for Families
Finding the best manta ray tours for your skill level has never been easier! That’s because we offer a variety of manta ray snorkel tours in Kona designed to accommodate a wide range of ages and experience levels. For families with kids aged six and up and seniors, we recommend checking out our afternoon, evening, and late-night manta snorkeling tours. These experiences are great for total beginners and allow you and your family to discover the magic of Kona’s unique underwater world! Many families share with us that their manta ray tour was the highlight of their vacation in Hawaii. We also offer dozens of experiences for even younger children! For example, our Captain Cook snorkel tour is ideal for kids as young as 3, and while it doesn’t feature manta ray sightings, it is a great introduction to snorkeling and Hawaii’s unique marine wildlife. Search for colorful tropical fish as they dart through the warm waters, or you may even spot a graceful green sea turtle gliding under the waves!
Explore Kona on an Afternoon Manta Ray Snorkel Tour
One of our most popular Kona snorkel tours is our afternoon manta ray snorkeling trip! This tour is ideal for all age groups because it offers a unique opportunity to explore some of Hawaii’s absolute best manta ray snorkeling spots while remaining beginner-friendly and accessible. You’ll explore the Manta Ray Village, one of Kona’s best snorkel spots for manta ray sightings! In the evening, over 200 mantas gather here to feed. Our knowledgeable guides know many of these incredible creatures by name, who are individually identified by their unique undersides, adding to the experience. Additionally, many of our manta ray tours also include green sea turtle sightings! These graceful animals, known as honu in Hawaiian, are truly an unforgettable sight during a Kona snorkel tour. Watch as small “cleaner fish” such as surgeon fish and tang hitch a ride on the turtles’ backs, removing algae and parasites from their shells. Seniors and kids will love our afternoon manta snorkel tour in Kona, as it’s ideal for total beginners. We also offer accessible boarding ramps and adaptive gear to accommodate travelers with mobility needs
Experience the Magic of a Family-Friendly Nighttime Manta Ray Dive in Kona
At Kona Ocean Adventures, we also offer the island’s best evening and nighttime manta ray snorkeling! Choose your ideal adventure, where you can snorkel at sunset or dive in after dark. Imagine snorkeling in Kona’s warm waters, swimming amongst manta rays as the moon rises overhead, illuminating the landscape in its soft ambient light. Snorkeling with manta rays in Kona is especially amazing at night because these gentle giants become very active! The mantas’ main source of food, microscopic plankton, are attracted to our boat’s lights, plus the LEDs on your diving board, which in turn attract the mantas right to you! Watch as they twist and turn gracefully under the water. It’s truly an unforgettable experience for the entire family.
Why Kona is the Ideal Destination for Beginner and Kid Snorkeling
Kona, Hawaii, is the perfect place for families and beginners to try snorkeling for the first time. That’s because the waters here remain calm and relatively smooth throughout the year, even during the winter months. The temperature also stays pretty consistent, with comfortable waters, making it the perfect place for first-time snorkelers to earn their fins! With Kona Ocean Adventures, you get the added bonus of having an expert guide who will help you gain confidence and feel safe every step of the way. We know the best spots in Kona to snorkel with manta rays, green sea turtles, and other amazing wildlife. We also offer Hawaii whale watching and dolphin cruises for all ages. Or, if you’re interested in taking your diving skills to the next level, we have discovery scuba lessons for kids and adults (age 10 and up).
Book Your Kona Manta Ray Tour for Families Today
Ready to create some unforgettable underwater memories with the whole family? Treat yourself, your kids, or even your grandparents to an amazing adventure on a Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour! We also offer immersive SCUBA diving tours in Kona, perfect for anyone wanting to take their manta ray tour to the next level. Reserve your spot online today!