Hawaiian Double Hull Canoe Eco-Friendly Night Snorkel for Manta Rays

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Highlights

  • Lights between the double hulls attract plankton-feeders

  • Guide provides small-group instruction and snorkel equipment

  • Uniquely Hawaiian experience on the Kona Coast

Summary

Find your guide waiting at the Keauhou Bay boat ramp. Meet your fellow travelers, a small group of 15 people or fewer, and climb into the traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe for the 5-minute paddle out into Keauhou Bay. You'll get views of the Hawaiian sunset as you approach the 'Manta Village,' and your guide will turn on the spot lights as darkness falls. Wait peacefully until the mantas approach the boat, drawn in by their food, the plankton, which are attracted to the lights. Slip into the ocean, wearing the provided snorkel gear, to watch the rays swooping nearby, mouths open, to catch their dinner.  Stay safe between the hulls of the outrigger, your guide nearby to ensure your comfort and give each participant personalized attention. Paddle back to shore and warm up with cookies and hot chocolate topped with whipped cream.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

This night excursion combines a ride on a double-hull Hawaiian canoe with manta ray–viewing in Keauhou Bay. Depart after sunset and enjoy unsurpassed views of mantas in the water. If you wish, make use of provided snorkel gear for a fully immersive experience. Skip the crowds with a small group limited to 15 passengers.

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What’s included?

  • Bottled water

  • Wet suit tops

  • Local guide

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

  • Gratuities

  • Transportation to/from attractions

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

We encourage guests to bring their own snorkel gear to use during our tours, however we do still provide snorkel gear and sanitize it with a CDC approved sanitizer after each and every use.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Operated by:

Anelakai Adventures

About operator:

Anelakai Adventures is a Big Island, Hawaii adventure company. Our Night Manta Ray Canoe Snorkel off the Kona Coast is a once in a lifetime experience and is the only paddle power, eco-friendly, non-invasive experience of it's kind. Skip the big crowds and go for a local Hawaiian experience! Our double hull canoes let you snorkel with manta rays in a whole different way — in a small group, and at your own pace. You’ll feel more relaxed and safe, which will let you concentrate more on the beautiful wonder of nature that you can only see in Hawaii. Snorkel with the Manta, or stay on the canoe and watch from above with a close-up view you cannot see from a large motorized boat. Mantas love our quiet, Eco-friendly canoe! Let us share our passion and love for the ocean with you and learn a little Hawaiian history. Kayak Tours, Daytime Ocean Tours are also available. Book now and explore Kona the way our ancestors did!

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