Are manta sightings guaranteed?

Manta sightings cannot be guaranteed. While the Kona coast is one of the best places in the world to see manta rays, sightings depend on ocean conditions, plankton levels, and natural animal behavior.

What happens if no mantas are seen?

If no mantas are seen during your charter, Jack’s Diving Locker offers a return-at-no-charge manta guarantee trip on a space-available standby basis.

What are the manta participant guidelines?

Participants must remain neutrally buoyant, avoid touching mantas or the reef, keep lights pointed upward, and follow all crew and guide instructions to ensure safety and protect marine life.

What is the cancellation policy?

A cancellation policy applies to this charter. Guests must contact Jack’s Diving Locker for specific cancellation timelines and terms.

When are the meeting times for the manta trip?

Apr 1–Sep 30 meeting time is 3:30 pm. Oct 1–Mar 31 meeting time is 3:00 pm. Return time is approximately 9:00–9:30 pm.

Is this trip available for both snorkelers and certified divers?

Yes. Both certified divers and snorkelers can join the charter. Each group receives appropriate equipment and guided experiences.

What are the altitude and flight restrictions after diving?

For multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, wait at least 18 hours before flying or driving to altitude. After a single dive, wait at least 12 hours.

Manta Ray Night Dive and Snorkel

Afternoon and Night Trip for Divers and Snorkelers

Join the pioneers of the world famous Manta Ray Dive & Manta Ray Night Snorkel trip in Kona, Hawaii for an unforgettable experience during two dives!

First, explore the reef and visit the colossal colony of swaying Garden Eels as the sun begins to fade. Come up from your dive or snorkel to enjoy a beautiful Hawaiian sunset, relax, and have a bite to eat. Then, after dark, you descend into darkness and in the beam of your light watch the nightlife come alive. Observe in awe as Kona's famous Manta Rays glide in from the darkness to feed on the microscopic plankton attracted to your light.

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Additional Information

Manta Ray Dive & Manta Ray Night Snorkel Trip Details

Certified Divers: $230 plus taxes/fees
Includes 2 guided dives, tanks, weights, light, sandwich/juice/water (Rental gear available)
Snorkelers: $230 plus taxes/fees
Includes 2 guided snorkels, mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, sandwich/juice/water
Private Guide: $300 plus tax/fees plus cost of trip (Limited availabilty. Call to inquire.)

Schedule

Days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Meeting Times:

Apr 1-Sep 30: 3:30 pm
Oct 1-Mar 31: 3:00 pm

Return Times: 9:00-9:30pm

Add more to your manta experience by upgrading to the PADI Manta Ray Diver Specialty Course. This exclusive PADI Specialty Course authored by Keller Laros is only taught at Jack's Diving Locker!

Manta Ray Dive Experts: Many of our staff at Jack's Diving Locker are PADI Manta Ray Diver Specialty Instructors or certified Manta Naturalists through Hawaii Community College in collaboration with Manta Pacific Research Foundation.

Find Answers To Frequently Asked Questions

Flying or Driving to Altitude After Diving: For multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, a minimum surface interval of 18 hours is suggested before flying or driving to altitude. For a single dive, a minimum of 12 hours is suggested.

Manta Ray Night Dive - Jacks Diving Locker

Want to learn more about these amazing animals!

Earn your PADI Manta Ray Diver Specialty certification on this dive tirp.

Learn about our famous Kona Manta Rays in the PADI Manta Ray Diver Specialty course at Jack’s Diving Locker. Based on research conducted by 'Manta Man' Keller Laros, this specialty course covers information about manta anatomy, feeding, cleaning, and reproduction as well as how to identify individual rays in the local population. Conservation guidelines and proper diving technique will also be covered.

2 reviews for Manta Ray Night Dive and Snorkel(Charter Group)

Michelle Liberino

May 24, 2025

We had a fantastic time with Capt. Cosmo, Maddie and Sam. We had fun and the crew shared a lot of great info on the Manta Rays! Capt. Cosmo had some good jokes too! We always book with this company.. they always know where to find the Manta Rays! You will not be disappointed!

Alexis L

May 23, 2025

Cosmo, Maddy, and Sam were the best crew! Cosmo was hilarious, Maddy and Sam were so kind and helpful, it really made the trip the best one yet! We saw a pod of dolphins on the way out and multiple gigantically beautiful manta rays. This was our third time on a manta ray snorkel and was our favorite despite blowing chunks at the end. Even then Sam, Maddy, and Cosmo were there to comfort and provide ginger chews. We’ll be back next year.