Manta Magic: Nighttime Snorkeling with Rays
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Port
Kona, Hawaii, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$429.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
2¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Watch the lights of Kona town recede from aboard a luxurious 50-foot catamaran designed to provide an unrivaled view of Kona's illuminated coastline. You're headed to the famed snorkel destination dubbed Manta Ray Village to snorkel with majestic manta rays.
Once at the snorkel location, listen to a safety briefing, gear up, and hop into the water to snorkel among these placid, beautiful animals that are as curious about you as you are about them. This encounter is quite magical.
Afterward, back on the boat, enjoy hot cocoa, hot tea, chocolate chip cookies, and cocktails under the beautiful night sky. As the lights of Kona town twinkle brightly, enjoy a mai tai and margarita cocktails, a glass of wine or a cold beer from the open bar. Tequila (silver and gold), vodka, whiskey, rum (silver and gold), gin, champagne, red wine, white wine, seltzers, and cocktails are all included. Non-alcoholic beverages include soda, water, juice, tea, coffee, and hot cocoa. Pupus (hors d'oeuvres from a tasting platter) are offered with delicious savory options and enticing sweets.
Journey down the Kona coast back to the port and return to the ship.
Notes:
Before embarking on the Manta tour, all guests will need to fill out and sign a liability waiver. Guests that do not complete the form will not be able to participate. Tour requires walking. Terrain includes paved and unpaved surfaces, crosswalks, steps and a marine ramp from the pier to the boat, which can be steep at low tide. On the boat, there is a large step over the transom and another to access the bow of the boat. The grand staircase has five steps, and the ladder to enter the water has five rungs. Participants must climb rung-steps to access the restrooms. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Snorkel gear, wetsuit-style t-shirts, and pool noodles are provided. Wear your swimsuit under your clothing; bring a towel, reef-safe/biodegradable sunscreen, light clothing to act as a full cover-up for further protection from the sun, and a hat. Bring a light jacket or sweater. Children aged 4 and under and guests with a BMI higher than 37 are not allowed in the water. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.