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Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Amazing experience
Reviewed by: Eric
We booked our tour not knowing quite what to expect. We were absolutely blown away. The staff was knowledgeable, professional, and hilarious. I was new to snorkeling and nervous (i had approximately 1 hour practice messing around on a local beach) but i immediately knew i was in good hands with the crew and there was always a crew member close enough so i could relax. Words cannot explain seeing these amazing creature swim inches from you. The rays were super active the night we went and put on quite a show. I think the topper for me was a few days after our tour we saw a crew member at a local farmers market and he remembered us and came up and spoke to us about our experience. I absolutely recommend doing this because we will do it again next trip.
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/18 |
Kona 2-Stop Snorkel Tour & Premium Ocean Raft Dolphin Watch Safari with Lunch
Fun in the sun!
Reviewed by: June
We had a great time swimming with the dolphins. Wish we had not gotten sea sick and enjoyed the trip more but we did have fun!
Aloha June! We are so happy that you enjoyed our Kona dolphin watch tour. Thank you so much for joining us. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise & Dolphin Watch Experience |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/16 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Big Bertha!
Reviewed by: Oscareen
Better than expected! We saw Big Bertha, and 4 other Rays. They were putting on such a show for us, barrel rolling and feeding right in our faces. Was an incredible and unforgettable experience.
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/29 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
So many beautiful creatures
Reviewed by: Robin
This was a great snorkel adventure. We made 3 stops and saw tons of beautiful coral and underwater creatures. It was a long half-day, but it went by so quickly. Would definitely do this again.
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/04/02 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Absolutely amazing!
Reviewed by: Keller Family
Would you like to make amazing memories in Kona? Our family had such an unforgettable experience with Dolphin Discoveries swimming with several enormous manta rays! Wow! Just wow! We planned our trip to Kona because we wanted to experience snorkeling with Manta Rays, so we had high expectations and hopes! We selected Dolphin Discoveries from reviews online and because it was the best deal around. All of the companies were in the same location - but we really enjoyed the experience with Shelly and crew! Eagerly attentive to all of the guests, they made sure everyone was getting the most out of their experience! In true Aloha fashion, they even helped out another company nearby while we were on the water! Book with Dolphin Discoveries and you will be so glad you did!!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/04/03 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
One of the coolest things we have ever done!
Reviewed by: Michele
Such an awesome experience! We were surrounded by Manta Rays! So very cool, and the crew were helpful, very good at their jobs! Would love to do it again if we are ever back in Kona.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/09 |
4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise
Beautiful cruise
Reviewed by: rvaldovinos
The staff is wonderful and provide top notch service. Unfortunately, the day we went out we saw no dolphins.
Aloha,
Mahalo for taking the time to leave such a kind review.
We agree that it's unfortunate that you did not see dolphins; we sure wish you did!
Thank you for joining us! We hope you can join us again in the future.
Best wishes,
Margie Park
Sales & Marketing Manager
Body Glove Cruises
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| Packages: | Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/08 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
A 3 hour tour.
Reviewed by: Shelly
The crew was great, helpful and fun. The little bit of history was enjoyable. We loved seeing the different marine life. The water wasn't too cold either. Our ride back was fantastic, Thanks Loren 1, 2 and Alex.
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| Packages: | 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/28 |
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Within inches of manta rays!
Reviewed by: Nancy
Pros: You will get as close as possible to many Manta rays, completely safe, even for kids, very informative guides.
Cons: They don't yet have an option to buy underwater photos or GoPro video of your experience, so bring your own.
Overall a great experience, highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/24 |
Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters
Amazing experience!
Reviewed by: The Desmond’s
Captain Cindy and Crew John were awesome! They made this the trip of a lifetime! They were informative, so very helpful, personable, and professional. We had a great time from the beginning to the end!
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| Packages: | Private Charter: Kealakekua Bay Snorkel (5 to 8 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/22 |
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Better than I ever expected
Reviewed by: Teresa
I’ve never been snorkeling before so this was a first experience for me. This company offers great services. They have an option for you to pay $30 more per person for them to come pick you up at local hotel (within their distance). Great option because we didn’t rent a car for our trip to Hawaii. They offer wet suit for rental $10 per person. We didn’t rent any because it was warm enough but it’s a great option. The boat ride was about 30 minutes each way and they included sodas/a cup of hot chocolate and chips for you. The manta-rays we saw were huge and there were so many of them!! They came super close as well. The best part was that they even recorded the manta-rays and air dropped the videos to us!!! I don’t have an underwater camera so it was a great surprise when she (the owner?) offered to airdrop us videos.
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining our tour and for sharing about your experience. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Please come back soon! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Snorkel with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/20 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
The perfect adventure
Reviewed by: Ren
For a family coming from the snow, we didn’t know what to expect. We didn’t even know if we could snorkel! The crew was super helpful and fun. All of our fears were for not. We had the time of our lives! We were treated to historic stories to go along with our boat ride, the snorkel equipment was clean and high quality, the sights were incredible! The perfect adventure for beginners! Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/22 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Awesome!
Reviewed by: Alberto
Everything was on point. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The day was gorgeous and the sunset was incredible too. Manta-rays we’re a real show!!! They looked so beautiful and out of this word, like dancing in the water and playing with us. Definitely a must at the Big Island.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/19 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Fantastic day of snorkel and lava cave exploring
Reviewed by: Wendy
Bethany could not have been more accommodating and welcoming when we first arrived followed by a tremendous day at sea with Jill ! She gave an amazing tour of the coastline sharing history, " fun facts" and plentiful opportunity to see lava caves , blowholes, and awesome snorkeling! We saw a baby whale with her mama thanks to Jill's sharp eye followed by a diving turtle and then some dolphin at our final stop. Couldn't have asked for a better day that Jill and Sea Quest gave!
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/07 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Third time is a charm
Reviewed by: Dennis and Linda
We had attempted two times previously 9 years ago to see the Mantas and were unsuccessful. We warned our group this time that we may be bad luck. Our experience was over the top, well over 10 Mantas and Justin and Connor were great at sharing their knowledge of these fascinating creatures. We would definitely recommend to anyone wondering about this novel opportunity.
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/13 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Lots of Mantas
Reviewed by: Awesome day!
We had a great trip! We had non stop manta ray action! Apparently we were very lucky. I left my phone on the boat because the current was a little rough. It was an awesome experience, would do again!! They were literally belly to belly with me. It was a really cool experience!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/09 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Truly Majestic
Reviewed by: Susan
It was awesome! As soon as we got in the water we had Manta rays doing barrel rolls around us. Captain Kai, Justin and Jaz made the experience alot of fun. They know their Manta rays. An experience I recommend. Lady's I did this solo, don't hesitate. The night I went was well worth the money. Aloha!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/08 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Great experience!
Reviewed by: Patricia
Justin was so knowledgeable about the manta rays - we learned many interesting things. The equipment provided was very good quality and most comfortable. The most unforgettable part of the experience was seeing so many beautiful manta rays! And they came so close that we were touched by them as they swam.
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/04 |
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
Fantastic crew and trip!
Reviewed by: Laurie
The sailboat was new and beautiful. The crew were knowledgeable and very helpful. They let us do some whale watching and fish chasing and we had a fantastic time! We will definitely take this trip again but next tome we will do the 5 hour.
Aloha Laurie, Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time. We look forward to your next visit!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/04 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Coolest experience of my life!
Reviewed by: Coolest experience
This was the coolest experience of my life, and that is not an exaggeration at all. Plus that is saying a lot as we are world wide travelers and have done epic things. Every person living on the Big Island or traveling to the Big Island should do this! If you are considering it and wondering if it will be kinda cool or maybe sorta lame (like I thought it might be) let me assure you it is beyond cool!
We literally had to have close to a dozen manta rays swimming around us, most would swim within inches of us. Some VERY large ones also! No need to fear they have no teeth or stingers and are harmless (unless you are plankton). These creatures are truly magnificent!
The crew onboard was wonderful and knowledgeable. When we were done there was hot tea and a snack which was an added bonus.
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/02 |
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay
Great day!
Reviewed by: Colleen
Captain Steve made our experience very special. We stopped in two snorkel spots, saw some caves close up, had a nice snack and lunch. Were told neat things about the island and the locations we snorkeled at.
The waters were a little choppy. We felt very safe with Steves driving. The tour states it is not good for someone with any physical issues. There was some bouncing around on the boat, so we would agree with that.
Professional Company. They offered a few different types of snorkeling tours. Pick one-- you won't be disappointed.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/25 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Great manta ray viewing with awesome crew!
Reviewed by: Matt D
Super competent captain and crew who were helpful with gear, getting on/off the boat, assisting those who were uncomfortable once in the water. The manta viewing was amazing, close up and continuous. Our guide provided background information on the mantas. Several other species of smaller fish were present also. Definitely recommend this activity!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/31 |
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour Adventure on a Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
Unforgettable Experience
Reviewed by: Alex
The manta rays were inches from us, and all four in our group had an exceptional time. The guides were knowledgeable and really added to the experience. Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/17 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Great day snorkeling in the sun!
Reviewed by: Jane
Such a welcoming crew and staff at Sea Quest. They worked through changes easily and made sure everyone was comfortable. Not only was the snorkeling great with tons of fish and coral but you also get several stops along the ride to look at lava tubes, caves, and larger wildlife. Very knowledgable crew and great spot to visit for both beginner and advanced swimmers/snorkelers.
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| Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/15 |
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
Must Do in Kona!!
Reviewed by: SusanB
Wonderful, cheerful, professional staff. Lovely, clean NEW boat. This trip was a thumbs up. We were greeted by Joshua who was happy and briefed us well. On board were Asia, Jesse and Capt. Mike Morgan. This team worked well together to keep us entertained, fed, schooled on area history and safe. All of the gear was in good condition, the food was healthy and served efficiently using pandemic protocols. We were clearly informed of where to snorkel and attended by one or two employees while in the water. We were able to make part of the trip back under sail which was a silent treat. This is a top snorkel area on the island and the Sea Paradise trip is top notch! Top this off with seeing spinner dolphins and five different whales ….. a wonderful way to spend the morning.
Aloha Susan, Mahalo Nui Loa for taking the time to share your beautiful photos. We hope to see you for more adventures soon!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Morning Snorkel Cruise with 2 Snorkel Stops, Breakfast & Lunch [4.5 hrs] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/11 |
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
Great snorkeling and sea cave tour experience
Reviewed by: Tanya L.
The captain and the assistant are very nice and knowledgeable. We saw a few amazing sea caves and lava tubes on the way to the snorkeling stops. Saw beautiful fishes at both stops and the 2nd stop (Captain Cook's Monument) is best and our GoPro caught awesome videos of those beautiful fishes.
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| Packages: | 4-hour Deluxe Morning Adventure (2 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/07 |
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Life Changing with The Best Crew Ever!
Reviewed by: Marlene209c
It's true, discovering the Manta's is a must do on Kona and the best place is Keauhou Bay with the "Dolphin Discovery" crew. I chose this company based on their reviews and it was the best decision I made! Our family numbered 6 among an intimate group of 12, plus the crew. Everyone of the crew from the "in-water" guides (Justin & Chaz) to the Capt. and shore staff were AMAZING. Super helpful, patient, approachable, knowledgeable and everything a group could ask for and more! Equipment is top notch and the hot, lavender/chamomile tea & cookies after the swim/snorkeling is the perfect touch!! Thank you very, very much for making this one of the most memorable experiences we had in Kona!!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/01/03 |
Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest
Manta rays
Reviewed by: Boele
Crew, equipment, boat, customers and experience were all AWESOME
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| Packages: | Swim with Mantas |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/30 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Great experience with awesome crew
Reviewed by: big island lover
We took the cruise last Thursday. The cruise time from the harbor to the site was a little long but worthful. The sunset view was beautiful. And we were so lucky to see a group of dolphins. The two girls were super nice and very helpful. Also, they offer a different price for people with ride-only. It was a great experience. I regret for not giving tips because my wallet was left in the car. I hope they could accept Zelle/Apple pay of tips later.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Sunset Manta Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/23 |
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Phenomenal experience!
Reviewed by: Suzie
The manta ray night snorkel was AMAZING! Our guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. They took the time to meet each one of us individually. Being in the dark ocean with these amazing creatures is a breathtaking experience that can’t be put into words or explained with videos. You just have to do it. We have 5-6 rays that barrel rolled under us continuously for about 20 minutes.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Moonlight Manta Snorkel (Seasonal) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/27 |
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Aloha Eric!
We love to hear all the positive feedback about our captain and crew! Mahalo for joining us and we hope to see you again soon, we offer a 20% discount for repeating customers.
Best,
Team Iruka Hawaii