About This Experience
Glide through moonlit waters off Kona's coast for one of Hawaii's most mesmerizing wildlife encounters. The Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Iruka Kona transforms darkness into magic as gentle giants with wingspans up to 20 feet perform an underwater ballet just inches from your mask. These graceful creatures gather nightly to feed on plankton attracted by underwater lights, creating a natural spectacle found nowhere else in Hawaiian waters. Float weightlessly as massive manta rays somersault and glide beneath you, their white bellies flashing in the artificial twilight. Each ray displays unique spot patterns, like underwater fingerprints, while they filter-feed in choreographed loops around the lights. The experience feels otherworldly as these intelligent creatures, some weighing over 3,000 pounds, move with surprising grace through their nocturnal feeding grounds. This Manta Ray Night Snorkel suits confident swimmers and snorkelers who can handle nighttime ocean conditions. Iruka Kona provides expert guides who ensure both safety and optimal viewing opportunities while respecting these protected marine animals. The tour emphasizes sustainable practices to preserve this remarkable ecosystem for future generations. Contact Iruka Kona to secure your spot for this rare encounter with Kona's magnificent manta rays.