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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel & Big Island Ocean Tours

Small-group ocean adventures, night manta ray snorkels, and offshore wildlife safaris

EXPLORE OUR KONA OCEAN ADVENTURES 

Whale shark swimming underwater

4 hrs

Two manta rays swimming underwater in big island

4 hrs

Snorkeling with group of dolphins swimming underwater

OFFSHORE OCEAN SAFARI

Explore Kona’s vibrant coral reefs and offshore waters on a wildlife safari in search of dolphins, whales, sharks, rays, and other incredible marine life. 

Night Manta Ray SNORKEL

Experience one of Kona’s most unforgettable adventures as you snorkel alongside graceful manta rays gliding through the water after dark.

KEALAKEKUA BAY SNORKEL

Explore the crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs of Kealakekua Bay on a private snorkel tour, with the chance to spot wild dolphins along the way.

School of yellow fish underwater reef in Big Island snorkeling
Whale watching humpback whales underwater close up

4 hrs

Money from Ocean Eco Tours touching a tiger shark

Kealakekua Bay & NIGHT MANTA RAY SNORKEL

Experience two of Kona’s favorite ocean adventures in one private tour. Snorkel Kealakekua Bay’s vibrant reefs, and swim with giant manta rays after the sun sets.

KONA WHALE WATCHING

Explore Kona’s coastline in search of humpback whales and witness these incredible giants in their natural habitat on an unforgettable ocean adventure.

Private Charter

Call us to plan your own custom ocean adventure for up to 12 guests. Whether you want to snorkel, explore the coastline, or search for wildlife, we’ll help create a private charter tailored to your interests.

Captain Brenden swimming near whale shark underwater. in Big Island

Looking for the best boat tours in Kailua-Kona? At Ocean Eco Tours, we believe smaller groups, a passionate and knowledgeable crew, and personalized experiences make all the difference. Our small-group tours and private boat charters offer a unique opportunity to discover Hawaii’s incredible marine life up close while prioritizing safety, education, and responsible wildlife encounters.

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Small Groups, More Personal Experiences: With a maximum of 12 guests, our tours offer a more intimate and comfortable experience on the water. Enjoy plenty of space, personalized attention from our crew, and a less crowded opportunity to observe Kona’s diverse marine life.

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Expert Wildlife Guidance: Our knowledgeable crew helps bring every encounter to life with fascinating insights into the species we observe. Whether we're spotting dolphins, whales, sharks, or other marine life, we focus on creating an engaging, educational experience while prioritizing guest safety and responsible wildlife viewing.

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Quality Snorkeling Equipment: For tours that include snorkeling, we provide quality masks, snorkels, and fins so you can comfortably enjoy your time in the water.

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Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: It's in our name! We adhere to strict conservation standards and maintain respectful distances from all protected marine animals to protect Kona's fragile marine ecosystem for generations to come.

Why choose Ocean Eco Tours for your Big Island Adventure

Freediver diving from Ocean Eco Tour boat into ocean

What do others think of Ocean Eco Tours?

  • "We just did the Open Ocean Safari with Ocean Eco Tours for the second time, and it was even more amazing than we remembered! Monet and Brendan are both incredible. They are knowledgeable about the ocean and the wildlife, but what really stood out to us was how genuinely passionate they are about what they do. They have the best energy and made the whole experience feel so fun and personal.

     

    - Katherine B.

  • "Monet and Branden were amazing and very accommodating even for a non-swimmer. I highly recommend this tour without hesitation."
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    - Marco G.

  • "Fantastic experience. Perfectly organized and shared in a small group. The guys are a young couple passionate about the ocean who enjoy explaining and taking care of their boat. Unlike other tours, they are more respectful of the animals with precise instructions on how to behave. Highly recommended."

     

    - Elena C.

  • "We had a wonderful time on our Ocean Safari! We were able to see bottlenose dolphins and false killer whales on our trip! Monet and Brendan made our time special with their kindness and extensive knowledge of the marine life we could encounter. Would 100% recommend to anyone visiting the Big Island."

     

    - Laynie G.

  • "This was by far one of the best days I’ve had in Hawaii. Monet and Brenden were so chill, but so professional and great ocean stewards, and knew exactly where to find all the dolphins!"

     

    - Ryan T.

  • "We had the best time! We saw three species of dolphins, and got to swim with two of them. Expert guides (s/o Monet, Brendon), thoughtful service, and amazing vibes. 11/10 recommend."

     

    - Austin V.

  • "Definitely a bucket list experience. We saw several rays feeding and barrel rolling – they got SO CLOSE. Monet and Brendan were so sweet. Monet knew the names of several of the rays we saw and Brendan knew just where to find them. Thanks, guys. It was so so fun."

     

    - Lauren P.

  • "The manta ray tour was so fun!! it was a smooth boat ride to the place and back. we got to see many mantas near us, it was truly a spectacle!!"

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    - Samantha P.

  • "I cannot recommend ocean eco tours enough!!!! We did the manta night snorkel and from start to finish it was a lovely adventure! Monet was incredibly kind to all the guests and really made us feel welcomed! We started the trip out to where the mantas were with a beautiful sunset and got to see so many mantas in a fun and safe way. The whole excursion was genuinely breathtaking and left us in awe! Thank you Ocean Eco Tours for a once in a lifetime experience and great memories!!!"

     

    - Savana S.

  • "Monet and Brendan were amazing! They found a big pod of spotted whales for us and made the experience unforgettable!"

     

    - Ben W.

Woman snorkeling underwater with bubble rings next to turtles
Whale watching humpback whale swimming in deep ocean in Big Island
Two people snorkeling over coral reef in big island
Spotted manta ray swimming underwater
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