Our Offered Tours

Depart Keauhou Bay sailing down the Kona coast to snorkel in the pristine waters near the Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay and “Red Hill.” Tropical breakfast buffet and lunch included.

Snorkel in crystal-clear, Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook Monument. You can also whale watch during the winter months. Light snacks included.
Half-underwater split view manta ray tour Kona — guests above float, manta below at Manta Ray Village, best manta tour Kona, seaparadise.com/1st-manta-ray-snorkel-tour/

As the sun sets over Kona, it’s the perfect time to board Hoku Nui, our 50-foot luxury catamaran, to Manta Village—for an evening adventure snorkeling above manta rays as they swirl and somersault below you. 

The island quiets. The night air softens. Under a canopy of stars, the waters off Keauhou Bay begin to glow as plankton rise from the deep—and Kona’s graceful manta rays begin their midnight dance. 
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Suzey Tomlinson
3 months ago
Excellent!
The crew were professional, kind, knowledgeable and fun.
Extremely clean, with luxury bathroom facilities.
Lots of refreshments and snacks, also a freshwater shower to wash off as you get out of the sea.
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Derek Kyro
3 months ago
Awesome experience. This is the place to do a manta ray tour. We have done one before and in the other area where you see the manta rays. The short boat ride to the area is the way to go. Last time 30 mins ride. Koa boat captain and Eric the guide who was in the water with us was very knowledgeable and being in a smaller group is by far the way to go… if/when we make it back we will definitely book with Kona Mantas…
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Charles Kim
3 months ago
Seaquest did a phenomenal job for exploring The Big Island’s ocean. We did the night Manta Ray dive and the South Kona Expedition Snorkel tour. Such magical experiences. We saw nonstop Manta Rays. Even got several Manta Ray kisses. The South Kona Expedition Snorkel tour had 3 snorkel spots. Best snorkeling in all of the Islands Ive visited so far. The captains and guides are super friendly and knowledgeable. I know when I come back to the Big Island I will book from Seaquest again!
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William Comeau
3 months ago
Had a great experience with the paradise crew and captain. They really go all out to make a memorable day out on the water. Today, a squall ran through halfway through the trip and we started heading back. But the conditions improved, and the boat resumed our snorkel trip after packing everything away. You can trust them. and a a great food spread too. Nice size boat and we never felt crowded. Choose these guys!
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Chad Ortiz
3 months ago
Had a great time on our morning snorkeling trip!
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Monica Shallow
5 months ago
The catamaran snorkel tour was the highlight of our trip! Such a fun, friendly crew. One of the crew made mermaid bubbles in the water for my 6 year old niece. It was super cool! Our group of 13 enjoyed every minute of it.
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Danny O'Malley
6 months ago
These folks are the best! We did the Manta Ray night snorkel and then came back a couple days later for the Kealekekua Bay day snorkel catamaran. The team both times was super friendly, fun, knowledgeable and helpful. We had a blast, the boat was clean and comfortable, saw tons of amazing ocean life, and learned more about the beautiful creatures we share the world with and some interesting history about the area. Highly recommend Sea Paradise for anyone looking for a fantastic snorkeling experience.
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Autumn James
7 months ago
Booked the night manta ray trip and it did NOT disappoint! We had SO many mantas under us as ALL times. There were about 11-12 different mantas swimming under us. The guides said they average about 3 a night so it was an extra special trip! Guides were super knowledgeable and #1 priority was the safety of the mantas and the guests. I get seasick VERY easily and I definitely was fighting it during the end of the trip but luckily less than a 5 min boat ride to and from the dock and they have ample ginger chews. This experience was truly a bucket list experience and Sea Paradise was a great company to do it with!!
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Timothy Wilson
8 months ago
We just got off the morning snorkeling trip and we had an amazing time. The entire crew was polite, professional and helpful in every way. They really made the trip fun and enjoyable. The boat was clean and well maintained with the cleanest bathrooms you will see on a charter boat. They had good snorkeling gear and the crew is right there ready to help you in any way you needed it to make sure you had a fun safe experience. Both the breakfast and lunch meals that come with the trip were delicious and beyond what I was expecting. The bartender can make some good drinks 🍹 for the ride home when the snorkeling is done.

One thing I did notice that Sea Paradise was doing that other boats around us weren’t doing. Sea Paradise puts crew members on paddle boards as lifeguards in the areas that you are swimming. That’s a big plus for safe in my eyes and I appreciate that.

Thank you again for the great time and great memories.
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Steph Couvrette
9 months ago
We enjoyed this morning snorkeling trip very much. The catamaran is nice (and it really does have the nicest bathrooms we've ever seen on a boat) and the crew is amazing. They're friendly, constantly offering food and drinks, and make sure everyone is well taken care of. They have everything you need for the trip, down to the reef safe sunscreen and hand sanitizer. The continental breakfast and coffee is nice in the morning, and we enjoyed the sandwich lunch after a couple of 45 minute snorkeling sessions. The snorkeling equipment is good and didn't leak like many do. The entire sail over and back is very pleasant. The snorkeling spots are fine, not the best we've seen, but had some decent fish. The drop off at Kealakekua Bay is cool to see. Overall, great experience well worth a morning.

❓ Questions & Answers

From Keauhou Bay, Sea Paradise Hawaii operates Morning and Afternoon Snorkel Tours, Manta Ray Night Tours with a Manta Ray Guarantee, and customizable private charters aboard the luxury catamaran Hoku Nui. Each tour blends education, ocean adventure, and genuine aloha.

Guests who plan to snorkel must know how to swim for their safety, and we do not teach swimming onboard. However, non-swimmers can still enjoy the experience by relaxing on deck as they sail taking in the breathtaking views of the lava sculpted coastline and keep a watchful eye for sea life. For manta tours we have a Ride Along option to view manta rays above from the comfort of our spacious luxury vessel.

Sea Paradise supports manta ray research by partnering with organizations such as the Manta Pacific Research Foundation. We follow strict viewing guidelines, educate guests about manta behavior, and share resources like the Manta Identification website so visitors can learn more and contribute to ongoing conservation efforts.

Sea Paradise is considered eco-luxury because we combine the comfort of a 50-foot sailing catamaran, professional crew, and high-quality gear with reef-safe practices, educational briefings, and certified eco-tourism standards. Guests enjoy a premium experience that still prioritizes sustainability, cultural respect, and the long-term health of Kona’s reefs and manta habitats.

MANTA GUARANTEE

Re-book for FREE if you do not see a Manta Ray on your tour. (Manta Rays are a wild marine animal. Sea Paradise does not guarantee the sighting of a Manta Ray.)

Our Manta guarantee: ” If a manta ray isn’t seen the night of your trip. Return free on any regularly scheduled Manta Ray experience during the next 7 days. Space available and advanced reservation required for return trip.

*This is NOT a money back guarantee.

Sea Paradise crew hoisting sail — professional team on snorkel tours Kona and manta ray tours, sailing Kona coast, seaparadise.com

MULTI-TRIP DISCOUNT

Discounted tour must be after full price tour. The discount applies to the second tour and based on available seating. To make a reservation call 808-322-2500. Not in combination with any other discount. Offer is non-transferable.