Is Kona Manta Ray Night Dive happening right now?
As of today, in season now. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Nighttime dives and snorkels off the Kona (west) coast of Hawai‘i bring divers and snorkelers into the water with resident reef manta rays that gather to feed on plankton attracted to underwater lights.
The encounter is a predictable, year-round wildlife experience centered at a few named manta-viewing sites.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Keauhou Bay - Keauhou Manta Moorings (Manta Village / Sheraton/Outrigger area) |
| Makakō Bay / Garden Eel Cove (Garden Eel Cove / 'Manta Heaven') - north Kona near Keahole (Old Airport area) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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