FAQ

Yes Companies offering the early trip, leaving before sunset: Pro - higher probability of seeing a manta, you get to see the sunset from the water, there is greater ability to get food after the charter. Cons - more people in the water and more boats at the site. Companies offering the late trip usually leaving 1 1/2 hrs or more after sunset: Pro- Less people at the site Con: its dark the whole time; there aren't many restaurants open after the charter; ride share services and taxi's can be harder to secure the later into the evening you go. Companies, like ours, leaving right at or just after sunset: Pro - higher probability of seeing mantas; getting to the manta site at the "changing of the guards" when the early boats are leaving and late boats haven't made it back yet; possibility of catching some of the sunset from the water; some restaurants are still open upon returning to the dock. Cons: there is only one tour offered for the boat so spots book up quickly.

High. As long as this text is up, there is about a 90% chance of seeing at least one manta. That will change in the next few years as the manta industry gets regulated. For right now though, the probability is so high due to the ability to choose what manta site we wish to visit. If our north site didn't have mantas before, we will go to the south one for our next trip. It is very rare for neither site to have mantas.

We have additional flotation for you to take in the water. Our guides can also help with any questions or concerns you may have.

No, not usually. Speed of driving and ocean conditions directly correlate. If the ocean conditions become bumpier, our captains will slow the boat to make it a smoother ride. Ultimately weather is out of our control, but we do our best to give guests a smooth and comfortable ride.

Yes, you can book all of our charters through the "Book now" Button on our website.

That is a personal decision. If you are prone to motion sickness we don't recommend eating a full meal. Most places in Kona start closing their kitchens between 8pm and 9pm. Many of the local grocery stores have ready made food and sandwiches that you could pick up after your charter.